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Madison Police, Fire to hold blood drive
MADISON, Ala. (WHNT) — Madison Fire and Rescue and the Madison Police Department are teaming up with Lifesouth to give back and get some bragging rights. MFR and MPD have announced they will hold the 'Boots and Badges Blood Drive' on June 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Madison City Hall. Make-A-Wish: Micah's story The two public safety agencies asked that people come donate to help local hospitals. MFR said the blood drive is also a friendly competition between the fire department and the police department. The fire department said that people who donate are encouraged to say if they are donating for the fire department or the police department. According to the fire department, the losing agency will have to wash the winner's duty vehicles, so police cars if MPD wins and the fire trucks if MFR wins. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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a day ago
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MPD officer seriously injured after being struck at crash scene, one arrested
MIDLAND, Texas (KMID/KPEJ)- One person has been arrested after a crash Thursday night that left a Midland Police Department officer seriously injured. According to a City spokesperson, around 10:45 pm on May 29, the MPD responded to a crash with serious bodily injuries in the 2400 block of W Wall Street and learned that another officer, whose marked patrol unit had been parked in the roadway with its emergency light activated, had been struck by another vehicle while he assisted with a minor crash. MPD said the officer was standing near the rear of his vehicle when a Ford F-250, operated by 24-year-old Cody Justin Garcia, of Lyford, Texas, crossed multiple lanes of traffic and struck both the officer and his patrol unit. The police officer, whose name was not released, was taken to Midland Memorial Hospital with serious injuries. Garcia was also taken to the hospital for treatment for injuries he sustained in the crash. MPD reported Garcia faces the following charges: intoxication assault causing serious bodily injuries to a peace officer, possession of a controlled substance and unlawfully carrying a weapon. The investigation into the incident is ongoing. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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a day ago
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The numbers: Mobile police release information regarding Memorial Day operation
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile Police Department officers conducted a traffic operation this Memorial Day weekend to ensure people's safety, according to a news release. The operation occurred on May 24 – 25, 2025. Mobile County deputies look for man accused of harassing women while they work The officer's objective was to ensure that vehicles on the roads were properly insured and registered. The traffic stops also involved ensuring that people were not drinking and driving. According to the MPD release, 36 drivers received citations, and 16 drivers received warnings. The highest number of citations involved speeding. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Man injured in shooting near Waterfront Metro Station in DC
WASHINGTON () — Police said a man was taken to the hospital after he was shot near the Waterfront Metro Station on Thursday afternoon. Details are limited; however, the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) said officers were called to the 400 block of M Street SW, just before 4 p.m. on May 29, for the report of a shooting. This is near the Wharf. Florida Congressman introduces bill to rename Metro 'WMAGA', 'Trump Train' Upon arrival, police found a man who had been shot, conscious and breathing. He was taken to the hospital for treatment, and the extent of his injuries is unknown. The police department urges anyone with information about this case to call 202-727-9099 or text MPD at 50411. Check for updates. To keep up with the latest news and weather updates, download our Mobile App on iPhone or Android. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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Man shot in arm in Northeast DC; police investigating
WASHINGTON () — D.C. police are investigating after a man was shot in the Trinidad neighborhood Thursday night. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) told DC News Now that officers were called to the 1300 block of Staples Street NE, just before 10:25 p.m. on May 29, for the sounds of gunshots. Amid surge in Southeast DC violence, leaders discuss solutions at safety meeting While canvassing the area, officers found a man who had been shot in his arm in the 1300 block of Florida Avenue NE, according to the police report. Medics took him to the hospital for treatment. The circumstances of what led up to the shooting remain under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call police at 202-727-9099 or text MPD at 50411. Check for updates. To keep up with the latest news and weather updates, download our Mobile App on iPhone or Android. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
