All articles tagged with #family violence
A 15-year-old boy in Plano is charged with first-degree aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after shooting his father at their home; he was detained and placed in the Collin County Juvenile Detention Center, the father was hospitalized with his condition not disclosed, and police say the incident was isolated with no ongoing threat to the public as investigators seek a motive.
A 24-year-old man, Daricka Moore, was arrested in Mississippi after allegedly killing six people, including relatives and a child, across three locations. The victims included his father, uncle, brother, and a young child, with the motive still unknown. Moore was taken into custody without incident and faces capital murder charges.
Nick Reiner has been formally charged with the murder of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, in Los Angeles, with prosecutors alleging he used a knife and considering the case under special circumstances that could lead to life imprisonment or the death penalty.
Nick Reiner has been charged with the first-degree murder of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer, after their bodies were found stabbed in their Brentwood home. The 32-year-old, who had a history of drug addiction, was arrested near USC and is held without bail. The case involves complex family and legal issues, with potential for a life sentence or the death penalty.
A man from Bucks County pleaded guilty to third-degree murder for killing his 82-year-old mother in their home, leading to a sentence of 26 to 54 years in prison, after confessing and being linked to her death and subsequent actions in Washington, D.C.
An 18-year-old Dutch girl was murdered by her father and brothers over her Western lifestyle choices, including social media use and attire, with the father admitting to the killing and the brothers facing trial; the case highlights issues of honour-based violence in the Netherlands.
Lorenz Kraus confessed on live TV to killing his parents eight years ago, claiming it was an act of mercy, and was subsequently charged with their murders after bodies were found buried in his backyard. The case involves allegations of social security fraud and antisemitic conspiracy theories, with Kraus having a history of political activity and bigotry.
Lyle Menendez's parole was denied due to ongoing misbehavior in prison, despite his expressions of remorse and efforts to reform, following similar rejection for his brother Erik, both serving life sentences for their 1989 family murders.
Lyle Menendez's parole was denied after nearly 30 years in prison for the 1989 murder of his parents, with the parole board citing ongoing risks and prison infractions, including illegal phone use, despite his efforts at rehabilitation. His brother Erik's parole was also denied the day before, and both brothers are expected to seek parole again in the future.
Erik Menendez's parole was denied after a lengthy hearing where concerns about his prison behavior and past crimes were raised, despite family support and his efforts at rehabilitation, highlighting ongoing debates about justice and rehabilitation for high-profile offenders.
Ethan Nieneker, accused of a deadly Target shooting in North Austin, has a history of family violence and mental health issues, with multiple past arrests for assault and domestic violence, raising concerns about systemic failures in intervention and mental health support.
Austin Robert Drummond, suspected of killing four members of his girlfriend's family and abandoning a baby, was arrested in Tennessee after a weeklong manhunt, ending a violent spree that targeted his girlfriend's relatives. The victims include the baby's parents, grandmother, and uncle, with the baby now safe. Drummond, previously convicted of a robbery, faces multiple serious charges.
Austin Drummond, wanted for the murder of four family members and the abduction of a baby in Tennessee, has been captured in Jackson after a manhunt, ending a case involving targeted family violence and multiple charges.
Former 49ers safety Jimmie Ward was arrested in Texas on a felony assault charge related to an incident at his home, involving allegations of choking and threatening a family member. He was released on bond, and the Texans are currently gathering more information.
Houston Texans safety Jimmie Ward was arrested on a felony assault family violence charge in Texas, accused of strangulation at his home. Ward, a team captain and key player, is being held without bond and has not participated in offseason workouts due to injury recovery. The incident adds a serious concern to his career and the team's preparations for the upcoming season.