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Tragedy Strikes Iowa School: 6th Grader Among Victims in Fatal Shooting Incident

Perry, Iowa – A tragic shooting at Perry High School on January 4, 2024, resulted in the death of 11-year-old sixth-grader Ahmir Jolliff. The shooter, identified as student Dylan Butler, also took his own life after the incident. The school’s principal, Dan Marburger, was among those injured in the shooting. According to the Iowa Department of Public Safety, Ahmir Jolliff died from multiple gunshot wounds, and his death has been ruled a homicide. Described as …

Gunman on the loose after fatal shooting at West Side laundromat

CHICAGO, IL – A fatal shooting occurred at a laundromat on the West Side of Chicago on Saturday evening, according to police. The incident took place in the 4800 block of West Chicago Avenue in the Austin neighborhood just after 9 p.m. Authorities reported that a man entered the laundromat and approached another man before shooting him multiple times and fleeing the scene on foot. The victim, identified as 57-year-old Terry Smith, was transported to …

Thick ‘Superfog’ Engulfs Louisiana, Resulting in Fatal Pileups and Interstate Closures

Metairie, Louisiana – The state experienced a rare weather phenomenon called “superfog” caused by a combination of smoke from marsh fires and dense fog, resulting in over two dozen traffic accidents and multiple fatalities. The incident occurred on Monday, leading to the closure of parts of Interstates 55 and 10, as well as the Lake Pontchartrain Causeway, and causing severe traffic congestion and delays in the area. The “superfog” phenomenon occurs when smoke from wetland …

Suspect at Large After Fatal Shooting in Harnett County

LILLINGTON, N.C. – The Harnett County Sheriff’s Office reported that a man was shot and killed, and the suspect is currently on the run. The incident took place in the rural area of N. C, where the victim was found dead at the scene. Law enforcement is actively seeking the suspect and is urging anyone with information to come forward. Authorities have not released the victim’s identity, and it is currently unknown what led to …

Fatal Shooting in Highlands Ranch Leaves One Dead, Suspect in Custody – Douglas County Sheriff’s Office

Highlands Ranch, CO – One person was killed in a shooting incident in Highlands Ranch on Sunday morning. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office reported that the shooting took place in the 800 block of Elmhurst Drive at around 10:24 a.m. A suspect was arrested shortly after deputies arrived at the scene in response to a call about shots being fired, possibly linked to a family disturbance. The identity of the suspect has not been released, …

Suspect Wanted in Connection to Fatal Shooting of Woman in Covington: Mario Duran Payne Named by Officials

COVINGTON, Ky. – A suspect has been named in connection to the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old woman in Covington. Mario Duran Payne, 38, is wanted for murder and possession of a handgun by convicted felon in connection to the shooting death of Kierra Lane. According to the Kenton County Attorney’s office, Payne drives a white Toyota Corolla with Kentucky plates, 7484JW. Authorities are urging anyone with information about Payne to call Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky …

Police Search for Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Woman in Covington

COVINGTON, Ky. — A suspect has been named in connection to the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old woman in Covington on Saturday. Mario Duran Payne, 38, is wanted for murder and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon in connection to the shooting death of Kierra Lane. Following the incident, the Kenton County Attorney’s office released information identifying Payne as the suspect. It was stated on the Attorney’s Office Facebook page that Payne drives …

Fatal Shooting at Westside Jacksonville Home Under Investigation

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A fatal shooting occurred at a residence on the Westside on Saturday night, as reported by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. The victim, a man in his 40s, was found inside the home and later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. The incident took place at 8600 Ivymill Court around 11:35 p.m., and the area is currently cordoned off for investigation. According to the authorities, the investigation is ongoing and no information …

Fatal Crash After Kansas City Police Chase Claims Lives of 60-Year-Old Driver and Robbery Suspect

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – A 60-year-old driver and a robbery suspect lost their lives in a tragic crash following a police chase in Kansas City, Missouri. The pursuit came to a deadly end when the suspect’s vehicle collided with an innocent bystander’s car, resulting in both the suspect and the innocent driver being killed. The incident began when the Kansas City police were in pursuit of a robbery suspect. The chase led to a high-speed …

Horrific Fatal Stabbing at Philadelphia Macy’s Store Shocks Holiday Shoppers: Suspect Arrested and Facing Multiple Charges

In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, holiday shoppers bore witness to a tragic crime as two security guards were attacked while trying to thwart a shoplifting attempt at a Macy’s store in Center City. Eric Harrison, 27, was fatally stabbed in the neck, and another security guard sustained stab wounds to the face and arm. The suspect, 30-year-old Tyrone Tunnell, has been arrested and faces multiple charges including murder, attempted murder, and aggravated assault. The incident has raised …