Fatal Roller Coaster Accident at Kings Island

A 38-year-old man died after being struck by a roller coaster at Kings Island in Mason, Ohio. The incident occurred when the victim was in a restricted area of the park looking for his keys under the ride.

Fatal Stabbing of Homeless Man at USC

A University of Southern California student was arrested after allegedly fatally stabbing a homeless man attempting a car break-in outside a fraternity house on campus.

Fatal Shooting of U.S. Airman by Florida Deputy

Florida sheriff's deputy fired for fatally shooting U.S. airman in his home after bodycam footage showed no hostile movements from the victim. The incident was deemed tragic and unnecessary by the sheriff's office.

Fatal Alligator Attack in Houston, Texas

Authorities found an alligator gnawing a woman's body near a bayou in Houston, Texas. The cause of the woman's death is still under investigation.

Fatal Incident at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

An investigation has been launched into a fatal incident in the Netherlands after someone ended up trapped in an airplane engine at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Details are still unclear, and authorities are currently investigating the circumstances.

Fatal DUI Crash in Winter Springs, Florida

A Florida woman, Asnubil Escobar, was arrested for causing a fatal crash while driving under the influence, killing Tiffany Alexander. Escobar was nearly five times over the legal alcohol limit. The crash resulted in the death of Alexander, a wife and mother of three children.

Campus Shooting at Kennesaw State University

A female student at Kennesaw State University in Georgia was fatally shot by an armed intruder on campus. The suspect has been detained, and there is no longer a threat to the campus community.

Fatal Shooting of U.S. Air Force Airman by Deputies

U.S. Air Force airman fatally shot by deputies in his apartment after they burst into the wrong unit, raising questions about police actions and transparency in the investigation. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump involved in the case.

Fatal Shooting of 16-Year-Old Boy in NYC

A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot in the head in a daylight attack in NYC, possibly school-related. The incident occurred outside a Soho hotel, with the suspect on a Citi Bike. The victim, Mahki Brown, a student of Broome Street Academy Charter High School, was shot twice in the leg and pronounced dead at Bellevue Hospital. Police are searching for suspects.

Fatal Shooting of Law Enforcement Officers in Charlotte, North Carolina

Four law enforcement officers were killed and four others wounded in a shootout in Charlotte, North Carolina, involving a suspect opening fire during a warrant-related incident. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Terry Clark Hughes Jr., was killed in the shootout. The incident involved a U.S. Marshals Task Force serving a warrant for firearm possession by a convicted felon.

Fatal Incident Involving Oversized Equipment in Temple, Texas

Two people dead, one seriously injured after an oversized piece of equipment came off a trailer and landed on a vehicle in Temple, Texas. Authorities investigating the incident.

Fatal Shooting at Gas Station in Ferguson, Missouri

A Ferguson, Missouri police officer fatally shot a man at a gas station in St. Louis suburb. The man had reportedly killed someone at the gas station. The officer was unhurt.

Fatal police shooting of Dexter Reed Jr. in Chicago

A civilian oversight board in Chicago is investigating the fatal police shooting of a 26-year-old Dexter Reed Jr. during a traffic stop.

Fatal Stabbing at Sydney Mall

A man with a history of mental illness fatally stabbed six people at a mall in Sydney, with his father expressing devastation and apologizing for his son's actions.

Fatal Stabbing at Westfield Shopping Centre in Sydney

A man stabbed six people to death at a busy Sydney shopping center before being fatally shot by police. Multiple others, including a small child, were injured in the attack.

Fatal Shooting in Tennessee

Police officer and 18-year-old suspect fatally shot in exchange of gunfire in Tennessee, injuring two other officers and a 17-year-old. Gun violence leads to deaths in the community, highlighting the need for it to stop.

Fatal Elephant Attack in Zambia

An elderly American woman was killed by a charging elephant at Kafue National Park in Zambia when the elephant flipped over the car she was traveling in. The incident resulted in the death of the woman and injuries to other passengers.

Indianapolis police shooting

Indianapolis police fatally shot a man after a standoff with a SWAT team when he fired shots following a brief pursuit. The man, identified as Luis Duran-Ruano, 31, was taken to the hospital and later died. The incident is under investigation.

Recent Shootings in Chicago over Easter Weekend

Over Easter weekend in Chicago, at least 32 people were shot, four fatally. The first fatal shooting occurred in a drive-by incident on 87th Street. Another fatal shooting took place inside a home on South Elizabeth Street. Five females were shot on Easter Sunday, with one 19-year-old dying at the scene. In total, 103 people were killed in Chicago from January through March 2024.

Fatal School Bus Collision in Texas

A cement truck veered and hit a Texas school bus, resulting in the death of a man and a boy. The truck driver was arrested and charged with criminally negligent homicide. The collision took place in Bastrop County, Texas, outside Austin.

Fatal Motorcycle Crash at Florida Dealership

A man died in a fatal motorcycle crash during a test drive at a Florida dealership. The incident occurred when he lost control of the motorcycle and crashed into a storefront wall.

Fatal Shooting of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller

NYPD officer Jonathan Diller was fatally shot during a traffic stop by a man with multiple prior arrests. The officer continued to fight after being shot but ultimately succumbed to his injuries. The suspect, Guy Rivera, was shot by Diller's partner and is hospitalized. Diller leaves behind a wife and young son.

Mountain Lion Attack in El Dorado County, California

A mountain lion killed a 21-year-old man and mauled his 18-year-old brother in El Dorado County, California, in the first fatal attack in the state since 2004. Mountain lions typically avoid humans, but this incident resulted in a tragic outcome.

Fatal House Fire in Pittsburgh Suburbs

A fire in the Pittsburgh suburbs killed a man and four children, with the cause still under investigation. The surviving family members were hospitalized.

Fatal Accident at Off-Road Adventure Park in Kentucky

A man died and a woman was injured in a vehicle accident at an off-road adventure park in eastern Kentucky.

Multiple Fatal Shootings in Trenton, N.J., and Falls Township, Pa.

A 26-year-old suspect in Trenton, N.J., killed three people in Falls Township, Pa., before being arrested. The suspect used an AR-15 style rifle in the shootings. Police were able to evacuate all hostages held by the suspect and no injuries were reported among the residents. The suspect faces multiple charges in New Jersey before being returned to Pennsylvania for murder charges.

Conviction of Wisconsin Man for Fatal Stabbings of Two Women

A Wisconsin man has been convicted in the fatal stabbings of two women in a Green Bay home. He faces two mandatory life prison terms.

Fatal Shooting of Mother and Daughter in Worcester, Massachusetts

A mother and her 11-year-old daughter were fatally shot in Worcester, Massachusetts. One man was arrested in connection with the killings, with police searching for another suspect. The killings were described as senseless and tragic by city officials.

Houthi Attack on Shipping Vessel in Gulf of Aden

Two sailors were killed in a Houthi attack on a shipping vessel in the Gulf of Aden, marking the first fatal attack by the group since the start of the Israel-Hamas war. The international community condemned the attack and expressed concerns about escalating conflict in the region.

Fatal Blast at Vaping Distribution Company in Michigan

A 19-year-old in Michigan was fatally struck in the head by a canister projected into the air by a blast at a vaping distribution company. The incident involved a fire fueled by butane containers. Debris, including blades, flew into the air during the explosion, causing injuries and evacuations. The company had received a large shipment of butane containers recently.

Fatal Shooting at Super 8 Hotel in Minnesota

A man fatally shot a hotel clerk and a guest in Minnesota, with no apparent connection to the victims. The shooter, Nicholas Elliot Lenius, died by suicide. Methamphetamine was found in his blood, possibly impairing him during the shooting. The incident triggered an active shooter warning in town.

Fatal Shooting at Outdoor Party in California

A group of men in masks opened fire at an outdoor party in central California, killing four people and injuring three others. Homeowners are advised to adapt to squatters' evolving tactics to protect their property.

Fatal DUI Crash Involving Bride on Her Wedding Night

A South Carolina bride was killed by a drunk driver on her wedding night. The driver, Jamie Komoroski, has been released from jail less than a year later after posting bail. Komoroski was driving twice the speed limit with a blood-alcohol content over three times the legal limit when she rear-ended the couple's golf cart, killing the bride and seriously injuring the groom.

Fatal Shooting of Security Guard at Family Dollar Store in Chicago

A security guard was fatally shot at a Family Dollar store in Chicago's West Side. The suspect is still at large. Jessica Jackson expressed frustration over resources being spent on migrants rather than addressing the city's homeless crisis.