Year Archives

Teenager Stabbed to Death in Primrose Hill During London’s New Year Fireworks Celebration

London, UK – A tragic incident marred the New Year’s Eve celebrations in London as thousands of revelers witnessed the horrific killing of a 16-year-old schoolboy who was stabbed to death just minutes before the city’s fireworks extravaganza. The teenager was fatally stabbed at the top of Primrose Hill, an exclusive London suburb, where huge crowds had gathered to watch the fireworks display. Police officers had to wade through the massive crowds to reach the …

Rampage: Springfield’s Most Violent Year in Recent History with 31 Homicides Recorded On Springfield Streets

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. – The city experienced its most violent year in recent history, with a record-breaking number of homicides in 2023. The year began with the tragic shooting of 37-year-old Justino Bigio at an apartment on Allen Street on New Year’s Day. The violence continued, and by December 4, the city had already recorded 31 homicides. The surge in violence left city officials and investigators puzzled, with frustration mounting as they struggled to understand the …

Knife Attack at Orchard Central Marks Grim Start to New Year in Singapore

SINGAPORE – A bloody start to the New Year unfolded at Orchard Central, a popular shopping mall in Singapore, as a violent knife attack left five individuals with severe wounds in the early hours of January 1, 2024. The incident took place on the 11th floor, where a dance club, steakhouse, and restaurant are located. The swift response by the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) showcased their readiness to handle emergency situations, as they promptly …

Los Angeles: 3 Killed and Multiple Wounded in New Year Shootings

LOS ANGELES – Three people were killed and several others were wounded in separate shootings in Los Angeles on New Year’s Day. The incidents occurred in different locations, resulting in a tragic start to the new year for the city. Law enforcement officials reported that the shootings took place in various neighborhoods within Los Angeles, and the victims were taken to local hospitals for treatment. Details surrounding the shootings, including possible suspects or motives, have …

Criminal Damage and Arson Offences: 90% Unsolved in Past Year, Labour Vows to Increase Neighbourhood Officers

London, UK (AP) — Of the more than half a million criminal damage and arson cases reported in the last year, over 90 percent went unsolved, according to new figures released by the Home Office. The data revealed that 62 percent of these cases did not make it to court, with law enforcement struggling to identify suspects in 51,000 instances and with 102,000 cases being closed due to lack of victim support. This revelation has …

Plambeck Animal Cruelty Case Set for Trial This Year: Sherrard Woman Faces 12 Charges

SHERRARD, Ill. – A Sherrard woman is set to appear in Mercer County Circuit Court for a final pre-trial conference on Tuesday for multiple animal cruelty charges. 60-year-old Karen Plambeck is facing twelve animal cruelty charges after 198 dogs were rescued from her property in August of 2022. Additionally, she is charged with a felony of unlawful communication with a witness in connection with the animal cruelty case. All 198 dogs were forfeited to the …

Deadliest Year Ever in US History with Highest Number of Mass Shootings Recorded

HOUSTON, TX – From Texas to Maine, the United States experienced a total of 40 mass killings involving guns in 2023, a troubling record according to The AP, USA Today, and Northeastern University. This number was driven by tragic events like the Louisville bank shooting and the Nashville elementary school incident, marking the highest count since data compilation began in 2006. More alarming is the fact that this figure is four incidents higher than the …