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Missouri traffic stop turns deadly as deputies killed and suspect dies after manhunt
crime3 days ago

Missouri traffic stop turns deadly as deputies killed and suspect dies after manhunt

Two Christian County sheriff's deputies were killed and two others wounded when a driver opened fire during a highway traffic stop near Highlandville, Missouri. A large manhunt—supported by state troopers and federal agents—led to the suspect, Richard Bird, being found in Stone County and killed after a confrontation with officers; the wounded deputies were expected to recover.

Investigation intensifies into Brown University shooting and MIT professor's death
world2 months ago

Investigation intensifies into Brown University shooting and MIT professor's death

Investigators believe they have identified a suspect in the Brown University shooting, with a manhunt ongoing as authorities consider releasing the suspect's identity to the public. The shooting left two students dead and nine injured, and the investigation faces challenges due to limited campus surveillance footage and recent weather conditions. The case is also being examined for potential links to a recent MIT professor's killing, though no definitive connection has been established.

Body of WA triple-murder suspect Travis Decker discovered near Leavenworth
crime5 months ago

Body of WA triple-murder suspect Travis Decker discovered near Leavenworth

Remains believed to be those of Travis Decker, a man suspected of killing his three daughters in Washington state, were found in a remote wooded area after a lengthy manhunt. Decker, a military veteran, had been missing for over three months, and authorities had shifted focus to finding his remains as evidence suggested he may have died. The daughters were found dead near a campground, zip-tied with plastic bags over their heads, and Decker's truck was nearby. The case has raised concerns about the effectiveness of the Amber alert system.

Fugitive New Zealand Father and Children Found After Four Years on the Run
world5 months ago

Fugitive New Zealand Father and Children Found After Four Years on the Run

Tom Phillips, a bushman who had been missing with his three children for four years in New Zealand's wilderness, was shot and killed during a police shoot-out after a series of sightings and alleged crimes. The children, who had been on the run with him, were found safe and are now in authorities' care. The case raised questions about his motives, possible assistance, and the extensive search efforts.

Montana Bar Shooting Suspect Faces Murder Charges After Week-Long Manhunt
crime6 months ago

Montana Bar Shooting Suspect Faces Murder Charges After Week-Long Manhunt

A man suspected of killing four people in a bar in Anaconda, Montana, after an eight-day manhunt, has been charged with four counts of murder. The suspect, Michael P. Brown, a U.S. Army veteran, fled into the hills following the shooting at the Owl Bar, which was the deadliest in Montana since 2015. He was captured armed near a highway after a large law enforcement operation. The victims included a bartender and three patrons, and the community remains shaken by the incident.

Sovereign Citizen Movement Sparks Violence and Community Divisions in Australia
world6 months ago

Sovereign Citizen Movement Sparks Violence and Community Divisions in Australia

A manhunt is underway in Porepunkah, Australia, after Dezi Freeman, a sovereign citizen with anti-government beliefs, allegedly shot two police officers, killing one and injuring another. The incident has revived concerns about the growing threat of anti-government conspiracy groups in Australia, especially in rural areas, fueled by pandemic-related mistrust and misinformation. Experts warn that these groups pose a serious danger and call for a comprehensive approach to address the root causes of extremism.