On Monday evening, a 59-year-old man was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing the street in Zion, Illinois. The driver, a 43-year-old woman, remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Following the incident, a video surfaced appearing to show the driver live-streaming on TikTok at the time of the crash. Police are now investigating the video and the circumstances surrounding the incident, as the Lake County Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT) continues its reconstruction and investigation.
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The New Hampshire Supreme Court overturned a lower court ruling and dismissed a hands-free driving violation against former State Representative J.R. Hoell. Hoell, who had been using his vehicle’s Bluetooth system while holding his phone, was found not to have violated the state’s hands-free law, as his phone’s use was unrelated to the call itself. The court’s decision clarified that merely holding a phone while using a hands-free device does not constitute a violation. This ruling stems from a 2021 traffic stop and could impact future interpretations of the state’s distracted driving law.
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As a parent myself, the news of a 9-month-old baby tragically passing away after being left in a hot car by their grandmother for nearly 8 hours hit me hard. The shock, disbelief, and outrage that this could have happened, especially under the care of a family member, is almost unbearable to think about. The pain and guilt that the parents must be feeling, coupled with the contempt and anger they may have towards the grandmother, is unimaginable. This kind of event doesn’t just result in the loss of a child, but also in a lifetime of sorrow and regret for everyone involved.… Continue reading
The tragic news of a missing Tennessee deputy whose body was found after he disappeared following an arrest is a harrowing reminder of the dangers law enforcement officers face daily. It was reported that the deputy, a New York native, was texting and radioing while driving in an area he was unfamiliar with, ultimately leading to the fatal accident that claimed his life and that of the woman he had arrested, who was found drowned in the back seat. The negligence and distracted driving displayed by the deputy resulted in a preventable tragedy that has left families devastated and questions lingering about the accountability of those tasked with protecting and serving.… Continue reading
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