John Nightbridge – The Daily Horn

Beachgoer Makes Horrifying Discovery in Sand

Authorities are investigating after a beach walker discovered what appeared to be part of a human skull in the sand at a San Clemente shoreline. SAN CLEMENTE, Calif. — A Southern California woman walking along Linda Lane Beach made a disturbing discovery Friday when she spotted what appeared to be part of a human jawbone protruding from the sand, prompting an investigation by local authorities. The find drew attention from law enforcement and investigators as …

Super Bowl Performer Killed in Tragic BASE Jump Accident

Extreme athlete Andy Lewis and Arizona resident Danny Joe Kregle died during a tandem jump in a remote canyon area. MOAB, Utah — A tandem BASE jumping accident in a remote Utah canyon killed two men on June 14, including renowned extreme athlete Andy Lewis, whose performance alongside Madonna during the 2012 Super Bowl halftime show brought national attention to the sport of slacklining. The deaths shocked the close-knit extreme sports community and drew renewed …

Woman Found in Closet With Gunshot Wound to the Head

Authorities say evidence contradicted the defendant’s claim that the gun discharged during a struggle. BEAUMONT, Texas — A 44-year-old Texas man has been indicted on a murder charge after authorities said he fatally shot his girlfriend in the head inside his Beaumont home earlier this month and then claimed the shooting was an accident during a struggle over a handgun. The indictment marks a new stage in a case that began as a serious assault …

Mass Shooting at Juneteenth Gathering Injures 13

Police said two gunmen in a red SUV opened fire into a crowd on Chicago’s South Side late Friday night. CHICAGO, Ill. — At least 13 people were injured after two gunmen opened fire from a vehicle into a crowd gathered in Chicago’s Princeton Park neighborhood late Friday, according to police. The shooting happened during Juneteenth celebrations and left two victims in critical condition as investigators searched for those responsible. The mass shooting unfolded shortly …

Husband and Wife Found Dead Along Busy Interstate

Authorities say foul play is not suspected as investigators work to determine the cause of the couple’s deaths. REDDING, Calif. — An elderly San Francisco couple known for their support of the arts was found dead inside a running vehicle parked along Interstate 5 in Northern California on June 15, prompting an investigation by state authorities into what appears to be a medical emergency. California Highway Patrol officers identified the victims as Judith Sheldon, 84, …

Baby Kidnapped from Stroller Found Dead

Authorities are working to identify the child after a 3-month-old boy disappeared from a stroller in southern Germany. RENNINGEN, Germany — Police searching for a 3-month-old boy who was reported kidnapped from a stroller outside his family’s home made a tragic discovery Friday when they found the body of an infant near a stream in Baden-Württemberg. Investigators said identification efforts were underway and had not confirmed whether the child was the missing baby. The discovery …

Youth Baseball Coach Fatally Shot After Dispute

Friends and players are mourning Jorge Fonseca, known across the travel baseball community as “Coach George.” BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A well-known youth baseball coach was shot and killed outside a Birmingham barbershop Saturday after an argument escalated into violence, according to police. Jorge Fonseca, 34, died at the scene despite life-saving efforts by first responders. Fonseca’s death has sent shockwaves through Alabama’s travel baseball community, where he spent years coaching and mentoring young players. Authorities …

Infant Found Dead, Wrapped in Blanket Inside Home

Police say an 11-month-old child was discovered in unsafe living conditions inside a North Charleston residence. NORTH CHARLESTON, S.C. — A South Carolina woman has been arrested after authorities found her 11-month-old child dead inside an apartment that investigators described as filthy and heavily infested with insects. The child was pronounced dead at the scene after emergency responders attempted lifesaving measures. Authorities identified the mother as 27-year-old Janette Clayton. North Charleston police charged her with …

Tourist Dies as Massive Resort Fire Forces 1,700 to Flee

Authorities are investigating what sparked the blaze that heavily damaged a beachfront hotel complex. SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic — A large fire swept through a beachfront resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, killing an Italian tourist and forcing the evacuation of nearly 1,700 guests and staff from a popular vacation destination in Bayahibe, authorities said. The blaze struck the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach resort along the country’s southeastern coast, sending thick smoke over the …

Ex-Mayor Kills Wife During Divorce Meeting

Police are investigating the deaths as femicide followed by suicide. OURILÂNDIA DO NORTE, Brazil — A former mayor and city councilman fatally shot his estranged wife during a June 3 divorce meeting inside a law office, then killed himself, police in Pará state said. Authorities identified the victim as Icicléia Alves Veloso, 41, a businesswoman and mother of three known locally as Leia Veloso. Police said her estranged husband, Romildo Veloso e Silva, 69, opened …