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Bicycle Theft Attempt Turns Fatal in Hood River; Three Charged with Murder

HOOD RIVER, Ore. — An Oregon community is reeling following the tragic death of a man allegedly murdered as he attempted to stop a group from stealing his bicycle last week. The incident has led to murder charges against three individuals, according to local law enforcement authorities. Hood River County District Attorney Matt Ellis announced that a grand jury has indicted Johnathan Matthews, 31, William Hardy Jr., 36, and Elizabeth Bowman, 41. The charges include …

Coroner Urges Police Reform on Spit Hood Use Following Detainee’s Custody Death

Auckland, New Zealand — A recent coroner’s report has raised serious concerns about police procedures following the in-custody death of a man suffering from mental health and substance abuse issues. The man, identified as Ngata, died after being detained by police under distressing circumstances that included the use of a spit hood and restraints. Ngata’s death, which occurred shortly after his arrest in July 2018, prompted an inquest that concluded with recommendations for significant changes …