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Denver jet-engine incident linked to man's long criminal history
crime12 days ago

Denver jet-engine incident linked to man's long criminal history

A 41-year-old man with an extensive criminal history, Michael Mott, was killed after climbing a barbed-wire fence at Denver International Airport and being sucked into the engine of a Frontier Airlines plane during an aborted takeoff on Runway 17L; 12 passengers suffered minor injuries and a 4,000-foot debris field was treated as a crime scene. The medical examiner ruled his death a suicide, with no suicide note found. Mott had recent arrests for trespass and resisting arrest and a long history of offenses including domestic violence, burglary, and assault.

Boulder Police Warn of Sexually Violent Offender
local-news4 months ago

Boulder Police Warn of Sexually Violent Offender

Boulder police issued a public alert about Ray Andrew Walters, a registered sex offender with a history of sexual assault and other crimes, who is known to stay near Highway 36 and Baseline Road. Walters, convicted of attempted sexual assault on a child and failing to register as a sex offender, has no fixed address and has been released without supervision, raising community safety concerns.

Tragic Train Stabbing in Charlotte Sparks National Debate
crime8 months ago

Tragic Train Stabbing in Charlotte Sparks National Debate

A tragic stabbing on a Charlotte train resulted in the death of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska, killed by Decarlos Brown, a man with a history of mental health issues and criminal convictions. The incident has been politicized, highlighting failures in the justice and healthcare systems, and underscores the complex lives and struggles of both victims and perpetrators.

LA Nightclub Car-Ramming Suspect with Violent Criminal Past
world10 months ago

LA Nightclub Car-Ramming Suspect with Violent Criminal Past

A suspect with a lengthy criminal history, Fernando Ramirez, drove his car into a crowd outside a Los Angeles nightclub, injuring 36 people. Ramirez, on parole and with multiple prior cases, was recovering after being shot by bystanders and faces felony assault charges. The incident occurred after he was reportedly forced to leave the club earlier, leading to the crash.

"Man on the Run for 2 Years Accused of Killing MPD Officer Jamal Mitchell"
crime2 years ago

"Man on the Run for 2 Years Accused of Killing MPD Officer Jamal Mitchell"

Mustafa Mohamed, accused of fatally shooting Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell, had been evading arrest for nearly two years. Mohamed, with a criminal history spanning almost 20 years, was prohibited from possessing a firearm due to prior felony convictions. He was on the run after failing to appear in court in November 2022, following a release from electronic home monitoring. The circumstances of how Mohamed obtained the gun used in the shooting remain unclear.

Suspect Identified in Minneapolis Officer's Fatal Shooting
crime2 years ago

Suspect Identified in Minneapolis Officer's Fatal Shooting

The Hennepin County Medical Examiner identified Mustafa Ahmed Mohamed, 35, as the shooter who killed MPD Officer Jamal Mitchell. Mohamed, who had a criminal history, died from multiple gunshot wounds. Officer Mitchell, a 36-year-old father and engaged, was trying to help Mohamed when he was ambushed and shot. Another civilian, Osman Said Jimale, was also killed, and several others were injured. The community and law enforcement are mourning Mitchell's death, with support and donations being organized for his family.

"Easter Sunday Shooting in Nashville: Suspect's Extensive Criminal History Revealed"
crime2 years ago

"Easter Sunday Shooting in Nashville: Suspect's Extensive Criminal History Revealed"

Anton Rucker, the suspect in the deadly Easter Sunday shooting at a Nashville coffee shop, has an extensive criminal history with multiple convictions for aggravated assault, evading police, and selling drugs dating back to 1997. He remains on the run and is now on the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Most Wanted list. Rucker is considered armed and dangerous, and a reward of up to $2,500 is being offered for information leading to his whereabouts. The shooting left one man dead and four others injured, and the restaurant where the incident occurred is cooperating with authorities and community leaders to prevent such tragedies in the future.

"Fatal Texas School Bus Crash: Cement Truck Driver's Troubling History and Arrest"
crime-and-legal2 years ago

"Fatal Texas School Bus Crash: Cement Truck Driver's Troubling History and Arrest"

Jerry Hernandez, the cement pump truck driver involved in the fatal Bastrop crash that killed two people, has a lengthy criminal history dating back to 2006, including charges of driving with a suspended license, assault, family violence, and criminal mischief. Hernandez admitted to authorities that he had minimal sleep, used marijuana, and took cocaine before the crash, leading to a criminal negligent homicide charge. Legal experts anticipate both criminal and civil repercussions for Hernandez and his employer, including the potential for civil lawsuits and employer liability.

Idaho Police Identify Homicide Victims Linked to Escaped Inmate and Accomplice
crime2 years ago

Idaho Police Identify Homicide Victims Linked to Escaped Inmate and Accomplice

The deaths of two men in northern Idaho are believed to be connected to an escaped inmate and his alleged accomplice, who were charged after a 36-hour manhunt. Skylar Meade and Nicholas Umphenour are suspected of killing James L. Mauney and Gerald “Don” Henderson. Meade, facing a felony escape charge, and Umphenour, facing charges including aggravated assault and aiding an escape, were taken into custody after a car chase. A third person, Tonia Huber, was charged with harboring a fugitive and drug possession. Both Meade and Umphenour have criminal histories, and the investigation is ongoing.

Convicted Boston Police Officer Killer Arrested for Rhode Island Robbery
crime2 years ago

Convicted Boston Police Officer Killer Arrested for Rhode Island Robbery

Joshua McCullough, a 60-year-old Warwick man, was arrested and charged with first-degree robbery and felony assault for allegedly stealing $12,665 from a woman at a North Providence bank. McCullough, who has a criminal history including a previous murder charge, was identified through surveillance footage and arrested after a search warrant was executed at his home. He was held without bail and the case was referred to a grand jury.