James Gardener, Author at Ballot News

Islamist Mobs Attack Another Church in Pakistan, Help The Persecuted Provides Emergency Support

Islamabad, Pakistan – Amid ongoing attacks on churches in Pakistan, a recent incident in the Punjab province has reignited concerns over the safety and security of religious minorities in the country. Last summer, violent mobs targeted churches in the region, and the most recent attack involved Islamist mobs pouring caustic chemicals on a church and setting it ablaze, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Help The Persecuted, a Christian ministry organization, swiftly responded to the …

Mother Allegedly Commits Murder-Suicide, Killing 3-Year-Old Son in Texas Tragedy

San Antonio, Texas – A tragic incident unfolded in San Antonio, Texas, where authorities uncovered the heartbreaking details of a suspected murder-suicide involving a mother and her 3-year-old son. The bodies of Savannah Kriger, 32, and her son Kaiden Kriger were found lifeless in a drainage ditch near Tom Slick Park on March 19, following an Amber Alert issued for the young boy. According to Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar, the medical examiner’s office determined …

Good samaritan fatally shot at Houston McDonald’s in act of bravery

Houston, Texas – A tragic incident unfolded over the weekend at a McDonald’s in West Houston, where a Good Samaritan lost his life. The victim, identified as Houston attorney Jeffrey Limmer, was fatally shot at the McDonald’s off of I-10 near Chimney Rock. According to detectives, Limmer, 46, was known for standing up for what was right. Witnesses stated that he intervened in a situation involving an irate customer at the fast-food restaurant, ultimately leading …

Teen in Deradicalization Program Shot Dead by Police After Stabbing Incident

Perth, Australia – Australian police reported that a 16-year-old boy, who was shot and killed by law enforcement after stabbing a man in Perth, had been involved in a deradicalization program following his detonation of an explosive device in a school two years ago. The teenager, who had previously detonated a homemade explosive device at his school, injured a man with a kitchen knife before being fatally shot by police. According to police reports, the …

Serial Abuser Leroy Wilton Spared Deportation from Australia in Landmark Ruling

Orange, New South Wales – Leroy Wilton, a New Zealand citizen with a troubled history in Australia, recently faced deportation after a series of violent crimes, including brutal attacks on women. Immigration authorities canceled Wilton’s visa in March 2023, following an incident where he assaulted his partner, known as Ms. D, in Orange, New South Wales. During the attack, Wilton accused Ms. D of infidelity, leading to a violent confrontation where he lifted her off …

Family of Woman Killed in DeKalb County Calls for Arrest of Shooter

DeKalb County, Georgia – The family of a woman tragically killed in DeKalb County last week is calling for the arrest of the shooter. The victim, a 35-year-old woman, was shot and killed by someone she knew, sparking a desire for justice from her grieving family. According to Norell Combs, the cousin of the victim Jalisa Abney, Abney was a hardworking entrepreneur who had served in the Army and owned two businesses. On the day …

Grieving family demands justice for woman slain in tragic shooting

Atlanta, Georgia – The family of a woman tragically killed in a shooting is demanding justice as they call for the arrest of the shooter. The incident has left the community in shock and mourning, with many seeking answers and accountability for this senseless act of violence. The victim, whose identity has not been released pending notification of family, was fatally shot in what authorities believe to be a targeted attack. The family describes her …

Merchant Vessel Near Yemen Reports Two Explosions, Crew Safe – UK Agency

A vessel traveling through the Gulf of Aden off the coast of Yemen recently experienced two close-range explosions, according to a statement by the UK Maritime Trade Operations. The vessel and its crew are all reported to be safe, although authorities are currently investigating the incident. Details regarding the ship and the nature of the attack have not been disclosed by the UK Maritime Trade Operations, which is operated by the Royal Navy of Britain. …

Protests Erupt at UCLA as Police Arrest Dozens in Campus Parking Garage Dispute

Los Angeles, California – Tension at the University of California, Los Angeles, escalated over the weekend and into Monday as protests continued following the arrest of multiple people who gathered at a campus parking garage. The unrest stemmed from a previous attack on a pro-Palestine encampment on campus, leading to ongoing investigations. Despite the arrests and dismantling of the encampment by police in riot gear on Thursday, pro-Palestine protests persisted on Monday at UCLA. Local …

Local Man Tragically Killed in Fatal Stabbing Incident in South Bend

Three Rivers, Michigan – A tragic incident unfolded in Three Rivers, Michigan, where a man lost his life in a stabbing. The victim, a resident of Three Rivers, succumbed to his injuries following the violent encounter. Law enforcement officials are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the stabbing, seeking to bring justice to the victim and his family. The identity of the victim has not been disclosed at this time, as authorities work diligently to notify …