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Police say at least 7 children ages 12 to 17 were injured in a shooting in Downtown Indianapolis

31Mar

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Police say at least 7 children ages 12 to 17 were injured in a shooting in Downtown Indianapolis

Indianapolis seven children aged between 12 and 17 were victims of a mass shooting in a crowded downtown area on a recent weekend night. Late on Saturday evening, the peaceful atmosphere of downtown Indianapolis was shattered by the sound of gunfire. Officers who were patrolling the vicinity were drawn to the Circle Centre Mall, a bustling shopping plaza, after hearing the gunshots, told Fox 59. Upon arriving at West Maryland Street, they encountered a large group of youngsters, six of whom had been shot. Deputy Chief of Police Tanya Terry reported the details in a news conference the following morning, according to CNN. All injured individuals were immediately transported to local hospitals, with an additional victim arriving later. The victims of this horrifying incident rang...

The Dangers of Co-Sleeping: A Tragic Story of a Mother Charged with Homicide

24Feb

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The Dangers of Co-Sleeping: A Tragic Story of a Mother Charged with Homicide

Co-sleeping is a practice that has garnered both support and criticism among parents. While some believe it promotes bonding and facilitates breastfeeding, others argue that it poses significant risks, especially for infants. In a heartbreaking case from Muncie, Indiana, a mother is facing charges of reckless homicide and neglect of a dependent after her child tragically died while co-sleeping. On October 9, 2023, Aaliyah Lykins, a resident of Muncie, Indiana, was breastfeeding her newborn baby in bed when she allegedly fell asleep. When she woke up, she discovered her two-week-old daughter in cardiac arrest. Emergency medical services were called, but unfortunately, the baby could not be revived and was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at a local hospital. This devastating event m...

Troopers Bravely Rescue Camels and Zebras From Massive Truck Fire in Indiana

27Jan

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Troopers Bravely Rescue Camels and Zebras From Massive Truck Fire in Indiana

In a remarkable display of bravery and quick thinking, troopers from the Indiana State Police and Grant County Sheriff's Office came to the rescue of several camels and zebras that were trapped in a burning semi-truck on Interstate 69. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning, causing a temporary closure of the highway. Thanks to the heroic efforts of the first responders, all the animals were safely rescued, and no harm came to them. In the early hours of that fateful Saturday morning, around 2 a.m., a state trooper, Edward Titus, noticed a semi-truck cab engulfed in flames on Interstate 69 near the 263 mile-marker. The driver, Armando C. Alvarez, had managed to escape the vehicle unharmed. However, the trailer, which was transporting animals from the Shrine Circus,...

Indiana’s Darkest Secret Finally Uncovered – 3 Girls Abduction Mystery Solved

20Jan

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Indiana’s Darkest Secret Finally Uncovered – 3 Girls Abduction Mystery Solved

Indiana's darkest secret, a haunting abduction mystery that has remained unresolved for nearly 50 years, has finally been unraveled. Three courageous women endured a harrowing experience when they were abducted, bound, and left for dead in an Indiana cornfield in 1975. Kandice Smith, Sheri Rottler Trick, and Kathie Rottler, the survivors of this brutal attack, have long sought justice and closure. Thanks to advancements in genetic genealogy technology and the relentless dedication of law enforcement, the identity of their assailant has now been revealed. It was the fateful night of August 19, 1975, when Kandice Smith, then 13, Sheri Rottler Trick, then 11, and Kathie Rottler, then 14, found themselves in a dire situation. Leaving a gas station in eastern Indianapolis, the three girls...