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us-news8 days ago•397 min saved

Texas Board Grants Parole to Amber Guyger After Seven Years for Botham Jean Murder

Former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger was granted parole on October 1, 2026, after serving seven years of a 10-year sentence for the 2018 murder of neighbor Botham Jean. The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles cited her lack of violent arrest history and satisfactory institutional adjustment as reasons for the decision. Jean’s family and legal representatives expressed deep disappointment, noting that the community had strongly opposed early release. Guyger’s attorney confirmed she has a job and housing arranged for release, though no specific date has been set by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice.

via NBC News|

#amber-guyger #botham-jean #criminal-justice

crime-and-justice8 days ago•127 min saved

Texas Board Grants Parole to Amber Guyger After Seven Years in Prison

The Texas Board of Pardons and Paroles has granted parole to former Dallas police officer Amber Guyger, who was convicted in 2019 of murdering her neighbor Botham Jean. Guyger, 38, will serve the remainder of her 10-year sentence under supervision after serving seven years. The decision has drawn sharp criticism from Jean’s family, who called it a disappointment, while Guyger’s attorney stated she has a job and housing lined up for release. The Texas Department of Criminal Justice has not yet announced a specific release date.

via AP News|

#amber-guyger #botham-jean #crime-and-justice

politics6 months ago•18 min saved

Security contractor tied to congresswoman’s team killed in Dallas standoff

Democratic U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett confirms the security team member killed in a Dallas police standoff was Diamon Mazairre Robinson, who had been using the alias “Mike King” while working as her security contractor; Robinson fled officers after a March 11 car stop, was found in a hospital parking garage, and was shot after drawing a handgun. Authorities say he had forged credentials, stolen government plates and multiple felony warrants, and Crockett says her team followed House contracting procedures and knew him only as Mike King.

via The Texas Tribune|

#capitol-police #dallas-police #diamon-mazairre-robinson

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Texas Singer Shot During Fan Event in Dallas Theater

A Texas singer, Jada Thomas, was shot in the chest by Micah Williams during an autograph signing at The Black Academy of Arts and Letters in Dallas. Williams, who appeared "robotic" to witnesses, claimed the shooting was motivated by alleged harassment from Thomas throughout 2023. Thomas is in stable condition, and Williams has been charged with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, held on a $200,000 bond. The incident has prompted plans to enhance security at the venue.

via The Root|

#autograph-signing #crime #dallas-police

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Chiefs' Rashee Rice Surrenders to Police After High-Speed Crash, SMU WR Teddy Knox Suspended"

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice surrendered to police on charges including aggravated assault after a high-speed crash involving a half-dozen vehicles on a Dallas highway last month. Rice, along with another driver, allegedly caused the crash while speeding in sports cars. Arrest warrants were issued for Rice and the other driver, Theodore Knox, for multiple counts related to the crash. Rice, represented by Texas state Sen. Royce West, acknowledged his actions and expressed concern for those injured in the accident.

via The Associated Press|

#assault-charge #dallas-police #high-speed-crash

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Kansas City Chiefs' Rashee Rice Faces Arrest Warrants for Dallas Highway Racing Crash"

Dallas Police issued an arrest warrant for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice in connection with a six-vehicle crash last month, with Rice facing multiple counts related to the incident. Rice's attorney acknowledged his involvement and stated that Rice plans to assist those affected. The NFL is monitoring the situation, and Rice could face disciplinary action under the league's personal conduct policy.

via The Washington Post|

#car-crash #dallas-police #kansas-city-chiefs

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Kansas City Chiefs' Rashee Rice Faces Multiple Charges in Dallas High-Speed Crash"

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is facing eight charges, including aggravated assault, after being involved in a high-speed car crash in Dallas. Rice and another driver were speeding in sports cars when they caused a chain-reaction collision, leaving four people with minor injuries. Arrest warrants have been issued for Rice and the other driver, and both were not in custody at the time of the report. The charges against Rice include aggravated assault and collision involving serious bodily injury, with potential prison sentences of up to 20 years.

via ESPN|

#aggravated-assault #car-crash #dallas-police

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"NFL's Rashee Rice Faces Potential Charges After Dallas Street-Racing Crash"

Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice faces potential felony charges for street racing and leaving the scene of an accident, with possible sentences ranging from two to ten years in prison. The discovery of a small amount of marijuana in the car adds another potential legal issue. Rice may also face discipline from the NFL under the Personal Conduct Policy, with a first-offense DUI resulting in a two-game suspension. His public admission of responsibility may impact the charges, sentencing, and potential NFL suspension.

via NBC Sports|

#dallas-police #nfl #potential-charges

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Legal Troubles: NFL's Rashee Rice and the Dallas Lamborghini Crash"

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice was involved in a six-vehicle hit-and-run collision, and it's unclear what charges he might face. Rice's attorney expects charges to be filed soon, as police continue their investigation. Rice took "full responsibility" for the crash and has reached out to the injured parties. The crash involved a Lamborghini Urus and a Chevrolet Corvette, both connected to Rice. Marijuana was found in the Lamborghini, but it's unclear if charges will be filed due to recent changes in marijuana prosecution policies. At least three crash victims have retained attorneys, and Rice plans to speak publicly in the near future.

via The Dallas Morning News|

#car-crash #dallas-police #nfl

sports2 years ago•3 min saved

"Rashee Rice Takes Responsibility for Crash as Dashcam Video Emerges"

Kansas City Chiefs' wide receiver Rashee Rice met with Dallas police and takes "full responsibility" for his involvement in a multivehicle hit-and-run collision that left at least four people injured. Rice has apologized and pledged to cooperate with authorities. The crash, suspected to involve Rice, occurred in northeast Dallas and involved six vehicles. It's unclear if any charges have been filed, and the investigation is ongoing. Rice has been connected to both a Lamborghini Urus and a Chevrolet Corvette involved in the crash, and at least three victims have retained legal counsel.

via The Dallas Morning News|

#car-accident #dallas-police #hit-and-run

sports2 years ago•2 min saved

Kansas City Chiefs Player Rashee Rice Linked to Multiple Car Accidents

Dallas police are seeking to speak with Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice after a high-speed crash involving a Corvette and a Lamborghini, both reportedly leased or registered to Rice, resulted in a chain reaction collision with four other vehicles. The occupants of the luxury cars fled the scene without stopping to check for injuries or provide information. While no major injuries were reported, two people were treated at the scene and two others were taken to a hospital. The NFL and the Kansas City Chiefs have not commented on the incident, and the team's president stated that they will react accordingly once all the facts are gathered.

via NBC News|

#car-crash #dallas-police #kansas-city-chiefs

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

Chiefs' Rashee Rice Sought by Dallas Police in Major Crash Case

Dallas police are seeking Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice in connection with a major accident involving a Chevrolet Corvette and a Lamborghini. The crash resulted in minor injuries to four individuals, and while Rice's alleged involvement remains unclear, he was listed as the suspected driver of the Corvette in the police call sheet. Rice, a standout rookie for the Chiefs, had a successful season before the incident occurred.

via NBC DFW|

#car-accident #dallas-police #investigation

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Police Search for Chiefs' Rashee Rice in Connection with Dallas Multi-Vehicle Crash"

Dallas police are searching for Kansas City Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice in connection with a multi-vehicle crash in the city, involving a Corvette and Lamborghini racing and causing a collision with four other vehicles. Rice, suspected to be the driver of the Corvette, had not appeared in any Dallas County jail records as of Sunday morning, and it is unclear if he is facing any charges. Rice, a Dallas-area native, had an impressive rookie season with the Chiefs and set a record for rookie receivers during the team's playoff run to a second consecutive Super Bowl championship.

via Yahoo Sports|

#dallas #dallas-police #kansas-city-chiefs

sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Police Seek NFL's Rashee Rice in Connection with Dallas Hit-and-Run"

Dallas police are searching for Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice after a vehicle registered or leased to him was involved in a six-car accident, with the alleged involvement unclear. The vehicle is registered or leased in his name, and police are attempting to contact him. The preliminary investigation revealed that a Corvette and a Lamborghini were speeding, resulting in a chain reaction collision involving four other vehicles. Two drivers were treated for minor injuries, and two others were taken to the hospital. Police are still working to identify the suspects, and Rice was listed as the suspected driver of the Corvette.

via Bleacher Report|

#car-accident #dallas-police #kansas-city-chiefs

sports2 years ago•0 min saved

NFL's Rashee Rice Sought by Dallas Police After Major Car Crash

Dallas Police are seeking Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice in connection with a major accident that occurred on Saturday, involving a vehicle believed to be registered or leased to Rice. The 23-year-old, who grew up in Dallas and attended college at SMU, had a significant impact as the Chiefs’ No. 1 wide receiver in the regular season and set an NFL rookie record with 26 postseason catches.

via NBC Sports|

#accident #dallas-police #investigation