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Orlando woman pleads not guilty after Rihanna shooting, says she wasn’t aiming to kill
crime-and-courts16 days ago

Orlando woman pleads not guilty after Rihanna shooting, says she wasn’t aiming to kill

Ivanna Lisette Ortiz, 35, of Orlando, pleaded not guilty to attempted murder and nine counts of assault after firing an AR-style rifle at Rihanna’s West L.A. home on March 8, injuring no one but alarming the couple inside. Rihanna and ASAP Rocky were in an Airstream on the property when the gunfire occurred. Ortiz told investigators she wasn’t trying to murder anyone, and prosecutors say she fired about 20 rounds; she remains jailed on $1.8 million bail, with a judge denying a request to lower it.

Elijah Allman Arrested in New Hampshire on Assault and Trespass Charges
local1 month ago

Elijah Allman Arrested in New Hampshire on Assault and Trespass Charges

Concord police arrested Elijah Allman, son of Cher and Gregg Allman, at St. Paul’s School after an “unwanted guest” disturbance in the dining hall; he faces two counts of simple assault, plus criminal trespassing, criminal threatening, and disorderly conduct, and was released on personal recognizance with an arraignment to be scheduled later. The piece also includes other local briefs: a roughly 20,000-customer power outage in Revere and Winthrop, a Milton water main break impacting I-93 traffic, and drug-trafficking arrests in Dorchester.

Stefon Diggs denies choking allegations in chef dispute, pleads not guilty
sports1 month ago

Stefon Diggs denies choking allegations in chef dispute, pleads not guilty

New England Patriots wide receiver Stefon Diggs pleaded not guilty to felony strangulation and related charges stemming from a dispute with his personal chef; the arraignment was postponed until after Super Bowl LX so he could play in the NFL championship game, with a pretrial hearing set for April 1. The accuser says Diggs slapped her and attempted to choke her; Diggs’ attorney denies the allegations, calling them unsubstantiated and motivated by a financial dispute, and the Patriots expressed support.

Congresswoman Faces Legal and Political Challenges Amid Immigration and Justice Controversies
politics10 months ago

Congresswoman Faces Legal and Political Challenges Amid Immigration and Justice Controversies

Newly elected Congresswoman LaMonica McIver from New Jersey faces assault charges after a clash outside a Newark detention center, amid broader political controversy and her outspoken opposition to Trump-era immigration policies. She maintains her innocence, and her case has sparked debate over legal and political repercussions for sitting members of Congress.

Oklahoma Officer Faces Charges for Excessive Force on Elderly Man
crime1 year ago

Oklahoma Officer Faces Charges for Excessive Force on Elderly Man

An Oklahoma City police officer, Sgt. Joseph Gibson, has been charged with felony assault after body camera footage showed him slamming 71-year-old Lich Vu to the ground, resulting in severe injuries including a broken neck. The incident occurred during a dispute over a traffic ticket, and the use of force has sparked outrage, particularly within the Vietnamese community. Vu, who was hospitalized with a brain bleed and other injuries, has been discharged but continues to suffer from confusion and headaches, impacting his cancer treatment. The police department has placed Gibson on administrative leave pending investigation.

Accuser Seeks Dismissal of Charges Against UGA's Colbie Young
sports1 year ago

Accuser Seeks Dismissal of Charges Against UGA's Colbie Young

Georgia wide receiver Colbie Young, who was suspended from the team on charges of assaulting an unborn child and battery, may have the charges dismissed as the woman involved has requested their dismissal. In an affidavit, she stated that the police report was inaccurate and that Young did not harm her during their encounter. Young, a transfer from Miami, has been a key player for Georgia this season.

UFC's Jon Jones Faces Misdemeanor Charges in Drug Test Incident
sports1 year ago

UFC's Jon Jones Faces Misdemeanor Charges in Drug Test Incident

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones faces two misdemeanor charges for assault and interference with communications following an incident with a drug testing agent. Jones allegedly took the agent's cellphone and made threatening remarks when asked to provide a sample. He denies the accusations and has a virtual bond hearing scheduled for July 17. Jones is also preparing to defend his title against Stipe Miocic in November.

Scottie Scheffler's Court Case Sparks Debate Over Police Actions
legal1 year ago

Scottie Scheffler's Court Case Sparks Debate Over Police Actions

The Jefferson County prosecutor will address the court on Wednesday regarding the assault charges against top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler, who was arrested outside Valhalla Golf Club. Scheffler, accused of dragging a detective with his SUV, maintains his innocence and will be represented by counsel. The incident was not fully captured on body camera due to a policy violation.