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Family of Slain Hairdresser Launches Hollie Guard Safety App to Combat Domestic Violence

GLOUCESTER, England – The family of a young hairdresser who was tragically killed by her ex-boyfriend has developed a safety app in her honor. Hollie Guard, launched by Hollie Gazzard’s family, can automatically record video and audio, as well as alert police during a violent incident, as reported by The Mirror. Hollie Gazzard, just 20 years old, was fatally stabbed by Asher Maslin in 2014, sparking her family – her parents Nick and Amanda, and …

Family Tragedy in Goa: Father Performs Final Rites for Slain Son

GOA, India – In a heartbreaking turn of events, Suchana Seth’s husband was seen performing the final rites for their murdered son in Goa, India. The couple was left devastated after the tragic loss of their child, and the community gathered to offer support during this difficult time. The incident has shocked the local community, shedding light on the urgent need for increased security and safety measures in the area. Authorities have launched an investigation …

Mother of Slain Florida Woman Pleads for Help in Finding Daughter’s Killer

DESOTO COUNTY, Fla. — The mother of Olivia Maldonado, who was tragically killed at a flea market in DeSoto County, spoke to NBC2 about the ongoing search for her daughter’s killer. Maldonado’s ex-boyfriend is the prime suspect, accused of ambushing her as she exited her SUV. Juanita De La Torre, the mother of Maldonado, described her daughter as a hardworking and kindhearted mother. According to De La Torre, the former couple had only been dating …

Father of Slain Forest Park Victim Shares Heartbreaking Story of Loss and Grief

FOREST PARK, Ga. – The father of Brandon Harris, a 43-year-old entrepreneur and father of four who was tragically killed in Forest Park, spoke out about the devastating loss. Phillip Givens, Brandon’s father, described him as an exceptional person who was dedicated to helping others in the community. Harris was shot and killed while helping a woman with her taxes in Forest Park. The shooter, identified as the woman’s ex-boyfriend, went on to harm two …

Tragedy Strikes Iowa School as Sixth-Grader Slain in Heart-Wrenching Shooting Incident

PERRY, Iowa (AP) – A truly heartbreaking tragedy unfolded at Perry High School in rural Iowa last Thursday. The first day back from winter break turned into a nightmare when a sixth-grade student, 11-year-old Ahmir Jolliff, was slain in a mass shooting that also injured seven others. The shooting rampage took place at the combined high school and middle school complex, located 40 miles northwest of Des Moines. The suspect, 17-year-old student Dylan Butler, shot …

Family of Slain Austin Woman Demands Justice for Young Victim and Closure

AUSTIN, Texas — The discovery of Nicole Coleman’s body in a patch of woods in East Austin five years ago left her family and community devastated. Described as a bright 4.0 college student with a tender-hearted spirit, Nicole’s struggle with mental health took a toll on her well-being. Her family vividly remembers the episodes of paranoia and fear that she experienced, living in her own reality. In November 2018, Nicole moved from Houston to Austin …

Dozens Killed in Terror Attack Near Slain Iranian Commander’s Burial Site

KERMAN, Iran — Dozens of people were killed in Kerman, Iran on Wednesday after twin blasts near the burial site of Qasem Soleimani, a slain military commander, in what officials referred to as a terror attack, according to state TV. The explosions occurred on the fourth anniversary of Soleimani’s death in a US airstrike and have the potential to escalate tensions in the region, particularly since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza. According …

Burglars Invade Home of Slain UNLV Professor, Inflicting More Misery on Grieving Community

Las Vegas, Nevada- The victims of a tragic mass shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas faced additional heartache as burglars invaded the home of one of the slain professors, Naoko Takemaru. The 69-year-old woman was one of three professors killed in the shooting on December 6. According to reports, three individuals burglarized Takemaru’s Las Vegas residence on December 26. The burglars were aware that she lived alone and that no one would be …