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Pizzagate Gunman Killed by Police During North Carolina Traffic Stop

Washington, D.C. — Edgar Maddison Welch, the man infamous for discharging a firearm inside a DC pizza shop in 2016 amid unfounded conspiracy allegations, was shot and killed last Saturday by police in North Carolina during a routine traffic stop. The incident occurred when officers pulled over a vehicle in which Welch was a passenger. Recognizing the car as belonging to Welch and aware of his outstanding felony probation warrant, law enforcement attempted to apprehend …

Pizzagate Perpetrator Killed in North Carolina Police Shooting During Traffic Stop

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — A North Carolina traffic stop turned fatal over the weekend when Edgar Maddison Welch, previously convicted for actions inspired by the false “Pizzagate” conspiracy theory, was killed by police after allegedly drawing a handgun. Officers had recognized the vehicle Welch was in as belonging to an individual with an outstanding felony warrant, leading to an approach that escalated to gunfire. On Saturday night, Kannapolis police officers pulled over a car recognizing it …

“Pizzagate” Conspiracy Gunman Fatally Shot During Police Traffic Stop, Ending Turbulent Chapter

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — Edgar Maddison Welch, the man infamously known for the 2016 “Pizzagate” shooting inside a Washington D.C. pizzeria, was shot and killed during a traffic stop in Kannapolis, police reported. The incident occurred on a Saturday evening when officers identified a gray 2001 GMC Yukon and recognized Welch, 36, as a passenger with an outstanding felony probation warrant. During the attempt to arrest him, Welch pulled a handgun from his jacket and aimed …

Urgent Plea from Cullman Officials: Community Action Needed to Prevent Traffic Fatalities Amid Recent Surge

Cullman, Ala. — Local authorities are raising alarms over a recent spate of traffic fatalities that have shaken the Cullman County community. In two weeks alone, four individuals lost their lives on the roads, propelling officials to call for increased vigilance and adherence to traffic laws during the holiday season. District Attorney Champ Crocker, alongside Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry, Police Chief Joey Duncan, and Alabama Law Enforcement Agency troopers, articulated their growing concern about …

Cullman County Officials Urge Caution on Roads Amid Spike in Traffic Fatalities, Highlight Measures to Enhance Holiday Safety

CULLMAN, Ala. — Local authorities in Cullman County are intensifying their efforts to improve road safety following a series of fatal traffic-related incidents that took place within a short span from late November to early December. A recent news conference saw key figures such as District Attorney Champ Crocker, Sheriff Matt Gentry, and Police Chief Joey Duncan, along with Alabama Law Enforcement Agency troopers, addressing the urgent need for vigilance on the roads. The recent …

Man Sentenced to 60 Years for Fatal Shooting of Young Oceanside Teacher During Traffic Altercation

Oceanside, Calif. — A significant chapter closed in a tragic Oceanside case as 27-year-old Vicente Huerta received a 60-year to life sentence on Thursday for the fatal shooting of a young teacher, a crime that shook the local community. The sentence, determined at Vista Superior Court, will concurrently run alongside an 89-year to life sentence he previously received for related charges. This latest development follows the distress caused by the events on June 4, 2022, …

Fatal Collision on River Road: Two Dead, One Injured as Vehicle Engulfment Leads to Major Traffic Disruptions in Venice, FL

VENICE, Fla. — A devastating two-vehicle collision in Sarasota County early Tuesday morning resulted in multiple fatalities and significant disruptions, local authorities reported. The incident, which occurred on River Road in Venice, prompted an extensive road closure and an ongoing investigation by the Florida Highway Patrol. According to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office, the crash happened when a southbound vehicle on SR-777, just south of West Villages Parkway, veered across the median and collided with …

Unexpected Outage: Popular Web Service Faces Downtime Amid Surging Traffic

Washington, D.C. — A significant server error disrupted access to numerous websites and online services earlier today, prompting concerns over internet stability and cybersecurity. The outage was reportedly caused by a rise in digital traffic which overwhelmed the server capabilities. According to tech analysts, such incidents highlight potential vulnerabilities in digital infrastructures that support a wide array of critical services from e-commerce to real-time communications. Experts emphasize that the reliance on centralized systems makes them …

Tragic Day on Jordanian Roads: Multiple Fatal Accidents Across Amman and Zarqa Prompt Traffic Safety Alerts

Amman, Jordan – A series of road accidents across Jordan on Thursday resulted in several fatalities and multiple injuries, prompting calls from traffic authorities for stricter adherence to road safety regulations. The incidents highlighted ongoing concerns over traffic safety in the nation. In a particularly severe accident near Abu Alanda Bridge in Amman, a collision involving four vehicles claimed two lives and injured three others. The chaos unfolded on the route toward the Customs Roundabout, …

Charges to Be Announced in Fatal Shooting of Young Chicago Officer During Traffic Stop

Chicago, IL – Authorities are set to announce formal charges related to the fatal shooting of a local police officer, an incident that has sparked widespread community reaction. Officer Enrique Martinez, 26, was slain during a routine traffic stop in East Chatham, a neighborhood on Chicago’s South Side, shortly after 8 p.m. on a recent Monday. Martinez, who had served almost three years with the Chicago Police Department, lost his life in a violent encounter …