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Loaded handgun recovered following road rage event

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- An East Nassau man was arrested on July 4 following a road rage incident that led to a crash on I-90 in Albany. Jordan L. Mccullen, 32, was charged with Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the second degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the third degree, Criminal Use of a Firearm in the second degree, Reckless Endangerment in the first degree, Menacing in the second degree and other Vehicle and Traffic Law violations.  Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police say the incident occurred around 4:21 p.m. Investigations determined that Mccullen became engaged in a road rage altercation, during which he reportedly displayed and shot a firearm in the victim's direction. The two vehicles collided and became disabled.Police conducted a search of the vehicle and the surrounding area with the aid of a State Police K9. A loaded handgun was recovered. Police say no one was injured.Mccullen was arrested and a...

1 dead after UTV crash in Columbia County

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

GALLATIN, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- One person has died after a UTV crash in Columbia County. New York State Police named Marlene VonHagen, 61, of Pleasantville, as the person who was killed. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The crash took place on Crock Road in Gallatin on July 1 around 2:20 p.m., said police. Troopers and Good Samaritans at the scene lifted the UTV off of the two passengers who were pinned underneath.Both passengers were transported to Columbia Memorial Hospital. The driver of the UTV was uninjured, said police. However, VonHagen was in critical condition and was pronounced dead at the hospital. Police said the investigation remains ongoing.

Rivers Casino hosting cornhole tournament fundraiser

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Schenectady Rotary Club is partnering with the Adirondack Cornhole League to present their second annual Cornhole for a Cause tournament. The event will be held at the Rivers Casino & Resort event space on July 9. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The all-day double-elimination tournament will have four divisions separated by experience level, with each division having games for singles and doubles. Proceeds from the event will benefit William C. Keane Elementary School. Players are guaranteed 7 games each as they compete for over $2,000 in total prizes. The event will also feature drawings, auctions, raffles, and live music from DJ Cassius. Niskayuna Farmers Market returns for the season General admission to Cornhole for a Cause costs $5. Tournament registration is $25 per player per event for ACL members, and $35 per player per event for non-members. You can pre-register for the tournam...

Man dead, six others hurt after St. Francois County highway crash

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

ST. FRANCOIS COUNTY, Mo. - One man died, and six others are hurt after a highway crash Thursday afternoon in St. Francois County. The Missouri State Highway Patrol reports that Wyatt Vangundy, 26, of French Village, Missouri, died in the crash. Next of kin has been notified. The crash happened just after the noon hour Thursday on Route Y, just west of Critter Lane Road. What is causing the mysterious St. Louis County hum? Investigators say Vangundy was driving alone and heading eastbound on Route Y. Another car with six people was traveling westbound on the highway. MSHP says Vangundy failed to negotiate a left turn, went into the westbound lane and struck the car head-on. Both cars travelled off the roadway after the collision. Vangundy was rushed to the hospital, but later died from his injuries. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily News ...

Denver partnership aims to expand mental health services, address youth violence

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

To address youth violence, eight Denver schools would get an additional staffer focused on student behavior next school year, under a proposed city council ordinance.The proposed pilot program also would add a mobile team going from school to school, addressing mental health needs, supporting behavioral health and providing referrals.Denver has seen high rates of youth violence over the last five years.A plan published in 2020 noted measures that the community could take to reduce violence. But with the onset of the COVID pandemic, no action resulted.Read more on Chalkbeat Colorado.Chalkbeat Colorado is a nonprofit news organization covering education issues. For more, visit chalkbeat.org/co.

Anaheim pet care business employee abused dogs, police say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

A Fountain Valley woman is facing a felony charge of animal abuse for her alleged actions while employed at a dog care and boarding business in Anaheim.The owners of the business located in the 4500 block of East Eisenhower Circle reported the abuse allegations to Orange County Animal Care, which then contacted the Anaheim Police Department to arrest 24-year-old Michelle Navarrete, police said in a news release. Navarrete, who had worked at the business for about three years, "had committed several acts of animal abuse against dogs under the business' care," police said.She was arrested Thursday afternoon and released from the Anaheim Police Department Detention Facility after posting $20,000 bail. The investigation is ongoing, and "detectives are working to determine how many dogs have been affected or injured," the release said. Anyone with information about Navarrete or anyone who believes their pets have been abused or neglected at the business is asked to contact detectives at ...

Hemet man remains at large after stabbing girlfriend, teen boy, police say

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

The Hemet Police Department is looking for a man who allegedly stabbed his girlfriend and her teenage son Thursday evening.At about 9:30 p.m., police received a call that a mother had been stabbed by her boyfriend near the 1400 block of East Menlo Avenue, officials said in a press release. When officers arrived, they found it was not just the mother but a 15-year-old boy who had each been stabbed multiple times."Both victims were taken to a local hospital; as of this morning, both victims were in stable condition," police said.The suspected assailant, 36-year-old Hemet resident Miguel Pimentel, fled the scene on foot, though he remains on the loose after a search of the mobile home park where he was believed to be, police said. Anyone with information is asked to contact Officer Nolan Solorzano at 951-765-2400 or provide anonymous information through the Hemet Police Department's free smartphone app, available for iOS and Android devices.

Conrad Ahrens Arrested after DUI Accident on West Sunset Road [Tucson, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

68-Year-Old Driver Arrested after Multi-Vehicle DUI Collision on La Canada DriveTUCSON, AZ (July 7, 2023) – Tuesday evening, two victims were hurt and Conrad Ahrens was arrested after a DUI crash on West Sunset Road.Authorities responded to the scene around 8:30 p.m., near La Canada Drive on July 4th.Per reports, 68-year-old Ahrens was driving a Jeep Wrangler northbound recklessly and eventually rear-ended another vehicle. He then continued driving south in the northbound lanes of La Canada Drive and struck another car.Amidst the chaos, the Jeep ended up on its side and Ahrens exited the vehicle and ran away on foot.Following preliminary duties, officers located and arrested Ahrens. Police booked him into the Pima County Adult Detention Complex with two counts of aggravated assault, wrong-way DUI, felony criminal damage and hit-and-run.In addition, paramedics took two victims to a nearby hospital, one with life-threatening injuries.Alcohol impairs thinking, reasoning, and musc...

Man Hurt in Pedestrian Collision on Grand Avenue [San Diego, CA]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

29-Year-Old Man Injured in Pedestrian Accident near Everts StreetSAN DIEGO, CA (July 7, 2023) – Early Saturday morning, one man sustained injuries in a pedestrian collision on Grand Avenue.The incident occurred around 1:46 a.m., at the intersection of 1200 Grand Avenue and Everts Street.According to the investigators, a pedestrian walking southbound ran into a path of a Honda Accord traveling east on the Grand Avenue No. 1 lane.Eventually, medical responders arrived and transported the 29-year-old male pedestrian to a hospital for non-life-threatening injuries. Meanwhile, the 25-year-old male driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigators.At this time, The San Diego Police Department Traffic Division is leading the investigation. Authorities are determining whether drugs or alcohol played a role in the incident.Those who witnessed the Grand Avenue pedestrian crash are encouraged to contact the SDPD or Crime Stoppers at 888-580-8477.Whether you are a driver or...

Esteban Espinoza-Lopez, Majid Al Juhaishi, and Tessa Jeffrey Killed in Red-Light Crash on Thunderbird Road [Phoenix, AZ]

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 10:48:01 GMT

Three Dead, Two Hospitalized after Red-Light Collision near Interstate 17PHOENIX, AZ (July 7, 2023) – Monday night, Esteban Espinoza-Lopez, Majid Al Juhaishi, and Tessa Jeffrey died in a red-light crash.Police arrived to the scene on Thunderbird Road, near Interstate 17 around 11:00 p.m., on July 3rd.Officers say the driver of a white Chevrolet Camaro was heading west on Thunderbird and ran a red light, consequently colliding with a red Chevrolet Traverse. Upon impact, the Traverse then struck a nearby Subaru that was stopped at the intersection.Emergency crews located the Camaro engulfed in flames upon arrival.Medics transported a passenger inside the Camaro, 21-year-old Espinoza Lopez to a hospital where he later died. Personnel also took the driver of the red Traverse, 54-year-old Juhashai to a hospital where he eventually succumbed to his injuries.Investigators say a female passenger inside the red Traverse, 41-year-old Jeffrey was not wearing a seat belt and was ejected o...