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Retired Detectives team up to solve cold case murder from 1986

NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL – A cold case that haunted a Florida community for nearly 40 years has finally been solved, bringing long-awaited justice to the family of Shirley Branch, a real estate broker who was tragically murdered during a robbery. Branch was killed in her office on 163rd Street in North Miami Beach, just a stone’s throw from the police headquarters. The horrific incident left her family and friends in anguish, as the investigation …

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Police surround and gas suspect to end chase

LOS ANGELES, CA – A high-tension standoff unfolded in the heart of Los Angeles, captivating onlookers as police and SWAT teams worked tirelessly to resolve a complex situation involving a stolen vehicle. The scene, which played out over several intense hours, began with a hit-and-run incident in Hollywood, leading to a pursuit that ended in the Hollywood Hills. The driver, a woman whose identity has not been disclosed, was initially involved in a minor collision …

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Restaurant owner charged with arson of a bar leading to an explosion

HOUSTON, TX – A significant breakthrough has emerged in the investigation of the explosion at Bar 5015, a popular nightlife venue that was obliterated in a fiery blast five years ago. The incident, which scattered debris across the surrounding area, has led to three arrests, including the former owner of the once-celebrated Turkey Leg Hut, Lyndell “Lynn” Price. Price, along with two alleged accomplices, recently appeared in federal court. Authorities accuse him of orchestrating the …

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Military veteran killed by police in armed incident

BRANDON, FL – New details have emerged regarding the fatal shooting of Vincent Morren, a 34-year-old Army veteran, who was killed by Hillsborough County deputies. The incident occurred when Morren was seen walking down a busy street near Providence Road and Causeway Boulevard, armed with an assault rifle and dressed in tactical gear. Friends of Morren have since revealed that he struggled with PTSD following his military service. Morren’s friends have expressed that the man …

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Four young men killed when car slams into market

WATERBURY, CT – In a tragic accident that shattered the quiet of a Waterbury morning, four young men, including three brothers, lost their lives when a car careened out of control and slammed into a local market. The devastating crash occurred just before 1 a.m., leaving a trail of destruction and heartbreak in its wake. The incident unfolded on Cherry Street, where a BMW reportedly lost control, veering off course and crashing into the Hernandez …

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Teen basketball star paralyzed after shooting

MIAMI, FL – The Miami community is rallying around a young basketball star who has been left paralyzed following a shooting earlier this week. Nehemiah Johnson, a standout player at Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High, was preparing for a future with the Marine Corps before his life took a tragic turn. Outside Jackson Memorial Hospital, where Johnson is currently recovering, his family spoke about their journey and the strength they find in their faith. “He’s …

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Soldier sentenced for murdering taxi cab driver

JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD, WA – Army soldier Jonathan Lee was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole on Wednesday after being convicted of the murder of 34-year-old Nick Hokoma. The proceedings, which took place inside a military courthouse at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, were closed to recording, but attendees were present throughout the day. The courtroom resonated with a bittersweet sense of relief for Hokoma’s loved ones. “I am glad that he is …

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Missouri girl kidnapped and held captive in Colorado for months

FORT COLLINS, CO – Authorities in Larimer County have arrested a Fort Collins man accused of abducting a young girl and holding her against her will for nearly five months. The suspect, Maximilian Brushku, is facing a series of charges, including kidnapping, child abuse, and harboring a minor, following his apprehension last week. The arrest was a collaborative effort between Fort Collins police and the SWAT team, who located Brushku in the vicinity where the …

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Pedestrian killed after being run over by a garbage truck

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK – A tragic accident unfolded early this morning at the intersection of Southwest 12th Street and Portland Avenue, where a pedestrian lost their life after being struck by a garbage truck. The incident occurred amidst a torrential downpour, adding a layer of complexity to the investigation. Authorities have confirmed that the vehicle involved belongs to a waste management company. The driver of the truck remained at the scene and is cooperating fully …

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Fiancé of hit-and-run victim shocked by light sentence

INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The heartache lingers for Shane Bernard, a man whose life was forever altered by a tragic hit-and-run accident that claimed the life of his fiancée, Alexandra Leal. The roadside memorial on Lyndhurst Drive, where the 30-year-old was killed last September, stands as a poignant reminder of a future lost too soon. Flowers and mementos at the site grow with each passing month, marking birthdays and holidays that Leal will never celebrate. Bernard …

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