Louisiana Rapper Mystikal Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison as Victim Speaks Out in Court

Louisiana Rapper Mystikal Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison as Victim Speaks Out in Court

Ascension Parish, Louisiana — Rapper Mystikal has reportedly been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to a reduced rape charge stemming from a 2022 case that led to his arrest in Louisiana. The artist, whose real name is Michael Lawrence Tyler, appeared in court Tuesday where a judge handed down the sentence … Read more

Horse Bolts Through Central Park, Throwing Passengers From Carriage and Killing 18-Year-Old

Horse Bolts Through Central Park, Throwing Passengers From Carriage and Killing 18-Year-Old

New York City, New York — A tragic accident involving a runaway horse-drawn carriage in Central Park has claimed the life of an 18-year-old passenger, prompting renewed scrutiny of one of New York City’s most recognizable tourist attractions. The teenager, who was initially hospitalized in critical condition following the incident, later died from his injuries, … Read more

Teen Among 8 Victims as Suspect Allegedly Mows Down Pedestrians While Fleeing Police

Teen Among 8 Victims as Suspect Allegedly Mows Down Pedestrians While Fleeing Police

Culver City, California — Newly released police video is shedding light on a dramatic and dangerous pursuit that authorities say left multiple pedestrians injured across Culver City after a driver allegedly struck people while attempting to evade law enforcement. Investigators say the incident unfolded Tuesday evening and ultimately resulted in the arrest of Juan Luis … Read more

Facebook Marketplace Deal Turns Deadly as Indiana Mom Loses Life Protecting Her Child

Facebook Marketplace Deal Turns Deadly as Indiana Mom Loses Life Protecting Her Child

St. Joseph County, Indiana — A man accused in a deadly shooting is facing multiple felony charges after investigators tracked him to a nearby apartment complex and recovered a firearm believed to have been used in the attack. Authorities say the suspect, identified as Ford, was located approximately two miles from the scene of the … Read more

Pregnant Teen’s Baby Dies Days After Shooting, Suspect Now Faces Double Murder Charges

Pregnant Teen’s Baby Dies Days After Shooting, Suspect Now Faces Double Murder Charges

San Diego, California — Prosecutors have filed a second murder charge against a man accused of fatally shooting his pregnant teenage ex-girlfriend after the couple’s newborn child died from injuries linked to the attack. The case centers on the death of 17-year-old Jariah Edwards, who was allegedly shot while visiting San Diego with family members. … Read more

Tenant Suffers Deep Wrist Wound After Argument With Landlord Turns Violent, Police Say

Tenant Suffers Deep Wrist Wound After Argument With Landlord Turns Violent, Police Say

Miami, Florida — A dispute over household trash allegedly turned violent when a 78-year-old landlord attacked his tenant with a machete, leaving the victim with serious injuries and prompting criminal charges, according to Miami police. Authorities say the confrontation unfolded Wednesday evening at a residence in southwest Miami, ending with one man hospitalized and the … Read more

Man Charged in Killing of 90-Year-Old Texas Store Owner After DNA Breakthrough

Man Charged in Killing of 90-Year-Old Texas Store Owner After DNA Breakthrough

Houston, Texas — A Houston man has been charged with murder months after a brutal attack on a 90-year-old convenience store owner who was allegedly beaten and stabbed inside his own home during a robbery. Authorities announced that Anthony Cerda, 34, was arrested and charged in connection with the death of Francisco Chura, a longtime … Read more

Wisconsin Woman Avoids Prison After 9-Year-Old Girl Was Shot While Adults Left Children Alone

Wisconsin Woman Avoids Prison After 9-Year-Old Girl Was Shot While Adults Left Children Alone

Milwaukee, Wisconsin — A Milwaukee woman has avoided prison time after pleading guilty in a child neglect case tied to the shooting of a 9-year-old girl who was injured while several children were left unsupervised inside an apartment. Court records show that Vanta’jah Westmoreland, 24, was sentenced to two years of probation after pleading guilty … Read more

Public Pool Closed After Shooting Leaves Three Children Injured in Arkansas, Suspect Detained

Public Pool Closed After Shooting Leaves Three Children Injured in Arkansas, Suspect Detained

Stuttgart, Arkansas — A community in eastern Arkansas is searching for answers after three children were injured in a shooting near a public aquatic center over the weekend, prompting a major police response and the closure of a popular recreational facility. Authorities said the incident occurred Saturday afternoon near the John Cain Aquatic Center, a … Read more

Orange County Man Accused of Using Car as Weapon in Deadly Apartment Complex Attack

Orange County Man Accused of Using Car as Weapon in Deadly Apartment Complex Attack

Orange, California — A 28-year-old Orange County man has been arrested on homicide charges after police say he intentionally drove his vehicle into an apartment complex courtyard and fatally struck another man following a confrontation over the weekend. The deadly incident unfolded late Saturday night and remains under active investigation as authorities work to determine … Read more