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A pursuit of a possibly stolen truck ended in Norwalk after the driver drove down a river embankment in an attempt to evade law enforcement. The driver had driven recklessly through Whittier, Santa Fe Springs, and Norwalk, before going off the road and down the embankment. After a brief search, an arrest was made, but officials did not release the suspect's name or details of the charges they may face.
A suspect was hospitalized after deputies opened fire near businesses in Norwalk, with the incident occurring in a parking lot behind a clothing store and a liquor store. The suspect, who has not been identified, was struck by gunfire and rushed to a local hospital, with the condition remaining unknown. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots during a nearby worship service, and the incident is currently under investigation by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Michael Haltom, a Norwalk man, has been arrested and charged with multiple federal offenses related to his alleged involvement in the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. The charges include felony offenses of civil disorder and obstruction of an official proceeding, as well as misdemeanor offenses. Haltom was allegedly captured on video footage participating in the riot, including pushing against police barricades and entering the Capitol building. This arrest is part of the ongoing investigation into the breach of the U.S. Capitol, with over 1,265 people charged in connection to the events of that day.
A mother from Norwalk, Ohio, has been arrested and charged with endangering children and involuntary manslaughter following the death of her 8-year-old son in a house fire. The mother allegedly left her two sons, aged 10 and 8, alone for a few minutes while she went to the bank, and upon her return, she found the house on fire. Police believe the fire was caused by poorly discarded smoking material, which they suspect was left by the mother. The mother was captured on police body camera video telling the officer to "just go" and "get it over with" as she was being arrested. She is due back in court in the coming weeks.
A mother from Norwalk, Ohio, has been arrested and charged with endangering children and involuntary manslaughter after her 8-year-old son died in a house fire in June. The mother allegedly left her two boys, ages 10 and 8, alone while she went to the bank, and upon returning, she found the house on fire. Police believe the fire was caused by poorly discarded smoking material, which they suspect was left by the mother. The mother was captured on police body camera video telling the officer to "just go" and "get it over with" as she was being arrested. She is currently being held on a $50,000 bond.
One man was killed and another was critically injured in a shooting near a Target parking lot in Norwalk, California. The victims, both in their early 20s, were found with gunshot wounds in a vehicle. The Target store closed early as authorities investigate the incident, and no customers or employees are believed to be involved. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau.
Actor Jason Momoa reunited with his high school girlfriend, Lindsey Aaron, in his hometown of Norwalk, Iowa, while promoting his new Meili Vodka. The couple hadn't seen each other since 1998, but reminisced about their time together and expressed hope for a sooner reunion in the future.
Actor Jason Momoa reunited with his high school girlfriend, Lindsey Aaron, in his hometown of Norwalk, Iowa, while promoting his new Meili Vodka. The couple hadn't seen each other since 1998, but reminisced about their time together and expressed hope for a sooner reunion in the future.
Actor Jason Momoa reunited with his high school girlfriend, Lindsey Aaron, in his hometown of Norwalk, Iowa, while promoting his new Meili Vodka. The couple hadn't seen each other since 1998 but reminisced about their time together and expressed hope for a sooner reunion in the future.
Two people were killed and another person critically wounded in a shooting in Norwalk, California. The victims, a man and a woman, were found with gunshot wounds near Pioneer Boulevard and Imperial Highway. The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is investigating the incident, but details about the suspect or motive are currently unknown.
A 31-year-old pregnant mother and her unborn child died after her 2-year-old son accidentally shot her in the back with a loaded semi-automatic pistol at their home in Norwalk, Ohio. The woman was doing laundry in the bedroom when the child followed her and started playing with the gun, which discharged. The investigation is ongoing, and no charges have been filed. Police urge families to lock up guns and never leave them loaded and unattended.
A 2-year-old boy accidentally shot and killed his pregnant mother with a gun that was usually kept in a locked bedroom nightstand in Norwalk, Ohio. The mother was taken to the hospital for an emergency C-section, but the 33-week unborn baby could not be saved. The police are investigating how the child was able to pull the trigger and remind the community to store guns in a locked space, keep them unloaded, and store ammunition in a separate location to prevent such tragedies.
A pregnant woman, Laura Ilg, was accidentally shot and killed by her 2-year-old son at their home in Norwalk, Ohio. The gun was left unlocked and loaded on a nearby nightstand. Laura was rushed to the hospital for an emergency C-section but doctors were unable to save the baby. Police found a loaded shotgun and rifle inside the home. No charges or arrests have been made as of Tuesday. The incident highlights the importance of gun safety and locking up firearms, especially around children.
A 20-year-old Norwalk man, Jefferson Duron, was arrested for leading street racing and takeover events that turned violent at times in Hartford, New Haven, and Tolland counties. Duron's events involved blocking roads, intersections, and parking lots, setting fires, performing burnouts, and vandalizing police cruisers. He has been charged with several offenses, including inciting to riot and reckless endangerment. The public is warned to be cautious when approaching such events as they can be extremely dangerous.
Stew Leonard Sr., the founder of Stew Leonard's stores, passed away at the age of 93 after a brief illness. Leonard started with his family's dairy business in Norwalk and eventually built a store there in 1969, which became the World's Largest Dairy Store. Since then, it has evolved into a $600 million grocery store franchise with locations in Connecticut, New York, and New Jersey. The franchise has invited anyone who wishes to leave a message for the Leonard family to do so on their website.