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Yahoo
07-07-2025
- Yahoo
Woman says IMPD officer pulled her braids out. Body cam footage doesn't match police report
Matea Glover says she just wanted her money back for a hotel room she says was unfit for her children. Instead, she landed in jail after an interaction with an Indianapolis police officer escalated to several of her braids being ripped from her scalp. Who's to blame for escalating the situation more than a year ago was a topic of debate during a recent Citizens' Police Complaint Board meeting. Glover, 24, had just broken her lease and was getting a hotel for herself and her two kids on March 8, 2024. The mother went to the Days Inn hotel on the northwest side and said she spent her last $150 to book a room. But she knew they wouldn't be sleeping there when she entered it. "There was poop everywhere," Glover said. "All over the bathroom and the walls. So, I came downstairs and asked the front desk if they could give me another room. He was like, 'no,' and I said, 'well, can I get my money back?' He said 'no, I'm not giving you anything, and I'm calling the police.'" She waited for police, thinking law enforcement would listen to her plight. Glover said she didn't expect Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Officer Kenneth Pierce to dismiss her claims before she could explain. She also didn't think the encounter would result in having her hair pulled out and being arrested. She'd never gone to jail before, she said. Charged with resisting law enforcement and criminal trespassing, Glover bailed out and filed a complaint against Pierce, who had originally booked her on more charges. Her case is going through the judicial system, and she told IndyStar that because of the charges, she's had an even harder time securing housing for her family. Now, over a year later, the Citizens' Police Complaint Board is reviewing the complaint she filed. Despite an internal affairs investigation recommending Pierce be exonerated for reasonable force, the board disagreed. They also found Pierce's body cam footage differed from the police report he wrote. At 10:01 p.m., on March 8, 2024, Pierce was dispatched to the 3900 block of Payne Branch Road at the Days Inn hotel on the report of trouble with a person. According to a probable cause for Glover's arrest written by Pierce, he heard loud arguing from inside the hotel and saw Glover yelling at the front desk staff regarding a refund. Due to Glover being in an "irate state," Pierce had her step outside so he could talk to her. Pierce explained that her wanting a refund was a civil matter, and there was nothing police could do, but Glover stated she was not leaving without her money. Pierce explained that once she was trespassed, and if she refused to leave, she would go to jail. Glover said she didn't care and continued to yell Bhavesh Patel, who was hotel staff, said Glover was no longer welcome at the business, and Glover stated, "Bet, I'll be back." Pierce began walking back to his patrol car, but noticed Glover walking back toward the business. Pierce once again told Glover that she needed to leave, or she would go to jail. Glover refused, and Pierce told her to turn around as she was being arrested. Glover refused to turn around. Pierce physically attempted to turn her around, but Glover was pulling away. Pierce did a physical takedown to get her on the ground. He delivered two knee strikes to Glover's back, attempting to gain control of her hands before delivering an elbow strike to her. Bystanders began yelling and attempting to surround Pierce, and Glover pulled herself from her sweatshirt, which caused Pierce to lose control of her hands. Eventually, the officer grabbed her and pushed her against his police vehicle. While detained, she requested medical attention for head pain. Citizens' Police Complaint Board: How to report Indianapolis police misconduct allegations On June 9, 2025, Glover told her side of what happened to the board. She said she tried to talk to Pierce, but he said, "I don't care," and he was telling hotel staff, 'Come here and trespass her so I can take her to jail.' The full interaction is less than 4 minutes on body-cam footage that the board watched. It showed that as soon as Pierce entered the hotel, he was seen waving for Glover to step outside. Although visibly upset and angry, Glover complied. It also showed Pierce dismissing Glover, who was trying to explain the situation to him. "If you're telling me this is a civil matter, and I have to go to court, I need receipts to show that I actually paid, and the front desk didn't want to give me receipts," Glover said. "I thought (Pierce) was going to give me paperwork, but he was like, 'Leave, leave!' and then he just attacked me." Footage showed Glover stating she would be back for receipts since police couldn't do anything that night. As Pierce was leaving, the video shows him turning around when Glover started walking and talking outside angrily in front of the hotel. Pierce tells her a final time to leave, but after Glover repeatedly states, "I need paperwork." That's when Pierce grabs her, and a struggle ensues. "I did not see an officer trying to resolve the situation," said Brett B. Thomas, a civilian member of the board. "I saw an officer escalating the situation. He didn't give her much of a warning. He just kept saying it's a civil matter with no explanation of what that means or whether she could get her money back. He escalated the situation and then used force." Indianapolis police Sgt. Wayne Shelton, who is also on the board, explained that in his initial statement, Pierce said he thought he grabbed her hoodie and not her hair. Another board member, Officer William Payne, criticized Glover's actions, stating she was angry and combative, and from a law enforcement point of view, both the officer and the civilian played a part in the resulting situation. "It's not her job to de-escalate," countered Gabriel Vaughn, a civilian board member appointed in May by the mayor's office. The initial charge by the board was against Pierce's use of force, but they discussed introducing another charge of conduct unbecoming of an officer, accusing him of mocking and demeaning Glover. But the process for how that could happen wasn't clear since people only have 60 days from the date of an interaction to file a complaint with the board. Glover's case, filed more than a year earlier, shows the cracks caused by the board's backlog. "We're so far behind," Board President Kenneth Riggins said. "We're finally catching up with these cases." The majority of the board voted contrary to the police department's findings and determined Pierce should not be exonerated. Riggins agreed to meet with Indianapolis Police Chief Chris Bailey to discuss the board's findings. The chief does not have to accept the board's recommendation. Officer Pierce has been with IMPD for 5 years and was awarded Northwest District Officer of the Year in 2024. Jade Jackson is a Public Safety Reporter for the Indianapolis Star. You can email her at and follow her on X, formerly Twitter @IAMJADEJACKSON. This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Woman says IMPD officer pulled her braids out. Body cam footage shows all
Miami Herald
24-06-2025
- Miami Herald
Baby suffocates when parents put her in hotel drawer to quiet cries, TX cops say
More than a year after an infant was found dead inside a hotel room dresser, her parents are charged with murder, Texas officials say. The 4-month-old baby girl was found dead at a Days Inn in west Houston on May 26, 2024, McClatchy News previously reported. There were no obvious signs of physical abuse, but investigators called the girl's death 'suspicious.' According to court records, Brookelynn Fancher was pronounced dead at 1:11 p.m. after first responders attempted life-saving measures, and her death 'did not appear to be from natural causes.' Now, the girl's mother and father — 21-year-old Destiny Campos and 38-year-old Jeremy Fancher — are accused of murder, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said in a June 21 news release. McClatchy reached out to an attorney representing Campos for comment but didn't immediately hear back. No attorney information was available for Fancher. McClatchy also reached out to Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, which owns Days Inn, but didn't immediately receive a response. Deputies learned the couple had been staying at the hotel for months, along with their infant daughter, Brookelynn, and 18-month-old son, court records said. Campos told deputies that Brookelynn's crying annoyed Fancher and that Fancher would use a bottle to quiet her down, but other times Fancher placed the girl in a dresser drawer and closed it, documents read. Fancher would also stuff a towel around the edges of the drawer to make it so Brookelynn couldn't kick the drawer open, she said, according to documents. A housekeeper became aware of what the couple was doing and, on one occasion, they complained to hotel management, showing them a photo of the baby in the drawer and 'demanded they do something about it,' court records said. The housekeeper also confronted Campos, who laughed and said it wasn't a problem, according to records. On the day Brookelynn was found dead, Campos woke up around noon, she told investigators, and Fancher was out grocery shopping, picking up food for his family to grill on Memorial Day, documents read. Campos was clearing space in the refrigerator when Fancher returned to the hotel room and asked her if she had checked on Brookelynn, at which point they opened the dresser drawer and saw she wasn't moving, according to documents. Campos was booked into the Harris County Jail and Fancher was jailed in Tom Green County, Gonzalez said.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Days Inn Invites Travellers to Explore Some of Canada's Top Summer Destinations One Stay at a Time!
Seize the Days! Toronto, ON, June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Summer in Canada is a season of endless possibilities when memories are made, stories unfold, and the spirit of exploration comes alive. From the misty shores of British Columbia to the rugged coastlines of the Atlantic, Days Inn is your ultimate gateway to unforgettable experiences from coast to coast. Travellers can unlock extraordinary adventures that capture the heart and spirit of Canadian summer, with conveniently located hotels serving as the perfect home base for creating lifelong travel memories with family and friends. British Columbia: Pacific Coast Adventures Adventure seekers staying at Days Inns near Vancouver can take advantage of the many activities nearby, like the exhilarating whale watching excursions running May through September. Culture enthusiasts will delight in the renowned Bard on the Beach Shakespeare Festival, bringing theatrical magic to Vancouver's waterfront from June to September. The excitement continues at the Pacific National Exhibition, where thrilling rides and entertainment await from late August until Labour Day. For those seeking natural thrills, the iconic Capilano Suspension Bridge offers breathtaking forest canopy views. Alberta: Festival Central Calgary comes alive each summer, and guests at Days Inns in Calgary are close to all the action of the legendary Calgary Stampede from July 4 – 13, where world-class rodeo talent and western entertainment help create unforgettable memories. Music lovers can catch some incredible country music artists take to the stage at Country Thunder Alberta from August 15 – 17, while year-round attractions like iFly indoor skydiving and the beautiful landscapes of Confederation Park offer additional options for endless fun. Further north, Days Inns in Edmonton place guests at the heart of some fantastic summer attractions. Visitors can connect with nature at the magnificent Elk Island National Park, enjoy the Taste of Edmonton, the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival, along with the Edmonton Folk Music Festival. Saskatchewan: Prairie Celebrations Country music enthusiasts heading to Country Thunder Saskatchewan from July 10 – 13, will find Days Inns in Regina perfectly positioned for enjoying one of North America's premier country music festivals. In Saskatoon, guests at Days Inn by Wyndham Saskatoon can enjoy a perfect blend of natural beauty and family entertainment. The property offers easy access to the fascinating wildlife at Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo, the thrilling rides at Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park, and the serene natural landscapes of Beaver Creek Conservation Area—making it an ideal choice for summer family adventures. Manitoba: Heartland Highlights Winnipeg's vibrant summer scene is easily accessible when staying at Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Winnipeg Airport. Aviation enthusiasts can explore the fascinating exhibits at the Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada, while nature lovers can wander through the beautiful Leo Mol Sculpture Garden. Animal admirers will enjoy close encounters with diverse wildlife at the Assiniboine Park Zoo. Ontario: Summer Entertainment Hub Ontario's festival calendar explodes with summer excitement! Days Inn by Wyndham Orillia and Days Inn by Wyndham Barrie offer perfect accommodation options for fans attending Canada's largest country music festival, Boots and Hearts, running August 7 – 10. In the nation's capital, Days Inns in Ottawa places travellers at the centre of summer excitement. Starting July 10, the electrifying Ottawa Bluesfest brings top musical talent to stages across the city for ten days. Art lovers can explore the inspiring National Gallery of Canada, while outdoor enthusiasts can hit the trails in stunning Gatineau Park or enjoy the historic charm and local flavours of ByWard Market. Quebec: Cultural Experiences Montreal's vibrant energy awaits guests at Days Inns in Montreal. The city bursts to life with the legendary Montreal International Jazz Festival and the mind-bending Montreal Complètement Cirque. Historic Old Montreal comes alive with street performers, outdoor cafés, and its cobblestone charm, while Mount Royal Park becomes a lush urban oasis, perfect for picnics, cycling, and taking in stunning city views. Discover Berthierville, a hidden gem in Quebec's Lanaudière region, where adventure meets comfort at Days Inn by Wyndham Berthierville. Nestled near the Lac Saint-Pierre World Biosphere Reserve, travellers can immerse themselves in an extraordinary natural paradise boasting over 220 bird species and breathtaking biodiversity or kayak along the scenic Saint Lawrence River for an unforgettable ecological adventure in one of Quebec's most stunning natural landscapes. Atlantic Canada: Maritime Charm Coastal beauty becomes your backdrop when staying at Days Inn by Wyndham Dalhousie. Photographers and nature lovers will treasure the picturesque lighthouses, which offer stunning photo opportunities against the dramatic Atlantic landscapes. Visitors can immerse themselves in the region's vibrant spirit at the Bon Ami festival, where local culture and coastal charm collide in a celebration that is sure to be the highlight of any trip! Prince Edward Island's summer charm comes alive for guests of Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Summerside. From July 10 – 12, indulge in the delights at the famous Lobster Carnival, where seafood tastings, cooking demonstrations, and lively entertainment celebrate the island's maritime heritage. The Summerside Farmers Market is perfect for sampling local produce and artisanal goods, while Linkletter Provincial Park provides excellent beaches for swimming and relaxing in the sun. Your Summer Starts Here - Seize the Days! Days Inn understands that summer is more than just a season - it's a state of mind. With comfortable rooms, free Wi-Fi, either an on-site restaurant or a free breakfast, travellers can truly 'Seize the Days'. Earn valuable Wyndham Rewards points, which can be used for stays at thousands of Wyndham hotels, vacation club resorts & vacation rentals worldwide. Members can also redeem Wyndham Rewards points for flights, car rentals, gift cards, online merchandise and so much more. Start planning your Canadian summer adventure today by exploring all locations at or by calling 1-800-DAYS-INN. This summer don't just travel - create memories that will last a lifetime. About Days Inns - CanadaPart of Realstar Hospitality, Days Inns - Canada is one of the country's leading hotel chains with over 105 independently owned and operated properties and over 8,515 rooms. Its franchises cover a wide range of urban, airport and resort properties in primary and secondary markets across Canada. Every Days Inn by Wyndham in Canada participates in the Wyndham Rewards guest reward program. Part of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH), Days Inn by Wyndham is a globally recognized hotel brand with over 1,600 properties across 23 countries. Wyndham Hotels & Resorts is the world's largest hotel franchising company by number of properties with approximately 8,900 hotels across nearly 95 countries on six continents. For more information about Days Inns - Canada, to make an online hotel reservation, or to become a Wyndham Rewards member, visit or call the bilingual reservations hotline at 1-800-DAYS-INN (1-800-329-7466). Like us on Facebook, follow us on X, and follow us on Instagram. Attachment Seize the Days! CONTACT: Melissa Stober Days Inns - Canada in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
How many Helene refugees temporarily called Haywood home?
May 28—The Federal Emergency Management Agency program that housed displaced Helene victims in hotel rooms has drawn to a close. As of May, there were no FEMA hotel vouchers being used in Haywood County — following a January peak of 7,669 hotel room nights in Haywood County being filled by homeless flood victims. A family staying in a hotel all month would count as 30 room nights. Another family may stay in a hotel for only a week, say if their temporary living arrangements with a relative wore thin. That would count as seven room nights. So the 7,669 room nights during the month of January could account for as few as 300 to 400 individual families staying in hotel rooms for various durations. One thing is clear, however: the flood victims filling hotel rooms here weren't all from Haywood. Many came from other ravaged counties, seeking shelter in Haywood. Nor were displaced flood victims the only ones filling Haywood hotel rooms after Helene. Some hotels were so full of the recovery workers who poured in, they had no space or limited space for flood victims initially, let alone room for tourists. "As much as we are a tourism-based economy, we were doing the right thing in housing construction workers, linemen and folks who were here to help rebuild Haywood County — plus sheltering families in need," said Patrik Shaw, a long-time hotelier in Haywood County and owner of Days Inn. "That is the benefit of having multiple hotels be able to open their doors in time of need." The Haywood County Tourism Development Authority was a key player in getting hotels enlisted to house flood victims. The TDA put out the call to its database of lodging owners that FEMA needed hotels willing to participate and created a spread sheet of interested hotels for FEMA. "They answered a lot of questions about how FEMA transitional housing worked. It helped us figure out if it was something we wanted to participate in and what this process would look like," Shaw said. Interestingly, the presence of the Helene refugees in Haywood's hotels and motels artificially inflated the key tourism metric of overnight stays, suggesting tourism was up after Helene when in fact the bump was attributed to flood victims staying in hotels — not tourists. The numbers Hotel stays in October got off to a slow start, then rose dramatically in November, stayed roughly level in December, and rose sharply again in January. February saw a huge fall-off, followed by a more gradual decline in March. This curve reflects a combination of factors: weather, the availability of other housing solutions and news that the program would be ending chief among them. —In October, 1,679 total room-nights were rented for flood victims. —In November, that number jumped to 5,000. —December saw another bump, up to 5,461. —Another large increase came with January and the new year, with 7,669 room-nights recorded. —In February, the number dropped to 2,712. —In March it dropped again to 1,216. By the end of April, there were no flood victims staying in Haywood County hotel rooms, at least not on FEMA's tab. The large jump between October and November is due in part to displaced flood victims staying with friends and relatives immediately following the storm before turning to hotel rooms. Numbers continued to climb as more people quit couch surfing or could no longer stay in tents and campers as temperatures dropped. Meanwhile, the drop-off after January is likely due to displaced flood victims finding more permanent housing solutions. Others victims lost their eligibility for the hotel housing program. How it worked The FEMA program that housed flood victims in hotels is called the Transitional Shelter Assistance program, also referred to as TSA. Participation by Haywood's lodging businesses was voluntary, and not every business participated for the entire six-month stretch. Some didn't participate at all. It was up to flood victims to call participating hotels and find if any had room. FEMA then paid the hotels directly. The program was extended twice, once to Jan. 11, 2025, and again to May 26. The TSA program did not cover short-term vacation rentals, providing payments only to hotels and motels. Complicating an analysis of how many flood victims were using hotels, FEMA only knows total room nights for the month — not individual families. Because of the migratory nature of families involved in the program, obtaining an average nightly number was also impossible. Similarly, FEMA had no record of which hotels and motels within the county had TSA-booked rooms on any given date. It's difficult to say how many were from outside Haywood County — places like Chimney Rock or Spruce Pine where there wasn't nearly as much hotel inventory for flood victims to tap. During their time here, the county's hotel and motel proprietors did the best they could to make the storm victims feel comfortable in a less-than-ideal situation. At the Days Inn, the hotel staff held a Christmas party for flood victims, complete with presents brought in by a charity that had conducted a toy drive down east for Helene victims. "There were multiple kids that had a wonderful Christmas even away from their traditional homes," Shaw said. Shaw also reached out to First United Methodist Church, which was a clearinghouse for flood relief, to get supplies brought directly to the hotel. "Twice a week, they went to hotels and stocked water and snacks and dry food. It was really neat, because I would tell them what the need was for our guests, and they would leave a stack of it in the lobby," Shaw said.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Clayton County police investigating deadly shooting at hotel
Clayton County police are investigating a deadly shooting. On Friday at about 10:27 p.m., officers responded to a report of a shooting at the Days Inn Hotel at 7385 Hannover Circle in Stockbridge. When they arrived, officers found an unconscious man suffering from a gunshot wound. He died from his injuries. [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks] Investigators say the shooting began as a fight that escalated into gunfire. Police detained several people at the scene for questioning. Detectives are interviewing witnesses and reviewing evidence. There is no word yet on any arrests or motive for the shooting. TRENDING STORIES: Officer who arrested Ximena Arias-Cristobal resigns from department North GA man shoots, kills wife, girlfriend before turning gun on himself, police say Viral food critic Keith Lee awards metro Atlanta pizzeria $50,000 for community engagement [SIGN UP: WSB-TV Daily Headlines Newsletter]
