HOMICIDE

Jan 07 2025CRIME

A Tragic End in Park Forest: Man Held in Double Killing

A man, who was living with two women in Park Forest and dating one of them, has been arrested and charged with their murders. The women, Lillian Brown, 51, and Sabrina McCain, 30, were found shot in their home on December 26. Police were called to the scene around 6 pm and found both women dead. Brown died at the scene, and McCain was rushed to St. James Hospital but...

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Jan 05 2025CRIME

Court Drama: Woman Faces Charges After Double Murder and Kidnapping

In a shocking turn of events, 42-year-old Shuvonne Vinson was slapped with 19 felony charges following a violent crime in Northfield Township. The incident, which occurred on January 1st, left Jennifer Bernhard, 42, and Stevie Smith, 74, dead. Vinson's outbursts in court were very dramatic. Prosecutors claim that Vinson, along with Keith Finley and Gregory Callahan, ...

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Jan 04 2025CRIME

Detroit's Crime Rate Drops: A Community Effort

In 2024, Detroit hit a significant milestone: the lowest homicide rate since 1965 with 203 victims. Despite the city's population growth, this is a clear sign of progress in combating its violent reputation. Mayor Mike Duggan noted this trend, recalling when the city first got under 400 homicides in 2002, then under 300 a few years back. The drop in homicides wasn't...

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

NYC's Tragic Subway Fire: A Life Lost

On December 22, a tragic event unfolded in New York City. A woman, later identified as Debrina Kawam, age 57, from New Jersey, was killed in a brutal way. She was set on fire while sleeping on a subway train in Brooklyn's Coney Island. The police, after facing challenges, eventually named the victim. Debrina, living in Toms River, had recently moved to NYC and had in...

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Jan 01 2025CRIME

Who Was Debrina Kawam and Why Did This Happen?

Debrina Kawam, a 57-year-old woman from Toms River, New Jersey, was recently identified as the victim of a horrific crime in New York City. She was set on fire while sleeping in a subway car at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue station in Brooklyn. This tragic event has sparked conversations about safety in the city and the treatment of its homeless population. The ...

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Dec 29 2024CRIME

Crime Spike in Hell's Kitchen: A Young Man's Tragic End

In the heart of Hell’s Kitchen, a 35-year-old man met his untimely end early Saturday morning. The victim, later identified as Sharief Jackson, was shot twice in the chest during an argument with a rival. This tragic incident took place inside his apartment on 49th Street, between 8th and 9th Avenues. Witnesses reported hearing loud yelling before three gunshots ech...

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Dec 28 2024CRIME

Tragic Shooting in North Charleston: A Closer Look

On Monday afternoon, the North Charleston Police Department responded to a frightening incident. A man, armed with a rifle similar to an AR-15, attacked a group of people at the Abberly Crossing Apartments on Patriots Boulevard. The attack happened around 4:41 PM. The suspect was seen leaving the scene, wearing protective gear including a helmet and body armor. When...

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Dec 23 2024CRIME

Suspect in CEO Shooting to Face Court on Monday

Luigi Mangione, the man accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is set to appear in court on Monday. He's facing serious charges in New York, including murder and terrorism. Federal prosecutors are also involved, and the trial could lead to severe penalties, including the death penalty. Mangione, who is 26, was arrested in Pennsylvania with a 3D-pri...

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Dec 23 2024CRIME

Subway Horror: Man Arrested for Setting Woman on Fire

Early Sunday morning, tragedy struck the New York City subway. A man, believed to be in his late 20s, approached a woman on a stationary F train at the Coney Island-Stillwell Avenue station and set her on fire. This horrific act was witnessed by police officers patrolling the area, who quickly extinguished the flames but couldn't save the victim. The NYPD is treating...

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Dec 19 2024CRIME

The Man Accused of Killing a Healthcare CEO: What Happens Next?

Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old man charged with killing the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, will face a Pennsylvania judge this Thursday. The hearing aims to decide whether he should be sent to New York to face murder charges. The court will also look at some other serious crimes Mangione is accused of, like forging IDs and owning illegal firearms. Experts believe Mangion...

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