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crime-and-legal-issues2 years ago

"Unraveling the Mystery: Megan Parra's Family Pursues Justice Amidst Digital Clues and Husband's Incarceration"

In Cottonport, Louisiana, the Ducote family is seeking to prove that the death of Megan Parra, initially ruled a suicide by authorities, was actually a homicide. Megan was found with a gunshot wound to the head the day after a car accident, with the gun belonging to her husband, Dustin Parra, who was a nurse. The investigation by local authorities was questioned due to inconsistencies and lack of thorough evidence collection. The family's own investigation, fueled by photos from the crime scene, suggests there may be more to the story, leading them to believe Megan did not take her own life. The case has taken multiple turns, with the family uncovering new clues and pushing for a deeper investigation into Megan's death.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Decade-Long Missing Woman Discovered in San Diego Freezer, Police Confirm Identity"

In San Diego, California, the body of Mary Margaret Haxby-Jones, who may have been deceased for up to nine years, was found in a freezer by visiting family members. The San Diego Police Homicide Unit is investigating the case as a suspicious death due to the lack of obvious traumatic injury and the unusual circumstances of the discovery. Detectives are delving into her past and financial records to uncover potential motives, including financial gain from not reporting her death. The cause of death is still under investigation by the Medical Examiner’s Office.

crime-and-investigations2 years ago

"San Diego Freezer Case: Possible Break in 9-Year Missing Woman Mystery"

In the Allied Gardens neighborhood of San Diego, visiting family members discovered the body of 81-year-old Mary Margaret Haxby-Jones, a former Kaiser Permanente employee, frozen in a chest freezer at a home on Zion Avenue. Police have released few details but are treating the death as suspicious and are investigating the relationship between Haxby-Jones and the home's current residents. The exact time of death is unknown, but detectives suspect she may have been deceased for up to nine years. The cause of death is pending, and there were no obvious signs of trauma. Police are urging anyone with information to contact the homicide unit or Crime Stoppers.

crime2 years ago

"California Woman Missing for Years Found Dead in Freezer, Police Confirm Identity"

The body of Mary Margaret Haxby-Jones, who may have been missing for up to nine years, was found in a freezer at an Allied Gardens home by out-of-town family members. The San Diego Police Department's Homicide Unit is investigating the suspicious death, as the cause of death and the woman's relationship to the current residents remain unclear. There were no obvious traumatic injuries, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.

local-news2 years ago

"Downtown LA New Year's Eve Shooting: 2 Dead, 8 Hospitalized"

Two people were killed and eight others injured at an underground New Year's party shooting in downtown Los Angeles. The incident occurred just after 12:50 a.m. at a commercial building on Porter Street. A dispute among partygoers escalated to gunfire, leading to the casualties and prompting a large crowd to flee the scene. The LAPD is investigating, and the conditions of the injured are currently unknown. Authorities are seeking information from the public to assist in the investigation.

local-news2 years ago

"Homicide Probes Intensify as Multiple Bodies Discovered in Baltimore County"

A homicide investigation has commenced in Baltimore County after police found an unconscious man with signs of trauma on Belair Road. The incident occurred on Monday morning, and detectives are seeking information from the public, offering the possibility of a reward for tips through Metro Crime Stoppers. Further details will be disclosed as the investigation progresses.

crime-and-legal2 years ago

"10-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Shooting with Father's Stolen Gun in California"

In Sacramento County, California, a 10-year-old boy allegedly shot and killed another 10-year-old with a stolen gun he found in his father's vehicle. The father, Arkete Davis, who is legally prohibited from owning a firearm, was arrested along with his son. Davis faces charges including felony firearm possession, child endangerment, and accessory to a crime, while his son is charged with murder. The firearm was reported stolen in 2017, and Davis is held on a $500,000 bail.

crime2 years ago

"Fatal Shooting Incidents Escalate in University Heights, Police Launch Investigations"

Early on New Year's Day, a person was shot and killed in the CUF neighborhood of Cincinnati on Straight Street. The incident was reported around 2 a.m., but the victim was not immediately found. The body was discovered by family and neighbors at approximately 5:45 a.m., and the death is being investigated as a homicide. Straight Street is closed as police conduct their investigation, and further details are expected to be released later in the day.

local-news2 years ago

"Three Arrested for Murder of Westmoreland Man Amid $440K Debt Dispute"

Allegheny County Police have arrested three men—Jeremy Fisher, Braden Elliott, and William Fortuna—for the murder of 57-year-old George Dayieb of Murrysville. The suspects were involved in a conspiracy to kill Dayieb over a nearly $440,000 debt owed by Fisher for construction equipment. The investigation involved multiple counties and agencies, utilizing cell phone data, video surveillance, and license plate readers. The suspects face charges including homicide, tampering with evidence, and abuse of a corpse, and are being held without bail.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Maine Murder Suspect Arrested and Shot in Arkansas Post-Shootout"

Spridal Hubiak, a 20-year-old from Maine, was arrested in Arkansas after a police chase and shootout, following his suspected involvement in the murder of his co-worker, Angela Bragg, in Maine. Bragg's death was ruled a homicide due to blunt force trauma. Hubiak, found sleeping in a car, fled from police and was eventually stopped with spike strips before engaging in a shootout with officers. He was wounded, hospitalized, and is expected to survive, with an investigation ongoing into the shooting by Arkansas police and the motive for the murder in Maine.

crime2 years ago

"14-Year-Old Arrested for Murdering Parents, Injuring Sister in Staged California Home Invasion"

A 14-year-old boy in Miramonte, California, was arrested for using "multiple weapons" to kill his parents and seriously injure his sister, initially reporting a false break-in. The Fresno County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene after a 911 call with audible screaming. Despite the teen's claims of an intruder, evidence revealed he fabricated the story and was responsible for the attacks. The motive remains unknown, and the case is being treated as an isolated incident.

crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Teen Charged in Fatal Shooting of Sergeant Nix at North Carolina Gas Station"

Greensboro Police Sergeant Philip Dale Nix was fatally shot after confronting suspects at a Sheetz store in Colfax, N.C. Sheetz expressed deep sorrow over the incident and pledged cooperation with the investigation. Three suspects have been arrested, with charges ranging from felony murder to accessory after the fact. The community and officials have expressed anger and grief over the "senseless act of violence." Nix served the department in various capacities, including the Family Victims Unit and the GPD Honor Guard.

crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Hawthorne Strip Mall Tragedy: 1 Killed, Multiple Injured in Shooting Spree"

A shooting at a Hawthorne strip mall early Sunday resulted in one woman's death and five other individuals hospitalized. The incident was reported just before 12:30 a.m., and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is investigating. Witnesses heard multiple gunshots, mistaking them initially for New Year's Eve fireworks. The area is described as a popular gathering place for young people. Authorities are seeking information from the public to aid in their investigation.