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Miami Herald
6 days ago
- General
- Miami Herald
Dog left in crate during blazing Nevada heat dies, officials say. Owner charged
A dog owner has been charged after being accused of leaving her pet in a kennel during high temperatures, eventually killing the pup, Nevada officials said. Olivia Underwood, 30, was accused of leaving her 3-year-old French bulldog named Jazzy in her kennel while she was at work, police told KLAS. Underwood put the crate outside on May 30, approximately 20 hours before Jazzy's death, the report obtained by KLAS said. Underwood said she put Jazzy in her kennel outside and then went to work a 12-hour shift at the University Medical Center, police told the Las Vegas Review-Journal. She arrived home from her shift and 'went inside and went to sleep' but failed to check on the pup, officers told KVVU. Although Underwood didn't check on Jazzy, she 'had enough time to get off work, order an Uber for her grandmother, eventually change into sleeping clothes and fall asleep,' according to the arrest affidavit obtained by KTNV. Temperatures reached 107 degrees in Las Vegas on May 31, according to The Weather Channel. Eventually, neighbors intervened and went through the unlocked back gate as they noticed Jazzy 'appeared to be dying,' officers told KVVU. The neighbors poured water over Jazzy's body three times before realizing she was 'no longer breathing and became stiff,' according to KVVU. Underwood went outside and began cursing at neighbors and when police arrived, she told them Jazzy's kennel was normally inside but because she 'made a mess in the crate,' it was put outside to be cleaned, officers told KTNV. Underwood was arrested and charged with willful/malicious/torture/maim/kill dog, according to a June 1 news release by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Yahoo
Cause of Death Revealed for Nevada Veterinarian Found Dead After Video of Him Allegedly Kicking Horse Went Viral: Reports
The body of Dr. Shawn Frehner, 56, who was allegedly seen kicking a horse in a video that went viral on social media, was found near the Boulder Islands at Lake Mead near Las Vegas last month His cause of death has now been revealed as drowning, with the euthanasia drug Pentobarbital being cited as a contributing factor, per KTNV Frehner's manner of death was listed as suicide, the outlet statedThe cause of death for a Nevada veterinarian, who was allegedly seen kicking a horse in a video that went viral on social media, has been revealed. Authorities discovered the body of Dr. Shawn Frehner, 56, on April 18, near the Boulder Islands at Lake Mead, near Las Vegas, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, KSNV, and KTNV, who cited a statement from the National Park Service. It's now been confirmed that Frehner's cause of death was drowning, with the drug Pentobarbital noted as a contributing factor, per KTNV, citing the Office of the Clark County Coroner and Medical Examiner. According to the National Library of Medicine, "Pentobarbital sodium is a common animal euthanasia drug in the United States and Canada, as well as in other countries with access to it." Frehner's manner of death was listed as suicide, outlets including KTNV, KLAS, and Fox 5 Las Vegas reported. His identity was confirmed on April 19 through dental records, per KLAS. The Office of the Clark County Coroner and Medical Examiner didn't immediately respond when contacted by PEOPLE for additional information. Frehner was reported missing nearly two weeks before he was found dead, PEOPLE previously reported. The National Park Service had been leading an expansive search for him, per a Lake Mead National Recreation Area missing persons poster shared on Instagram. His wallet, keys, and cell phone had been found in his unoccupied truck left near Lake Mead, KTNV previously stated. Frehner's disappearance came just days after he was seen allegedly kicking a horse in a viral video that spread across social media. On April 3, he was called to administer anesthetic shots for horses at a property located about 60 miles west of Las Vegas, Shawna Gonzalez, the property owner, told KLAS' 8 News Now. 'I heard [my mother] yell, 'Oh my God. He just kicked him,' ' Gonzalez said, per the outlet. 'Oh my God, Mom, he's choking,' she added. 'He wrapped the horse around his neck three times, and he kicked him in the head.' Gonzalez said the horse was treated for abrasions to the skull and other injuries, per the outlet. She then pushed for animal cruelty charges, which led the Nye County Sheriff's Office to open a criminal investigation against Frehner. Want to keep up with the latest crime coverage? Sign up for for breaking crime news, ongoing trial coverage and details of intriguing unsolved cases. Frehner responded to the allegations on social media, insisting, 'I did not blatantly haul off and kick this horse as it appears in the video. That was not my intention at all,' per the Las Vegas-Review Journal. 'It was done simply to get the horse in a better position so that he could breathe and get up and move so I could again try to anesthetize,' he added, according to the outlet. Gonzalez said in a text to the outlet that she was sorry to hear about Frehner's death. 'I had no idea this would happen,' Gonzalez wrote. 'But I was not the one bullying. I am not sorry for standing up for my horse. I am their voice and will continue to be.' The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the Nye County Sheriff's Office didn't immediately respond when contacted by PEOPLE for comment. If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, text "STRENGTH" to the Crisis Text Line at 741741 or go to Read the original article on People
New York Post
15-05-2025
- New York Post
Cause of death revealed for Vegas veterinarian Shawn Frehner who went missing after being caught on camera kicking horse in face
The Las Vegas veterinarian who was found dead in a lake last month after he disappeared when video of him brutally kicking a horse in the face died from suicide. Dr. Shawn Frehner injected himself with the euthanasia drug Pentobarbital and died from drowning in Lake Mead, a reservoir spanning from Nevada to Arizona, according to KTNV, which cited the Clark County Coroner and Medical Examiner on Wednesday. His body was identified using dental records, the coroner's office revealed. Advertisement 3 Dr. Shawn Frehner's death was ruled a suicide, according to the Clark County Coroner and Medical Examiner. Facebook Frehner, 56, had disappeared on April 6 after he was caught on video physically abusing a horse he was supposed to be treating. He later apologized on Facebook after the video went viral, and defended his actions before vanishing. Advertisement 'I did not blatantly haul off and kick this horse as it appears in the video,' Frehner wrote, according to News8Now. 'That was not my intention at all. It was done simply to get the horse in a better position so that he could breathe and get up and move so I could again try to anesthetize. But yes, I did kick him right in the chin, and I very much do apologize and wish this never happened.' The wounded horse received treatment for abrasions to the skull. 3 Frehner, 56, had disappeared on April 6 after he was caught on video physically abusing a horse he was supposed to be treating. FOX5 Advertisement At the time of disappearance, the longtime veterinarian was set to face felony charges for animal abuse. Frehner's father told investigators he was worried for his son's safety when he disappeared because of the backlash he had received from the viral video, KTNV reported. The owner of the horse, Shawna Gonzalez, called his disappearance 'horrible' and was hoping he'd be found safe. 'It's horrible, I never, ever wished this upon him, I never wished this upon anybody,' Gonzalez told 8NewsNow during the search. 'This is not what I wanted in the end at all.' Advertisement 3 Authorities searching for Frehner at Lake Mead. Fox 5 After nearly two weeks of being missing, authorities began combing Hemenway Harbor at Lake Mead after finding his truck abandoned with his wallet, keys and phone inside near the water's edge. His father told investigators he didn't know why his son would go to Lake Mead since he didn't have a boat. The National Park Service — the lead agency in the search — pulled Frehner's body from the water near Boulder Islands on April 18. It remains to be seen when Frehner took his own life. If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or are experiencing a mental health crisis and live in New York City, you can call 1-888-NYC-WELL for free and confidential crisis counseling. If you live outside the five boroughs, you can dial the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention hotline at 988 or go to
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Nevada residents facing a $1.3M HOA bill to fix a failing water system — what happens if they can't afford it?
A homeowner can expect to pay expenses to maintain their home and the occasional surprise repair bill. Sure, you can expect that your roof and even landscaping is your responsibility. But what about your community water system? On top of that, you're being asked to shell out $16,000? That's the exact situation homeowners in a Henderson, Nevada, residential community are being asked to do. I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how Renaissance Townhomes residents told ABC's KTNV that they received a letter from their homeowners association (HOA) detailing the total cost to replace the community's water system. Despite attempts to fix it in the past, it was merely a Band-Aid solution. Some residents are worried about where they'll get the money for a complete overhaul. A copy of the HOA letter sent was shared with KTNV, it revealed that homeowners had requested the board to get a quote from a plumbing company to replace the 73 lateral waterlines still causing issues. The explanation for the request was from a February HOA meeting, when it was suggested that getting the failing water system replaced all at once could offer the most 'cost-effective' solution. The letter shows that the board was quoted a total $1,367,168.00, or $16,879 charged to each resident of Renaissance Townhomes, via a special assessment. Homeowners would need to pay $4,220 in four installments. Homeowners were being asked to cast their vote on the repairs. If there is a majority, the assessment will go through. The board said that there would be attempts to work with homeowners on arranging their finances before scheduling the repairs. The amount doesn't include monthly $450 HOA fees residents also need to pay. Read more: The US stock market's 'fear gauge' has exploded — but this 1 'shockproof' asset is up 14% and helping American retirees stay calm. Here's how to own it ASAP Some residents say that the failing water system has been ongoing and has had negative effects in the area. Current resident Debbie Grim told KTNV that there was what looked like a sinkhole with water gushing in front of her home soon after she moved in almost eight years ago. 'Well, my happy place isn't quite as happy," she recalled thinking. Another resident, Lance Oslund, said that he's experiencing sinking issues with his property, saying that the water system has created issues below the surface. 'It's sinking down in here, somewhere,' he told KTNV reporters, while standing in his garage. Both say that the money they've paid to the HOA has mostly gone to pay for temporary water system repairs and build up the reserve fund. As a result, the landscaping in the community has been neglected and homes haven't been painted. Nor have other repairs been completed. When asked about how she would pay for the special assessment, Grim said, 'I was looking into a HELOC, which is basically telling me that I'm going to be working until I'm 85.' While the HOA letter received by Renaissance Townhomes residents doesn't list another alternative, it doesn't mean there aren't any. If you're part of a HOA and a special assessment is being put up for a vote, you can vote against it. Another option is to contact your municipal council members to see what they can do. For example, residents in the Somerset Park community in Henderson were able to have the city cover the cost up-front, reported KTNV in September 2024. A letter sent to residents from the city council stated that the special assessment would be charged as a tax lien on their property, with the fee paid over eight quarterly installments. Although residents are still on the hook for charges, the fee was lower than what their HOA was able to negotiate. Ask your homeowners insurance company to see whether your policy would cover any related damages. For example, if your home's foundation suffered damages from a slab leak, insurance may cover the costs for repair. Or, insurance may provide coverage for a burst pipe which resulted in water damage in your home. That is as long as the reason for the damage is covered under your policy. In most cases, damage because of negligent behavior or wear and tear of pipes aren't. Contact your insurance carrier to find out what you may be entitled to. Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? 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Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Tupac Murder Suspect In Some Serious Trouble...But Not For What You Think
Duane 'Keefe D' Davis, the man accused in the fatal shooting of rapper Tupac Shakur, managed to get himself in more trouble while awaiting trial behind bars. The jury verdict is finally in determining whether he'll face prison time for a crime unrelated to the famous shooting. The jury's April 9 verdict stems from a December 2024 incident. Davis was in custody when he got into a brawl with a fellow inmate after a personal visit, per KTNV. Video footage of the scene shows Davis walking with a security guard past the other inmate and pivoting toward him. Davis appeared to then restrain the inmate in a headlock. The two punched each other while dragging themselves to the ground. The security guard appeared to grab something from his pocket, presumably pepper spray, and point it at the two while they fought on the ground. Davis asserted to officers he was standing his ground, per Complex. However, there are little to no details as to why he had beef with the other inmate. Regardless of the reason, a jury found Davis guilty of two counts: battery by a prisoner and issuing challenges to fight. He'll return to court for sentencing on May 27. However, he's still up for trial for the shooting death of the 'California Love' rapper from back in 1996. Prosecutors are holding on to his prior interviews where he confessed to being part of the murder as part of a 'proffer agreement.' Davis is also the last man alive out of the group of men who were allegedly in the vehicle when the shots were fired. However, in an interview with ABC News from behind bars, he maintained his innocence. 'I'm innocent. I ain't kill nobody. Never killed nobody. They don't have no evidence against me. Prove that I orchestrated this. You're key witness orchestrated this. Their top witness is the lead suspect,' he told the outlet. The Shakur murder trial is set to begin in February 2026. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
