Watch: Whale Off New Hampshire Collides with Fishing Boat, Tossing Men into the Atlantic

A whale mid-breach struck a small boat off New Hampshire, causing the vessel to capsize and hurling two fishermen overboard in seconds.

Colin and Wyatt Yager, teenage brothers from Maine on a nearby vessel, shared the footage on social media Tuesday. According to Seacoastonline, part of the USA TODAY Network, the video has been widely reposted, garnering over four million views and hundreds of comments. The caption warns area residents to beware of a “pissed-off whale” patrolling the waters of Portsmouth, New Hampshire. “Head on a swivel if you’re out there,” it reads.

The teens "swiftly rescued" both fishermen after their boat capsized off Odiorne Point in Rye, New Hampshire, U.S. Coast Guard spokesperson Diolanda Caballero told Seacoastonline.

Initially, Wyatt Yager wasn’t worried about the whale, explaining to Seacoastonline that all boats stayed along the edge of the school of fish to allow the whale to feed. However, the whale got too close, causing the vessel to tip over.

"I was just in shock. Everyone else had the same reaction and tried to get over to those people," he said. "It was like, 'Oh shoot,' and then, 'We’ve got to go help these people.' All the boats dropped what they were doing to assist."

Neither the men thrown into the ocean nor the whale were injured, Caballero said.

The Coast Guard learned of the capsized vessel Tuesday morning in Rye, a few miles northeast of Portsmouth, Seacoastonline reported. The teens were fishing for menhaden, also known as "pogies," around 7 a.m.

An hour later, the whale crashed into Greg Paquette and Ryland Kenney's boat, launching both men into "fight or flight mode" after they were thrown into the water, Seacoastonline reported.

“I heard a big crackle,” Kenney told the newspaper. "When that happened … the bow tipped up, and I went to the left. As the boat was rolling over, I kind of jumped off horizontally to avoid the whale and the boat.”

The last thing Paquette saw before being thrown into the water was the whale's head, which slammed down on the boat's engine.

“Then I saw the whole stern become inundated with water, and I thought, ‘Oh no. We’re going down. We’re going to sink now,’” Paquette told Seacoastonline. They managed to swim away from the swamped boat in seconds and became very tired after the initial "energy and adrenaline" wore off. "It's been an emotional day," Paquette said.

The men stayed in the Yagers' boat for about 15 minutes before the brothers transferred them to a nearby friend's vessel until the Coast Guard arrived, according to Wyatt Yager. Paquette and Kenney were then transported to the Great Cove Boat Club in Eliot, Maine.

Both men were in the water for less than two minutes before being rescued by 19-year-old Wyatt and 16-year-old Colin.

"We’re glad they took such quick action," Paquette said. "They didn’t even think about it. We’re really grateful to both of them."

While the whale made a big splash, Colin Yager’s reaction to the “breach” has gained the most attention. 

Multiple people commented on Colin’s quick instincts. “Kid's like ‘I want to go home now,’" one user wrote. Another added: “That kid had the right idea lol turned around and was ready to book it.”

Daisy Evans commented that the “incredible scene” was the result of “unfortunate timing,” noting that the whale was breaching under a school of baitfish next to the boat. “You can actually see dozens of fish pouring out of its mouth as it impacts the boat. The whale was not attacking,” she wrote.

Watch: Whale Off New Hampshire Collides with Fishing Boat, Tossing Men into the Atlantic

• General Information Natural Disasters Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

Pennsylvania Man Fatally Stabs Neighbor Following Dispute Over 'Loud Snoring' 

A 55-year-old man in Pennsylvania has been arrested for allegedly killing his neighbor by stabbing him in what authorities say was the culmination of a nearly two-year feud over “loud snoring.” Christopher James Casey, from Hatboro, was taken into custody on Thursday. He faces charges of third-degree murder, voluntary manslaughter, and possessing an instrument of crime in the death of 62-year-old Robert Wallace, according to authorities.

The Montgomery County District Attorney’s Office reported that officers from the Upper Moreland Township Police Department responded to a 911 call at around 6:34 p.m. on Monday regarding a stabbing at a residence in the 300 block of Fitch Road, about 15 miles north of Philadelphia. Casey himself made the call, identifying himself as the person who reported the stabbing.

Upon arrival, first responders found Wallace outside, approximately 50 feet from the home, suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was transported to Abington Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. Casey was also taken to Abington Hospital to treat a stab wound on his right thigh. Officers recovered a “large military-style knife” and a cell phone on Casey’s front porch. They also found a removed window screen lying in a nearby grassy area, with the window itself open.

A joint investigation by Upper Moreland Township Police and Montgomery County Detectives revealed that the two men were familiar to local police due to ongoing disputes, including arguments about Casey’s loud snoring, which Wallace could hear through the shared wall of their residences. The incident escalated when Wallace showed up at Casey’s residence while Casey was eating dinner, removed the screen from Casey’s window, and a verbal altercation ensued. Casey then used a large, military-style knife to stab Wallace several times.

Blood spatter was found inside and outside Casey’s home, authorities said. An autopsy determined that Wallace’s death was a homicide caused by multiple stab wounds to the chest. Following the autopsy results, Casey was arrested three days later. According to court documents obtained by Philadelphia ABC affiliate WPVI, Casey told police that he and Wallace had been talking through Casey’s window for about 20 minutes. By the end of the conversation, Wallace had calmed down and even offered to give Casey money for nasal surgery.

Pennsylvania Man Fatally Stabs Neighbor Amid Feud Over 'Loud Snoring'

Wallace then went to Casey’s front door to shake hands, at which point Casey, holding a knife and stun gun, unlocked the door.  “Casey described Wallace as very ‘volatile,’ ‘very strong,’ and ‘angry,’” the charging documents state. “Casey said he did not believe Wallace’s intention to ‘work this out’ and ‘shake hands’ was genuine. As a result, Casey decided to ‘surprise him’ by stabbing Wallace with a knife.” Casey appeared before Judge Wendy Rothstein for his arraignment, and his bond was set at $1 million. He is scheduled to appear in court again on January 29 before Magistrate Judge Thomas Murt.

Pennsylvania Man Fatally Stabs Neighbor Following Dispute Over 'Loud Snoring'

• General Public Murders Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

 Texas Teen Claims He Killed His Family to Prevent Them from Eating Him

Authorities in East Texas have arrested an 18-year-old man, Cesar Olalde, on capital murder charges for the shootings of his parents, sister, and brother. Police in Nash, Texas, responded to a report on Tuesday that a man had harmed his family and was threatening to kill himself. Upon arrival, officers found Olalde barricaded inside a home and were informed that multiple people were dead inside.

According to a probable cause affidavit by Nash Police Officer Craig Buster, Olalde later called the police and confessed to "pulling the trigger and shooting his family."

The officers convinced Olalde to surrender. Inside the home, they discovered the bodies of his parents, Reuben Olalde and Aida Garcia, his older sister, Lisbet Olalde, and his younger brother, Oliver Olalde, in a bathroom. The affidavit noted that the victims appeared to have been shot in various locations within the residence and then dragged to the bathroom. Multiple spent cartridge casings and blood spatter were found throughout the home.

The affidavit detailed that a co-worker of Lisbet Olalde had gone to the home after she failed to arrive at work. Accompanied by a family member, the co-worker forced entry into the house, where Cesar Olalde confronted them with a firearm. The co-worker informed police that Olalde claimed he had killed his family because they were cannibals and intended to eat him.

Bowie County court records show that Olalde is being held on a $10 million bond. His defense attorney has not yet responded to requests for comment. Nash is a small town with a population of about 3,800, located on the western edge of Texarkana near the Arkansas state line.

Texas Teen Killed His Family Because He Thought They Were Cannibals Who Were Out To Eat Him

This incident is part of a disturbing trend of mass killings in the United States. A database maintained by The Associated Press, USA Today, and Northeastern University tracks mass killings involving four or more fatalities, excluding the perpetrator, using the same standards as the FBI.

Texas Teen Claims He Killed His Family to Prevent Them from Eating Him

• Gun Violence Murders Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

Will Trump's Felony Conviction Be Overturned by Supreme Court Immunity Ruling? Key Details as Sentencing Is Delayed.

On Monday, former President Donald Trump asked a Manhattan court to overturn his criminal conviction following a Supreme Court ruling that grants some immunity to presidents from prosecution, multiple sources report. The ruling could invalidate certain evidence used by prosecutors and is expected to delay Trump's sentencing.

The Supreme Court ruled that presidents have "absolute immunity" from prosecution for actions within their "core constitutional powers," such as appointing officials, while they can still be prosecuted for actions outside their official duties.

Trump's lawyers formally requested that his criminal conviction be overturned based on this ruling, as reported by The New York Times. Trump was previously convicted on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to reimbursement checks he sent to former attorney Michael Cohen for paying adult film star Stormy Daniels.

ABC News reported that Trump’s attorneys argued some evidence used in the case should be excluded under the immunity ruling. The Supreme Court stated that evidence regarding a president’s official acts cannot be used at trial, even if the crime itself is not immune from prosecution.

Trump had previously sought to delay his trial until the Supreme Court ruled on immunity, arguing that certain evidence from his presidency was protected, including public statements and an ethics form showing his reimbursement to Cohen. Prosecutors used this evidence at trial, including 2018 statements by Trump suggesting Cohen should remain loyal and not implicate him in the hush money scheme.

It remains uncertain if the immunity ruling would apply to Trump’s public statements. The Supreme Court noted that most of Trump’s public comments as president are covered by his official duties, but there could be instances where he spoke in an unofficial capacity, which would not be immune.

Trump might also claim that his 2017 reimbursement checks to Cohen are covered by immunity, although a federal judge previously ruled that these checks were personal and unrelated to his official duties. U.S. District Judge Alvin K. Hellerstein stated that the payments were "a cover-up of an embarrassing event" and not part of Trump's official presidential duties.

Judge Juan Merchan, overseeing Trump’s hush money case, may decide whether to allow Trump to contest the verdict. The deadline for post-trial motions has passed, and Trump’s sentencing, scheduled for July 11, may be delayed as Merchan considers the immunity issue. Prosecutors have agreed to a potential two-week delay. If sentenced, Trump’s punishment could range from fines to up to four years in prison, though legal experts believe he is unlikely to face prison time as a first-time offender.

The immunity ruling will likely impact all four criminal cases against Trump. In his federal case for attempting to overturn the 2020 election, the Supreme Court’s ruling will lead to a review to distinguish between official and unofficial acts in the indictment. Trump has also claimed immunity in his federal case for allegedly withholding White House documents and in his state case for attempting to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia. These cases, which have already faced delays, are expected to be prolonged further due to the immunity claims.

Trump was indicted in March 2023 on charges related to Cohen’s hush money payments and found guilty in May after a week-long trial. Cohen paid Daniels $130,000 before the 2016 election to silence her allegations of an affair with Trump, which Trump has denied. Trump then reimbursed Cohen through a series of checks in 2017, which prosecutors argued were falsely labeled as legal services. Trump pleaded not guilty, maintaining that the payments to Cohen were appropriately labeled as legal services. Cohen testified that Trump was directly involved in the hush money scheme.

President Biden addresses the Supreme Court’s Trump immunity ruling

The Supreme Court’s 6-3 ruling on Monday, which overturned lower court decisions rejecting Trump's immunity claims, has been widely criticized. Justice Sonia Sotomayor, in her dissent, argued that the ruling undermines the constitutional principle that no person is above the law.

Will Trump's Felony Conviction Be Overturned by Supreme Court Immunity Ruling? Key Details as Sentencing Is Delayed.

• American Justice System Political Figures Trumps Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

Fatal Stabbing Outside McDonald's: 16-Year-Old Girl Loses Life in Alleged Sweet-and-Sour Sauce Dispute 

A 16-year-old girl has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the fatal stabbing of another 16-year-old female outside a McDonald’s in Washington, D.C. The incident, described by authorities as a dispute over sweet-and-sour sauce, resulted in the death of Naima Liggon from Waldorf, Maryland.

According to Metro Police, they responded to a report of a juvenile with stab wounds early Sunday morning. Liggon succumbed to her injuries at a hospital. The fatal stabbing occurred outside a McDonald’s in the 1900 block of 14th Street, Northwest. Liggon was transported to the hospital in a privately-owned vehicle. The police arrested a 16-year-old female, also from Waldorf, charging her with second-degree murder while armed. The suspect was found in possession of a knife during the arrest.

Detective Brendan Jasper testified at a D.C. Superior Court hearing, stating that the fatal stabbing stemmed from a dispute over sweet-and-sour sauce among three girls outside the restaurant. Liggon and another girl allegedly assaulted the 16-year-old suspect, who, based on surveillance footage, did not initially fight back. As Liggon and the other girl were about to enter a vehicle, the 16-year-old suspect approached Liggon with a 7.5-inch pocketknife, stabbing her in the abdomen and chest.

Prosecutors reported that the suspect was located a block away. The court heard that Liggon and the suspect, part of a group from Oxon Hill, Maryland, had driven to a party in D.C. After the party, they went to the McDonald’s. The suspect’s attorney claimed self-defense, emphasizing the lack of a prior criminal history. D.C. Superior Court Judge Sherri Beatty-Arthur ordered the juvenile suspect to be held until a new hearing on Friday, stating, "At the end of the day, someone is dead over a dispute over sauce."

Naima Liggon's mother, Joy Liggon, called the incident "senseless" and expressed disbelief that a fight over sweet-and-sour sauce could lead to murder. Naima Liggon was a student at Thomas Stone High School in Waldorf, and the school community received a statement from the principal expressing condolences and asking for thoughts and prayers for Liggon’s family and friends.

Fatal Stabbing Outside McDonald's: 16-Year-Old Girl Loses Life in Alleged Sweet-and-Sour Sauce Dispute

• Murders The Youth of Our Nation Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

California Mother Undergoes Limb Amputation Due to Bacterial Infection After Consuming Undercooked Tilapia 

A California mother, Laura Barajas, underwent amputation of all her limbs after consuming undercooked tilapia, leading to a severe infection. Purchased from a local market in San Jose last month, the fish was prepared and eaten at home by Barajas. Her friend, Anna Messina, detailed the situation in a GoFundMe campaign, explaining that Barajas spent over a month in the hospital battling an infection caused by Vibrio vulnificus bacteria. On Wednesday, she underwent the drastic measure of limb amputation.

Messina urged support for Barajas' family during this challenging time, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of such incidents that could impact anyone. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health advisory on September 1, warning of an uptick in Vibrio vulnificus bacterial infections in the United States due to rising water temperatures.

Vibrio vulnificus, a bacterium thriving in warmer Gulf of Mexico waters, causes approximately 80,000 illnesses in the U.S. annually, according to the CDC. In a separate incident in Galveston, Texas, a man died over Labor Day Weekend after consuming oysters contaminated with Vibrio vulnificus.

Symptoms of a Vibrio vulnificus infection include watery diarrhea, stomach cramping, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Additionally, infected wounds may exhibit redness, pain, swelling, warmth, discoloration, and discharge. The CDC identifies the most common cause of Vibrio infections as the consumption of undercooked or raw oysters and shellfish, advising against such practices. Proper cooking and hand hygiene, especially after handling raw shellfish, are recommended preventive measures. The CDC also cautions individuals with open wounds to avoid saltwater exposure to minimize the risk of Vibrio infection.

California Mother Undergoes Limb Amputation Due to Bacterial Infection After Consuming Undercooked Tilapia

• General Information Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

Florida Single Mom Falls Victim to Elaborate Scam: Concrete Driveway Stolen After Putting Home on Market, Leaving Her with $10k Replacement Bill 

A Florida mother faced a costly scam after putting her home up for sale, as scammers orchestrated the removal of her driveway, leaving her with a $10,000 bill for replacement just weeks before her planned move.

Amanda Brochu listed her home in Apopka, Florida, for sale in December. Soon after, individuals arrived at her $289,000 property, attempting to measure her concrete driveway. One contractor revealed that a person named Andre had inquired about a driveway replacement quote at Brochu's address but backed out when asked for payment and proof of ownership.

As Brochu was preparing to leave for the holidays, she received a doorbell camera notification that crews were tearing up her driveway. Upon her return, she found her driveway gone, having fallen victim to a scam where scammers enlist contractors to work on homes, leaving the homeowner responsible for the bill.

The contractor Brochu confronted showed her text messages indicating that Andre had received a $7,200 quote for driveway replacement and had agreed to it but claimed he couldn't provide the deposit. Brochu contacted the Orange County Sheriff's Office, leading to an attempt to contact Andre.

Initially, Andre denied the accusations and hung up on the police, later stating it was a mistake and providing them with a supposed contractor's number, which turned out to be the Orlando airport's phone number. Subsequently, her driveway was removed, leaving a dirt track.

Unable to afford the $10,000 replacement cost, Brochu sought help. A local radio sponsor, upon learning about the incident, offered to replace the driveway for free. Brochu plans to donate the funds raised from her GoFundMe to charity.

Brochu's real estate agent, Rocki Sanchez, expressed shock at the situation and learned it might be part of a scam. The four-bedroom, two-bathroom house is currently listed on Zillow for $289,990, with a commitment to install a new driveway before closing.

Florida Single Mom Falls Victim to Elaborate Scam: Concrete Driveway Stolen After Putting Home on Market, Leaving Her with $10k Replacement Bill

• Scammers Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

Two Boys, Aged 12 and 17, Accused of Killing Three Teens in Marion County; $10,000 Reward for Capture of At-Large Suspect 

Two teenagers, aged 12 and 17, are facing first-degree murder charges in Marion County after allegedly killing three teenagers, while another suspect, a 16-year-old, remains at large. The victims, two girls and a boy, were found with gunshot wounds in the Ocklawaha area over the past week.

Sheriff Billy Woods disclosed that the suspects fled the scene after simultaneously killing the three teenagers, leaving behind substantial evidence. The arrested individuals are Robert Robinson, 17, and Christopher Atkins, 12, both charged with first-degree murder. The third suspect, Tahj Brewton, 16, is still on the run.

A $10,000 reward has been announced for information leading to Brewton's arrest, and Sheriff Woods urged anyone with knowledge about his whereabouts to come forward.

While the motive for the shootings does not appear to be linked to gang rivalry, Sheriff Woods mentioned that all the teenagers, both suspects and victims, were associated with gangs. The suspects were known for committing burglaries and robberies in the area, obtaining the gun used in the killings through these criminal activities.

The sheriff emphasized that the suspects and victims had previously collaborated on burglaries and robberies but had a falling out, leading to the tragic turn of events. Sheriff Woods stated, "There is no honor among the thieves, and at some point, these three individuals turned on our three victims and murdered them."

Two Boys, Aged 12 and 17, Accused of Killing Three Teens in Marion County; $10,000 Reward for Capture of At-Large Suspect

• Gun Violence Murders Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

DoorDash Driver Apprehended and Charged in Connection with Alleged Attempted Sexual Assault 

In north St. Louis County, a DoorDash driver, Travaye Gaines, has been arrested and charged with an alleged sexual assault, a disturbing incident that unfolded in Spanish Lake.

Viewers are cautioned as the details of the incident are unsettling. According to prosecutors, Gaines stands accused of sexually assaulting a customer inside her apartment. The victim, who opened the door for her food delivery, reported that Gaines forced his way inside, removed her towel, and assaulted her. Fortunately, she managed to escape and seek help from a neighbor.

Following the incident, the victim received a FaceTime call from an unknown number, revealing Gaines engaging in inappropriate behavior. With the assistance of DoorDash, the police were able to determine Gaines' location.

Travaye Gaines now faces charges of burglary, attempted rape, sexual misconduct, and resisting arrest in connection with the disturbing event.

DoorDash Driver Apprehended and Charged in Connection with Alleged Attempted Sexual Assault

• General Public Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More

Mother of Three in Houston Faces Homelessness Pursuing Social Media Influencer Dreams 

A mother named Kieria Jones and her three children find themselves without a home in Houston after relocating from Tallahassee to pursue dreams of becoming a social media influencer in 2024.

Expressing her initial motivation for the move, Jones explained, "It's mainly what I came to Houston for. That's where most of all of my favorite YouTubers are from."

Despite having no personal transportation, Jones managed to rent a car by utilizing disability checks for her son. However, her children expressed a desire to return to Florida with their grandmother, given the challenging circumstances.

"If I feel like I'm putting too much on them with me being stressed, then I would go back," Jones informed Houston Mayor John Whitmire.

Initially employed at Denny's upon arriving in Houston, Jones was able to afford a motel room, but the financial strain became overwhelming over time. Aware that her decisions significantly impact her three kids, Jones and her children sought refuge in a warming center during the January 16 freeze, prompted by dropping temperatures rendering the streets unsafe.

Unfortunately, the warming center unexpectedly closed on January 17 at noon, catching Jones off guard. Mayor Whitmire stepped in to connect her with assistance to address her precarious situation.

Mother of Three in Houston Faces Homelessness Pursuing Social Media Influencer Dreams

• General Public Homelessness Unbelievable
• Leave a Comment

Read More