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Hundreds of street racers arrested by Nashville police

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www.youtube.com – WKRN News 2 – 2024-09-19 22:13:59

SUMMARY: Street takeovers and high-speed racing are increasingly frequent in Nashville, prompting the Metro Police Department to launch a Street Racer Enforcement Initiative in 2020. Since early 2023, there have been 47 arrests related to these dangerous activities, which can lead to severe injuries and property damage. In the past year, four fatalities were reported due to street racing incidents. To combat this issue, Tennessee has enacted a new bill targeting street racing, inspired by the tragic death of 34-year-old Jack Barnhart. Police encourage public reporting of street racing to enhance enforcement measures and improve safety.

The department’s Street Racer Initiative has targeted illegal street takeovers.

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Rutherford County deputies donate share of ‘Secret Santa’ fund to family of fallen West TN sergeant

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www.wkrn.com – Colleen Guerry – 2024-12-22 19:47:00

SUMMARY: After a fatal officer-involved shooting on Dec. 14 in West Tennessee, Rutherford County authorities donated money to support the family of Sgt. Rick Finley, who was killed while responding to a suspect. Finley was attacked by 39-year-old Daniel Holmes, who fired fatal shots before being shot by another officer. Finley, survived by his wife and four children, received the donation through the “Secret Santa” fund, a charitable initiative supporting law enforcement families. The donation was coordinated by deputies, including Sgt. Robert Horne and Sgt. John Wauchek, and accepted by Lt. Ted Roberts on behalf of Finley’s family.

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Tennessee among 5 states with most deaths from house fires

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www.wkrn.com – Colleen Guerry – 2024-12-22 09:00:00

SUMMARY: During the holidays, there is a 50% increased risk of house fires, often due to overloaded sockets, unattended candles, and cooking mishaps. An analysis by Anidjar & Levine highlighted that Alaska has the highest fire death rate, followed by North Dakota and Wyoming. Factors include harsh climates and outdated infrastructure. Tennessee ranks fourth, with cooking fires prevalent during family gatherings. The holiday season, while festive, poses significant fire hazards; thus, safety measures such as checking smoke alarms and cautious decorating are crucial. The U.S. Fire Administration emphasizes avoiding candle risks and ensuring safe distances for decorations and heating sources.

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Couple attacked, carjacked after pulling over for medical emergency, MPD says

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www.youtube.com – FOX13 Memphis – 2024-12-21 13:21:51

SUMMARY: A couple experiencing a medical emergency was targeted by a man who robbed them while they sought help. The incident occurred near a church where the pastor, believing in the spirit of the Good Samaritan, checked on the couple and called 911 before returning to his church. Surveillance footage shows the suspect, dressed in red, pretending to assist while actually stealing their truck. The victims attempted to stop him but were pushed to the ground in the process. An update on one victim, who is in ICU, will be provided, along with the pastor’s perspective on the disturbing event.

A bad Samaritan is wanted by Memphis Police after he offered to help a couple in need but instead drive off in their truck.

Now, one of the victims is fighting for her life.

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