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Texas Teen Trafficked from Mavericks Game: Family Sues Hotel for Corporate Responsibility

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Dallas, Texas – The family of a Texas teenager who was kidnapped from a Dallas Mavericks game in April 2022 and trafficked to Oklahoma City over a 10-day period is now suing the hotel where she was assaulted. The victim was given alcohol and drugs, including methamphetamines, and was allegedly sold to an unknown adult male who transported her from Dallas to Oklahoma City. She was then taken to a convicted sex offender named Kenneth Levan Nelson. Oklahoma City authorities have since arrested eight suspects in connection with the crime. The family’s attorney, Zeke Fortenberry, … Read more

Roofing Company Faces Hefty Fines for Violating Child Labor Laws After Fatal Fall of Teen Worker

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Cullman, Alabama – A roofing company in Cullman, Alabama is facing a hefty fine of $117,175 from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) for violating child labor laws following the tragic death of a teenage worker. The DOL found that Apex Roofing & Restoration LLC employed a 15-year-old who suffered a fatal fall while working on a roof. The incident took place on July 1, 2019, at a building owned by Cullman Casting Corporation. The young worker fell approximately 50 feet and sustained severe injuries, including fractures to the skull, ribs, and wrist. Sadly, the … Read more

Jury Awards $32 Million in Damages to Family of Suicidal Teen Wrongfully Killed by Benton Police

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A federal jury in Little Rock has awarded $32 million in damages to the family of a suicidal teenager who was killed by the Benton police in 2016. The jury reached its verdict on Monday against the City of Benton and former Police Chief Kirk Lane. The case brings attention to issues of police conduct and accountability, with significant implications for civil rights and law enforcement practice. The incident occurred on October 17, 2016, when the mother of 17-year-old Keagan Schweikle called 911 to report that he had threatened suicide with … Read more

Peoria Teen Arrested for Allegedly Threatening Local Judge: Authorities Take Swift Action

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PEORIA, Ill. – A teenager from Peoria is facing charges for allegedly making threats against a local judge. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of the judicial system in the city. According to authorities, the 17-year-old, whose identity has been withheld due to their age, was taken into custody after making threatening comments towards a judge. The comments were reportedly made online and sparked immediate action by law enforcement. It is still unclear what led the teenager to target the judge in question. The incident serves as a reminder of the … Read more