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crime1 year ago•4 min saved

"Arrests Made in Multi-Million Dollar Gold Heist at Toronto Airport"

Nine people, including an Air Canada employee and a jewelry store owner, have been charged in connection with the theft of 6,600 gold bars worth $14.5 million from Toronto's Pearson International airport. The gold was melted down and used to purchase illegal firearms. The heist involved fraudulent documents and inside help from Air Canada employees. Only a small portion of the stolen money has been recovered, and one suspect is in custody in the U.S. on firearms and trafficking charges. The case has been described as the largest gold heist in Canadian history and has drawn comparisons to a Hollywood movie plot.

via NBC News|

#aircanada #arrests #crime

local-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"Community Reels as Family Arrested Following Tragic Shooting of 10-Year-Old Boy"

Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper has pledged to implement changes following the tragic shooting death of 10-year-old Keith Frierson, who was allegedly killed by another 10-year-old boy. The suspect's father, a felon, was arrested for being an accessory and for illegally possessing the firearm used in the crime. Cooper emphasized the need to address illegal gun possession and to support youth in the community, announcing plans to engage with schools in impoverished areas to change the narrative for children. The sheriff's office aims to develop academic incentives and encourage community involvement to prevent such tragedies in the future.

via CBS Sacramento|

##communityengagement #illegalfirearms

crime-and-safety2 years ago•3 min saved

10-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Shooting with Father's Gun Stolen from Car

In Sacramento, a 10-year-old boy shot and killed another 10-year-old using his father's stolen gun. The father, who was prohibited from owning firearms, has been arrested on multiple charges including child endangerment. The incident highlights ongoing issues with illegal gun possession and its tragic consequences, as well as the broader problem of gun violence in the United States. Community leaders and experts emphasize the need for support for the affected families and for addressing the root causes of such violence.

via Newsweek|

##childendangerment #crime-and-safety