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Los Angeles Times
3 days ago
- Los Angeles Times
New details released on mysterious fatal shooting of 13-year-old Pasadena boy
More than three years ago, 13-year-old Iran Moreno was playing video games in the bedroom of his Pasadena home when a bullet careened through the window and killed him. On Monday, police revealed new details in the unsolved murder case that they hope can help bring justice for the boy's tragic slaying. On Nov. 20, 2021, the driver of a gray Ford Fusion stopped in the parking lot across from Moreno's home on North Raymond Avenue, according to authorities. The passenger of the vehicle got out and fired two gunshots east, one of which hit Moreno. At the time, police said they didn't believe Moreno or his family were the targets of the gunfire. The fatal shooting came amid a rash of shootings at the time that drew more than 100 community members, city leaders and police to hold a vigil for the victims of gun violence. Newly enhanced surveillance video of the shooting revealed that part of the license plate number of the Ford Fusion was QJ117, according to a Pasadena Police Department post. The video also showed the shooter, who appeared to be a Black male between 33 and 37 years old, between 6'0' and 6'1' and 185 to 195 pounds, police said. He was wearing a red and black North Face hooded sweatshirt. Police have asked anyone who has more information about the identity of the suspect to contact the department at (626) 744-4241 or call homicide investigators at (626) 744-4583. Tips can also be reported anonymously by texting Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-TIPS (8477).
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Man shot by Dayton police during stolen vehicle investigation charged
Jun. 17—A man who was shot by a Dayton police officer after he reportedly attempted to block police from finding a stolen vehicle is facing charges. Rodney Smith Jr., 25, of Dayton was charged with two counts of having weapons while under disability in Montgomery County Municipal Court Western Division. The officer shot Smith on Thursday on Miller Avenue in Trotwood, just outside of Dayton, after he fled a truck with a Glock 19x in his hand. Dayton police were part of a joint violence deterrence initiative with Ohio State Highway Patrol's aviation unit Thursday and were looking for a stolen Ford Fusion when the shooting occurred. Just before the shooting, police learned the stolen car was near Olive Road and West Third Street. Police attempted a traffic stop, but the car fled, according to court records. OSHP's aviation unit tracked the Ford and gave Dayton police live updates on its location. While on Miller Avenue, the Ford rolled next to a pickup truck with a trailer attached. OSHP noted something may have been exchanged or thrown out of the Ford near the truck, according to court documents. "DPD officers encountered the truck as it appeared to back up in the road and caused the trailer to block the road," an affidavit read. Dayton police body camera footage released during a press conference Friday showed an officer exiting the cruiser with their gun drawn and tell Smith to exit the truck and show his hands multiple times. Court records said Smith tried to put the truck into gear, but it wasn't operating correctly. Smith got out of the truck and started running away from police. The officer is heard yelling that Smith has a gun as they briefly ran after Smith. The officer told him to drop the gun at least once before they shot him. Only one shot was fired, according to Dayton police Chief Kamran Afzal. "It appears, and again this is part of the criminal investigation, that he was shot right around the time as he's running with his handgun and looking back at the officer," Afzal said Friday. Officers began providing medical care and called medics to the scene. Smith was transported to the hospital and was booked into the Montgomery County Jail on Friday. The Glock was recovered and had 11 rounds with one in the chamber, according to police. Officers found the Ford in the middle of the road on Elkins Drive near Nathaniel Street. The driver, 29-year-old Heaven R. Shepherd, of Dayton, fled to a house in the 100 block of Pomeroy Avenue. A resident notified police Shepherd entered the house and shut the door, according to court records. The Ford's keys were found in a backyard Shepherd reportedly ran through. Police surrounded the house and ordered Shepherd come outside. She eventually came out and notified officers she consumed a large amount of narcotics and was overdosing, according to court records. She was taken to the hospital for treatment before being booked in the Montgomery County Jail. Shepherd is facing one count each of receiving stolen property, failure to comply and possession of a fentanyl-related compound. The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office is handling the criminal investigation. Once it's completed, the Dayton Police Department Professional Standards Bureau will conduct an administrative investigation.
CBS News
6 days ago
- CBS News
Man hit by driver while standing on Interstate 94 after crash in Detroit, hospitalized
Woman accused of firing on repo man; Michigan man accused of threats to president; other top stories Woman accused of firing on repo man; Michigan man accused of threats to president; other top stories Woman accused of firing on repo man; Michigan man accused of threats to president; other top stories A 29-year-old man is in the hospital after he was struck by a motorist while standing on Interstate 94 in Detroit following a crash early Saturday, according to Michigan State Police. Officials received calls of the pedestrian crash on I-94 near East Grand Boulevard around 2:50 a.m. Investigators say the man, from Ferndale, Michigan, lost control of the Ford Mustang he was driving. The incident resulted in the vehicle blocking a lane. Police say the man then got out of his vehicle. He was standing near the trunk of the Mustang when he was hit by a 39-year-old woman driving a Ford Fusion. The impact caused the man to go over a median wall. He was taken to the hospital for treatment. The woman, also from Ferndale, was not injured, police say. Neither person involved in the incident had a driver's license, according to police. "Unfortunately, this was another example of a driver involved in a crash and then standing in traffic," MSP Lt. Mike Shaw said. "Remember, if you are involved in a crash, just stay inside your vehicle, keep your seatbelt on and call 911."
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Ferndale man hit while standing in traffic after crash on I-94 in Detroit
A 29-year-old man was hit while talking on the phone as he stood near the trunk of the Ford Mustang he was driving on eastbound Interstate 94 near Grand Boulevard in Detroit early morning on Saturday, June 14, according to a preliminary investigation by police. The Ford Mustang lost control and was blocking the left lane when the driver from Ferndale got out of his car, according to Michigan State Police Second District on X. A 39-year-old woman from Ferndale, driving a Ford Fusion struck the man. Neither driver involved in the crash had a driver's license, according to police. The Mustang driver went over the median wall and landed on the left shoulder of the freeway. He was transported to the hospital. The Fusion driver was not hurt and remained on scene, according to police. MSP does not release medical information of victims or get updates from hospitals, Public Information Officer Lt. Mike Shaw told the Free Press on Saturday, June 14. Once the investigation is complete, police will present it to prosecutors for review, Shaw said. "Unfortunately this was another example of a driver involved in a crash and then standing in traffic," a quote from Shaw in the X post says. "Remember, if you are involved in a crash, just stay inside your vehicle, keep your seatbelt on and call 911." This article originally appeared on Detroit Free Press: Man hit while standing in traffic after crash on I-94 in Detroit
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
One killed in two-car crash in Alcorn County
NEW ALBANY – A two-car collision Wednesday night claimed the life of a Tate County man. The Mississippi Highway Patrol responded to a two-vehicle fatal crash on Highway 72 in Alcorn County just after 10 p.m. on June 11. The preliminary investigation shows Albert Kayden O'Neal, 18, of Sarah, was traveling west on Highway 72 when the 2010 Ford Fusion he was driving collided with a 2021 GMC Terrain driven by Amanda E. Bain, 31, of Walnut, who was traveling the opposite direction. O'Neal received fatal injuries from the crash and was pronounced dead at the scene. Bain suffered life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to Regional One Health in Memphis. This crash remains under investigation by the Mississippi Highway Patrol.
