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Man found deceased near California Aqueduct in Hesperia; homicide investigation underway
California

Man found deceased near California Aqueduct in Hesperia; homicide investigation underway

HESPERIA, CA – A 40-year-old man was found deceased along a trail near the California Aqueduct early Sunday morning. According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, deputies from the Hesperia Station responded around 6:14 a.m. on November 9, 2025, to a report of an unresponsive male on Muscatel Street near the aqueduct. Deputies located the victim, identified as Augustin Martinez, who was pronounced deceased at the scene. The Sheriff’s Specialized Investigations Division – Homicide Detail responded and has assumed the investigation. No suspect has been identified, and the case remains active. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Homicide Detail at 909-890-4904 or remain anonymous by calling We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME or visiting wetip.com.
California man indicted in $6 million nationwide investment fraud scheme
U.S.

California man indicted in $6 million nationwide investment fraud scheme

SAN DIEGO, CA – A San Diego man has been indicted for allegedly running a multimillion-dollar investment scheme that defrauded investors across the United States. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California, 29-year-old Ethan Joseph Sanchez was charged with wire fraud and money laundering following an extensive investigation by the FBI San Diego Field Office. Court documents allege that since 2022, Sanchez solicited more than $6 million from investors through his company, BSC Equity Ventures, by falsely claiming the funds would be used for real estate projects, including property purchases, renovations, and construction of accessory dwelling units. Prosecutors say Sanchez promised returns of up to 25 percent, falsely stating that the investment...
Two men identified after fatal fire at Avenue Liquor Store in Redwood City
California

Two men identified after fatal fire at Avenue Liquor Store in Redwood City

REDWOOD CITY, CA – Two people who died in a fire at the Avenue Liquor Store earlier this month have been identified by the San Mateo County Coroner’s Office as 56-year-old Benigno Nuguid Pare and 25-year-old Anil Kumar Sharma. File Photo (October 2025) According to the Redwood City Fire Department, firefighters responded around 5:30 a.m. on November 3, 2025, to reports of an active fire at the store located on Roosevelt Avenue. Crews arrived to find the structure fully engulfed in flames and began suppression and rescue efforts. Firefighters later discovered two individuals inside the building, who were confirmed deceased at the scene. Investigators from the Redwood City Police Department, Redwood City Fire Department, and San Mateo County Coroner’s Office are continuing to invest...
California man arrested after stabbing mother, injuring two deputies
U.S.

California man arrested after stabbing mother, injuring two deputies

THOUSAND OAKS, CA – A 26-year-old man was arrested after allegedly stabbing his mother and injuring two deputies during a violent confrontation in the 2500 block of Hickory Wood Lane. According to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 10:32 a.m. on November 9, 2025, to a reported family disturbance involving Ryan Goldstein and his 54-year-old mother. When deputies contacted Goldstein outside his apartment, he allegedly struck one deputy in the face, leading to a struggle. A second deputy sustained a hand injury while assisting in taking Goldstein into custody. Both deputies were treated at Los Robles Hospital and later released. Deputies then located the victim inside the residence suffering from multiple stab wounds and lacerations to her face, head, and...
Court rules Parkland shooting was a single occurrence under Broward County Sheriff’s insurance policy
U.S.

Court rules Parkland shooting was a single occurrence under Broward County Sheriff’s insurance policy

ATLANTA, GA – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit affirmed a district court ruling that the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting constituted a single “occurrence” under Broward County Sheriff’s Office excess liability policy with Evanston Insurance Company. The dispute arose after 60 lawsuits were filed against the Sheriff of Broward County, alleging negligence in securing the school during the Parkland shooting that killed 17 students and staff members. The Sheriff sought a declaratory judgment that the incident should be treated as one occurrence under the policy, requiring payment of a single $500,000 self-insured retention (SIR) and deductible before Evanston’s excess coverage applied. Evanston argued each gunshot or victim represented a separate ...
Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Harris County for allocating $1.3 million to defend illegal aliens from deportation
U.S.

Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Harris County for allocating $1.3 million to defend illegal aliens from deportation

AUSTIN, TX – Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against the Harris County Commissioners Court for allocating more than $1.3 million in public funds to organizations that he says will use the money to oppose lawful deportations of illegal aliens. File Photo (September 2025) “We must stop the left-wing radicals who are robbing Texans to prevent illegals from being deported by the Trump Administration,” said Attorney General Paxton. “Beyond just being blatantly unconstitutional, this is evil and wicked. Millions upon millions of illegals invaded America during the last administration, and they must be sent back to where they came from.” According to the filing, the Harris County Commissioners Court voted 4-1 to allocate $1,344,751 in taxpayer funds to several nongovernme...
Elderly man shot after being forced to withdraw money at ATM in west Houston
Houston

Elderly man shot after being forced to withdraw money at ATM in west Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A 70-year-old man was shot during an armed robbery at a UElderly man shot after being forced to withdraw money at ATM in west HoustonSAA ATM in a Walmart parking lot in west Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. https://youtu.be/ehkFCTAqDuA The incident began around 11:06 p.m. near Westview and the Beltway. Police said the victim was approached by at least one suspect who forced him to withdraw money from the ATM. After obtaining the cash, the suspect shot the man once. The victim managed to drive away but lost consciousness a short distance later. A tow truck driver passing by found him shot inside his vehicle and called 911. The Houston Fire Department transported the man to a nearby hospital, where he remains in critical condition. Police said...
Man shot multiple times during exchange of gunfire in southwest Houston
Houston

Man shot multiple times during exchange of gunfire in southwest Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was shot multiple times in the 5800 block of Heatherbloom in southwest Houston. https://youtu.be/u2-7Si_50VY According to the Houston Police Department, the shooting occurred around 10:15 p.m. When officers arrived, they found the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The Houston Fire Department transported him to a nearby hospital, where he remains in unknown condition. Police said the victim and another man exchanged gunfire before the second man fled in a white SUV. The suspect is described only as a Black male who left the area after the shooting. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Houston Police Department’s Major Assaults Division or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Man fatally shot on Sunflower Street in southeast Houston
Houston

Man fatally shot on Sunflower Street in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was fatally shot in the 4800 block of Sunflower Street in southeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department. https://youtu.be/FHUciuj_pwA The shooting was reported around 9:30 p.m. When officers arrived, they found the Houston Fire Department on scene treating the victim. He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. Police said they currently have no witnesses or suspect information and are asking anyone with details to come forward. The scene is located about 0.7 miles from a separate fatal shooting earlier on Clover Street, but investigators do not believe the two incidents are related at this time. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division or Crime Stoppe...
Handyman found fatally shot outside garage residence in southeast Houston
Houston

Handyman found fatally shot outside garage residence in southeast Houston

HOUSTON, TX – A man was found fatally shot in the 4800 block of Clover Street in southeast Houston Monday night. https://youtu.be/n2TjC6b4n8U According to the Houston Police Department, the shooting occurred around 8:55 p.m. When officers arrived, they found Houston Fire Department crews on scene attempting to render aid. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. Police said the man lived in the garage portion of the residence as a handyman. The residents inside reported hearing multiple gunshots before finding him outside unresponsive. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Houston Police Department’s Homicide Division or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.