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Edna Leighthardt Faces Charges for Childcare Abuse

TLNA — Thu, 08 Feb 2024 04:37:28 +0000

In Northeast Philadelphia, a woman named Edna Leighthardt, aged 53, is facing serious criminal charges related to the alleged abuse and neglect of children at an unlicensed day care she operated from her basement. The charges against her include unlawful restraint and endangering the welfare of children. Unlicensed Day Care Operations Leighthardt reportedly ran an […]

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Stephen Jacobo Tragedy: Youth Violence, Legal Proceedings Unfold

TLNA — Tue, 06 Feb 2024 03:46:17 +0000

In the quiet suburb of Mesa, a poignant reminder of a life cut short resides on Mark Jacobo’s fireplace mantle—a weathered baseball glove belonging to his youngest son, Stephen. The 18-year-old Red Mountain High School senior met a tragic end on November 6, 2022, during a gathering in celebration of his birthday. Legal Proceedings: A […]

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Sadie Slater Arrested: French Bulldog Theft Outside LA Whole Foods

TLNA — Sun, 04 Feb 2024 22:06:43 +0000

An arrest has been made in connection to the theft of a French Bulldog named Onyx outside a Whole Foods in downtown Los Angeles. Sadie Slater, a 21-year-old resident of Los Angeles, was apprehended in Inglewood by authorities around 11:30 p.m. on a Friday, according to a statement from the LAPD. Slater faces charges of […]

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Rebecca Grossman Trial: Deputy Testifies on Westlake Village Collision

TLNA — Thu, 01 Feb 2024 18:59:26 +0000

In the ongoing trial of Rebecca Grossman, charged with murder in the 2020 deaths of two brothers in Westlake Village, Deputy Rafael Mejia provided crucial testimony on the events surrounding the tragic collision. On September 29, 2020, Mejia responded to the scene shortly after the incident that claimed the lives of 11-year-old Mark Iskander and […]

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Former Texas Cop Giovanni Ceja Sentenced for Riverside Hit-and-Run Murder

TLNA — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 20:20:31 +0000

In a tragic incident last summer, a former Texas sheriff’s corporal, Giovanni Ceja, has been sentenced to 15 years to life for the murder of 38-year-old Gilberto Sotelo in Riverside County, California. The sentencing comes after Ceja was found guilty of second-degree murder and hit-and-run involving death in October of the same year. Ceja had […]

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Gilbert Teen Attack: New Arrests and Legal Proceedings Unfold

TLNA — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 04:51:45 +0000

Gilbert, AZ — In a recent development, the Gilbert police have apprehended two more individuals in connection with a violent group attack that took place on a teenager back in August. The arrested individuals are identified as 19-year-old Deleon Haynes and a 17-year-old teenager. Both have been charged with aggravated robbery and aggravated assault. A […]

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Mia Gonzalez Tragedy: Mother Charged, East LA Incident Unfolds

TLNA — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 23:04:52 +0000

In a heart-wrenching incident in East Los Angeles, a 4-year-old girl named Mia Gonzalez lost her life under tragic circumstances. Maria Del Refugio Avalos, the girl’s 38-year-old mother, now faces charges of murder and assault on a child causing death. This article delves into the details of the case and its aftermath. Discovery and Response […]

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Everett Pullett Faces Federal Charges for Evanston Postal Worker Robberies

TLNA — Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:39:06 +0000

A recent federal indictment has revealed that 33-year-old Everett Pullett is facing charges related to the armed robbery of two postal workers in north suburban Evanston in September 2022. The charges include two counts of assaulting a postal worker with the intent to rob and one count of illegally possessing a mail key. Robberies on […]

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Eric Ridenour Mental Competency Hearing and Douglas Church Arson

TLNA — Mon, 29 Jan 2024 00:14:16 +0000

In a recent court hearing in Tucson, Arizona, the question of Eric Ridenour’s mental competency to stand trial for the Douglas church arsons remained unresolved. The hearing, which extended into the late hours of Friday, delved into Ridenour’s mental health and his purported connection with God. Mental Health Assessment and Competency Eric Ridenour faces charges […]

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Eric Ridenour Mental Competency Hearing Raises Legal and Privacy Concerns

TLNA — Sun, 28 Jan 2024 22:13:49 +0000

In a recent hearing in Tucson, Arizona, the question of Eric Ridenour’s mental competency to stand trial for the Douglas church arsons remained unresolved. The proceedings, which extended into the late hours of the day, delved into Ridenour’s mental health and his purported relationship with God. Charges and Motivation Eric Ridenour faces charges of burning […]

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Eric Ridenour Trial: Mental Competency Evaluation Prompts Second Opinion

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 20:06:02 +0000

In the ongoing legal proceedings concerning the Douglas church arsons, the question of Eric Ridenour’s mental competence to stand trial has become a focal point. The recent hearing on this matter extended late into the day on Friday, yet a resolution remained elusive. Deep Dive into Mental Health and Religious Views Unfortunately, the details of […]

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Eric Ridenour Mental Competence Hearing in Douglas Church Arson

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 17:30:33 +0000

In the ongoing legal proceedings related to the Douglas church arsons, a crucial question has emerged: Is Eric Ridenour mentally competent to stand trial? The recent hearing, held on a Friday in Tucson, Arizona, delved into this issue but concluded without a resolution. Uncovering Ridenour’s Mental Health and Spiritual Connection The nature of the hearing […]

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