John Nightbridge

John Nightbridge is a veteran reporter, researcher, and economic policy major from UCLA. Passionate about world issues and potential ways to solve them is a significant focus of his work. Writing freelance and reading the news are John's passions at work. Outside of work, it's all about sky diving, surfing, and stock market modeling.

Toddler’s tragic death ruled homicide after fentanyl and cocaine found in system

A 16-month-old baby boy from Staten Island was found to have lethal levels of fentanyl and cocaine in his system when he tragically passed away more than two months ago. The young child’s death has now been ruled a homicide by the authorities. Sakani Kamagate was found unconscious in his home on Hamilton Avenue near St. Marks Place in St. George early on February 20. His father called emergency services, and paramedics rushed the baby …

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Off-duty Walmart employee charged with murder after shooting customer

A tragic incident unfolded at a Walmart store in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, when an off-duty employee fatally shot a customer who attempted to intervene in a dispute between the employee and a female colleague. Tironie Sterling, 22, now faces charges of first-degree murder as a result. The incident took place on Tuesday afternoon, as reported by the Broward County Sheriff’s Office. Investigators revealed that Sterling arrived at the suburban Fort Lauderdale Walmart to meet with …

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Man shot dead during heated argument at Tesla charging station

On Wednesday morning, a tragic incident unfolded at a Tesla charging station in Edgewater, Colorado, resulting in the death of one man. The dispute between two individuals escalated quickly, culminating in a fatal shooting around 9:30 a.m. in a parking lot within the Denver area. The two men reportedly became involved in a heated argument which ultimately led to one man discharging a firearm. The victim, critically injured, was rushed to a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, …

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Authorities believe that murder suspect killed his victims because they were white

A man from Tulsa County has been charged with a hate crime, in addition to two counts of first-degree murder, in connection with the shooting deaths of two innocent victims. Carlton Gilford is accused of killing Lundin Hathcock at the Rudisill Library and James McDaniel at a nearby QuikTrip, both incidents taking place minutes apart. Tulsa County District Attorney Steve Kunzweiler announced that, based on evidence gathered thus far, they believe Gilford targeted the two …

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Woman falls to her death from hotel roof in NYC

A young woman from Colorado met a tragic end during her visit to New York City when she fell from the roof of the Oyo Hotel on 47th Street in Midtown. The incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. on Tuesday, and the woman was found dead on the two-story scaffolding below the roof. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, including whether she fell accidentally or was pushed. She was accompanied by a friend, …

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Convicted killer faces death penalty after brutal murders and alleged attempts to kill off witness

Alfonso Sanchez, a Philadelphia man, was found guilty on Monday for the murder of two people in a Warminster home in 2007. Sanchez was convicted for the killings of Lisa Diaz, 27, and Mendez Thomas, 22, as well as attempting to have a witness killed while awaiting a retrial. The same Bucks County jury that convicted Sanchez will now determine if he should receive the death penalty. The penalty phase begins on Tuesday. During closing …

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Mass shooting in California leaves four dead

In a shocking turn of events, a small desert community in California experienced a devastating mass shooting on Sunday night, leaving four people dead. Authorities are currently investigating the tragic incident, with the Kern County Sheriff’s Office diligently following leads to find the person or persons responsible. The violence occurred in the remote community of Mojave, situated approximately 50 miles east of Bakersfield. Law enforcement officials responded to an emergency call at 11:20 p.m., only …

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California man found guilty of killing teens after they played ‘ding-dong-ditch’ prank on his house

A man from Corona, Anurag Chandra, has been found guilty of three counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder. He recevied this verdict after killing three teen boys who played a doorbell prank at his residence in 2020. Chandra intentionally rammed his vehicle into a Toyota Prius occupied by the teenagers and forcing it off the road. The jury reached their verdict after roughly three hours of deliberation. Riverside County District Attorney Mike …

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Seven dead bodies found on Oklahoma property, including 2 missing teens and sex offender

Authorities in rural Oklahoma discovered the bodies of seven individuals on Monday while searching for two missing teenagers. The remains are suspected to include those of the missing teens, 14-year-old Ivy Webster and 16-year-old Brittany Brewer. Police also reportedly found the body of convicted sex offender Jesse McFadden, who the teens were believed to be traveling with. Okmulgee County Sheriff Eddy Rice stated that the state medical examiner must confirm the identities of the victims, …

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Bride killed, groom injured right after their wedding by alleged drunk driver

A joyous wedding celebration turned tragic when a drunk driver crashed into a golf cart carrying a newlywed couple and their family members in Folly Beach, South Carolina. The bride, Samantha “Sam” Hutchinson, 34, was killed in the accident, and her groom, Aric Hutchinson, was left with severe injuries. The devastating incident occurred just after 10 p.m. on Friday, as the couple left their wedding reception. The golf cart, driven by Aric’s relatives Ben and …

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