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19-Year-Old Identified in Fatal Colorado Springs Crash Along Uintah Street

Authorities have identified the young driver killed in a devastating crash along Uintah Street earlier this month as 19-year-old Isai Martinez, according to the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD).

The collision occurred around 11:45 p.m. on Friday, October 10, when officers responded to reports of a vehicle that had crashed into a house near the intersection of Uintah Street and 22nd Street. Upon arrival, police discovered Martinez inside the vehicle, where he was pronounced dead at the scene.

No one inside the home was injured, though the impact caused significant damage to the structure. Police confirmed that no passengers were in the vehicle at the time of the crash.

Investigators with CSPD’s Major Crash Team believe excessive speed was a contributing factor. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

This marks the 46th traffic fatality in Colorado Springs this year, surpassing last year’s total of 42 by the same date — a sobering reminder of the ongoing dangers of reckless and high-speed driving.

Friends and family have expressed heartbreak over the loss of Isai Martinez, remembering him as a kind, energetic young man with his whole life ahead of him. The community continues to mourn as police urge drivers to slow down and drive safely to prevent further tragedy.

Man Killed in Wrong-Way Crash on I-69 North of Bloomington Identified as Johnathon Clark

A tragic head-on collision early Saturday morning claimed the life of a 33-year-old Nashville man, identified as Johnathon Clark, after he drove the wrong way on Interstate 69 north of Bloomington.

According to the Indiana State Police, the crash occurred around 6 a.m. when Clark, driving a Jeep southbound in the northbound lanes, collided head-on with a GMC Sierra pickup operated by a 29-year-old Bloomington man. The violent impact caused both vehicles to come to rest in the median, with Clark’s Jeep overturning and catching fire.

Emergency responders arrived quickly, but Clark was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of his injuries. The pickup driver sustained serious injuries and was transported to IU Health Bloomington Hospital for treatment. His current condition has not been released.

Authorities shut down the northbound lanes of I-69 between East Sample Road and the State Road 45/46 interchange for approximately three hours while troopers investigated and crews cleared the wreckage.

Investigators are still working to determine why Clark was traveling in the wrong direction and whether impairment or other factors played a role. The Indiana State Police Crash Reconstruction Team continues to examine evidence from the scene.

This marks yet another tragic reminder of the dangers of wrong-way driving on Indiana highways, as friends and family mourn the loss of Johnathon Clark.

Community Rallies in Prayer for Deacon Medders Amid Health Battle

Across social media, friends, family, and church members are lifting Deacon Medders in prayer as he faces a difficult health battle. Posts filled with love, encouragement, and faith have flooded Facebook, uniting people from near and far in a shared plea for healing and strength.

While some initial confusion surrounded the situation, those close to the family clarified that Deacon is alive but struggling with a possible ALS diagnosis. At the same time, one of his close friends recently passed away, leading to an emotional few days for Deacon and those around him.

Messages of support continue to pour in. “Knee mail sent,” one commenter wrote, while another shared, “Prayers lifted in Oklahoma for treatment to be successful and complete healing.” Many expressed admiration for Deacon’s faith and resilience, with heartfelt notes of encouragement for his wife, Kylee Stapp Medders, and their family.

A touching prayer shared by Colin Beharry read, in part:

“Heavenly Father, we lift up Your servant, Deacon Medders, into Your loving and faithful hands… Restore his strength where it has faded and bring peace to his heart and mind.”

As Deacon and his loved ones await clearer answers from doctors, their community continues to stand with them — united in faith, hope, and prayer for a full recovery.

66-year-old Woman , Critically Injured After Being Hit by Alleged Drunk Driver on Long Island

A 66-year-old woman was left critically injured after being struck by a pickup truck in East Rockaway on Friday evening, October 24, according to the Nassau County Police Department.

The crash occurred around 5:59 p.m. at the intersection of Atlantic Avenue and Denton Avenue, police said. The woman suffered severe trauma after being hit by a 2024 Chevrolet pickup truck.

She was rushed to a local hospital, where she remains in critical condition.

Authorities identified the driver as Adrian Raghunanan, 26, of Queens, who was found to be driving while intoxicated at the time of the crash.

Raghunanan was arrested and charged with Felony Vehicular Assault and Driving While Intoxicated. His arraignment was scheduled for Saturday, October 25, at First District Court in Hempstead.

The incident remains under active investigation by Nassau County detectives.

E-Bike Rider Killed by Suspected Drunk Driver in Long Island Crash

A 28-year-old man was killed early Saturday morning, October 25, when a suspected drunk driver struck his e-bike in Melville, according to Suffolk County Police.

Authorities identified the victim as Joseph Melendez, of Wyandanch, who was riding a Fly Wing gas scooter northbound on Bagatelle Road around 1:06 a.m. when a 2018 Subaru Forester made a left turn onto Eastbound Express Drive South and collided with him.

Police said the driver, Jennifer Kirkpatrick, 24, of Melville, was found to be driving while intoxicated and was arrested at the scene. Melendez was transported to Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip, where he was pronounced dead.

Kirkpatrick sustained minor injuries and was treated at Huntington Hospital before being charged with Driving While Intoxicated. She was held overnight and scheduled for arraignment in First District Court in Central Islip.

Both vehicles have been impounded as part of the ongoing investigation. The Major Case Unit is asking anyone with information about the crash to call 631-852-6553.

Details about Melendez’s life have not yet been released as family and friends mourn his tragic death.

Woman Critically Injured in Garfield & State Shooting Identified as ‘Boogie Boogie’

 A 43-year-old woman identified by friends and family as “Boogie Boogie” is in critical condition after being shot multiple times near Garfield and State. Authorities confirmed she sustained gunshot wounds to the head, shoulder, and buttocks during the attack.

Emergency responders arrived on the scene shortly after reports of gunfire and transported the victim to a nearby hospital, where she remains under intensive medical care.

Social media has since flooded with emotional posts and prayers from loved ones. Kevin McGowan shared on Facebook, “PLEASE GOD PRAY FOR MY FAMILY… YOU GOT THIS Boogie Boogie.” Others, including Markita Reed and Taira M. Moore, posted messages of support, urging strength and recovery for their friend.

As of now, no arrests have been announced, and investigators are still gathering information about what led to the shooting.

Police are urging anyone with details about the incident to come forward as they continue to search for the suspect and piece together the events leading up to the attack.

Two Dead, 13 Injured in Robeson County Mass Shooting; Victims Identified as Jessie Locklear and His Son.

A late-night party in eastern North Carolina ended in tragedy early Sunday morning when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and 13 others injured, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff Burnis Wilkins said deputies responded to reports of a mass shooting around 3:00 a.m. on Dixon Drive, just outside Maxton, where more than 150 people had gathered for a large outdoor party.

When deputies arrived, chaos had already unfolded—witnesses said dozens of attendees fled the area before law enforcement could secure the scene. Investigators later identified the two deceased victims as Jessie Locklear and his son.

Several other individuals sustained critical injuries and were transported to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment.

Sheriff Wilkins said early evidence indicates the shooting was an isolated incident, with no ongoing threat to the public.

“The investigation is moving quickly,” Wilkins said. “We know there were many people present when this occurred. If you saw something or know something, we need you to come forward to help bring justice to the victims and their families.”

The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, with support from multiple law enforcement agencies, continues to process the scene and interview witnesses as detectives work to determine the motive and identify all individuals involved.

Anyone with information about the shooting or who attended the gathering is urged to contact Robeson County Sheriff’s Investigators at 910-671-3100.

The investigation remains active as the community mourns the loss of Jessie Locklear and his son, whose lives were cut short in the senseless act of violence.

Deadly Crash Closes Rostraver Road in Westmoreland County

Authorities are investigating a fatal accident that occurred early Saturday morning along Rostraver Road in Westmoreland County.

The Westmoreland County Coroner’s Office was called to the scene shortly after 6:30 a.m., near the McDonald’s on Rostraver Road. Police said the roadway has been closed between Finley Road and Pricedale Road as emergency crews continue their investigation.

Officials have not yet confirmed how many vehicles or individuals were involved in the crash, but the incident prompted a significant response from first responders.

Rostraver police are urging drivers to avoid the area and seek alternate routes while the investigation continues.

Additional details, including the cause of the crash and the identity of the victim or victims, have not yet been released.