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Controversial Legal Battle: Family of Fallen Trooper Files Counter Lawsuit Against Truck Driver’s Estate

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FORT PIERCE, Fla. — A man accused of attempting to assassinate former President Donald Trump nearly a year ago is seeking to dismiss his court-appointed public defenders. Ryan Routh’s request, which does not specify reasons for his desire to change representation, is scheduled for hearing today. His trial is expected to commence in September. In related news, a Port St. Lucie woman is behind bars, facing allegations of running a fraudulent medical spa from her home. Investigators arrested Rosa Mina on Wednesday after a victim suffered facial paralysis following a purported Botox session. Mina faces … Read more

Community Mourns Fallen Deputy Brandon Gaede: A Hero Remembered After Tragic Shooting in Phillipsburg

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WICHITA, Kan. — The community is mourning the loss of Deputy Brandon Gaede, who was killed while responding to a call about illegal fireworks in Phillipsburg on Friday night. The incident, which has deeply affected those within law enforcement and the local community, underscores the risks officers face daily while serving. Deputy Gaede, a member of the Phillips County Sheriff’s Office, was shot during an altercation with a suspect identified as Kolton Griffith, 27. Law enforcement officials reported that the shooting occurred shortly after 9:30 p.m. while Gaede was investigating the fireworks complaint at a … Read more

$500,000 Verdict: Widow of Fallen Officer Seeks Justice Following Capitol Riot Trauma

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WASHINGTON — A federal jury awarded $500,000 to Erin Smith, the widow of Metropolitan Police Officer Jeffrey Smith, who took his own life shortly after confronting rioters during the January 6 Capitol insurrection. This verdict, reached on Monday, includes significant punitive and compensatory damages against 69-year-old chiropractor David Walls-Kaufman, who was involved in a physical encounter with officer Smith during the violent unrest. The jury’s decision included $380,000 in punitive damages and $60,000 in compensatory damages directed to Erin Smith for the assault on her husband. An additional $60,000 was awarded to Jeffrey Smith’s estate … Read more

BBC’s ‘Hell Jumper’ Triumphs at Banff Rockie Awards, Honoring Fallen Aid Worker Chris Parry and Ukrainian Resilience

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Banff, Canada — The documentary Hell Jumper, which chronicles the life and death of British aid worker Chris Parry amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, captured the Grand Jury Prize at the Rockie Awards during the Banff World Media Festival on Monday night. The film, directed by Paddy Wivell, also secured the award for best social issues and current affairs program. In his acceptance speech, Wivell emphasized the profound impact of Parry’s life and dedicated the honors to him and his family. He also extended his tribute to displaced Ukrainians affected by the war, noting … Read more