Teenager Shot After Refusing to Hand Over His Jacket: Police Seek Teens Involved

HYATTSVILLE, Md. – A 14-year-old boy was shot on Friday after refusing to hand over his jacket, according to police. The incident occurred in the 3500 block of Carnaby Street, close to Northwestern High School, prompting the school to go on lockdown. The victim, described as a young teenager, suffered life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital. Reports from Hyattsville Police indicate that the victim was involved in a fight with two groups of …

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‘Full Metal Jacket’ Star Kevyn Major Howard, Advocate for Military Causes, Passes Away at 69

Las Vegas — Kevyn Major Howard, renowned for his portrayal of Rafterman in Stanley Kubrick’s iconic Vietnam War film “Full Metal Jacket,” passed away at 69 on February 14, 2025, in Las Vegas. Howard died after spending several weeks hospitalized for respiratory issues, surrounded by his family who have yet to determine a definitive cause of death. Born in Montreal, Canada, on January 27, 1956, Howard moved to Los Angeles in his early 20s, marking …

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