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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Man accused in North Carolina vacation town road rage shooting that left dad of 3 dead seeks release
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A man accused of killing a father of three in a 2024 road-rage shooting in Lake Norman, North Carolina – a popular vacation town north of Charlotte – is seeking a reduced bond, according to court documents and local news. Terrell Eugene Giddens, 75, is accused of fatally shooting Jeffrey Michael Guida, 40, on Oct. 12, 2024, just before 5 p.m., while Guida was driving with his three daughters, ages 2, 11 and 13, in the back of a Jeep Wagoneer, according to the Catawba County Sheriff's Office. Eyewitnesses told authorities at the time that they saw both men exit their vehicles, and then the suspect allegedly shot the victim. Eyewitnesses also reported seeing the shooter fire "multiple rounds into the victim's vehicle," where the three girls were sitting. They were not injured in the deadly attack, according to the sheriff's office. Giddens allegedly drove home after the shooting, put his clothing in a trash bag and changed into new clothing, according to the Charlotte Observer. He took his kayak to the Lake Norman shore, paddled to the 17B marker and disposed of the trash bag and the rifle he allegedly used to shoot Guida. Six Illegal Migrants Charged In South Carolina Mother's Murder Defy 'Decency' In 'Civilized Society': Sheriff Now, Giddens' attorney, Robert Campbell, says Giddens "is presumed innocent" and "has significant ties to the community," in a new motion for bond modification filed in Catawba County, according to the Observer. Read On The Fox News App Giddens lived less than half a mile from the crime scene. California Judge Convicted Of Second-degree Murder For Fatally Shooting His Wife The filing states that Giddens worked for General Motors before retiring after 36 years. He was drafted into the Army in 1969 and "served active duty tours in Vietnam and Germany as a tank commander until his honorable discharge in 1971," the motion reviewed by the Observer states. Meanwhile, Guida's family is asking for support from the community to stop Giddens from being released. "The man who murdered Jeff while my children watched and then turned the AR 15 on them is AGAIN asking for bond and to be released," Jeff's wife, Karen Guida, said in a May 9 post on the family's GoFundMe page titled "Support Karen and Daughters After Tragedy." Florida Man Accused Of Killing Girlfriend, Staging Murder Scene While Their Children Slept: Police "He has already given a confession, and there were multiple witnesses," she said. "We again humbly ask for your support and if you can please come help us fill the courtroom again." Guida was originally from Lewiston, Maine. His family remembered him as a "devoted husband" and "loving father," in his obituary. "Jeff loved playing with his children, hiking, cooking, motorcycles, traveling, weightlifting, and gaming," his obituary states. Giddens is charged with first-degree murder and three counts of attempted murder. He is currently being held without bond. Fox News Digital has reached out to Campbell for article source: Man accused in North Carolina vacation town road rage shooting that left dad of 3 dead seeks release
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Berks' Best 2025 communications winner: Sydney Guida has a passion for storytelling
Sydney Guida is a storyteller. That is abundantly clear when she is covering a community event for the latest edition of Fleetwood High School's Tiger TV newscast. And it is evident when she is writing about the athletic achievements of her fellow students for the Fleetwood Illustrated blog. And it is clear when she is reporting on school happenings for the Tiger Times. 'I think what I love about communication is the storytelling aspect of it,' she said. 'There are obviously a lot of different kinds of communication but, ultimately, at the core it's a form of sharing experiences with others.' Her passion for the craft and her skill at it has earned her recognition as the Berks' Best 2025 winner in communications. 'I have a genuine love for storytelling so receiving this award means so much to me,' the 18-year-old said. 'It was in the middle of a college tour when I got the email letting me know I got it and started freaking out in front of everyone.' Guida, who earned the title of valedictorian of her graduating class, said her love for storytelling began as a way to cope with the sudden death of her mother from a heart attack when she was just 9. She said writing became an outlet for dealing with all the changes that took place following the tragic incident. 'I have always valued memory,' she said. 'It made me sad to realize that so many important things in my life can easily be forgotten so I started journaling shortly after she passed away because it became a tangible way to keep those memories alive. 'Media, in a way, has been the way I hold onto things that I would have otherwise forgotten.' Guida said she was shy about sharing her talent with others at first. But that changed during her sophomore year when she enrolled in a TV media course and realized she liked the way it felt to be in the spotlight. And the instructor of that course, Sean Gaston, said he believes she has what it takes to go far in the industry. As the communications teacher at Fleetwood High School, Gaston said he has had the pleasure of teaching Guida these past two years. And, he said, she has proved to be a fast learner with the ability to think on her feet and figure things out on her own. 'I have no doubt that Sydney will succeed in this field because she is very driven, determined, willing to learn new things and is able to work well with others,' Gaston wrote in a glowing recommendation letter. As for the future, Guida will be attending the University of Pittsburgh in the fall to study communications. She said her dream is to be a journalist covering the entertainment industry while also continuing to write creative works of her own. 'There are a lot of things to cover in the entertainment realm,' she said. 'I really love films so I think getting to speak with directors and actors would be such a fun way to combine those two passions of mine.' Related Articles * May 16, 2025\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009Berks' Best 2025 mathematics winner: Jasper Platt intrigued by the theoretical side of math\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009 * May 16, 2025\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009Berks' Best 2025 Taylor Seitzinger Community Service and Leadership winner: Garrett Hyneman has dedicated his life to helping others\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009 * May 16, 2025\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009Berks' Best 2025 career and technical education winner: Devra Longacre headed toward bright future\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009 * May 16, 2025\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009Berks' Best 2025 overview: 418 students nominated for 11 awards\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009\u0009
Yahoo
28-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Brutal discovery at Aussie beach prompts $5,200 fine warning: 'Foolish behaviour'
Australians are being urged to adopt responsible fishing practices and avoid leaving large amounts of animal remains near the water's edge following the discovery of a "chopped-up shark" on the sand at a popular east coast beach. Posting to social media on Tuesday, a Queensland woman questioned the presence of the shark remains at a beach in Townsville in the state's northeast — prime croc country. Vision shows a large-looking shark torso, headless and without a tail. Speaking to Yahoo News Australia, Dr Leonardo Guida, shark campaign manager at the Australian Marine Conservation Society, said though the animal in question was butchered to the point it was unidentifiable, killing big sharks in the state is strictly forbidden. "It's illegal in Queensland waters for a recreational fisher to retain a shark over 1.5 metres," he explained, adding the law is in place to protect mature and breeding individuals. Size limits exist because larger sharks are usually apex predators, crucial for controlling prey populations and ensuring a healthy marine environment. Bigger sharks are often older and more mature, contributing significantly to reproduction. Protecting them helps sustain populations. Conversationists say that ensuring only smaller, younger sharks are taken allows populations to replenish and prevents overfishing. But, that's not the only issue with this scenario. In Queensland, leaving fish remains on beaches is strongly discouraged due to environmental and safety concerns. Improper disposal of fish scraps can attract predators such as crocodiles, especially in northern regions, posing significant risks to public safety. In response to such dangers, Queensland has enacted laws imposing substantial fines on individuals who discard fish scraps in areas inhabited by saltwater crocodiles. Leaving scraps or animal remains in areas inhabited by saltwater crocodiles can result in an on-the-spot fine of $483. More severe penalties may apply if the action is deemed to intentionally feed or attract crocodiles, with fines reaching up to $5,222. While Townsville isn't as densely populated with crocodiles as some areas further north, such as Cairns or Cape York, it is firmly within crocodile territory, and locals are accustomed to living with the predators. Responding to the woman's post online, a number of locals said they thought the Townsville killing was "a crime". And while it may be, depending on the kind — some sharks species are protected, and killing them is unlawful — and the size, it appears in this case it might have just been a poor idea, Guida said. "Irresponsibly disposing of an animal's body can result in potentially dangerous situations because of a carcasses attracting predators. Any large whole carcasses or remains should be reported to the appropriate authorities for further instruction," he told Yahoo. "Personally, I wouldn't target sharks for a feed as there's far more environmentally sustainable choices on offer, that are a great fishing experience. "Secondly when you do fish, you should only take what you need. The GoodFish [website] is a great resource to understand what sustainable seafood choices there are." Last year, authorities issued a desperate warning against what they described as "foolish behaviour" near the water's edge in croc country. Officers with the Queensland Department of Environment, Science, Tourism and Innovation (DETSI) said they'd received multiple, separate reports of crocodiles "hanging around" boat ramps waiting to be fed, after learning to expect discarded remains at popular fishing spots. Fishermen's 'foolish' act at boat ramp in croc country Sinister discovery in Aussie waterway sparks $36,000 fine Rare crocodile moment captured in confronting drone footage DETSI director Lindsay Delzoppo urged fishers to take their scraps with them. "Many fishers clean their catch at boat ramps and throw the heads and frames away at the water's edge, thinking they are doing the right thing by 'recycling', but this should never be done in croc country," he said. "This foolish behaviour... needs to stop. People should dispose of fish frames and unwanted bait away from the water, because crocodiles have an amazing sense of smell and will be attracted to come along for a feed." Love Australia's weird and wonderful environment? 🐊🦘😳 Get our new newsletter showcasing the week's best stories.
USA Today
26-01-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Clay Guida confirms UFC exit (but not retirement) after 19 years with promotion
After nearly two decades, 'The Carpenter' has split from the UFC. Clay Guida's name was recently removed from the promotion's online roster (per @UFCRosterTracker) and Saturday he confirmed the parting of ways to be true in a lengthy, heartfelt Instagram post. Guida (38-25 MMA, 18-19 UFC) was the longest-tenured fighter on the promotion's active roster. It's unclear if he was released or did not renew at the conclusion of a contract. 'There is nothing I enjoy more than stepping into the octagon and fighting for our fans,' Guida wrote. 'I am truly grateful to Dana White and his outstanding staff for giving a kid with average skills but above-average work ethic the opportunity to fulfill his dreams as a wrestler and mixed martial artist.' Guida, 43, said he's competed in sports for 38 years – including 19 years in the UFC. He thanked everyone from friends to family to training partners and coaches for helping him along a journey that's been rare in longevity. From his promotional debut, a win over Justin James on Oct. 14, 2006 at UFC 64, through his submission loss to Chase Hooper in December at UFC 310, Guida competed a total of 37 times under the UFC banner. He faced a who's who of top-tier lightweight and featherweight talent including Nate Diaz, Benson Henderson, Kenny Florian, Brian Ortega, and Chad Mendes. His 'The Ultimate Fighter Finale 9' bout vs. Diego Sanchez landed in the UFC Hall of Fame fight wing, inducted in 2019. Guida will likely be remembered not only for his longevity, but for his seemingly endless cardio tank, signature hair, and unorthodox pre-fight ritual with brother Jason Guida. But the story might not be over yet. Guida indicated while he's parted ways with the promotion, the move does not mean he's retired. 'This is not my retirement,' Guida wrote. 'This is simply a thank-you for now and a passing of my UFC torch to the next generation of warriors and wrestlers. We were built to last. I've said it before, and I'll say it again: The best is yet to come! Straight to the top, because wrestling is life! Now let's go fishing!'
