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HENRICO COUNTY, Va. – Authorities have identified 39-year-old Tasha Baker of New York as the victim of a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred Friday night on West Broad Street.

According to the Henrico County Police Division, officers responded to reports of a pedestrian struck in the 7000 block of West Broad Street shortly before midnight. When they arrived, they discovered Baker suffering from critical injuries. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators determined that Baker was crossing West Broad Street when she was hit by a vehicle whose driver fled the area without stopping to render aid. Police have not released a description of the vehicle or driver but are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses and traffic cameras in hopes of identifying the suspect.

Police said Baker had been living in Henrico for a period of time without a permanent address, and efforts are underway to notify any surviving family members in New York.

The tragic incident has sparked outrage and sorrow throughout the community. “No one deserves to die like this, alone on the street,” said a local resident who frequently travels through the area. “The person responsible needs to be found and held accountable.”

Authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash or the driver involved to contact Henrico Police at (804) 501-5000 or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

As the investigation continues, those who knew Tasha Baker are remembering her as a woman who faced challenges in life but deserved far more than the violent end she met. A small memorial of flowers and candles has already begun to grow near the site of the crash, a quiet tribute to a life lost too soon.

Henrico Police have vowed to pursue every lead until the person responsible is brought to justice.

 

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – A weekend shooting in Montgomery has left a young man dead, marking the city’s 43rd homicide of 2025 and intensifying concerns over rising violence in the community.

Police have identified the victim as 28-year-old Damorrea Dill-Driver, who was fatally shot in the early morning hours of Saturday, August 23, 2025. According to Sgt. Tina McGriff of the Montgomery Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 12:37 a.m. in the 5000 block of Carmichael Road.

When officers arrived, they found Dill-Driver suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite efforts from first responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

At this time, investigators have not released details about what may have led to the shooting, and no arrests have been announced. Authorities continue to investigate, canvassing the area for witnesses and potential surveillance footage that may provide critical leads.

The fatal shooting has left family, friends, and community members mourning yet another life lost to gun violence. Residents in the Carmichael Road area expressed shock and sadness at the news. “It’s heartbreaking,” said one neighbor. “This keeps happening, and we don’t know when it’s going to stop. Our community is tired of living in fear.”

Montgomery has faced a troubling surge in violent crime throughout 2025, with Dill-Driver’s death becoming the 43rd homicide of the year. City leaders have previously pledged to implement stronger anti-violence initiatives, but many residents say more needs to be done to address the root causes of crime.

Authorities urge anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Montgomery Police Department or submit tips anonymously to Central Alabama CrimeStoppers.

As the investigation continues, the community reflects on a young life cut short and the ongoing toll of violence on families across Montgomery.

 

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Panic and confusion gripped the University of Arkansas campus on Monday after reports of an active shooter near Mullins Library prompted an immediate response from law enforcement. However, authorities have since determined the reports to be false, labeling the incident a hoax.

The alert began circulating shortly before noon when messages warning of an “active shooter” spread quickly through social media and campus communication channels. Out of an abundance of caution, the University of Arkansas Police Department (UAPD) and other law enforcement agencies rapidly responded to the campus, with officers converging on Mullins Library and surrounding areas.

Students and staff were advised to shelter in place as officers conducted a thorough search of the library and nearby buildings. After an extensive sweep, no evidence of a shooter or threat was found, and the university issued an all-clear notice.

University officials have since condemned the false report, noting the disruption and fear it caused among the campus community. “Hoax reports like these not only create unnecessary panic but also divert critical law enforcement resources away from real emergencies,” said a UAPD spokesperson.

Authorities are now investigating the origin of the false report and have indicated that individuals responsible for making such false claims could face serious criminal charges.

The incident comes amid a troubling rise in swatting incidents nationwide—hoax emergency calls designed to provoke an armed police response—raising concerns over public safety, mental health impacts, and law enforcement preparedness.

While no one was physically harmed, students have described the experience as terrifying. “I was in the library when the alert came in,” one student shared. “We locked the doors and hid under desks. Even though it turned out to be fake, it felt very real in that moment.”

The university has announced that counseling services will be made available for students and staff affected by the ordeal.

Officials are urging the public to take emergency alerts seriously but also to verify information through official channels before spreading unconfirmed reports.

The UAPD is asking anyone with information about the source of this hoax to contact them as the investigation continues.

 

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. — Authorities have identified 29-year-old Angelicca Amber Newton of Center Point and 35-year-old Samy Estrada-Flores of Birmingham as the two people killed in separate Jefferson County shootings last week, one of whom was a pregnant woman.

The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed the identities Monday as investigators continue working both homicide cases.

Domestic Violence Turns Deadly in Lipscomb

Newton was killed just before 10:30 a.m. Thursday in what police described as a domestic assault near Fifth Street North and Sixth Avenue North in Lipscomb. Investigators said she was pregnant at the time of her death, intensifying the severity of the charges.

Authorities arrested 32-year-old Alfred Lee Colvin III and charged him with capital murder in connection to Newton’s slaying. Colvin was booked into the Jefferson County Jail late Friday afternoon and is being held without bond.

Community members in Lipscomb have since expressed heartbreak over Newton’s death, calling it a devastating reminder of the dangers of domestic violence. Advocates have emphasized the need for ongoing resources and support for women experiencing abuse.

Predawn Shooting Claims Birmingham Man’s Life

In a separate incident, Estrada-Flores was shot and killed in the early hours of Friday morning.

Deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 4000 block of Pinson Valley Parkway at approximately 12:19 a.m. after reports of a person shot. When deputies arrived, they found Estrada-Flores suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency personnel with Center Point Fire and Rescue Service pronounced him dead at 12:23 a.m.

A 34-year-old woman was also injured in the shooting and rushed to UAB Hospital, where she is expected to survive. Authorities have not released her identity.

Investigation Ongoing

Sheriff’s spokesman Henry Irby confirmed that no arrests have been made in Estrada-Flores’ killing. Investigators are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward.

Anyone with tips is asked to contact the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office at 205-325-1450 or call Crime Stoppers at 205-254-7777.

Community in Mourning

The two shootings, occurring within roughly 24 hours of each other, have rattled communities across Jefferson County. Residents are calling for justice while law enforcement continues piecing together what led to each act of violence.

Both cases remain under active investigation.

 

MORENO VALLEY, Calif. — The desperate search for missing 7-month-old Emmanuel Haro has taken a shocking turn as investigators confirm that both parents, Rebecca and Jake Haro, have been arrested and are now considered prime suspects in their son’s disappearance.

Authorities say the baby was reported missing on August 14, 2025, after Rebecca told police she was attacked while changing Emmanuel in the family’s truck at a Big 5 Sporting Goods store in Yucaipa around 7 p.m. Rebecca claimed a stranger kidnapped her infant in the parking lot, triggering an immediate Amber Alert and widespread manhunt.

A Case Filled with Twists

Since that initial report, the investigation has unraveled in startling ways. Detectives executed multiple search warrants in Cabazon and other parts of Riverside County, combing through desert terrain along Highway 60 in the Badlands, just east of Gilman Springs Road. Crime scene photos released this week show investigators scouring rugged stretches of land sometimes referred to locally as the “secret spot.”

In one chilling detail, Emmanuel’s father, Jake Haro, was photographed assisting police during the search for his son. Only days later, both he and Rebecca were placed under arrest.

Parents Lawyer Up

The Haros have retained attorney Vincent Hughes, who issued a statement urging the public not to rush to judgment:

“This is an incredibly tragic and complex case. My clients maintain that their child was taken from them, and we will challenge the state’s narrative in court.”

Still, police now say evidence points toward Emmanuel’s disappearance being staged. Detectives have not elaborated on what led to the parents’ arrests but cited “inconsistencies” in their statements.

Family History Raises Alarming Questions

The family’s background has added another disturbing layer. Rebecca’s brother, James Beushausen, is currently serving a 50-year sentence for the murder of his girlfriend, Jaylynn Amanda Keith, a case that drew headlines years earlier because James was found guilty of staging the crime scene.

This revelation has fueled speculation that Rebecca and Jake may have orchestrated a hoax around Emmanuel’s disappearance, though police have not yet formally confirmed this theory.

The baby’s grandmother, Mary Beushausen, has publicly pleaded for answers, calling Emmanuel’s disappearance “a nightmare we cannot wake up from.”

New Crime Scene Evidence

Sources close to the investigation told reporters that new crime scene photos taken near Beaumont and Cabazon depict items collected by investigators that may be linked to Emmanuel. Officials, however, have not confirmed whether the infant’s remains have been found.

Sheriff’s deputies say the search effort has been “massive and ongoing,” with law enforcement officers, cadaver dogs, and drones deployed across the Badlands.

Press Conference Expected

The Riverside County Sheriff’s Department has not yet scheduled an official press conference, but one is anticipated this week as mounting public pressure demands answers.

Community members are divided—some holding out hope that Emmanuel is still alive, while others fear the worst.

A Possible Hoax?

The case has been clouded by rumors of a staged kidnapping. Investigators have not ruled out the possibility that the alleged attack outside the sporting goods store never happened.

For now, the Haros remain behind bars as the case against them builds, and Emmanuel’s whereabouts remain unknown.

 

In a tragic and unsettling incident in Oslo last weekend, authorities have arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of a childcare worker at a welfare institution in the Kampen district. The suspect, an 18-year-old Norwegian man of German background, has been formally charged with murder and terrorism. The police say that during his arrest, the suspect told authorities he had also planned to attack a mosque in Oslo—a motive that is heightening concerns of extremist violence.

The Incident

According to police reports, the suspect entered the facility where the victim, identified as 34-year-old Tamima Nibras Juhar, worked. Ms. Juhar was stabbed to death in what appeared to be a hate-fueled attack targeting her affiliation or identity. Norwegian authorities have confirmed that the killing is being treated as an act of right-wing terrorism, given the suspect’s expressed Islamophobic views and extremist online associations.

Evidence of Extremism

• The suspect had “plans to attack a mosque in Oslo and the eastern part of Norway,” according to police statements. 
• Investigators say the perpetrator had a history of engaging with anti-immigrant content, including online affinity for the far-right “Alternative for Norway” movement. 

These factors have prompted authorities to pursue terrorism charges in addition to the murder allegation.

Broader Context of Right-Wing Violence in Norway

This incident marks another stark reminder of the threat posed by right-wing extremism in the country. Norway has faced extremist acts before, including:

• The 2019 mosque shooting in Bærum, carried out by right-wing extremist Philip Manshaus, and
• A continued pattern of concern noted by the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST), which monitors both Islamist and far-right threats. 

Current Status of the Case

• The suspect remains in custody, facing combined charges of murder and terrorism.
• Authorities continue to investigate potential accomplices, connections to extremist networks, and whether there were broader plans beyond the mosque attack.

The Impact

This shocking act has shaken the national consciousness. In mourning Ms. Juhar, public officials and community leaders are calling for unity, tolerance, and vigilance against rising extremist threats.

Summary Table

Detail	Information
Victim	Tamima Nibras Juhar, age 34, welfare worker
Location	Childcare facility in Kampen, Oslo
Suspect	18-year-old male of German-Norwegian background
Charges	Murder and terrorism
Stated Motive	Planned mosque attack; Islamic hatred
Context	Part of broader pattern of right-wing threats

 

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. — Authorities say 17-year-old Shyanne Crawford was fatally shot over the weekend at a home in northeast Oklahoma City, and her 17-year-old boyfriend has been arrested in connection with her death.

According to the Oklahoma City Police Department, officers were dispatched around 2:15 p.m. Saturday to reports of a shooting at a home near Northeast 20th Street and Bath Avenue. When they arrived, they discovered Crawford inside the residence suffering from a gunshot wound.

She was rushed to a nearby hospital, but despite lifesaving efforts, she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Investigators said her boyfriend, also 17, allegedly fired the fatal shot before fleeing the scene. Police quickly located and arrested him. He has since been booked into the Oklahoma County Juvenile Detention Center on a complaint of murder.

The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation, and homicide detectives continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.

Crawford’s tragic death has left family, friends, and classmates in mourning. At just 17, she was described as a kindhearted young woman with a bright future ahead of her.

Police are urging anyone with additional information about the case to contact the Oklahoma City Police Department’s Homicide Tip Line at (405) 297-1200 or reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers at (405) 235-7300.

 

BATON ROUGE, La. — Authorities have identified the victim of a deadly Sunday morning shooting in Baton Rouge as 19-year-old D’Anthony Brown.

According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, officers responded to reports of shots fired at approximately 10:18 a.m. along Bellehaven Trace Drive. When they arrived, they learned that Brown had been struck by gunfire while sitting on a porch with another individual.

Police said an unnamed suspect approached and opened fire, striking Brown. The other person on the porch was not reported to be injured in the attack.

Brown was rushed to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. Despite the efforts of medical staff, he later succumbed to his injuries.

Investigators have not yet released a possible motive for the shooting or details about the suspect. As of Monday, no arrests have been made, and the case remains under active investigation by homicide detectives.

The killing of the 19-year-old has left family members and neighbors heartbroken, with many expressing grief over the loss of a young man whose life was cut tragically short.

Police are asking anyone with information that may assist in the investigation to contact the Baton Rouge Police Department’s Violent Crimes Unit at (225) 389-4869 or call Crime Stoppers at (225) 344-7867. Tips can remain anonymous.

 

TULSA, Okla. — A heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in north Tulsa on Sunday evening when a man allegedly opened fire on his girlfriend and 4-year-old son, killing the child and critically injuring the woman. The Tulsa Police Department confirmed that Jaylen Green has been arrested in connection with the shooting.

According to police, the incident happened around 7:30 p.m. at the Seminole Apartments, located near East Virgin Street and North Utica Avenue. Family members who called 911 reported that Green had shot both his son and his girlfriend before the victims attempted to drive themselves to the hospital.

As some officers secured the scene, others were deployed to watch for the victims’ car en route to medical care. The situation took another dramatic turn when the vehicle broke down near North Lewis Avenue and East Pine Street, forcing first responders to assist on the roadside.

Paramedics with EMSA immediately began life-saving efforts on the 4-year-old boy, who was unresponsive. He and his mother were quickly transferred to an ambulance and rushed toward the hospital, with officers clearing traffic ahead of the emergency vehicle to ensure swift passage. Despite the urgent response, the young child was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at the hospital.

The boy’s mother was rushed into surgery for her injuries and, according to police, is expected to survive. Her condition has been described as stable following the operation.

Investigators have not yet released details about what may have sparked the shooting. Police confirmed that homicide detectives are actively working the case to determine the motive.

Green was arrested a short time later and booked into the Tulsa County Jail on charges of second-degree murder, possession of a firearm, and resisting arrest. Authorities have not released further details about his capture, but they stressed that the swift coordination of officers helped prevent further danger to the community.

The killing of the 4-year-old boy has sent shockwaves through the Tulsa community, with neighbors expressing grief and disbelief at the violence. “It’s just heartbreaking,” one nearby resident said. “That little boy had his whole life ahead of him.”

Police are urging anyone with additional information about the incident to contact the Tulsa Police Homicide Unit or call Crime Stoppers at (918) 596-COPS.

This devastating case remains under investigation as the community mourns the tragic loss of a child and rallies around the surviving victim.

 

LINCOLN, Neb – 46-year-old Dale Hays, a Lancaster County man, is facing multiple charges after deputies say he fired a rifle round at another man during a confrontation on his property southeast of Lincoln.

According to the Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office (LSO), deputies were dispatched around 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, August 23, 2025, to a weapons complaint at a residence near 190th Street and Wittstruck Road.

When deputies arrived, they spoke with those involved and determined the incident unfolded as a 21-year-old man arrived at the home to pick up his 18-year-old girlfriend. Authorities say Hays became engaged in a heated argument with the young man and objected to him being on the property.

During the dispute, investigators allege Hays retrieved a rifle and fired a shot at the 21-year-old, who was still inside his vehicle at the time. Fortunately, the bullet did not strike the victim, and he quickly left the property. Deputies confirmed that no one was injured in the incident.

Following interviews and the collection of evidence, deputies arrested Hays. He was booked into the Lancaster County Jail on multiple charges, including:

• Child Abuse
• Use of a Weapon to Commit a Felony
• Terroristic Threats

The Lancaster County Sheriff’s Office emphasized that the situation could have ended in tragedy and praised the swift response of deputies in safely resolving the incident.

The case remains under investigation, and officials say further charges could be considered pending review by the Lancaster County Attorney’s Office.