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New York Post
2 hours ago
- New York Post
Marine hopeful found dead roadside after holiday party, potentially been ‘beat to death,' lawsuit claims
A Marine hopeful from Oklahoma who was found dead and naked on the side of a road in 2023 may have been beaten to death, a new wrongful death lawsuit states. Noah Presgrove, 19, had attended a multi-day Labor Day party with friends that weekend before his body was found off U.S. Highway 81 in Terral on Sept. 4, 2023. Officials found teeth, a necklace, and basketball shorts next to Presgrove's lifeless body. While authorities initially speculated that Presgrove may have been struck by a car after the party, the lawsuit filed on June 23 seeking at least $75,000 in damages alleges that the 19-year-old's death 'was not caused by being hit with a motor vehicle.' Fox News Digital reached out to the plaintiff's attorney for comment. Presgrove had attended the Labor Day party that weekend, which allegedly involved underage drinking, hosted by defendants Avery Howard, Carter Combs, and Logan Jernigan, according to the lawsuit. The party took place on a property owned by defendant Johnnie Trout Wilcoxson Jr. in a trailer owned by defendant Stevie Howard, the complaint states. Some of the defendants did not have legal representation listed at the time of publication, and none of the defendants had responded to the lawsuit at the time of publication. Andrew Benedict, an Oklahoma-based attorney representing Wilcoxson and Howard, has not responded to requests for comment from Fox News Digital. 4 Noah Presgrove, 19, had attended a multi-day Labor Day party with friends that weekend before his body was found off U.S. Highway 81 in Terral on Sept. 4, 2023. Courtesy Presgrove Family The complaint alleges that defendant Jack Newton, despite being under 21, purchased the alcohol from Napoli's convenience store, operated by Val Petrol, LLC. Fox News Digital reached out to Val Petrol, LLC, for comment. Presgove's blood alcohol level was about twice the legal limit at the time of his death. Presgrove had apparently been drinking at a house party where he was involved in a rollover incident while riding an ATV that Newton apparently permitted Presgrove to ride, even though he was intoxicated at the time, according to the medical examiner's full report, upon further investigation. 4 Memorial at Noah Presgrove's grave with American flags and a photo cutout. Justice for Noah Pressgrove 4 Presgrove had graduated from high school three months early with plans to enlist in the military alongside his cousin. Justice for Noah Pressgrove 'The highway was poorly lit at night. There were no vehicle parts or debris observed on the scene. Further investigation revealed that the decedent was at a house party and drinking on September 3, 2023,' the full report reads, in part. 'Then he rode an ATV ranger vehicle with several men that had a rollover incident. … The decedent left the house party and was not found until the morning of September 4, 2023, on the side of the highway.' An investigation also revealed that Presgrove had returned to the party after the ATV incident. He was last seen in a 'verbal argument' with Howard and Newton around 3:41 a.m. on Sept. 4, the lawsuit states. The medical examiner ruled Presgrove's cause of death to be blunt force trauma to the head, torso, and extremities. 4 While authorities initially speculated that Presgrove may have been struck by a car after the party, the lawsuit filed on June 23 seeking at least $75,000 in damages alleges that the 19-year-old's death 'was not caused by being hit with a motor vehicle.' Justice for Noah Presgrove 'Decedent was beat to death by one or more of the defendants,' the complaint says, though it does not include factual allegations demonstrating that Presgrove was beaten to death, adding that 'two or more defendants engaged in a civil conspiracy to beat [Presgrove].' The lawsuit accuses the defendants of duty of care violations, civil conspiracy, negligence, and recklessness in connection with Presgrove's death. Presgrove had graduated from high school three months early with plans to enlist in the military alongside his cousin.
Associated Press
08-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Element8 Names Samual Curtis as CEO and Mike Field as EVP & General Manager of Texas Operations
Fort Worth, TX July 07, 2025 --( )-- Element8, a leading internet service provider serving North Texas communities, is proud to announce a strategic leadership expansion that aligns with the company's mission to drive broadband access and innovation across underserved regions. Samual Curtis, founder and current CEO of Oklahoma-based AtLink Services, has been named Chief Executive Officer of element8. In his expanded role, Curtis will now lead both organizations, bringing unified vision and operational strategy to two of the region's fastest-growing broadband providers. At the same time, Mike Field has been appointed Executive Vice President and General Manager of Texas Sales and Operations for element8. Field brings more than two decades of telecom and broadband leadership, with a strong background in operational growth, customer success, and community-based connectivity efforts throughout the Texas market. 'This is an exciting new chapter,' said Curtis. 'Both element8 and AtLink share a deep commitment to closing the digital divide and delivering best-in-class service to communities that have long been overlooked. With this new leadership structure, we're positioned to scale smarter, innovate faster, and serve better—on both sides of the Red River.' Under Curtis's leadership, AtLink Services has become one of Oklahoma's largest wireless internet service providers, widely respected for its commitment to rural connectivity and network reliability. The addition of Field further strengthens element8's operational capacity and community engagement efforts across North Texas. 'Mike is a tremendous asset and a proven leader in this space,' Curtis added. 'His insight into the Texas broadband landscape and his ability to execute with precision will be key as we push toward the next phase of growth.' Both companies will continue to operate under their respective brands, while aligning long-term goals and collaborating on key initiatives that expand infrastructure and improve service delivery to homes and businesses throughout the region. About Element8 Element8 is a Texas-based internet service provider focused on expanding access to high-speed, reliable internet in North Texas communities. With a commitment to performance, affordability, and customer satisfaction, element8 is dedicated to building strong digital foundations for the communities it serves. About AtLink Services Founded in 2005, AtLink Services is Oklahoma's largest wireless internet service provider. Known for connecting underserved and rural areas, AtLink delivers dependable broadband service through innovative technology and a customer-first approach. Contact Information: element8 Internet Brent Greene 405-753-7151 Contact via Email Read the full story here: Element8 Names Samual Curtis as CEO and Mike Field as EVP & General Manager of Texas Operations Press Release Distributed by
Daily Mirror
03-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
Doctor 'drowned four-year-old daughter at Airbnb then staged her death'
Doctor Neha Gupta, 36, allegedly orchestrated the drowning of her own daughter Aria during a family trip to South Florida - and now faces a first-degree murder charge A four-year-old girl's tragic death at a Florida holiday rental has now turned into a chilling murder investigation - with her own mother, a pediatrician, accused of staging the scene to look like an accident. Dr Neha Gupta, 36, allegedly orchestrated the drowning of her daughter Aria during a family trip to South Florida, authorities say. The Oklahoma-based doctor was arrested this week in her hometown of Oklahoma City and now faces a first-degree murder charge out of Miami-Dade County. According to an affidavit filed by a homicide detective, Gupta "attempted to conceal the killing of the deceased victim by staging an accidental drowning within the swimming pool" of the Airbnb property in El Portal, just north of Miami. Officials claim she tried to pass the child's death off as a tragic pool accident in the early morning hours of June 27. Gupta allegedly told police that she and Aria were asleep in a bedroom when a strange noise woke her around 3.20am. That's when she claims she noticed the sliding door to the patio was ajar - and moments later, found her daughter face-down in the deep end of the pool. She said she panicked, tried to save the girl, but couldn't swim and was unable to pull her out. Emergency responders rushed to the scene and performed CPR, but the child was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital before sunrise. But detectives were not convinced by Gupta's story. After the incident, she fled Florida and returned to Oklahoma - a move prosecutors now say was an attempt to dodge prosecution. She is currently being held without bond in the Oklahoma County Jail while Florida authorities seek her extradition. A doctor who performed an autopsy at the medical examiner's office did not find water in the child's lungs or stomach, and that "based on these findings she was able to rule out drowning as being the cause of death," the detective wrote. Dr. Tuyet Tran also advised authorities that she believes the child was dead before being placed in the pool, the detective wrote. The cause and manner of death are pending, but Tran found injuries such as bruising within the girl's cheeks. According to Tran, these injuries "are consistent with asphyxiation by smothering," the affidavit states. Police have not revealed any possible motive in the case. The detective noted in the affidavit that Gupta shares custody of the child with her ex-husband, who told detectives that he and his ex-wife are involved in an ongoing custody battle over the girl. The ex-husband also told detectives that he was unaware that Gupta and the child had traveled to South Florida. Based on surveillance video and Airbnb records, investigators determined that Gupta and her daughter were the sole occupants of the rental unit, the affidavit states. Gupta practiced medicine at Oklahoma Children's Hospital, part of the University of Oklahoma's health system, according to records from the Oklahoma Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision. The university's faculty directory showed that she has also been an assistant professor at the university's health sciences center. The University of Oklahoma and its health system released a statement this week saying that Gupta has been "suspended from patient care, given notice of termination, and was no longer seeing patients at the health system as of May 30, 2025." Gupta has also been given a "notice of termination" by the university, the statement said.
Yahoo
01-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
8 Things Doctors Would Never, Ever Do When It's Hot Outside
The past couple years have seen unpleasantly hot summers in much of the country, with many states seeing heat waves ― and the blistering temperatures are expected to stick around. At the very least, this type of weather makes it nearly impossible to hold outdoor events or complete routine activities like a daily run. In the worst cases, though, hot weather can be deadly, especially for older adults who are 'more prone to get dehydrated more quickly in excessive heat,' said Dr. John Schumann, the Oklahoma-based executive medical director of Oak Street Health. But there are a range of heat-related conditions that can impact anyone, like heat cramps, dehydration and passing out from the high temperatures. Another is heat exhaustion, which causes 'thirst, fatigue ― you can even have mild changes in your mental status, like a little bit of confusion,' according to Dr. Martin Huecker, an emergency care doctor at UofL Health in Louisville, Kentucky. 'And then when you get to heatstroke, that's the most significant, the most severe form,' Huecker added. 'That's where you start seeing definite mental status changes, and then what we call a cardiovascular collapse or instability. The vital signs change. The heart rate and blood pressure start to change.' You should immediately call 911 if you notice confusion in someone who has been out in the heat. You should also call 911 if symptoms like heat cramps, heavy sweating or dizziness last more than an hour, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The U.S. saw the most heat-related deaths ever in 2023, and with more hot days on the horizon, it's important to stay safe. Below, experts share what they'd avoid doing on hot days when keeping safety in mind. When extreme temperatures are in town, you shouldn't assume they're no big deal. Instead, you should plan ahead and be aware of the weather forecast, Huecker said. 'You can look at UV index and heat index,' he noted, referring to measures of ultraviolet radiation and temperature plus humidity. 'Some days the temperature isn't telling the whole story.' Many weather apps will give you the 'real feel' temperature, which can be higher or lower than the air temperature due to sun, humidity or wind. When you understand what weather conditions are in store, you can plan appropriately to stay safe from the heat. 'If you reach the point where you're actually thirsty, you're already dehydrated,' said Schumann. 'You should be hydrating enough so that you're not getting thirsty.' When spending time outside on a very hot day, it's important to have water or a water-based beverage available, Schumann said. But that's not the only thing your body might need. 'If you are sweating a lot, you lose more than just water,' Huecker said. 'You're losing sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium. When you replenish, you want to replenish more than just water; you want to add electrolytes to it.' You can get a lot of your electrolytes through food, Huecker said, so you might not need sports drinks or other electrolyte products. But 'if you're out walking or exercising, doing a two-hour trip outside, and you just wanted to bring some water with you, that's where you might want to throw in electrolytes,' Huecker said. Brands like LMNT, Liquid I.V. and Pedialyte sell electrolyte powders and drinks. Alternatively, 'you can get as simple as throwing a little bit of sugar or honey with some sea salt [in your water] — that has a good amount of sodium chloride and some of the other electrolytes,' Huecker said. 'You don't have to get real fancy and spend a bunch of money.' It may be common to crack open a cold beer at a summer barbecue or make a frozen cocktail on a sunny day, but Schumann said you should be careful about consuming alcohol when it's hot outside. 'Moderation is going to be the key. If you're someone who likes to drink, it can be refreshing. But when it's this hot out ... alcohol will dehydrate you faster than you otherwise would,' Schumann said. 'If you could avoid drinking, [that's] so much better. And stay with something that's going to keep you hydrated.' 4. They wouldn't stay outside at the hottest time of day.'You want to avoid the hottest part of the day,' Huecker stressed, adding that temperatures typically peak from 'noon to 3 or 4 p.m.'Try to save yard work or other outdoor tasks for a cooler part of the day — like first thing in the morning or as the sun is setting in the evening.5. They wouldn't remain in the sun without taking you have to be outside — say, for work or an outdoor event — it's important to take breaks from the sunshine when possible.'Getting out of the sun and into the shade, or indoors or air conditioning,' is key to preventing heat-related illness, Schumann said, adding that he personally tries to be in the shade whenever possible.6. They wouldn't forget bug and pest need to keep more than just sun safety in mind. If you're taking part in outdoor activities like hiking, you also should be wary of illnesses transmitted by ticks, Schumann the same goes for mosquitoes. Many people tend to go swimming on hot days, but these insects often linger around bodies of encourages his patients to use permethrin or other tick repellents on their clothes, and bug sprays with DEET to repel mosquitoes. 7. They wouldn't skip should always wear sunscreen to protect against harmful rays, but this is especially important on very sunny days. When it's hot outside, Schumann said he wears sunscreen and a hat to avoid sunburns.'Look for products labeled 'broad spectrum' to ensure protection from UVB and UVA rays and with an SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 30,' Dr. Kevin Boyd, a dermatologist at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, Wisconsin, previously told HuffPost via email.8. They wouldn't ignore how certain medications react to heat and to pharmacist Michael Schuh, there are four categories of relatively common medications that can affect your heat tolerance: antidepressants, antihistamines, blood pressure drugs and antipsychotics.'Those are probably the main drugs one would think of that would cause heat intolerance,' said Schuh, who works at Mayo Clinic in can mess with your brain's thermal heat regulation and how much you sweat, putting you at higher risk of dehydration, heatstroke and more, he said.'There are a lot of drugs, too, that will also make people more sensitive to the sun, that will make them burn more easily,' Schuh noted. 'Some antibiotics can make people more sun-sensitive, where they'll burn more easily, maybe even get a rash. ... Some diuretics will do it. Some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents will do it ― things like ibuprofen. And some hormones will do it.'Be aware of any drugs that may prevent your body from regulating its temperature or put you at risk of sunburn. You can look online to see if this applies to your medications, or you can talk to a pharmacist or physician, Schuh while it's important to know the possible effects of dangerously high temperatures, this doesn't mean you have to stay inside all summer.'I would encourage people to not be completely afraid of the heat and to get a little bit of exposure to it,' said Huecker. 'There are a lot of health benefits to sauna and other heat-related environments, and so I wouldn't avoid at all costs. I would just be smart about it.' 'Coolcations' Are On The Rise This Summer. Here's How To Take One. Does Your Sunburn Require Medical Attention? Here Are The 2 Signs It Does. TikTok Claims These Foods Can Relieve Sunburn, And Doctors Actually Back It Up
Yahoo
26-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
8 Things Doctors Would Never, Ever Do When It's Hot Outside
The past couple years have seen unpleasantly hot summers in much of the country, with many states seeing heat waves ― and the blistering temperatures are expected to stick around. At the very least, this type of weather makes it nearly impossible to hold outdoor events or complete routine activities like a daily run. In the worst cases, though, hot weather can be deadly, especially for older adults who are 'more prone to get dehydrated more quickly in excessive heat,' said Dr. John Schumann, the Oklahoma-based executive medical director of Oak Street Health. But there are a range of heat-related conditions that can impact anyone, like heat cramps, dehydration and passing out from the high temperatures. Another is heat exhaustion, which causes 'thirst, fatigue ― you can even have mild changes in your mental status, like a little bit of confusion,' according to Dr. Martin Huecker, an emergency care doctor at UofL Health in Louisville, Kentucky. 'And then when you get to heatstroke, that's the most significant, the most severe form,' Huecker added. 'That's where you start seeing definite mental status changes, and then what we call a cardiovascular collapse or instability. The vital signs change. The heart rate and blood pressure start to change.' You should immediately call 911 if you notice confusion in someone who has been out in the heat. You should also call 911 if symptoms like heat cramps, heavy sweating or dizziness last more than an hour, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The U.S. saw the most heat-related deaths ever in 2023, and with more hot days on the horizon, it's important to stay safe. Below, experts share what they'd avoid doing on hot days when keeping safety in mind. When extreme temperatures are in town, you shouldn't assume they're no big deal. Instead, you should plan ahead and be aware of the weather forecast, Huecker said. 'You can look at UV index and heat index,' he noted, referring to measures of ultraviolet radiation and temperature plus humidity. 'Some days the temperature isn't telling the whole story.' Many weather apps will give you the 'real feel' temperature, which can be higher or lower than the air temperature due to sun, humidity or wind. When you understand what weather conditions are in store, you can plan appropriately to stay safe from the heat. 'If you reach the point where you're actually thirsty, you're already dehydrated,' said Schumann. 'You should be hydrating enough so that you're not getting thirsty.' When spending time outside on a very hot day, it's important to have water or a water-based beverage available, Schumann said. But that's not the only thing your body might need. 'If you are sweating a lot, you lose more than just water,' Huecker said. 'You're losing sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium. When you replenish, you want to replenish more than just water; you want to add electrolytes to it.' You can get a lot of your electrolytes through food, Huecker said, so you might not need sports drinks or other electrolyte products. But 'if you're out walking or exercising, doing a two-hour trip outside, and you just wanted to bring some water with you, that's where you might want to throw in electrolytes,' Huecker said. Brands like LMNT, Liquid I.V. and Pedialyte sell electrolyte powders and drinks. Alternatively, 'you can get as simple as throwing a little bit of sugar or honey with some sea salt [in your water] — that has a good amount of sodium chloride and some of the other electrolytes,' Huecker said. 'You don't have to get real fancy and spend a bunch of money.' It may be common to crack open a cold beer at a summer barbecue or make a frozen cocktail on a sunny day, but Schumann said you should be careful about consuming alcohol when it's hot outside. 'Moderation is going to be the key. If you're someone who likes to drink, it can be refreshing. But when it's this hot out ... alcohol will dehydrate you faster than you otherwise would,' Schumann said. 'If you could avoid drinking, [that's] so much better. And stay with something that's going to keep you hydrated.' 'You want to avoid the hottest part of the day,' Huecker stressed, adding that temperatures typically peak from 'noon to 3 or 4 p.m.' Try to save yard work or other outdoor tasks for a cooler part of the day — like first thing in the morning or as the sun is setting in the evening. If you have to be outside — say, for work or an outdoor event — it's important to take breaks from the sunshine when possible. 'Getting out of the sun and into the shade, or indoors or air conditioning,' is key to preventing heat-related illness, Schumann said, adding that he personally tries to be in the shade whenever possible. You need to keep more than just sun safety in mind. If you're taking part in outdoor activities like hiking, you also should be wary of illnesses transmitted by ticks, Schumann said. And the same goes for mosquitoes. Many people tend to go swimming on hot days, but these insects often linger around bodies of water. Schumann encourages his patients to use permethrin or other tick repellents on their clothes, and bug sprays with DEET to repel mosquitoes. You should always wear sunscreen to protect against harmful rays, but this is especially important on very sunny days. When it's hot outside, Schumann said he wears sunscreen and a hat to avoid sunburns. 'Look for products labeled 'broad spectrum' to ensure protection from UVB and UVA rays and with an SPF (sun protection factor) of at least 30,' Dr. Kevin Boyd, a dermatologist at Mayo Clinic Health System in La Crosse, Wisconsin, previously told HuffPost via email. According to pharmacist Michael Schuh, there are four categories of relatively common medications that can affect your heat tolerance: antidepressants, antihistamines, blood pressure drugs and antipsychotics. 'Those are probably the main drugs one would think of that would cause heat intolerance,' said Schuh, who works at Mayo Clinic in Florida. These can mess with your brain's thermal heat regulation and how much you sweat, putting you at higher risk of dehydration, heatstroke and more, he said. 'There are a lot of drugs, too, that will also make people more sensitive to the sun, that will make them burn more easily,' Schuh noted. 'Some antibiotics can make people more sun-sensitive, where they'll burn more easily, maybe even get a rash. ... Some diuretics will do it. Some nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents will do it ― things like ibuprofen. And some hormones will do it.' Be aware of any drugs that may prevent your body from regulating its temperature or put you at risk of sunburn. You can look online to see if this applies to your medications, or you can talk to a pharmacist or physician, Schuh said. And while it's important to know the possible effects of dangerously high temperatures, this doesn't mean you have to stay inside all summer. 'I would encourage people to not be completely afraid of the heat and to get a little bit of exposure to it,' said Huecker. 'There are a lot of health benefits to sauna and other heat-related environments, and so I wouldn't avoid at all costs. I would just be smart about it.' 'Coolcations' Are On The Rise This Summer. Here's How To Take One. Does Your Sunburn Require Medical Attention? Here Are The 2 Signs It Does. TikTok Claims These Foods Can Relieve Sunburn, And Doctors Actually Back It Up
