A Westminster police officer was dragged by suspects in a vehicle during a traffic stop, leading to a pursuit and the arrest of twin suspects Nicholas and Richard Rodriguez, both with multiple warrants; the officer sustained minor injuries and is expected to recover.
Police in Westminster, Colorado, are searching for a woman suspected of kidnapping another woman at gunpoint and leading police on a vehicle chase before abandoning her car; the kidnapped woman was found safe, and the incident appears to be an isolated event involving individuals who know each other.
The UK Parliament has approved a bill to legalize assisted dying in England and Wales, marking a significant social shift comparable to historic reforms, with the law likely to be enacted by the end of the decade after passing through the House of Lords. Public support is high, and the change reflects broader liberal trends, though debates over the terminology and the role of the unelected Lords continue.
An animal cemetery discovered in Westminster, London, 30 years ago was found to contain exotic horses used in jousting tournaments during the medieval and Tudor period. Researchers from the University of Exeter analyzed the chemical composition of the horse burials, revealing that the horses were imported from Scandinavia, the Alps, and other northern and eastern European locations. The findings provide unprecedented evidence of horse movement and trading practices in medieval London, shedding light on the elite's efforts to acquire the best quality horses for jousting contests held in Westminster.
A 32-year-old woman in Westminster, California, was arrested for allegedly killing her 9-year-old daughter. Police officers found the child dead with signs of trauma after conducting a welfare check at their home. The woman, identified as Khadiyjah Pendergraph, was apprehended at a shopping center in Aliso Viejo and booked on suspicion of murder. The Westminster Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
Police in Westminster, California are investigating the murder of a 9-year-old girl who was found dead in her home with signs of trauma. The girl's mother, Khadiyjah Pendergraph, has been identified as a person of interest and has been taken into custody on murder charges. The case is believed to be an isolated incident, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
An Adams County Sheriff's Office deputy was shot by a suspect during a pursuit in Westminster, Colorado. The incident began with a traffic stop, and the suspect allegedly shot the deputy at West 74th Avenue and Federal Boulevard before fleeing on foot. The deputy, who was wearing a protective vest, was treated at a local hospital and has been released. The suspect was later taken into custody, and roads have since reopened.
Dozens of people were trapped in their cars on a busy Westminster road in Maryland after a powerful storm knocked down over 30 utility poles, causing fallen powerlines to block their exit. Maryland State Police are working to remove the trapped individuals, while BGE is de-energizing the powerlines. Route 140 will be closed and without power for an extended period of time, affecting morning traffic. The storm brought heavy rain, damaging wind gusts, and a possible tornado warning, causing damage to homes and businesses. No serious injuries have been reported.