Attacker Charged in Fresno Music Festival Assault, Not Considered a Hate Crime: Prosecutors

Fresno, California – A man accused of a violent attack on Pro-Palestinian supporters at a Fresno music festival has been charged, but not for a hate crime. Francisco Samaniego allegedly assaulted three women at the Tower District’s ‘Porch Fest’ event, with the incident captured on camera as punches were thrown. According to witnesses, Samaniego confronted the women regarding their Pro-Palestinian views during the altercation. However, the Fresno County District Attorney’s Office opted not to pursue …

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Assault Charges Considered for Group of Teens in St. Louis County Family Court

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. – Following a violent altercation captured on video near Hazelwood East High School, a group of teenagers, aged between 14 and 17, are facing potential assault charges. The incident resulted in 16-year-old Kaylee Gain sustaining a severe head injury, prompting legal action against those involved. Law enforcement authorities in St. Louis County have taken action against a 15-year-old girl, who was arrested on assault charges in connection to the fight that …

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Brunswick County Murderer Henry Pigott Considered for Parole After 1989 Conviction

BRUNSWICK COUNTY, NC: Henry L. Pigott, convicted of murder in 1989, is currently under consideration for parole after being sentenced to life in prison in Brunswick County. His conviction was for robbery, arson, kidnapping, and the murder of his employer Darwin Freeman. Pigott’s criminal act occurred in September of 1988 when he went to Freeman’s apartment and asked for a $50 loan. After Freeman refused, Pigott returned with a gun, tied Freeman up, and proceeded …

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