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Witness video upends initial claims in Alex Pretti shooting by ICE

Stella Carlson filmed the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by ICE agents and says her video contradicts the Trump administration’s early assertions that Pretti brandished a weapon and intended to attack officers. The footage shows Pretti, an ICU nurse, not brandishing a gun and attempting to help a woman as he was shot, with investigators later noting the handgun had been removed from its holster by an officer moments before the fatal shots. Carlson gave a sworn account, and the video helped fuel public backlash that contributed to personnel changes by the administration. She has yet to be contacted by federal investigators and remains hopeful that accountability will follow through community efforts and oversight.

via CNN|

#alex-pretti #crime-justice #ice

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Court halts deportation for 5-year-old Liam Ramos and his father

A federal judge in Minnesota issued an immediate stay blocking any removal or transfer of 5-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father Adrian Conejo Arias after their ICE detention, prohibiting moves outside the district while their asylum-related lawsuit proceeds. The case, which involves disputes over deportation and asylum procedures, is described as developing with updates to follow.

via CNN|

#asylum #court-stay #crime-justice

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Minnesota toddler detained by ICE flown to Texas amid custody dispute

A 2-year-old girl accompanied her father during an ICE operation in Minneapolis, was flown to Texas the same day despite a court order for immediate release, and was later returned to her mother in Minnesota while her father remained in federal custody. The incident, part of ongoing immigration enforcement in the area, drew protests and highlighted ongoing custody battles surrounding asylum-seeking families.

via CNN|

#crime-justice #custody #ice

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Indiana judge and wife shot; authorities search for suspect

An Indiana state court judge, Steven Meyer, and his wife Kimberly were wounded in a shooting at their Lafayette home. Both are in stable condition as investigators—assisted by local, state, and federal agencies—hunt for the suspect; shell casings were recovered, but no motive or suspect description has been released. The incident has raised concerns about judge safety, with officials urging vigilance.

via CNN|

#crime-justice #indiana #investigation

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Security footage rewrites 2013 PA shooting as murder, leading to a 12–40 year sentence

A 2013 shooting in Lackawanna County that killed Melissa Rocuba was initially treated as an accident, but new evidence—from a home security DVR and forensic analysis—showed a heated confrontation and blood patterns suggesting homicide. Bruno Rocuba was charged with murder in 2022, later pled to third-degree murder in 2024, and received a 12-to-40-year sentence in 2025 (parole eligible in 2035). The case also exposed family tensions, inheritance disputes, and a later tragedy when Melissa’s grandson died in 2025.

via CBS News|

#bruno-rocuba #crime-justice #forensic-evidence

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Columbus grand jury indicts surgeon in Tepes’ killings

Columbus’ Franklin County grand jury indicted Michael David McKee, a 39-year-old vascular surgeon living in Chicago, on aggravated murder and aggravated burglary with a firearm for the December 30 killings of his ex-wife Monique Tepe and her husband Spencer Tepe in their Columbus home. McKee was arrested in Illinois; authorities say video linked him to the Tepes’ home and a firearm found at his Illinois residence matched evidence at the scene. He remains in custody with a next hearing in Winnebago County on January 23. The Tepes’ two young children and their dog were unharmed, there was no forced entry, and OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center is cooperating with the investigation.

via CNN|

#columbus #crime-justice #franklin-county

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Ex-husband to face aggravated murder charges in Tepe killings as extradition proceeds

Michael David McKee, the ex-husband of Monique Tepe, will be brought back to Franklin County, Ohio, to face two counts of aggravated murder with premeditation in the December 30 killings of Monique and Spencer Tepe. He is currently held in an Illinois jail, waived extradition, and plans to plead not guilty, with potential penalties including life in prison without parole or, in theory, the death penalty. The case moves to an initial appearance in Franklin County Municipal Court after his return.

via The Columbus Dispatch|

#aggravated-murder #crime-justice #extradition

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"Ex-Philadelphia Officer Pleads Guilty in 12-Year-Old's Shooting Death"

A former Philadelphia police officer, Edsaul Mendoza, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder and possession of an instrument of crime in the killing of 12-year-old Thomas “TJ” Siderio. Mendoza fired three shots during a foot chase, with the last two shots being fired after Siderio had discarded his gun. The grand jury concluded that Siderio was likely surrendering when he was fatally shot in the back. Mendoza's sentencing is scheduled for July 22, and the possible sentence was not disclosed.

via NBC News|

#crime-justice #guilty-plea #murder

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"Arrest Made in Case of Missing College Student as Search for Remains Continues"

Maxwell Anderson, 33, has been charged with homicide, mutilation of a corpse, and arson in connection with the death of 19-year-old college student Sade Robinson in Wisconsin. Robinson went missing after a planned date with Anderson, and a trail of evidence, including the discovery of her burned car and dismembered remains, led to his arrest. Anderson faces life in prison if convicted. Robinson's family and community are mourning her loss and seeking justice for her.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#arrest #crime-justice #evidence

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California Man Receives 40-Year Sentence for Road-Rage Shooting Death of 6-Year-Old

Marcus Anthony Eriz, who shot at a car during a road-rage incident on a California freeway, killing 6-year-old Aiden Leos, has been sentenced to 40 years to life in prison. The judge emphasized the vulnerability of the victim and the impact on his family, refusing to mitigate the sentence despite the defense's arguments. Eriz's girlfriend, Wynne Lee, also faces charges in connection with the incident. The shocking violence sparked a manhunt and a reward for information had grown to over $300,000.

via NBC News|

#california #crime-justice #murder

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"Decades-Old Cold Case of WWII Veteran's Murder in Florida Finally Solved"

The cold case murder of WWII veteran Hiram “Ross” Grayam, killed in 1968, has been solved 56 years later by the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office. Thomas J. Williams, now deceased, confessed to the murder, with new leads emerging from witnesses. The case regained momentum in 2006 and recent years, leading to two independent witnesses coming forward. The identity of a second suspect is known to detectives. Grayam, a beloved milkman and decorated veteran, was remembered for his service in WWII, including the Battle of the Bulge and the liberation of concentration camps.

via NBC News|

#cold-case #crime-justice #florida

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Ohio Mom Sentenced to Life After Toddler Dies Alone During 10-Day Vacation

Kristel Candelario, a mother from Ohio, left her 16-month-old daughter, Jailyn, alone in a playpen with bottles of milk while she went on a 10-day vacation to Puerto Rico. Jailyn was found dead upon her return, having suffered from extreme dehydration and starvation. Candelario pleaded guilty to aggravated murder and child endangerment, and was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The judge condemned her actions as the "ultimate act of betrayal," and law enforcement officials described the case as one of the most horrific they've witnessed.

via CNN|

#aggravated-murder #child-endangerment #crime-justice

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Ohio mother sentenced to life in prison for leaving toddler alone during vacation, resulting in child's death

An Ohio mother, Kristel Candelario, was sentenced to life in prison without parole for leaving her 16-month-old daughter alone for more than a week while she went on vacation, resulting in the child's death due to starvation and severe dehydration. The toddler weighed 13 pounds at the time of her death, a decrease of 7 pounds from her last doctor's visit less than two months prior. Candelario pleaded guilty to aggravated murder and endangering children. The prosecutor called it "the ultimate act of betrayal," while the defense cited Candelario's emotional struggles as a single mother of two.

via NBC News|

#child-neglect #crime-justice #murder

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"Former Nevada Congressional Candidate Wanted for Murder of Wrongfully Convicted Man"

Former Nevada congressional candidate Daniel Rodimer has been identified as a suspect in the death of Chris Tapp, who spent 20 years in prison for a murder he didn't commit. Tapp, an advocate for the wrongfully convicted, died from blunt force trauma to the head in Las Vegas last year. Rodimer, a former wrestler and political candidate, has been issued an arrest warrant on a murder charge, but details about the case and his relationship with Tapp have not been disclosed.

via NBC News|

#chris-tapp #crime-justice #daniel-rodimer

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Driver Released on Bail After Fatally Striking Mother and Daughter Leaving Drake Concert

A speeding motorist, Monte Henderson, was released on bail after fatally striking a mother and daughter and injuring others in a crash at a St. Louis intersection. The judge's decision to grant bail sparked outrage, as surveillance footage showed Henderson running a red light at over 70mph. The victims, Laticha Bracero and her daughter Alyssa Cordova, were described as inseparable and loving individuals. Tributes poured in for the pair, who were known for their kindness and positivity.

via Daily Mail|

#bail #crime-justice #fatal-accident