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Teenager Sentenced to 8.5 Years for Fatal Stabbing of 13-Year-Old in Violent Cannabis Dispute

Oldbury, England — A teenager has been sentenced to a minimum of eight-and-a-half years in prison after fatally stabbing a 13-year-old boy in a violent confrontation over missing cannabis. The unspecified youth was convicted of the murder of Jahziah Coke, who was discovered in a house last August with multiple stab wounds. During the incident, Jahziah suffered three stab wounds, one of which penetrated deep into his chest, nearly severing a rib. Authorities reported that …

Tragedy in Newcastle: Cannabis Explosion Claims Lives of Young Boy and Man, Sparking Urgent Calls for Drug Manufacturing Awareness

Newcastle, England — A tragic explosion during an illegal cannabis production operation claimed the lives of a young boy and an adult, casting a shadow over the local community. The incident unfolded on October 16, 2024, when flammable butane gas ignited in a flat on Violet Close in Benwell, resulting in widespread destruction. The victims were identified as seven-year-old Archie York and 35-year-old Jason Laws. Reports indicate that Archie was asleep in the flat directly …

Explosion at Maryland Cannabis Facility Injures Two, Forces Evacuations

STEVENSVILLE, Md. – Two employees were injured, one severely, in an explosion at a cannabis extraction facility in Queen Anne’s County on Wednesday afternoon, sparking a broad emergency response and an ongoing investigation into the cause. The blast occurred just before 2 p.m. at the PharmaCann facility, situated on Log Canoe Circle in Stevensville. Firefighting teams swiftly arrived at the scene, and fire suppression systems within the building helped limit the extent of the damage. …

Explosion at Cannabis Extraction Facility Injures Two Workers

Hollister, California – An explosion at a cannabis extraction facility in Hollister late Thursday afternoon resulted in injuries to two individuals and raised local concerns about safety protocols within the industry. City officials and emergency response teams were swiftly called to the scene following reports of the blast, which witnesses described as powerful enough to shake nearby buildings. The injured parties, both employees at the plant, were transported to a local hospital. Their injuries, while …

Violent Robbery at Portland Cannabis Dispensary Leaves Employee Injured, Sparks Security Concerns

PORTLAND, Oregon — A violent robbery at a cannabis dispensary in Southeast Portland has left one employee with serious injuries, sparking concerns over security in local businesses. Portland Police are investigating the incident that occurred late Tuesday night at Truly Pure Dispensary, located on Southeast Grand Avenue. According to authorities, four masked individuals forcefully entered the dispensary around 9:40 p.m., with one of them brandishing a firearm. Surveillance footage captured the intruders as they coerced …

Man Faces Manslaughter Charges Following Fatal Newcastle House Explosion Linked to Cannabis Operation

Newcastle, England – In a heart-wrenching incident in the early hours of October 16, a house explosion in the Benwell and Elswick area of Newcastle, took the lives of a seven-year-old boy and a 35-year-old man. Authorities have now charged a man in connection with the explosion, linking the tragedy to illegal drug activities. Reece Galbraith, a 33-year-old from Gateshead, has been charged with two counts of manslaughter and offences related to cannabis production and …

Three Arrested After Deadly House Explosion in Newcastle Claims Two Lives; Cannabis Production Suspected

Newcastle, United Kingdom – Police have arrested three men connected to a devastating house explosion in Newcastle that resulted in the deaths of a seven-year-old boy and a 35-year-old man. The tragic event, which shook the community of Benwell, took place in the early hours of October 16. Investigations reveal that the house on Violet Close was not only a home but also a site apparently used for the illegal cultivation of cannabis. Two of …

Cannabis Store Employee Arrested for Double Homicide After Fatal Shooting in Portland

Portland, Ore. — A significant criminal case is unfolding in Portland following the arrest of 34-year-old Jason Steiner, who turned himself in connection with a double homicide at a local cannabis dispensary earlier in the month. The tragic incident, which left two young individuals dead, occurred during an armed robbery at the La Mota dispensary in the St. John’s neighborhood. Steiner, a Gresham resident and employee of the cannabis store at the time of the …

Charges Filed in Glendale After Devastating Explosion at Cannabis Oil Facility

Glendale, OR – A recent explosion at a butane honey oil (BHO) laboratory in Glendale has led to serious charges against an Ashland man, authorities announced on Tuesday. The explosion, which occurred last week, resulted in significant damage to the facility and endangered nearby residents. Investigations led by the local police pinpointed the operation at a seemingly innocuous warehouse. However, inside, substantial quantities of marijuana were being processed illegally to extract THC, using highly flammable …

Judge Cites ‘Mind-Bending’ Cannabis in Bottle Attack: York Man Jailed After Unprovoked Assault on Stranger

York, England – A local man’s violent assault on an unsuspecting passerby has sparked significant concerns about the impact of high-potency cannabis on public safety. Luke Fletcher, a frequent cannabis user, was sentenced to prison after brutally attacking a man with a glass bottle in York. The incident occurred as the victim was walking through the Union Terrace car park near a homeless center where Fletcher had been staying. Prosecutor Kelly Clarke described how Fletcher, …