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www.cbc.ca
1 week ago
Writing

'We are at a complete loss of words': survivor of Highway 401 wrong-way crash speaks out | CBC News

The survivor of a fatal wrong-way crash on Highway 401 speaks out about losing his parents and son in the collision. [ more ]
Irish Independent
7 hours ago
New York City

Cork father says his son lasted 29 minutes after life support turned off: 'A minute for every year of his life'

Parents deliver powerful victim impact statement in court following the manslaughter of their son in Cork, expressing the enduring trauma and heartbreak experienced. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Brother of Bradford stabbing victim speak of devastation at young mother's death

Tragic incident in Bradford where a young mother was fatally stabbed while pushing her baby through the city center.
Family members express deep sorrow and heartbreak over the loss of the young mother in the brutal attack. [ more ]
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Sacramento Bee
1 week ago
Education

Kindergarten school teacher killed by son she loved 'more than anything,' CA family says

A 57-year-old woman died in her home, leading to the arrest of her son for murder in California. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
London

Man jailed for stabbing his teenage wife to death at their Croydon home

Sahil Sharma, 24, has been jailed for life after pleading guilty to stabbing his 19-year-old wife, Mehak Sharma, to death at their home in London. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Cody Fisher's family scarred for life' after 23-year-old footballer's murder

Young footballer Cody Fisher murdered in planned revenge killing at Birmingham nightclub.
Family and friends devastated by the sudden and brutal loss of Cody Fisher. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Fentanyl, forged wills and fake identities: How double killer plotted couple's deaths

The Baxters were murdered by a trusted IT worker who had gained their confidence.
Despite appearing trustworthy, the IT worker poisoned the Baxters with fentanyl. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Man convicted in Southern California slayings of his 4 children and their grandmother in 2021

Man convicted in the 2021 slayings of his four children and their grandmother in Southern California
The defendant was found guilty of five counts of first-degree murder and three counts of assault on a child causing death. [ more ]
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Miami Herald
2 weeks ago
New York City

Kendall man charged in the shooting death of his son granted house arrest until trial

David Contreras, charged with second-degree murder after the shooting death of his son, was granted house arrest until trial despite objections from state prosecutors. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

Father convicted of murdering his 4 children and their grandmother in their Lancaster home

Man convicted of murdering his four children and their grandmother in Lancaster home
David shot his children to death and also killed their maternal grandmother with a firearm [ more ]
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New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

Daughter allegedly beats mom to death with pan then makes chilling admission on 911 call: sources

Woman beats mother to death with cooking pot and confesses to 911
Incident occurred in Bronx apartment with mental health history
Family expresses shock over the tragic event [ more ]
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Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Son kills father with scissors at senior living complex, officials say. He's sentenced

Man sentenced to prison for fatally stabbing his father with scissors. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Woman comes home to find her 4 kids dead, CA cops say. Their dad is going to prison

Germarcus Lamar David found guilty in 2021 shooting of four kids and mother-in-law in California.
David convicted of five counts of first-degree murder and three counts of assault on a child causing death. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Three women leaving baby shower die in crash with accused drunk driver, CA cops say

Three women died in a collision caused by an accused drunk driver in Pomona, California.
The crash resulted in the death of a woman who was in the process of adopting her 11-year-old nephew. [ more ]
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New York Post
1 week ago
New York City

Ex-con Guy Rivera arraigned on first-degree murder charges in death of NYPD cop Jonathan Diller

Ex-con arraigned on first-degree murder charges in shooting of NYPD cop. [ more ]
Boston.com
4 days ago
New York City

What happened to Cathy Malcolmson?

The disappearance of 16-year-old Cathy Malcolmson in 1985 while riding her bike to work left her family and community in Stow devastated. [ more ]
Irish Independent
3 days ago
New York City

'It's very sad' - Father of young children (39) stabbed to death in Kildare named, as man remains in custody

Gardaí are investigating a potential property dispute that may have led to the death of Ion Daghi. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
New York City

Trial underway for son accused of killing, dismembering his mother in Leslieville | CBC News

The trial of a Toronto man accused of brutally murdering his mother and dismembering her body began, with graphic details of violence. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 day ago
Law

Law Professor Dies In Tragic Triple Homicide

A law professor, Crystal Lynn Welch, was tragically shot and killed alongside her mother and sister in a triple homicide in Mississippi. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Cars

Fourth deceased victim identified in Pleasanton electric vehicle crash

The George family, residents of Pleasanton, tragically lost their lives in an electric vehicle crash caused by potential speed-related factors. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago
UK news

Billionaire Tetra Pak heir Hans Rausing suffers new tragedy as second wife dies

The second wife of Tetra Pak heir Hans Rausing, Julia, passed away after battling cancer, leaving behind a legacy of significant philanthropy with her husband. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Boy died after jumping from runaway truck his dad feared could fall off cliff

A nine-year-old boy died in a tragic incident while his family attempted to jump from a runaway vehicle to avoid it falling off a cliff.
The family's routine trip to water their cows on familiar farmland turned fatal when the vehicle went out of control down an incline. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Mother forced to raise 11k for son's medical bills after he was stabbed in head

Mother devastated by son's stabbing and hefty medical bill
Tharel Thompson remains critical after being attacked in UK nightclub [ more ]
Boston.com
4 weeks ago
Boston

Patrick Clancy completes Boston Marathon in memory of 3 late children

Patrick Clancy raised funds for Boston Children's Hospital by running the Boston Marathon after his children were murdered. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 month ago
California

Grandma killed in hit-and-run while getting tacos for her family, California cops say

A grandmother of six was tragically killed in a hit-and-run while crossing a California street with tacos for her family.
The victim, Janet Young, was described as a selfless person who cherished her grandchildren and remained positive despite challenges. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Crash kills teen brother and sister, California family says. 'Our everything'

Family mourns siblings Elias and Sarah Cruz after fatal crash in Rancho Cucamonga, California
Community gathers in vigil to honor the siblings who were active in sports at Los Osos High School [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Mental health

He got away with it': families seek tougher sentence for Nottingham attacker

James Coates recalls the day his father was killed during a night of violence in Nottingham, highlighting the challenges in receiving information and dealing with the aftermath.
The Coates family, along with other victims' families, are advocating for accountability and not letting the tragic events fade from public memory. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

Stray bullet kills vendor and father of 2 who was a fixture in Long Beach neighborhood

The street vendor Yener Ramirez was shot and killed in Long Beach, but the bullet wasn't intended for him.
Ramirez, a devoted father of two, had considered quitting his work due to a previous robbery incident. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

Infant's organs donated to save other children in need after entire family dies in SF crash

The 78-year-old driver involved in the deadly crash is out of the hospital.
The organs of the 3-month-old victim were donated by the family. [ more ]
ESPN.com
2 months ago
New York Knicks

Raptors guard Barrett's younger brother dies

RJ Barrett's younger brother, Nathan Barrett, has passed away.
The Barrett family did not disclose the cause of Nathan's death or his age. [ more ]
Miami Herald
2 months ago
Miami

Miami-Dade man kills wife, son, daughter, before shooting himself dead, police say

A tragic shooting incident occurred at a Miami-Dade apartment complex resulting in four deaths, believed to be a murder-suicide. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
Europe news

In Russia, Knowing That Her Son Is Dead, and Waiting for Him Anyway

The devastating impact of the conflict in Ukraine on families is highlighted through the story of a mother searching for her son.
The uncertainty and hope for a miracle in the midst of loss and tragedy are emotions many families in conflict zones experience. [ more ]
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