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False active shooter report prompts large police response at Strong Memorial Hospital

False active shooter report prompts large police response at Strong Memorial Hospital

Police said a patient made a false report of an active shooting early Monday, prompting a large response at Strong Memorial Hospital.
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Seven Fatalities, Including Two Police Officers, in Northeast England Car Crash

Seven Fatalities, Including Two Police Officers, in Northeast England Car Crash

Seven individuals, including two police officers, died in a car crash in northeast England during the early hours of Saturday. The incident occurred on the A66 near Middlesbrough when a Volkswagen Passat, traveling the wrong way, collided with a marked Cleveland Police armed response vehicle. Constables Matthew Blades, 37, and Tom Clough, 38, were identified as the deceased officers. The five occupants of the Passat, believed to be male teenagers, also died at the scene. Cleveland Police Chief Constable Victoria Fuller confirmed the fatalities and stated that formal identification of all victims has taken place. Specialist family liaison officers are providing support to the bereaved families. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched an investigation into the circumstances leading to the crash, a mandatory procedure following any death connected to a police incident. Authorities are urging the public to refrain from speculation and respect the privacy of the affected families.
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Four Fatalities Reported in Single-Vehicle Crash on I-77/I-64 Split in Charleston, West Virginia

Four Fatalities Reported in Single-Vehicle Crash on I-77/I-64 Split in Charleston, West Virginia

Four individuals have died following a single-vehicle crash that occurred late Friday night on the interstate in downtown Charleston, West Virginia. The incident took place around 10:52 p.m. at the I-77/I-64 split. According to the Charleston Police Department and Charleston Fire Department, the vehicle lost control, struck the median wall, and subsequently went over the interstate barrier. The car then fell into the Martin Marietta Charleston Yard, located at 1100 Pennsylvania Avenue. All four occupants were pronounced dead at the scene. The Charleston Police Department’s Investigation Unit is currently conducting an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Initial reports indicated at least two fatalities, but later updates confirmed the higher death toll.
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Fear No Lit launches beach reading series at Hamlin Beach | Exclusive

Fear No Lit launches beach reading series at Hamlin Beach | Exclusive

Fear No Lit launched a new beach reading series at Hamlin Beach State Park, featuring readings from three published authors.
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Woman Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries in Dodge County Semi-Truck Crash

Woman Sustains Life-Threatening Injuries in Dodge County Semi-Truck Crash

A 68-year-old woman from Cable, Wisconsin, was flown to a Madison hospital with life-threatening injuries after a two-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck in Dodge County. The incident occurred on Friday night at approximately 7:55 p.m. at the intersection of County Highway A and County Highway W in the town of Oak Grove. According to the Dodge County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO), the woman, driving a 2020 Ford Edge, failed to yield the right-of-way from a stop sign while traveling eastbound on County Highway W. Her vehicle then collided with a southbound semi tractor-trailer on County Highway A. Two juvenile passengers in the Ford Edge sustained minor injuries and were also transported to Marshfield Medical Center. The 71-year-old male driver of the semi, from Milton, Wisconsin, was assessed by EMS at the scene and released without significant injury.
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Scott’s Rochester Photo burglarized; camera equipment stolen

Scott’s Rochester Photo burglarized; camera equipment stolen

Police said at least one suspect broke a window to enter the East Avenue business early Friday and stole camera equipment.
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Muskegon Woman Dies in Egelston Township Two-Car Crash

Muskegon Woman Dies in Egelston Township Two-Car Crash

A 44-year-old Muskegon woman has died following a two-car crash in Egelston Township, Michigan. The incident occurred on Thursday night when the woman, driving on Evanston Avenue, reportedly ran a stop sign at the intersection of Maple Island Road. Her vehicle was then struck by another car. She was transported to the hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. Two individuals in the other vehicle sustained injuries but are expected to recover. Investigators are currently working to determine if drugs or alcohol were contributing factors in the crash. The identity of the deceased woman has not yet been released by authorities.
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One Dead, Two Hospitalized After Two-Vehicle Crash in Cleveland

One Dead, Two Hospitalized After Two-Vehicle Crash in Cleveland

One person has died and two others were hospitalized following a two-vehicle crash that occurred Thursday evening in Cleveland, Ohio. The collision took place at the intersection of East 55th Street and Cedar Avenue. According to Cleveland Police, fire, and EMS officials, three victims were transported to the hospital. News 5 crews on the scene observed a Lincoln Town car split into multiple pieces and a damaged blue Hyundai Sonata. A 1-year-old child, who was ejected from the split car, and an adult male from the same vehicle were taken to University Hospitals by EMS. The adult male was later pronounced dead, while the child is reported to be in stable condition. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.
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One Fatality and Three Injured in North Phoenix Vehicle Collision

One Fatality and Three Injured in North Phoenix Vehicle Collision

A serious two-vehicle crash occurred in north Phoenix on Thursday evening, resulting in one fatality and injuries to three other individuals, including two children. The incident took place near Cave Creek and Beardsley roads, just south of the Loop 101, around 7:15 p.m. Phoenix Police and firefighters responded to the scene. Sean McArthur, 30, was ejected from his vehicle and later pronounced dead at the hospital. A woman and two children from the other vehicle were also transported to the hospital, where they are expected to survive. Investigators believe McArthur drove into oncoming traffic, colliding with the woman's vehicle. The police are currently investigating whether impairment was a factor in the collision.
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St. Joseph County Police Pursue Vehicle Theft Suspects, Detain Two After Crash

St. Joseph County Police Pursue Vehicle Theft Suspects, Detain Two After Crash

St. Joseph County Police initiated a pursuit after receiving reports of a stolen vehicle from Mishawaka. Officers located the vehicle near Castle Point and attempted a traffic stop, but the suspect vehicle failed to comply, leading to a chase. During the pursuit, the suspect vehicle and a patrol vehicle collided with another car at the intersection of Angela and Michigan. Despite the collision, the suspect vehicle continued into South Bend, where local police were already present. All occupants of the suspect vehicle exited the vehicle near Parkovash Avenue. Authorities quickly detained one suspect, and a K9 unit successfully tracked and located two additional individuals. One suspect involved in the incident remains at large, and the investigation is ongoing.
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Fatal Crash in Cleveland Claims One Life, Injures Two Others

Fatal Crash in Cleveland Claims One Life, Injures Two Others

A severe two-vehicle collision occurred at the intersection of East 55th Street and Cedar Avenue in Cleveland, resulting in one fatality and two hospitalizations. According to Cleveland Police, fire, and EMS officials, a man was pronounced dead, while a 1-year-old child and another individual were taken to University Hospitals. The child is reported to be in stable condition. The crash was so forceful that one of the vehicles, a Lincoln Town car, was split into multiple pieces, and a blue Hyundai Sonata also sustained significant damage. A witness reported seeing a car speeding well above 40 or 50 mph just before the incident, describing it as 'floating down the street.' Detectives and crime scene investigators were on site late Thursday to process the scene and gather information as the investigation remains ongoing.
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Man Accused of Hitting Crossing Guard Outside Louisville Middle School Arrested on Outstanding Warrants

Man Accused of Hitting Crossing Guard Outside Louisville Middle School Arrested on Outstanding Warrants

Eduardo Velasco, 61, was arrested by Louisville Metro Police (LMPD) on outstanding warrants after allegedly striking an on-duty traffic guard outside Knight Middle School on Blue Lick Road. The incident occurred around 7:05 a.m. on Thursday when the traffic guard was performing duties with a raised and visible stop sign. A car traveling northbound on Blue Lick Road reportedly disregarded the stop sign and struck the guard, knocking her to the ground. Velasco was initially detained at the scene, and charges related to the incident were pending. His subsequent arrest on Friday was due to outstanding warrants for failing to appear in court multiple times in connection with 2024 charges of public intoxication, disorderly conduct, and resisting arrest. The traffic guard was reported to be alert and conscious and did not require hospitalization.