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Woman Accused of Striking and Killing Jefferson Parish Deputy to Appear in Court

Woman Accused of Striking and Killing Jefferson Parish Deputy to Appear in Court

Erica Smith Katsanis, the woman accused of striking and killing a Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office deputy with her car earlier this year, is scheduled to appear in court for a discovery hearing. Katsanis entered a plea of not guilty in July. The incident occurred in February when Deputy Christopher Ohlmeyer was riding a motorcycle during a funeral procession and was hit from behind by Katsanis's vehicle. Ohlmeyer, who served with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office for nearly 15 years and was recently transferred to the Traffic Division, was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. According to the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD), Katsanis's toxicology report indicated the presence of several medications in her system at the time of the crash, including Paroxetine and Clonazepam, which commonly cause drowsiness. The NOPD also reported that Katsanis did not use her car brakes and believes the incident could have been avoided. Katsanis is currently out on a $200,000 bond and is p...

Grand Island Police Seek Public Assistance After Reckless Driving Incidents Involving Matte Black Dodge Charger

Grand Island Police Seek Public Assistance After Reckless Driving Incidents Involving Matte Black Dodge Charger

The Grand Island Police Department (GIPD) is actively seeking information regarding a vehicle involved in two separate reckless driving incidents on a recent Saturday. The first event occurred around 1 a.m. when an officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop near First and Eddy. The vehicle was observed speeding and disregarding a stop sign, but the pursuit was discontinued due to safety concerns. Later that same day, around 10:30 p.m., the vehicle was again spotted near Third and Madison. Police reported that the driver accelerated to an estimated 100 mph on Third Street, between Broadwell and Eddy, and was seen passing other vehicles in the opposing lane. The vehicle is described as a flat, matte black Dodge Charger, notably lacking license plates or in-transit tags. A case has been opened for multiple violations, including willful reckless driving, stop sign violation, traffic signal violation, speeding, and flight to avoid arrest. The GIPD is urging anyone with relevant information to contact them dir...

Man Dies in North Chesterfield Head-on Collision on West Providence Road

Man Dies in North Chesterfield Head-on Collision on West Providence Road

A 57-year-old man, identified as John Lundeen, was killed in a head-on collision in North Chesterfield, Virginia, on Wednesday morning. The incident occurred around 8 a.m. in the 9500 block of West Providence Road. According to police, Lundeen was driving a Chevrolet Equinox westbound when his vehicle crossed into the opposite lane of traffic, colliding with a Toyota 4Runner. Lundeen was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the Toyota 4Runner sustained minor injuries and was also hospitalized. Authorities are currently investigating the crash and have requested that anyone with information contact them or Crime Solvers.

Newark Police Alert University of Delaware Students to Roving Speed Camera Operations

Newark Police Alert University of Delaware Students to Roving Speed Camera Operations

Newark police are issuing a warning to incoming and returning University of Delaware students about the city's roving speed camera. The camera, which began operation on March 24, has been moved from its initial location on Hillside Road to Capitol Trail, northeast of Main Street. It will continue to rotate among 15 pre-approved locations throughout the city. The police department's reminder, issued on August 18, comes just days before students and their families arrive for the University of Delaware's move-in weekend. The primary objective of the automated speed enforcement program is to achieve compliance with speed limits, not merely to issue citations, aiming to enhance road safety for all residents, pedestrians, bicyclists, students, and visitors. Violations are issued for exceeding the speed limit by at least 11 miles per hour, and failure to pay can result in a suspended driver's license. Any revenue generated by the camera is allocated to cover its operational costs, with any surplus directed to the...

Mother Killed, Child Injured in Rockville Pedestrian Crash; Residents Demand Safety Improvements

Mother Killed, Child Injured in Rockville Pedestrian Crash; Residents Demand Safety Improvements

A mother was killed and her son seriously injured in a pedestrian crash in Rockville, Maryland, on Monday night. The incident occurred just before 8:30 p.m. at the intersection of Twinbrook Parkway and Chapman Avenue. This marks the fifth pedestrian fatality in the DMV area since the weekend, contributing to a total of 45 fatal pedestrian crashes in Maryland this year, with nine occurring in Montgomery County. Residents of the area have expressed long-standing concerns about the safety of the intersection, describing it as dangerous due to speeding vehicles and drivers failing to yield to pedestrians. Despite the presence of crosswalks and pedestrian signals, many residents feel they must remain extra vigilant. Police are currently investigating the cause of the crash.

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Most Californian drivers view speeding as routine, study finds

Most Californian drivers view speeding as routine, study finds

Most California drivers see speeding as normal and believe keeping up with traffic is safer than obeying speed limits, a study found.

Tucson Police Report Fatal Collision Involving 57-Year-Old Man

Tucson Police Report Fatal Collision Involving 57-Year-Old Man

A 57-year-old man, Michael Thomas Still, died Monday evening following a traffic collision in Tucson, Arizona. Still was a passenger in a Mazda sedan traveling southbound on North Rosemont Boulevard when it was struck by a Nissan Frontier heading eastbound on East Grant Road. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. Both Still and the driver of the Mazda were transported to a hospital, where Still succumbed to his injuries. A passenger in the Nissan Frontier also received hospital treatment, while its driver remained at the scene. Tucson police investigators have indicated that neither driver was impaired. The preliminary investigation suggests that one of the vehicles ran a red light, and authorities are currently working to determine the operational status of the traffic control signals at the time of the crash. The investigation into the fatal incident is ongoing.

Richmond County Deputy and Woman Die in Head-On Collision on Washington Road

Richmond County Deputy and Woman Die in Head-On Collision on Washington Road

A Richmond County deputy, 49-year-old Phillip Wasson, and a 57-year-old woman, Heather Michelle Lanier, both of Augusta, were killed in a head-on collision on Washington Road in Augusta, Georgia, on Wednesday morning. According to Coroner Mark Bowen, Deputy Wasson was driving westbound when Lanier's vehicle crossed the center lane and struck his vehicle. Deputy Wasson was pronounced dead at the scene, while Lanier was transported to Wellstar MCG where she later died. Deputy Wasson had served with the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office for 18 years and was assigned to the traffic division. The crash, which occurred near Vineland Road just before 7:30 a.m., involved a U-Haul box truck, a white pickup, and a white sedan, according to witnesses. Multiple agencies, including the Richmond County Sheriff’s Office, Coroner’s Office, Central EMS, Augusta Fire Department, and Thomson-McDuffie Emergency Services, responded to the scene. All lanes of traffic were blocked for nearly two hours before reopening around 10:1...

One Driver Killed, Two Children Injured in Moody Two-Vehicle Crash

One Driver Killed, Two Children Injured in Moody Two-Vehicle Crash

A two-vehicle crash occurred Monday morning near Lake Joyce Road and Highway 411 in Moody, resulting in one driver's death and injuries to two children. According to Police Chief Reece Smith, the collision took place around 10:30 a.m. The children were passengers in the vehicle where the fatality occurred. Emergency services responded to the scene, and the road remained closed for several hours, specifically until at least 1:30 p.m., as investigators worked to process the accident site. Details regarding the identities of those involved or the specific nature of the children's injuries were not immediately released. The investigation into the cause of the crash is ongoing.

Police Search for Driver in Deadly Bronx Hit-and-Run

Police Search for Driver in Deadly Bronx Hit-and-Run

A 51-year-old bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash in the Longwood section of the Bronx on Tuesday night. The victim was struck by a BMW. Authorities are actively searching for the driver involved in the deadly incident. CBS News New York's Aziza Shuler reported on the ongoing investigation and the efforts to locate the responsible party.

Houston Man Dies After SUV Crashes into Tree and Catches Fire on Potomac Drive

Houston Man Dies After SUV Crashes into Tree and Catches Fire on Potomac Drive

A man was killed in a fiery single-vehicle crash on Potomac Drive in Houston. The incident occurred around 10:20 p.m. on Tuesday when an SUV, traveling northbound, crossed the median at a high rate of speed and collided with a tree. The force of the impact caused the vehicle to break apart and subsequently catch fire. The man, who was the sole occupant of the SUV, was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity has not yet been released to the public. The Houston Police Department has initiated an investigation into the crash to determine its cause and contributing factors. Residents in the vicinity reported hearing the crash from a distance, indicating the severity of the impact.

Allegheny County Police Recover Vehicle, Identify Driver in Deadly Kennedy Township Hit-and-Run

Allegheny County Police Recover Vehicle, Identify Driver in Deadly Kennedy Township Hit-and-Run

Allegheny County Police have successfully recovered the vehicle involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash that occurred last week in Kennedy Township. The incident, which took place around 12:15 a.m. on Friday, resulted in the death of 72-year-old Wayne McGinley, who was found on the roadway by a Kennedy Township Police officer on patrol. McGinley was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead after being struck by a car that subsequently fled the scene. On Monday morning, detectives announced they had identified the driver, though their identity has not yet been publicly released. Allegheny County detectives are continuing their investigation into the crash.