Jasper Man in Custody After Allegedly Strangling Woman and Threatening Her with Firearm, Children Found Safe

Henderson, Ky. – A local Jasper man faces multiple charges, including intimidation and strangulation with a deadly weapon, following an incident in which he allegedly assaulted a woman and threatened her at gunpoint, police reported. The confrontation took place at an apartment on Giesler Road in Jasper, according to authorities. Responding to an emergency call, officers arrived at the scene to find a visibly injured woman outside the building, who reported being attacked and threatened …

Read more

Arrested Man Receives Jail Sentence for Violently Strangling Partner in Lincolnshire Village

A man was sentenced to over three years in prison in Lincolnshire, England after a violent incident involving strangling his partner and attempting to hit her with a brick. William Gray, 31, of Wisbech, was involved in a heated argument with his partner on July 17, 2023, which escalated to physical violence. Gray assaulted the victim by grabbing her by the throat and pushing her against a wall before dragging her into a bedroom, where …

Read more

Independence Man Charged with Strangling Wife in Hospital Bed Due to Financial Struggles

Independence, Missouri – A tragic incident has shocked the community as an Independence man faces charges of second-degree murder for allegedly strangling his wife in a hospital bed. Ronnie Wiggs reportedly confessed to the police that he committed the crime while his wife was receiving treatment at the hospital for a new port for dialysis. Wiggs cited inability to care for his wife and the financial burden of medical bills as reasons for his actions. …

Read more

Murder Arrest: Fire Chief Suspected of Strangling Wife in Camas-Washougal

Washougal, Washington – A battalion chief from the Camas-Washougal Fire Department was taken into custody on Friday under suspicion of first-degree murder in connection with the death of his wife in January, as reported by the Clark County Sheriff’s Office. Kevin West, 49, allegedly strangled his wife, Marcelle “Marcy” West, 48, on January 8. He has been incarcerated at the Clark County Jail and is set to appear before the Clark County Superior Court on …

Read more

Domestic Dispute Erupts Over Political Views, Man Arrested for Strangling Fiance: Florida Officials

NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. – In a relationship filled with political disagreements, a Florida couple has made headlines for a violent altercation that occurred after a heated debate. The couple, who had been dating for 25 years, found themselves in a dangerous situation when their political arguments escalated to physical violence. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call from the couple’s residence on Wednesday, March 20, in North Fort Myers. According to an …

Read more

Man Jailed for Raping and Strangling Woman in Barking Alleyway, Identified Through DNA

London, England – A man convicted of a brutal rape and murder in Barking has been sentenced to a decade behind bars at Snaresbrook Crown Court. Daniel Jordan, 28, was apprehended after DNA evidence linked him to the crime, showcasing his history as a repeat offender. The violent attack, which took place in October 2022, left the victim traumatized, but with the help of a team specializing in sexual offense investigations, she was able to …

Read more

Neighbor Arrested for Strangling Woman to Death in North Philadelphia Incident

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – A tragic incident unfolded in North Philadelphia as a woman was found strangled to death by her neighbor on Tuesday. The victim, identified as 43-year-old Tequesha S. Boxill, was discovered unresponsive in the hallway near her apartment door by police responding to a call from her concerned coworkers who reported her absence from work. Medical personnel declared Boxill dead at the scene shortly before noon. Law enforcement officials took her neighbor, Allen …

Read more

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 …

Read more

Strangling Conviction of Austin W. Kidder in Douglas County Sparks Community Responsibility for Safety

LAWRENCE, Kansas – A 32-year-old man from Olathe, Austin W. Kidder, has been found guilty by a jury of aggravated domestic battery for strangling a 33-year-old woman from Lawrence, according to Douglas County District Attorney Suzanne Valdez. Kidder was also convicted of criminal damage to property for damaging the woman’s mobile phone. The incident occurred on or about August 16, 2022, while the two were in a dating relationship. District Attorney Valdez expressed gratitude to …

Read more

Mother Sentenced to Life in Prison for Strangling 11-Year-Old Son and Driving Car into Ocean

HORSHAM, Pennsylvania – A Pennsylvania woman has been sentenced to life in prison for the tragic killing of her 11-year-old son before driving her car into the ocean at a Jersey Shore beach. Ruth Dirienzo-Whitehead has maintained her silence throughout the case, but on Friday, she finally admitted to taking her son’s life and asked for forgiveness. During the sentencing, Dirienzo-Whitehead acknowledged the severity of her actions, describing them as something only a “monster” would …

Read more