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07-27-2023
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11-year-old girl charged with felony after false kidnapping report inspired by online challenge
An 11-year-old girl in Florida has been arrested and charged with a felony after falsely reporting her friend's kidnapping as part of an online challenge. She sent a text to the police claiming her 14-year-old friend had been kidnapped by an armed man driving a white van. The false report prompted a massive search by multiple law enforcement agencies. The girl admitted that she thought it would be funny, but Sheriff Mike Chitwood emphasized the dangerous consequences and wasted resources. Parents are urged to closely monitor their children's social media use.
Nevada man charged with child abuse after being found unresponsive in vehicle with suffering children
Brian Laugeson, a Nevada man, was found unresponsive in a desert area with his two children who were suffering from heat-related illness. The children were discovered naked and visibly suffering, with one of them experiencing a seizure. Laugeson's vehicle, which contained evidence of possible narcotics use, was seized by the police. All three individuals were taken to hospitals, and Laugeson's blood test confirmed the ingestion of narcotics. He has been arrested on charges of child abuse/neglect with substantial bodily harm or mental harm.
Boat capsizes in Philippines, causing deaths and injuries
A boat carrying passengers capsized in Rizal province, Philippines, after being hit by fierce winds. The incident resulted in the deaths of at least 21 people, while 40 others were saved. Rescue operations are ongoing, with no details provided on the total number of passengers and crew on board. The boat sank near the village of Kalinawan and the town of Binangonan. This incident adds to the death toll caused by stormy weather in Luzon, bringing it to at least 30. Sea accidents are common in the Philippines due to storms, poorly maintained boats, overcrowding, and lax safety enforcement.
Receptionist Arrested for Stealing $44,000 from Patients
Angelina Mena, a receptionist at a Florida doctor's office, has been arrested for using patients' credit card information to commit fraud. Over the course of a month, Mena stole approximately $44,000 from 76 patients. After a 16-month investigation, charges were filed and an arrest warrant was issued. Mena is currently awaiting prosecution in the Orange County Jail.
Helicopter catches fire and crashes in Siberia, killing 4
A Mi-8 helicopter crashed in southern Siberia's Altai Republic, killing four people. The initial report stated 13 people were on board, but later revised the number to 16. Two individuals who were initially thought to be dead had actually left the crash site and went to the hospital on their own. The helicopter, owned by a private company, was carrying a group of tourists.
Search for missing 9-month-old baby in Pennsylvania ends
The search for Conrad Sheils, a 9-month-old baby who was washed away in a deluge in Pennsylvania, has come to an end. Conrad's mother and sister were also swept away and drowned in the flood waters. The family was caught in the flash flood while driving on Route 532. Four other people were killed in the flooding. Relatives and community residents held a candlelight vigil in memory of the victims.
Horan scores game-saving goal after confrontation, United States remains unbeaten
Lindsey Horan scored the game-saving goal for the United States after a confrontation with Danielle van de Donk during a rematch of the 2019 women's final against the Netherlands. The match ended in a 1-1 draw, keeping the United States unbeaten in 19 consecutive matches. Horan expressed her determination to win and praised her opponent's fighting spirit. The draw means neither team has secured a spot in the knockout round yet.
Wynn to face Nevada Gaming Commission over misconduct allegations
The Nevada Gaming Commission is set to meet to address the accusations of sexual misconduct against former casino mogul Steve Wynn. Wynn, who has denied the allegations, signed an agreement with the Nevada Gaming Control Board, admitting to a lack of discretion in preventing incidents that harmed the gaming industry's reputation. The agreement allows Wynn to maintain passive ownership, but without control or decision-making power. Violating the agreement could lead to being deemed unsuitable for association with Nevada casinos and further fines.
Five Palm Beach Central High School officials arrested for failure to report assault of a minor
Five current and former Palm Beach Central High School officials have been arrested and charged with felony failure to report the assault of a minor after not reporting that a 15-year-old student was allegedly assaulted. The officials have been reassigned to roles that do not involve student contact. The failure to report resulted in significant trauma for the victim. One official allegedly read a letter outlining concerns for the victim but did not report the sexual assaults to the appropriate authorities.
Power outages reported in Michigan due to strong winds
Nearly 108,000 customers of DTE Energy and over 32,000 customers of Consumers Energy are currently without power in Michigan. The National Weather Service has reported fallen trees and limbs in areas such as Detroit and Ann Arbor, and a wind gust of 67 mph was recorded in the suburb of Romulus.