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Los Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
New York City

Man fatally shoots bear cub near Lake Tahoe, angering residents

Resident shoots bear, claims self-defense, sparking controversy among neighbors and wildlife advocates. [ more ]
#neal-clarke
www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
New York City

Man who repeatedly stabbed abusive' stepdad at Thamesmead home avoids prison

Neal Clarke, 21, admitted to grievous bodily harm for stabbing stepdad, citing excessive self-defense due to ongoing bullying, receiving a suspended sentence. [ more ]
www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 weeks ago
New York City

Harold Hill man who repeatedly stabbed his abusive' stepdad avoids prison

Neal Clarke stabbed stepdad, alleging excessive self-defense due to long-term bullying; received suspended sentence. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago
New York City

Man who repeatedly stabbed abusive' stepdad at Thamesmead home avoids prison

Neal Clarke, 21, admitted to grievous bodily harm for stabbing stepdad, citing excessive self-defense due to ongoing bullying, receiving a suspended sentence. [ more ]
www.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 weeks ago
New York City

Harold Hill man who repeatedly stabbed his abusive' stepdad avoids prison

Neal Clarke stabbed stepdad, alleging excessive self-defense due to long-term bullying; received suspended sentence. [ more ]
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#nato
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

NATO chief: Time to rethink restrictions on Ukraine weaponry DW 05/30/2024

NATO considers lifting weapon use restrictions for Ukraine for self-defense. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
Europe news

EU warned of the 'full measure' of retaliation as NATO allows Kyiv to attack 'targets in Russia' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

NATO allows Ukraine to target Russia to defend against aggression. [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

NATO chief: Time to rethink restrictions on Ukraine weaponry DW 05/30/2024

NATO considers lifting weapon use restrictions for Ukraine for self-defense. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
Europe news

EU warned of the 'full measure' of retaliation as NATO allows Kyiv to attack 'targets in Russia' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

NATO allows Ukraine to target Russia to defend against aggression. [ more ]
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#crime
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

NYC liquor store owner faces 7 years in prison for shooting would-be robber who attacked him as group rallies to drop charges

A liquor store owner in Queens is facing potential prison time after shooting a would-be thief who attacked him. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Horse whisperer argues with husband over selling land moments before killing him

Horse whisperer stabs husband to death in Devon home following an argument over selling land.
Christine Rawle, 69, sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 17 years for murder after claiming self-defense. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

NYC liquor store owner faces 7 years in prison for shooting would-be robber who attacked him as group rallies to drop charges

A liquor store owner in Queens is facing potential prison time after shooting a would-be thief who attacked him. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

Horse whisperer argues with husband over selling land moments before killing him

Horse whisperer stabs husband to death in Devon home following an argument over selling land.
Christine Rawle, 69, sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 17 years for murder after claiming self-defense. [ more ]
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BBC News
1 month ago
New York City

Body camera not turned on before police officer shot man, inquest told

Police officer describes encounter with individual wielding knives and firing shot in self-defense. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
New York City

Richmond cops cleared in fatal shooting last summer

The Richmond police officers were found justified in their use of force in the fatal shooting of an armed man inside his bedroom. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Texas gov. pardons man for murdering BLM protester

Gov. Abbott issued a full pardon for Daniel Perry, convicted of murder for killing protestor Garrett Foster, citing self-defense. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Texas Governor Pardons Man in Fatal Shooting of Protester in 2020

Gov. Abbott pardoned a man who fatally shot a protester during a 2020 BLM protest, citing self-defense and the strong 'stand your ground' law in Texas. [ more ]
#police-shooting
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Sheriff Releases Body Camera Footage in Police Killing of Airman in His Home

Under pressure, a Florida sheriff released bodycam footage of a deputy fatally shooting Airman Fortson, claiming self-defense. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
California

A jury deadlock brings mistrial in case of an ex-Los Angeles police officer in a 2019 fatal shooting

A mistrial was declared in the case against an off-duty Los Angeles police officer who fatally shot a mentally ill man in a Costco store in 2019.
The jury was deadlocked and the California attorney general's office has not yet announced whether they plan to retry the case. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Sheriff Releases Body Camera Footage in Police Killing of Airman in His Home

Under pressure, a Florida sheriff released bodycam footage of a deputy fatally shooting Airman Fortson, claiming self-defense. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
5 months ago
California

A jury deadlock brings mistrial in case of an ex-Los Angeles police officer in a 2019 fatal shooting

A mistrial was declared in the case against an off-duty Los Angeles police officer who fatally shot a mentally ill man in a Costco store in 2019.
The jury was deadlocked and the California attorney general's office has not yet announced whether they plan to retry the case. [ more ]
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New York Post
1 month ago
New York City

NYC bodega worker was being choked before he fatally stabbed shoplifter, sources say as prosecutors weigh charges

The Queens bodega worker was defending himself when he fatally stabbed a man during an argument about beer. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Marquess of Queensbury, 94, reveals he fought off mugger with judo move near west London home

The 94-year-old Marquess of Queensberry used judo to defend against a mugger near his home, showcasing the effectiveness of his judo training. [ more ]
#ja-morant
ESPN.com
2 months ago
National Basketball Association

Judge: Morant punched teen in self-defense

Ja Morant was ruled to have acted in self-defense when punching a teenager at his home.
The court filing granted Morant civil immunity under Tennessee's self-defense immunity statute. [ more ]
ESPN.com
6 months ago
National Basketball Association

Morant testifies he hit teen 'to protect myself'

Grizzlies guard Ja Morant testified in a civil lawsuit, claiming self-defense in a altercation with a teenager at his home in July 2022.
Morant stated that he punched the teenager first to protect himself after the teenager took a fighting stance towards him. [ more ]
ESPN.com
2 months ago
National Basketball Association

Judge: Morant punched teen in self-defense

Ja Morant was ruled to have acted in self-defense when punching a teenager at his home.
The court filing granted Morant civil immunity under Tennessee's self-defense immunity statute. [ more ]
ESPN.com
6 months ago
National Basketball Association

Morant testifies he hit teen 'to protect myself'

Grizzlies guard Ja Morant testified in a civil lawsuit, claiming self-defense in a altercation with a teenager at his home in July 2022.
Morant stated that he punched the teenager first to protect himself after the teenager took a fighting stance towards him. [ more ]
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#legal-proceedings
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland homeowner shot and killed burglar during attempted home invasion, police say

An East Oakland resident shot and killed one of two burglars during a home invasion, deemed a justifiable homicide by police and prosecutors.
The alleged accomplice of the deceased burglar has been charged with murder under the legal theory of provocation. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Football fan accused of Roy Keane 'headbutt' at Emirates Stadium pleads not guilty to assault

Former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane allegedly assaulted at Arsenal's stadium.
Football fan claims self-defense in the alleged assault incident. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

Bronx subway gunman 'admitted to shooting' straphanger - lawyer argues self defense

The accused gunman admitted to shooting the victim but claims self-defense.
The defense argues the shooting occurred in a situation where the victim was significantly larger and dragged the accused back onto the train. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland homeowner shot and killed burglar during attempted home invasion, police say

An East Oakland resident shot and killed one of two burglars during a home invasion, deemed a justifiable homicide by police and prosecutors.
The alleged accomplice of the deceased burglar has been charged with murder under the legal theory of provocation. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 months ago
London

Football fan accused of Roy Keane 'headbutt' at Emirates Stadium pleads not guilty to assault

Former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane allegedly assaulted at Arsenal's stadium.
Football fan claims self-defense in the alleged assault incident. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
New York City

Bronx subway gunman 'admitted to shooting' straphanger - lawyer argues self defense

The accused gunman admitted to shooting the victim but claims self-defense.
The defense argues the shooting occurred in a situation where the victim was significantly larger and dragged the accused back onto the train. [ more ]
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#crime-prevention
Cbsnews
3 months ago
New York City

Man who was shot with his own gun on New York City subway will face charges

The man shot in the Brooklyn subway incident will face charges, while the shooter won't be charged due to evidence of self-defense.
Eight people have been injured in shootings in NYC transit system this year, compared to just one person last year. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
New York City

Prosecutors say NYC subway shooting may have been self defense

Prosecutors considering self-defense angle in NYC subway shooting
Increased security measures taken in response to recent crimes in the subway system [ more ]
USA TODAY
2 days ago
New York City

A random woman threw acid in her face; 18 months later, scars fade as impact lingers

The importance of being aware of surroundings and recording incidents can help in identifying suspects and seeking justice. [ more ]
New York Post
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Would-be victim fights off creep who tried to drag her into bushes in NYC sidewalk attack: cops

Women fought off attackers in several attempted rape incidents in the Bronx, highlighting the importance of self-defense and vigilance. [ more ]
Cbsnews
3 months ago
New York City

Man who was shot with his own gun on New York City subway will face charges

The man shot in the Brooklyn subway incident will face charges, while the shooter won't be charged due to evidence of self-defense.
Eight people have been injured in shootings in NYC transit system this year, compared to just one person last year. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
New York City

Prosecutors say NYC subway shooting may have been self defense

Prosecutors considering self-defense angle in NYC subway shooting
Increased security measures taken in response to recent crimes in the subway system [ more ]
USA TODAY
2 days ago
New York City

A random woman threw acid in her face; 18 months later, scars fade as impact lingers

The importance of being aware of surroundings and recording incidents can help in identifying suspects and seeking justice. [ more ]
New York Post
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Would-be victim fights off creep who tried to drag her into bushes in NYC sidewalk attack: cops

Women fought off attackers in several attempted rape incidents in the Bronx, highlighting the importance of self-defense and vigilance. [ more ]
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#nypd
Cbsnews
3 months ago
New York City

No charges in NYC subway shooting; Brooklyn DA cites "evidence of self-defense"

The shooter may have acted in self-defense, no charges filed yet.
Enforcing fare payment in subways is crucial for public safety. [ more ]
BKReader
6 months ago
Brooklyn

Attorney General Said the NYPD Officer Who Shot Man in Brooklyn Last Year Was Justified

The New York State Attorney General's office has found that the NYPD officer who shot and killed Malick Williams acted in self-defense
No criminal charges will be pursued against the officer [ more ]
Cbsnews
3 months ago
New York City

No charges in NYC subway shooting; Brooklyn DA cites "evidence of self-defense"

The shooter may have acted in self-defense, no charges filed yet.
Enforcing fare payment in subways is crucial for public safety. [ more ]
BKReader
6 months ago
Brooklyn

Attorney General Said the NYPD Officer Who Shot Man in Brooklyn Last Year Was Justified

The New York State Attorney General's office has found that the NYPD officer who shot and killed Malick Williams acted in self-defense
No criminal charges will be pursued against the officer [ more ]
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www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Women

Indigenous Bolivian women take up taekwondo against gender-based violence

Lidia Mayta found empowerment in taekwondo after being attacked by robbers.
Warmi Power studio in Bolivia empowers Indigenous women through taekwondo training to combat gender-based violence. [ more ]
#houthi-rebels
BBC News
4 months ago
UK politics

Houthis believe they are the region's Robin Hood - Shapps

Houthi actions are damaging international economies
Grant Shapps claims innocent Yemenis are being robbed [ more ]
www.france24.com
6 months ago
France news

French frigate downs drones over Red Sea in 'legitimate defence'

A French frigate shot down two drones in the Red Sea in self-defense after being attacked by the unmanned aerial vehicles.
The incident occurred amid increasing attacks and acts of piracy by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, posing a threat to the freedom of navigation in the region. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
UK politics

Houthis believe they are the region's Robin Hood - Shapps

Houthi actions are damaging international economies
Grant Shapps claims innocent Yemenis are being robbed [ more ]
www.france24.com
6 months ago
France news

French frigate downs drones over Red Sea in 'legitimate defence'

A French frigate shot down two drones in the Red Sea in self-defense after being attacked by the unmanned aerial vehicles.
The incident occurred amid increasing attacks and acts of piracy by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea, posing a threat to the freedom of navigation in the region. [ more ]
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#shooting
New York Post
4 months ago
New York City

Correction officer claims self-defense in fatal road-rage clash where he fired more than a dozen rounds

Connecticut correction officer William Lucky claims self-defense in alleged road rage shooting
Defense lawyer argues that Lucky feared for his life and was protecting his baby [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
US politics

NY man guilty of murder in wrong driveway shooting

Kevin Monahan was found guilty of second-degree murder for shooting and killing a woman who mistakenly drove up his driveway.
Monahan testified that he felt under siege and only wanted to protect his wife when he fired at the vehicle. [ more ]
New York Post
4 months ago
New York City

Correction officer claims self-defense in fatal road-rage clash where he fired more than a dozen rounds

Connecticut correction officer William Lucky claims self-defense in alleged road rage shooting
Defense lawyer argues that Lucky feared for his life and was protecting his baby [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
5 months ago
US politics

NY man guilty of murder in wrong driveway shooting

Kevin Monahan was found guilty of second-degree murder for shooting and killing a woman who mistakenly drove up his driveway.
Monahan testified that he felt under siege and only wanted to protect his wife when he fired at the vehicle. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Running

Experience: I was attacked by a bear while running a marathon

The author recounts her terrifying encounter with a bear during a marathon.
She was able to survive the attack by remaining calm and using self-defense tactics. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Israel rejects accusations of genocide in Gaza war at ICJ hearing

Israel rejects accusations of genocide in Gaza
Israel argues lack of evidence of genocidal intent
South Africa claims evidence of genocidal intent is overwhelming [ more ]
The Mercury News
6 months ago
East Bay (California)

Footage of fatal police shooting near Oakland City Hall is released

The Oakland Police Department released video footage of a fatal police shooting near City Hall.
The footage shows the sergeant defending himself after being attacked by the suspect. [ more ]
The Nation
6 months ago
Law

When Women Fought Back: Holly Maguigan's Legacy in the Law

Holly Maguigan revolutionized the law's approach to domestic violence, advocating for a feminist perspective and the recognition of self-defense for survivors.
Maguigan's work challenged the traditional masculine view of self-defense and advocated for a feminist understanding of danger and defending oneself. [ more ]
New York Post
6 months ago
Cars

I'm a self-defense expert - here are 6 safety tips for holiday shopping at stores

Self-defense instructor shares holiday shopping safety tips
Avoid shopping carts and be aware of your surroundings [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Law

Holly Maguigan, Who Fought for the Rights of Battered Women, Dies at 78

Holly Maguigan, a law professor who revolutionized legal tools for women defending themselves against abusive partners, died at 78.
Maguigan helped change attitudes towards victims of abuse and worked to equalize the law for battered women.
She connected lawyers with experts, took on cases herself, and wrote influential law review articles to inform self-defense law. [ more ]
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