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Man armed with sword injures several people at Swedish high school

Man armed with sword injures several people at Swedish high school

By Philip O'Connor, Johan Ahlander and Marie Mannes FAGERSTA, Sweden, Aug 21 (Reuters) - A man armed with a sword severely injured two teenage boys, as well as a third person, at a Swedish high school on Friday, and one person was later detained, local authorities said, triggering a massive response

An attacker with a sword wounds at least 3 people at a school in Sweden

An attacker with a sword wounds at least 3 people at a school in Sweden

An attacker wielding a sword has wounded several people at a school in Sweden, according to local officials

Maine State Police Investigate Deaths of Two Individuals in Rumford Residence

Maine State Police Investigate Deaths of Two Individuals in Rumford Residence

Maine State Police are currently investigating the deaths of an adult male and an adult female found deceased inside a home on Franklin Street in Rumford. Authorities were dispatched to the residence on Wednesday morning around 9 a.m. after receiving a request for a well-being check. Upon arrival, officers discovered the two individuals. Both bodies will be transported to the Medical Examiner's office in Augusta, where autopsies will be conducted to confirm their identities and determine the precise cause and manner of death. While the investigation is ongoing, law enforcement officials have indicated that there is no immediate danger to the public in connection with this incident. Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the deaths have not yet been released by the authorities.

1-Year-Old Baby Left on Sidewalk After Car Theft in Philadelphia

1-Year-Old Baby Left on Sidewalk After Car Theft in Philadelphia

A 1-year-old baby boy was left on a Philadelphia sidewalk after a suspect stole his mother's car with the child inside. The incident occurred just before 11 p.m. on Monday. According to the baby's uncle, the mother had placed the child in his car seat in the back of her Black Honda Accord. A suspect then allegedly entered the vehicle and drove away. Police reported that the suspect later removed the baby from the car and left him on a sidewalk along a highway shortly after midnight. The child was found unharmed. Authorities are currently investigating the incident, lifting fingerprints from the stolen car, and reviewing surveillance footage to identify the perpetrator. No arrests have been made yet.

19-Year-Old Charged for Blocking Police During Pittsburgh Street Takeover

19-Year-Old Charged for Blocking Police During Pittsburgh Street Takeover

Elijaha Feight, a 19-year-old, is facing charges in Pittsburgh after investigators linked him to a recent street takeover involving nearly 100 vehicles. The incident began on Beaver Avenue in Chateau before the large group of vehicles dispersed and reconvened near an Amazon warehouse in Chartiers. Police allege that Feight intentionally blocked an officer who was attempting to stop a driver performing burnouts outside the Amazon Warehouse. The driver involved in the burnouts was subsequently arrested. Investigators used several videos, including dash camera footage from the arrested driver's car and social media posts, to identify Feight and connect him to the event. In one social media video, Feight reportedly admitted to blocking police, and his vehicle's registration further linked him to the posts.

Five Individuals Stabbed at Placer County Casino; One Suspect Arrested

Five Individuals Stabbed at Placer County Casino; One Suspect Arrested

Five people were stabbed at the Dos Coyote inside the Thunder Valley Casino in Placer County, California, on a Wednesday night. Authorities reported that all five victims are expected to survive. One victim was transported to a hospital by ambulance, while the other four received treatment at the scene from Cal Fire personnel and the casino's emergency medical staff. The Placer County Sheriff’s Office stated that it appears the suspect knew all five victims. One suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident. No further details, including the suspect's identity or the motive, were immediately available.

US teen drops lawsuit against Meta, Google and Snap ahead of trial

US teen drops lawsuit against Meta, Google and Snap ahead of trial

By Diana Novak Jones Aug 20 (Reuters) - A teen girl whose lawsuit was a test case in litigation accusing social media companies of deliberately addicting young people and fueling a mental health crisis dropped her claims against the owners of Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Snapchat on Thursday,

Milwaukee Mother Killed in Road Rage Shooting; 18-Year-Old in Custody

Milwaukee Mother Killed in Road Rage Shooting; 18-Year-Old in Custody

A 44-year-old mother, Minerva Hernandez-Lopez, was killed in a road rage shooting on Monday afternoon at 10th Street and Lapham Blvd. in Milwaukee. Witness Jesus Ferreira reported hearing multiple gunshots and attempted to render aid to Hernandez-Lopez, who had sustained a gunshot wound to her face and neck. Surveillance video reviewed by FOX6 News showed two vehicles following each other, with the victim's car backing up before both made a U-turn. Moments later, Hernandez-Lopez exited her vehicle and collapsed in the street. An 18-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with the shooting, and the Milwaukee Police Department has referred charges to the Milwaukee County District Attorney's Office. The identity of the arrested individual has not yet been released.

Man and Mother Arrested Following Shooting in Costa Mesa Stater Bros. Parking Lot

Man and Mother Arrested Following Shooting in Costa Mesa Stater Bros. Parking Lot

A man and his mother were arrested in Costa Mesa following a shooting incident in a Stater Bros. parking lot that left one person critically injured. Costa Mesa Police Department spokesperson Roxi Fyad reported that officers responded to the supermarket in the 2100 block of Newport Boulevard around 7:35 a.m. after receiving reports of a possible shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered a person with a gunshot wound in the parking lot. The victim was transported to a hospital and is currently in critical condition. Police subsequently located and arrested a 37-year-old man and his 63-year-old mother at an apartment complex less than a mile away, in the 2400 block of Newport Boulevard, just before 3 p.m. The identity of the victim has not been publicly released, and the specific circumstances leading to the shooting remain unknown at this time.

NYPD Identifies Person of Interest in Deadly Brooklyn Sidewalk Shooting

NYPD Identifies Person of Interest in Deadly Brooklyn Sidewalk Shooting

The New York City Police Department (NYPD) has identified a person of interest in a recent shooting incident in Brooklyn that resulted in the death of a 33-year-old woman and the wounding of a man. The shooting occurred on a busy Brooklyn block, specifically Bergen Street and Howard Avenue in Crown Heights, around 2 a.m. on a Sunday. Surveillance footage captured the chaotic scene where numerous people were present, some screaming as shots were fired. The deceased woman has been identified as Sofronie Hartzog of Brooklyn, who was shot in the back. The injured man, 34, was shot in the stomach but is expected to recover. Authorities are investigating whether both victims were unintended targets. The incident reportedly stemmed from an argument that broke out among a larger group, with a witness indicating that a block party with at least 100 people was taking place at the time. The NYPD had previously been searching for two suspects, but no arrests have been made yet.

Adult Body Discovered Near Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Investigation Initiated

Adult Body Discovered Near Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Investigation Initiated

An adult body was discovered near the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, prompting an investigation by the University of Minnesota Police Department. The individual was found in the vicinity of Sixth Street and Main Street Southeast on Monday afternoon, after police responded to a report. As of early Monday evening, the identity of the deceased has not been disclosed, and further details regarding the incident remain unreleased. The University of Minnesota Police Department is leading the ongoing investigation.

Brooklyn Mother of Five Fatally Shot Outside Crown Heights Bar

Brooklyn Mother of Five Fatally Shot Outside Crown Heights Bar

A Brooklyn mother of five was fatally shot outside a bar and lounge in Crown Heights early Sunday morning. The incident occurred in the early hours, leading to a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. CBS News New York's Tim McNicholas reported on the tragic event, which has left a community mourning and a family devastated. Details regarding the motive or potential suspects were not immediately available, as authorities continue their efforts to piece together what transpired. The shooting adds to ongoing concerns about gun violence in urban areas and its profound impact on families and communities.