A man with a military background and Purple Heart was charged with a premeditated mass shooting at a North Carolina waterfront bar, killing three and injuring five others, after firing from a boat. The suspect, Nigel Edge, has a history of mental health issues and legal grievances, and was arrested shortly after the incident. The case highlights ongoing concerns about mental health and gun violence.
A Marine veteran, Nigel Edge, who was awarded the Purple Heart, is charged with a premeditated shooting from a boat at a waterfront bar in Southport, North Carolina, killing three and injuring eight, with prosecutors considering the death penalty.
A Marine veteran, Thomas Sanford, who served in Iraq, carried out a deadly attack on a Mormon church in Michigan, driven by hatred towards the Mormon faith, resulting in four deaths and multiple injuries, with the FBI investigating it as a targeted act of violence.
The lawyer for Marine veteran Daniel Penny criticized the release of migrants without bail after they were charged with assaulting NYPD officers near Times Square. Surveillance footage shows the group attacking the officers before fleeing, with some suspects having prior criminal records. Two more suspects were arrested, but one was released due to lack of evidence. The lawyer argued that bail should have been set due to the suspects' lack of ties to New York City and their disregard for the legal system. Meanwhile, Penny, who faces charges in a subway passenger's death, was granted bail, and the incident highlights the city's struggle with an influx of migrants from the Texas-Mexico border.
Marine veteran Daniel Penny has pleaded not guilty to charges of second-degree manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide in the subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely. Penny, who was recorded on cellphone video holding Neely in a chokehold on an F-Train, claims he was trying to defend himself and passengers from Neely's erratic behavior. The charges have sparked mass demonstrations, with activists calling for a murder charge. Penny's defense attorneys express confidence in his ability to be found not guilty, citing the understanding of Manhattan juries regarding the confined environment of the subway. Neely's family and supporters denounce Penny and hope for justice.
A Korean Marine Corps veteran fought off two robbers who followed him home and pepper-sprayed him in the face during a botched robbery. The assault quickly backfired as the vet started swinging, landing punches on one of the would-be robbers and chasing them out of his driveway. The attackers could be seen fleeing as a nearby crew of landscapers rushed in to help scare them away. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department and Fullerton police are investigating the incident, which may be connected to a similar case in nearby Rowland Heights.
Three men attempted to rob a Marine veteran and his wife at their home in Fullerton, California, after following them from church and Home Depot. The suspects pepper sprayed the veteran and pushed him into his garage, but he fought back and ran them out of his driveway. The attack was foiled by a landscaping crew working at the house who rushed to help when they heard the victim screaming. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is investigating the incident and whether it is connected to a similar case in Rowland Heights.
Marine veteran Daniel Penny has been charged with second-degree manslaughter in the subway chokehold death of Jordan Neely, a homeless man. Penny allegedly restrained Neely around the neck on the floor of a subway car while two other riders also restrained him. Penny's attorneys claim he put Neely in a chokehold to protect himself and others because Neely was threatening individuals on the subway. Neely had a history of violent attacks and struggled with mental illness and drug addiction. The incident was ruled a homicide by the medical examiner. Protests erupted across the city in support of Neely, and some supporters have stood by Penny, donating to a campaign fund created by his attorneys.
Marine veteran and Uber driver Aaron Orozco was fatally shot and killed in a 7-Eleven parking lot in Lynwood, California, after picking up two passengers. One of the suspects reportedly fled the scene with Aaron's car, which was later found nearby, and another left the scene on foot. Aaron leaves behind his wife, a 9-year-old son, and a 3-year-old daughter. A GoFundMe has been set up in his honor to aid his family as they navigate the loss. Uber is working closely with detectives on the case and will continue to cooperate with the investigation.
Marine veteran and Uber driver Aaron Orozco was fatally shot and killed in California while driving for Uber. Orozco had picked up two passengers and stopped at a 7-Eleven before getting into a physical altercation with them. One of the suspects shot Orozco in the upper torso, and they fled in his vehicle. Orozco had completed three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and had been working for Uber for four years. A GoFundMe page has been set up for his family, and Uber has banned the rider's account and is cooperating with the investigation.
Marine veteran and Uber driver Aaron Orozco was fatally shot and killed in California while driving for Uber. Orozco had picked up two passengers and stopped at a 7-Eleven before getting into a physical altercation with them. One of the suspects shot Orozco in the upper torso, and they fled in his vehicle, which was later found by authorities. Orozco had completed three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and had been working for Uber for four years. A GoFundMe page has been set up for his family, and Uber has banned the rider's account and is cooperating with the investigation.
