Tag #Public Safety

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Biden Reassures Public Amidst Increased East Coast Drone Sightings

President Biden reassured the public that recent increased drone sightings on the East Coast pose no immediate threat, despite numerous reports and calls for more information from officials and the public; federal agencies stated that the sightings are not unusual and do not pose a national security...

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Man Pleads Guilty to Murder of Dog Walker on Kent Beach

On August 25, 2023, Harrison Lawrence Van-Pooss, 21, murdered Claire Knights, 54, during a dog walk on a Kent beach; he pleaded guilty to murder and voyeurism, and the sentencing is pending.

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Surge in Explosive Attacks in Netherlands: 6 Dead in The Hague, 1000+ Projected for 2023

Six deaths resulted from explosions in The Hague last Saturday, adding to a surge in explosive attacks in the Netherlands, totaling nearly 500 incidents by mid-year, with projections exceeding 1000 for 2023, shifting from hand grenades to more accessible illegal fireworks like 'cobras', often unrela...

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NY Airport Runways Temporarily Closed Due to Drone Activity

Mysterious drones caused a temporary closure of runways at New York's Stewart International Airport on Friday night, prompting Governor Kathy Hochul to request federal assistance and stronger counter-drone legislation, although officials claim there is no evidence of a national security threat.

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Increase in Drivers Fleeing Police in Germany Results in Numerous Accidents and Injuries

Three separate incidents on December 6th—in Euskirchen, Osnabrück, and Frankfurt—exemplify the daily occurrences of drivers across Germany fleeing police traffic stops, risking lives and property, and highlighting a concerning trend of increased police pursuits. This trend has resulted in an increas...

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House Democrats Demand ATF Action on Illegal Firearm Sales by Law Enforcement

Three House Democrats are demanding answers from the ATF about a CBS News investigation that found dozens of law enforcement officers illegally sold firearms, including military-grade weapons, across 23 states, Puerto Rico and Washington, D.C., between 2017 and 2021.

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Greece Upgrades 112 Emergency System for €17.5 Million

Greece is upgrading its 112 emergency number for €17.5 million, adding features like video calls, geolocation, and a silent button, improving accessibility and integration with other emergency services.

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Sharp Rise in Explosive Attacks in the Netherlands

Dutch police have arrested 500 suspects in 1100 explosive attacks this year, a sharp increase from 212 in 2021, primarily using illegal fireworks ('cobras') due to the country's "fireworks culture", prompting calls for stricter regulations and conflict-resolution programs.

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Thessaloniki Metro Stalls, Passengers Evacuate Tunnel

A Thessaloniki metro train carrying passengers stalled in a tunnel between the Fleming and Euclid stations on Saturday afternoon due to a power outage lasting from 5:59 PM to 7:34 PM, forcing passengers to evacuate on foot; the mayor demanded explanations and improvements.

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Two Dead, Three Injured in Houston Teen Pop-Up Party Shooting

Two teens died and three were injured in a shooting at an unsanctioned pop-up party in a Houston warehouse on Saturday night; police are investigating and searching for the suspect, while the mayor noted that security personnel left the scene before the shooting.

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3D-Printed Ghost Gun Used in CEO Murder

Luigi Mangione, arrested in Pennsylvania, used a 3D-printed Glock-style firearm to kill UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson; the untraceable "ghost gun" highlights the growing problem of easily accessible, unregistered weapons.

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Undocumented Immigration Impacts Fremont, Nebraska

Fremont, Nebraska, is grappling with the effects of undocumented immigration, particularly increased crime, strain on public services, and rapidly rising property taxes, all while the meatpacking industry relies on this cheap labor source.

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