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Falcons Edge Rusher James Pearce Jr. Arrested After Police Chase in Domestic Dispute
crime20 days ago

Falcons Edge Rusher James Pearce Jr. Arrested After Police Chase in Domestic Dispute

South Florida police arrested Atlanta Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. after a weekend chase and crash following a domestic dispute with girlfriend Rickea Jackson; Pearce is charged with two counts of felony aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, one count of felony aggravated stalking, one count of felony fleeing from officers, one count of felony aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, and one misdemeanor resisting an officer without violence; bond was set at $20,500 and a stay-away order issued from Jackson.

Falcons Rookie Pearce Jr. Arrested in Florida Following Police Chase on Battery, Stalking Charges
sports21 days ago

Falcons Rookie Pearce Jr. Arrested in Florida Following Police Chase on Battery, Stalking Charges

Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr., a 2025 first-round pick who led rookies with 10.5 sacks, was arrested in Miami on aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, aggravated stalking, fleeing police and resisting an officer after allegedly leading officers on a high-speed chase and crashing; the Falcons said they are gathering information. Pearce previously faced a 2023 Knoxville traffic stop with charges later dropped after he paid fines and obtained a valid license, and Atlanta had traded for him in the 2025 NFL Draft.

"Teen Faces Charges for Inciting Fight and Sparking Protests with Racial Slurs at Shawnee Mission East"
social-issues2 years ago

"Teen Faces Charges for Inciting Fight and Sparking Protests with Racial Slurs at Shawnee Mission East"

A white male student at Shawnee Mission East High School in Kansas has been charged with aggravated battery after repeatedly yelling racial slurs at a Black female student, leading to a physical fight. The incident has sparked protests in the community, with calls for hate crime charges. The school district has suspended both students involved and emphasizes its commitment to creating a safe and inclusive environment. A community-wide protest is planned, and the investigation is ongoing.

Passenger Threatens Flight Attendant with Sharp Object on MSY Flight
crime2 years ago

Passenger Threatens Flight Attendant with Sharp Object on MSY Flight

A man in Jefferson Parish, New Orleans, threatened a flight attendant with a sharp object on a Delta flight at Louis Armstrong International Airport. The man, identified as 39-year-old Nelson Montgomery, cut himself before grabbing the flight attendant and injuring her. The flight attendant suffered superficial injuries, while Nelson was taken to a local hospital. He has been charged with aggravated battery, simple battery, and disturbing the peace. Delta Airlines responded, stating that they have zero tolerance for unruly behavior on their aircraft. Court documents reveal that Nelson has a history of assault and weapon charges.

Chicago Cop Acquitted of Pinning Teen in Park Ridge Incident.
crime2 years ago

Chicago Cop Acquitted of Pinning Teen in Park Ridge Incident.

Chicago police Sgt. Michael Vitellaro has been found not guilty of aggravated battery and official misconduct after being charged in a case that left a teen pinned to the ground. Vitellaro was off-duty at the time and claimed he was using proper technique to take down a bike thief suspect. The incident occurred in Park Ridge, where Vitellaro's son's bike was allegedly stolen. The judge heard from witnesses who testified that Vitellaro never identified himself as a police officer before or during the incident.

Chicago woman charged with baseball bat attacks and attempted vehicular assault.
crime2 years ago

Chicago woman charged with baseball bat attacks and attempted vehicular assault.

A 26-year-old woman, Denise Solorzano, was arrested in Chicago for a series of unprovoked baseball bat attacks on other women. She faces charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, aggravated battery in a public place, and aggravated assault with a motor vehicle. The attacks occurred on Sunday and Tuesday on the city's Northwest side, with at least 10 victims. Solorzano was ordered held on $800,000 bond and has no criminal history.

Chicago Woman Arrested for Series of Baseball Bat Attacks and Attempted Vehicular Assaults
crime2 years ago

Chicago Woman Arrested for Series of Baseball Bat Attacks and Attempted Vehicular Assaults

A Chicago woman, Denise Solorzano, was arrested for a series of unprovoked baseball bat attacks on other women. She faces charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, aggravated battery in a public place, and aggravated assault with a motor vehicle. The attacks occurred on two days, Sunday and Tuesday, on the city's Northwest side. Solorzano was ordered held on $800,000 bond and has no criminal history.

Chicago Woman Held on $800K Bond for String of Bat Attacks and Car Attempts
crime2 years ago

Chicago Woman Held on $800K Bond for String of Bat Attacks and Car Attempts

Denise Solorzano, a woman suffering from mental health issues, was charged with attacking multiple women with a bat and a vehicle in broad daylight across several neighborhoods in Chicago. She was ordered to be held on $800,000 bond, $100,000 for each victim she is charged with attacking. Solorzano's family said she was diagnosed with schizophrenia and has sought treatment for years. She was charged with aggravated battery in a public place, aggravated battery with use of a deadly weapon, and aggravated assault involving a vehicle. The judge ruled Solorzano was a danger to herself and the community, and her next court date is set for May 17.

Chicago Woman Charged in Series of Baseball Bat Attacks on NW Side
crime2 years ago

Chicago Woman Charged in Series of Baseball Bat Attacks on NW Side

Denise Solorzano, a 26-year-old woman from Chicago, has been charged with multiple counts of aggravated battery and assault after a series of baseball bat attacks on the Northwest Side. She allegedly attacked four women in separate incidents, including two women with a stroller. Solorzano was arrested on Wednesday and is scheduled to appear in bond court on Thursday.

Hotel Manager Arrested for Assaulting Sleeping Guest's Toes
crime2 years ago

Hotel Manager Arrested for Assaulting Sleeping Guest's Toes

The night manager of Nashville Hilton, David Neal, has been charged with aggravated battery and assault after a guest reported that he woke up in the middle of the night to find Neal sucking on his toes. Neal claimed he entered the room because he smelled smoke, but investigators didn't believe him. The victim is suffering from PTSD and is talking to a therapist. Neal is currently jailed in lieu of $27,000 bond.

CTA Worker Charged with Battery and Fatally Tossing Man Down Stairs of Blue Line Station
crime2 years ago

CTA Worker Charged with Battery and Fatally Tossing Man Down Stairs of Blue Line Station

A CTA employee, Emmett Richardson, has been charged with aggravated battery in a public place and aggravated battery to a transit passenger after attacking a 54-year-old man for over an hour at the LaSalle Blue Line Station in Chicago. The victim died shortly after the attack, and the Cook County Medical Examiner’s Office is still determining his cause of death. The attack was caught on video, and Richardson threw the man down the station’s stairs like “garbage” and hit his head and kicked the man’s wheelchair. Richardson has been removed from service without pay pending further investigation and disciplinary action.