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Rochester Man Convicted in Violent Assault Against Teenage Niece, Faces Prison Time

April 27, 2024 by Ryan Eastwood

Rochester, New York – A Rochester man has been found guilty of a violent assault against his teenage niece, leaving her in a coma due to the severity of the beating. Jacob Seffens, 34, was convicted of the assault after it was revealed that he had been involved in a sexual relationship with the teenager. … Read more

Rochester Leads in Reduced Murders, Shootings but Faces Steep Increase in Car Thefts, Study Finds

January 26, 2024 by Ryan Eastwood

ROCHESTER, N.Y. — According to a recent study, Rochester has experienced a significant reduction in murders and shootings, but it now leads in the increase of stolen cars among 34 major American cities. The study analyzed crime trends over the past few years and found that while Rochester has seen a 32 percent decrease in … 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

Eyeball-Eating Suspect Arrested in Violent Las Vegas Attack

May 17, 2024

Las Vegas, Nevada – Authorities in Las Vegas are investigating a violent attack that left a victim missing an eyeball and an ear. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at a 7-Eleven parking lot, where a man was reportedly tackled, punched, and assaulted by another individual. According to an arrest report, ... Read more

Robbery on Metro Bus Leaves Victim Unharmed, Suspect in Custody

May 17, 2024

Encino, California – In a brazen daytime robbery on Tuesday, a man on a Metro bus stole a fellow passenger’s cellphone after assaulting the victim with a pair of pliers, authorities reported. The incident occurred at the intersection of Balboa and Ventura boulevards in Encino around 2 p.m., prompting a response from the Los Angeles ... Read more

Stabbings and Violence Continue on Los Angeles Metro System: Authorities Investigate Recent Attacks

May 17, 2024

Los Angeles, California – Recent violent incidents on Los Angeles County’s mass transit system have left residents concerned about their safety. In the most recent attack, a man slashed a woman’s arm with a weapon at a Metro station, shortly after two people were stabbed following a fight on a bus in Glendale. Despite the ... Read more

Knife-wielding Man Found Guilty of Assault in Wapato, Washington

May 17, 2024

YAKIMA, Wash. – A man in Wapato, Washington has been found guilty of attacking another man with a knife, leading to a serious injury. The incident occurred on April 4, 2023, outside the Noah’s Ark Homeless Shelter in Wapato. The perpetrator, identified as 43-year-old Joey Anthony Andy, accused the victim of stealing his Bluetooth speaker. ... Read more

Manhunt Launched in Paris After Gunmen Ambush Prison Convoy – French Guards Killed

May 17, 2024

Paris, France – French authorities have launched a manhunt following a violent ambush on a prison convoy in Normandy that resulted in the escape of an inmate. Two guards were killed, and three others were wounded during the attack, which occurred as the vehicle was transporting a prisoner from court to a nearby prison, according ... Read more