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Local Man Faces Capital Murder Charges in Tragic Shooting of Woman in Harris County Residence

Harris County, TX — A Harris County man faces capital murder charges following the tragic discovery of a woman shot dead in her northwest-area residence. Authorities reacted to a distress call late Sunday evening and arrived at the scene to find the victim, whose identity has not yet been disclosed, deceased with gunshot wounds. Investigators quickly focused their attention on the man believed to have been in close proximity to the woman at the time …

Jackson Assault Escalates to Capital Murder Charge After Victim Succumbs to Injuries

Jackson, MS — A significant update emerged in a Jackson criminal case this week as local authorities report an escalation in charges following the death of an assault victim. The Jackson Police Department confirmed that the victim, identified as Dennis Watson, succumbed to injuries sustained in a violent encounter that occurred late last month. The incident in question took place on August 20 in the 300 block of Northside Drive, where Watson was reportedly attacked …

Tragic Family Dispute in Dothan Ends in Fatal Shooting: Father Charged with Capital Murder

Dothan, AL — A tragic incident unfolded in Dothan where a man allegedly shot and killed a woman with whom he shared a child. Authorities have charged the man with capital murder, underscoring the severity of the case. The man, whose identity has not been disclosed to protect the ongoing investigation, was apprehended shortly after the incident. Local police are meticulously gathering evidence and witness testimonies to piece together the events that led to this …

Tragedy Strikes Birmingham: Family Dispute Leads to Multiple Shootings, Suspect Charged with Capital Murder

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A tragic series of domestic shootings resulted in the deaths of two individuals and severe injuries to two others on Thursday in Birmingham’s West End Manor neighborhood. The suspect, Kerry Jackson Jr., 31, was apprehended late in the evening after allegedly attacking his relatives and a family friend during a dispute. The first incident was reported around 4:45 p.m. at a residence on Dennison Avenue, where police discovered Laquita Charisse Dunn, 49, …

Suspect Charged with Capital Murder in Ambush Killing of Texas Deputy

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Authorities in Texas have charged a man with capital murder following the fatal shooting of a local deputy in what is described as an ambush. Ronald “Ronnie” Palmer Jr., the suspect in question, is also facing charges of aggravated assault related to a separate incident at a Little Caesars pizza restaurant. The tragedy occurred shortly after 10 p.m. on Wednesday. According to Chief Deputy Mike Lee, the events leading to the …

Join KCBD on the Live Community Coverage Tour in Floydada: Exploring Stories from America’s Pumpkin Capital!

LUBBOCK, Texas — The city of Floydada is set to shine under the spotlight as it hosts the second leg of the Live Community Coverage Tour, making its park the center stage for evening newscasts. Renowned as the Pumpkin Capital of the U.S., Floydada will showcase its unique stories and local charm during the broadcasts at 5 and 6 p.m., offering viewers a deeper look into this vibrant community. This event promises an engaging experience …

Mississippi Grand Jury Indicts Woman on Capital Murder Charges Following Tragic Child Abduction

JACKSAM, Miss. — A woman has been charged with capital murder following the tragic outcome of an abduction case involving two young girls from Louisiana, which resulted in the death of one child in Mississippi, officials announced. The indictment encompasses charges of capital murder, kidnapping, and sexual battery. Victoria Cox, 32, was indicted by a Hinds County Grand Jury as investigations deepen into the distressing case that has shocked communities in both Mississippi and Louisiana. …

Two Men Charged with Capital Murder Following Strangulation Death of 12-Year-Old Girl in Houston

Houston, Texas — Two men were arrested Thursday for their alleged involvement in the murder of 12-year-old Jocelyn Nungaray, whose body was discovered earlier this week in a Houston creek, according to local authorities. Johan Jose Rangel Martinez, 21, and Franklin Jose Pena Ramos, 26, have been charged with capital murder following the examination by the medical examiner who determined Nungaray died from strangulation. Details surrounding the legal representation for Martinez and Ramos were not …

Deadly Blast at Chad Weapons Depot Kills Nine, Injures Dozens and Sparks Chaos in Capital

N’Djamena, Chad — A devastating explosion at a military arsenal in the Chadian capital of N’Djamena claimed the lives of at least nine individuals and left 40 others injured, according to a government spokesperson. The blast, which occurred late Tuesday evening, unleashed a violent detonation of weaponry, sparking a fire that led to chaos in the surrounding residential area. Details on what triggered the explosion remain unclear, as investigations are ongoing. However, initial reports suggest …

Woman Accomplice in Louisiana Girl’s Death and Mother’s Murder Faces Capital Charges as FBI Leads Investigation

JACKSON, Mississippi – In a tragic turn of events, a man has been arrested in connection with the death of a 3-year-old Louisiana girl. Daniel Callihan, the suspect in custody, admitted to the crime following an interrogation at the Jackson Police Department headquarters. When asked about the killing of Erin Brunett, Callihan confessed, stating, “Unfortunately, on Lexapro, sober, no drugs in my system, I did it.” Callihan was apprehended in Jackson on Thursday and is …