All articles tagged with #car attack
A man in East Ridge hit another man with his car following a Friday-night argument on Ringgold Road; the victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries, and East Ridge Police are investigating the incident.
Paul Doyle, a former Royal Marine, was sentenced to over 21 years for deliberately driving into a crowd of Liverpool football fans during a victory parade, injuring more than 130 people. The attack was driven by a moment of rage, and Doyle showed remorse during sentencing.
A driver who injured over 130 people by ramming his car into a Liverpool soccer parade crowd was sentenced to over 20 years in prison, after pleading guilty to multiple charges including dangerous driving and causing grievous bodily harm.
A man deliberately drove his car into pedestrians and cyclists on Ile d'Oléron, France, injuring 10 people, with several in critical condition; he was arrested after attempting to set his vehicle on fire and shouting 'Allahu Akbar' during the incident, prompting an investigation.
A man was charged with 37 counts of attempted murder after driving his car into a crowd outside a nightclub in East Hollywood, injuring at least 36 people. Fernando Ramirez, who has a criminal record, was thrown out of the club earlier and returned to commit the attack. He was subsequently beaten and shot by bystanders, and police are searching for the gunman. Ramirez faces life in prison if convicted.
Paul Doyle, a former Royal Marine and IT worker linked to dissolved retail businesses, was charged with multiple counts of grievous bodily harm and dangerous driving after ramming his car into crowds during Liverpool's Premier League victory parade, injuring at least 80 people. Doyle remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in court.
A car drove into a crowd outside Yong’an Primary School in Hunan, China, injuring several students and adults. The driver, who was apprehended by bystanders and handed over to police, is now in custody. This incident marks the third random attack on crowds in China within a week, following a deadly car attack and a school stabbing. Discussions on social media highlight concerns over individuals attacking strangers as a form of "revenge on society."
In Zhuhai, China, a car attack killed at least 35 people, but initial reports were censored on social media, with authorities delaying the announcement of fatalities for nearly 24 hours. The incident highlights China's strict control over information, as videos and posts about the attack were swiftly removed from platforms like Weibo and Xiaohongshu. The state media downplayed the event, focusing instead on a nearby airshow, while local memorials for the victims were quickly dismantled under government orders.
A car attack in Zhuhai, China, that killed 35 people has raised concerns about a trend of public violence linked to personal grievances, as officials censor discussions on the incident. The driver, reportedly unhappy over a divorce settlement, targeted crowds at a stadium, echoing recent violent attacks in China. President Xi Jinping has promised severe punishment, while social media users question deeper societal issues. Despite censorship, emotional accounts and criticisms of media coverage continue to circulate online.
A 62-year-old man drove his car into a crowd outside a sports center in Zhuhai, China, killing at least 35 people and injuring 43 others. The suspect, identified as Fan, was apprehended after attempting to flee and self-harming with a knife. Police described the incident as a "serious and vicious attack," motivated by Fan's dissatisfaction with his divorce settlement. President Xi Jinping has called for severe punishment for the perpetrator and efforts to treat the injured. Violent crime is rare in China, but recent knife attacks have raised public safety concerns.
A car driven by a 62-year-old man ploughed into a crowd at Zhuhai Sports Centre in China, killing at least 35 people and injuring 43 others. The driver, surnamed Fan, allegedly carried out the attack due to dissatisfaction with a property settlement following his divorce. He was arrested but is in a coma from self-inflicted wounds. The incident occurred despite heightened security for a nearby airshow. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for severe punishment for the perpetrator, and investigations are ongoing.
In Zhuhai, China, a 62-year-old driver, identified as Fan, drove an SUV into a crowd exercising outside a sports center, killing at least 35 people and injuring 43 others. The driver, who was found self-harming, is in a coma and unable to be interrogated. Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for the suspect to be punished according to the law. The incident, which occurred during the Airshow China event, has been heavily censored on social media.
A third victim has died from injuries sustained in a fiery car attack outside a concert venue in Rochester, New York, on New Year's Day. The suspect, 35-year-old Michael Avery, drove a rented Ford Expedition into a ride-sharing car, causing it to burst into flames, and then sped towards pedestrians in a crosswalk. The suspect also died in the incident. Authorities have found no apparent motive for the attack and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Two police officers in Brandon, Florida, were critically injured when a man deliberately ran them over with his car in an ambush-style attack. The incident occurred after the officers responded to a call about a violent individual. The suspect initially drove away but returned to the scene and accelerated towards the officers, colliding with them. The injured officers are receiving treatment at a local hospital. The suspect, who has a criminal history, is facing charges of attempted murder on a law enforcement officer. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges may be filed.
A video has surfaced showing a Tesla being attacked by an unruly flash mob in Chicago's Lower Wacker Drive. The Tesla driver, with their back window smashed, attempts to escape the scene but ends up hitting someone as the crowd continues to vandalize the car. Despite the presence of Chicago Police officers, little is done to stop the attackers or disperse the crowd. The incident occurred during car demonstrations, and the motive for the attack remains unclear. No arrests have been made, and the identities of the Tesla driver, passenger, and attackers are unknown.