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Shooting Victim Identified in Riceville: Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Information

February 26, 2024 by Ryan Eastwood

RICEVILLE, Iowa – The Mitchell County Sheriff’s Office has officially identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred on Friday night in a quiet neighborhood near Walnut Ave. Acea Spiegeler, 24, was found deceased when officers responded to the scene at 7:14 p.m. Authorities believe that the incident was isolated, indicating that the individuals … Read more

Santa Rosa Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Attempted Murder of Mother in Front of Children

May 20, 2024

Santa Rosa, California – A 38-year-old man from Santa Rosa has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of attempting to murder the mother of his children in 2020, announced the Sonoma County District Attorney on Friday. Adrian Cervantes-Alvarez, the perpetrator, received a six-year sentence for the attempted murder charge, but it was ... Read more

Evacuation Efforts Intensify as Pakistani Students Attacked in Kyrgyzstan

May 20, 2024

Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan – In response to a violent attack on foreign students in Kyrgyzstan, the Pakistani government has taken swift action to ensure the safety and security of its citizens studying in the country. The incident, which endangered many students, led to the immediate organization of multiple special flights to evacuate those affected and bring ... Read more

Fatal Shooting at Grove Resort in Winter Garden Leaves One Dead, Investigation Ongoing

May 20, 2024

Winter Garden, Florida – The Orange County Sheriff’s Office was called to respond to a shooting in Winter Garden early Sunday morning. The incident took place at the Grove Resort around 3:45 a.m. in the 14500 block of Grove Resort Avenue, where authorities arrived in response to reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, deputies discovered ... Read more

Balloon Release and Vigil Honoring Victim of Buckhead Shooting Scheduled

May 20, 2024

Stockbridge, Georgia – Honoring one of the victims of a tragic shooting in Buckhead on May 12, a solemn balloon release and candlelight vigil will take place. The event is set to remember the life of the victim who lost their life during the shooting incident at the club in Buckhead. The victim, who was ... Read more

Fatal Shooting at Columbus Apartment Complex Leaves Two Dead

May 20, 2024

Columbus, Ohio – A tragic incident unfolded on Sunday afternoon in Columbus, resulting in the loss of two lives due to a shooting, as confirmed by local authorities. The unsettling event took place at The Lowell Apartments on Milgen Road in East Columbus, where a heavy police presence was witnessed on the scene that day. ... Read more

Shooting Tragedy: Mother and Child Dead, Two Children Injured in Caswell County Incident

May 20, 2024

Reidsville, North Carolina – A tragic incident unfolded in Caswell County, resulting in the death of a mother and a child, while two other children were injured in a shooting. Deputies from the Caswell County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of shots fired at a residence on Cherry Grove Road in Reidsville shortly before ... Read more

Shooting Tragedy in Vallejo: Woman Dies in Late Night Incident, Police Investigating

May 20, 2024

Vallejo, California – In Vallejo, California, a woman tragically lost her life after a shooting occurred late Saturday night. The Vallejo Police Department reported that the incident took place at approximately 11:04 p.m. on the 2900 block of Redwood Parkway. Upon the arrival of VPD officers, both a man and a woman were discovered with ... Read more

Kennesaw State University Student Alasia Franklin Fatally Shot on Campus

May 20, 2024

Kennesaw, Georgia – A tragic incident unfolded on the campus of Kennesaw State University, resulting in the loss of a promising student, Alasia Franklin. The shooting that claimed Franklin’s life has left the university community in shock and mourning. Franklin, a dedicated student at Kennesaw State University, was known for her hard work and passion ... Read more

Man Fatally Shot at Valley Center Home, Investigation Underway

May 20, 2024

VALLEY CENTER, Kansas – A tragic incident unfolded in Valley Center as a 46-year-old man lost his life in a shooting at his home on Sunday morning. The Valley Center Police Department responded to a call at 7400 N. West St. around 1:42 a.m., where they discovered Kirk Stanley with a gunshot wound. Despite being ... Read more

Campus Shooting Tragedy at KSU: Friend Discovers Victim After Deadly Incident

May 20, 2024

Kennesaw, Georgia – A tragic incident unfolded at Kennesaw State University when student Anthony Harrison woke up to the sound of gunshots at the Austin Residence Complex on campus. As Harrison recounted the harrowing scene, he shared with FOX 5 reporter Eric Mock his shock and horror at what he saw. Little did he know ... Read more