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A University of Kentucky cheerleader, Laken Snelling, was released on bond after being arrested for the death of an infant found in a closet, with charges including abuse of a corpse and tampering with evidence; the infant's cause of death is still under investigation.
A University of Kentucky cheerleader, Laken Snelling, was arrested for allegedly hiding her dead infant in a closet, wrapped in a towel inside a trash bag, and is expected to face charges related to concealing the birth, tampering with evidence, and abuse of a corpse. The cause of the infant's death is under investigation.
The Miami Dolphins and Pittsburgh Steelers executed a rare player-for-player trade, exchanging All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey for safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, while Dolphins cheerleader Ariana Taylor McClure gained social media fame for her Instagram presence. The trade marks a significant move in the NFL, coinciding with the team's preparations for the upcoming season.
Krystal Anderson, a former Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader, passed away at age 40 due to sepsis following a stillbirth. She was hospitalised at 21 weeks pregnant and delivered her stillborn daughter, Charlotte Willow, before developing sepsis and facing organ failure. Anderson, who cheered for the Chiefs for 10 seasons, was also a yoga instructor and software engineer passionate about women’s health and Black women in STEM fields. Her family and friends have organized a fundraiser to establish Krystal’s Legacy Fund.
Krystal Anderson, a former Kansas City Chiefs cheerleader, passed away at 40 shortly after giving birth to her stillborn daughter, Charlotte Willow Anderson. She battled sepsis and underwent three surgeries before succumbing to organ failure. Anderson, a beloved figure in the Chiefs community, was also a software engineer and had previously lost an infant son. Her tragic death highlights the ongoing issue of maternal mortality, particularly among Black women, in the United States.
Rafael Govea Romero has been arrested and charged with the capital murder of 16-year-old cheerleader Lizbeth Medina in Jackson County, Texas. Lizbeth was found dead by her mother in their apartment complex after she failed to arrive at a town event. Romero, who is undocumented, was apprehended after the police released surveillance photos of a person of interest. He has been booked into the Jackson County Jail, and it is unclear if he will be granted bond.
A suspect, Rafael Govea Romero, has been arrested and charged with capital murder in the slaying of Texas high school cheerleader Lizbeth Medina. Medina's body was discovered by her mother at their home, and Romero was apprehended in Schulenburg, Texas, about 75 miles north of Edna. The arrest came after the Edna Police Department released photos of a person and vehicle of interest in connection with the case. The investigation is ongoing.
A 16-year-old high school cheerleader was found dead in her Texas apartment, allegedly murdered after a break-in. Her mother discovered the body when the teenager failed to show up for a Christmas parade. The police are treating the case as a capital murder investigation and have not released details about the cause of death or any suspects. The community has come together to honor the victim, and a GoFundMe has been set up to assist with funeral expenses.
Lizbeth Medina, a 16-year-old cheerleader from Texas, was found slain in a bathtub, and police are searching for her killer. Lizbeth was supposed to be at a Christmas parade with her cheer squad but was found unresponsive by her mother. The cause of death has not been disclosed. The police, along with the Texas Rangers, are actively working to locate and bring the perpetrator to justice. A GoFundMe campaign has been started by Lizbeth's aunt to support the family and seek justice for her.
A 16-year-old high school cheerleader, Lizbeth Medina, was found dead in her apartment in Edna, Texas, after she failed to show up to a Christmas parade. Her mother discovered her lifeless body and believes she was murdered. The mother suspects that her daughter's death may be connected to a recent break-in at their apartment. The police are investigating the case as a capital murder and are working diligently to locate and apprehend the suspect. The community has been asked to remain vigilant, and a GoFundMe has been set up to support the family.
A 16-year-old cheerleader, Callie Mitchell, died after "probably" going into cardiac arrest at a cheer camp at Texas A&M. Mitchell had long QT syndrome, a conduction disorder that impairs the electrical system controlling the heartbeat. Her father is urging parents to get electrocardiograms (EKGs) for their children, as they are not part of regular physicals in Texas. Mitchell was described as a vibrant and compassionate young woman who had a passion for cheerleading and a strong faith.
Woodlands Elite cheerleader Payton Washington spoke publicly for the first time after being shot three times in an H-E-B parking lot in Elgin, north of Austin. Pedro Tello Rodriguez, 25, was arrested in relation to the shooting and charged with deadly conduct, a third-degree felony. Washington was shot twice in her right buttocks and once in her back. Her spleen had to be removed and her stomach and diaphragm had two holes in them. Despite the ordeal, Washington graduated with her friends and plans to continue cheer and tumbling and attend Baylor University in the fall.
Texas cheerleader Payton Washington was shot three times after a friend accidentally got into the wrong car in April. She was critically injured but managed to keep her friends calm. The shooter, Pedro Tello Rodriguez Jr., was charged with deadly conduct and released on a $100,000 surety bond. Washington has made great strides in her recovery and was able to attend her high school graduation. She is determined to return to cheer and tumbling this summer and attend Baylor University in the fall.
A Texas cheerleader, Payton Washington, was shot and critically injured after another girl mistakenly opened the wrong car door. She was struck three times in her leg and back, damaging her pancreas and diaphragm. The incident was one of a string of recent incidents in which young people were shot during apparently safe, ordinary encounters. The other cheerleader, Heather Roth, was grazed. Police arrested and charged a 25-year-old suspect with deadly conduct with a firearm.
Payton Washington, a Texas cheerleader, has spoken out for the first time since being shot in April after her friend accidentally opened the door of the wrong car. Pedro Tello Rodriguez Jr., 25, allegedly approached the vehicle with the cheerleaders and opened fire, injuring two of them. Washington was shot three times and underwent a series of lifesaving procedures. Rodriguez has been charged with deadly conduct, a third-degree felony, and is currently released on bail. Washington said she's committed to getting her life back and won't dwell on the past.