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Authorities in Atlanta have arrested a man in connection with the tragic death of a 4-year-old girl following a violent domestic incident at an apartment complex in the city’s southwest area.

According to the Atlanta Police Department, detectives with the department’s Homicide Unit identified 34-year-old Rashad Dixon as the suspect and obtained arrest warrants in the case. Family members confirmed that Dixon is the father of the victim, 4-year-old Zuri Dixon.

Police say Dixon is currently in custody and faces multiple charges, including murder, aggravated assault, aggravated battery, cruelty to children in the first degree, possession of a knife during the commission of a felony, false imprisonment, two counts of criminal damage to property, and simple assault.

Officers were dispatched around 11:30 p.m. on March 14 to an apartment in the 1930 block of Alison Court SW after receiving reports of a fight in progress. When officers arrived, they encountered a woman outside the residence who told them a violent dispute was occurring inside the apartment.

Because the door to the unit was locked, responding officers forced entry through a window in order to gain access to the residence and intervene.

Once inside, officers found a man holding an injured child. Authorities said officers used de-escalation tactics and were able to safely remove the child from the suspect’s custody.

According to Lt. Christopher Butler, the child appeared to have suffered severe injuries, including multiple lacerations. Emergency medical personnel transported the girl to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta – Hughes Spalding, where she later died from her injuries.

Police said the man holding the child—later identified as Dixon—was taken into custody at the scene. He was later transported to a hospital for treatment of apparent lacerations to his body before being formally booked on the charges.

The heartbreaking incident has left neighbors in the community shaken. One resident, Javohn Hamilton, said he initially heard what sounded like a typical argument before police arrived.

According to Hamilton, the situation escalated quickly after he heard breaking glass and a child screaming. Another neighbor, who asked not to be identified, said she previously knew the child’s mother from when they stayed at the same shelter and stated the mother had reportedly experienced domestic violence in the past.

Investigators are continuing to work to determine the full circumstances that led to the violent confrontation inside the apartment. Authorities say the case remains an active investigation, and additional details may be released as it progresses.

Authorities in Dallas are investigating a fatal shooting that left two men dead late Monday night.

According to the Dallas Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 12100 block of Audelia Road on March 16, 2026, at approximately 9:47 p.m. When officers arrived at the scene, they discovered two men who had both sustained gunshot wounds.

Emergency responders from Dallas Fire-Rescue Department also arrived and assessed the victims. Unfortunately, both men were pronounced dead at the scene.

One of the victims has been identified as 21-year-old Mardreus Ward. Authorities said the identity of the second victim had not yet been confirmed at the time of the report, pending further investigation and notification of next of kin.

Police have not yet released details regarding what may have led to the shooting or whether any suspects have been identified. Investigators are continuing to gather evidence and speak with potential witnesses as they work to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

The case is currently being handled under investigation number 036948-2026.

Detectives are asking anyone who may have information related to the shooting to come forward. Individuals with details that could assist investigators are encouraged to contact Detective J. Reed at 469-597-9332 or by email at jelisa.reed@dallaspolice.gov.

Authorities say the investigation remains ongoing, and additional information may be released as it becomes available.

Wyoming Teen Charged With First-Degree Murder After Fatal Shooting of His Mother

A tragic incident in Cheyenne, Wyoming, has led to a 14-year-old boy being charged with first-degree murder after authorities say he fatally shot his mother during an argument inside their home.

According to investigators with the Laramie County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to a residence on March 7 at approximately 12:50 p.m. after receiving a report of a woman suffering from a gunshot wound. When first responders arrived, they found 41-year-old Theresa McIntosh unconscious but still breathing with a gunshot wound to the back of her head.

Emergency responders quickly transported McIntosh to a nearby hospital before she was airlifted to a medical facility in Fort Collins, Colorado, for advanced treatment. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, officials confirmed that she died from her injuries the following day, on March 8.

Authorities initially detained a juvenile at the scene while beginning their investigation. The suspect was later identified as Havoc Leone, the victim’s 14-year-old son.

Court documents indicate that Leone initially told deputies that his mother had taken her own life. However, investigators say his story later changed during questioning. According to the investigative affidavit, Leone eventually admitted to shooting his mother while she was inside his bedroom working on a puzzle on the floor. Authorities say he fired a single shot that struck her in the back of the head.

Investigators believe tensions had been building in the household in the days leading up to the shooting. Court records state that about a week before the incident, Leone had argued with his mother after receiving a poor grade in math. During that disagreement, authorities allege he removed a Taurus 9mm handgun from his mother’s vehicle and hid it inside a boot in his bedroom closet.

On the day of the shooting, McIntosh and her common-law husband—who is also Leone’s father—reportedly confronted the teenager about a tablet they believed he had stolen from one of McIntosh’s cleaning clients. During the argument, McIntosh demanded the password to the device, which was written in a notebook located in Leone’s bedroom.

According to investigators, Leone retrieved the notebook but also accessed the hidden handgun at the same time. Authorities say he tossed the notebook toward his mother as she bent down to pick it up. While she was turned away, he allegedly held the handgun with both hands and fired a single shot.

Leone’s father told investigators he had been in the basement playing video games while wearing noise-canceling headphones and initially thought the sound of the gunshot was a balloon popping. When he later went upstairs to check on the situation, he discovered McIntosh critically injured.

Authorities say Leone allegedly told his father, “I don’t know, it just went off,” referring to the firearm. The father immediately called 911 and attempted to help McIntosh while applying pressure to the wound with a towel. He also reported noticing the handgun on the floor nearby, which he said was unusual because the weapon was normally kept in the victim’s vehicle.

Medical professionals who treated McIntosh later told investigators that the injury did not appear consistent with a self-inflicted gunshot wound. This raised further concerns that the shooting was not a suicide.

During interviews with investigators, Leone reportedly admitted that he had previously thought about killing his mother during past arguments when she asked him to do things he did not want to do.

Authorities have now formally charged the teenager with felony first-degree murder. Under Wyoming law, he is expected to be prosecuted as an adult. A judge has reportedly set bond at $500,000.

The investigation remains ongoing, and prosecutors have not yet announced when the next court hearing in the case will take place.

Reports have emerged that former Patrick County Circuit Court Clerk Sherri Hazlewood has been found deceased, prompting concern across the local community. Authorities are expected to release more details as the situation develops.

Hazlewood, a resident of Claudville, previously served as the Circuit Court Clerk for Patrick County. During her time in office, she was known for her work within the county’s judicial system and for serving members of the community who relied on the clerk’s office for court-related services.

According to initial information circulating on Saturday, Hazlewood was discovered dead earlier in the day. However, as of now, officials have not publicly confirmed the circumstances surrounding her death. Law enforcement agencies have also not released an official statement regarding the cause of death or whether the incident is being treated as part of an active investigation.

Authorities typically withhold specific details in situations like this until next-of-kin notifications have been completed and preliminary assessments have been made. Because of this, many of the early reports remain unverified, and officials are urging the public to wait for confirmed updates from law enforcement sources.

Local residents and community members have already begun expressing their condolences and sharing memories of Hazlewood, reflecting the impact she had during her time serving Patrick County. Her role as Circuit Court Clerk placed her at the center of many legal and administrative processes within the county.

Officials are expected to provide additional information once the situation has been fully assessed. Updates will likely include confirmation of the circumstances surrounding her death and any investigative findings, if applicable.

This remains a developing story, and more information will be reported as soon as it becomes available from authorities.

Police are continuing to investigate a late-night shooting that left two men dead and a woman injured in Durham.

According to the Durham Police Department, officers responded shortly before midnight Friday to reports of gunfire in the 3500 block of North Roxboro Street near an apartment complex.

When officers arrived, they discovered three people inside a vehicle who had been shot. Two men were pronounced dead at the scene, while a woman was found alive and transported to a hospital with injuries believed to be non-life-threatening.

Members of the community have identified the two victims as OBN Gutsy and Rich Target, both known figures in Durham’s local rap scene. OBN Gutsy was widely recognized in the Braggtown area, where he lived and built a following through his music.

Investigators secured the area while gathering evidence and speaking with potential witnesses as they worked to determine what led to the shooting.

At this time, police say the circumstances surrounding the double homicide remain unclear, and no suspect information has been publicly released.

Authorities are urging anyone who may have information about the shooting to contact Investigator A. Junker at 919-560-4440 ext. 29416. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through CrimeStoppers at (919) 683-1200.

Officials say the investigation remains active and ongoing as detectives work to determine what led to the deadly shooting.

Police are investigating after a man was found shot to death inside a vehicle Thursday afternoon on the east side of Indianapolis.

According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, officers and medics were called to the 3600 block of Decamp Drive shortly before 4:05 p.m. following a report of a death investigation and a person shot. Family members later identified the victim as Billy, though authorities have not yet publicly released his full identity.

When authorities arrived, they discovered a man inside a black Jeep parked along the street suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene, officials said.

The incident occurred in the North Eastwood housing addition, located southwest of the intersection of East 38th Street and North Post Road.

Investigators initially said they were still working to determine the exact cause and manner of death, and it was not immediately clear whether the shooting was a homicide or a suicide.

Crime scene investigators processed the area for evidence while family members gathered nearby as police continued their investigation.

Authorities have not announced any suspects or arrests, and few details about the circumstances leading up to the shooting have been released.

Police say the investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information will be shared once it becomes available.

Police in Whiteville have identified the woman who died following an early morning assault at a local fitness center.

According to the Whiteville Police Department, officers responded to a call around 5:30 a.m. Wednesday reporting that a woman had been assaulted at Stronger Body Fitness. Authorities have identified the victim as Cynthia Hansen, 71, who was the owner of Stronger Body Fitness.

When officers arrived, they found the victim still conscious but seriously injured. Emergency responders transported her to Columbus Regional Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.

A section of North Johnson Street and East Smith Street was closed for several hours as investigators processed the scene. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation joined the investigation, along with deputies from the Columbus County Sheriff’s Office and a K-9 unit searching the surrounding area for evidence.

Whiteville Police Chief Paul Rockenbach described Hansen as a well-known and respected member of the community.

“She’s been a huge person to our community,” Rockenbach said. “She’s very well known within the community. She has several clients that come on a daily basis. It’s certainly heartbreaking for our entire community and for her family.”

Authorities say no suspect information has been released, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Police are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact the Whiteville Police Department.

The body of a man who went missing late last year after leaving a suburban Chicago bar has been found, bringing a months-long search to a tragic end.

Authorities confirmed that Dan Davis, 59, a longtime employee at 115 Bourbon Street, was discovered Monday afternoon near the 3300 block of Wireton Road in Blue Island.

Davis had been missing since November, when he was last seen leaving the bar around 1:15 a.m. in Merrionette Park. Earlier that night, he had reportedly been involved in a car accident and was later dropped off at the bar by police after declining medical treatment. Body camera footage showed Davis appearing unsteady and nearly slipping on a curb after being dropped off.

Following his disappearance, his daughter Wendy Davis launched an extensive search effort and helped create a Facebook group called “Find Dan Davis.” Volunteers and community members joined organized searches across the surrounding area while reviewing surveillance footage that tracked some of Davis’ movements through Blue Island.

Davis was known by coworkers as a longtime lighting technician at the bar and was described by staff as “family.”

In a statement released after his body was found, Wendy Davis thanked the many volunteers, law enforcement officers, and search-and-rescue teams who assisted in the months-long effort to locate her father. She described him as a “goofball” who filled their lives with laughter and said the overwhelming support from people around the world helped sustain their family through the painful search.

Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the cause of death. The investigation remains ongoing.