All articles tagged with #tragic event
A female hiker was killed by a mountain lion on Crosier Mountain trail in Colorado, marking the first fatal attack since 1999. Authorities euthanized two mountain lions in the area, and the incident has led to trail closures and increased caution about wildlife encounters.
A deadly funicular crash in Lisbon that killed 16 people is suspected to have been caused by a cable failure, with images showing a shredded cable connecting the cars, prompting an investigation into the accident's cause.
Melissa Hortman, a former Minnesota House Speaker, her husband Mark, and their dog Gilbert, were honored with a public lying in state at the Minnesota Capitol following their tragic deaths, with thousands paying respects and a private funeral scheduled. The suspect, Vance Boelter, has been charged with their murders amid a large manhunt, and the community mourns her leadership and legacy.
UNLV releases 20 hours of footage from campus security and officer body cameras, including the deadly shootout that left three professors dead and a fourth wounded. The gunman, armed with a legally purchased handgun, had a target list of names but none of the victims were on it. The released material also includes 911 call recordings and shows the quick response of campus security officers and police. The shooting occurred just a few miles from the site of the deadliest mass shooting in modern U.S. history.
Passaic County Sheriff Richard Berdnik has died from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at a restaurant in northern New Jersey, prompting a heavy police presence and an ongoing investigation. The incident took place at Toros restaurant in Clifton, and family, political, and law enforcement officials have been notified. If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline for support.
James Madison University (JMU) staged a remarkable comeback to defeat the University of Virginia (UVA) with a thrilling 36-35 victory in their first meeting in 40 years. Trailing 35-24 entering the final quarter and after a lengthy weather delay, JMU scored the game-winning touchdown with just 55 seconds remaining. JMU had a balanced attack with 228 passing yards and 167 rushing yards, while UVA excelled in the passing game with 377 yards but struggled with only 18 rushing yards. This was UVA's first home game since a tragic event last November that claimed the lives of three UVA players.