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Soldiers and medic intervene to stop mother from stabbing daughters after I-5 crash
Janieka Ellington, 35, faces four counts of attempted first-degree murder after allegedly crashing her SUV on southbound Interstate 5 near DuPont, Washington, on Monday morning. Investigators state she intentionally struck a concrete barrier, causing the vehicle to roll over. After exiting the vehicle, Ellington allegedly retrieved a knife and attacked her two daughters, ages 9 and 15. Bystanders, including two soldiers from Joint Base Lewis-McChord and a National Guard combat medic, intervened to disarm Ellington and restrain her until law enforcement arrived. Both girls were hospitalized; the 9-year-old suffered broken bones and a stab wound, while the 15-year-old sustained minor injuries. Ellington is being held without bail pending a mental health evaluation, with a competency hearing scheduled for October 20.
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Clackamas County man fires on tree crews, triggers drone-backed standoff and arrest
In unincorporated Oregon City, a 53-year-old man allegedly fired about 20 rounds at tree workers cutting near his home, prompting deputies to surround the property with drones during a brief standoff. He blocked the driveway with a tractor and fired at deputies’ drones; no injuries were reported. He was treated at the scene and hospitalized for evaluation, and faces charges including second-degree attempted murder, first-degree attempted assault, reckless endangering, unlawful use of a weapon, and menacing.
Judge frees Palm Beach County Clerk on bail as questions linger
A judge granted bail for suspended Palm Beach County Clerk Mike Caruso, setting a $160,000 bond, requiring passport surrender and a stay-out-of-Orange County order, after finding insufficient evidence to keep him jailed pretrial; prosecutors portrayed decades of alleged abuse, while defense challenged the investigation's credibility and potential contamination of evidence.
Five Hurt in Thunder Valley Stabbing; Suspect in Custody
Five people were stabbed around 7 p.m. inside the Dos Coyotes Border Cafe at Thunder Valley Casino in Lincoln; a man in his 20s was arrested minutes after deputies arrived. One victim was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, four others were treated on-site. The suspect reportedly knew all five victims; there is no active threat, and the casino remained open while the restaurant was closed during the investigation.
Late-night SE Portland shooting leaves one dead and others injured; police seek tips and footage
A SE Portland shooting early Saturday left one man dead and two others wounded after a large gathering near Southeast Water Avenue and Caruthers Street; another man was found dead in a car at a nearby gas station by MLK Jr. Boulevard and Alder Street. Police are asking for tips, photos, and videos from the public to aid the investigation and have provided a contact number and email for information.
Theatre Threats Traced to Production's Own Musical Director, Police Say
Anonymous threatening texts that led Essex Community Players to cancel its Rocky Horror Show were traced to the production’s musical director, Kenneth Grenier, who admitted creating a self-sent account to justify stepping away from the show due to tensions with the cast. He received a misdemeanor citation for false reports, and the case is being handled by the Chittenden County Community Justice Center. The troupe plans a new show in October: Crime and Punishment, A Comedy.
Reddit Clues Illuminate Fraught Marriage in Grand Haven Tragedy
A Grand Haven Township couple and their six children were killed in a murder‑suicide after a troubled marriage. Authorities confirmed Kristopher Karolkiewicz, 47, shot his wife Amanda “Mandy” Karolkiewicz and the six children, then started a fire and killed himself. A Reddit account matching Mandy’s details posted about infidelity, red flags in the marriage, therapy, sobriety and the difficulty of leaving with six kids, providing context for the couple’s fraught relationship. The family’s four biological and two adopted children, plus pets, perished in the fire.
Off-Duty Philly Officer Charged With Homicide After Northampton County Domestic Dispute Shooting
An off-duty Philadelphia police officer, 25-year-old Kenroy Cummings, is charged with criminal homicide and fleeing, accused of fatally shooting a 27-year-old man during a domestic dispute in Allen Township, Northampton County. The shooting occurred Friday around 1:45 p.m. on Old Gate Road; Cummings fled the scene but was later arrested after returning. The victim died at a local hospital, with an autopsy scheduled. The case is being investigated by state police and the Northampton County DA’s Office.
Clairemont Drive-By Wounds Teen; SDPD Seeks Four Suspects
A teenager was shot in the leg in a Clairemont drive-by around 2:15 p.m. as four suspects fled in a dark-colored Nissan sedan. San Diego Police released surveillance video and asked for tips, while investigators pursue leads via witnesses and ALPR data. The victim was transported to Sharp Memorial Hospital and traffic in the area was disrupted for hours; police have not yet identified any suspect descriptions or connected related activity.
Southie lemonade-stand robbery ends in arrest of 14-year-old
A 14-year-old boy was arrested in South Boston in connection with an armed robbery of a lemonade stand run by two children. Police are still searching for a second suspect. The juvenile faces two counts of armed robbery and two counts of unlawful firearm possession and is expected to be arraigned in Boston Juvenile Court. The cash box was recovered empty after the heist, and the stand’s reopening drew community support, with half of the proceeds slated for a gun-violence prevention group.
Frisco track meet murder case heads to appellate review after 35-year sentence
Karmelo Anthony filed a Notice of Appeal less than 24 hours after a Collin County jury convicted him of murder in the fatal Frisco track meet stabbing of Austin Metcalf and sentenced him to 35 years in prison. The appellate effort is expected to focus on trial procedures and evidentiary issues rather than the jury’s verdict, with the case moving to the 5th District Court of Appeals as documents and transcripts are prepared; Anthony has been transferred to a Texas Department of Criminal Justice facility following sentencing.