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Teenage Boy Dies in Memphis Shooting Incident Near Douglass Community Center

April 17, 2024 by Ryan Eastwood

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Tragedy struck near the Douglass Community Center in Memphis as a teenage boy lost his life and another was injured in a shooting incident on Tuesday afternoon. The Memphis Police Department (MPD) reported that the shooting took place behind the community center’s address at 1616 Ash Street around 3:50 p.m. Both teens … Read more

Violent Post-Poll Attacks Blamed on YSR Congress: BJP Spokesperson Shows Weapons Used

May 17, 2024

Tirupati, India – The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in Tirupati, India, has strongly criticized the ruling YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) for the recent post-poll violence that has shaken the State. BJP State spokesperson G. Bhanuprakash Reddy held a press conference condemning the violent attacks that took place, allegedly orchestrated by YSRCP leaders. He revealed that ... Read more

UPS Driver Shot and Killed: Suspect in Custody After Irvine Tragedy

May 17, 2024

Irvine, California – A UPS driver was fatally shot and killed inside his truck, leading to the arrest of a suspect by the police in Irvine, California, on Thursday afternoon. The tragic incident occurred around 3 p.m. near Chrysler and Bendix in the city, according to a statement from the Irvine Police Department on social ... Read more

Brain-Injured Army Reservist’s Family Testifies in Maine Mass Shooting Case

May 17, 2024

Lewiston, Maine – The family of an Army reservist who carried out a mass shooting in Lewiston, Maine, last October, killing 18 people, testified before a state investigative committee. They revealed that the shooter’s brain had been severely impacted by a traumatic brain injury resulting from his military service. According to the family, the 40-year-old ... Read more

Shooting in Bailey’s Crossroads Reveals Connection Between Shooter and Victim

May 17, 2024

BAILEY’S CROSSROADS, Va. – A fatal shooting in Bailey’s Crossroads early Friday morning has prompted a homicide investigation by the Fairfax County Police Department. The incident occurred on Argyle Drive, just off Leesburg Pike, where officers responded to reports of a shooting. The victim, a man, was rushed to the hospital for treatment but tragically ... Read more

Protecting Assault Victims: Former CT Cop Advocates for Change

May 17, 2024

HARTFORD, Conn. – A former police officer in Connecticut is advocating for greater protection for victims of assault following her own horrifying experience. Susan Yeary, a retired cop, was a victim of assault by a man she had previously arrested for domestic violence. This traumatic event has fueled her passion for ensuring that victims of ... Read more

Fatal Shooting on Metro Bus Prompts Surge in Law Enforcement Amid Rising Violence

May 17, 2024

A fatal shooting on a Metro bus in the City of Commerce, California, has sparked concerns over public safety in the region’s transportation system. The incident occurred after Mayor Karen Bass initiated a “surge” in law enforcement following a series of violent attacks on buses and subways. The shooting took place on Line 108 bus, ... Read more

European Division Deepens: Shots Fired at Slovak Prime Minister Stir Continent’s Political Landscape

May 17, 2024

The shooting of Slovakian Prime Minister Robert Fico in Handlová reflects a disturbing trend in European politics. The attack, the first serious attempt on a European head of state since 2003, has raised concerns about the growing polarization across the continent. This incident comes at a time when political violence and unrest are on the ... Read more

Sharpshooter linked to Delhi car showroom shooting killed in police encounter

May 17, 2024

New Delhi, India – In the early hours of Friday, May 17, 2024, a shooter allegedly connected to a car showroom attack was killed in an encounter with the Delhi Police Special Cell near the Shahbad Dairy area, officials reported. The deceased, known as Ajay alias Goli, was identified as a sharpshooter affiliated with gangster ... Read more

Suspect in Beloit Stabbing Attack Shot and Killed by Police, Officer Injured

May 17, 2024

BELOIT, Wis. – In Beloit, Wisconsin, a stabbing incident ended in tragedy when the suspect was fatally shot by police on Thursday afternoon. During the incident, one officer sustained injuries, adding a layer of complexity to the situation. According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, the Beloit Police Department swiftly responded to reports of a ... Read more

Assault Investigation Underway at UC Berkeley after Attack by Two Suspects

May 17, 2024

Berkeley, California – Authorities are currently investigating an assault that took place at the University of California, Berkeley on Tuesday night. The incident occurred around 9:35 p.m. on University Drive near the Crescent Lawn. Police responded to a call reporting aggravated assault at the university. Upon arrival, officials were informed that the victim had been ... Read more