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Tragic End Under Houston Bridge: 12-Year-Old Girl Murdered Following Abduction and Assault, Two Charged

HOUSTON, Texas — Two Venezuelan migrants are facing serious allegations in the brutal murder of a 12-year-old girl, Jocelyn Nungaray, whose body was discovered last month strangled and abandoned in a bayou. Authorities have confirmed that prior to her death, she also suffered sexual assault, a factor that is pivotal in determining whether the suspects will face the death penalty. Johan Jose Rangel Martinez, 21, and Franklin Pena, 26, were last seen with Nungaray under …

Third Explosion Scheduled to Complete Demolition of Old Buck O’Neil Bridge in Kansas City

Kansas City, Missouri is gearing up for another explosive event as the Missouri Department of Transportation announces plans for the third blast to bring down the remaining section of the old Buck O’Neil Bridge. Scheduled for Tuesday, June 18, the demolition blast aims to clear the final arch of the bridge that once stood as a landmark in the area. Due to safety concerns, the event will not be open to the public, with transportation …

Man Attacked with Machete Under Boston’s Longfellow Bridge by Convicted Rapist: Arrest Made After Surveillance Footage Helps Identify Suspect

Boston, Massachusetts – A convicted rapist attacked a man with a machete under the Longfellow Bridge last month and was arrested by authorities a few days later. The victim was found covered in blood with several cuts on his head along Storrow Drive on Thursday, May 23, according to the Suffolk District Attorney’s Office. The assailant was identified as Charles Selph, described as a repeat violent offender, and was apprehended in Boston four days after …

Dali Container Ship Freed After Explosives Experts Blow Up Baltimore Bridge Remnants

Baltimore, Maryland – After more than six weeks of being trapped under the remains of the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, the Dali container ship has been successfully freed. The ship was pinned in place by a section of the bridge following the collision which caused its collapse. Engineers from the U.S. Army were called in to conduct a controlled explosion to remove the remaining bridge section and release the ship. Local authorities had …

controlled explosion brings down collapsed baltimore bridge section

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND – Demolition experts expertly removed a section of a collapsed bridge in Baltimore through a carefully orchestrated controlled explosion. The demolition was necessary to clear the debris and allow for further inspection and repair work to begin. The bridge had collapsed in a dramatic and unexpected event, causing chaos and disruption in the area. The controlled explosion was conducted with precision, ensuring the safety of nearby residents and workers. The entire operation was …

Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge Span Demolished to Free Grounded Ship and Restore Port Operations

Baltimore, Maryland – Crews in Baltimore successfully detonated explosives on Monday to bring down the collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge, marking a significant step forward in the recovery efforts following the tragic incident. The controlled demolition allowed for the removal of the largest remaining span of the bridge, which had been obstructing the grounded Dali container ship since the disaster on March 26. The explosion resulted in the collapse of the steel trusses into the …

Key Bridge Response Unified Command Postpones Use of Controlled Explosives for Removal Operation in the Patapsco River

Baltimore, Md. faces a challenging task ahead as the Key Bridge Response Unified Command plans to utilize controlled explosives to remove a large section of the Francis Scott Key Bridge situated atop the M/V DALI in the Patapsco River. Originally scheduled for Sunday, the operation has been postponed due to inclement weather. This delicate process will involve precision cuts made with small charges. According to a statement from the Unified Command, the primary operational priorities …

Controlled Demolition Scheduled for Collapsed Francis Scott Key Bridge Span

Baltimore, Maryland – Crews have been diligently preparing for a controlled demolition set to take place on Sunday, aimed at dismantling the largest remaining section of the Francis Scott Key Bridge that collapsed on March 26 after being struck by a massive container ship. The devastating incident left six roadwork crew members dead, all of whom were Latino immigrants working overnight to fill potholes when tragedy struck. The ship, named Dali, lost power and collided …

Precision Cutting with Explosives: Key Bridge Wreckage Removal Strategy Unveiled

Baltimore, Maryland – Officials have announced plans to use small explosive charges to remove a large section of the wreckage of the Francis Scott Key Bridge that remains draped across the container ship Dali in the Patapsco River after the bridge collapse on March 26. A video animation released by the Unified Command shows how crews will employ precision cutting techniques to separate the large steel truss that has been stuck across the bow of …

Investigation Launched into Explosion in Old Bridge, New Jersey

Old Bridge, New Jersey – An explosion in Old Bridge is currently under investigation, raising concerns among residents in the Raritan Bay area. The incident has left authorities and locals searching for answers as they piece together what led to the explosion that startled the community. The blast is said to have caused significant damage to a residential area, with reports of shattered windows and debris scattered across the neighborhood. Fortunately, there have been no …