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Global News
9 hours ago
- Global News
Minnesota fishermen who found car in river likely solved 1967 cold case
A pair of fishermen who stumbled upon a sunken vehicle on the Mississippi River in Minnesota may have inadvertently helped solve a missing person cold case from the 1960s, authorities say. Brody Loch and James Ham, the fisherman who found the submerged car, told CBS News Minneapolis affiliate WCCO that the sonar device they were using to locate fish over the Aug. 9 weekend pinged something unusual after a lucky catch. 'When (Ham) caught the fish, I turned the transducer around and, 'Boom!' There it was just sitting on the bottom,' Loch said of the '60s-era Buick sedan. 'It was 100 per cent luck,' he continued. 'If my buddy wouldn't have caught that walleye, then we would have just kept on floating down and never would have found it.' Loch first found the vehicle on Aug. 9, but returned the following day with his family to check it was still there before calling the police. Story continues below advertisement By Wednesday, local sheriff's office divers, with the help of a tow truck crew, hauled the vehicle out of the river. The recovery mission took several hours to complete, police said in a press release, adding that human remains were found inside. It wasn't until investigators ran the car's vehicle identification number (VIN) that they were able to determine the car belonged to Roy Benn, a man who was reported missing to the sheriff's office in nearby Benton County in 1967 and has not been seen since. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. Sign up for daily National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy For now, police say, they have sent the remains found in the vehicle to the medical examiner for testing and identification, but based on items found in the car and the VIN, they have every reason to believe they finally located the missing man. Benton county's sheriff, Troy Heck, told CNN that his office had notified Benn's remaining family, who had previously been asked for DNA samples. He cautioned, however, that 'some of the typical techniques that our partners, the medical examiner's office, would use to identify aren't going to be real effective' because of the length of time the body has been underwater. Story continues below advertisement 'We're just grateful that we may likely have finally gotten the break that we needed to bring closure to this family,' Heck told the network. When Benn first disappeared, his mysterious missing-person case made headlines, reports Eyewitness News. He was reportedly carrying a large amount of money when he disappeared and was last seen leaving the King's Supper Club north of Sartell, Minn. View image in full screen A missing person bulletin for Roy Benn from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension. Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension 'Looking back at some of the original case files, there was talk of quarries, there was talk of the Mississippi River,' Sartell Police Chief Brandon Silgjord told the outlet. At the time of his disappearance, Benn was a businessman and owner of the St. Cloud Appliance Repair Service. His wife had died the year before, according to archives from the St. Cloud Daily Times that were reviewed by CNN. Story continues below advertisement He was declared legally dead in 1975, eight years after he went missing.
Scottish Sun
7 days ago
- General
- Scottish Sun
Man, 87, plunges 40ft from cliff in horror fall at Scots beauty spot
Rescue crews had to take action to prevent further injury CLIFF HORROR Man, 87, plunges 40ft from cliff in horror fall at Scots beauty spot Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A PENSIONER suffered horror injuries after falling 40ft at a Scots beauty spot. The man, 87, plunged from a cliff near Rob Roy's Cave - a cavern on the shores of Loch Lomond - yesterday. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 The man had to be airlifted to hospital Credit: Loch Lomond Rescue Boat 4 The pensioner fell 40ft from a cliff at Rob Roy's Cave Credit: Alamy 4 The popular spot sits on the banks of Loch Lomond Credit: Getty He lay injured for three hours before a fishing boat crew heard his cries for help and raised the alarm. The Loch Lomond Rescue Boat was deployed to the scene around 6.50pm. National Park Water Rangers also raced to the man's aid and an ambulance trauma team was called in. The OAP's injuries were so severe he had to be fully immobilised Crews worked to protect his spine and pelvis from being injured more while he was being rescued. He was loaded onto the rescue boat and raced to Inveruglus, where ambulance crews took over. The injured man was loaded onto an air ambulance and flown to hospital. A crew member from the Loch Lomond Rescue Boat said: "As the crew were standing down a radio call came in from Police Scotland to reports of an 87-year-old male who had fallen 40ft from a cliff in the area of Rob Roy's Cave, approximately three hours earlier in the evening. "Fortunately, a passing fishing boat's occupants had heard the males call for help and called the police. "LLRB made way over the Loch and once on location commenced casualty care by providing pain relief and due to the nature of his injuries fully immobilised him to protect his spine and pelvis from further injury. Two hikers seriously injured after plunging from cliff at Scots beauty spot "Additional assistance was requested from Scottish Ambulance trauma team and, after packaging him with assistance from the National Park Water Rangers he was transferred by Rescue Boat to Inveruglus before being handed over to the ambulance crew and Helimed 5 for further treatment." A Police Scotland spokesperson added: "We were made aware of a male walker in difficulty near Inversnaid, Aberfoyle around 5.35pm on Monday, 11 August, 2025. "The man was rescued with the assistance of the Loch Lomond Rescue Boat and taken to hospital by air ambulance."
Daily Mirror
11-08-2025
- General
- Daily Mirror
Man in his 80s survives 40ft fall into lake after fishermen hear his cries
Rescuers rushed to an area near Rob Roy's Cave after receiving a report that an 87-year-old man had fallen 40 feet from a cliff into the waters of Loch Lomond An elderly man was airlifted to hospital after a terrifying 40ft fall from a cliff at Loch Lomond in Scotland. Despite suffering serious injuries, the man was saved after local fishermen heard his cries. A rescue team rushed to the scene near Rob Roy's Cave on Monday following reports of an 87-year-old man's fall three hours earlier. A passing fishing boat heard his desperate cries for help and alerted the police, who then called in the Loch Lomond Rescue Boat (LLRB). The vast lake is a breathtaking destination often named the UK's most beautiful body of water. The lifeboat's volunteers swiftly began casualty care, providing pain relief and fully immobilising the pensioner to protect his spine and pelvis due to the severity of his injuries. The Scottish Ambulance Service trauma team assisted in the operation to save the pensioner after his 40ft fall, with the man being transferred via lifeboat to Inveruglas power station where he was airlifted to hospital for further treatment. Earlier that evening, the LLRB team had also provided assistance to a 19-year-old German female walker on the West Highland Way who had sustained an ankle injury just north of Ivow Island on the east side of Loch Lomond. Once on the scene, LLRB crews assessed the casualty, strapped her ankle, and moved her onto the boat. She was then transferred over to Inveruglas where she was handed over to the Scottish Ambulance Service for further treatment, reports the Daily Record. A spokesperson for LLRB said: "BUSY EVENING FOR LLRB. Loch Lomond Rescue Boat were paged by Police Scotland at 17:05hrs on 11/8/25 to reports of a 19-year-old German female walker on the West Highland Way who had sustained an ankle injury and required medical assistance." The service continued: "LLRB launched and made way to the location just North of Ivow Island on the east side of Loch Lomond. Once on scene, our crew began assessing the casualty and strapping the ankle before moving the casualty onto the boat and transferring over to Inveruglas where the the patient was handed over to Scottish Ambulance Service for further treatment. "Just as the crew were standing down at 18:50 hrs a radio call came in from Police Scotland to reports of an 87 year old male who had fallen 40ft from a cliff in the area of Rob Roy's Cave 3 hrs earlier. "Luckily a passing fishing boat heard the males calls for help and called the police. LLRB made way over the Loch and once on location commenced casualty care, providing pain relief to the injured male and due to the nature of his injuries fully immobilised him Protecting his spine and pelvis. "Crew requested assistance from Scottish ambulance trauma team and after packaging him with assistance from national park transferred him via lifeboat to Inveruglas power station and handed over to the ambulance crew and helimed five for further treatment. Crew stood down and returned to base at 9pm. "Massive thank you to the fisherman that called this one on."
Daily Record
18-07-2025
- Daily Record
'Rare find' cabin near Loch Lomond with private hot tub you can stay in this summer
The accommodation has a spa garden and is a short distance from one of Scotland's best beauty spots. A rural Scottish cabin with its own private hot tub is currently available to stay in this summer. It has been described as a "rare find", with the property usually fully booked. The retreat is situated near the village of Luss on the edge of Loch Lomond, overlooking the Allt a' Chaorach stream. It features one bedroom, sleeping up to two guests. On Airbnb, the cabin can be booked for £159 per night, in addition to cleaning and service fees. The minimum length of stay is two nights. Inside, the living space includes vintage furniture, floor-to-ceiling windows, and reclaimed wooden flooring. The en-suite bedroom features a king-sized bed, a walk-in shower, and a drinks refrigerator. Outside, visitors can enjoy exclusive use of the private hot tub. The patio space also offers far-reaching views out over the surrounding countryside. For those who do not wish to stay in an Airbnb, Luss has a variety of other accommodation options to consider. These include campsites and hotels. The Luss Campsite is situated along the shore of Loch Lomond and offers both touring and camping pitches. Facilities include a family bathroom, barbecue stands, and cable hire. Elsewhere, the Loch Lomond Arms is a four-star hotel that features a bar and restaurant. There are 15 guest rooms to choose from, offering views of Loch Lomond and the surrounding hills. In terms of things to get up to, the Luss Loch Lomond View Point is one of the most picturesque beauty spots in the area. It offers panoramic views out over the legendary loch and the surrounding mountains. Meanwhile, Luss is home to the AmberRose Spa where visitors can enjoy a range of relaxing treatments. These include facials, massages, and various other body treatments. The accommodation has an average score of 4.98 out of five on Airbnb based on 419 reviews, with no rating under four stars. It is also a 'guest favourite' property, and is in the top 10 per cent of eligible listings based on ratings and reliability. One holidaymaker shared: "Alison was an amazing host, and we were so very happy with our stay! Alison was very kind and helpful, bless her. "The breakfast basket was a lovely surprise, just perfect for us to start off the day, and relaxing in the jacuzzi after a stroll was just magical. "Honestly, we couldn't ask for more. If we come back to Luss, we'll definitely stay here again!" Another posted: "We had a wonderful time staying at Alison's Airbnb! From the beginning till the end, Alison was very responsive and gave clear instructions on how to get to the place. "The cabin itself was very cosy with beautiful mountain view from the windows. The hot tub was also very spacious and clean."
Daily Mirror
15-07-2025
- Daily Mirror
One of its kind train ride up mountain to seven mythological kingdoms
The Snaefell Mountain Railway on the Isle of Man is the only electric mountain railway in the British Isles and is steeped in history, culture and pure imagination The only electric mountain railway in the whole of the British Isles is rich in history, culture and sheer wonder. The Snaefell Mountain Railway climbs from Laxey to the peak of Snaefell - the highest mountain on the Isle of Man - standing a staggering 2,036ft above sea level, serving as the enchanting gateway to seven mythical kingdoms. Constructed in 1895, the service typically runs from March to November and takes about 30 minutes for a one-way trip. Travelling along a five-mile track, it uses electricity from overhead wires at approximately 550 volts to operate, remaining faithful to its original Victorian-era infrastructure, ferrying passengers who come from all corners of the globe to catch a glimpse of this world wonder. Upon reaching Snafell, or 'Snow Mountain' as it's often called, visitors will make their way into five wooden electric railcars. Each of them are numbered from one to six, though you'll soon notice that number three is mysteriously absent, reports the Express. It appears it was destroyed in an incident where the car derailed back in 2016. Whatever remained of it has been gathered and is reportedly due to be rebuilt at some stage, so stay tuned. The main station on the line is the interchange with the Manx Electric Railway at Laxey. The only stopping place is Bungalow, the halfway point where the line crosses the A18 Mountain Road, notorious for the perilous and deadly Isle of Man TT race. A stone's throw away, visitors can find the Manx Museum in Douglas, a treasure trove housed in an ex-hospital with exhibits featuring Viking silver, Celtic crosses and the Tynwald - the world's oldest continuous parliamentary body. The museum's creation aimed to revamp the Isle of Man's image following tough times in the mid-19th century. Sir Henry Brougham Loch, the lieutenant governor, played a pivotal role by initially promoting Douglas as a spa destination, triggering a seaside holiday surge. An impressive 1,500 hotels were established to accommodate roughly 350,000 summer tourists. Yet, Loch recognised most visitors lingered only in the capital, prompting the construction of a railway network that would transport them across the island. Andrew Scarffe, technical support officer at Manx Heritage Railways, told the BBC about the impact of the railway: "When the railway opened, it was like science fiction. Droves of people came over on the ferry just to see its electric technology and innovation." Scarffe shared a little-known fact: "What's rarely spoken of is we were 130 years ahead of the rest of the world with green travel. We began generating our own power back in the 1890s to run the railway, and the electric tram cars are still doing what they were built to be doing. "Slow travel by electric train? It all started here." In its heyday, the railway service boasted a million passengers annually. However, this grand Isle of Man tradition has seen a decrease in recent years, though an estimated 200,000 people still board the train each year, soaking up the immense historical splendour this small island has to offer.
