All articles tagged with #parking lot
Two people were shot and injured in a northeast Portland parking lot Saturday evening near NE 122nd Ave and NE Halsey St. They were transported to a hospital by ambulance, with conditions not yet known Sunday evening. The area was closed between NE Oregon and NE Glisan during the investigation. Police ask anyone with information to email [email protected] (attn ECST) with reference 26-260462.
A Florida woman who fatally shot a 62-year-old army veteran in a Walmart parking lot will not face charges after prosecutors said her use of deadly force was protected by Florida's Stand Your Ground law, which allows no duty to retreat if fear of imminent harm is reasonable. Video shows the man circling and advancing toward her vehicle; the 2017 amendment requires clear and convincing evidence to disprove justification, a standard prosecutors say could not be met. The victim's family expressed disappointment with the decision.
A shooting at a southeast Memphis restaurant following a parking-lot altercation left one dead and three injured. A man fired shots and fled with a woman; the pair later arrived at a Mississippi hospital by private vehicle, where both were treated for non-critical injuries and detained. Police are seeking a third suspect described as wearing a blue shirt and fleeing in a white sedan.
A USA TODAY piece examines how Costco parking lots have become notorious for chaos and conflict, fueled by overcrowded lots, ill-designed layouts, and mischievous (and sometimes violent) behavior. Experts frame it as parking-driven psychology—dopamine-fueled competition for spots—while Costco responds by redesigning lots, acquiring nearby land, and building larger or more accessible warehouses. The article also shares shopper strategies and anecdotes about why people prioritise proximity to the entrance, despite little time saved, and how a few positive acts counterbalance the frenzy.
A 62-year-old man, Bart Diguglielmo of Lauderhill, died after a woman shot him in the Walmart parking lot in North Lauderdale during an argument over a parking space. The shooter remained at the scene and claimed self-defense; she is being questioned as detectives investigate. The case will be presented to the Broward County State Attorney’s Office for potential charges.
A large tree fell in Sunset Beach’s parking lot at Lake Sammamish State Park, striking six parked cars and trapping two people for about 15 minutes; bystanders helped free them as park rangers and Eastside Fire & Rescue secured the scene, and two people were evaluated for injuries with no serious injuries reported.
Wanda Sykes says Bill Maher confronted her in the parking lot after her Golden Globes joke about him, insisting it wasn’t funny; she argued the reaction proved the joke, quipped about his response, and said she wouldn’t appear on his podcast.
Wanda Sykes says Bill Maher confronted her in a parking lot after she joked about him at the Golden Globes, describing a tense exchange she hadn’t anticipated.
A pedestrian was killed when a car left Main Street and struck a vehicle in the parking lot of The Big Apple Convenience Store in Waterville around 11:20 a.m. Sunday; the incident remains under investigation with few details released.
Two Franciscan University of Steubenville students, Luke Reimer and Mary Mich, were found dead inside a car in the St. Agnes Residence Hall parking lot. Early indicators point to a tragic accident related to vehicle exhaust or engine malfunction, and Steubenville police say no foul play is suspected. The university is offering counseling and support services as investigators continue to review the incident.
An SUV exploded in a Van Nuys parking lot near Van Nuys Boulevard and Sherman Way, injuring a man living in the vehicle. Authorities reported that propane tanks inside the car exploded when the man lit a cigarette, causing minor injuries. The scene was cleaned up and the car was impounded.
A car became wedged between two SUVs in a crash at a Wellesley shopping plaza parking lot after the Audi driver accidentally stepped on the gas instead of the brake, sustaining minor injuries and being taken to a hospital, while no one was inside the SUVs during the incident, according to Wellesley police.
A California grandfather, Jonathan Mauk, was fatally shot in a Walmart parking lot while attempting to apologize for a minor fender bender. The suspect, Shawntece Marie Norton, allegedly shot Mauk in the face before fleeing the scene. Norton has been charged with murder and entered a not guilty plea. Mauk, described as a family man and classic car enthusiast, leaves behind three sons and two grandchildren. His family vows to pursue justice and attend all court hearings. This tragic incident follows another recent case where a Colorado grandfather was also fatally shot following a dispute.
Three people were injured in a shooting at a Fred Meyer parking lot in Salem, Oregon. The store and parking lot are closed as police investigate, and the victims have been taken for medical treatment. It is unclear if an arrest has been made.
A man was shot during an argument in the parking lot of Christown Spectrum mall in central Phoenix, leading to a chaotic scene as shoppers were present. The victim was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, and one person is in custody while a suspect remains at large. The incident, involving at least three people, is described as isolated, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.