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City officials in Washington D.C. are clearing homeless encampments ahead of federal raids, with authorities urging residents to seek shelter, though there are concerns about insufficient shelter capacity and unclear scope of the operation, which is part of a broader federal effort under President Trump's administration.
Donald Trump falsely claimed that crime in Washington DC is at its worst, amid a federal takeover of the police and removal of homeless encampments, while critics argue the city is safer than portrayed and the actions are politically motivated.
A family friend claims that missing Mizzou student Riley Strain was spotted by two homeless camps on the night of his disappearance in Downtown Nashville, after being kicked out of a bar and seen seemingly intoxicated on surveillance camera. Despite this, there have been no reported sightings of Strain since then, and police are now focusing on reviewing security video. Family members and volunteers continue to search for Strain, with the hope of finding him and bringing him home.
Missing University of Missouri student Riley Strain, last seen in downtown Nashville, was reportedly spotted by homeless individuals on the night of his disappearance after being kicked out of a bar and seen seemingly intoxicated and lost on surveillance footage. Despite extensive search efforts, including boat searches in the Cumberland River and review of security videos, there have been no further sightings of Strain. Family and friends continue to appeal for information, while police urge anyone with relevant details to come forward.
Seabound bandits have been terrorizing the Oakland-Alameda Estuary in San Francisco Bay, raiding yachts and houseboats, stealing valuable items, and either sinking the ships or dumping the remnants miles away. Some residents blame the surge of nearby homeless camps for the increase in crime. The boating community is considering arming themselves as law enforcement staffing levels decline. The Alameda Police Department is partnering with Oakland PD and the Coast Guard to increase patrols and crack down on the crimes. The bandits are believed to be coming from Oakland, which has been grappling with an exploding homeless crisis. The crackdown's effectiveness is yet to be determined.