Jealous Rage Leads to Tragic End: Deputy Slain, Suspect Apprehended with Victim’s Handcuffs

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida — A Florida man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a Palm Beach County deputy corrections officer, authorities reported. The suspect was found with the officer’s handcuffs, adding a poignant detail to the tragedy. Kevin Bennette, 32, was taken into custody on February 13, following extensive investigative efforts into the death of 39-year-old Basil Powell, who was killed outside his home on February 10. Authorities suggest Bennette …

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Indiana Man Found Guilty in Daycare Murder Set to Face Death Penalty for Killing Sheriff’s Deputy

Indianapolis, Indiana — An Indiana man was convicted of murdering the mother of his child outside a local daycare facility and is also facing a separate trial for the death of a sheriff’s deputy, which could result in a death penalty sentence. Orlando Mitchell, the man at the center of these cases, found himself guilty in the murder of 32-year-old Krystal Walton and was also charged with invasion of privacy following the crime. The violent …

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Presidential Pardon Recipient, January 6 Capitol Riot Participant Killed by Indiana Deputy During Traffic Stop

Jasper County, IN – A deadly confrontation unfolded during a traffic stop in rural Indiana where a sheriff’s deputy fatally shot Matthew W. Huttle, 42, of Hobart, Indiana, who was recently pardoned for his role in the U.S. Capitol riot on January 6, 2021. The incident occurred near Jasper-Pulaski Fish and Wildlife Area on January 26, 2025, leading to heightened scrutiny due to its timing, just a week after President Trump issued pardons to those …

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Tragedy Strikes Orange County: Former Deputy Charged with Murder of Esteemed Colleague and Ex-Wife

Orlando, FL – A tragic event unfolded in Orlando where a former deputy is accused of the fatal shooting of his estranged wife, who was an active-duty lieutenant at the Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The suspect, 49-year-old Anthony John Shea, faces charges of first-degree murder with a firearm following the death of 39-year-old Lt. Eloilda “Ellie” Shea. Authorities revealed that prior to the incident, Anthony Shea had left the sheriff’s office in August under the …

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Former Deputy Fire Chief in Massachusetts Shot and Killed by Police in Officer-Involved Shooting

NEW BEDFORD, Mass. – A former deputy fire chief in New Bedford, Massachusetts, was shot and killed by police outside a bar in Fairhaven, according to local officials. Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn confirmed that Paul Coderre, the former interim fire chief, died in an officer-involved shooting. The incident occurred when police responded to a call about an intoxicated man at around 4:30 p.m. Coderre, 55, drew a weapon, resulting in an exchange of …

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Dramatic Rescue Outside Kansas School: Deputy Saves Woman from Armed Spouse in Morning Shooting

WICHITA, KS — A domestic dispute escalated into violence Monday morning outside a southern Kansas elementary school, resulting in a woman being injured and her husband apprehended by authorities. The incident occurred during the typically busy time of child drop-off at Cessna Elementary School, transforming a routine start to the school week into a scene of urgency and police activity. Around 9:15 a.m., amidst parents and children arriving for the day, a man reportedly shot …

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Violence and Accusations Escalate as Edo Deputy Governor Shaibu Alleges Assassination Attempt by Governor Obaseki

Benin City, Nigeria – Tensions have surged in Edo State following a violent attack at the Benin Airport that targeted the convoy of the recently reinstated Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu and an APC governorship candidate, Monday Okpebholo. Accusations have flown between state officials in the aftermath of Thursday’s incident, which tragically resulted in the death of Police Inspector Akor Onuh. Deputy Governor Shaibu, who was reported to be astounded by the incident, has publicly accused …

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Family Grieves as Illinois Deputy Faces Murder Charges in Tragic Fatal Shooting of Sonya Massey

Springfield, Ill. — A recent autopsy report confirmed the tragic death of 36-year-old Sonya Massey, who was fatally shot by a sheriff’s deputy in her Illinois home earlier this month. The report from the Sangamon County Coroner indicated Massey died from a gunshot wound to the head, specifically beneath her left eye, leading to a skull fracture, perforation of her carotid artery, and severe brain bleeding. Massey’s encounter with law enforcement began during a response …

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Fatal Home Encounter: Illinois Sheriff’s Deputy Charged with Murder After Shooting Black Woman

Springfield, IL — An Illinois sheriff’s deputy has been charged with first-degree murder following the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a Black woman, in her own home earlier this month, sparking outrage and calls for police reform. The deputy identified as Sean Grayson, 30, allegedly shot Massey in the face after a heated interaction inside her Springfield residence on July 6. The Sangamon County Coroner’s Office reported that the bullet entered below Massey’s left eye, …

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Community Outrage Mounts as Former Deputy Faces Court in Sonya Massey Killing

Springfield, IL — The small community is grappling with the aftermath of a fatal shooting involving Springfield-area law enforcement that left Sonya Massey dead, further igniting tensions over police conduct and prompting calls for justice. In the early hours of July 6, deputies from the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to Massey’s residence following reports of a potential intruder. Upon arrival, they found Massey, who reportedly seemed unaggressive and calm but appeared to be …

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