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  • Motorcyclist Leo Martinez Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash in Lubbock

    Motorcyclist Leo Martinez Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash in Lubbock

    Motorcyclist Leo Martinez Killed in Hit-and-Run Crash in Lubbock

    A motorcyclist has been identified after dying in a hit-and-run crash Friday evening in Lubbock.

    Authorities say Leo Martinez popularly known as Lito, of La Feria, was the victim of the collision that occurred near the intersection of 42nd Street and Memphis Avenue.

    According to investigators, emergency crews were called to the scene around 5:55 p.m. following reports of a crash involving injuries. When first responders arrived, they found the motorcyclist suffering from critical injuries.

    Despite lifesaving efforts, Martinez was pronounced dead at the scene, officials confirmed.

    Preliminary information indicates that a blue vehicle struck the motorcycle and then fled the area, leaving the rider seriously injured. Police believe the vehicle involved in the crash left the scene immediately after the collision.

    Officers closed traffic in the surrounding area as they began processing the crash site and gathering evidence. As of approximately 6:30 p.m., traffic remained blocked while investigators examined the scene.

    The Lubbock Police Department is actively working to locate the vehicle involved and determine the circumstances that led to the deadly crash.

    Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision or who may have information about a blue vehicle seen in the area at the time to contact local law enforcement.

    Officials say the investigation remains ongoing as detectives continue to search for the driver responsible.

  • 26-Year-Old Toye Kyle Jackson Dies After Motorcycle Crash in Leeds

    26-Year-Old Toye Kyle Jackson Dies After Motorcycle Crash in Leeds

    26-Year-Old Toye Kyle Jackson Dies After Motorcycle Crash in Leeds

    A 26-year-old man from Odenville has died following a motorcycle crash Thursday afternoon in Leeds, authorities confirmed.

    The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Toye Kyle Jackson, 26.

    According to officials, Jackson was operating a motorcycle that was involved in a collision with a motor vehicle. Preliminary reports indicate the crash occurred at approximately 4:25 p.m. Thursday in the 7200 block of Elliot Lane in Leeds.

    Authorities said Jackson was the only rider on the motorcycle at the time of the crash.

    Emergency responders arrived at the scene and transported Jackson to UAB Hospital with serious injuries. Despite lifesaving efforts by medical personnel, he was pronounced dead at 5:22 p.m.

    Officials have not yet released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the crash, including the condition of the driver of the other vehicle involved in the collision.

    The Leeds Police Department is currently investigating the cause of the crash as authorities work to determine what led up to the fatal incident.

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

  • 23-Year-Old Cornelius Lee Evans Dies After Shooting in Birmingham’s Kingston Community

    23-Year-Old Cornelius Lee Evans Dies After Shooting in Birmingham’s Kingston Community

    23-Year-Old Cornelius Lee Evans Dies After Shooting in Birmingham’s Kingston Community

    Authorities have confirmed the death of a 23-year-old man who was critically injured in a shooting at a public housing complex in Birmingham Thursday night.

    The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as Cornelius Lee Evans, 23.

    According to officials, officers with the Birmingham Police Department and Birmingham Fire and Rescue crews responded to reports of gunfire around 8:50 p.m. in the 4600 block of Roscoe Avenue. The location is part of the Rev. Dr. Morrell Todd Homes, a public housing community in Birmingham’s Kingston neighborhood.

    When emergency responders arrived, they found Evans suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Witnesses reported hearing numerous gunshots in the area before authorities were called. First responders quickly provided medical assistance at the scene before transporting Evans to a nearby hospital in critical condition.

    Despite lifesaving efforts by medical staff, Evans later died from his injuries, according to the coroner’s office.

    Investigators have not yet released information about a potential suspect or what may have led to the shooting. Police say the circumstances surrounding the incident remain under active investigation.

    Authorities are asking anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or has information that could help investigators to contact the Birmingham Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 205-254-1764. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.

    Officials say more information will be released as the investigation continues.

  • Police Seek Driver of Pickup in Fatal Semi-Truck Crash in Alberta

    Police Seek Driver of Pickup in Fatal Semi-Truck Crash in Alberta

    Authorities in Alberta are asking the public for help identifying a driver believed to be involved in a fatal crash that claimed the life of a semi-truck driver last month.

    According to the Alberta RCMP, the collision happened on February 18, 2026, between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. on Highway 49 just south of Highway 676 in the Municipal District of Smoky River near McLennan.

    Investigators say a pickup truck attempted to pass a semi-truck and moved directly into the path of another semi that was hauling a tanker filled with petroleum. In an attempt to avoid a head-on collision, the tanker truck driver swerved suddenly. The maneuver caused the truck to leave the roadway and roll into the northbound ditch.

    Emergency crews responded to the crash scene, but the semi driver later died from injuries sustained in the incident. The pickup truck believed to be involved did not stop and left the area.

    Police have described the vehicle as a newer model black Ford F-150 with black rims, silver trim accents, and a black soft roll-up cover over the truck bed.

    Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or who may have dashcam footage from the area during that time to come forward with information that could help investigators identify the driver.

    Anyone with details about the incident is asked to contact RCMP at 310-RCMP (7267). Those who wish to remain anonymous can reach out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

    Meanwhile, a fundraising effort has been launched to support the victim’s family. The driver, identified as Raymond, is survived by his wife, Jenn, and their daughter, Raelynn, who are now coping with the sudden loss.

  • 23-Year-Old Kiara Manion Identified as Victim in Fatal Pineville Crash

    23-Year-Old Kiara Manion Identified as Victim in Fatal Pineville Crash

    Authorities have identified the victim of a deadly crash that occurred Thursday morning in Pineville, Missouri. The passenger who lost her life in the collision has been identified as 23-year-old Kiara Manion, a resident of Pineville.

    According to officials, the crash happened shortly after 9:15 a.m. on March 5, 2026, at the intersection of Business 71 and Jesse James Road. Emergency dispatchers received reports of a serious two-vehicle accident, prompting Pineville Police and Fire departments, along with Freeman Ambulance, to respond quickly to the scene.

    When first responders arrived, they discovered two vehicles that had sustained heavy damage from the collision. Both drivers were injured and transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Manion, who was riding as a passenger in one of the vehicles, suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.

    Due to the severity of the crash, local authorities requested assistance from the Missouri State Highway Patrol. Troopers later called in the Major Crash Investigation Unit (MCIU) to carry out a more detailed investigation into what led to the collision.

    Preliminary information from investigators indicates that one of the vehicles involved was a 2024 Ford Expedition driven by a 27-year-old man from Prairie Grove, Arkansas. He reportedly suffered minor injuries and was transported to a hospital in Arkansas for treatment.

    The second vehicle was a 2004 Cadillac driven by a 42-year-old man from Pineville. He sustained moderate injuries and was taken to a hospital in Joplin, Missouri. Manion was a passenger in that vehicle at the time of the crash.

    Authorities closed the roadway for approximately three and a half hours while investigators examined the crash site. Crews from MoDOT McDonald County assisted with traffic control and cleanup efforts before the road reopened around 12:45 p.m. The investigation into the crash remains ongoing.

  • Angela Born Identified as Victim in Deadly I-64 Crash; Suspect Faces Vehicular Homicide Charges

    Angela Born Identified as Victim in Deadly I-64 Crash; Suspect Faces Vehicular Homicide Charges

    A woman who died in a fiery crash on Interstate 64 East in Putnam County, West Virginia, has been identified as Angela Born of Kanawha County. The deadly collision occurred Thursday afternoon around 2:30 p.m., according to Putnam County Sheriff Bobby Eggleton. Emergency crews responded to the scene where Born was pronounced dead after the crash caused her vehicle to catch fire. The incident forced authorities to shut down the eastbound lanes of I-64 for several hours while firefighters extinguished the blaze and investigators processed the scene.

    Officials say 22-year-old Joseph R. Elswick of Putnam County has been arrested in connection with the crash. He is now facing several charges, including vehicular homicide and fleeing with reckless indifference. Authorities also obtained a search warrant to collect Elswick’s blood test results as part of the ongoing investigation.

    According to Sheriff Eggleton, the situation began earlier when Elswick allegedly stole a vehicle that had a firearm inside. Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle on Johns Creek Road, but the driver fled, leading to a pursuit. During the chase, officers deployed stop sticks to puncture the vehicle’s tires.

    Despite the damaged tires, investigators say Elswick continued driving onto Interstate 64, passing the Hurricane exit before crashing into Born’s vehicle, causing the deadly fire.

    Sheriff Eggleton described Born as a respected member of the community who operated a local strawberry farm. He offered condolences to her family, remembering her as a kind and hardworking woman.

  • 23-Year-Old Richard A. Williams, Known as “Rīčh Kütż,” Dies After Hit-and-Run Incident

    23-Year-Old Richard A. Williams, Known as “Rīčh Kütż,” Dies After Hit-and-Run Incident

    23-Year-Old Richard A. Williams, Known as “Rīčh Kütż,” Dies After Hit-and-Run Incident

    A community is mourning the tragic loss of Richard A. Williams, a 23-year-old man popularly known as “Rīčh Kütż,” who died after being struck by a vehicle in an apparent hit-and-run incident. Family members and friends have taken to social media to share their grief and call for justice.

    According to posts shared by relatives, Williams was walking along Russell Street when he was hit by a vehicle late at night. The driver reportedly fled the scene without stopping to render aid. Loved ones say the young man suffered critical injuries and later succumbed to them.

    Friends described Williams as a supportive and loyal person who maintained strong relationships even after graduating from school. One friend recalled their long friendship that began in the seventh grade and continued through graduation, saying Williams always supported his music and kept in touch over the years.

    Family members are now pleading with the public to help identify the driver responsible for the crash. A relative said anyone who may have seen the incident or has Ring camera footage from the area is urged to come forward with information that could help investigators.

    Williams’ mother shared a heartfelt tribute online, expressing her heartbreak and remembering her son with love. She wrote that her “baby” would always remain in her heart, marking his life with the dates July 3, 2002 – March 5, 2026.

    As the community grieves the loss of the young man, many are hoping authorities will quickly identify the driver involved so the family can receive justice.

  • Huntsville Police Investigating Homicide After Alabama A&M Student Nadiya Perkins Found Dead

    Huntsville Police Investigating Homicide After Alabama A&M Student Nadiya Perkins Found Dead

    Police in Huntsville, Alabama, are investigating the death of a 19-year-old woman who was found shot at an apartment complex Wednesday morning.

    According to authorities, officers responded to a shots-fired call around 9:00 a.m. at an apartment complex located near the intersection of Julia Street and University Drive. When officers arrived, they discovered a young woman suffering from gunshot wounds. She was later pronounced dead at the scene.

    The Madison County Coroner’s Office identified the victim as 19-year-old Nadiya Dayana Elise Perkins of Montgomery, Alabama. Madison County Coroner Dr. Tyler Berryhill confirmed that Perkins died from injuries caused by the shooting, and her death has been ruled a homicide.

    Police say the investigation is still ongoing as detectives continue working to determine what led to the fatal shooting. At this time, authorities have not released information regarding a suspect or a possible motive.

    In a statement released by Alabama A&M University President Dr. Daniel K. Wims, it was confirmed that Perkins was a freshman at the university majoring in criminal justice. The university expressed its deepest condolences to Perkins’ family, friends, classmates, and professors.

    University officials described Perkins as a kind and thoughtful member of the campus community whose loss has deeply impacted students and staff. The university also encouraged anyone affected by the tragedy to seek counseling and support services available through the school.

    Huntsville police are asking anyone with information related to the case to contact authorities as the investigation continues.

  • Investigation Underway After Fatal Shooting in North Okaloosa County; Victim Identified as “Goodfella Jthree”

    Investigation Underway After Fatal Shooting in North Okaloosa County; Victim Identified as “Goodfella Jthree”

    The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early this morning in north Okaloosa County. The victim has since been identified and was popularly known as “Goodfella Jthree.”

    Authorities say a motorist contacted 9-1-1 shortly before 6:00 a.m. after spotting a man lying in the roadway on Taylor Road, off Lake Silver Road, north of Crestview. Deputies responded to the scene and discovered a 20-year-old man from Mary Esther deceased. Shell casings were found near the victim’s body, and investigators carefully processed the area for evidence.

    Law enforcement officials temporarily closed the roadway in the immediate area while investigators worked the scene. Officials indicated that additional details will be released as the investigation progresses.

    Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the homicide to contact the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office at 850-651-7400. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Emerald Coast Crime Stoppers via the P3 Tips mobile app, online at emeraldcoastcrimestoppers.com, or by calling 850-863-TIPS.

    The investigation remains ongoing.

  • Princess “SuperMama” Stacy Identified as Woman Found Dead in Tobago

    Princess “SuperMama” Stacy Identified as Woman Found Dead in Tobago

    Princess “SuperMama” Stacy Identified as Woman Found Dead in Tobago

    Authorities have officially identified the woman whose body was discovered along the shoreline at Blenheim Bay in Tobago as Princess Stacy, widely known as “SuperMama Stacy.” Investigations remain ongoing as police work to determine the circumstances surrounding her death.

    Princess Stacy, believed to be from Golconda in San Fernando, had reportedly traveled to Tobago for a vacation. According to a close associate, she had recently entered a new relationship with a man she met while on the island and had been staying in short-term rented accommodations during her visit. The associate stated that their last conversation took place on Saturday, during which Stacy reportedly mentioned she was trying to gather funds to purchase a ticket to return home to Trinidad.

    On March 3, 2026, officers on mobile patrol along Windward Road in Mt. St. George were alerted by residents about a body seen floating offshore. The body later washed ashore near the Mt. St. George/Goodwood electoral district office and was brought onto land with assistance from civilians in the area.

    Authorities noted several distinctive tattoos that assisted in confirming her identity. The body was transported to the Scarborough mortuary, where a forensic autopsy has been ordered to determine the cause of death. Senior investigators from the Homicide Bureau and Criminal Investigation Department continue to lead the case.

    Police say investigations are still active.