All articles tagged with #courthouse
Originally Published 5 months ago — by DW
Nine people were killed in a gun and grenade attack on a courthouse in Zahedan, southeastern Iran, attributed to the Baloch militant group Jaish al-Adl, which seeks greater rights for Iran's Baloch minority. The attack involved disguised assailants and resulted in casualties among civilians, security personnel, and attackers, highlighting ongoing tensions in the region.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Reuters
At least nine people, including civilians, soldiers, and assailants, were killed in an armed attack by the Sunni group Jaish al-Adl on a courthouse in Iran's Sistan-Baluchestan province, with the group claiming to have targeted judiciary personnel and accusing security forces of civilian casualties.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by THE CITY - NYC News
Federal agents conducted multiple arrests of migrants and observers, including a Queens pastor, inside a Manhattan immigration courthouse as part of a nationwide push for expedited removal of recent entrants, raising concerns among immigration advocates about the impact on legal proceedings and civil liberties.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Chaos erupted outside a Manhattan courthouse during Donald Trump's hush money trial deliberations when pro-Trump activist Juliet Germanotta snatched signs from an anti-Trump protester, leading to a scuffle. Germanotta, who had previously flashed Trump's motorcade, was among several supporters, including the Naked Cowboy, rallying for Trump. The incident ended with police intervention and the two parties separated.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WABC-TV
A 37-year-old man, identified as Max Azzarello, set himself on fire near the New York City courthouse where former President Donald Trump is on trial. Azzarello, described as a "conspiracy theorist," doused himself with an accelerant, possibly an alcohol-based cleaning solution, and lit himself on fire. He was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, while several police officers sustained minor injuries. Azzarello, who had been seen in the park for several days, left pamphlets with conspiracy theories before the incident. The NYPD is investigating his movements and reviewing his online presence.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
A young man set himself on fire near the Lower Manhattan courthouse where jurors were being chosen for the criminal trial of former President Donald J. Trump. The man doused himself with accelerant in a park across the street from the courthouse, and despite efforts from onlookers and police officers to extinguish the flames, he was taken away in an ambulance. It remains unclear what motivated his actions, and the incident is still under investigation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Two assailants, alleged members of the far-left extremist group DHKP/C, attacked the Caglayan courthouse in Istanbul, wounding six people before being shot dead by security forces. The attackers' elder sister was reportedly at the courthouse for a trial at the time of the incident. The group DHKP/C is considered a terrorist organization by Turkey, the United States, and the European Union.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Naomi Watts revealed that she and Billy Crudup rushed into a courthouse wedding last year because they were eager to tie the knot. The couple, both 55, opted for a no-frills ceremony in New York, describing it as special and memorable. They had sparked marriage rumors earlier when Naomi was seen wearing an engagement ring, but had not confirmed it. The actors met on the set of a Netflix series in 2017 and began a relationship after Naomi's split from Liev Schreiber.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
An explosive device was found near a courthouse in Deming, New Mexico, prompting an investigation by local and federal authorities. Similar suspicious items were found in Las Cruces and Albuquerque, but were ultimately determined to be harmless. The FBI is assisting in the investigation, and police are urging people to avoid the affected areas.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
Seventeen people sustained minor injuries after a small fire, caused by an individual setting papers ablaze, was quickly extinguished at the lower Manhattan courthouse hosting former President Donald Trump's civil fraud trial. The incident, which led to the evacuation of three floors, does not appear to be related to the trial. The injuries were primarily due to exposure to irritants from the fire extinguisher. Two individuals were taken to the hospital for observation, while the others refused medical attention. The person responsible for setting the fire is in custody, and the incident is under investigation.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WBAL TV Baltimore
A portion of the Cummings Courthouse in downtown Baltimore was closed and placed on lockdown after a court employee opened a letter addressed from a prison inmate, which contained an unknown white powder substance. Hazmat crews were called to the scene to identify the substance, and three individuals who were potentially exposed were isolated and taken to a medical facility as a precaution. The State of Maryland Health Department later announced that no biological toxins were detected in the powder. The investigation is ongoing to determine the nature of the substance and identify the person responsible.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ABC News
A Fulton County District Attorney's Office investigator accidentally shot herself in the leg at the county courthouse, but was not critically wounded. The incident, which occurred on Friday, is currently under investigation. Authorities have clarified that there was no active threat at the courthouse, where former President Donald Trump and his co-defendants are set to face trial for alleged efforts to overturn the state's 2020 presidential election results.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC
A man, Ihor Humeniuk, died after detonating an explosive device at a courthouse in Kyiv, Ukraine. Humeniuk, who was detained in 2015 for an attack near Ukraine's parliament, set off the device after barricading himself in a toilet and attempting to escape following a hearing. Two police officers were injured during the incident. The exact circumstances are unclear, but the explosions resulted in Humeniuk's death and the injury of the officers. The incident is now under investigation, and it does not appear to be linked to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KCRA Sacramento
A Sacramento judge has written a letter to the mayor, calling for action to address the growing problems caused by homelessness outside the courthouse. Judge Michael Bowman outlined incidents of assault, public sex acts, open fires, nudity, and waste being left on walkways. He requested an increased police presence, enforcement of code violations, and connection of the unsheltered population with necessary services. The mayor's office responded, acknowledging the issues and stating plans to address the encampments surrounding the courthouse and the district attorney's office.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BuzzFeed
Naomi Watts and Billy Crudup have tied the knot, as confirmed by Watts on her Instagram account. The couple posed in front of a courthouse and Watts captioned the photo "Hitched! 🕊️🪢♥️". She also shared photos of herself and Crudup, as well as flowers she received from a deli. The couple celebrated with fellow actors Mark Ruffalo and Josh Hamilton.