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crime29 days ago•19 min saved

Indiana Woman Charged for False Gun Purchase Linked to Swedish Hospital Shooting

Federal prosecutors in Indiana charged Olivia Burgos with making false statements on firearm forms when buying a Glock 29 that was later used in the Swedish Hospital shooting in Chicago, saying she bought the gun for her boyfriend who was barred from possessing guns; Burgos admitted lying about the destination and other details on the paperwork, and the weapon was traced to a 2024 purchase in Merrillville, Indiana. The shooting, which also wounded a Chicago officer, killed a 10-year police veteran, Alphanso Talley is charged in the case, though Burgos is not charged for his actions. Burgos faces a federal count of making a material false statement in the acquisition of a firearm.

via Block Club Chicago|

#chicago #crime #federal-charges

crime10 months ago•3 min saved

Vegas Casino Supervisor Linked to Manhattan Shooting via Rifle Sale

A man who killed four people in a Manhattan office building bought his rifle from his casino boss in Las Vegas, left a suicide note, and had anti-psychotic medication in his apartment. The investigation is ongoing to understand his motives and mental health background.

via The New York Times|

#crime #gun-purchase #las-vegas

legal1 year ago•5 min saved

Key Witnesses Testify in Hunter Biden Gun Trial

Jurors in Hunter Biden's criminal trial heard testimony from the gun store clerk who sold him the firearm at the center of the case. Prosecutors argue Biden lied about his drug use on the purchase form, while the defense suggests he did not believe he had an active drug problem at the time. Key witnesses, including Biden's ex-wife and a former girlfriend, testified about his drug use. The trial follows the collapse of a plea deal and occurs amid political scrutiny and a separate tax case against Biden.

via The Associated Press|

#criminal-trial #drug-addiction #federal-charges

legalcrime1 year ago•3 min saved

Hunter Biden's Trial Highlights Drug Abuse and Family Struggles

Hunter Biden's ex-girlfriend testified about his crack cocaine addiction at his trial, where prosecutors aim to prove he lied about his drug use to illegally buy a gun in 2018. The defense argues there is no evidence he was using drugs at the time of the purchase. If convicted, Biden faces up to 25 years in prison.

via Al Jazeera English|

#drug-addiction #gun-purchase #hunter-biden

crime2 years ago•10 min saved

"James Crumbley's Jailhouse Threats and DoorDash Past Haunt Oxford Shooting Trial"

Prosecutors in the involuntary manslaughter trial of James Crumbley argue that he failed to take a break from his DoorDash job on the day of the shooting, which could have led him to discover that the gun his son used was missing. The prosecution portrayed Crumbley as a neglectful father who bought his troubled son a gun and failed to secure it, while the defense maintained that he was unaware of his son's plans. Testimony also included details about the shooter's troubling texts and social media posts, as well as emotional accounts from witnesses at the school. The trial continues with uncertainty about whether James Crumbley will testify.

via Detroit Free Press|

#crime #gun-purchase #involuntary-manslaughter

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"James Crumbley's Jailhouse Threats Prompt Phone Restrictions and Uniform Questions"

James Crumbley, father of the Oxford High School shooter, is on trial for involuntary manslaughter for failing to secure the gun used in the shooting. He bought the handgun with his son, Ethan, who later used it in the attack. Crumbley's use of a phone and tablet has been restricted after he made threatening statements from jail, and a gag order is in place for the case. His son, Ethan, referred to the gun as "my beauty" on social media and admitted to using his money to buy it. James Crumbley isn't accused of knowing about the shooting beforehand, but prosecutors allege his negligence contributed to the tragedy.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|

#crime #gun-purchase #michigan

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Second Parent Faces Trial in Michigan School Shooting After Wife's Conviction"

James Crumbley, the second parent in the Michigan school shooting case, is headed to trial for allegedly failing to prevent his son from carrying out the shooting. Prosecutors argue that his negligence contributed to the violence, as he purchased a gun with his son and failed to take steps to prevent the tragedy. The trial comes after his wife, Jennifer Crumbley, was convicted of the same charges. The parents' actions leading up to the shooting, including purchasing the gun and not disclosing it to the school, will be central to the case.

via The Guardian US|

#crime #gun-purchase #michigan

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Arrest Made in Deadly El Cajon Dental Office Shooting"

The El Cajon police identified the suspect in the shooting at a dental office as a "disgruntled former customer" who had purchased the gun used in the incident just two weeks prior. The man, Mohammed Abdulkareem, was taken into custody after a manhunt and was found with a loaded handgun and magazines in a rented U-Haul truck. One person was killed, and two others were injured in the shooting. The motive for the attack is still unknown, and the suspect faces multiple felony charges, including murder and attempted murder.

via NBC San Diego|

#crime #dental-office #el-cajon

crime2 years ago•10 min saved

"Man Purchased Gun Day Before Allegedly Shooting and Beheading Father"

Justin Mohn, accused of shooting and decapitating his father in their Pennsylvania home, purchased a gun the day before the murder and posted a graphic video of the severed head on YouTube. Bucks County District Attorney Jennifer Schorn stated that Mohn was "acting with clear mind" during the incident. Mohn faces charges of first-degree murder, abusing a corpse, and possession of instruments of crime. The video showed Mohn wearing rubber gloves found at the crime scene, and he made violent threats against government officials. Mohn was arrested at a Pennsylvania National Guard training center and faces multiple charges, with no history of diagnosed mental health issues.

via NBC 10 Philadelphia|

#crime #decapitation #gun-purchase

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

Hunter Biden Faces New Criminal Charges in Federal Case: DOJ Reports

Federal prosecutors have filed a new criminal case against Hunter Biden, although the exact nature of the charges is not yet known. Special counsel David Weiss has been using a federal grand jury in Los Angeles to gather evidence on possible criminal tax charges against President Joe Biden's son. Hunter Biden already faces criminal charges in Delaware related to a gun purchase.

via CNN|

#criminal-case #federal-prosecutors #gun-purchase

legalcriminal-cases2 years ago•5 min saved

Trump Trials: A Week in Review and a Look Ahead

Federal prosecutors suggest that former President Donald Trump may have violated the conditions of his release by purchasing a gun during a campaign stop in South Carolina, which could be discussed at an upcoming hearing on a potential gag order. In a separate civil case in New York City, a fraud trial against Trump and his company is set to begin, with the New York Attorney General alleging that the Trump Organization inflated property values to defraud lenders and insurance companies. Meanwhile, Trump faces various charges in Georgia, Washington D.C., Florida, and New York, with ongoing legal battles and trial dates being scheduled. The issue of hearsay arises in the D.C. federal election case, where witnesses may testify about comments they heard outside of court to show how those comments influenced Trump's actions, but not as evidence of election compromise.

via The Washington Post|

#fraud-trial #gag-order #gun-purchase

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Legal Purchase, Schizophrenic Suspect: LA Deputy's Ambush Killing Investigation Unfolds"

The gun used in the ambush killing of a Los Angeles County sheriff's deputy appears to have been legally purchased, raising questions about the suspect's mental health background. Investigators are looking into whether the suspect had a documented history of psychiatric problems that should have raised red flags during the gun purchase process. The motive for the shooting remains unclear. The suspect has been arrested and reportedly confessed to the crime. The deputy, Ryan Clinkunbroomer, was described as a dedicated and hard-working officer who made the ultimate sacrifice.

via ABC News|

#ambush-killing #crime #gun-purchase

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

"Gunman with Prior Attempted Murder Charge Buys Firearm, Commits Collierville Clinic Shooting"

Larry Pickens, the man accused of killing Dr. Benjamin Mauck in a Collierville clinic, had a previous attempted murder charge and was able to legally purchase the gun used in the shooting just eight days prior. Pickens had a history of run-ins with Memphis Police, including a domestic violence assault in 2016 where he stabbed his stepfather with a kitchen knife. Although there are police reports of these incidents, they do not appear on Pickens' criminal record. The motive for the shooting remains unclear, and authorities had no prior contact with Pickens before the incident.

via WREG NewsChannel 3|

#attempted-murder-charge #collierville-shooting #crime

politics3 years ago•3 min saved

Hunter Biden's Second Amendment Defense Amid DOJ Probe and SCOTUS Ruling

Hunter Biden's lawyers have reportedly told the DOJ that they will challenge the law under the Second Amendment if their client is charged with possessing a firearm as a drug user. Biden is under investigation by the Justice Department, which includes a 2018 gun purchase when he was a regular cocaine user. Federal law prohibits drug users from owning guns, but a Supreme Court ruling last year that essentially broadened Second Amendment protections puts that prohibition into question. The president's son might use new conservative arguments to his advantage to avert up to 15 years in prison should he be charged and convicted of such a crime.

via Fox News|

#doj-probe #drug-use #gun-purchase

politics3 years ago•8 min saved

U.S. Attorney David Weiss nears decision on charging Hunter Biden.

Prosecutors are nearing a decision on whether to charge Hunter Biden with tax- and gun-related violations, according to people familiar with the matter. The investigation into Hunter Biden began in 2018 and centered on his finances related to overseas business ties and consulting work. Over time, investigators shifted their focus to whether he failed to report all of his income and whether he lied on a form for a gun purchase by denying that he was a drug abuser. Any decision could have a significant impact on President Biden, who just launched his reelection campaign, bringing national attention to a sensitive topic that aides often struggle to broach with the president.

via The Washington Post|

#criminal-investigation #gun-purchase #hunter-biden