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Pizzagate Incident Escalates: Convicted Shooter Dies in Recent Police Confrontation

Salisbury, North Carolina — A man who had been previously convicted for a high-profile shooting incident in Washington D.C., linked to the conspiracy theory known as ‘Pizzagate,’ was fatally shot by police authorities during an altercation late Wednesday evening. The deceased, 35-year-old Edgar Maddison Welch, had notably entered a D.C. pizzeria in December 2016 armed with an assault rifle, firing multiple shots motivated by false claims alleging the restaurant harbored a child trafficking ring possibly …

Tragic Verdict: Father Convicted in Horrific Facetime Murder of 2-Year-Old Daughter

Houston, Texas – In a tragic incident that has sent ripples through a community, a Texas man has been found guilty of murdering his young daughter during a FaceTime call with the child’s mother and grandfather. The case, which was resolved late Thursday evening, has drawn national attention due to its particularly disturbing circumstances and the technological element of the crime. The victim, a 2-year-old girl known for her bright smile, was at her home …

2024’s Most Notorious: Unveiling the Faces of Kent’s Convicted Murderers and Violent Offenders

Kent, United Kingdom — In a landmark series of court cases throughout 2024, Kent has witnessed decisive action against serious crimes, leading to the imprisonment of several individuals connected to murders and violent offenses. This reflects a broader commitment by local law enforcement agencies to tackle violent crime head-on, ensuring the community’s safety and upholding the rule of law. This year’s prosecutorial efforts in Kent underscore a significant endeavor to curb the escalating issues rooted …

Two Convicted in Gracemount Supermarket Assault; Victim Left with Life-Changing Injuries

EDINBURGH, Scotland — In a verdict that addresses a brutal assault outside a local supermarket, two men have faced justice for their involvement in the November 2021 attack that left a 32-year-old man with severe injuries. George Baigrie, 42, and Kevin Richardson, 24, were convicted of serious offenses linked to the incident after a trial at the High Court in Edinburgh. On an evening nearly two years ago, the victim was attacked near a supermarket …

Man Convicted After Hate-Fueled Rampage Outside LGBTQ+ Event at 9:30 Club

Washington, D.C. — A Superior Court jury has found a man guilty on multiple counts after a violent incident outside a popular nightclub, where he targeted individuals based on their LGBTQ+ status. The conviction, which was delivered following a trial presided over by Judge Jennifer Di Toro, pertains to actions taken by the accused at the 9:30 Club on U Street NW, an iconic music venue in the nation’s capital. The attack occurred on August …

Elderly Man Convicted of 1978 Murder at Lafayette Reservoir Dies in Prison

VACAVILLE, Calif. — Darryl T. Kemp, an 88-year-old man once sentenced to death for a high-profile murder from the 1970s, passed away due to natural causes this past weekend, state officials reported. Kemp, who had been incarcerated at the California Medical Facility, was pronounced dead at 9:45 p.m. Saturday, according to the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation. Kemp was found guilty in 2009 for the murder of Armida Wiltsey, a crime that occurred on …

Jury Recommends Death Penalty for Texas Man Convicted of Gruesome Triple Murder and Dismemberment

FORT WORTH, Texas — In a shocking culmination of a grisly case that has captivated the north Texas community, a jury on Wednesday handed down a death sentence to Jason Thornburg. Thornburg had been convicted last month of capital murder after chilling testimony revealed his role in the killings and dismemberment of three individuals whose burning bodies were discovered in a local dumpster in September 2021. The decision came after over two weeks of intense …

Probation Violation and New Charges for DeLand Man Previously Convicted in 2009 Fatal Shooting

DeLand, Fla. — A local man previously incarcerated for a homicide related to a drug transaction was apprehended again following a series of incidents, authorities reported. Timothy Woulard, Jr., 37, is facing multiple charges after allegedly trying to flee the scene of a vehicle collision on Sunday. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office detailed that their intervention began in response to a hit-and-run accident reported on the evening of November 30. While officers were addressing this …

Journalist Targeted in $100K Murder Contract by Convicted Hitman Over Crime Reporting in Quebec

Montreal, Canada — A chilling plot to assassinate Daniel Renaud, a seasoned journalist renowned for his crime reporting, has surfaced, revealing the perils faced by those who delve into the depths of organized crime. According to La Presse, the Montreal-based news outlet for which Renaud writes, a contract worth $100,000 was put on his life in 2021 by Frederick Silva, a convicted hitman deeply entrenched in the criminal underworld. The alarming scheme came to light …

Bradenton Man Convicted in Chilling Red Light Execution of Father-in-Law

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — A local man was convicted of first-degree murder after fatally shooting his father-in-law at a traffic stop, court records in Manatee County reveal. Ruben Pioquinto, who could face life in prison, was found guilty also of aggravated assault following the January 2022 incident, which involved threatening his teenage brother-in-law under duress to aid in disposing of the body. The confrontation took a deadly turn when Pioquinto, while stopped at a red …