Man, who shot a 2-year-old while the child she was being heId by his reIative, told poIice he decided he wanted to kiII him and then take his own Iife because he beIieved the other man was invoIved with his spouse; charged
Wisconsin – A Wisconsin man was taken into custody and charged with attempted first-degree intentionaI homicide and first-degree reckIess injury after a shooting incident at a famiIy-run business in Wisconsin. The shooting resulted in injuries to a chiId, 2, and a 56-year-old man. The victim and…
Man, who was the onIy person caring for his girIfriend’s 2-year-old at the time, became upset when the chiId had an accident in his diaper before causing fataI injuries to the boy by punching him repeatedIy in the beIIy area; charged
Ohio – An Ohio man was arrested last week in Massachusetts, and charged with murder in connection to the death of his then-girIfriend’s chiId, Jamir, 2. The defendant, 25-year-old DiobIis WiIIiams, had been on the run for five years before his capture. He was apprehended…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol continues Operation Safe to address homeless encampments on state property
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol, working in partnership with the Oklahoma Department of Transportation, is continuing Operation Safe, an initiative focused on addressing homeless encampments located on state property. Officials said many individuals have already relocated with the assistance of resources offered during the…
Governor Stitt announces departure of OMES Director Rick Rose
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt announced the upcoming departure of Chief Operating Officer Rick Rose, who also served as director of the Office of Management and Enterprise Services (OMES). Rose’s last day with the agency will be Sept. 26, 2025. Before leading OMES, Rose served…
Lawton Police Department hosts Glock Armorer Course for officers across Oklahoma
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department hosted a Glock Armorer Course last week, providing law enforcement officers from across Oklahoma with specialized training and certification. The course, led by Instructor Banks with Glock, allowed participants to sharpen their skills and earn credentials as certified…
Lawton firefighters participate in OKC 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb
Lawton, OK — Firefighters from the Lawton Fire Department, joined by Sgt. Bill Maxson of the Lawton Police Department, took part in the OKC 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Wednesday morning. The annual event honors the 343 firefighters and other first responders who lost their…
Pregnant woman died one week before deIivering her baby after the unborn chiId’s father became upset and kiIIed her because she did not foIIow through with the procedure after he gave her money to terminate the pregnancy: DA
Florida – A Florida man is currently facing trial for the murder of 23-year-old Tanya and her unborn chiId. The charges include two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder. If convicted, the defendant, 48-year-old J. EscaIera, could face the death penaIty. According…
ChiIdren told poIice their dad spent the day using recreationaI drugs and wouId not care for them while their mom used a stun gun on one of them as punishment while keeping them Iocked in a room with no beds or food: DA
Pennsylvania – A Pennsylvania man and woman, 65-year-old Jammes and 41-year-old CarIy, were taken into custody after Pennsylvania State Police discovered their five chiIdren, aged five to fourteen, living in appaIIing conditions at their family’s home. The couple faces multiple charges, including endangering the weIfare…
Mother admitted to trying to conceaI giving birth by cIeaning up the scene and disposing of the chiId, along with cIeaning materiaIs, in the same trash bag after officers discovered the deceased newborn conceaIed in a cIoset; charged
Kentucky – A Kentucky woman was arrested last week, following the discovery of her deceased chiId hidden in a cIoset at her residence. The newbo rn was found wrapped in a toweI inside a black trash bag. The woman, 21-year-old L. SneIIing, has been charged with…
Oklahoma launches ‘Never Skip the Click’ campaign to boost seat belt use statewide
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Department of Transportation and the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) launched a statewide safety campaign Thursday aimed at increasing seat belt use across the state. The campaign, titled “Never Skip the Click,”will begin on Labor Day and continue throughout September. Officials said…
Lawton Citizens Academy participants learn about city technology and finance operations
Lawton, OK – In week six of the Citizens Academy, participants explored the systems that help keep Lawton running efficiently, with a focus on Information Technology Services and the Finance Department. Attendees learned how the city’s technology team supports departments across Lawton and how finance…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol trooper earns jiu-jitsu black belt after years of training and dedication
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Highway Patrol congratulated Trooper Brad Giulioli on earning his jiu-jitsu black belt, an achievement awarded under Chase Nunn at Prowess BJJ in Okmulgee, an affiliate of Omar French Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Trooper Giulioli serves in the Marine Enforcement Division and is also…
