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Tragic Wedding Shooting in Goult: Bride Killed and Three Injured Amid Gang-Related Violence

Goult, France — In a shocking incident, a wedding celebration turned tragic when masked assailants opened fire in the early hours of Sunday, leaving a 27-year-old bride dead and three others, including her groom, injured. The chaotic scene unfolded around 4:30 a.m. as the newlyweds exited the village hall after their reception. Avignon prosecutor Florence Galtier reported that the couple was ambushed by gunmen donning balaclavas who approached in a vehicle and wielded multiple firearms. …

Teen Charged with Homicide After Fatal Family Dispute Escalates to Violence in Waukesha Home

WAUKESHA, Wis. — A local teenager is facing a homicide charge following the fatal assault of his uncle during a family dispute earlier this year. The 17-year-old, Ronnie Fuentez, was involved in a violent confrontation with his uncle in their home on February 1, which escalated over a disagreement about a friend spending the night. The conflict ignited when Fuentez’s uncle refused to allow his friend to stay, leading to a physical struggle. Investigators assert …

Neighborhood Tragedy: Man Arrested for Fatal Lawn Mowing Shooting Amid History of Violence

BEAUMONT, Texas — A neighborhood dispute escalated into tragedy over the weekend when a man was shot and killed while mowing his lawn, leading to the arrest of a suspect with a violent history linked to the victim. Brian Lewis, 51, was found dead outside his rental home in Beaumont on Saturday afternoon. He was operating a riding lawnmower when the shooting occurred. Witnesses reported hearing gunfire, prompting local police to respond shortly after 1:40 …

Tragic Case of Maternal Violence: Minnesota Mother Sentenced to Six Years for Suffocating Her Toddler Amid Mental Health Struggles

MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — A mother has been sentenced to just over six years in prison for the tragic death of her young daughter in a case that has left the Pelican Rapids community in shock. Suad Mohamed Ali, 29, received a sentence of 12 1/2 years for second-degree unintentional murder, with Minnesota laws allowing for the possibility of reduced time served due to good behavior and credit for time already spent in custody. The incident …

Tragic Violence Erupts in Houston: Man Detained After Allegedly Killing Girlfriend Following Earlier Shooting Incident

HOUSTON — A Houston man is in custody after being accused of killing his girlfriend following a violent altercation earlier in the evening. Michael Ellis, 26, allegedly shot a man in the leg during a confrontation on Tuesday night before turning the gun on Lazette King, 33, at their shared apartment. Witnesses reported that the confrontation with the initial victim stemmed from a heated argument, which marked the beginning of Ellis’s violent actions. Authorities believe …

Houston Man Arrested for Fatal Stabbing of Girlfriend in Restaurant, Investigation Highlights Domestic Violence Concerns

HOUSTON – A man has been arrested for allegedly fatally stabbing his girlfriend at her workplace in the early hours of Saturday morning, prompting an investigation into the escalating issue of domestic violence in the region. Authorities have identified the suspect as 53-year-old Santos Hernandez Cornejo, who reportedly confronted 50-year-old Argelia Diaz Maya at the Burnin’ Shell restaurant, where she was employed as a dishwasher. According to police, Hernandez Cornejo approached Maya as she exited …

Tragic Workplace Violence: Scranton Lowe’s Employee Killed by Coworker After Alleged Harassment

Scranton, Pennsylvania, was shaken early Saturday morning as a workplace shooting unfolded at a Lowe’s store, resulting in the death of a 43-year-old employee, Jeff Moeller. The tragic incident has left the community mourning and raised questions about workplace safety and employee mental health. At approximately 12:36 a.m., law enforcement responded to a 911 call from 36-year-old Christopher M. Wasnetsky, the alleged shooter who reported the incident himself. Officers discovered Moeller lying on the floor …

Tragedy Strikes: Bodies of Grupo Fugitivo Musicians Found in Reynosa Amid Rising Cartel Violence

Reynosa, Mexico — The bodies of five musicians from the regional band Grupo Fugitivo were found on May 29, 2025, after they vanished while en route to a performance two days earlier. The men, aged between 20 and 40, were reported missing on May 25, sparking alarm and concern among families and community members along the Texas border. According to local authorities in Tamaulipas, the band was kidnapped around 10 p.m. on May 25 while …

Ex-Neighbor Accused of Murder: Troubled Past Leads to Grim Violence in Phoenix

PHOENIX, Ariz. — A man with a history of financial crimes faces serious charges after authorities extradited him to Arizona in connection with the murder of his former neighbor, an 82-year-old woman found dead in her garage. Linda Baran was discovered on February 11, where she had sustained a fatal gunshot wound. According to court documents, her body was located in her vehicle with her hands reportedly raised, indicating a possibly desperate attempt to surrender. …

Oregon Man Sentenced to Life for Random Act of Violence that Claimed Mother’s Life at Portland Drum Circle

PORTLAND, Oregon — A 28-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison for the fatal shooting of a mother of five during a drum circle event last year, a case that has left the community in shock. A Multnomah County jury reached a guilty verdict on second-degree murder after less than an hour of deliberation, confirming that Wyatt Storm Belcher shot Ash Smith on May 8, 2022. At a sentencing hearing on Monday, the judge …