Author: Landon Mion
A tragic incident in New York resulted in the death of a three-month-old baby who was left alone in an attic with two dogs by their parents, Sulamain Hawkins and Anastasia Weaver, both 19. The couple is now facing manslaughter charges in connection with the baby’s death, according to Rochester Police. On August 3, Hawkins and Weaver left their baby with the dogs in the attic while they went downstairs to smoke marijuana. Upon returning, they found the baby had been fatally mauled by at least one of the dogs. The child was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced…
A small town mayor in Georgia, Benjamin “Benji” Cary Cranford, is facing felony charges for allegedly hiding a bottle of gin for state prison inmates to access. The incident occurred in Thomson, Georgia, where Cranford purchased a bottle of Seagram’s Extra Dry Gin and left it in a ditch for inmates to find. He was indicted and arrested by Georgia Bureau of Investigation agents for furnishing prohibited items to inmates and attempting to commit a felony. Cranford was taken into custody at Thomson City Hall and later released on bail. While the charges are unrelated to his duties as mayor,…
A dramatic arrest unfolded in South Carolina as a man with 16 active warrants bit a police officer after pulling out a gun, according to Greenville police. Marty Benjamin Miller, the wanted suspect, was confronted by an officer in the Nicholtown community on Friday night. Despite attempts to apprehend him, Miller resisted and tried to flee in his vehicle. Additional officers intervened as Miller pulled out a gun, leading to a struggle where he bit one officer and was eventually disarmed. A K9 officer was deployed to subdue Miller before he was taken into custody. The suspect was treated for…
A tragic incident unfolded in Athens, Georgia, as a 26-year-old man, Marquavious Sims, was shot and killed by police after waving around a firearm near a gas station. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation reported that officers responded to a call about a man brandishing a “machine gun” in the early hours of Sunday at Lexington Road and Gaines School Road. Upon spotting Sims at a Verizon store, officers pursued him to a QuickTrip gas station parking lot. Despite being instructed to drop the weapon, Sims fired at the officers during a chase, prompting them to retaliate by shooting him multiple…
The Oakland Police Union is demanding Mayor Sheng Thao’s immediate resignation due to a lack of resources for police officers to respond to criminal activity. The union cites failures in managing crime, budget crises, and distractions from an FBI raid hindering their ability to function effectively. Police Union President Huy Nguyen expressed concerns about citizens unable to leave their homes or access emergency services due to police understaffing. Officers are unable to respond promptly to calls, leading to slower response times. Mayor Thao defended her administration’s efforts to combat crime, emphasizing a decline in criminal activities. However, the police union…
A chilling crime made headlines as a Texas man, Jared James Dicus, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for murdering his newlywed wife by decapitating her and leaving her head in the shower. The sentencing came after Dicus pleaded guilty in court, with no possibility of parole until 2043. The Waller County District Attorney’s Office consulted with the victim’s family before finalizing the plea deal and sentencing. Despite initial concerns about Dicus’s mental health, he was deemed competent to stand trial. As part of the plea deal, Dicus waived his right to appeal the sentence and any potential defense,…
Following the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran, Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei vowed to “take revenge” for the attack, calling it a duty to honor the fallen leader. Khamenei expressed deep sorrow over the incident, labeling the Zionist regime as “criminal and terrorist” for their actions. He emphasized Haniyeh’s dedication to his cause and willingness to sacrifice everything, including his life, for the battle. Haniyeh was in Tehran for Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s swearing-in ceremony before the tragic event occurred. Iran Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei(Photo by Fatemeh Bahrami/Anadolu via Getty Images) Iran has declared three days of…
California Governor Gavin Newsom has called on Oakland officials to revise their policy restricting police chases to only cases of “violent forcible crimes.” Newsom urged Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao, the City Council, and the Police Commission to reconsider the limitations placed on the Oakland Police Department (OPD) in pursuing suspects. Unlike most California jurisdictions, Oakland restricts pursuits to a narrow category of crimes, preventing officers from pursuing suspects accused of various felonies, misdemeanors, and other offenses endangering public safety. The governor emphasized the need to balance the risks and benefits of pursuits, acknowledging the danger they pose while emphasizing the…
Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, passed away at 74 after battling pancreatic cancer, her office announced. Representing Texas’ 18th congressional district for 30 years, Jackson Lee was a fierce advocate for the people and a humanitarian. Diagnosed with pancreatic cancer last month, she previously overcame breast cancer and ran for Houston mayor in 2021. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, has died following a battle with pancreatic cancer. (REUTERS/Erin Scott) Her legacy of legislative victories will continue to inspire those who believe in freedom, justice, and democracy. \ Source link
Tragedy struck on Friday night as two teenage girls, ages 17 and 18, drowned in the waters off Coney Island in New York. The New York City Police Department reported that the girls went missing around 8:10 p.m. near Stillwell Avenue in Brooklyn. An hour later, they were found on the shoreline. The girls were rushed to Coney Island Hospital but were tragically pronounced dead. This heartbreaking incident comes just a week after two teenage boys also lost their lives in a similar drowning accident at Jacob Riis Park in Queens. The bodies of Elyjha Chandler, 16, and Christian Perkins,…