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Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
9 hours ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Television
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Dr. Phil-hosted NYPD reality show set for release in court settlement | amNewYork

A settlement allows Dr. Phil's NYPD reality show to be released with police department's final editorial control.
#brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago
New York City

Brooklyn stabbing: Man hospitalized after being assaulted during argument, cops say | amNewYork

fromCbsnews
2 days ago
Brooklyn

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

Boston
fromNew York Post
15 hours ago

NYC mom of two ID'd after being killed by Brooklyn ambulance - that kept driving after hitting her

A Brooklyn nurse, Cherry Cayetano Sobel, was struck and killed by a Maimonides Medical Center ambulance that did not stop.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Woman killed by ambulance driver in Brooklyn hit-and-run, sources say

A woman was killed in Brooklyn after being struck by an ambulance that fled the scene.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Brooklyn stabbing: Man hospitalized after being assaulted during argument, cops say | amNewYork

A man was hospitalized after being stabbed during an argument outside a Brooklyn apartment complex.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 days ago

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle while crossing a street in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Breaking: Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Woman on Deadly Ocean Avenue - Streetsblog New York City

A hit-and-run driver killed a woman at a dangerous Brooklyn intersection, highlighting ongoing issues with speeding and pedestrian safety.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
4 minutes ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
#assault
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

2 Boston men accused of assaulting man who hit their car while trying to park

Two men face assault charges after allegedly beating a man who accidentally hit their vehicle while parking.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

2 Boston men accused of assaulting man who hit their car while trying to park

Two men face assault charges after allegedly beating a man who accidentally hit their vehicle while parking.
#self-defense
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
US news
fromFortune
3 days ago

The quadruple amputee cornholer's shooting was in self-defense, lawyer says | Fortune

A quadruple amputee shot and killed a passenger in self-defense during an argument, facing murder charges and a lengthy trial.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
US news
fromFortune
3 days ago

The quadruple amputee cornholer's shooting was in self-defense, lawyer says | Fortune

A quadruple amputee shot and killed a passenger in self-defense during an argument, facing murder charges and a lengthy trial.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

'OPD rendered no aid': Marvin Boomer's loved ones slam police and CHP in legal filing

Oakland police allegedly failed to assist a crash survivor while her boyfriend lay dead, leading to a legal claim of negligence.
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Friday's Headlines: Margin For Terror Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The first three months of 2026 were among the three safest first-three-month periods since records started being kept at the dawn of the Automobile Age, with only 42 fatalities from car crashes in New York City.
Alternative transportation
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
fromThe Local Germany
2 days ago

Man arrested after setting off pyrotechnics on German train, injuring 12

The suspect was locked in a bathroom by passengers after setting off the pyrotechnics, police said in a statement, adding that the man was carrying two knives.
Germany news
Law
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Kelsey Fitzsimmons was found not guilty. Now she's suing.

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a former police officer, was acquitted of assault and is pursuing a civil lawsuit against North Andover town officials.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Minor arrested in death of 12-year-old L.A. student hit by water bottle

A juvenile was arrested for the murder of 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa after a bullying incident at Reseda Charter High School.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
London food
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Emergency responders at scene of serious Dublin city centre accident as Luas services disrupted

A collision at Abbey Street and O'Connell Street in Dublin has caused road closures and disruption to Luas services.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
4 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
5 days ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 days ago

Police van crashes into car on busy south London street - five people rushed to hospital

Five people were hospitalized after a police van and a car collided in south-east London.
Podcast
fromSlate Magazine
5 days ago

A Court Settlement Made Me a Millionaire. I've Barely Touched the Money.

Natalie received over a million dollars in a major abuse settlement after being sexually abused by her university gynecologist.
#queens
Pets
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Police fatally shoot dog in Queens after it bites woman, NYPD says

Police fatally shot a dog in Queens after it attacked a woman, who was hospitalized with injuries.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Queens woman fatally struck by private garbage truck driver while crossing street: cops | amNewYork

A private garbage truck driver struck and killed a 19-year-old woman crossing a street in Queens late Sunday night.
Pets
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Police fatally shoot dog in Queens after it bites woman, NYPD says

Police fatally shot a dog in Queens after it attacked a woman, who was hospitalized with injuries.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Queens woman fatally struck by private garbage truck driver while crossing street: cops | amNewYork

A private garbage truck driver struck and killed a 19-year-old woman crossing a street in Queens late Sunday night.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Hundreds of my abusers are still out there, says victim as grooming inquiry launched

Grooming gangs exploited young girls, with many perpetrators remaining unpunished despite some convictions.
fromNew York Daily News
22 hours ago

Mom of 2 fatally struck by ambulance in Brooklyn was registered nurse

"There's a lot of distractions when you drive an ambulance. They do serious work - but how could they not stop?"
Brooklyn
#metropolitan-police
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

Six Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation after a black child suffered a broken knee during a stop and search incident in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

Six Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation after a black child suffered a broken knee during a stop and search incident in London.
Medicine
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

How Truck Accident Injuries Are Evaluated for Compensation - Social Media Explorer

Truck accidents can cause severe physical and psychological injuries, necessitating comprehensive medical care and accurate documentation for treatment and legal processes.
#sexual-assault
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Boston man charged with sexually assaulting MBTA bus driver

Michael Vandenbroeke faces multiple charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an MBTA bus driver, with a history of violent offenses since 2005.
Boston
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Armed man sought after sexual assault of jogger near Stanford

A woman jogging near Stanford University was sexually assaulted by a man with a handgun.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Boston man charged with sexually assaulting MBTA bus driver

Michael Vandenbroeke faces multiple charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an MBTA bus driver, with a history of violent offenses since 2005.
Boston
fromSFGATE
5 days ago

Armed man sought after sexual assault of jogger near Stanford

A woman jogging near Stanford University was sexually assaulted by a man with a handgun.
#police-shooting
US news
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Police shot and killed Lucien Colón, who brandished a gun during an attempted arrest in a Mott Haven apartment.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Brockton police shoot man who allegedly fired at officers, man sleeping nearby also injured, DA says

Both the driver shot by police and a 71-year-old grazed by a bullet sustained non-life threatening injuries during a police shooting incident.
US news
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Police shot and killed Lucien Colón, who brandished a gun during an attempted arrest in a Mott Haven apartment.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Brockton police shoot man who allegedly fired at officers, man sleeping nearby also injured, DA says

Both the driver shot by police and a 71-year-old grazed by a bullet sustained non-life threatening injuries during a police shooting incident.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

3 state troopers plead not guilty to charges connected to death of recruit after boxing match

Three State Police members pleaded not guilty in the death of a recruit from unsafe training practices.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Woman in critical condition after stabbing in downtown L.A.; suspect arrested

The woman was between 60 and 70 years old. Emergency responders took her to a local hospital, where she remained in critical but stable condition.
Los Angeles
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
3 days ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
Law
fromBloomberglaw
4 days ago

Newborn Death Verdict Displays Tort Law Power in Work Disputes

A $22.5 million verdict against an Ohio company highlights the legal risks of denying medical accommodations for pregnant employees.
#stanford-university
Boston
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Jogger Sexually Assaulted By Armed Man Near Stanford University Campus

Stanford University police are searching for an armed suspect who assaulted a woman jogging near campus.
Boston
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Jogger Sexually Assaulted By Armed Man Near Stanford University Campus

Stanford University police are searching for an armed suspect who assaulted a woman jogging near campus.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I took off my headphones and noticed a stranger in peril

Wearing headphones isolates individuals from their surroundings, while being present enhances awareness and engagement with the world.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Sadiq Khan protection officers leave bag with guns and Taser on south London street'

Armed police officers left a bag with firearms and a Taser on the street, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan police.
Boston
fromFOX 5 Atlanta
2 days ago

7-month-old baby girl fatally shot as mother pushes stroller in Brooklyn

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in East Williamsburg while her mother was pushing her in a stroller.
Law
fromStreetsblog Empire State
5 days ago

Crash Victims, Lawmakers To Hochul: 'We Have A Better Idea To Reform Car Insurance' - Streetsblog Empire State

Victims oppose a proposal to reduce car insurance costs that would limit compensation for injuries from accidents they did not cause.
New York City
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Is Linden Blvd NYC's new 'Boulevard of Death?' 9 dead in crashes on street since 2021.

Linden Boulevard has been labeled the 'Boulevard of Death' due to multiple fatal hit-and-run incidents and ongoing traffic dangers.
#arson
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

A serial arsonist terrorized Hollywood. It ended only after two sisters died in a house fire, authorities say

Jovan Duverne, 39, is accused of starting a series of arson fires in Hollywood, resulting in the deaths of two elderly women.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Three more people arrested in Golders Green ambulance attack investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with an arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in Golders Green.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

A serial arsonist terrorized Hollywood. It ended only after two sisters died in a house fire, authorities say

Jovan Duverne, 39, is accused of starting a series of arson fires in Hollywood, resulting in the deaths of two elderly women.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Three more people arrested in Golders Green ambulance attack investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with an arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in Golders Green.
#911
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago
NYC politics

A moral injury': City sued over not releasing information on Lower Manhattan air quality danger after 9/11 attack | amNewYork

NYC politics
from710 WOR
4 days ago

NYC Sued Again Over Hidden 9/11 Ground Zero Toxin Records | 710 WOR

New York City faces a lawsuit for refusing to release records on cancer-causing toxins from 9/11, impacting over 81,000 affected individuals.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

A moral injury': City sued over not releasing information on Lower Manhattan air quality danger after 9/11 attack | amNewYork

Advocates are suing New York City for transparency regarding air quality information post-9/11 to seek accountability and answers, not compensation.
#traffic-accident
fromGothamist
5 days ago
NYC parents

Teen killed when private garbage truck driver hits her in Queens crosswalk, NYPD says

fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
Mission District

Driver Strikes, Seriously Injures Two Pedestrians, Then Hits Oncoming Car in SF's Mission District

fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Family of man killed in Brooklyn crash involving firetruck planning to take legal action

fromGothamist
5 days ago
NYC parents

Teen killed when private garbage truck driver hits her in Queens crosswalk, NYPD says

Mission District
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Driver Strikes, Seriously Injures Two Pedestrians, Then Hits Oncoming Car in SF's Mission District

Two pedestrians suffered potentially life-threatening injuries in San Francisco's Mission District after being struck by a driver who then collided with an oncoming vehicle, injuring four additional passengers.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
2 weeks ago

Family of man killed in Brooklyn crash involving firetruck planning to take legal action

Family of 78-year-old killed in Brooklyn crash involving FDNY truck and Access-A-Ride bus plans legal action against multiple parties involved in the incident.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Former ally of ex-sheriff sues county over rumors

A former assistant has sued ex-San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus over alleged drug use and inappropriate conduct during her campaign.
fromThe Washington Post
2 days ago

Death of refugee left in parking lot by Border Patrol ruled a homicide

Shah Alam was 'a blind man who could not speak English and left outside a closed Tim Hortons coffee shop completely defenseless against the bitter cold February night by Donald Trump's Department of Homeland Security,' New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said. 'Every individual involved in the death of Mr. Shah Alam must be held fully accountable.'
US news
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Suspect arrested in stabbing near Northeastern University

A Boston man was arrested for a stabbing near Northeastern University, with the victim suffering nonlife-threatening injuries.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Man accused of injuring seven people with car in Derby appears in court

Sandhu Ponnachan, 36, of Chariot Close, Alvaston, appeared at Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court on Wednesday, charged with six counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, one count of attempted grievous bodily harm, and one count of possession of a bladed article.
London politics
Law
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 week ago

How to Gather Evidence After a Bicycle Accident for a Strong Case - Social Media Explorer

Gathering evidence after an accident is crucial for legal claims and insurance settlements, influencing liability and recovery outcomes.
#hit-and-run
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Brooklyn hospital EMTs suspended after woman, 44, fatally struck by ambulance

A woman was killed in a hit-and-run by a private ambulance in Brooklyn, leading to paramedics' suspension pending investigation.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Pedestrian killed in Roxbury hit-and-run

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Roxbury, and the driver fled the scene.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Brooklyn hospital EMTs suspended after woman, 44, fatally struck by ambulance

A woman was killed in a hit-and-run by a private ambulance in Brooklyn, leading to paramedics' suspension pending investigation.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Pedestrian killed in Roxbury hit-and-run

A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident in Roxbury, and the driver fled the scene.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Mass. man charged with murdering wife, allegedly told 911 operator 'my gun went off'

Mark Opper called 911 and told an operator: 'I just sh- ... my gun went off. I killed my wife,' indicating a possible admission of guilt.
US news
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

Maimonides EMTs suspended after fatal ambulance hit and run in Midwood, officials say

Two EMTs were suspended after their ambulance hit and killed a woman in Brooklyn and fled the scene.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Boston police officer criminally charged after allegedly leaving loaded gun unsecured in vehicle

A Boston police officer faces charges for improper storage of firearms found unsecured in his vehicle during a domestic dispute investigation.
Boston
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

1 killed, 1 injured in Charlton crash, driver reportedly refused to stop for police

A driver was killed in a head-on collision on Route 20 after a police chase involving a speeding pick-up truck.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

South Boston woman fatally stabbed boyfriend during an argument, police say

Gisselle Pascual pleaded not guilty to manslaughter after allegedly stabbing her boyfriend, Kyle Bradford, during a domestic dispute in South Boston.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
2 days ago

15 people hospitalized, at least 5 displaced after Brownsville fire * Brooklyn Paper

A two-alarm fire in Brownsville hospitalized 15 people and displaced at least five residents from a mixed-use building.
NYC parents
fromPadailypost
4 weeks ago

Police, school district write checks to settle teen's suit alleging excessive force by police

Atherton town government and Sequoia Union High School District settled a lawsuit for $560,000 with a student after police forcibly detained him at school over a toy water gun incident.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

After 7 e-bike incidents in 10 days, Mass. police chief warns of impending 'tragedy'

Recent e-bike incidents in Milford have raised safety concerns, prompting police warnings about potential serious consequences if trends continue.
Brooklyn
fromAol
5 days ago

Veteran, 83, Walking with Cane Dies After Getting Pushed by Stranger onto N.Y.C. Subway Tracks: DA

Richard Williams, 83, died after being pushed onto subway tracks by Bairon Hernandez, who has a criminal record and prior deportations.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Appeals court greenlights bike death suit against city | amNewYork

Olga Cook, who was biking northbound, and the car, driving southbound and turning right across the bike path, had simultaneous green lights, thanks to an outdated system that doesn't meet national street standards known as single phasing. Because of that, the car turned right into Olga Cook, 30, who was biking straight through a green light, believing she had the exclusive right of way.
New York City
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man dies after being hit by police vehicle

A man in his 30s has died after he was hit by a police vehicle on an emergency call in south London. The pedestrian was struck by the marked vehicle on Borough High Street at 00:34 GMT, the Metropolitan Police said. He was given emergency first aid by officers and treated by paramedics from the London Ambulance Service, but died at the scene.
UK news
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

2 people, including child, hit by car in Dorchester

An adult and child were struck by a vehicle in Dorchester Tuesday evening, sustaining minor injuries, while the driver remained at the scene.
Law
fromSocial Media Explorer
1 month ago

What to Expect From the Legal Process After a Catastrophic Accident - Social Media Explorer

Thorough initial investigations and timely legal representation are essential to gather evidence, document circumstances, and shape effective legal strategy.
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

The most dangerous everyday situations and legal help after an accident

HSE data repeatedly show the same patterns. Slips and trips on level ground, manual handling strains, falls from height, and road traffic collisions account for most non-fatal injuries. Beacon Law Solicitors have highlighted that in the 2022-23 reporting year, slips and trips made up roughly a third of employer-reported injuries, with handling and lifting close behind. Those are not anecdotes - they reflect the systems that failed in the real world.
Law
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