CRIME

Jan 11 2025CRIME

A Century Later: No Criminal Charges for Tulsa's Race Massacre

In a recent report, the U. S. Justice Department concluded that it's too late to bring criminal charges for the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. The massacre, one of the worst racial attacks in U. S. history, was carried out by a White mob against a thriving Black district. It left hundreds dead and thousa

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

Bangkok Hitman: The Arrested Assassin of a Cambodian Ex-Lawmaker

In a surprising turn of events, a man suspected of killing a former Cambodian lawmaker has been handed over to Thai authorities. Ekkalak Paenoi, a 41-year-old Thai national, is accused of shooting Lim Kimya, a 74-year-old ex-politician from the now-dissolved Cambodia National Rescue Party (CNRP). L

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

The Real-Life Mystery Behind Netflix’s Hit Show

Ever wondered about the true story behind Netflix’s crime series, The Breakthrough? It’s a gripping tale of a double murder that happened way back in 2004 in Linköping, Sweden. The victims were an 8-year-old boy named Mohammed Ammouri and a 56-year-old woman named Anna-Lena Svensson. The case went c

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

LA Fires: Celebs React to Arson Suspect

The Lakeview, Cedar, and Oakwood wildfires have been burning across Los Angeles since Tuesday. Two more started on Wednesday and Thursday: Berkley, north of the city, and Evelyn, near Ventura County's border. The fires have claimed ten lives, forced 180, 000 evacuations, and destroyed many homes. A

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

Bourbon Street's Safety Dilemma: Balancing Fun and Protection

New Orleans is grappling with a perennial question after a recent attack: How can Bourbon Street be made safe without losing its unique charm? The deadly truck attack has sparked debates about security measures, from banning cars to turning the area into a state park. Locals, like waiter Bryan Casey

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

A Repeat Offender's Shocking Attempt

In the small town of Holtville, Alabama, a 17-year-old girl nearly fell victim to a frightening situation. A man, later identified as Yordy Centeno-Melchor, tried to lure her into his vehicle. This wasn't Melchor's first brush with the law—he had been deported from the U. S. at least five times befo

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

Trump's Surprising Forgiveness: What's the Catch?

Last Friday, Donald J. Trump got off easy. Judge Juan M. Merchan gave him an unconditional discharge, a rare and lenient decision in New York courts. This means Trump won't have to follow any strict rules or pay back any money, unlike a conditional discharge. Why did this happen? Well, Judge Mercha

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Jan 11 2025CRIME

Parham Man Caught Driving Despite Ban

Early one Friday morning in 2025, a Parham resident found themselves in serious trouble after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) spotted them driving on Road 38 in Parham. This individual had been explicitly told by the Ontario Court of Justice not to operate any vehicle due to previous offenses. A

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Jan 10 2025CRIME

Slippery Heist, Sloppy Clues: Teen's Poo-print Blunder

Imagine this: a teenager tries to pull off a series of burglaries with a friend, but ends up leaving a peculiar trail behind – dog poo on his shoes. This goofy mistake led police straight to the culprit, a 20-year-old named Brian Harold. The silly string of crimes included breaking into a van, steal

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Jan 10 2025CRIME

Colorado's Big City Mayors Team Up: Focus on Young Offenders and Housing

In Colorado, the mayors of the state's three largest cities—Colorado Springs, Aurora, and Denver—have joined forces to write a letter to Governor Jared Polis and other state leaders. They're kicking off the 2025 legislative session by urging a focus on public safety, specifically juvenile crime and

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