Author: Edward Campbell

A Milwaukee family is facing a devastating loss after a 42-year-old mother of eight was fatally shot inside her home, allegedly by her estranged boyfriend, while several children were present. Kazzie Ference was killed in the early hours of October 10, 2026. Prosecutors have charged 41-year-old Tavarris Jones with first-degree intentional homicide, including modifiers related to the use of a dangerous weapon and domestic violence. According to the criminal complaint, the shooting happened after Ference went on a date with another man the previous evening. Investigators allege that Jones confronted her over suspicions of infidelity before the fatal incident. The…

A quiet neighborhood in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, was shaken after a house fire led investigators to a disturbing discovery: 41-year-old pediatrician Dr. Julia Pederson was dead, and authorities say the fire was deliberately set after she had already been killed. Her husband, Jonathan Gatto, 41, was arrested on October 14 and charged in connection with her death. Investigators allege that he strangled Pederson before setting her body on fire while their 7-year-old daughter was asleep inside the family home. The case has raised serious concerns about the circumstances surrounding the killing, particularly because the couple had reportedly been discussing separation in…

A California man whose violent crime spree ended in a deadly standoff at a Trader Joe’s grocery store in Los Angeles has been sentenced to more than 200 years to life in prison. Gene Evin Atkins, 36, received the sentence on October 14, 2026, for his role in the July 2018 incident that led to the death of Melyda “Mely” Corado, a 27-year-old assistant store manager. His convictions include second-degree murder and dozens of other felony offenses involving attempted killings, assaults and people held hostage inside the store. Although a police officer fired the bullet that killed Corado, prosecutors argued…

A former Las Vegas police officer has pleaded guilty to aggravated stalking after investigators said he repeatedly threatened people he held responsible for his brother’s death, including one person he allegedly identified as the second name on a “death list.” Jason De La Garrigue, 48, admitted to the charge following an investigation into a series of threatening phone calls and messages. He was previously employed by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department but left the agency after his arrest. According to the investigation, the threats escalated over time, leaving the people targeted concerned about their safety. Authorities said De La…

A Florida father is facing felony child neglect charges after authorities alleged that his two young children were left without food for days, confined to their bedrooms and forced to use a bucket as a toilet. Wendy Louis, 40, was arrested on October 13, 2026, following a welfare check at his home in Miami-Dade County. According to investigators, the children had contacted relatives and described conditions that prompted concerns about their safety and well-being. The allegations outlined in court documents paint a troubling picture of the children’s daily lives. Deputies said the children reported being kept inside their rooms for…

A Florida man is facing serious criminal charges after authorities say he shot his girlfriend outside a bar, then drove over her as he fled with his 5-year-old daughter and their dog inside his vehicle. The incident happened Tuesday night near Harbor Bar in Safety Harbor, Florida. The victim, identified as 30-year-old Jessica Antolini, was reported to be in critical condition as of Wednesday evening. Christopher Smith, 40, was arrested shortly after the shooting. According to investigators, he had arrived at the bar with his young daughter and their dog before becoming involved in an argument with Antolini outside the…

Pennsylvania State Police have completed their investigation into a devastating crash that killed four Yough High School students in March, concluding that no criminal charges will be filed in connection with the incident. The crash happened near Creek Road in Sewickley Township, leaving the local community mourning the loss of four young lives. The victims were identified as Brady Hunker, 15, Rocco Zugai, 18, Felicity Martini, 15, and Kylee Korber, 16. In the months since the tragedy, a memorial has continued to grow near the crash site as friends, families and community members remember the teenagers. Four Teenagers Lost Their…

A routine bike ride turned into a frightening emergency for a New Jersey grandmother and her 6-year-old grandson. But when the unexpected happened, the young boy stayed focused, sought help and remained by his grandmother’s side until assistance arrived. Finn Mackenzie is now being recognized for his quick thinking after his grandmother, Becky McCluskey, was struck by a car on July 30 in Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County. For McCluskey, the incident revealed just how much her grandson had learned about helping others, even at such a young age. “He’s my best bud,” McCluskey said, describing the close relationship they…

A fleet of 84 Toyota Tundra pickup trucks rolled into Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, carrying food donations for families and individuals struggling to put meals on the table. The delivery marked the 17th annual Toyota Tundra Food Drive, an event organized by the Tri-State Toyota Dealers Association to support Philabundance, one of the region’s leading hunger-relief organizations. The annual drive comes as food pantries across the Philadelphia area continue working to meet the needs of local households. Through its network of community partners, Philabundance helps distribute food to people facing food insecurity across nine counties in the region. While…

A fatal stabbing at a home in West Philadelphia led to a police response and a brief barricade situation Thursday morning, ending with officers taking a male suspect into custody. Emergency crews were called to a residence near Arch and Edgewood streets at around 9 a.m. after receiving a report that someone had been stabbed. When firefighters entered the home, they found a man estimated to be between 60 and 70 years old who had died, according to police. The incident quickly became more complicated when officers learned that the suspected attacker was still inside the residence. Philadelphia Police Department…