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Colorado 11-year-old charged with first-degree murder in brother’s death
crime27 days ago

Colorado 11-year-old charged with first-degree murder in brother’s death

An 11-year-old in Centennial, Colorado, is in a juvenile facility facing first-degree murder charges in the death of his 5-year-old brother. The cause of death is under investigation, and formal charges are expected next week. Authorities say there is no danger to the community. Under Colorado law, 11-year-olds can be held criminally liable in the juvenile system; children younger than 10 cannot be charged, and those over 12 can be charged as adults in serious cases.

Border Patrol drop-off ends in Buffalo death of nearly blind refugee
us-news1 month ago

Border Patrol drop-off ends in Buffalo death of nearly blind refugee

Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a nearly blind Burmese refugee, was released from Erie County custody and dropped off by U.S. border patrol at a Buffalo Tim Hortons; he disappeared and was later found dead, with homicide detectives investigating the circumstances and timing of his release, and his family saying they were not notified. He had lived in Buffalo for about 15 months following a prior arrest.

Ex‑NFL player's death tied to string of Willowbrook encampment killings
us2 months ago

Ex‑NFL player's death tied to string of Willowbrook encampment killings

Authorities say the death of former NFL defensive lineman Kevin Johnson at a Willowbrook homeless encampment, ruled as blunt head trauma and stab wounds, may be connected to three other unsolved killings of unhoused people along the same flood-control channel on East 120th Street, prompting a broader homicide probe and outreach efforts.

Arizona Investigators Treat Guthrie Matriarch’s Disappearance as Possible Crime Scene
crime2 months ago

Arizona Investigators Treat Guthrie Matriarch’s Disappearance as Possible Crime Scene

The 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC’s Savannah Guthrie, is missing from her Tucson-area home; authorities say signs indicate she did not leave voluntarily, and because of her limited mobility and daily medication needs, the case is being treated as a crime scene with a homicide team involved, drones and search dogs deployed, and the public urged to call in tips as investigators shift from active searching to crime-scene assessment.

Mother and Boyfriend Charged in 3-Year-Old's Death After Faked Abduction
crime10 months ago

Mother and Boyfriend Charged in 3-Year-Old's Death After Faked Abduction

The search for 3-year-old Nola Dinkins was revealed to be a false alarm after her mother, Darrian Randle, lied about her abduction, leading to a homicide investigation when a body was found in Cecil County. Randle and her boyfriend face multiple charges, including murder and child abuse, as authorities work to identify the remains and uncover the truth.

"Actor Johnny Wactor Killed in Catalytic Converter Theft Incident"
crime1 year ago

"Actor Johnny Wactor Killed in Catalytic Converter Theft Incident"

"General Hospital" actor Johnny Wactor was shot and killed while confronting catalytic converter thieves in downtown Los Angeles. The LAPD revealed that Wactor was returning to his car after a bartending shift when he encountered three suspects who shot him without provocation. The suspects, dressed in dark clothing, fled in a dark-colored sedan. Wactor, known for his role as Brando Corbin on "General Hospital," was pronounced dead at the hospital. His family and co-stars remember him fondly, and a GoFundMe has been set up to assist with funeral expenses. The LAPD is seeking information from the public to aid in the investigation.

'General Hospital' Actor Johnny Wactor, 37, Killed by Car Thieves in L.A.
crime1 year ago

'General Hospital' Actor Johnny Wactor, 37, Killed by Car Thieves in L.A.

Actor Johnny Wactor, known for his role on "General Hospital," was fatally shot by car thieves in Los Angeles while trying to stop them from stealing his car's catalytic converter. The LAPD is seeking public assistance to identify the three suspects who fled the scene. Wactor's family and former colleagues have expressed their grief and called him a great human being. The investigation is ongoing.