domestic violence
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Talecka Brown, a 32-year-old mother from Maryland, has been charged with first-degree attempted murder after allegedly shooting her 13-year-old daughter in a disturbing case of domestic violence. The incident occurred on Monday, September 23, in Seat Pleasant, Maryland, when local police responded to a call about a shooting in the family home. Upon arrival, authorities…
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The Harris County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warrant for the arrest of Michael Maurice Mack, who is wanted in connection with a heinous crime involving the forced participation of his estranged wife in a murder. The incident reportedly took place on August 14, 2024, in Katy, Texas. According to the press release, authorities were…
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Aspiring lawyers who are victims of domestic violence or sexual assault should not have to disclose any related legal or police involvement during the attorney admissions process, the American Bar Association (ABA) said on Tuesday. At its annual meeting in Chicago, the ABA’s policymaking body approved a resolution urging bar admission authorities to create a…
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A judge has issued a temporary restraining order (TRO) against professional boxer Deontay Wilder, following allegations of physical and mental abuse by his fiancée, Telli Swift. The TRO, granted on Monday, mandates that Wilder maintain a distance of at least 100 yards from both Swift and their six-year-old daughter until a scheduled court hearing on…
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In a legal battle unfolding in a Florida court, former Spice Girls singer Mel B, also known as Melanie Brown, is the defendant in a $5 million defamation lawsuit filed by her ex-husband, Stephen Belafonte. Belafonte alleges a deliberate campaign orchestrated by Brown to tarnish his reputation, following their tumultuous divorce. Court documents reveal Belafonte’s…
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In a closely watched legal case, Pierre Tyler, a former Chicago police officer, has been acquitted of murder charges in connection with the shooting death of Andris Wofford, despite compelling evidence suggesting a cover-up. The trial, which lasted five days, concluded with a surprising verdict as the jury unanimously declared Tyler innocent of the 2021…
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A recently spotlighted statute in Missouri is causing a stir, particularly among legal circles and advocacy groups, as it restricts divorce proceedings for pregnant individuals, even in cases of domestic violence. The law, originating in 1973, mandates that individuals seeking divorce must disclose their pregnancy status. In effect, pregnant petitioners are barred from legally ending…
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The O.J. Simpson case stands out as one of the most infamous and consequential trials in American legal history. Beginning in 1994, this trial captured the attention of the nation and highlighted issues of race, celebrity, and the criminal justice system. Even decades later, it continues to be studied and analyzed for its impact on…
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Cameron Sutton, a former Detroit Lions player, surrendered himself to Florida authorities to address allegations of domestic violence, over three weeks after an arrest warrant had been issued against him.
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A tragic incident unfolded in West Palm Beach, Florida, last week when an 18-year-old woman, Kelvi McCray, was shot and killed by her ex-boyfriend, 19-year-old Keisean Shaw, while she was on a FaceTime call with friends. Authorities believe Shaw then took his own life. The fatal shooting occurred on the evening of March 6 at…
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