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Yahoo
12-07-2025
- Yahoo
HPD: Two men arrested for stealing puppies at gunpoint
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — The Huntsville Police Department says two men were arrested after attempting to steal two puppies Thursday afternoon. According to HPD, at about 1:30 p.m., officers responded to a reported robbery in progress in the 100 block of James Madison Drive. BREAKING: Missing Auburn child found safe, father/suspect in custody HPD said a man told police he was trying to sell puppies and had set up a meeting with an unknown man. The man said he was leaving his home when he was confronted by unknown men who were armed with handguns, demanding that the puppies be given to them. The man complied, and the men ran from the area. Authorities said the man was sprayed with pepper spray by one of the men, though this did not injure him. An investigator with the HPD's Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene, gathered evidence and identified a possible suspect and vehicle of interest. 📲 to stay updated on the go. 📧 to have news sent to your inbox. The vehicle of interest and the suspect of interest were shared with HPD's Anti-Crime Team just before 3 p.m., and about 30 minutes later, the Anti-Crime Team stopped the vehicle. Two men were inside. One of them was previously identified as a person of interest. Evidence found in the vehicle linked both to the robbery. HPD said Alan O'Brian Lewis Jr., 22, and Ja'Queze Marquise Williams, 21, both of Huntsville, were taken to HPD's Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. Following questioning, both were arrested and charged with first-degree robbery involving a firearm at a residence. The stolen puppies were recovered and returned to the victim. This investigation remains ongoing, and additional arrests are expected. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Sunday World
08-07-2025
- Sunday World
Improvised explosive device made safe after being recovered from house in Co Armagh
The Army supported the PSNI raid which took place on Tassagh Road Police, forensics, army bomb disposal teams and firefighters attended the scene on a remote private laneway near Keady on Monday. Credit: Alan Lewis An improvised explosive device (IED) has been recovered during a house search in Co Armagh. The PSNI attended the property in Keady on Monday after a man was arrested in connection with the discovery of bombs in the Republic of Ireland. The Army supported the PSNI raid which took place on Tassagh Road. 'Police have recovered and made safe an improvised explosion device and removed a number of items from a house search in Keady,' a PSNI spokesperson said. 'The items and the device were seized and taken away for further forensic examinations." The operation is focused on a potential link to a hoax device discovered in Co Armagh earlier this month. "Officers carried out a search at the location in support of an investigation by An Garda Síochána in Monaghan," the police spokesperson added. 'Enquiries are continuing and at this stage, police are investigating a potential link between this search and a security alert which occurred at the Ballyards Road area of Milford in Armagh on Tuesday July 1.' Gardai previously said the arrest in the Republic came as part of the investigation into the discovery of a number of attempted IEDs in the north-east and south-west of Ireland including at premises near Foynes in Co Limerick. The suspect, who is aged in his 40s , was arrested under Section 30 of the Offences Against the State Act during an operation in Co Monaghan on Sunday evening – the legislation allows Garda to hold a suspect for up to three days if a superintendent or the court approves the decision. The suspect is being investigated for possible links to dissident republicans. The probe also follows the discovery of devices in Castleblayney Co Monaghan last week. An Garda Síochána confirmed it was liaising with the PSNI. PSNI Detective Inspector Winters said: 'Our enquiries are continuing in relation to this investigation, as we work closely with our colleagues from An Garda Síochána. "We would appeal to anyone who may be able to assist to contact police on 101 quoting reference number 361 07/07/25. "Alternatively, you can submit a report online using the non-emergency reporting form via or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at Police, forensics, army bomb disposal teams and firefighters attended the scene on a remote private laneway near Keady on Monday. Credit: Alan Lewis Today's News in 90 Seconds - July 8th
Sunday World
07-07-2025
- Sunday World
Army supporting police search of Armagh property after man arrested over bomb discoveries
The PSNI confirmed their search was linked to an ongoing investigation by An Garda Síochána Police, forensics, army bomb disposal teams and firefighters have been carrying out searches and clearance operations around a house on a remote private laneway near Keady all day and into the evening. Credit: Alan Lewis The PSNI is carrying out a search at a property in south Armagh after a man was arrested following the discovery of a number of bombs in the Republic of Ireland. The Army is supporting the PSNI search at Tassagh Road, Keady. The PSNI confirmed their search was linked to an ongoing investigation by An Garda Síochána. It's understood detectives are also exploring a possible link to a hoax device discovered in Milford, Co Armagh on July 1. Gardai said the arrest came as part of the investigation into the discovery of a number of attempted improvised explosive devices (IEDs) in the north-east and south-west of the Republic. The man, aged in his 40s was arrested during an operation in Co Monaghan on Sunday evening. The man remained detained under Section 30 of the Offences Against the State Act at a Garda Station in the north-western region. Detention under section 30 can initially last up to 24 hours excluding breaks and can be extended for a further two days under approval by a superintendent or the courts. An Garda Siochana said it was liaising with the PSNI in relation to the probe. Police, forensics, army bomb disposal teams and firefighters have been carrying out searches and clearance operations around a house on a remote private laneway near Keady all day and into the evening. Credit: Alan Lewis Today's News in 90 Seconds - July 7th
Sunday World
17-06-2025
- Sunday World
Teen riot accused's mother says son is ‘not racist' and protests ‘are not racist either'
Mum-of-four accuses political leaders of abandoning Ballymena as she predicts rallies will continue Families after returning to their homes in Ballymena (Photo by Alan Lewis) The mother of a teenager accused of rioting in Ballymena has defended her son and insisted the riots are not racist. Michael Elliott (18) was the first alleged rioter to be pictured in the press after being charged with riotous assembly following days of violent disorder. One of three teenagers to appear at Ballymena Magistrates Court on rioting offences on Thursday, he was remanded in custody. Michael Elliott Ballymena Courthouse (Photo by Liam McBurney/PA) The town has seen a week of sustained violence and attacks on police in disturbances which followed an alleged attempted sex attack on a teenage girl last weekend. 'Scapegoat' Elliott's mum Carla (36), who has appealed for people to protest peacefully, told Sunday Life she stood by her son and believed he had been made a scapegoat. She said: 'He's only 18 a couple of months. He's only just over the threshold to be charged as an adult. 'I was a bit cross at the courts because that's my son's face now plastered all over international news. 'I burst into tears when I left the court. I was in shock that he was remanded when there's been people bailed for worse. 'I am angry at the justice system for going after children to make an example. 'If you're going to do that, do it to them all, especially when the police came with the force they did.' Families after returning to their homes in Ballymena (Photo by Alan Lewis) The minimum age of criminal responsibility in Northern Ireland is currently 10 years old. Local youth courts deal with all criminal cases involving young people under the age of 18. When Michael Elliott appeared in court, a police officer said he was arrested on Tuesday night following an incident where a house on Bridge Street had been set on fire. The officer said police believed it was important that courts send out a 'strong message.' He said if the court did not, there was a risk of further disorder that could lead to 'death or serious injury' for foreign nationals living in Ballymena. A defence solicitor said his client's involvement was limited to 'throwing stones'. A rioter throwing a petrol bomb at police (Photo by Stephen Davison/Pacemaker Press) The district judge told Elliott he was a young man who now found himself in the dock in court. Refusing bail he said the court would deal 'robustly' with those where there was evidence they were involved in the disorder. Speaking about the outbreak of violence in Ballymena, Carla Elliott recalled: 'I was shocked when it turned into a riot, but I wasn't surprised because nobody is listening to people. Nobody cares about Ballymena. 'Michelle O'Neill said she wouldn't even come here, which is a kick in the teeth. She is no first minister for all, and I'm saying that as a Catholic. 'Politicians have a lot to answer for. They are the reason our country is the way it is.' Michelle O'Neill decided against visiting the Co Antrim town after taking advice from police, saying she did not wish to 'cause even more kind of kickback'. Firefighters battle a house ablaze in Ballymena (Photo by Kevin Scott) The disorder, which started in Ballymena last Monday and spread to Larne, Portadown and Coleraine, has drawn widespread condemnation. Videos of houses being burned and windows being smashed as people chanted 'f*** the foreigners' and 'get them out' caused shock and outrage. PSNI Chief Constable Jon Boutcher labelled rioters 'racists and bigots'. First Minister Ms O'Neill described the incident as 'naked racism'. Prime Minister Keir Starmer also expressed concern. However, mother-of-three Ms Elliott, who lives with her family on the Lanntara housing estate in Ballee, just outside Ballymena, insisted that the riots were not racist. She said: 'I didn't agree with local people's houses being damaged, but the ones inciting the trouble weren't even from here. They were from Belfast. 'You can hear the different accents in the videos. It wasn't Ballymena people, but it's made us look racist. 'Ballymena has been unfairly portrayed. Our country was already on its knees. We already have enough bad people of our own. 'I would like the government to listen to their own people. A water cannon vehicle in Portadown (Photo by PA) 'We fought for this country during the Troubles, and our grandparents would be ashamed of what's happening to our country. 'They need to look after our own people and deal with the crimes our own people are committing. We don't need the extra stress. 'If we didn't have them (migrants) coming, we wouldn't have all the stresses we do and the NHS crisis and so on. 'My son is not racist and I don't think the riots are racist. 'There's a difference between the ones that have paperwork to be here and the ones that are here illegally. 'It's the illegal ones who need to be shipped back to their country where they come from. 'They're up and down across the border, using different passports and IDs. 'We're not racist. I have cousins who are a different colour. I have worked with Poles and Romanians with no problem. 'It's the illegals that are the problem. They don't respect our laws and traditions, and we've had enough.' Boarded-up windows in Ballymena (Photo by Arthur Allison/Pacemaker Press) Although the violence of recent nights was not at the same scale as it was at the start of the week, Ms Elliott believes the protests will continue. She said: 'It's a two-tier system. Foreigners are treated differently by the police. 'Ballymena has done silent protests for years, and nothing has been done, so I don't know what they expected. 'I wouldn't discourage people from protesting because our country is on its knees, but they need to protest peacefully and not do riots.' Carla Elliot and Michael Elliot (inset) News in 90 Seconds - June 17th
Powys County Times
28-05-2025
- Sport
- Powys County Times
Runners, crowds and a proposal out for 2025 Newtown 10k
As Newtown 10k returned for its third year the annual race featured hundreds of runners and even a proposal at the finish line. Hundreds of runners set off from the start line for the 2025 Newtown 10k on May 25 as the sold-out race drew crowds to the Newtown course. Alan Lewis of Adrenaline Sporting Events said they were 'fortunate' with the weather as the rain stopped at 8am just before the race, adding that it made for a 'fantastic day'. He said: 'It was a fantastic day as the town came out in bigger numbers than previous years and created a really nice atmosphere. 'It was a sell-out event and every runner finished safely. It was really pleasing for it to come together after being up all night in preparation. It makes all the sleepless nights and hard work worthwhile. 'Adrenaline Sporting Events run seven events in Wales now and we can see how that community is following us and how loyal they are. It's quite special as we see them every six weeks and it's all positive energy and really good vibes. When there's so much uncertainty and negativity in the world seeing hundreds of people come together with the common goal of getting to that finish line is wonderful. The race was won by Eric Apperlay of Builth & District Running Club, who crossed the finish line with a time of 32 minutes and 57 seconds, while Bethan Jones was the fastest female runner at 37 minutes and 48 seconds. But the winners were not the only notable finishers, as the finish line was also the location of a unique proposal when a couple became engaged after crossing the finish line. Alan said: 'That couple comes to our events all the time and chose our platform to do such an amazing thing. They could've chosen anywhere but they chose our finish line. That was special.' He also thanked several sponsors and volunteers, adding: 'Thanks to Nidec Drives for being our title partner for the third year, who gave amazing support. 'Team Evabuild did an amazing job on the water station and provided Chelsea buns for runners at the finish. A massive shout out to Stuart and Barrie from Hafan Yr Afon for being amazing hosts. Thanks to Newtown Council for the support and help in making the event happen. (Image: Simon Lewis) 'Our marshals, sponsors ad volunteers also incredibly loyal, without those three important ingredients those events just don't happen. It's an incredible team.' The 2026 Newtown 10k has already been scheduled for May 24, with entries opening soon.
