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Venezuela Provokes U.S. Navy with Military Flights Amid Caribbean Tensions

Originally Published 4 months ago — by Business Insider

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Two Venezuelan F-16 fighter jets flew near a US Navy destroyer in international waters, an act described as highly provocative by the Pentagon amid escalating tensions between the US and Venezuela, which includes recent US military deployments and a strike on a Venezuelan drug vessel.

Harrisburg Standoff Ends in Fatal Shootout with Murder Suspect

Originally Published 1 year ago — by PennLive

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Harrisburg police engaged in a standoff with Santiago Gutierrez, a suspect in a recent homicide, after he crashed his truck while attempting to flee a traffic stop. The incident, which involved gunfire, led to the closure of Cameron Street. Gutierrez, charged with the murder of Jhonny Torres, allegedly pointed a gun at officers, prompting a tactical response. The standoff ended with Gutierrez's death, though it's unclear if anyone else was injured.

7-Year-Old's Heartbreaking Plea to Father During Police Standoff

Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post

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A 7-year-old Ohio girl, Oaklynn Alexander, was rescued after being kidnapped by her non-custodial father, Charles Ryan Alexander, who threatened to kill her and himself during a police standoff. Chilling 911 audio captured Oaklynn pleading with her father not to harm her, saying, "I don't want to go to heaven today." The standoff ended when police shot and killed Charles Alexander, and Oaklynn was safely returned to her family. A GoFundMe has been set up to support Oaklynn's care and mental health needs.

Corcoran Standoff Ends with Suspect in Custody After 15 Hours

Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News

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A 15-hour standoff in Corcoran, Minnesota, ended early Thursday morning when the suspect, who had taken a hostage, shot themselves and surrendered. The hostage was released after several hours of negotiation. The suspect is being treated for a self-inflicted gunshot wound, and the Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is assisting with the investigation.

15-Hour Corcoran Standoff Ends with Suspect in Custody

Originally Published 1 year ago — by FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul

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A 15-hour standoff in Corcoran, Minnesota, ended early Thursday morning with the suspect in custody after a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The incident began Wednesday afternoon when police responded to a call and found a hostage situation. The hostage was released after several hours of negotiations, and the suspect was later taken to a hospital. Further details about the individuals involved were not disclosed.

San Fernando Gunman Arrested After Injuring 5, Firing at LAPD Helicopter

Originally Published 1 year ago — by KTLA Los Angeles

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A 61-year-old man, Martin Rodriguez, was arrested after a shooting spree in San Fernando Valley that injured five people. Rodriguez barricaded himself in his residence and fired at a police helicopter during a standoff before being taken into custody. He faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, with bail set at nearly $10 million. The condition of the victims is currently unknown, and the investigation is ongoing.

Suspect Dead After Hours-Long Standoff Shuts Down 91 Freeway in Anaheim

Originally Published 1 year ago — by KABC-TV

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Efrain Quezada, a 40-year-old from La Puente, was identified as the suspect in an hourslong standoff that shut down the 91 Freeway in Anaheim. Quezada led police on a chase from Corona to Anaheim, stopping his car and causing a complete freeway closure. He died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound after being wanted for stalking, criminal threats, and violating a restraining order for domestic violence.