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Schenectady Police investigate another suspected fatal overdose

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- According to the Schenectady Police, eight individuals have died due to suspected fatal overdose deaths between July 1 and 8. The latest case was reported on July 8 in the City's Stockade Neighborhood. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! An autopsy of the body was conducted. It is believed that intoxication by drugs was a factor. Police believe that the substances involved in these cases consist of heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, and xylazine. The substances were injected, smoked, and snorted. The Special Investigations Unit is continuing to investigate the suspected fatal overdose incidents. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Tips Line at (518) 788-6566 or to submit a tip online.

Man attacks Jeff Co. deputy with screwdriver during attempted arrest

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. - Two people are behind bars after a man reportedly attacked a Jefferson County deputy with a screwdriver during an attempted arrest over the weekend. Prosecutors have charged Nicholas Davis, 47, and Amanda Davis, 45, of Dittmer, Missouri, with felonies in the investigation. Accused killer’s case thrown out over one question at trial The alleged attack followed a traffic stop of a driver in the 9500 block of Jones Creek Road on July 7, though the driver was not Nicholas or Amanda. According to court documents obtained by FOX 2, Nicholas reportedly came out of his nearby home, yelled at a deputy and started approaching him while holding a screwdriver. The deputy initially ordered Nicholas to back away, then used pepper spray. Per court documents, the deputy attempted to arrest Nicholas, who then struck him in the chest with the screwdriver. Amanda reportedly approached the deputy and pulled him away from Nicholas before both ran inside their home. Close ...

18-year-old accused of shooting from stolen vehicle outside girlfriend's house

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY, Mo. - A St. Louis County 18-year-old is accused of firing a gun from a stolen vehicle with the intent to intimidate his girlfriend.According to a report filed by the University City Police Department, the incident happened on June 27 in the 1500 block of Park Way Drive.Police claim Walter Moore was driving to his girlfriend's house and arguing with her over the phone about money he'd spent on her during the relationship. When he got to her home, Moore, still seated in his car, took out a gun and fired several shots into the air.Officers arrived at the scene and Moore sped away. He allegedly broadcasted the police pursuit on his Instagram account, and also texted a death threat to his girlfriend. Accused killer’s case thrown out over one question at trial During the pursuit, police discovered the vehicle Moore was driving had been reported stolen in the City of St. Louis. Moore was eventually taken into police custody.After being booked, Moore allegedly called a f...

Denver Beer Co. will open fifth location in southern suburb

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

Denver Beer Co., the fast-growing brewery operation that recently opened its fourth location in Lowry, on Tuesday said it has begun working on a fifth location in Littleton.The new taproom, at 2409 Main St., will include a kitchen and an all-season patio with both outdoor and enclosed seating, fire pits, patio heaters, misters and games. Unlike Denver Beer Co.’s other locations in Denver and Arvada, the Littleton taproom will offer table service from the kitchen.“This little spot on Main Street is a perfect extension of [the brewery], with its spacious patio and position in the heart of the community,” co-owner Patrick Crawford said in a statement.Related ArticlesRestaurants, Food and Drink | This brewery tap room also serves as a trailhead for runners, hikers and mountain bikers | Opinion Restaurants, Food and Drink | Paramore’s career high, brewers take over Salida, Cirque’s “Kooza” and more things to do in Denver this week ...

Pedestrian hit, killed on 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

One person was killed and several lanes were closed in a crash on the 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles Tuesday morning.The incident was reported around 5 a.m. in the southbound lanes near North Los Angeles Street, according to the California Highway Patrol. A vehicle somehow struck and killed a pedestrian but no further details about the crash were immediately available. Sky5 view of the 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles where a pedestrian was hit and killed. July 11, 2023. (KTLA)Three lanes were blocked on the southbound side of the freeway as a result of the collision. A SigAlert for the lane closures was issued shortly after the crash. Lanes reopened later in the morning.

Leonardo DiCaprio to fund scholarships, climate education at his former school in L.A.

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

Leonardo DiCaprio will fund scholarships and a climate education program at the UCLA-based elementary school where he was once himself a scholarship student, the actor and the college said Tuesday.The Leonardo DiCaprio Scholarship fund and the Climate Justice Education Program are set to begin in the forthcoming school year at the UCLA Lab School. “I was fortunate enough to attend the Lab School due to the generous contributions of UCLA donors, and my experience profoundly transformed my worldview,” DiCaprio said in a statement to The Associated Press. “I am proud to have the chance to pass on my experience to those who might otherwise miss out on this opportunity, and to help create a program that will help guide the next generation of climate warriors.”The school aims to provide innovative educational techniques for its students — whose ages range from 4 to 12 — that outside teachers can come to study.DiCaprio's scholarship fund will give its students who need financial aid, which...

Juan Rafael Bautista Pronounced Dead Following Three-Car Collision on Vasco Road [Byron, CA]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

3 Injured in Fatal Head-on Crash near Camino DiabloBYRON, CA (July 11, 2023) – Wednesday afternoon, a head-on collision on Vasco Road left Juan Rafael Bautista dead and three others injured.The incident happened on June 21st, shortly before 2:00 a.m., on Vasco Road, just south of Camino Diablo.According to the authorities, a Dodge Ram, a Toyota Tacoma driven by 47-year-old Bautista, and a Chevrolet Express were involved in the collision.Upon investigation, the officers discovered that the Dodge was headed southbound when it veered over to the northbound lanes and collided head-on with Bautista for reasons currently unknown.Furthermore, the Chevy which was headed northbound struck the Dodge that was overturned from the first collision.Unfortunately, Bautista died at the scene due to the extent of his injuries.Meanwhile, the driver of the Dodge suffered major wounds. Their passenger along, with the driver of the Chevy, received minor injuries.Consequently, two of them were airli...

Bicyclist Struck by Dump-Truck on Britannia Boulevard [Otay Mesa, CA]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

Unidentified Cyclist Hospitalized after Dump-Truck Collision near State Route 905OTAY MESA, CA (July 11, 2023) – Early Tuesday morning, one bicyclist was struck and injured by a dump-truck on Britannia Boulevard.Police responded to the scene just before 5:30 a.m., on the southbound lanes of Britannia near State Route 904 on June 6th.Investigators say a dump-truck and bicyclist collided in the area. However, further events leading up to the incident remain unclear.First responders arrived and located the severely injured cyclist trapped underneath the dump-truck. Paramedics transported the rider to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries.At this time, an active investigation to determine further information is still currently underway. Once available, more details will be provided about the dump-truck crash on Britannia Boulevard.Injuries sustained in a bicycle accident can take a toll on a person’s financial, physical, and emotional well-being. As a cyclist, exe...

Henry Keating, Josh McGuigan Dead after DUI Crash on Skyline Boulevard [Woodside, CA]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

James Morton Worthington Arrested after Fiery DUI Crash near Reids Roost RoadWOODSIDE, CA (July 11, 2023) – Wednesday night, James Morton Worthington was arrested after a DUI crash on Skyline Boulevard that killed Josh McGuigan and Henry Keating.The incident happened on July 2nd, at around 5:40 p.m., on Skyline Boulevard.According to reports, Keating, McGuigan, and Worthington left Alice’s Restaurant after drinks and dinner. The three of them set off in a sedan driven by Worthington. He was driving about 90 mph when he lost control and collided with a tree near Reids Roost Road. The collision caused the sedan to burst into flames.Following the collision, several witnesses helped the motionless Worthington out of the car.First responders transported Worthington to Stanford Hospital for treatment of fractured ribs and other injuries.Meanwhile, officials pronounced 22-year-old Josh McGuigan, of Redwood City, and 23-year-old Henry Keating, of Menlo Park, dead at the scene.La...

Defon Muirente Arrested after Fiery Crash on Rancho Drive [Las Vegas, NV]

Published Tue, 04 Mar 2025 14:01:56 GMT

Multiple Injured after Deadly Fiery Crash on Bryn Mawr AvenueLAS VEGAS, NV (July 11, 2023) – Wednesday evening, Defon Muirente was arrested following a deadly fiery car accident that killed one person.The incident happened on July 5th just before 6:40 p.m. at the intersection of Rancho Drive and Bryn Mawr Avenue.According to the LVMPD deputies, a 2013 Dodge Charger and a 2005 Buick LeSabre collided causing the deadly accident.Investigation showed that Muirente was traveling at high speed in the northbound Rancho when he crashed into the Buick and attempted to turn onto southbound Rancho from westbound Glen Heather Way.Furthermore, the 72-year-old driver of the Buick suffered life-threatening injuries.Unfortunately, the woman succumbed to her injuries and died.Meanwhile, Muirente and his three female passengers suffered minor injuries and were given medical attention.Consequently, Muirente showed no signs of impairment.Authorities charged Muirente with suspicion of reckless dri...