Assault

"Christian County Grand Jury Returns Indictments in Serious Assault, Child Abuse, and Gun Violence Cases"

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HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. — A Christian County Grand Jury has issued multiple indictments in connection with a series of serious criminal cases, including assault, child abuse, and wanton endangerment. The grand jury convened on Friday to assess the evidence presented in various cases, resulting in several significant charges aimed at improving community safety. Among the individuals indicted is Culliyon McKnight, who faces a charge of first-degree assault. McKnight’s indictment reflects the ongoing commitment to addressing violent offenses within the community. The specifics of the incident leading to McKnight’s charge have not been disclosed, but the seriousness … Read more

Teenage Relationship Under Scrutiny: Jury Weighs Serious Assault Allegations in Canberra Court

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Canberra, Australia — A jury in Canberra is deliberating over serious allegations brought by a teenage girl against her former boyfriend, which include sexual assault and intimidation. The accused, who was 14 at the time, faces five charges, including a claim that she urged him to take his own life following their breakup. The allegations came to light after the young man was hospitalized, during which he began revealing details about incidents that allegedly occurred during their relationship. The trial featured testimony from several teenage witnesses who were aware of the claims when they emerged. … Read more

Jury Acquits ICE Protester of Assault Charges in Landmark LA Case

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Los Angeles, CA — A jury acquitted Brayan Ramos-Brito of assaulting a federal agent during a demonstration in Los Angeles County, marking a significant outcome in a series of similar cases. The verdict came after a two-day trial that scrutinized the events surrounding a protest against immigration enforcement. Ramos-Brito was charged with assault stemming from a June protest outside the Homeland Security Investigations building in Paramount. Initially facing a felony accusation, federal authorities later downgraded the charge to misdemeanor assault. During the trial, U.S. Border Patrol Sector Chief Gregory Bovino testified to witnessing Ramos-Brito deliver … Read more

"PetSmart Exonerated in Assault Case: Jurors Hold Employee Solely Accountable for Customer Dispute"

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Detroit, Michigan — A federal jury has cleared PetSmart Inc. of liability in a case stemming from a 2020 incident involving a workplace assault. The verdict, delivered on Friday, assigned full responsibility to a store manager for an altercation that left a customer injured and claiming psychological harm. The jury’s decision resulted from a trial that examined a confrontation between the store manager, Krista Aurand, and customer Iza Noor. The incident occurred on November 17, 2020, during a disagreement over the pricing of dog toys at a Chesterfield location. Following about an hour of deliberation, … Read more