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Activist allegedly assaulted with spray paint by business owner at Worcester City Council

A Worcester restaurant owner is charged with assault for allegedly spray-painting an activist during a City Council meeting, intensifying concerns about activism safety.
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Four women runners brutally killed in Kenya: It's no longer safe for any athlete'

The tragic attack on Rebecca Cheptegei highlights the dangers of domestic violence and its impact on families.

64-year-old mom jumps from third-floor NYC apartment to escape knife-wielding son: sources

A woman jumped from a third-floor window to escape her son who was threatening her with a knife.

Man assaults and nearly kidnaps girlfriend who wanted to break up, California cops say

A man was arrested for assault and attempted kidnapping of his girlfriend after she sought to break up with him.

Man jailed after septic tank death threat to ex-girlfriend

Michael Galvin was jailed for making serious threats and physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend, deeply distressing her.

Four women runners brutally killed in Kenya: It's no longer safe for any athlete'

The tragic attack on Rebecca Cheptegei highlights the dangers of domestic violence and its impact on families.

64-year-old mom jumps from third-floor NYC apartment to escape knife-wielding son: sources

A woman jumped from a third-floor window to escape her son who was threatening her with a knife.

Man assaults and nearly kidnaps girlfriend who wanted to break up, California cops say

A man was arrested for assault and attempted kidnapping of his girlfriend after she sought to break up with him.

Man jailed after septic tank death threat to ex-girlfriend

Michael Galvin was jailed for making serious threats and physically assaulting his ex-girlfriend, deeply distressing her.
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Man Slashed Inside NYC Subway Station, No Arrests Made Yet

Manhattan police are searching for a suspect who slashed a man at a train station, leaving the victim in stable condition.

'It doesn't feel like we're any closer to justice'

The attack on Tom Savage was unprovoked and left him with severe, life-altering injuries.

Greenpoint street attack leads to three-and-a-half-year prison sentence for Bushwick man

A Brooklyn man was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for a random knife attack that injured two individuals in Greenpoint.

Brooklyn Man Sentenced For Greenpoint Knife Attack

Michael Ruiz was sentenced to 3.5 years for a violent, random knife attack, highlighting the serious consequences for such actions in Brooklyn.

Brute strangles woman unconscious outside Times Square hotel, leaving her clinging to life

A violent assault occurred outside a Times Square hotel, leaving a woman unconscious and struggling for her life.

Upper East Side assault: Cops search for suspect who attacked 84-year-old woman | amNewYork

An 84-year-old woman was assaulted in an unprovoked attack on the Upper East Side, prompting a manhunt for the suspect.

Man Slashed Inside NYC Subway Station, No Arrests Made Yet

Manhattan police are searching for a suspect who slashed a man at a train station, leaving the victim in stable condition.

'It doesn't feel like we're any closer to justice'

The attack on Tom Savage was unprovoked and left him with severe, life-altering injuries.

Greenpoint street attack leads to three-and-a-half-year prison sentence for Bushwick man

A Brooklyn man was sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for a random knife attack that injured two individuals in Greenpoint.

Brooklyn Man Sentenced For Greenpoint Knife Attack

Michael Ruiz was sentenced to 3.5 years for a violent, random knife attack, highlighting the serious consequences for such actions in Brooklyn.

Brute strangles woman unconscious outside Times Square hotel, leaving her clinging to life

A violent assault occurred outside a Times Square hotel, leaving a woman unconscious and struggling for her life.

Upper East Side assault: Cops search for suspect who attacked 84-year-old woman | amNewYork

An 84-year-old woman was assaulted in an unprovoked attack on the Upper East Side, prompting a manhunt for the suspect.
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Cops renew plea to identify suspects behind anti-Palestinian attack on couple * Brooklyn Paper

NYPD is investigating an anti-Palestinian assault on a couple in Fort Greene, seeking public assistance to identify the suspects.

Police Seek Man Who Groped Girl On Crown Heights Subway

A 15-year-old girl was assaulted on a train in Crown Heights, prompting police investigations and highlighting safety concerns in public transit.

Police Search For Suspect Who Stabbed Man in Eye on Bay Ridge Subway Platform

A man was stabbed in the eye on a subway platform in Bay Ridge by an unidentified assailant.

Teen miscreant pummels man, 67, who confronted him for hanging out in front of NYC building: cops

A teenager assaulted a senior citizen after being confronted for loitering, demonstrating rising youth-related violence.
The incident occurred in broad daylight, raising concerns about safety in public spaces.

Bronx cops seek suspect for group assault in supermarket parking lot | amNewYork

Bronx detectives are investigating an assault incident involving multiple victims following a verbal dispute outside a supermarket.

Cops renew plea to identify suspects behind anti-Palestinian attack on couple * Brooklyn Paper

NYPD is investigating an anti-Palestinian assault on a couple in Fort Greene, seeking public assistance to identify the suspects.

Police Seek Man Who Groped Girl On Crown Heights Subway

A 15-year-old girl was assaulted on a train in Crown Heights, prompting police investigations and highlighting safety concerns in public transit.

Police Search For Suspect Who Stabbed Man in Eye on Bay Ridge Subway Platform

A man was stabbed in the eye on a subway platform in Bay Ridge by an unidentified assailant.

Teen miscreant pummels man, 67, who confronted him for hanging out in front of NYC building: cops

A teenager assaulted a senior citizen after being confronted for loitering, demonstrating rising youth-related violence.
The incident occurred in broad daylight, raising concerns about safety in public spaces.

Bronx cops seek suspect for group assault in supermarket parking lot | amNewYork

Bronx detectives are investigating an assault incident involving multiple victims following a verbal dispute outside a supermarket.
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NYC homeless woman arrested for back-to-back unprovoked attacks on strangers, then cut loose: DA

A homeless woman was released from court after allegedly assaulting two men, raising concerns about legal responses for mentally disturbed individuals.

Police Search For 6 Suspects in Assault, Robbery in Sunset Park

Police are seeking public assistance in identifying suspects involved in a violent robbery in Sunset Park.

Subway Operator Got Beat Up For Asking Man To Stop Smoking Weed: NYPD

A subway operator was assaulted in Brooklyn after asking a man to stop smoking marijuana.

Man stabbed London Charing Cross station staff in back when they turned away for help

A man was jailed for stabbing a railway staff member during a disturbance at Charing Cross station, highlighting knife crime issues in public transport.

Woman attacked by stranger near south-east London train station

A woman was attacked at Abbey Wood Railway Station, sustaining injuries that required ongoing treatment.

Maniac attacks MTA driver in fit of rage - because he missed the bus: cops

A man attacked an MTA bus driver after missing his bus, resulting in minor injuries to the driver and leading to a police investigation.

NYC homeless woman arrested for back-to-back unprovoked attacks on strangers, then cut loose: DA

A homeless woman was released from court after allegedly assaulting two men, raising concerns about legal responses for mentally disturbed individuals.

Police Search For 6 Suspects in Assault, Robbery in Sunset Park

Police are seeking public assistance in identifying suspects involved in a violent robbery in Sunset Park.

Subway Operator Got Beat Up For Asking Man To Stop Smoking Weed: NYPD

A subway operator was assaulted in Brooklyn after asking a man to stop smoking marijuana.

Man stabbed London Charing Cross station staff in back when they turned away for help

A man was jailed for stabbing a railway staff member during a disturbance at Charing Cross station, highlighting knife crime issues in public transport.

Woman attacked by stranger near south-east London train station

A woman was attacked at Abbey Wood Railway Station, sustaining injuries that required ongoing treatment.

Maniac attacks MTA driver in fit of rage - because he missed the bus: cops

A man attacked an MTA bus driver after missing his bus, resulting in minor injuries to the driver and leading to a police investigation.
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Man doused with bleach' in assault at busy street market in Hackney

A man was assaulted with bleach at a street market in Hackney, prompting a police investigation.

Pictures from the scene as emergency services flock to Danson Park assault

A man was tasered and arrested at Danson Park following an assault, and was subsequently taken to hospital by ambulance services.

Man in his 40s 'assaulted' and left with facial injuries after incident in Dagenham

A man in his 40s sustained facial injuries from an assault in Dagenham but is not facing life-threatening conditions.

Man doused with bleach' in assault at busy street market in Hackney

A man was assaulted with bleach at a street market in Hackney, prompting a police investigation.

Pictures from the scene as emergency services flock to Danson Park assault

A man was tasered and arrested at Danson Park following an assault, and was subsequently taken to hospital by ambulance services.

Man in his 40s 'assaulted' and left with facial injuries after incident in Dagenham

A man in his 40s sustained facial injuries from an assault in Dagenham but is not facing life-threatening conditions.
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#hate-crime

Woman Charged With Hate Crime in Pepper-Spraying of Muslim Uber Driver

The incident involving Shohel Mahmud and Jennifer Guilbeault escalated from a normal Uber ride to a racially charged assault motivated by prejudice.

7 Salisbury U. Students Beat Person Because of Sexual Orientation, Police Say

Seven students were charged with assault and hate crimes for violently attacking a man due to his sexual orientation.

New York woman who pepper-sprayed Muslim Uber driver indicted for hate crime

A woman has been indicted on hate crime charges for pepper-spraying a Muslim Uber driver while he was praying.

NY detective charged with hate crime after exploding on black cellular service worker, using racial slur

A Long Island detective faces hate crime charges after a racially charged altercation with a service worker.

Two gay men, a DJ and a model, were assaulted in D.C. on the same night. Police need info (exclusive)

The recent assaults on gay men in D.C. highlight the alarming rise in violence against the LGBTQ+ community.

Man accused of placing a noose on the neck of 14-year-old boy who revealed he's gay

A man was arrested for allegedly tying a noose around a boy's neck after he admitted to being gay.

Woman Charged With Hate Crime in Pepper-Spraying of Muslim Uber Driver

The incident involving Shohel Mahmud and Jennifer Guilbeault escalated from a normal Uber ride to a racially charged assault motivated by prejudice.

7 Salisbury U. Students Beat Person Because of Sexual Orientation, Police Say

Seven students were charged with assault and hate crimes for violently attacking a man due to his sexual orientation.

New York woman who pepper-sprayed Muslim Uber driver indicted for hate crime

A woman has been indicted on hate crime charges for pepper-spraying a Muslim Uber driver while he was praying.

NY detective charged with hate crime after exploding on black cellular service worker, using racial slur

A Long Island detective faces hate crime charges after a racially charged altercation with a service worker.

Two gay men, a DJ and a model, were assaulted in D.C. on the same night. Police need info (exclusive)

The recent assaults on gay men in D.C. highlight the alarming rise in violence against the LGBTQ+ community.

Man accused of placing a noose on the neck of 14-year-old boy who revealed he's gay

A man was arrested for allegedly tying a noose around a boy's neck after he admitted to being gay.
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#san-francisco

Man arrested for alleged vicious attack on female Safeway employee in SF: police

A Safeway employee was violently attacked by a customer in San Francisco, leading to the arrest of the assailant.

Video: S.F. Target security guard took cash from man, Tased and beat him

A Target security guard forcibly took money from Shan Bowerman and used a Taser on him, leading to potential assault charges.

Man arrested for alleged vicious attack on female Safeway employee in SF: police

A Safeway employee was violently attacked by a customer in San Francisco, leading to the arrest of the assailant.

Video: S.F. Target security guard took cash from man, Tased and beat him

A Target security guard forcibly took money from Shan Bowerman and used a Taser on him, leading to potential assault charges.
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Man (30s) arrested after body of man (60s) discovered in five-star Laois hotel

A homicide investigation is underway after a man was found dead in a Laois hotel, with a suspect arrested on the scene.
#police-investigation

Suspect, 57, charged with murder of pensioner in Covent Garden

A 57-year-old suspect has been charged with murder following the death of 74-year-old James O'Neill, who was assaulted two weeks prior.

'Angry' mum wants justice' for daughter, 14, attacked in Belvedere park

Victim Lacey, assaulted by a group, leaves her and her family seeking justice and safety.

2nd man arrested following protest outside Hindu temple in Brampton | CBC News

Two arrests made in connection with violent protests in Brampton, highlighting rising tensions around community demonstrations.

Suspect, 57, charged with murder of pensioner in Covent Garden

A 57-year-old suspect has been charged with murder following the death of 74-year-old James O'Neill, who was assaulted two weeks prior.

'Angry' mum wants justice' for daughter, 14, attacked in Belvedere park

Victim Lacey, assaulted by a group, leaves her and her family seeking justice and safety.

2nd man arrested following protest outside Hindu temple in Brampton | CBC News

Two arrests made in connection with violent protests in Brampton, highlighting rising tensions around community demonstrations.
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#inquest

Man whose punch led to death on night out refuses to answer questions

Thomas Spicer's punch led to Riccardo Holness's death, raising questions regarding the use of force in self-defense and the subsequent legal implications.

Dad who died from punch at bar posed no threat to anyone, says bouncer

The inquest into Riccardo Holness's death revealed conflicting witness statements regarding the circumstances of the altercation with Thomas Spicer.

Man whose punch led to death on night out refuses to answer questions

Thomas Spicer's punch led to Riccardo Holness's death, raising questions regarding the use of force in self-defense and the subsequent legal implications.

Dad who died from punch at bar posed no threat to anyone, says bouncer

The inquest into Riccardo Holness's death revealed conflicting witness statements regarding the circumstances of the altercation with Thomas Spicer.
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Straphanger slashed on Midtown subway train: NYPD | amNewYork

A man was slashed on a Midtown subway train during a verbal dispute, resulting in minor injuries.

Buckshot Breaks His Silence After Vicious Assault Left Him Hospitalized

Buckshot expresses gratitude for support after being assaulted and calls for community unity against violence.
He highlights the assault as part of ongoing disputes, urging the community to work towards making New York safer.

Straphanger slashed on Midtown subway train: NYPD | amNewYork

A man was slashed on a Midtown subway train during a verbal dispute, resulting in minor injuries.

Buckshot Breaks His Silence After Vicious Assault Left Him Hospitalized

Buckshot expresses gratitude for support after being assaulted and calls for community unity against violence.
He highlights the assault as part of ongoing disputes, urging the community to work towards making New York safer.
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Black Moon's Buckshot speaks out for first time since being viciously beaten in Brooklyn

Buckshot of Black Moon confirmed he was assaulted in Brooklyn over a property dispute, expressing concern for violence in his community.
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Screwball with 23 prior arrests stabs NYC vendor who asked him not to sleep near fruit stand: cops

Violence erupted after a fruit vendor confronted a sleep-deprived man, leading to serious injuries and multiple charges against the attacker.

Thousand Oaks nursing home resident arrested on suspicion of killing his roommate

A Thousand Oaks nursing home resident is arrested on suspicion of killing his roommate during a violent incident at the facility.

Screwball with 23 prior arrests stabs NYC vendor who asked him not to sleep near fruit stand: cops

Violence erupted after a fruit vendor confronted a sleep-deprived man, leading to serious injuries and multiple charges against the attacker.

Thousand Oaks nursing home resident arrested on suspicion of killing his roommate

A Thousand Oaks nursing home resident is arrested on suspicion of killing his roommate during a violent incident at the facility.
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Man accused of sucker-punching senior on Upper West Side undergoing psychiatric evaluation | amNewYork

Hansel Esparragoza's arraignment for assaulting a senior has been delayed due to a pending mental health evaluation.

Upstate NY author allegedly beat up stranger for wearing Trump 2024 hat inside Tops supermarket

An author was charged for allegedly assaulting a Trump supporter in a supermarket, highlighting escalating political tensions.

'Agitated' man kills 72-year-old roommate at care facility, California cops say

A 58-year-old man, Thomas Buckley, is accused of murdering his 72-year-old roommate in a California care facility.

EastEnders star Scott Maslen accused of assaulting disabled man in Regent's Park dog poo row

Scott Maslen allegedly assaulted disabled man after a dispute over dog waste, leaving the victim with significant injuries including a fractured eye socket.
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Passenger 'punched' on Elizabeth Line after intervening in 'racial abuse'

Police are searching for a man after he allegedly racially abused and assaulted two passengers on the Elizabeth Line.

Hunt for man after woman kicked in leg at Abbey Wood train station

Police are seeking help identifying a man involved in an assault on a woman at Abbey Wood station, which caused her severe injuries.

Passenger 'punched' on Elizabeth Line after intervening in 'racial abuse'

Police are searching for a man after he allegedly racially abused and assaulted two passengers on the Elizabeth Line.

Hunt for man after woman kicked in leg at Abbey Wood train station

Police are seeking help identifying a man involved in an assault on a woman at Abbey Wood station, which caused her severe injuries.
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Man Repeatedly Punched Sleeping Passenger on Flight, Authorities Say

A passenger was brutally assaulted on a United Airlines flight, prompting immediate intervention from others, highlighting safety concerns in air travel.

East Village subway stabber indicted; faces assault, weapons charges

A subway stabbing incident in Manhattan led to the indictment of Raymond Kwok, highlighting public safety concerns in transit systems.
#police

Public School Teacher Accused Of Strangling Brooklyn Student: NYPD

A teacher in Brooklyn was arrested for allegedly strangling a 15-year-old student, leading to multiple criminal charges.

Labour MP Mike Amesbury filmed punching man to the ground in Cheshire

A Labour MP was filmed violently assaulting a man after reportedly feeling threatened on the street.

Man rushed to hospital after assault in Danson Park

A man was hospitalized following an assault in Danson Park, and police used a Taser to arrest the suspect after he fled the scene.

Public School Teacher Accused Of Strangling Brooklyn Student: NYPD

A teacher in Brooklyn was arrested for allegedly strangling a 15-year-old student, leading to multiple criminal charges.

Labour MP Mike Amesbury filmed punching man to the ground in Cheshire

A Labour MP was filmed violently assaulting a man after reportedly feeling threatened on the street.

Man rushed to hospital after assault in Danson Park

A man was hospitalized following an assault in Danson Park, and police used a Taser to arrest the suspect after he fled the scene.
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Halloween clown attacked with medical device' at ultimate scare-fest' event

Staff member at Zip World's Halloween event attacked with a medical device, leading to hospital treatment and creating a chaotic scene for attendees.
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Oakland Woman Attacked by Violent Group in Downtown Oakland, Says Bystanders Refused to Help

An unprovoked attack on a woman in Oakland raises concerns about safety and community response.

Mother (45) jailed for 'vicious' bottle attack on garda's wife that left victim needing 28 stitches to face

A mother received a three-year prison sentence for assaulting a garda's wife with a bottle in a shocking incident.

Oakland Woman Attacked by Violent Group in Downtown Oakland, Says Bystanders Refused to Help

An unprovoked attack on a woman in Oakland raises concerns about safety and community response.

Mother (45) jailed for 'vicious' bottle attack on garda's wife that left victim needing 28 stitches to face

A mother received a three-year prison sentence for assaulting a garda's wife with a bottle in a shocking incident.
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Three men accused of torturing woman who was allegedly burned with 'makeshift blowtorch' refused bail

Three men charged with serious assault and false imprisonment were denied bail due to the severity of the offense and the nature of injuries inflicted.

Marwan Barghouti brutally' assaulted in Israeli prison, rights groups say

Palestinian leader Marwan Barghouti allegedly suffers serious injuries from an assault while in solitary confinement in an Israeli prison.
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Girl, 13, who spat at Bexleyheath shop worker admits racially aggravated assault

A 13-year-old has pleaded guilty to racially aggravated assault after an incident involving a shop worker.

Girl, 13, allegedly racially abused and spat at Bexleyheath shop worker

A young girl has been charged with racially aggravated assault and criminal damage following an incident at a retail store.

Girl, 13, who spat at Bexleyheath shop worker admits racially aggravated assault

A 13-year-old has pleaded guilty to racially aggravated assault after an incident involving a shop worker.

Girl, 13, allegedly racially abused and spat at Bexleyheath shop worker

A young girl has been charged with racially aggravated assault and criminal damage following an incident at a retail store.
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A meeting about the end of single-family zoning put Berkeley's housing debate on display. It got ugly.

A public meeting in Berkeley escalated into a confrontation over a controversial rezoning plan, prompting Councilmember Kesarwani to file a police report.

Teen allegedly drags Bay Area assistant principal by hair during homecoming

A 16-year-old student assaulted an assistant principal during a homecoming dance, leading to serious charges including battery and kidnapping.

A beloved West Hollywood valet was beaten unconscious. His alleged attacker is now behind bars

Dorian Michael Gray was arrested for severely assaulting valet Frankie Zarazua, leaving him with serious injuries including a brain injury requiring extensive rehabilitation.

Brothers of All-Ireland-winning hurler Kyle Hayes appear in court over alleged hurley attack

Two brothers, Cian and Daragh Hayes, have been accused of assaulting a man with hurleys and will stand trial on October 23.
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