Chicago, Illinois — Disturbing footage from surveillance cameras at the Cook County Jail captures the intense moments leading up to and following an attack on a corrections officer by an inmate. The incident has raised concerns about safety protocols and the challenges of maintaining order in correctional facilities. The video reveals a chaotic scene, highlighting … Read more
Chicago, Illinois – After more than four years of relentless pursuit by her family and local law enforcement, justice may be nearing for Vanessa Ramirez, a 22-year-old teacher’s aide whose life was tragically cut short. Cook County authorities have announced the arrest of Dakota Petrey of Lewiston, Central Illinois, on charges of first-degree murder in … Read more
DURHAM, N.C. — A fatal shooting occurred late Tuesday at a Cook Out restaurant in Durham, leaving one woman dead and prompting a police investigation into the incident. Authorities arrived at the scene after receiving reports of gunfire at the popular fast-food chain located near Duke University. Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman with gunshot … Read more
Durham, NC — A late-night gathering at a local fast food restaurant turned tragic when a shooting resulted in one person dead and another injured. The incident occurred outside a Cook Out restaurant in Durham, according to sheriff’s deputies who responded to the scene shortly after midnight. Witnesses reported that the area around the restaurant … Read more
Lucknow, India — A disturbing incident unfolded at the residence of BJP MLC Ramchandra Pradhan in Lucknow on Tuesday evening when his house help was brutally attacked by unidentified assailants. According to authorities, the assault took place in Gautampalli, a police jurisdiction known for its usually calm environs. The victim, identified as Sunil Kumar, is … Read more
COOK COUNTY, Ill. – A recent assault on a probationary correctional officer at the Cook County Department of Corrections has prompted urgent calls for enhanced safety measures. The incident, which took place on October 6, involved an inmate attacking the officer during a routine check, spotlighting significant security lapses within the facility. The attack, captured … Read more
TYLER, Texas — After an extensive legal battle spanning nearly five decades, Kerry Max Cook has been formally declared innocent by the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals in the 1977 murder of Linda Jo Edwards. Cook, who spent almost 20 years on death row, was exonerated this week, his life irrevocably marked by a controversial … Read more
CHICAGO, IL – The Cook County Jail in Chicago experienced a record number of deaths in 2023, with 18 individuals losing their lives while in custody. This marked the highest mortality rate at the jail since 1995, according to an investigation by Injustice Watch. The findings revealed a concerning lack of supervision and medical care … Read more
Chicago, Illinois – In a tragic incident in September 2022, a 3-year-old boy named Mateo Zastro was shot and killed during a road rage altercation that his mother was trying to escape from. Nearly 18 months later, the perpetrator responsible for Mateo’s death has not been apprehended. However, Mateo’s family remains hopeful that a reward … Read more
Moore, Oklahoma – Prosecutors in Oklahoma are seeking the death penalty for a 20-year-old man accused of raping and murdering his ex-girlfriend, a talented high school basketball player with a promising future. Chace Cook is facing the maximum punishment for the “especially heinous, atrocious and cruel” crime, according to the Cleveland County District Attorney Greg … Read more