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Yahoo
an hour ago
- Yahoo
Mystery grows as four people are found dead hours after infant was abandoned on a stranger's lawn
The police investigation into a young child who was abandoned on a stranger's front lawn has grown more mysterious, after Tennessee police reported that four people had been found dead just hours later. Dyer County Sheriff's Office did not say explicitly how the two cases were linked, but did provide information about the deaths in an update to a post concerning the child. According to the department, officers responded Monday afternoon that a dark-colored minivan was reported to have dropped off an infant in a car seat at a random individual's front yard. Medical officers were called to evaluate the child, who is now safe, the sheriff's office said. In an update several hours later the sheriff's office said that the child had been identified and that investigators were looking to speak with Cortney Rose, Matthew Wilson, and Adrianna Williams. On Wednesday, local outlets reported that Rose, Wilson and Williams were among the deceased as well as a unnamed juvenile. The Independent contacted the sheriff's office on Wednesday but not further updates were yet available. On Tuesday, Dyer County Sheriff announced its investigators were actively working alongside the Lake County Sheriff's Office at a crime scene in Lake County, where four individuals had been found deceased. The identities of the victims were not released pending notification of next of kin, the department said. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have been requested to respond to assist with this incident. In a statement, Dyer County Sheriff Jeff Box said: "This is a deeply saddening day for our community. We are committed to uncovering the truth and ensuring justice is served." Box thanked Lake County Sheriff Bryan Avery and his officers for their swift assistance and collaboration. 'The Dyer County Sheriff's Office remains dedicated to resolving both the abandoned infant case and the ongoing investigation at the crime scene,' a statement read. 'We will continue to update the public as more information becomes available. Please remember everyone in your prayers.' Solve the daily Crossword
The Independent
an hour ago
- The Independent
Mystery grows as four people are found dead hours after infant was abandoned on a stranger's lawn
The police investigation into a young child who was abandoned on a stranger's front lawn has grown more mysterious, after Tennessee police reported that four people had been found dead just hours later. Dyer County Sheriff's Office did not say explicitly how the two cases were linked, but did provide information about the deaths in an update to a post concerning the child. According to the department, officers responded Monday afternoon that a dark-colored minivan was reported to have dropped off an infant in a car seat at a random individual's front yard. Medical officers were called to evaluate the child, who is now safe, the sheriff's office said. In an update several hours later the sheriff's office said that the child had been identified and that investigators were looking to speak with Cortney Rose, Matthew Wilson, and Adrianna Williams. On Tuesday, Dyer County Sheriff announced its investigators were actively working alongside the Lake County Sheriff's Office at a crime scene in Lake County, where four individuals had been found deceased. The identities of the victims were not released pending notification of next of kin, the department said. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) have been requested to respond to assist with this incident. In a statement, Dyer County Sheriff Jeff Box said: "This is a deeply saddening day for our community. We are committed to uncovering the truth and ensuring justice is served." Box thanked Lake County Sheriff Bryan Avery and his officers for their swift assistance and collaboration. 'The Dyer County Sheriff's Office remains dedicated to resolving both the abandoned infant case and the ongoing investigation at the crime scene,' a statement read.
CBS News
3 hours ago
- CBS News
Gary, Indiana home at center of large police and SWAT response; coroner also on scene
There is a large police presence, including SWAT officers, outside a home in Gary, Indiana. The law enforcement response is concentrated in a neighborhood on Adams near 7th Avenue. There is a large SWAT vehicle in front of a home there, with officers carrying long guns. The Lake County (Indiana) Coroner's Office is also on the scene. CBS News Chicago has reached out to police for information about what drew such a large law enforcement response and if anyone may have been hurt or killed. We are still waiting to hear back. No further details were immediately available. Residents are advised to avoid the area. This is a breaking news story. Check back with CBS News Chicago for updates.
CBS News
3 days ago
- CBS News
Motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run crash in Beach Park, police say
A motorcyclist is dead after a hit-and-run crash Sunday morning in Beach Park. The Lake County Sheriff's Office said just before 6 a.m., deputies responded to the intersection of Green Bay Road and Sallmon Avenue for a report of a downed motorcycle and rider in the roadway. The rider, a 19-year-old man, was pronounced dead at the scene. His identity was not released. Deputies said the Kawasaki sports bike he was riding had damage consistent with being hit by another vehicle that fled from the scene. An autopsy for the rider is being scheduled. The Lake County Sheriff's Technical Crash Investigations Team is conducting a criminal investigation into the hit-and-run. No further information was available.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Chicago weather: Flood Watch still in effect for much of the area, more showers coming
CHICAGO - As of this writing, there is very little rainfall of any kind in Chicagoland. During the day, because of the tropical air mass in place, showers and thunderstorms can form at just about any time. Fox 32 Meteorologist Mike Caplan has the forecast. What to Expect A Flood Watch is in effect through the evening for most of the viewing area. The watch for Lake and McHenry counties was canceled by the National Weather Service. If all one does is look at that map, it makes it appear as though the entire area will be flooded. That is far from the case. Instead, only small portions of Chicagoland might get excessive rainfall at some point today. There will be many more areas that do not receive very much rainfall. The risk of severe thunderstorms with damaging winds exists, especially during the afternoon hours. But once again, those will likely be limited in coverage. Highs today will be held down because of cloud cover and occasional rain. Most will stay in the low 80s like yesterday. What's next Intense heat builds back into the area for three days starting tomorrow. Highs should reach the low 90s on Sunday, mid to upper 90s on Monday, and low 90s on Tuesday. While a spotty shower or thunderstorm cannot be completely ruled out during the heat wave, it is more likely it will remain dry for the majority of our viewing area. A higher chance of showers and thunderstorms arrives Tuesday night and Wednesday with a front that will knock temperatures and humidity levels down noticeably starting Wednesday and continuing through the end of the work week.
