Author: Voxtrend News

CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police has identified the officers involved in a shooting that occurred during a traffic stop on February 11. Officers Ryan Alberts, Ellis Wilcox, and Lucas Jayne, all from the Steele Creek Division, fired their weapons after perceiving ‘an imminent deadly threat’ from the suspect, CMPD said. The suspect, identified as Erik Lopez Hernandez, 21, was struck during the encounter and transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries at that time. Hernandez was later charged with attempted murder on a law enforcement officer and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. He has since…

RALEIGH, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Gov. Josh Stein is requesting $19 billion in federal funds for Helene-related recovery and rebuilding, he announced Thursday. The governor met with Sens. Thom Tillis and Ted Budd to advocate for critical investments in western North Carolina’s recovery from the historic fall storm. “Hurricane Helene destroyed so much across western North Carolina – lives, homes, businesses, farms, and infrastructure — and our state is facing nearly $60 billion in damages,” he said in a statement. “Despite a focused response from federal, state, local, and private sector and nonprofit partners in the immediate aftermath, five…

Marcus Leonard Smith Obituary, Death; – Marcus Leonard Smith, aged 39, was fatally shot by Akron Police during a traffic stop on Monday. Authorities report that he had stolen a firearm and a vehicle, ultimately returning to Akron, his birthplace. While visiting from Cincinnati, law enforcement identified the stolen vehicle in Akron. According to police, Smith discharged his weapon at them following the traffic stop, prompting them to return fire. Today, his family shared their grief and sense of loss with a local news station, mourning the young man who was pursuing a PhD. They also revealed that he had been…

Perry Keith Obituary, Death; – Authorities have confirmed the identity of the individual who perished in an RV fire in Dunlap as 65-year-old Perry Keith from Yokuts Valley. On February 9, CAL FIRE arrived at the residence located at the intersection of Dunlap Road and James George Drive shortly after 4 a.m. Upon arrival, they discovered an RV fully consumed by flames; however, the firefighting teams successfully contained the blaze to prevent it from spreading further. Following the extinguishing efforts, Perry’s remains were located within the vehicle. The investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing.

Jayden Stephenson Obituary, Death; – The individual who lost his life in an officer-involved shooting in Miami Township on Wednesday has been named. Jayden Stephenson, aged 21, was identified on Thursday by the Montgomery County Coroner’s Office. As previously detailed, law enforcement responded to a disturbance in the 9200 block of Sawgrass Drive, located near PipeStone Golf Club, on Wednesday afternoon. Acting Police Chief James McCarty stated on Thursday that a woman had contacted 911, reporting that her son was threatening family members with a knife. Within minutes of the 911 call, six officers arrived at the residence. They ensured the…

Concepcion Bobadilla Obituary, Death; – A 70-year-old woman from Carpinteria has been identified as the pedestrian who lost her life after being struck by a train in Carpinteria on Tuesday morning. Concepcion Bobadilla was hit by an Amtrak Pacific Surfliner train on the tracks located at the intersection of Calle Ocho and Calle Arena, as reported by Raquel Zick, the public information officer for the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office. Zick indicated that there are no indications that Bobadilla’s death was suspicious or accidental. The Coroner’s Bureau is conducting an investigation to ascertain the cause and manner of her death, according…

aKeem DeShun Williams Obituary, Death; – The Winter Garden Police Department is currently engaged in a homicide investigation following the shooting death of a man on Thursday. Authorities reported that they responded to a call at a residence situated at 1031 Horizon St. regarding an individual who had been shot. Upon their arrival, they discovered a man lying next to a four-wheeled motorcycle, who was subsequently pronounced dead by officials. The deceased has been identified as Ja’Keem DeShun Williams, as confirmed by the police. Investigators have established that the incident stemmed from a disturbance related to ongoing issues with individuals riding…

Margaux Whittemore Obituary, Death; – A woman from Belfast has been confirmed as the victim of a violent incident that occurred on February 19 on Giles Road in Readfield, as stated in a press release from the Maine State Police. Reports regarding the incident were received on Wednesday, February 19, at approximately 10:02 a.m., prompting a response from members of the Maine State Police and the Winthrop Police Department to the location on Giles Road. Upon their arrival, troopers discovered a deceased woman outside the residence. She has been identified as Margaux Whittemore, 32, from Belfast. Inside the residence, the homeowner,…

Sabrie Johnson,Simeon Watson Obituary, Death; – The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has released the identities of the three individuals who lost their lives in a shooting incident at an apartment in Shively. The deceased have been named as Sabrie Johnson, 18, Simeon Watson, 19, and Mia Lee, 18. The cause of death for all three has been classified as homicide. Law enforcement officials responded to reports of the shooting in the 2220 block of Crums Lane at approximately 5:20 p.m. on Monday. According to the coroner’s report, both Lee and Watson resided on the same block, although specific addresses were not…

Cesar Flores-Diaz Obituary, Death; – As the search for the suspect involved in a recent shooting in Norristown approaches the conclusion of its first week, law enforcement officials are urging the public to assist in locating the individual. Currently, the suspect has only been recognized by a blue backpack and a black hooded sweatshirt captured in surveillance footage. The district attorney’s office has noted that the individual possesses a “distinct walk.” A reward of $5,000 is being offered for any information that could lead to the identification or apprehension of the shooter. The incident took place around 8:52 p.m. on February…