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<p>In a harrowing incident from Las Vegas, Nevada, a 29-year-old man fatally attacked another person in the parking lot of a 7-Eleven store and then allegedly chewed his ear and eyeball. As per media reports, Colin Czech ate Kenneth&nbsp;Brown’s&nbsp;body parts after bashing him to death and hitting his head on the concrete.</p>

<p>The accused later told police he was&nbsp;‘possessed’&nbsp;by some&nbsp;'higher power’,&nbsp;who told him to kill a person named Drake&nbsp;but&nbsp;he ended up killing Brown.</p>

<p>On April 28, some eyewitnesses made desperate calls to 911 after seeing the crazy incident near the store.</p>

<p>“Oh my God — I&nbsp;don’t&nbsp;what the f***&nbsp;he’s&nbsp;doing to this man,&nbsp;that’s&nbsp;some weird s***,”&nbsp;an eyewitness told police on the call.</p>

<p>A 7-Eleven employee also called 911 and said,&nbsp;“Right now,&nbsp;he’s&nbsp;on all fours like&nbsp;he’s&nbsp;a dog about to rush the store.&nbsp;I guess he just rushed him. I need somebody to come get him now.”</p>

<p>Police arrived later and were left stunned to find Czech with blood and&nbsp;'biological matter'&nbsp;on his face, hands, mouth, and clothing.</p>

<p>When asked what happened, Czech&nbsp;'gave a blank stare'&nbsp;and&nbsp;didn't&nbsp;say anything, police said.</p>

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<p>Czech&nbsp;is believed&nbsp;to be a homeless&nbsp;man,&nbsp;who told police that he had not slept for the last five nights as he was&nbsp;‘possessed’.</p>

<p>When police asked him how he killed Brown, he replied,&nbsp;“my teeth.”</p>

<p>“He used his teeth to eat [Brown's] eyeballs and ears,”&nbsp;police quoted him as saying.</p>

<p>Czech was presented&nbsp;in Las Vegas Justice Court on Wednesday (May 1), where the lawyer said he was too insane to be trialled as he kept making bizarre facial expressions.</p>

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<p>“I've&nbsp;spoken to him, and&nbsp;I've&nbsp;determined that he is incompetent,”&nbsp;said Chief Deputy Public Defender David Westbrook in the court.</p>

<p>The accused is currently behind bars at Clark County Detention Center.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


In a harrowing incident from Las Vegas, Nevada, a 29-year-old man fatally attacked another person in the parking lot of a 7-Eleven store and then allegedly chewed his ear and eyeball.

In a harrowing incident from Las Vegas, Nevada, a 29-year-old man fatally attacked another person in the parking lot of a 7-Eleven store and then allegedly chewed his ear and eyeball. As per media reports, Colin Czech ate Kenneth Brown’s body parts after bashing him to death and hitting his head on the concrete. The accused later told police he was ‘possessed’ by some 'higher power’, who told him to kill a person named Drake but he ended up killing Brown. On April 28, some eyewitnesses made desperate calls to 911 after seeing the crazy incident near the store. “Oh my God — I don’t what the f*** he’s doing to this man, that’s some weird s***,” an eyewitness told police on the call. A 7-Eleven employee also called 911 and said, “Right now, he’s on all fours like he’s a dog about to rush the store. I guess he just rushed him. I need somebody to come get him now.” Police arrived later and were left stunned to find Czech with blood and 'biological matter' on his face, hands, mouth, and clothing. When asked what happened, Czech 'gave a blank stare' and didn't say anything, police said. Also read: Delta Airlines Boeing plane`s emergency exit slide detaches mid-air: Report Czech is believed to be a homeless man, who told police that he had not slept for the last five nights as he was ‘possessed’. When police asked him how he killed Brown, he replied, “my teeth.” “He used his teeth to eat [Brown's] eyeballs and ears,” police quoted him as saying. Czech was presented in Las Vegas Justice Court on Wednesday (May 1), where the lawyer said he was too insane to be trialled as he kept making bizarre facial expressions. Also read: Photographer accidentally snaps rare bird in Oregon “I've spoken to him, and I've determined that he is incompetent,” said Chief Deputy Public Defender David Westbrook in the court. The accused is currently behind bars at Clark County Detention Center. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Possessed’ US man kills victim, eats his eye and ear; police say he is ‘too insane’ 

<p>US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday (Mar 19) reiterated America’s ‘ironclad’ commitment&nbsp;to defend key ally the Philippines against a potential attack in the South China Sea. Blinken’s remarks come amidst increasing hostility between Chinese and Filipino forces in the disputed waters in the region. Blinken is visiting the US treaty ally, where he met his counterpart Enrique Manalo and was poised to meet Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and other top officials in Manila.</p>

<p>Blinken’s visit to Manila comes ahead of a planned summit in the White House where top leaders of the Philippines and Japan are slated to gather. Japanese PM Fumio Kishida, US President Joe Biden and Marcos will gather to discuss China’s aggression in the South China Sea and North Korea’s increasingly belligerent nuclear programme.</p>

<h2><strong>Increasing tensions between Beijing and Manila</strong></h2>

<p>The USA’s commitment to Manila’s security holds extreme importance if viewed through the prism of increasing hostility between China and the Philippines.</p>

<p>Two weeks ago, the Chinese coast guard stopped Philippine boats near a disputed area called Second Thomas Shoal.</p>

<p>They blasted Filipino vessels with water cannons, causing slight injuries to a Filipino admiral and four sailors. During the confrontation, there were two small crashes between Chinese and Philippine boats. The Philippines protested these actions and called them unacceptable. They summoned China's deputy ambassador to express their protest. The United States warned that it would protect the Philippines if they were attacked in the South China Sea.</p>

<p>The Chinese coast guard, on the other hand, said they took action against Philippine ships that entered waters near ‘Ren'ai Reef’ (Second Thomas Shoal) illegally.</p>

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<p>This area is guarded by a small Philippine navy group but surrounded by Chinese ships. Last year, there were tense clashes between Chinese and Philippine coast guard ships here. However, the recent confrontation was considered more serious because Filipino navy personnel were injured, and their boat was damaged.</p>

<h2><strong>China’s disputes in the region</strong></h2>

<p>Apart from China and the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Brunei also assert their claims in the resource-rich and busy South China Sea, which is a crucial global trade route.</p>

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<p>China asserts nearly the entire South China Sea as its territory. Over the past decade, China has transformed barren reefs into seven islands, which now function as military bases with missile defences. Among these, three have runways, enhancing China's ability to reinforce its territorial claims and conduct patrols.</p>

<p>In response, the United States has been strengthening its military alliances and security partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. This includes collaborations with the Philippines, Vietnam, and other nations that are in dispute with China over the South China Sea.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday (Mar 19) reiterated America’s ‘ironclad’ commitment to defend key ally the Philippines against a potential attack in the South China Sea.

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday (Mar 19) reiterated America’s ‘ironclad’ commitment to defend key ally the Philippines against a potential attack in the South China Sea. Blinken’s remarks come amidst increasing hostility between Chinese and Filipino forces in the disputed waters in the region. Blinken is visiting the US treaty ally, where he met his counterpart Enrique Manalo and was poised to meet Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and other top officials in Manila. Blinken’s visit to Manila comes ahead of a planned summit in the White House where top leaders of the Philippines and Japan are slated to gather. Japanese PM Fumio Kishida, US President Joe Biden and Marcos will gather to discuss China’s aggression in the South China Sea and North Korea’s increasingly belligerent nuclear programme. Increasing tensions between Beijing and Manila The USA’s commitment to Manila’s security holds extreme importance if viewed through the prism of increasing hostility between China and the Philippines. Two weeks ago, the Chinese coast guard stopped Philippine boats near a disputed area called Second Thomas Shoal. They blasted Filipino vessels with water cannons, causing slight injuries to a Filipino admiral and four sailors. During the confrontation, there were two small crashes between Chinese and Philippine boats. The Philippines protested these actions and called them unacceptable. They summoned China's deputy ambassador to express their protest. The United States warned that it would protect the Philippines if they were attacked in the South China Sea. The Chinese coast guard, on the other hand, said they took action against Philippine ships that entered waters near ‘Ren'ai Reef’ (Second Thomas Shoal) illegally. Also read:India, China may engage in `armed conflict` amid strained ties, claims US intelligence assessment This area is guarded by a small Philippine navy group but surrounded by Chinese ships. Last year, there were tense clashes between Chinese and Philippine coast guard ships here. However, the recent confrontation was considered more serious because Filipino navy personnel were injured, and their boat was damaged. China’s disputes in the region Apart from China and the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan, and Brunei also assert their claims in the resource-rich and busy South China Sea, which is a crucial global trade route. Also read: Evergrande’s Scandal: China`s property giant accused of $78 bn fraud China asserts nearly the entire South China Sea as its territory. Over the past decade, China has transformed barren reefs into seven islands, which now function as military bases with missile defences. Among these, three have runways, enhancing China's ability to reinforce its territorial claims and conduct patrols. In response, the United States has been strengthening its military alliances and security partnerships in the Indo-Pacific region. This includes collaborations with the Philippines, Vietnam, and other nations that are in dispute with China over the South China Sea. (With inputs from agencies)

Blinken reiterates USA’s ‘ironclad’ commitment to defend Philippines against attack by China

<p>A manhunt for a suspect involved in the fatal shootings of three people outside a Philadelphia-area suburb ended after authorities arrested 26-year-old Andre Gordon from New Jersey. The man reportedly barricaded himself after killing his 52-year-old stepmother, Karen Gordon, his 13-year-old sister Kera Gordon and the mother of his children, 25-year-old Taylor Daniel, authorities said, who had launched the search operation Saturday morning (Mar 16).</p>

<p>He is also believed to have used a rifle to bludgeon Daniel’s mother. Police said three other people were found hidden in Gordon’s stepmother and sister’s house and the killer searched the property.</p>

<p>Associated Press reported that Gordon executed the killings in Falls Township, Buck County, in two separate incidents.</p>

<p>Bucks County District Attorney, Jennifer Schorn, said the suspect didn’t have any weapon at the time of his arrest.</p>

<h2><strong>Residents were ordered to take shelter</strong></h2>

<p>On Saturday morning, residents of the Falls Township, one of the wealthiest neighbourhoods in Pennsylvania, were asked to take shelter in their homes as the manhunt continued.</p>

<p>Speaking at a news conference, the Falls township police chief Nelson Whitney said that there was “nothing that would indicate that anything like this would happen”, the Associated Press reported.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Gun Epidemic: US records most number of mass shooting deaths</strong></p>

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<p>The order was later withdrawn at 1 pm.</p>

<p>As police chased him, Gordon tried to carjack a stranger and flee the scene.</p>

<h2><strong>Suspect used AR-15-styled rifle?</strong></h2>

<p>During an afternoon press briefing, a Falls Township police officer informed reporters that they suspected Gordon possessed a rifle styled after an AR-15. These types of firearms have frequently been used in mass shootings nationwide, leading to calls for their ban by observers.</p>

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<p>However, the incident in Pennsylvania narrowly missed meeting the informal criteria for a mass shooting, as defined by the Gun Violence Archive, which requires at least four victims to be killed or wounded.</p>

<p>Analysis conducted by the research organisation Everytown for Gun Safety revealed that between 2015 and 2022, mass shootings involving assault-style rifles resulted in six times as many injuries and twice as many fatalities compared to shootings involving other types of firearms, highlighting the deadly efficiency of these weapons.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A manhunt for a suspect involved in the fatal shootings of three people outside a Philadelphia-area suburb ended after authorities arrested 26-year-old Andre Gordon from New Jersey.

A manhunt for a suspect involved in the fatal shootings of three people outside a Philadelphia-area suburb ended after authorities arrested 26-year-old Andre Gordon from New Jersey. The man reportedly barricaded himself after killing his 52-year-old stepmother, Karen Gordon, his 13-year-old sister Kera Gordon and the mother of his children, 25-year-old Taylor Daniel, authorities said, who had launched the search operation Saturday morning (Mar 16). He is also believed to have used a rifle to bludgeon Daniel’s mother. Police said three other people were found hidden in Gordon’s stepmother and sister’s house and the killer searched the property. Associated Press reported that Gordon executed the killings in Falls Township, Buck County, in two separate incidents. Bucks County District Attorney, Jennifer Schorn, said the suspect didn’t have any weapon at the time of his arrest. Residents were ordered to take shelter On Saturday morning, residents of the Falls Township, one of the wealthiest neighbourhoods in Pennsylvania, were asked to take shelter in their homes as the manhunt continued. Speaking at a news conference, the Falls township police chief Nelson Whitney said that there was “nothing that would indicate that anything like this would happen”, the Associated Press reported. Watch: Gun Epidemic: US records most number of mass shooting deaths × The order was later withdrawn at 1 pm. As police chased him, Gordon tried to carjack a stranger and flee the scene. Suspect used AR-15-styled rifle? During an afternoon press briefing, a Falls Township police officer informed reporters that they suspected Gordon possessed a rifle styled after an AR-15. These types of firearms have frequently been used in mass shootings nationwide, leading to calls for their ban by observers. Also read: Explained | America and its enduring gun violence issue However, the incident in Pennsylvania narrowly missed meeting the informal criteria for a mass shooting, as defined by the Gun Violence Archive, which requires at least four victims to be killed or wounded. Analysis conducted by the research organisation Everytown for Gun Safety revealed that between 2015 and 2022, mass shootings involving assault-style rifles resulted in six times as many injuries and twice as many fatalities compared to shootings involving other types of firearms, highlighting the deadly efficiency of these weapons. (With inputs from agencies)

Philadelphia shooting suspect arrested after three people killed

<p>Two women from USA’s Ohio state have been charged after driving a man's dead body to a bank and withdrawing $900 from his account, as per reports in local media.</p>

<p>Loreen Bea Feralo, 55, and Karen Casbohm, 63, allegedly drove the dead body of 80-year-old Douglas Layman to a drive-through bank window and made the withdrawal.</p>

<p>After withdrawing the amount, the duo disposed off the body at an emergency room at Ashtabula County Medical Centre without informing anyone about it.</p>

<p>After a few hours, one of the two women called the hospital and informed them about Layman, after which authorities were able to identify him.</p>

<p>It was not clear what caused Layman’s death and an autopsy to find out the cause would take at least eight months.</p>

<p>When officers reached Layman’s house later, they interrogated the two women, who claimed that he had died at his home in Ashtabula earlier in the day.</p>

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<p>As per media reports, the two women, who were not related to the dead man but lived together, had moved the corpse to the hospital with the help of a third unknown person.</p>

<p>The body was positioned in the front seat of the car to give a false impression that Layman was accompanying the women. “The bank had allowed this previously, as long as they were accompanied by him,” said a police officer.</p>

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<p>The two women were charged with theft and gross abuse of a corpse. Ohio police said they were conducting an investigation into the matter.</p>

<p>If convicted, the two women could face up to a year in prison but authorities warned that additional charges against them could not be ruled out.</p>

<p>Police revealed it was not the first time the women were accused of committing a crime. The New York Post reported that Feralo and Casbohlm had previously been convicted of drug possession, trespassing and theft.</p>

<p>According to AP news agency, the women were forced to commit the theft ‘due to pressing bills that they needed to pay.’</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Two women from USA’s Ohio state have been charged after driving a man's dead body to a bank and withdrawing $900 from his account, as per reports in local media.

Two women from USA’s Ohio state have been charged after driving a man's dead body to a bank and withdrawing $900 from his account, as per reports in local media. Loreen Bea Feralo, 55, and Karen Casbohm, 63, allegedly drove the dead body of 80-year-old Douglas Layman to a drive-through bank window and made the withdrawal. After withdrawing the amount, the duo disposed off the body at an emergency room at Ashtabula County Medical Centre without informing anyone about it. After a few hours, one of the two women called the hospital and informed them about Layman, after which authorities were able to identify him. It was not clear what caused Layman’s death and an autopsy to find out the cause would take at least eight months. When officers reached Layman’s house later, they interrogated the two women, who claimed that he had died at his home in Ashtabula earlier in the day. Also read: 80-year-old Chinese flyer detained for throwing `good luck` coins in airplane engine As per media reports, the two women, who were not related to the dead man but lived together, had moved the corpse to the hospital with the help of a third unknown person. The body was positioned in the front seat of the car to give a false impression that Layman was accompanying the women. “The bank had allowed this previously, as long as they were accompanied by him,” said a police officer. Also read: What is Chroming, a viral TikTok trend claiming lives of kids worldwide? The two women were charged with theft and gross abuse of a corpse. Ohio police said they were conducting an investigation into the matter. If convicted, the two women could face up to a year in prison but authorities warned that additional charges against them could not be ruled out. Police revealed it was not the first time the women were accused of committing a crime. The New York Post reported that Feralo and Casbohlm had previously been convicted of drug possession, trespassing and theft. According to AP news agency, the women were forced to commit the theft ‘due to pressing bills that they needed to pay.’ (With inputs from agencies)

US: Two women charged for driving man's dead body to bank and withdrawing $900 from his account

<p>USA’s National Weather Service issued a flood warning for all 37 million residents of California as the state braced for another spell of rainfall, wind and snowfall on Sunday (Feb 19), extending to Monday and Tuesday. Authorities also urged the residents to stay off the road and avoid travel in the early days of the week.</p>

<p>The first wave hit the Golden State on Saturday (Feb 17), showering half an inch of rain at lower elevations and more at higher elevations.</p>

<p>Flood warnings placed special emphasis on areas like San Francisco, Monterey, Chico and Fresno; Central California cities including Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and Temecula; and San Diego in Southern California.</p>

<p>Lower elevation areas are predicted to receive two to five inches of rainfall while higher areas may get up to eight inches.</p>

<p>"Be prepared to sustain yourself and your household for multiple days if you choose not to evacuate, as you may not be able to leave the area and emergency responders may not be able to access your property in the event of road damage, flooding or debris," Santa Barabara County officials said in a press release Saturday.</p>

<p>The first round of rain began across central California early Saturday evening and the second storm Sunday was slow-moving, which will ramp up the potential for significant flooding.</p>

<h2><strong>California Gov. Gavin Newsom in action mode</strong></h2>

<p>On Sunday, Gavin Newsom activated the state’s operations centre. “Our state is taking this next storm seriously, and we ask all Californians to take steps now to prepare,” he said in a news release.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;At least three killed as storm batters California</strong></p>

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<p>He also directed emergency services to be on their toes and respond to distress calls immediately.</p>

<h2><strong>Snow expected in higher areas</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, higher elevation areas were bracing for snow through Wednesday.</p>

<p>“Heaviest snowfall will be tonight into Monday morning. Sierra travel will be difficult with possible road closures, chain controls and reduced visibilities,” forecasters said on X.</p>

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<p>A Winter Storm Warning was also issued for the Greater Lake Tahoe area, including the Sierra passes through Wednesday morning.</p>

<p>Authorities warned residents to prepare for increased traffic, longer commutes and possible delays.</p>

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USA’s National Weather Service issued a flood warning for all 37 million residents of California as the state braced for another spell of rainfall, wind and snowfall on Sunday (Feb 19), extending to Monday and Tuesday.

USA’s National Weather Service issued a flood warning for all 37 million residents of California as the state braced for another spell of rainfall, wind and snowfall on Sunday (Feb 19), extending to Monday and Tuesday. Authorities also urged the residents to stay off the road and avoid travel in the early days of the week. The first wave hit the Golden State on Saturday (Feb 17), showering half an inch of rain at lower elevations and more at higher elevations. Flood warnings placed special emphasis on areas like San Francisco, Monterey, Chico and Fresno; Central California cities including Santa Barbara, Los Angeles and Temecula; and San Diego in Southern California. Lower elevation areas are predicted to receive two to five inches of rainfall while higher areas may get up to eight inches. "Be prepared to sustain yourself and your household for multiple days if you choose not to evacuate, as you may not be able to leave the area and emergency responders may not be able to access your property in the event of road damage, flooding or debris," Santa Barabara County officials said in a press release Saturday. The first round of rain began across central California early Saturday evening and the second storm Sunday was slow-moving, which will ramp up the potential for significant flooding. California Gov. Gavin Newsom in action mode On Sunday, Gavin Newsom activated the state’s operations centre. “Our state is taking this next storm seriously, and we ask all Californians to take steps now to prepare,” he said in a news release. Watch: At least three killed as storm batters California × He also directed emergency services to be on their toes and respond to distress calls immediately. Snow expected in higher areas Meanwhile, higher elevation areas were bracing for snow through Wednesday. “Heaviest snowfall will be tonight into Monday morning. Sierra travel will be difficult with possible road closures, chain controls and reduced visibilities,” forecasters said on X. Also read: After 4 days, rain stops in California A Winter Storm Warning was also issued for the Greater Lake Tahoe area, including the Sierra passes through Wednesday morning. Authorities warned residents to prepare for increased traffic, longer commutes and possible delays. (With inputs from agencies)

Flood warning issued for entire California, 37 million residents advised to stay off roads

<p>An armed robbery in USA's Colorado took an ironic twist over the weekend as their gateway car was stolen by someone else in the middle of the heist.</p>

<p>Three masked and armed individuals were robbing a check cashing service in Commerce City on Saturday morning (Dec 16), when a fourth robber came and ran away with their car.</p>

<p>The getaway car was most likely already stolen by the trio, the local police department said.</p>

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<p>Two suspects were detained by Commerce City Police, while an investigation into the incident was still on.</p>

<p>“In an unexpected and ironic twist… as the trio was robbing the business…a fourth criminal stole their getaway vehicle… which may have already been stolen,” a post on X shared by Commerce City Police Department stated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“We don’t know. If we get a solid description of it, we will release that here,” the post added.</p>

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<p>The police have not released any information about the fourth suspect involved.</p>

<p>They don't have a solid description of the stolen getaway vehicle, but they said they would share that information when they have it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Anyone who was present during the robbery or has any information about it is asked to call Detective Garcia at 303-227-7147.</p>

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An armed robbery in USA's Colorado took an ironic twist over the weekend as their gateway car was stolen by someone else in the middle of the heist. Three masked and armed individuals were robbing a check cashing service in Commerce City on Saturday morning (Dec 16), when a fourth robber came and ran away with their car.

An armed robbery in USA's Colorado took an ironic twist over the weekend as their gateway car was stolen by someone else in the middle of the heist. Three masked and armed individuals were robbing a check cashing service in Commerce City on Saturday morning (Dec 16), when a fourth robber came and ran away with their car. The getaway car was most likely already stolen by the trio, the local police department said. Watch: Western US states reach deal on colorado river conservation × Two suspects were detained by Commerce City Police, while an investigation into the incident was still on. “In an unexpected and ironic twist… as the trio was robbing the business…a fourth criminal stole their getaway vehicle… which may have already been stolen,” a post on X shared by Commerce City Police Department stated. “We don’t know. If we get a solid description of it, we will release that here,” the post added. In an unexpected and ironic twist: while the trio was robbing the business, a 4th criminal stole their getaway vehicle… which could have already been stolen. We don’t know. If we get a good description, we’ll share it here. https://t.co/GRc06asMYi — Commerce City Police Department (@CommerceCityPD) December 16, 2023 × Also read: Shocking! Authorities discover 189 decomposing bodies at Colorado funeral home The police have not released any information about the fourth suspect involved. They don't have a solid description of the stolen getaway vehicle, but they said they would share that information when they have it. Anyone who was present during the robbery or has any information about it is asked to call Detective Garcia at 303-227-7147. (With inputs from agencies)

US: Heist takes nasty turn for three robbers after they lose their car to a fourth robber

<p>Los Angeles police launched a hunt for a serial killer suspected of shooting and killing three homeless people in different parts of the city over the week, a spokesperson announced Friday (Dec 1).</p>

<p>As the search was on, officials urged homeless people in the city to avoid sleeping alone and seek shelter at a safe place.</p>

<p>Police Chief Michel Moore earlier informed that the unidentified shooter was suspected of shooting the victims while they were asleep in the early morning hours.</p>

<p>“This is a killer preying on the unhoused,” Mayor Karen Bass was quoted by the Los Angeles Times as saying.</p>

<p>The incidents have raised alarm in the city’s 46,000 people strong homeless community.</p>

<h2><strong>Three separate incidents, three victims</strong></h2>

<p>The first victim was identified as a 37-year-old male, Jose Vamos. He was murdered on Sunday (Nov 26) at around 3 am.</p>

<p>The second fatal attack came on Nov 27 at around 5 am. The attack took place in Central Division and ended in the death of Mark Digs, a 62-year-old male.</p>

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<p>The third attack came on Nov 29 at around 2:30 am near the intersection of South Avenue 18 and Pasadena Avenue. A 52-year-old male fell victim to the fatal attack.</p>

<p>A task force has been created under the Robbery-Homicide division which includes investigators from multiple specialties.</p>

<h2><strong>Police in action</strong></h2>

<p>Moore said the police were calling in homicide investigators from throughout the city.</p>

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<p>"We're bringing additional investigators from specialised posts and we have placed our forensic science division on ready so that any forensic evidence that is gathered is also quickly processed and analysed in an effort to identify the person we believe responsible for these three homicides," he said.</p>

<h2><strong>All three incidents connected</strong></h2>

<p>The LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department) investigators earlier said they had gathered forensic evidence which suggested that all three incidents were linked and highly likely carried out by one person.</p>

<p>It was not clear whether the person acted alone or had a gang working with him.</p>

<p>Investigators are now hunting for surveillance footage from around the crime sites.</p>

<p>The LAPD has described the suspect as a man who was seen in a dark-coloured sedan.</p>

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Los Angeles police launched a hunt for a serial killer suspected of shooting and killing three homeless people in different parts of the city over the week, a spokesperson announced Friday (Dec 1).

Los Angeles police launched a hunt for a serial killer suspected of shooting and killing three homeless people in different parts of the city over the week, a spokesperson announced Friday (Dec 1). As the search was on, officials urged homeless people in the city to avoid sleeping alone and seek shelter at a safe place. Police Chief Michel Moore earlier informed that the unidentified shooter was suspected of shooting the victims while they were asleep in the early morning hours. “This is a killer preying on the unhoused,” Mayor Karen Bass was quoted by the Los Angeles Times as saying. The incidents have raised alarm in the city’s 46,000 people strong homeless community. Three separate incidents, three victims The first victim was identified as a 37-year-old male, Jose Vamos. He was murdered on Sunday (Nov 26) at around 3 am. The second fatal attack came on Nov 27 at around 5 am. The attack took place in Central Division and ended in the death of Mark Digs, a 62-year-old male. Watch: Pannun 'murder plot': White House says, 'US taking the matter seriously' × The third attack came on Nov 29 at around 2:30 am near the intersection of South Avenue 18 and Pasadena Avenue. A 52-year-old male fell victim to the fatal attack. A task force has been created under the Robbery-Homicide division which includes investigators from multiple specialties. Police in action Moore said the police were calling in homicide investigators from throughout the city. Also read: US says row over Pannun murder `plot` will not impact larger Washington-Delhi ties "We're bringing additional investigators from specialised posts and we have placed our forensic science division on ready so that any forensic evidence that is gathered is also quickly processed and analysed in an effort to identify the person we believe responsible for these three homicides," he said. All three incidents connected The LAPD (Los Angeles Police Department) investigators earlier said they had gathered forensic evidence which suggested that all three incidents were linked and highly likely carried out by one person. It was not clear whether the person acted alone or had a gang working with him. Investigators are now hunting for surveillance footage from around the crime sites. The LAPD has described the suspect as a man who was seen in a dark-coloured sedan. (With inputs from agencies)

US police on hunt for man who shoots sleeping homeless men

<p>Once hailed as America’s crypto king, FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried on Tuesday (Oct 3) will stand trial for allegedly masterminding one of the biggest financial frauds in the history of the country.</p>

<p>A federal court in Manhattan, New York will start hearing the case against the disgraced founder of the bankrupt crypto exchange. The 31-year-old techie faces two separate criminal trials.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the first trial, he faces seven criminal counts related to the collapse of his $32 billion empire. Allegations against him include wire fraud, securities fraud, money laundering and using customers’ money for personal purchases.</p>

<h2><strong>Charges against Sam Bankman-Fried?</strong></h2>

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	<li>Conspiracy to commit wire fraud on customers of FTX.</li>
	<li>Wire fraud on customers of FTX.</li>
	<li>Conspiracy to commit wire fraud on lenders to Alameda Research.</li>
	<li>Wire fraud on lenders to Alameda Research.</li>
	<li>Conspiracy to commit fraud on customers of FTX in connection with the purchase and sale of derivatives.</li>
	<li>Conspiracy to commit securities fraud on investors in FTX.</li>
	<li>Conspiracy to commit money laundering.</li>
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<p>If convicted in all cases, Sam Bankman-Fried could face more than 100 years in prison. As of now, he has pleaded not guilty to all these charges.</p>

<h2><strong>The trial to last for six weeks</strong></h2>

<p>As per media reports, his trial will last for six weeks. Following the trial, the prosecution will take almost a month to lay the foundation for its case against Bankman.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Bankman-Fried has been incarcerated in a Brooklyn, New York jail since August 2022, following the revocation of his multimillion-dollar bail due to witness tampering allegations.&nbsp;</p>

<p>These accusations stem from his alleged leaking of Ellison's private diary entries to The New York Times, as Ellison is anticipated to be a crucial witness for the prosecution.</p>

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<p>The current court records suggest that Bankman-Fried's legal team might employ an "advice of counsel" defence. This defence strategy would assert that he acted in accordance with guidance from FTX lawyers and was unaware that his actions constituted illegal behaviour.</p>

<h2><strong>Downfall of Sam Bankman-Fried</strong></h2>

<p>The world turned upside down for Sam Bankman-Fried or SBF within a week in November last year. A leaked balance sheet of Alameda showed the company stood on shaky financial grounds. His FTX collapsed following a ravaging crypto run, where a lot of customers rushed to withdraw their funds immediately.</p>

<p>FTX filed for bankruptcy and SBF’s worth came close to nothing. Sam Bankman-Fried now finds himself surrounded by legal troubles where he is accused of illegally taking $10 billion in FTX’s customers' funds for his trading firm.</p>

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Once hailed as America’s crypto king, FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried on Tuesday (Oct 3) will stand trial for allegedly masterminding one of the biggest financial frauds in the history of the country.

Once hailed as America’s crypto king, FTX’s Sam Bankman-Fried on Tuesday (Oct 3) will stand trial for allegedly masterminding one of the biggest financial frauds in the history of the country. A federal court in Manhattan, New York will start hearing the case against the disgraced founder of the bankrupt crypto exchange. The 31-year-old techie faces two separate criminal trials. In the first trial, he faces seven criminal counts related to the collapse of his $32 billion empire. Allegations against him include wire fraud, securities fraud, money laundering and using customers’ money for personal purchases. Charges against Sam Bankman-Fried? Conspiracy to commit wire fraud on customers of FTX. Wire fraud on customers of FTX. Conspiracy to commit wire fraud on lenders to Alameda Research. Wire fraud on lenders to Alameda Research. Conspiracy to commit fraud on customers of FTX in connection with the purchase and sale of derivatives. Conspiracy to commit securities fraud on investors in FTX. Conspiracy to commit money laundering. If convicted in all cases, Sam Bankman-Fried could face more than 100 years in prison. As of now, he has pleaded not guilty to all these charges. The trial to last for six weeks As per media reports, his trial will last for six weeks. Following the trial, the prosecution will take almost a month to lay the foundation for its case against Bankman. Watch: FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried is 'ready to face music?' × Bankman-Fried has been incarcerated in a Brooklyn, New York jail since August 2022, following the revocation of his multimillion-dollar bail due to witness tampering allegations. These accusations stem from his alleged leaking of Ellison's private diary entries to The New York Times, as Ellison is anticipated to be a crucial witness for the prosecution. Also read: Explained: The Other Sam—How Sam Altman, founder of ChatGPT, WorldCoin is the next tech wunderkind The current court records suggest that Bankman-Fried's legal team might employ an "advice of counsel" defence. This defence strategy would assert that he acted in accordance with guidance from FTX lawyers and was unaware that his actions constituted illegal behaviour. Downfall of Sam Bankman-Fried The world turned upside down for Sam Bankman-Fried or SBF within a week in November last year. A leaked balance sheet of Alameda showed the company stood on shaky financial grounds. His FTX collapsed following a ravaging crypto run, where a lot of customers rushed to withdraw their funds immediately. FTX filed for bankruptcy and SBF’s worth came close to nothing. Sam Bankman-Fried now finds himself surrounded by legal troubles where he is accused of illegally taking $10 billion in FTX’s customers' funds for his trading firm. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>Justice delayed is justice denied!&nbsp;</p>

<p>That’s exactly what has happened with Gerardo Cabanillas of Los Angeles in the US. At the age of 18, he was arrested on charges of sexual assault.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Three decades later, his innocence has been proved in a court of law. DNA evidence shows someone else had committed the crime, and he was falsely implicated in the case by the investigators.</p>

<h2><strong>Gerardo Cabanillas admitted to the crime</strong></h2>

<p>Even as Cabanillas emphasised his innocence to the detectives, he was promised probation and relief as long as he admitted to the crime.</p>

<p>So, Cabanillas did the same thing. He falsely admitted to having committed the crime. He was accused of a brutal robbery at gunpoint and sexual assault of a young woman in South Gate in 1995, according to a report by LA Times.</p>

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<p>He was then subjected to a seven-hour-long painful interrogation with no access to an attorney. Detective Jack Lee Alirez promised him relief if he admitted to the charges framed against him.</p>

<p>Instead, the 18-year-old was convicted and sentenced to a de facto life sentence after investigators pressed at least 14 felony charges against him.</p>

<h2><strong>Justice delayed-Justice denied</strong></h2>

<p>“Justice has been a very long time coming ... if we can even call it that at this point,” said attorney Alissa Bjerkhoel, who represented Cabanillas through the California Innocence Project.</p>

<p>Bjerkhoel highlighted glaring issues with the case from the outset. There existed no tangible proof connecting Cabanillas to the assault.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The victim initially selected Cabanillas from a police lineup of suspect photos but did not confirm his identity during court proceedings, which included a preliminary hearing and two trials, according to court records.</p>

<p>The victim's boyfriend stated that he identified Cabanillas only after a detective presented him with a photograph and informed him that "Cabanillas was the person they arrested and that he had confessed," as indicated in the records.</p>

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<p>For decades, Cabanillas consistently denied any wrongdoing. It wasn't until 2017 that the California Innocence Project took up his case, as mentioned by Bjerkhoel.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This year, DNA evidence not only proved Cabanillas innocent but also identified another suspect who was already in prison awaiting trial for murder.<br />
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Justice delayed is justice denied! That’s exactly what has happened with Gerardo Cabanillas of Los Angeles in the US. At the age of 18, he was arrested on charges of sexual assault.

Justice delayed is justice denied! That’s exactly what has happened with Gerardo Cabanillas of Los Angeles in the US. At the age of 18, he was arrested on charges of sexual assault. Three decades later, his innocence has been proved in a court of law. DNA evidence shows someone else had committed the crime, and he was falsely implicated in the case by the investigators. Gerardo Cabanillas admitted to the crime Even as Cabanillas emphasised his innocence to the detectives, he was promised probation and relief as long as he admitted to the crime. So, Cabanillas did the same thing. He falsely admitted to having committed the crime. He was accused of a brutal robbery at gunpoint and sexual assault of a young woman in South Gate in 1995, according to a report by LA Times. Watch: USA debt ceiling deal passed × He was then subjected to a seven-hour-long painful interrogation with no access to an attorney. Detective Jack Lee Alirez promised him relief if he admitted to the charges framed against him. Instead, the 18-year-old was convicted and sentenced to a de facto life sentence after investigators pressed at least 14 felony charges against him. Justice delayed-Justice denied “Justice has been a very long time coming ... if we can even call it that at this point,” said attorney Alissa Bjerkhoel, who represented Cabanillas through the California Innocence Project. Bjerkhoel highlighted glaring issues with the case from the outset. There existed no tangible proof connecting Cabanillas to the assault. The victim initially selected Cabanillas from a police lineup of suspect photos but did not confirm his identity during court proceedings, which included a preliminary hearing and two trials, according to court records. The victim's boyfriend stated that he identified Cabanillas only after a detective presented him with a photograph and informed him that "Cabanillas was the person they arrested and that he had confessed," as indicated in the records. Also read: Why the US needs India more than India needs the US? For decades, Cabanillas consistently denied any wrongdoing. It wasn't until 2017 that the California Innocence Project took up his case, as mentioned by Bjerkhoel. This year, DNA evidence not only proved Cabanillas innocent but also identified another suspect who was already in prison awaiting trial for murder. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

US: Man accused of sexual assault acquitted after spending 28 years in prison

<p>At least four people were shot in USA’s Oklahoma state Friday night (August 25) when a high school football game was underway in Choctaw. Police said they were reacting to reports of shots fired at the game being played between Choctaw High School and Del City High School Friday at 10:30 PM local time.</p>

<p>Shots were fired by an unknown number of individuals. During the incident, an off-duty police officer also fired at least one shot.</p>

<p>The victims were immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. One victim was treated for a wound in her thigh before being released. The conditions of the other three victims were not known yet. Also, one patient was being treated for a possible broken leg.</p>

<p>Associated Press reported that players and officials started running off the field as soon as they heard gunshots being fired. Others lay down on the field.</p>

<h2><strong>Police investigating the shooting incident</strong></h2>

<p>Choctaw police have now opened an investigation into the case. Earlier, police received details of a suspect who left the scene as the shooting incident unfolded; however, he was not detained yet.</p>

<p>According to Choctaw Police Chief Kelly Marshall, there were reports of at least two muzzle flashes seen during the shooting. "I hate that it happened. We both have great students. We both have great cities that we work for and protect," she said.</p>

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<p>Choctaw-Nicoma Park Schools Superintendent David Reid and Mid-Del Schools Superintendent Rick Cobb released a joint statement following the incident.</p>

<p>"Our thoughts and prayers go out to all affected by tonight's incident," the statement reads. "Both districts are working jointly with the police presence from Choctaw, Del City and Oklahoma County in an ongoing investigation. The police will provide further details as they become available."</p>

<h2><strong>Who was the off-duty police officer who fired a gunshot?</strong></h2>

<p>According to Del City police chief, Loyd Berger, several off-duty police officers were present at the scene providing security. He said that one of them had fired the weapon during the incident but nobody was injured.</p>

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<p>“A Del City officer was involved in the shooting,” Berger said, adding that the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s office will investigate the officer’s involvement in the shooting.</p>

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At least four people were shot in USA’s Oklahoma state Friday night (August 25) when a high school football game was underway in Choctaw. Police said they were reacting to reports of shots fired at the game being played between Choctaw High School and Del City High School Friday at 10:30 PM local time.

At least four people were shot in USA’s Oklahoma state Friday night (August 25) when a high school football game was underway in Choctaw. Police said they were reacting to reports of shots fired at the game being played between Choctaw High School and Del City High School Friday at 10:30 PM local time. Shots were fired by an unknown number of individuals. During the incident, an off-duty police officer also fired at least one shot. The victims were immediately rushed to a nearby hospital. One victim was treated for a wound in her thigh before being released. The conditions of the other three victims were not known yet. Also, one patient was being treated for a possible broken leg. Associated Press reported that players and officials started running off the field as soon as they heard gunshots being fired. Others lay down on the field. Police investigating the shooting incident Choctaw police have now opened an investigation into the case. Earlier, police received details of a suspect who left the scene as the shooting incident unfolded; however, he was not detained yet. According to Choctaw Police Chief Kelly Marshall, there were reports of at least two muzzle flashes seen during the shooting. "I hate that it happened. We both have great students. We both have great cities that we work for and protect," she said. Also read: USA sees increase in suicides again, highest ever number recorded Choctaw-Nicoma Park Schools Superintendent David Reid and Mid-Del Schools Superintendent Rick Cobb released a joint statement following the incident. "Our thoughts and prayers go out to all affected by tonight's incident," the statement reads. "Both districts are working jointly with the police presence from Choctaw, Del City and Oklahoma County in an ongoing investigation. The police will provide further details as they become available." Who was the off-duty police officer who fired a gunshot? According to Del City police chief, Loyd Berger, several off-duty police officers were present at the scene providing security. He said that one of them had fired the weapon during the incident but nobody was injured. Watch: Amid Chandrayaan 3 launch, watch how China, Russia, and USA are vying for control of the Moon × “A Del City officer was involved in the shooting,” Berger said, adding that the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s office will investigate the officer’s involvement in the shooting. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

US: At least four shot during high school football game in Oklahoma

<p>In a shocking video surfacing online, a United Airlines pilot is seen attacking a barrier gate with an axe at the employees’ parking lot at Denver International Airport.</p>

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<p>The pilot has been identified as 63-year-old Kenneth Henderson Jones, who later told authorities that he had just “hit his breaking point.”</p>

<p>As seen in the video, the pilot hit the gate’s parking arm more than 20 times relentlessly, before it broke off its hinge.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>How did the pilot get caught?</strong></h2>

<p>The pilot tried to flee the scene after damaging the airport property; however, he was nabbed by an airport employee. A separate video shows the employee managing to grab the axe away from the pilot.</p>

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<p>According to reports, Henderson then tried to escape the airport authorities by running into nearby fields but was caught by Denver police.</p>

<h2><strong>Why did the pilot break barrier?</strong></h2>

<p>At first, the pilot said, according to the police, that he had just hit his breaking point. However, he later changed his statement to claim that he was actually trying to help drivers who were seemingly stuck in the parking lot because of the barrier.</p>

<p>''Kenneth started by saying he just hit his breaking point' and that he was ‘trying to get rid of issues for everyone waiting,” a police statement read.</p>

<h2><strong>Charges filed against the pilot</strong></h2>

<p>Jones was charged with misdemeanour criminal mischief by Adams County authorities and released on the same day. He is set to attend an arraignment in Adams County Court on September 25.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-struggles-to-keep-up-with-demand-of-ballistic-missiles-to-aid-ukraine-report-627352"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;US struggles to keep up with demand of ballistic missiles to aid Ukraine: Report</strong></a></p>

<p>As an internal investigation continues, the pilot has been taken off United's work schedule. CBS News reports that the damages attributed to the pilot are approximately $700.</p>

<p>In a comment, it's worth noting that FAA records indicate the accused pilot holds qualifications to operate various large passenger planes, such as Boeing 767s and 757s.&nbsp;</p>

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In a shocking video surfacing online, a United Airlines pilot is seen attacking a barrier gate with an axe at the employees’ parking lot at Denver International Airport.

In a shocking video surfacing online, a United Airlines pilot is seen attacking a barrier gate with an axe at the employees’ parking lot at Denver International Airport. Apparently this United Airlines pilot was having a bad day at Denver International Airport 👀 pic.twitter.com/uY3yHwSKaQ — Thenewarea51 (@thenewarea51) August 18, 2023 × The pilot has been identified as 63-year-old Kenneth Henderson Jones, who later told authorities that he had just “hit his breaking point.” As seen in the video, the pilot hit the gate’s parking arm more than 20 times relentlessly, before it broke off its hinge. How did the pilot get caught? The pilot tried to flee the scene after damaging the airport property; however, he was nabbed by an airport employee. A separate video shows the employee managing to grab the axe away from the pilot. Watch: India opposes controversial US visa policy × According to reports, Henderson then tried to escape the airport authorities by running into nearby fields but was caught by Denver police. Why did the pilot break barrier? At first, the pilot said, according to the police, that he had just hit his breaking point. However, he later changed his statement to claim that he was actually trying to help drivers who were seemingly stuck in the parking lot because of the barrier. ''Kenneth started by saying he just hit his breaking point' and that he was ‘trying to get rid of issues for everyone waiting,” a police statement read. Charges filed against the pilot Jones was charged with misdemeanour criminal mischief by Adams County authorities and released on the same day. He is set to attend an arraignment in Adams County Court on September 25. Also read: US struggles to keep up with demand of ballistic missiles to aid Ukraine: Report As an internal investigation continues, the pilot has been taken off United's work schedule. CBS News reports that the damages attributed to the pilot are approximately $700. In a comment, it's worth noting that FAA records indicate the accused pilot holds qualifications to operate various large passenger planes, such as Boeing 767s and 757s. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>A startling scenario unfolded in Florida when a 16-year-old driver was apprehended for driving at a speed of 132 mph (213 kmph) on Interstate 4 in Orlando by a corporal from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.</p>

<p>Upon halting the speeding young driver, Corporal Greg Rittger inquired about his age and the owner of the car. When the teen told that the car belonged to his father, Corporal Greg Rittger asked him a direct question.</p>

<p>"Call your father. I need him here now," Rittger instructed the teenager.</p>

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<p>After conversing with the teen's parents on the phone, Rittger issued a speeding citation that would require a court appearance. He also conveyed that had the teen been 18, he would have faced arrest for reckless driving and the car would have been towed away.</p>

<p>When the teen's parents arrived at the scene to take their son and their vehicle, Rittger shared a heartfelt story to express his true emotions and justify why the parents were involved.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-rising-road-rage-incidents-linked-to-scorching-temperatures-oppressive-heatwaves-617852"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;US: Rising road rage incidents linked to scorching temperatures, oppressive heatwaves</strong></a></p>

<p>Although the incident took place in January, as reported by CBS Miami, the video was released recently by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) as a cautionary message aimed at educating drivers regarding the perils of reckless driving.</p>

<p>“Drivers need to remember there is a reason for posted speed limits,” OCSO said in a social media post. “The roadways are a dangerous place and the speed limits are designed to protect everyone – drivers, passengers, pedestrians – everyone! Stop speeding before it stops you!</p>

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A startling scenario unfolded in Florida when a 16-year-old driver was apprehended for driving at a speed of 132 mph (213 kmph) on Interstate 4 in Orlando by a corporal from the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. Upon halting the speeding young driver, Corporal Greg Rittger inquired about his age and the owner of the car. When the teen told that the car belonged to his father, Corporal Greg Rittger asked him a direct question. "Call your father. I need him here now," Rittger instructed the teenager. Watch the video here: Orange County Florida Sheriff’s Deputy catches teen going 132 mph in a Supra and makes his parents come pick him up . You think the Deputy handled it appropriately? pic.twitter.com/NfmpbhMCmx — Donut Operator 🍩 (@DonutOperator) August 3, 2023 × After conversing with the teen's parents on the phone, Rittger issued a speeding citation that would require a court appearance. He also conveyed that had the teen been 18, he would have faced arrest for reckless driving and the car would have been towed away. When the teen's parents arrived at the scene to take their son and their vehicle, Rittger shared a heartfelt story to express his true emotions and justify why the parents were involved. Also read: US: Rising road rage incidents linked to scorching temperatures, oppressive heatwaves Although the incident took place in January, as reported by CBS Miami, the video was released recently by the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) as a cautionary message aimed at educating drivers regarding the perils of reckless driving. “Drivers need to remember there is a reason for posted speed limits,” OCSO said in a social media post. “The roadways are a dangerous place and the speed limits are designed to protect everyone – drivers, passengers, pedestrians – everyone! Stop speeding before it stops you! WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

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<p>A recent damning report published by Parents Defending Education (PDE) has revealed Chinese financial influence over US public schools. The report mentioned that China channelled nearly $18 million in funding to US schools, particularly those located in the vicinity of 20 US military bases.</p>

<p>The Chinese influence programme specifically focuses on children aged between five and six, the report added.</p>

<p>“Three of the nation’s top science and technology high schools have ties to Chinese government-affiliated programs,” PDE warned in its research.</p>

<p>These included the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, Simpson County Public Schools in Kentucky and the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, Express reported.</p>

<h2><strong>Republican leaders sound the warning bell</strong></h2>

<p>A number of Republican Representatives and Senators are now demanding the Biden administration “wake up” on the issue and realise how ‘China was trying to influence the upcoming American generation.’</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eyeing-china-in-the-pacific-us-studies-explosives-to-make-missiles-fly-further-621748"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Eyeing China in the Pacific, US studies explosives to make missiles fly further</strong></a></p>

<p>Jim Banks, the Republican Representative for Indiana, wrote a letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, demanding these “disturbing” partnerships be terminated.</p>

<p>“The Chinese Communist Party is not a trustworthy partner. Accepting funding and influence from our greatest adversary is a threat to America’s children and national security," he wrote in the letter.</p>

<h2><strong>Role of Chinese Confucius Institutions</strong></h2>

<p>The report added that the funding came via Chinese Confucius institutions, through which the communist nation allegedly "promotes Chinese language and culture, supports local Chinese teaching internationally, and facilitates cultural exchanges".</p>

<p>However, concerns have been raised in Western nations over the alleged role of these Confucius institutions in promoting China’s covert espionage operations on foreign soil.</p>

<p><strong>Watch:US raises alarm over China's new counter-espionage law as latter tried to popularise anti-spy work</strong></p>

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<p>The 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) prohibits the Pentagon from providing money to “institution[s] of higher education that hosts a Confucius Institute” after October 1, 2023. As a result, more than 100 universities in the US shut down their Confucius Institutes.</p>

<h2><strong>Concerns over military schools owned by China</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier in February this year, concerns were raised over some military schools in the US owned by Chinese companies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>US Representative Michael Waltz, a Florida Republican who is a member of the House Armed Services Committee, had then called on the Pentagon to review foreign-owned private schools that produce the country’s future military leaders.</p>

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A recent damning report published by Parents Defending Education (PDE) has revealed Chinese financial influence over US public schools. The report mentioned that China channelled nearly $18 million in funding to US schools, particularly those located in the vicinity of 20 US military bases. The Chinese influence programme specifically focuses on children aged between five and six, the report added. “Three of the nation’s top science and technology high schools have ties to Chinese government-affiliated programs,” PDE warned in its research. These included the Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, Simpson County Public Schools in Kentucky and the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics, Express reported. Republican leaders sound the warning bell A number of Republican Representatives and Senators are now demanding the Biden administration “wake up” on the issue and realise how ‘China was trying to influence the upcoming American generation.’ Also read: Eyeing China in the Pacific, US studies explosives to make missiles fly further Jim Banks, the Republican Representative for Indiana, wrote a letter to Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona, demanding these “disturbing” partnerships be terminated. “The Chinese Communist Party is not a trustworthy partner. Accepting funding and influence from our greatest adversary is a threat to America’s children and national security," he wrote in the letter. Role of Chinese Confucius Institutions The report added that the funding came via Chinese Confucius institutions, through which the communist nation allegedly "promotes Chinese language and culture, supports local Chinese teaching internationally, and facilitates cultural exchanges". However, concerns have been raised in Western nations over the alleged role of these Confucius institutions in promoting China’s covert espionage operations on foreign soil. Watch:US raises alarm over China's new counter-espionage law as latter tried to popularise anti-spy work × The 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) prohibits the Pentagon from providing money to “institution[s] of higher education that hosts a Confucius Institute” after October 1, 2023. As a result, more than 100 universities in the US shut down their Confucius Institutes. Concerns over military schools owned by China Earlier in February this year, concerns were raised over some military schools in the US owned by Chinese companies. US Representative Michael Waltz, a Florida Republican who is a member of the House Armed Services Committee, had then called on the Pentagon to review foreign-owned private schools that produce the country’s future military leaders. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Biden urged to ‘wake up’ as report reveals China’s financial ties to US public schools

<p>Even as US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden enjoy their Delaware beach vacation, along with the blockbuster&nbsp;<em>Oppenheimer</em>, it all looks gloomy for his Republican rival Donald Trump who now faces his third indictment since March.</p>

<h2><strong>The contrast&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>In his latest legal challenge, the former US president has been criminally charged over allegedly attempting to overturn the 2020 election result.</p>

<p>Not just that, he could soon face the fourth indictment over alleged electoral interference in Georgia, further exacerbating his legal woes.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-indictment-live-ex-president-to-appear-in-court-on-thursday-to-not-have-mugshots-taken-621833"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;Donald Trump indictment highlights | Ex-president to appear in court on Thursday, to not have mugshots taken</strong></a></p>

<p>Earlier indictment charges were filed over alleged hush-money payment to an adult film star and his handling of the classified documents when he left the White House.</p>

<h2><strong>Biden in 'relax mode'</strong></h2>

<p>On the other side of the spectrum is all-chill Biden.</p>

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<p>The 80-year-old Democrat is vacationing this week. He was earlier spotted dining with his wife at a fish restaurant in Rehoboth Beach.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Watch:&nbsp;Donald Trump's third indictment in four months</strong></p>

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<p>He was expected to hit the beach Thursday (August 3), or he might take another bike ride.</p>

<h2><strong>Biden avoids commenting on Trump’s predicament</strong></h2>

<p>Biden, who has become notorious for passing impulsive remarks, has unusually remained calm over Trump’s indictment.</p>

<p>He has notably avoided commenting on Trump’s legal woes and is taking a disciplined approach.</p>

<p>Even on Wednesday (August 2), as a reporter in Rehoboth shouted one-word-question to Biden—“indictments?”—the US president remained mum.</p>

<p>Perhaps, Biden understands that even a word from Biden will fuel theories in the speculation market about Biden weaponising the judiciary against his political rival.</p>

<p>Biden indeed needs a relaxing break before he embarks on one of the toughest journeys of his life—the 2024 Presidential election campaign, where he is expected to meet Donald Trump again.</p>

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Even as US President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden enjoy their Delaware beach vacation, along with the blockbuster Oppenheimer, it all looks gloomy for his Republican rival Donald Trump who now faces his third indictment since March. The contrast In his latest legal challenge, the former US president has been criminally charged over allegedly attempting to overturn the 2020 election result. Not just that, he could soon face the fourth indictment over alleged electoral interference in Georgia, further exacerbating his legal woes. Also read: Donald Trump indictment highlights | Ex-president to appear in court on Thursday, to not have mugshots taken Earlier indictment charges were filed over alleged hush-money payment to an adult film star and his handling of the classified documents when he left the White House. Biden in 'relax mode' On the other side of the spectrum is all-chill Biden. Biden is once again back at the beach — his 363rd vacation day since taking office pic.twitter.com/uXjuEVJjjz — RNC Research (@RNCResearch) August 2, 2023 × Jill, Ed.D., leads Joe Biden on a leisurely walk along the beach last night in Delaware. Biden took no questions from the press. pic.twitter.com/tUDHnZCERm — RNC Research (@RNCResearch) August 2, 2023 × The 80-year-old Democrat is vacationing this week. He was earlier spotted dining with his wife at a fish restaurant in Rehoboth Beach. Watch: Donald Trump's third indictment in four months × He was expected to hit the beach Thursday (August 3), or he might take another bike ride. Biden avoids commenting on Trump’s predicament Biden, who has become notorious for passing impulsive remarks, has unusually remained calm over Trump’s indictment. He has notably avoided commenting on Trump’s legal woes and is taking a disciplined approach. Even on Wednesday (August 2), as a reporter in Rehoboth shouted one-word-question to Biden—“indictments?”—the US president remained mum. Perhaps, Biden understands that even a word from Biden will fuel theories in the speculation market about Biden weaponising the judiciary against his political rival. Biden indeed needs a relaxing break before he embarks on one of the toughest journeys of his life—the 2024 Presidential election campaign, where he is expected to meet Donald Trump again. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

Watch: Biden spotted chilling at Delaware beach as Trump’s legal woes aggravate

<p>Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell experienced a weird moment during a leadership press conference Wednesday afternoon. While delivering his opening statement, McConnell froze for nearly 20 seconds, leaving his colleagues and the members of the press worried.</p>

<p>During his statement, McConnell spoke about the Senate's progress on the annual defence authorisation bill and praised the positive bipartisan cooperation.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>However, it was then that he abruptly halted in the middle of a sentence, staring straight ahead without speaking another word.</p>

<h2><strong>Colleagues looked concerned</strong></h2>

<p>His sudden pause prompted a couple of his fellow leaders to express concern and reach out to see if he was doing good.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Senate Republican Policy Committee Chairwoman Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) went up to him and asked if he was okay, placing her hand on his arm.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Senate Republican Conference Committee Chairman John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), who is also a doctor, inquired about his well-being and offered assistance, placing his hand on McConnell's right forearm.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/watch-biden-commits-another-gaffe-calls-zelensky-vladimir-at-nato-summit-614933"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;WATCH | Biden commits another gaffe, calls Zelensky `Vladimir` at NATO Summit</strong></a></p>

<p>“Let’s go back to your office,” said Barrasso. “Do you want to say anything else to the press? Let’s go back.” However, McConnell seemed reluctant to leave the press conference.</p>

<p>Ultimately, Barrasso consulted with one of McConnell's aides and then led him down the hall to his office. After a short while, McConnell returned to the press conference before his fellow leaders had finished their remarks, as he customarily does every Wednesday.</p>

<h2><strong>'I'm fine,' says McConnell&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>CNN's Manu Raju later questioned McConnell about the incident and whether it was related to health issues stemming from a previous concussion he suffered earlier that year.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>McConnell responded, denying any connection and asserting that he was fine and capable of carrying out his duties. “No, I’m fine,” he said.</p>

<p>When further probed by the reporter, McConnell reiterated that he was indeed well.&nbsp;</p>

<p>An aide to McConnell later explained that the GOP leader had felt lightheaded and stepped away for a brief moment. However, upon his return to handle the question and answer session, observers noted his sharp responses.</p>

<p>Earlier this year, the 81-year-old had been hospitalised and treated for a concussion he sustained after a fall at a private dinner on March 9 at the Waldorf Astoria.</p>

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Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell experienced a weird moment during a leadership press conference Wednesday afternoon. While delivering his opening statement, McConnell froze for nearly 20 seconds, leaving his colleagues and the members of the press worried.

Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell experienced a weird moment during a leadership press conference Wednesday afternoon. While delivering his opening statement, McConnell froze for nearly 20 seconds, leaving his colleagues and the members of the press worried. During his statement, McConnell spoke about the Senate's progress on the annual defence authorisation bill and praised the positive bipartisan cooperation. BREAKING: Republican Senate leader Mitch McConnell freezes and appears unwell at a press conferencepic.twitter.com/k98r8X7xzW — The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) July 26, 2023 × However, it was then that he abruptly halted in the middle of a sentence, staring straight ahead without speaking another word. Colleagues looked concerned His sudden pause prompted a couple of his fellow leaders to express concern and reach out to see if he was doing good. Senate Republican Policy Committee Chairwoman Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) went up to him and asked if he was okay, placing her hand on his arm. Senate Republican Conference Committee Chairman John Barrasso (R-Wyo.), who is also a doctor, inquired about his well-being and offered assistance, placing his hand on McConnell's right forearm. Also read: WATCH | Biden commits another gaffe, calls Zelensky `Vladimir` at NATO Summit “Let’s go back to your office,” said Barrasso. “Do you want to say anything else to the press? Let’s go back.” However, McConnell seemed reluctant to leave the press conference. Ultimately, Barrasso consulted with one of McConnell's aides and then led him down the hall to his office. After a short while, McConnell returned to the press conference before his fellow leaders had finished their remarks, as he customarily does every Wednesday. 'I'm fine,' says McConnell CNN's Manu Raju later questioned McConnell about the incident and whether it was related to health issues stemming from a previous concussion he suffered earlier that year. Watch: US President Joe Biden gets confused on stage × McConnell responded, denying any connection and asserting that he was fine and capable of carrying out his duties. “No, I’m fine,” he said. When further probed by the reporter, McConnell reiterated that he was indeed well. An aide to McConnell later explained that the GOP leader had felt lightheaded and stepped away for a brief moment. However, upon his return to handle the question and answer session, observers noted his sharp responses. Earlier this year, the 81-year-old had been hospitalised and treated for a concussion he sustained after a fall at a private dinner on March 9 at the Waldorf Astoria. WATCH WION LIVE HERE ×

VIDEO: Republican leader Mitch McConnell freezes for 20 seconds during press conference

<p>The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said on Sunday (local time) that search of a national park in Wyoming has yielded human remains "consistent" with missing 22-year-old Gabby Petito. However, no formal identification has been made yet. Petito had gone missing during months-long cross-country trip with her boyfriend Brian Laundrie who came home without her on September 1.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Laundrie has not co-operated with the police and has been named a "person of interest"</p>

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<p><em>(Gabby Petito with her boyfriend Brain Laundrie)</em></p>

<p>"Earlier today human remains were discovered consistent with Gabrielle Petito," FBI spokesman Charles Jones said. "Full forensic identification has not been completed to confirm 100% that we found Gabby, but her family has been notified of this discovery."</p>

<p>Jones said the cause of death was yet to be determined.</p>

<p>Petito and Laundrie, 23, left New York in June on their road trip, heading west in a white van planning to visiting national parks along the way and documenting the trip on social media.</p>

<p><strong>Also Read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gabby-petito-mystery-deepens-as-us-girl-22-goes-missing-on-a-road-trip-with-fiance-413698">Gabby Petito: Mystery deepens as US girl, 22, goes missing on a road trip with fiancé</a></strong></p>

<p>Petito was in touch with her family but appeared to abruptly stop communication in last week of August. She posted her last photo on August 25 Her family believes she was headed to Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming when they last heard from her.</p>

<p>Laundrie, who lived with Petito in North Port, roughly 70 miles (110 miles) south of St. Petersburg on Florida's west coast, has refused to speak with investigators.</p>

<p>His family told police on Friday that they had not seen him in three days. Florida police and FBI agents spent the weekend combing a nearby forest area for him.</p>

<p>Petito was last seen leaving a hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said on Sunday (local time) that search of a national park in Wyoming has yielded human remains "consistent" with missing 22-year-old Gabby Petito.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) said on Sunday (local time) that search of a national park in Wyoming has yielded human remains "consistent" with missing 22-year-old Gabby Petito. However, no formal identification has been made yet. Petito had gone missing during months-long cross-country trip with her boyfriend Brian Laundrie who came home without her on September 1. Laundrie has not co-operated with the police and has been named a "person of interest" (Gabby Petito with her boyfriend Brain Laundrie) "Earlier today human remains were discovered consistent with Gabrielle Petito," FBI spokesman Charles Jones said. "Full forensic identification has not been completed to confirm 100% that we found Gabby, but her family has been notified of this discovery." Jones said the cause of death was yet to be determined. Petito and Laundrie, 23, left New York in June on their road trip, heading west in a white van planning to visiting national parks along the way and documenting the trip on social media. Also Read | Gabby Petito: Mystery deepens as US girl, 22, goes missing on a road trip with fiancé Petito was in touch with her family but appeared to abruptly stop communication in last week of August. She posted her last photo on August 25 Her family believes she was headed to Grand Teton National Park in Wyoming when they last heard from her. Laundrie, who lived with Petito in North Port, roughly 70 miles (110 miles) south of St. Petersburg on Florida's west coast, has refused to speak with investigators. His family told police on Friday that they had not seen him in three days. Florida police and FBI agents spent the weekend combing a nearby forest area for him. Petito was last seen leaving a hotel in Salt Lake City, Utah. (With inputs from agencies)

Search for Gabby Petito: FBI finds remains 'consistent' with the 22-year-old

<p>Leaders of the Republican Party in US Congress on Tuesday continued withholding support to increasing US debt ceiling. The efforts to raise the debt ceiling have been initiated by the Democratic Party.</p>

<p>Last week, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned that the government will run out of money next month unless lawmakers take action. Banking groups have urged Congress to act to prevent "irreparable harm" to US economy.</p>

<p>Republican Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said Democrats will have to resolve the issue on their own.</p>

<p>"The Democratic leaders have every tool and procedure they need to handle the debt limit on a partisan basis, just like they are choosing to handle everything else," McConnell said on the Senate floor.</p>

<p>Congress is currently considering a $1.2 trillion infrastructure plan that has the backing of Democrats and some Republicans.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Also on their agenda is a massive social spending plan costing $3.5 trillion over 10 years, which has only garnered the support of Democrats who plan to pay for it with tax increases on corporations and the wealthiest Americans.</p>

<p>McConnell objects to what he called a "massive reckless tax and spending spree."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Amazon CEO Andy Jassy called for raising the debt ceiling in an interview with CNBC.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I think it's scary for consumer confidence and for confidence in US businesses and potential credit ratings if we don't make sure that we raise that debt ceiling," Jassy said.</p>

<p>The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), American Bankers Association and other industry groups said in a letter to congressional leaders that defaulting "on our existing obligations would be irresponsible and do irreparable harm to the US economy and taxpayers."</p>

<p>Even "a short-term delay would cause serious harm at a time when our economy continues to recover from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic," the letter read.</p>

<p>USA's debt and deficit have increased during Covid-19 pandemic.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Leaders of the Republican Party in US Congress on Tuesday continued withholding support to increasing US debt ceiling. The efforts to raise the debt ceiling have been initiated by the Democratic Party.

Leaders of the Republican Party in US Congress on Tuesday continued withholding support to increasing US debt ceiling. The efforts to raise the debt ceiling have been initiated by the Democratic Party. Last week, Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned that the government will run out of money next month unless lawmakers take action. Banking groups have urged Congress to act to prevent "irreparable harm" to US economy. Republican Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said Democrats will have to resolve the issue on their own. "The Democratic leaders have every tool and procedure they need to handle the debt limit on a partisan basis, just like they are choosing to handle everything else," McConnell said on the Senate floor. Congress is currently considering a $1.2 trillion infrastructure plan that has the backing of Democrats and some Republicans. Also on their agenda is a massive social spending plan costing $3.5 trillion over 10 years, which has only garnered the support of Democrats who plan to pay for it with tax increases on corporations and the wealthiest Americans. McConnell objects to what he called a "massive reckless tax and spending spree." Amazon CEO Andy Jassy called for raising the debt ceiling in an interview with CNBC. "I think it's scary for consumer confidence and for confidence in US businesses and potential credit ratings if we don't make sure that we raise that debt ceiling," Jassy said. The Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA), American Bankers Association and other industry groups said in a letter to congressional leaders that defaulting "on our existing obligations would be irresponsible and do irreparable harm to the US economy and taxpayers." Even "a short-term delay would cause serious harm at a time when our economy continues to recover from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic," the letter read. USA's debt and deficit have increased during Covid-19 pandemic. (With inputs from agencies)

Republicans continue withholding support to US debt ceiling increase

<p>A US Air Force base was given the all-clear Friday, facility officials said, lifting a four-hour lockdown following reports of an active shooter.</p>

<p>The Ohio base shut down at roughly 9:25 pm (0125 GMT Friday) with security forces sweeping the three-storey National Air and Space Intelligence Center.</p>

<p>Installation Commander Colonel Patrick Miller&nbsp;told local media WHIOTV that two people reported hearing a single gunshot in the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, prompting the search.</p>

<p>"At the end of the night, we did not find a threat,"&nbsp;Miller said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The base's official account tweeted shortly before 2 am that they had been "given the All Clear. Lockdown has been lifted".</p>

<p>Miller added roughly 100 people barricaded themselves in rooms during the incident.</p>

<p>The facility's loudspeakers -- which had been blaring for several hours so loudly it could be heard outside the base -- broadcast the all-clear, according to WHIOTV.</p>


A US Air Force base was given the all-clear Friday, facility officials said, lifting a four-hour lockdown following reports of an active shooter. The Ohio base shut down at roughly 9:25 pm (0125 GMT Friday) with security forces sweeping the three-storey National Air and Space Intelligence Center.

A US Air Force base was given the all-clear Friday, facility officials said, lifting a four-hour lockdown following reports of an active shooter. The Ohio base shut down at roughly 9:25 pm (0125 GMT Friday) with security forces sweeping the three-storey National Air and Space Intelligence Center. Installation Commander Colonel Patrick Miller told local media WHIOTV that two people reported hearing a single gunshot in the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, prompting the search. "At the end of the night, we did not find a threat," Miller said. The base's official account tweeted shortly before 2 am that they had been "given the All Clear. Lockdown has been lifted". Miller added roughly 100 people barricaded themselves in rooms during the incident. The facility's loudspeakers -- which had been blaring for several hours so loudly it could be heard outside the base -- broadcast the all-clear, according to WHIOTV.

US air base gives all-clear after active shooter reports

<p>A US Congressional committee probing January 6 Capitol Hill attack has asked &nbsp;35 telephone, email and social media companies to preserve records which can be relevant to its investigation. Reuters quoted source to say that these records include those of US President Donald Trump, Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr.</p>

<p>In a statement revealing the data preservation requests, a spokesperson for the House of Representatives' Jan. 6 investigation committee, led by Democrat Bennie Thompson, said it had "sent letters to 35 private-sector entities, including telecommunications, email, and social media companies, instructing them to preserve records" which could be "relevant" to the committee's inquiry.</p>

<p>"The Select Committee is at this point gathering facts, not alleging wrongdoing by any individual," the statement added.</p>

<p>This marked the House committee's latest round of requests after last week ordering federal agencies and social media companies to hand over records related to the violence and the events leading up to it.</p>

<p>Trump supporters stormed the Capitol as Congress was meeting to certify Biden's victory. Nearly 600 people have been arrested in connection with the attack.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A US Congressional committee probing January 6 Capitol Hill attack has asked 35 telephone, email and social media companies to preserve records which can be relevant to its investigation.

A US Congressional committee probing January 6 Capitol Hill attack has asked 35 telephone, email and social media companies to preserve records which can be relevant to its investigation. Reuters quoted source to say that these records include those of US President Donald Trump, Ivanka Trump and Donald Trump Jr. In a statement revealing the data preservation requests, a spokesperson for the House of Representatives' Jan. 6 investigation committee, led by Democrat Bennie Thompson, said it had "sent letters to 35 private-sector entities, including telecommunications, email, and social media companies, instructing them to preserve records" which could be "relevant" to the committee's inquiry. "The Select Committee is at this point gathering facts, not alleging wrongdoing by any individual," the statement added. This marked the House committee's latest round of requests after last week ordering federal agencies and social media companies to hand over records related to the violence and the events leading up to it. Trump supporters stormed the Capitol as Congress was meeting to certify Biden's victory. Nearly 600 people have been arrested in connection with the attack. (With inputs from agencies)

Capitol Hill attack: Congress committee asks telecom companies to preserve Trump's call records

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