Author: Voxtrend News
CLEVELAND — A young man’s night out turned tragic early Sunday morning when 23‑year-old Monte Baker was shot and killed during what authorities believe was a shooting inside a downtown Cleveland nightclub. The victim, identified by the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office, was found by police around 2:30 a.m. in the club known as Medusa Restaurant and Lounge. When officers and medics arrived at the 1400 block of St. Clair Avenue, they discovered Baker suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite emergency efforts on the scene, he was pronounced dead almost immediately. The club — described in early reports simply as “Medusa…
Augusta — What started as a simple bouquet turned into a criminal case. Forty-year-old Paul Martin Cohen of Augusta faces a formal bribery charge after allegedly trying to influence Le’Joi Williamson, a judge overseeing his housing dispute, with a bouquet of flowers in November 2024. In November 2024, Cohen showed up near the courthouse on James Brown Boulevard carrying flowers — and asked a court deputy if they could deliver them directly to Judge Williamson. The deputy agreed but sensed something was off: Cohen seemed reluctant, hesitant to hand over the bouquet himself. When the flowers arrived in court, they…
In a shocking turn of events, 40-year-old Christina Gates Thagard, a former law enforcement officer, admitted to robbing a bank in Ocala, Florida. The May 2025 robbery was an unexpected chapter in the life of someone who had once sworn to protect the law. On May 3, Thagard entered a local bank wearing a hoodie, sunglasses, a mask, and gloves, a disguise that seemed more fitting for a thief than a former officer. With cold determination, she approached the teller, delivering a chilling message: this was a robbery, and she had a weapon. Whether the weapon was real or a…
In a night that was meant to bring together grieving loved ones, tragedy struck at the Tuxedo Terrace complex in Ensley, Alabama, when a family barbecue turned deadly. What was supposed to be a moment of solace following the funeral of a 29-year-old man from Fairfield quickly escalated into chaos. Just after 11 p.m. on Saturday, shots rang out, shattering the calm as two men lost their lives, and a woman was left fighting for survival. The victims, identified by friends and family as Sonny and another man whose identity has not yet been confirmed, were found lifeless on the…
A quiet neighborhood in Powder Springs, Georgia, was rocked on Saturday by a violent tragedy that left two elderly residents dead. The victims, 72-year-old Monica Brookins and 73-year-old John Wells, were both transported to the hospital in critical condition after the shooting but succumbed to their injuries. The suspect, who is now in custody, has been identified as their son and stepson, Martin Duberry, 31. The shooting unfolded at a home on Yoshino Terrace, where Powder Springs police responded to a call that would lead to a chilling discovery. Upon arrival, officers found Brookins and Wells gravely injured, marking the…
Bradley Grant Waco, Texas Death and Obituary – The community of Waco, Texas, is mourning the tragic loss of 57-year-old Bradley Grant, who died in a devastating two-vehicle crash on the morning of Friday, December 5, 2025. The fatal accident occurred at the intersection of Loop 340 and Kendall Lane, a busy roadway that has seen its share of serious collisions over the years. Grant’s life was cut short in an instant when his Nissan Altima collided head-on with a cement truck, leaving loved ones and local residents grieving the sudden and heartbreaking loss. The crash took place at approximately…
Hulen Mall Fatal Shooting – A sense of shock rippled through the Hulen Mall area in Fort Worth, Texas, on Saturday, December 6, 2025, after a shooting took place in the parking lot during a busy afternoon of holiday shopping. Although early reports mistakenly referred to the event as a fatal incident, authorities later confirmed that the shooting was not deadly. One man sustained a gunshot wound to the leg and was transported to a nearby hospital with injuries that were described as non-life-threatening. The incident unfolded around 2 p.m. in a grassy section of the mall’s parking lot situated…
Lafaysia Sentera Rogers Bennettsville, South Carolina Death and Obituary – The community of Bennettsville, South Carolina is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Lafaysia Sentera Rogers, who passed away on December 5, 2025, at the young age of 33. Her sudden departure has left family members, friends, and all who knew her deeply shaken, as they reflect on the tremendous impact she made in her short but meaningful life. Known for her warmth, gentle nature, and the kindness she offered so generously, Lafaysia leaves behind a legacy rooted in love, compassion, and authenticity. Lafaysia was someone who naturally drew others in…
Melva Jean Blunk, Toledo, Ohio Death and Obituary – The Toledo community is mourning the loss of Melva Jean Blunk, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was defined by unwavering love, quiet resilience, and a deep commitment to her family. Melva passed away peacefully at the age of 78, leaving behind a legacy woven from decades of devotion, strength, and compassion. Her departure has created a profound void for those who cherished her, yet her memory continues to shine brightly through the countless lives she touched. Melva was known foremost as the heart of her family. Her children,…
Suzanne Leaver, Cape May Court House, NJ Death and Obituary – The community of Cape May Court House, New Jersey is mourning the heartbreaking loss of Suzanne Leaver, who passed away unexpectedly on December 5th at the age of 44. Her passing has left her family, friends, and all who knew her grappling with a deep sense of sorrow as they remember a woman whose strength, compassion, and unwavering love shaped the lives of so many around her. Suzanne’s battle began earlier this year when she was diagnosed with blood cancer in June, a diagnosis that changed the course of…