Wisconsin Department of Justice Investigates Officers’ Harrowing Encounter During Welfare Check in Rhinelander

RHINELANDER, Wis. – An investigation is underway by the Wisconsin Department of Justice Division of Criminal Investigation into an incident where officers exchanged gunfire during a welfare check near Rhinelander on Saturday night. The incident began when the Oneida County Sheriff’s Office received two hang-up 911 calls around 8:40 p.m., prompting a welfare check at a residence on River Street in the town of Crescent. Responding to the call, three Oneida County Sheriff’s deputies and two officers from the Rhinelander police force arrived at the scene. Upon entering the home, law enforcement officers were met … Read more

Passengers File Class Action Lawsuit Against Boeing After Harrowing Emergency Landing

PORTLAND, Ore. – Passengers of an Alaska Airlines flight that experienced a critical failure have chosen to file a class action lawsuit against Boeing. The incident occurred during takeoff on Friday, Jan. 5, forcing the aircraft, a Boeing 737 MAX 9, to make an emergency return landing at Portland International Airport. The suit was filed by a Seattle firm on behalf of the passengers. Flight 1282 departed from PDX shortly before 4:30 p.m. When the plane reached an altitude of 16,000 feet, a door plug blew out, causing a rapid depressurization incident. The force of … Read more

Brave Officer and Loyal K-9 Injured in Harrowing 2-Car Collision at Eureka’s I Street

Eureka, California – A police officer and his K-9 companion sustained injuries in a two-car collision at the intersection of I Street and 7th Street on January 2, around 8:00 p.m. The Eureka Police Department reported the incident. The details surrounding the accident remain unclear, adding to the ongoing investigation. However, the injured officer and K-9 are receiving medical attention for their injuries. Further information regarding the extent of their injuries and their current conditions has not been disclosed at this time. Road accidents involving law enforcement officers serve as a reminder of the risks … Read more