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NY Cab Driver Nearly Killed In Early-Morning Customer’s Knife Attack, Robbery: Authorities
A New York man called for a cab, then tried to kill the driver and stole the vehicle, authorities said.
Jonathan Tejada, 32, of Scotia, was indicted Wednesday, Aug. 26 on first-degree attempted murder and other charges for the attack on the cabbie at a Motel 6 at 2700 Curry Road in Colonie on Wednesday, Aug. 19, the Albany County District Attorney’s office said.
Tejada requested the taxi around 4 a.m., then got into the backseat like normal when it arrived, investigators said. However, he then attacked the driver with a folding knife, slashing him and stabbing him in the chest, according to…
Murder-Suicide Dashed NY Nurse’s Big Dreams After She ‘Dedicated Her Life’ To Others: Family
The New York woman killed by her husband in a murder-suicide last week was a dedicated nurse who aspired to open her own practice.
Gabrielle “Gabby” Forman, 30, was “a deeply loved daughter, sister, family member, godmother, and friend whose presence touched countless lives,” Dr. Angelia Major wrote in a GoFundMe for Forman’s family.
“Gabby dedicated her life to caring for others,” Major wrote. “Her loss has left an immeasurable space in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved her.”
Jadet Forman, Gabby’s 37-year-old husband, shot and killed her on Tuesday, Aug. 18 at their apartment in C…
Tim Curry Dies: ‘Rocky Horror,’ ‘Clue’ Star Built Unforgettable Career
A performer whose unmistakable voice, wicked humor, and larger-than-life characters spanned stage, screen, and animation has died.
British actor and singer Tim Curry died late Tuesday, Aug. 25, at his Los Angeles home, TMZ first reported. He was 80. Police were called to the home late Tuesday, and no foul play was suspected, according to TMZ, which first reported the news.
No official cause of death had been announced as of Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Curry became a cultural icon as Dr. Frank-N-Furter in the 1975 cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” after originating the role onstage.
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Abused Dog Found With Open Wounds, Fly Infestation In New York: Authorities
A Long Island man was arrested after his dog was found infested with flies and suffering from open wounds, authorities said.
Cecilio Matthews, 50, of Bellport, was charged with several counts of animal cruelty under state and county laws, the Suffolk County SPCA said Wednesday, Aug. 26.
Investigators determined earlier in the month that Matthews had failed to care for his 10-year-old mutt, Seven, leaving the dog neglected in a yard, according to the SPCA.
Seven was found underweight, infested with flies, and with open wounds to his ears and neck, the SPCA said. He was taken to a local anim…
