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Predator Arrested after Years of Home Invasions and Sexual Assaults in Georgetown and UMD Area

October 2, 2024 by Ryan Eastwood

Washington D.C. has been rocked by the arrest of Ernesto Ramon Mercado, a 54-year-old man from Arlington, in connection to a series of home invasion rapes in the Georgetown neighborhood and near the University of Maryland. The arrest comes years after the crimes were committed, spanning from June 2008 to August 2012, as confirmed by … Read more

Contestant Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of ‘The Traitors’ Show

January 18, 2024

London, UK – A former contestant from the first season of The Traitors has opened up about the reality of participating in the popular ITV show, shedding light on what happens after a contestant is “murdered” on the show. Alex Gray, a memorable character from the first season, revealed her experience on the show to ... Read more

Burial of Peru’s Shining Path Conflict Victims Marks End of Long Wait

January 18, 2024

Lima, Peru – As the 21st century began, most Peruvians thought they had put the brutal conflict between the Maoist-inspired Shining Path and government forces behind them. However, the families of the victims of this savagery have continued to endure the pain of waiting for up to 40 years to give their relatives a proper ... Read more

Husband’s Family Accused of Murdering Sister-in-Law Over Petty Quarrel

January 18, 2024

KHURRIANWALA, Pakistan: In a tragic turn of events, a woman was allegedly strangled to death by her husband with the help of his parents and brother. The victim, Shumaila Akhtar, was married to Umar Farooq, and the couple was known to frequently argue over minor issues. According to Imran Hussain, the brother of the victim, ... Read more

Charged: Blount Co. man accused of murder in Georgia

January 18, 2024

MARYVILLE, Tenn. – A man from Blount County has been arrested and charged with murder in Georgia, following the death of a woman. The Blount County Sheriff’s Office announced that the man, whose name has not been released, was taken into custody and charged with murder in connection to the death of a woman in ... Read more

Trump’s Easter Sunday Rant Targets Biden and Left-Wing Figures

April 20, 2025

Washington, D.C., April 21 – Former President Donald Trump stirred up controversy on Easter Sunday with his holiday message on social media. Trump used his platform on Truth Social to criticize President Joe Biden, left-wing figures, judges, and law enforcement officials, accusing them of contributing to crime and national security risks. In his posts, Trump ... Read more

Hatchet Attack Victim Dies After Tucson Community Vigil: Suspect In Custody

April 20, 2025

TUCSON, Ariz. – The community of Tucson mourns the loss of Jacob Couch, a 32-year-old man who tragically passed away after a vicious attack in downtown Tucson. Couch had been fighting for his life since the brutal incident earlier this month, but succumbed to his injuries on Thursday, according to his family. The Couch family ... Read more

Attack Victim in Tucson Community Vigil Dies – Suspect Faces Murder Charge

April 20, 2025

TUCSON, Ariz. – A tragic incident shook the community of downtown Tucson as a man, Jacob Couch, succumbed to injuries sustained from a brutal attack earlier this month. Couch, 32, had been fighting for his life since the attack, but tragically passed away shortly after a community vigil was held in his honor outside Banner ... Read more

Bandit attack in Sokoto State leaves two dead, raising security concerns

April 20, 2025

In Sokoto State, Nigeria, a tragic bandit attack unfolded in the Kware Local Government Area on a fateful Saturday evening, leaving two residents dead. The assailants, disguised as bandits, unleashed a violent assault in the semi-urban setting, causing immediate loss of life in the community. Eyewitnesses recounted the harrowing event, stating that the attack occurred ... Read more

51-year-old man calls 911 on himself after he shot his 74-year-old mother in the head

April 20, 2025

PHOENIX, AZ – A troubling 911 call led to the arrest of Aaron Morse, 51, after he allegedly shot his mother, Susan Morse, at their Phoenix home on April 16. The call initially reported a confrontation but took an unusual turn when Morse casually suggested to dispatchers that perhaps he could “call the whole thing ... Read more

Woman attacks and stabs her mother and father after they ask her to move out

April 20, 2025

OCALA, FL – A Florida woman has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of her father and the attempted murder of her mother following a family dispute over living arrangements. Christina Anne Adams, 33, received the sentences on Wednesday in Marion County Circuit Court after being found guilty of fatally stabbing her ... Read more