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Porterville deputy shot; suspect dies after being run over by armored vehicle
local7 hours ago

Porterville deputy shot; suspect dies after being run over by armored vehicle

A Tulare County sheriff’s deputy was fatally shot while serving an eviction notice in Porterville, triggering an hours-long standoff that ended when an armored vehicle ran over the suspect, killing him. Deputy Randy Hoppert, 35, who had served six years, died; the suspect, David Morales, 59, had fired at officers and a drone and reportedly owned 18 firearms. Authorities evacuated blocks and lockdowns were issued for nearby schools as negotiators attempted to resolve the situation. Morales had no listed criminal history; Hoppert’s wife is four months pregnant.

Standoff Over ICE Raid Draws Protests in Vermont
local1 month ago

Standoff Over ICE Raid Draws Protests in Vermont

Federal immigration agents executed an arrest at a Dorset Street home in South Burlington after a day-long standoff with hundreds of protesters; three people were removed from inside the residence as demonstrators linked arms, blocked entrances, and clashes with police occurred. Tear gas and flash bangs were used to disperse the crowd. The target, Deyvi Daniel Corona-Sanchez, a Mexican national who had been removed in 2022 and reentered, was not in the house when agents entered, officials later said. Vermont State Police and local officers assisted; activists criticized the action as terrorizing a family, while authorities emphasized safety and noted the operation was conducted by federal agents.

Harrisburg Standoff Ends in Fatal Shootout with Murder Suspect
crime1 year ago

Harrisburg Standoff Ends in Fatal Shootout with Murder Suspect

Harrisburg police engaged in a standoff with Santiago Gutierrez, a suspect in a recent homicide, after he crashed his truck while attempting to flee a traffic stop. The incident, which involved gunfire, led to the closure of Cameron Street. Gutierrez, charged with the murder of Jhonny Torres, allegedly pointed a gun at officers, prompting a tactical response. The standoff ended with Gutierrez's death, though it's unclear if anyone else was injured.

7-Year-Old's Heartbreaking Plea to Father During Police Standoff
crime1 year ago

7-Year-Old's Heartbreaking Plea to Father During Police Standoff

A 7-year-old Ohio girl, Oaklynn Alexander, was rescued after being kidnapped by her non-custodial father, Charles Ryan Alexander, who threatened to kill her and himself during a police standoff. Chilling 911 audio captured Oaklynn pleading with her father not to harm her, saying, "I don't want to go to heaven today." The standoff ended when police shot and killed Charles Alexander, and Oaklynn was safely returned to her family. A GoFundMe has been set up to support Oaklynn's care and mental health needs.

15-Hour Corcoran Standoff Ends with Suspect in Custody
crime1 year ago

15-Hour Corcoran Standoff Ends with Suspect in Custody

A 15-hour standoff in Corcoran, Minnesota, ended early Thursday morning with the suspect in custody after a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident began Wednesday afternoon when police responded to a call and found a hostage situation. The hostage was released after several hours of negotiations, and the suspect was later taken to a hospital. Further details about the individuals involved were not disclosed.

San Fernando Gunman Arrested After Injuring 5, Firing at LAPD Helicopter
crime1 year ago

San Fernando Gunman Arrested After Injuring 5, Firing at LAPD Helicopter

A 61-year-old man, Martin Rodriguez, was arrested after a shooting spree in San Fernando Valley that injured five people. Rodriguez barricaded himself in his residence and fired at a police helicopter during a standoff before being taken into custody. He faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, with bail set at nearly $10 million. The condition of the victims is currently unknown, and the investigation is ongoing.