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Ex-prisoner transporter sentenced to 9 years for raping detainee at Missouri rest stop

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

JOPLIN, Mo. (AP) — A man has been sentenced to nine years in prison for raping a Washington detainee at a Missouri rest stop while transporting her to a Minnesota jail, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Tuesday.The department said 37-year-old Rogeric Hankins transported inmates who were arrested on out-of-state warrants as part of his job as a private prisoner transporter at Inmate Services Corporation.Prosecutors said Hankins picked up a pretrial detainee from an Olympia, Washington, jail in March 2020 to take her to St. Paul, Minnesota. On the way, he stopped at a Joplin, Missouri, rest stop where prosecutors said he forced the detainee into a bathroom stall and raped her.Hankins’ public defenders did not immediately respond to email and phone requests for comment Tuesday.“The defendant sexually abused and violently assaulted a woman in his custody, exploiting his authority and depriving this survivor of her constitutional right to bodily integrity,” Assistant Attorney Gene...

Denver police sergeant injured during Nuggets parade had leg amputated, donation page says

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

Sgt. Justin Dodge (Courtesy of Denver Police Department)The Denver police sergeant who was seriously injured during the Nuggets’ NBA championship parade in June has had his leg amputated, according to a message posted to a website created to collect donations for him and his family.Sgt. Justin Dodge was in front of a fire truck carrying Denver Nuggets players during the June 15 parade, trying to protect paradegoers who had moved onto the street, when the truck rolled over his left leg, Denver police Chief Ron Thomas said during a news conference that afternoon.Dodge went into surgery that day, but Denver Health Medical Center emergency room chief Dr. Stephen Wolf said during the new conference that Dodge’s injuries could threaten his leg.A website in Dodge’s name, sgtjustindodge.com, that links to a Denver Police Foundation donation page states Dodge is recovering from a “recent leg amputation.”A spokesperson for the Denver Police Foundation said they a...

Homicide on High Line Canal trail under investigation by Arapahoe County officials

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

The Arapahoe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide after deputies found a man’s body on the High Line Canal trail Tuesday morning.Just after 5:30 a.m. Tuesday, deputies from the sheriff’s office responded to a report of a man lying on the ground of the High Line Canal trail in the area of East Iliff Avenue and South Quebec Street.When deputies arrived, they found the man dead at the scene, deputy John Bartmann said. Investigators were called to the scene and are currently investigating the death as a homicide.According to Bartmann, investigators believe the man died within the last 24 hours.At this time, no information is being released on how the roughly 40-year-old man died. The Arapahoe County coroner’s office will release the victim’s name and cause of death at a later time.Related ArticlesCrime and Public Safety | Sniper firing at Denver high-rise terrifies residents; police investigating possible connection to Broomfield s...

Riverside County fire destroys buildings, vehicles

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

A blaze in Riverside County spread quickly Tuesday afternoon, taking with it structures and vehicles before its forward progress was stopped, fire officials said. The Rider Fire was reported just before 12:45 p.m. near the 19900 block of Seaton Avenue in Mead Valley, the Riverside County Fire Department said on Twitter.In less than half an hour, it had grown to 5 acres and was "burning in heavy vegetation at a rapid rate of spread," officials added. By 1:40 p.m., it had grown to 10 acres and was 0% contained, though forward progress was stopped by about 2 p.m. "Several outbuildings and vehicles were destroyed in the fire," fire officials said.

LAPD seeks help finding missing 77-year-old woman

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

The Los Angeles Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding a missing 77-year-old woman last seen in Lake Balboa over the weekend.Elaine “Judy” Gordon was last seen leaving her assisted living facility in the 17300 block of Roscoe Boulevard on foot around 11 a.m. Saturday.“She has not been seen since and her family is concerned for her safety,” LAPD said in a news release.Gordon is described as having white and brown hair, green eyes and has a tattoo of a red heart on her right arm. She is 5 feet tall and weighs about 125 pounds. She was last seen wearing a green jacket, a multi-colored flower dress and gray Vans and uses a walker to get around, police said.Anyone who has information about Gordon’s whereabouts is asked to call the LAPD’s missing persons unit at 213-996-1800. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7.

Disney to hold premiere for 'Haunted Mansion' film even if SAG-AFTRA strike is called

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

Disney still plans to hold a red carpet premiere for its latest film even if there is a SAG-AFTRA strike, Variety reported. It would be the first major movie world premiere after the strike deadline.If the actors’ union does go on strike, the “Haunted Mansion” premiere will pivot to a “fan event,” according to a source who spoke to Variety. The event will occur at the Hyperion Theater at Disney’s California Adventure Park on July 15. 1st reviews of ‘Barbie’ overwhelmingly positive Should a strike be called, the stars of the movie, including Tiffany Haddish, Danny DeVito, Rosario Dawson, Chase W. Dillon, Daniel Levy, Jamie Lee Curtis, Hasan Minhaj, Marilu Henner, Lindsay Lamb and LaKeith Stanfield, will no longer be able to participate in promotion for the film.  It’s unclear, however, if the director Justin Simien, producers Dan Lin and Jonathan Eirich, executive producers Nick Reynolds and Tom Peitzman and composer Kris Bowers, will still participate in the event.With or wit...

Crocs releases 'Barbie'-themed shoes ahead of movie

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

Crocs is the latest brand to enter Barbie’s world ahead of the highly anticipated summer movie.The shoe company unveiled its Barbie-themed shoe collection on Tuesday after giving fans a sneak peek of the new Crocs on Friday. The collection includes: Barbie the Movie Mega Crush ClogBarbie Crush ClogBarbie "Cozzzy" SandalBarbie Classic ClogKids’ Barbie Cutie ClogThe shoes will be available on the Crocs website, Foot Locker, Journeys and Champs Sports, among other retailers. (Crocs) Crocs fans can also decorate their Crocs with Barbie Jibbitz Charm Pack, which retails for $19.99.The shoes will be available on the Crocs website, Foot Locker, Journeys and Champs Sports, among other retailers, and cost between $59.99 and $84.99.The shoe company is no stranger to collaborations since it has partnered with restaurants, celebrities and brands over the last few years. Taco Bell and Crocs to release limited-edition shoes Ahead of its world premiere, the "Barbie” movie has partnered with comp...

Woman Injured in Pedestrian Crash on South Virginia Street [Reno, NV]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

Female Pedestrian Critically Injured Following Pedestrian Accident on South Virginia Street near Gentry WayRENO, NV (July 11, 2023) – Tuesday night, an unidentified individual tragically died in a pedestrian crash on South Virginia Street.The incident occurred at around 9:15 p.m. on May 23rd along S. Virginia Street and Gentry Way.According to reports, a woman who was not walking in a marked crosswalk, for unknown reasons, was struck by a car and got pinned under the vehicle.First responders extricated the woman and rushed her to a nearby hospital for treatment.Meanwhile, the driver involved stayed at the scene and cooperated with the police.At this time, officials have not released the name of the pedestrian or their current conditions. However, an active investigation of the crash on South Virginia Street is underway.Whether you are a driver or a pedestrian, it is important to abide by all traffic laws and observe safety precautions. If you’re behind the wheel, do your part ...

Jonathan Cerna, Francisco Llamas Involved in Fatal Four-Vehicle Crash on Highway 33 [Merced County, CA]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

Woman Killed, Two Injured in Fiery Collision Near Hulen RoadMERCED COUNTY, CA (July 11, 2023) – Saturday afternoon, a four-vehicle crash on Highway 33 involving Jonathan Cerna and Francis Llamas left a woman dead.The collision occurred around 1:50 p.m. along southbound Highway 33, just south of Hulen Road.According to reports, an Audi traveling southbound on southbound Highway 33 made an unsafe lane change. The maneuver caused four vehicles to become involved in a collision. Meanwhile, the Audi did not sustain any damage and the driver of the Audi fled the scene without stopping to render aid to the others involved in the crash.Emergency crews arrived shortly after and pronounced a woman, who was driving a 2018 Kia, dead at the scene. Paramedics then transported 20-year-old Jonathan Cerna and his 17-year-old female passenger to Memorial Medical Center for treatment of minor injuries.Additionally, 41-year-old Francisco Llamas, of Moss Landing was driving a 2020 Ford, was also i...

Two Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash near Alma School Road [Mesa, AZ]

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:50:42 GMT

2 Dead in Traffic Accident near Pampa AvenueMESA, AZ (July 11, 2023) – Early Friday morning, two people died following a crash near Alma School Road and Pampa Avenue.On June 23rd, officers were dispatched to the area, just south of Guadalupe and north of the Western Canal.According to the police, a vehicle with two passengers struck a curb and ended up hitting a pole for reasons currently unknown.Unfortunately, the passenger sustained extreme injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by responding medics.Furthermore, the driver was transported to the hospital where he later died due to his injuries.Meanwhile, the crash blocked Alma School Road in all lanes between Pecos Avenue and Elliot Road for additional investigation.Authorities have yet to release the identities of any party involved at this time, additional information will be updated as it becomes available to the public.Sweet James sends out their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of the victi...