Attorneys Ben Crump and Harry Daniels announce a press conference to present “new evidence” regarding the controversial arrest of 22-year-old William McNeil Jr. They claim this evidence will demonstrate that a Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office officer pointed a firearm at McNeil during a now-viral traffic stop, intensifying scrutiny of the police’s actions. The incident, which initially stemmed from a minor traffic violation, escalated to the point where cellphone footage shows an officer breaking McNeil’s window and physically assaulting him. While Jacksonville Sheriff T.K. Waters maintains that the officers have been cleared of criminal wrongdoing, an internal review is underway to assess…

The San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) has suspended the use of the Sig Sauer P320 handgun among its officers, both on and off duty, following a recent incident that resulted in the tragic death of a 21-year-old airman in Wyoming. This suspension comes in light of safety concerns regarding the firearm, which has been linked to multiple lawsuits alleging that it can discharge without the trigger being pulled. In a statement, SAPD emphasized its commitment to officer and community safety as the department takes precautions amid this growing scrutiny. On July 20, Air Force officials had already paused use of…

A 30-year-old man identified as Jesse Tello is dead following a shooting incident that occurred early Monday morning in north Lubbock. According to police, Tello was shot while unlawfully inside a residence in the 2500 block of Baylor Street. He sustained serious injuries and was transported to University Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead shortly thereafter. The Lubbock Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit is currently investigating the circumstances that led to the shooting. Preliminary information suggests that an individual inside the home encountered Tello before discharging a firearm. However, details regarding the shooter and the exact events leading up to…

A shooting outside an Amazon facility in Hampton has intensified the focus on escalating gun violence in the city, marking the latest incident in a troubling trend. Since July 20, Hampton police have responded to five shooting incidents, indicating a significant increase in violent crime, with 10 more shootings reported in 2025 compared to the same time last year. According to Hampton Police Assistant Chief Brian Coleman, the crime wave is not random but involves specific individuals engaged in targeted activities. As the department works to apprehend suspects in these recent incidents, which include a total of eight shootings this…

Canada initiates a ban on the importation of handguns, a measure aimed at curbing gun violence while a total ban on handgun sales and purchases awaits parliamentary approval. This decision, effective August 19, follows a 71% increase in registered handguns from 2010 to 2020, raising concerns about public safety amid ongoing debates over gun laws in the country. Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino states that handguns serve primarily to kill, emphasizing the necessity of the import ban to enhance community safety. Critics, including Manitoba Conservative MP Raquel Dancho, argue that the ban fails to address the root of gun crime…

The British military, in collaboration with American forces, has successfully trialled an innovative air-to-air counter-drone system developed by Alpine Eagle, marking a significant step in enhancing defense capabilities against unmanned aerial vehicles. This testing occurred during Project Vanaheim, a series designed to rapidly implement technology solutions in response to the increasing threats posed by drones in modern warfare, such as those utilized extensively by Russia in Ukraine. Alpine Eagle’s Sentinel system can be mounted on aircraft to neutralize enemy drones from the air, representing a crucial advancement for military operations. As stated by Michael Golden, head of Alpine Eagle’s UK…

New video has emerged detailing the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Kristofer Lazaro Laboy by a Miami-Dade Sheriff’s deputy during an attempted traffic stop on June 17. The video, featuring both aerial and bodycam footage, illustrates the moments when Laboy allegedly fled from deputies and was subsequently shot after getting out of his vehicle and running toward them while armed. Authorities assert that Laboy’s actions prompted the deputy to open fire, resulting in Laboy’s death from gunshot wounds, despite first aid attempts. The footage’s release follows family outrage and allegations that deputies failed to identify themselves, heightening tensions and prompting a…

Atlanta faces a troubling wave of gun violence, with 22 shootings recorded over just 72 hours, resulting in four fatalities and multiple injuries. Most incidents, which occurred citywide from Thursday to Sunday, appear mostly unconnected, yet some may share links, intensifying concerns about safety amid this alarming trend. Among these violent episodes, a late-night shootout on Edgewood Avenue left three injured, including one man suffering gunshot wounds to the abdomen and thigh. Despite the increase in shootings, July’s homicide count is down compared to previous years, prompting law enforcement to actively investigate these cases, including the tragic shooting of a…

Following a recent fatal incident, some units within the U.S. Air Force’s Air Combat Command (ACC) have restricted the use of Sig Sauer M18 pistols, amplifying safety concerns regarding the firearm. This decision comes on the heels of a command-wide pause issued by the Air Force Global Strike Command after the death of Airman Brayden Lovan at F.E. Warren Air Force Base in July, which involved an unclear discharge of the M18. Investigations reveal ongoing scrutiny of the M18’s safety amidst allegations that certain models can discharge unexpectedly, a claim Sig Sauer has repeatedly denied. In light of this, other…

Baton Rouge Police have arrested 18-year-old Markle Burris Jr. in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred during an attempted robbery on Cathedral Drive. The shooting resulted in the death of 22-year-old Melique Etienne, who was discovered at the scene wearing a ski mask and armed with an AR pistol on July 23. Police have charged Burris with second-degree murder and attempted armed robbery as the investigation continues into this tragic incident. The circumstances leading up to the shooting raise critical questions about the motivations and actions of both the suspect and the victim during this confrontation. Read full story…