Two Dead and Three Injured in Long Beach Hit-and-Run Crash
A hit-and-run crash in Long Beach resulted in two deaths and three injuries, with the suspect fleeing the scene after crashing into two cars at an intersection; the investigation is ongoing.
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Honduran Woman Runs Red Light, Crashes into Border Patrol Vehicle in Slidell
A Honduran woman illegally in the U.S. ran a red light in Slidell, struck a government vehicle involved in immigration enforcement, and was taken into custody for traffic violations and immigration status, with no injuries reported.
Customs Officer Fires Gun During Road Rage Near JFK Airport
A Customs and Border Protection officer at JFK airport fired his gun multiple times during a freeway altercation following a minor traffic crash, with the other driver fleeing the scene; no injuries or arrests have been reported, and the incident is under investigation.
Woman charged with homicide after crash kills two Marquette lacrosse players
A woman in Wisconsin was charged with vehicular homicide after a crash that killed two Marquette University lacrosse players. She was found to be intoxicated, with a blood alcohol content of 0.133, and had a history of DUI convictions. The crash occurred when she attempted to turn left in front of a vehicle carrying the players, resulting in their deaths.
Ex-UFC Fighter Diego Sanchez Arrested on Gun Charges in Albuquerque
Former UFC star Diego Sanchez was detained in Albuquerque after firing a gun from a vehicle near a traffic crash, leading to charges of shooting from a motor vehicle and negligent firearm use.
Tragic Events Unfold in Woodland Hills and on 405 Freeway
A Los Angeles woman, suspected of committing a murder, drove off with her daughters and left them to die on the freeway after they fell out of her moving vehicle. The suspect, Danielle Cherakiyah Johnson, fled after the murder and was involved in a traffic crash in Redondo Beach, where she succumbed to her injuries. Her infant daughter died, and her older daughter was hospitalized. Johnson's husband was found dead at an apartment complex in Woodland Hills, and authorities are conducting a homicide investigation.
Tragic Crash: School Bus and Semi Collision Claims Five Lives
A school bus and a commercial vehicle collided on U.S. Route 24, resulting in the deaths of two adults, the bus driver, the truck driver, and three students. The cause of the crash is still under investigation by the Illinois State Police, and the bodies are being taken to Springfield Memorial Hospital. The students were from Schuyler-Industry Schools, and the school community is mourning the loss of staff and students.
Tragic Collision: 9 Killed in Wisconsin Semi-Van Crash
Nine people were killed in a traffic crash involving a semitruck and a van at a western Wisconsin highway intersection. The van, carrying eight people, collided with the semitrailer, resulting in the deaths of all van occupants and the semitruck driver. One van passenger was injured and taken to a nearby hospital. The crash is under investigation, and the names of the victims will be released after their families are notified. Highway 95 was closed for hours, and the area of the crash is about 50 miles southeast of Eau Claire.
"Two Men Charged in Connection to Fatal I-459 Hoover Crash"
Two Mississippi men have been charged with reckless murder and attempting to elude after a 19-year-old was killed in a traffic crash on I-459 in Hoover. The victim, Tamarion Burton, was traveling with the suspects in a group of three vehicles on their way to Mississippi from Atlanta when the crash occurred. The suspects fled the scene, leading to a police pursuit that resulted in their arrest. The investigation is ongoing, and additional charges are expected.
Georgia State Patrol Trooper Killed in Line of Duty in Savannah Crash
A Georgia State Patrol trooper was killed in a traffic crash, becoming the fifth officer to die in the line of duty across the country in 2024. Governor Brian Kemp expressed condolences, marking the third Georgia law enforcement officer to die in the line of duty since late December. This tragic incident adds to the history of law enforcement deaths in Georgia, with previous incidents including a trooper cadet's death during training in 2022 and the shooting death of a state patrol trooper in 2010.
"Driver Pleads Guilty to Negligent Homicide in Deadly Amish Buggy Crash"
The Fillmore County Sheriff’s Office has concluded its investigation into the deadly traffic crash that killed two young Amish children last fall, and the case is now being reviewed by the Fillmore County Attorney’s Office to determine if criminal charges will be filed. The crash occurred when an SUV rear-ended the horse-drawn buggy carrying the children to school, and court documents revealed that the driver's identity was initially misreported. The parents of the children have stated that they are not seeking justice through the criminal system but would appreciate an apology from the individuals involved.
Actor Alan Ruck Faces Lawsuits Over Hollywood Car Crashes Resulting in Injuries
Actor Alan Ruck is being sued after his Rivian R1T electric pickup crashed into multiple vehicles and a pizza shop, resulting in brain injuries to the driver of a Hyundai Elantra. Ruck claims he doesn't know what caused the truck to accelerate, while Rivian insists the vehicle was functioning properly. Ruck's insurer, State Farm, refuses to accept responsibility for the crash, prompting a lawsuit to determine liability. The injured driver suffered a subdural hematoma brain bleed and is experiencing memory issues and dizziness.
Multiple Traffic Accidents Cause Road Closures in Colorado Springs
A major road in Colorado Springs has reopened after a suspected DUI driver crashed into traffic lights at the intersection of Powers and Palmer Park. The driver was taken to the hospital, and the extent of their injuries is unknown. The intersection was closed in all four directions while the traffic lights were repaired.
Fatal Crash Claims Three Lives in Franklin County
Three people have died and two others have been injured in a single-vehicle crash in Benton, Illinois. The crash is currently under investigation by the Franklin County Sheriff's Office with assistance from the Illinois State Police Crash Reconstruction Unit. The community is rallying together, with the mayors of Benton and West Frankfort offering condolences and support, and the Immanuel Baptist Church opening its doors for prayer. A candlelight vigil is scheduled for Sunday evening.
Alabama Doctor Charged in Crash That Killed Daughter; Arrest Warrants Issued for Mountain Brook Mother
An Alabama doctor, Sarah Kathleen Cumbest Mullican, has been charged with reckless manslaughter and felony attempting to elude in connection to a traffic crash that killed her 10-year-old daughter. The incident occurred when Mullican was fleeing from police in a speeding SUV. After the crash, Mullican and her two daughters were taken to the hospital, where Annabelle Mullican later died. Warrants have been issued for Mullican's arrest, but she is not yet in custody.