Charged: Arthur Scott Jr. Indicted for Aggravated Murder, Burglary, Kidnapping, Rape, and Strangulation in Death of Li-Chu Lin at Columbus Hotel

Columbus, Ohio – A Franklin County grand jury indicted 36-year-old Arthur Scott Jr. on charges of aggravated murder, aggravated burglary, kidnapping, rape, and strangulation in connection with the death of 61-year-old Li-Chu Lin at a north Columbus hotel. Court documents revealed that officers from the Columbus Division of Police responded to a report of a deceased woman at the Double Ten Hotel on April 26 and found Lin with severe injuries from what was described …

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Violent Homeless Man Strikes 60-Year-Old Victim at Joliet Shelter: Arrested for Aggravated Battery

Joliet, Illinois – A 34-year-old homeless man, Omar Mejia, is facing charges for his involvement in multiple violent incidents on East Cass Street in Joliet. One of the incidents resulted in a 60-year-old homeless man at the Daybreak Shelter being hospitalized after being attacked by Mejia, according to reports from Joliet police. Mejia has been charged with aggravated battery, battery, obstructing a peace officer, and aggravated domestic battery. The series of violent events involving Mejia …

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Brattleboro Man Arrested for Aggravated Assault After Violent Attack Sends Victim to Hospital

Brattleboro, VT – In the small town of Brattleboro, Vermont, a violent incident has led to the arrest of a 36-year-old man on aggravated assault charges. Angel Rosado was taken into custody by local authorities following reports of a disturbing attack that left one man injured and in need of medical attention. The Brattleboro police were alerted to the situation after receiving reports of a man covered in blood on Main Street around 4:30 pm …

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Aggravated Murder Charges Filed Against Driver in Fatal Police Collision in Rutland

RUTLAND, Vermont – Tate Rheaume, initially facing charges of negligent operation and eluding police resulting in death, now confronts more serious allegations, including aggravated murder, as declared by the Rutland County State’s Attorney’s office. This elevated charge, carrying a mandatory life sentence without parole, joins a list of other grave charges, potentially amounting to a maximum sentence of 65 years. The charges arise from a tragic July incident where Rheaume, evading law enforcement after a …

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Deported Man Charged with Aggravated Murder in Hamilton: Sheriff’s Investigation Unveils Troubling Past

Hamilton, Ohio – A man has been arrested and charged with aggravated murder in connection with a homicide investigation in Hamilton. Police responded to a report of a deceased individual on 13th Street on Monday afternoon, where they found a man unresponsive. Medical personnel later confirmed the victim’s death and determined it to be a homicide. The suspect, Fermin Garcia-Gutierrez, has been taken into custody by Hamilton police. Authorities believe that Garcia-Gutierrez acted alone in …

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Indianapolis Bar Shooting Suspect Charged with Murder and Aggravated Battery

Indianapolis, Indiana – In a tragic incident that shook the city, a man has been formally charged with murder for opening fire inside a crowded bar, resulting in the death of one person and serious injuries to five others. The accused, Nicholas Fulk, 25, faced multiple charges including murder, aggravated battery, and unlawful possession of a firearm by a serious violent felon. Fulk appeared in court for an initial hearing following his arrest on Saturday. …

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Guilty Verdict: Hoover Convicted of Aggravated Murder in 2019 Killing of Provo Officer

PROVO, Utah – A jury in Provo found Matt Frank Hoover guilty of aggravated murder after a lengthy trial where he was charged with shooting and killing a Provo police officer. The incident occurred on January 5, 2019, in front of a Bed Bath & Beyond store in Orem as Officer Joseph Shinners attempted to arrest Hoover, who had outstanding warrants for his arrest. Hoover himself was also injured during the confrontation. The jury deliberated …

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Indicted Ohio Man Accused of Shooting Ex’s Father to Face Aggravated Murder Charges

SCIOTO COUNTY, OH – A grand jury has indicted John Moore, a 36-year-old man from South Webster, on charges related to the shooting and killing of his ex-girlfriend’s father, 46-year-old Joseph Morris of Fairborn, Ohio. The indictment includes one count of aggravated murder, two counts of murder, one count of felonious assault, and one count of having weapons while under disability. Moore is scheduled for arraignment on Wednesday, March 6, where the Scioto County Prosecuting …

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Guilty Verdict: Austin Kidder Convicted of Aggravated Domestic Battery in Lawrence Strangling Case

Lawrence, Kansas – Austin W. Kidder, 32, from Olathe, was recently found guilty of aggravated domestic battery for strangling a Lawrence woman. Douglas County District Attorney Suzanne Valdez confirmed the jury’s decision this month. Valdez expressed gratitude to the survivor for reporting the crime and seeking justice. She emphasized the importance of community members looking out for each other and working together to ensure safety. The charges against Kidder stemmed from an incident on or …

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Fort Gaines Man Arrested for Felony Murder and Aggravated Assault

FORT GAINES, Ga. – A Fort Gaines man has been arrested by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation for felony murder, aggravated assault, and possession of a firearm during a commission of a crime. The arrest comes after a shooting incident on Doughty Road in Fort Gaines on Wednesday, Jan. 24, 2024, which resulted in the death of a 59-year-old man. According to GBI officials, deputies with the Clay County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report …

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