Shooting

Trial Begins for Man Accused in Deadly 2022 Independence Day Parade Shooting in Suburban Chicago

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WAUKEGAN, Ill. — A trial is slated to commence Monday for a suburban Chicago man charged with carrying out a mass shooting during a 2022 Independence Day parade in Highland Park, where seven people lost their lives and dozens were injured. This event shook the community located about 30 miles north of Chicago, profoundly impacting its residents. Robert Crimo III, 24, has been indicted on 21 counts of first-degree murder, equating to three counts per victim, in addition to 48 counts of attempted murder. Last week, the prosecution decided to drop 48 lesser counts of … Read more

Isle of Palms Officials Face $1 Million Lawsuit for Negligence in 2023 ‘Senior Skip Day’ Shooting Incident

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ISLE OF PALMS, S.C. — In a legal move stemming from a violent incident during a “Senior Skip Day” gathering earlier this year, two individuals have initiated a lawsuit against the Isle of Palms Police Department and the city for what they claim is a failure to provide adequate protection. Teqyah Campbell, along with Lamona Armstrong who is acting on behalf of her minor ward identified only as R.C. in court documents, filed the lawsuit claiming both parties suffered serious, lasting injuries from the event. Campbell, who was a minor at the time of the … Read more

California Judge on Trial for Wife’s Murder Claims Shooting Was Accidental During Emotional Testimony

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SANTA ANA, Calif. — A high-profile murder trial involving a Southern California judge has captured widespread attention as the accused took the stand in his own defense on Monday. Jeffrey Ferguson, a 74-year-old Orange County Superior Court Judge, faced intense scrutiny as he recounted the tragic incident in which he shot his wife, Sheryl, claiming it was an inadvertent discharge during an argument. Ferguson, who has served on the bench for over a decade but is currently suspended, conveyed to the court that the shooting occurred accidentally as he was handling a firearm he usually … Read more

Judge Testifies ‘Accidental’ Shooting in Wife’s Death During Tense Argument

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Santa Ana, California — Orange County Superior Judge Jeffrey Ferguson took the witness stand on Monday, testifying in his own defense during the ongoing trial concerning the fatal shooting of his wife. Ferguson, 74, faces murder charges, emphasized by allegations related to discharging and personally using a firearm in the August incident. During his emotional testimony, Ferguson maintained that the shooting of his 65-year-old wife, Sheryl, was accidental, occurring amid a heated argument about financial support given to his son from a previous marriage. The argument, according to Ferguson, revolved around his financial assistance to … Read more