All articles tagged with #mistaken identity
Originally Published 28 days ago — by ABC7 Chicago
Three individuals, including a 16-year-old, have been charged in the mistaken identity shooting that killed Thornwood High School basketball player Davell Holden in South Holland, Illinois, with the incident stemming from a case of mistaken identity related to a recent move of the intended target.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Rolling Stone
Taylor Swift shared a humorous story on Late Night with Seth Meyers about her fiancé Travis Kelce confusing Greta Gerwig with Hugh Grant's wife Anna Eberstein during a London concert, due to Kelce's face blindness, leading to a funny mix-up involving dance and inside jokes.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
A Romanian tourist mistakenly spent nearly a month in an Italian prison after police confused him with a wanted criminal sharing his name, but was released once the error was discovered, allowing him to reunite with his family and continue his holiday.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by AP News
Four individuals have been arrested in connection with the shooting of Florida State linebacker Ethan Pritchard, who was shot in what authorities believe was a case of mistaken identity while dropping off family members outside an apartment. Pritchard remains in critical but stable condition, and the suspects face multiple charges including attempted murder.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Boing Boing
U.S. Border Patrol agents mistakenly detained a disabled 15-year-old student outside a high school, mistaking him for a gang member, and left live bullets on campus, highlighting concerns over their tactics and treatment of civilians.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by CBS News
A 15-year-old high school student was mistakenly detained by immigration agents outside Arleta High School in Los Angeles, sparking outrage among city officials. The incident involved agents approaching the student's family during registration, handcuffing him, and drawing guns, but he was released at the scene. The district is investigating, and the incident has raised concerns about immigration enforcement near schools.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
Federal authorities in Idaho ended their search for Travis Decker, wanted in connection with the deaths of his three daughters, after confirming the man seen in the Sawtooth National Forest was not him, concluding it was a case of mistaken identity.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
In Ecuador, five tourists were mistakenly killed by gangsters who thought they were members of a rival drug gang, while a separate attack by gunmen in Guayaquil left nine dead and 10 injured. President Daniel Noboa declared the country at war with drug gangs and emphasized that the battle continues, with the government tracking down the attackers. The surge in violent attacks has led to a state of emergency, including a curfew and military deployment, as Ecuador grapples with escalating violence and a high rate of violent deaths.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox Weather
A woman in Knutsford, England, rushed what she thought was a baby hedgehog to a wildlife hospital, only to discover it was actually a fluffy hat bobble. The hospital manager praised the woman's good intentions and advised that if anyone finds a hedgehog during the day, they should take it to a rescue center as it may be a sign of distress.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
An elderly woman rushed what she thought was a sick baby hedgehog to a wildlife hospital, only to discover it was actually a faux fur pom-pom from a hat. Despite her embarrassing mistake, the woman's good intentions melted the hearts of the hospital staff, who praised her for her compassion. The hospital manager reminded others to rescue real hedgehogs if spotted during the daytime, as it could be a sign of distress.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Daily Mail
Former college football star, Jaylen Johnson, 25, tragically shot and killed his own mother, Monica McNichols-Johnson, after mistaking her for an intruder at their Missouri home. Johnson, who has no criminal history, has been charged with manslaughter and armed criminal action, with bail set at $100,000. His attorney stated that Johnson immediately called 911 and has been distraught since the incident. The case has raised questions about Missouri's "stand your ground" law, as well as the tragic consequences of mistaken identity in similar incidents.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
A 25-year-old Missouri man, Jaylen Johnson, has been charged with manslaughter and armed criminal action after fatally shooting his mother, Monica McNichols-Johnson, whom he mistook for an intruder at their home. This incident has reignited debate over lax firearms laws and the "stand your ground" law in Missouri, which allows people to use deadly force if they believe they are at risk of a violent attack. Johnson's attorney stated that he believed his mother was a burglar when she tried to enter their home, and Johnson has been described as distraught and remorseful following the shooting.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Leaked audio captures Israeli hostages pleading for their lives before being mistakenly killed by IDF soldiers who mistook them for Hamas terrorists, with the audio revealing the captives' desperate cries for help and the tragic events leading to their deaths. The Israeli military had initially not recognized one of the hostages as a fallen soldier, sparking controversy, and has since issued new protocols for ground troops in response to the incident.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KSHB 41 Kansas City News
Denton Loudermill, wrongfully identified as the shooter at the Chiefs Super Bowl rally, is seeking an apology and wants to clear his name after viral social media posts falsely accused him. Despite being detained and released by the police, he was not arrested in connection with the shooting. His family and advocates are working to spread the truth of his innocence on social media and have set up a legal defense fund to clear his name.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by KCTV 5
Denton Loudermill, mistakenly linked to the mass shooting at Union Station during the Kansas City Chiefs parade, speaks out to assert his innocence after a photo of him in handcuffs circulated on social media. Kansas City Police confirmed he was not suspected in the shooting, and his attorney emphasized that he was simply a Chiefs fan who was detained for not moving out of the police officers' way fast enough. Tennessee congressman Tim Burchett wrongly identified Loudermill as a shooter and an illegal alien, but later retracted his statement, prompting calls for an apology and concerns over Loudermill receiving death threats.