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NC sleepover kidnapping ends with suspect in custody after 12-year-old escapes
us-news3 days ago

NC sleepover kidnapping ends with suspect in custody after 12-year-old escapes

A 12-year-old girl at a sleepover in Lillington, NC, was allegedly abducted by her friend’s uncle, Daniel Gear, who forced her into his truck and toward the woods before she escaped when he parked behind an Erwin DMV office; a passing motorist, Jennifer Maxwell, found the shoeless, scratched girl and helped her reach police. Gear was arrested after a seven-hour manhunt and charged with first-degree kidnapping and assault, with bond set at $2.5 million; his next court date is Sept. 1.

Tennessee teen charged after viral on-field tackle ends middle-school game
us-news4 days ago

Tennessee teen charged after viral on-field tackle ends middle-school game

A 16-year-old girl in Winchester, Tenn., was charged with assault and disorderly conduct after sprinting onto a field and tackling a middle school football player midgame during a Franklin County High School-area game. The tackle was filmed and the game was halted, with the field cleared and no injuries reported. She has been banned from Franklin County School properties and from attending Cornersville Middle School games for a year.

Clown-costumed teen charged with murder in random East St. Louis stabbing
us-news18 days ago

Clown-costumed teen charged with murder in random East St. Louis stabbing

A 15-year-old boy wearing a clown outfit has been charged with first-degree murder in East St. Louis for stabbing 78-year-old John Wesley Allen at a bus stop. Prosecutors say they intend to try the juvenile as an adult. The random attack occurred Monday; Allen, a Jennings, Missouri resident, died from a knife wound as video of the clownish suspect circulated and authorities pursued him, leading to his arrest at a residence. The case cites “intent to kill or do great bodily harm.”

Georgia Hotel Arrest: Sidney Starr Faces Felony Charges Over Alleged Juvenile Sexual Assault
crime22 days ago

Georgia Hotel Arrest: Sidney Starr Faces Felony Charges Over Alleged Juvenile Sexual Assault

Reality TV figure Sidney Starr, also known as Sidney Favors, was arrested in Hapeville, Georgia, on multiple felony charges—including aggravated child molestation, sodomy, and sexual battery against a minor—following an alleged incident at an Embassy Suites. She remains jailed as the case is handed to the Fulton County District Attorney, with authorities withholding further details to protect the juvenile victim.

Prosecutors poised to charge 15-year-old in Bite of Seattle shooting
local26 days ago

Prosecutors poised to charge 15-year-old in Bite of Seattle shooting

Prosecutors are expected to receive the 15-year-old suspect’s case from Seattle police by Wednesday afternoon in connection with the Bite of Seattle shooting at Seattle Center, an incident that left two bystanders dead and four others wounded; a 19-year-old, identified as one of the shooters, was also killed. Authorities say there could be more suspects and that the case is likely gang-related. Three guns were recovered at the scene, including a ghost gun; a judge previously ordered the teen detained in secured juvenile custody as investigators continue to pursue leads, while Seattle Center events face heightened security.

D4vd Case: Prosecutors Detail Abortion-Tied Abuse of Minor in Murder Probe
crime1 month ago

D4vd Case: Prosecutors Detail Abortion-Tied Abuse of Minor in Murder Probe

During a Los Angeles preliminary hearing, prosecutors presented hundreds of photos and messages from D4vd’s phone alleging he sexually abused Celeste Rivas Hernandez, who was a minor, and discussed an abortion. The materials, plus other evidence, are part of the case accusing him of killing and dismembering Hernandez; the judge will decide if there is enough evidence to proceed to trial. If convicted, Burke could face life in prison without parole or the death penalty, though prosecutors have not indicated they will seek capital punishment.

Two Teens Charged in Allentown’s Massive 6-Alarm Factory Fire
local1 month ago

Two Teens Charged in Allentown’s Massive 6-Alarm Factory Fire

Two juveniles are in custody and facing arson, recklessly endangering another person, conspiracy and causing a catastrophe charges in connection with Allentown's six-alarm fire at the former American Atelier furniture factory on Front Street. The suspects, ages not released, will proceed through the juvenile system as investigators—backed by state and federal partners—continue to probe the blaze. City leaders praised responders and relief efforts; United Way says 25 people in nine displaced households (including six children) are receiving aid.

Relative halts teen's plan to attack Joliet elementary school, Will County officials say
local3 months ago

Relative halts teen's plan to attack Joliet elementary school, Will County officials say

A relative stopped a juvenile’s alleged plan to shoot Grand Prairie Elementary in Joliet by pinning him down and calling 911; deputies recovered a Glock, loaded magazines, a backpack with knives, an accelerant, gloves and other items. The student, a Plainfield High School freshman with a history of poor attendance, was detained and transported to a hospital after making suicidal and homicidal statements; there is no active threat and no charges have been filed as investigators continue.

Durham cyclist dies after collision; driver charged with DWI
local4 months ago

Durham cyclist dies after collision; driver charged with DWI

A 15-year-old boy on an e-bike on Cole Mill Road in northwest Durham was killed after a Ford Explorer struck him; the driver, 26-year-old Joseph Savarino, has a BAC of 0.11% and is charged with misdemeanor DWI, with bail set at $100,000 and a May 20 court date. The investigation continues, the victim’s mother posted a tribute on Facebook, and Savarino is related to former Duke guard Michael Savarino.

11-Year-Old Fatally Shoots Mother's Boyfriend in Philadelphia Domestic Dispute
crime5 months ago

11-Year-Old Fatally Shoots Mother's Boyfriend in Philadelphia Domestic Dispute

An 11-year-old boy took his mother’s semiautomatic handgun and fatally shot her boyfriend during a domestic dispute in Southwest Philadelphia, near the 1100 block of South Peach Street, around 11:40 p.m. The mother and the boy were detained for interviews as detectives investigated; investigators found the gun registered to the mother, and authorities say the case remains active with no charges announced yet.

Plano teen charged with first-degree aggravated assault after shooting father at home
local7 months ago

Plano teen charged with first-degree aggravated assault after shooting father at home

A 15-year-old boy in Plano is charged with first-degree aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after shooting his father at their home; he was detained and placed in the Collin County Juvenile Detention Center, the father was hospitalized with his condition not disclosed, and police say the incident was isolated with no ongoing threat to the public as investigators seek a motive.