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crimepublic-safety10 days ago•1 min saved

Georgia teen detained after sprint toward U.S. Capitol with loaded shotgun

An 18-year-old Georgia man, Carter Camacho, ran toward the U.S. Capitol with a loaded shotgun. Capitol Police told him to drop the weapon; he complied and was taken into custody. He wore a tactical vest and had ammunition, with a helmet and gas mask found in his white SUV. Authorities said there’s no ongoing threat and Camacho was arrested on charges including unlawful activities, carrying a rifle without a license, and unregistered firearm and ammunition.

via WJLA|

#arrest #capitol-police #crimepublic-safety

sports1 month ago•2 min saved

Packers left tackle Rasheed Walker charged with weapon possession after gun found in airport case

Green Bay Packers left tackle Rasheed Walker was charged in New York with second-degree possession of a weapon and criminal possession of a firearm after attempting to fly with a pistol and 36 rounds in a locked case. His attorney says it was a misunderstanding since the firearm was licensed and stored in a locked box, and a court date is set for March 19. The legal matter could affect his 2026 free‑agent market and, by extension, the Packers’ offseason plans depending on how teams weigh the incident.

via Acme Packing Company|

#airport-gun-charges #firearm #green-bay-packers

health5 months ago•7 min saved

Parents' Guns Play a Major Role in Child Firearm Suicides in the U.S.

Research indicates most child firearm suicides in the US involve parents' guns stored unlocked and loaded, highlighting the importance of safe storage and mental health awareness to prevent tragic deaths among youth.

via CNN|

#child #firearm #guns

politics8 months ago•2 min saved

Ted Nugent Criticizes Michigan DNR Amid Capitol Security and Regulatory Controversies

Ted Nugent was found to have a weapon on him during a visit to the Michigan Capitol due to a security screening failure; he complied with police after being notified, highlighting a lapse in security protocols.

via Michigan Advance|

#capitol-security #firearm #michigan-state-police

archaeology1 year ago•2 min saved

500-Year-Old Cannon Unearthed in Arizona, Tied to Coronado Expedition

Researchers in Arizona have unearthed a bronze cannon believed to be the oldest known firearm in the continental U.S., dating back to the 16th-century expedition of Spanish conquistador Vázquez de Coronado. The cannon, found in the Santa Cruz Valley, was likely used for offensive purposes during Coronado's quest for the mythical Seven Cities of Gold. The discovery, along with other artifacts, provides insight into the violent history of Coronado's expedition and its impact on Indigenous communities.

via Yahoo! Voices|

#archaeology #arizona #conquistadors

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"Colorado State Representative Apologizes for Leaving Loaded Gun in Capitol Bathroom"

A Republican state representative in Colorado left a loaded handgun in a Capitol bathroom, prompting security concerns as Democrats push to ban firearm possession in the building. The representative, Don Wilson, took responsibility for the incident, stating that he takes firearm safety seriously. This incident comes amid debates over a bill to expand places where carrying firearms is prohibited. It also follows previous incidents involving Republican lawmakers and guns at the Capitol.

via The Colorado Sun|

#capitol #colorado #firearm

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Arrest Made in Connection to Shooting at SC State University

A 19-year-old student at South Carolina State University was arrested for carrying a firearm on school property after shots were fired in a building on campus, prompting lockdowns at both SCSU and nearby Claflin University. The suspect was subdued by campus police after a foot chase, and no injuries were reported in the incident.

via Daily Mail|

#arrest #crime #firearm

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

"Arrested SC State Student Prompts Lockdown After Shots Fired"

A 19-year-old student at South Carolina State University, Rolando J. Ifill, was arrested for carrying a firearm on school property after shots were fired in an academic building. No injuries were reported, and campus police subdued Ifill after a foot chase. The incident prompted a lockdown, which lasted for over an hour. Additional charges are pending as the story develops.

via Live 5 News WCSC|

#arrest #crime #firearm

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

"Manhunt underway for armed and dangerous suspect in Stow and Needham"

Authorities in Stow and Needham are conducting a manhunt for Joshua Hinds, a 45-year-old man considered armed and dangerous. Hinds allegedly brandished a firearm at someone known to him and has made threats to harm himself and others. He was last seen in Needham and is believed to be traveling to Stow in a gray 2015 Toyota Tacoma. While authorities do not believe he poses a threat to the general public, caution is advised, and anyone who sees him should call 911 immediately. Multiple law enforcement agencies are assisting in the search.

via The Boston Globe|

#armed-and-dangerous #crime #firearm

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

Keanu Reeves' Hollywood Hills Home Burglarized by Masked Intruders

Men wearing ski masks broke into Keanu Reeves' Hollywood Hills home, stealing a firearm. Authorities are investigating the incident, which is not the first time the actor's home has been targeted by intruders.

via Business Insider|

#burglary #crime #firearm

health-and-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

Woman's MRI Mishap: Loaded Gun Leads to Unexpected Shot in the Butt

A woman was shot in the buttocks after bringing a loaded firearm into an MRI machine during a doctor's visit. The gun discharged when the machine's powerful magnets were engaged. The woman was hospitalized but made a full recovery. It remains unclear how she was able to bring the weapon into the MRI room, as routine screenings for metal objects are conducted. Accidents involving MRI machines have occurred in the past, highlighting the importance of safety precautions.

via New York Post |

#accident #firearm #health-and-safety

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Exploring the 'Eat what you want, add what you need' TikTok trend: Is it worth a try?

RCMP Const. Michael Wheeler has been convicted of careless use of a firearm and pointing a firearm at a person while at a social gathering and consuming alcohol in Newfoundland. The officer pulled his police firearm and placed it against the head of a woman.

via Yahoo Canada Shine On|

#conviction #crime #firearm

crime2 years ago•0 min saved

Second Suspect Apprehended in South Portland Home Invasion Investigation

A second man, John Nguyen, has been arrested in connection with an armed home invasion in South Portland, Maine. Nguyen and another man, Tyrone Brown, allegedly entered a home on Sawyer Street and demanded money. Shots were fired inside the home, but no injuries were reported. Nguyen is facing charges of robbery, burglary, reckless conduct with a firearm, and theft.

via WGME|

#armed-robbery #arrest #crime

transportationaviation2 years ago•1 min saved

Repeat Offender: Man Caught with Loaded Gun at Multiple Airports

A man was caught for the second time with a loaded gun at a security checkpoint in Philadelphia International Airport, with 21 bullets including one in the chamber. The TSA expressed their disappointment, stating that it is "unforgivable" for someone to not learn from their previous offense. Another man was also caught with a handgun in his carry-on bag on the same day. The TSA emphasized that there is no excuse for bringing a gun to checkpoints and reminded passengers to follow proper procedures for transporting firearms. So far this year, 40 guns have been discovered at the airport's security checkpoints.

via Fox Business|

#firearm #gun-control #philadelphia-international-airport

travel2 years ago•1 min saved

"Washington State Senator Arrested in Hong Kong for Carrying Firearm in Luggage: TSA Launches Investigation"

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is investigating after Washington state Senator Jeff Wilson was arrested in Hong Kong for bringing an unloaded firearm in his carry-on luggage. Wilson claimed it was an honest mistake and reported the firearm to customs officials upon discovering it mid-flight. He blamed the TSA for failing to detect the weapon during security screening in the US. Wilson has been charged with possession of an unregistered firearm and was released on bail. The TSA has been intercepting a record number of firearms at US airports this year.

via ABC News|

#firearm #hong-kong #investigation