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12 people wounded by 3 men shooting randomly at Toronto pub customers, police say

Canadian police say a dozen people were injured in a shooting at an eastern Toronto pub in what an official has called a reckless act of violence by three men who entered the bar and fired randomly without warning

The Independent UK

‘Etched in my mind’: reporter describes South Carolina firing squad execution

Jeffrey Collins of the Associated Press recalls experience of watching Brad Sigmon die for 2001 murders

The Guardian - US

Three suspects at large after shooting at Toronto pub leaves a dozen injured

Police say suspects are male, with one in a black balaclava seen fleeing the scene at the Piper Arms in a silver car

The Guardian - UK

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Toronto shooting latest: 12 injured and ‘blood all over the floor’ of pub as three suspects still on the run

Police describe scene of shot pubgoers surrounded by broken glass, reports local media

The Independent UK

US: Double-murderer executed by firing squad in Columbia; Here is a look...

The inmate chose to be shot. According to local laws, the man could have also chosen lethal injection or the electric chair. A must read on Dynamite News:

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Violent and sudden. What a firing squad execution looked like through my eyes

An Associated Press journalist has served as a media eyewitness to the execution of Brad Sigmon by firing squad Friday in South Carolina

The Independent UK

Last Words of Man Executed in South Carolina by Firing Squad: Asked Christians to Help End Death Penalty

Brad Sigmon, 67, was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, becoming the first US prisoner in 15 years to die by this method, using his final words to urge Christians to help end the death penalty.

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A South Carolina man executed by firing squad is the first US prisoner killed this way in 15 years

A South Carolina man has been executed by firing squad, becoming the first U.S. prisoner in 15 years to die by this method

The Independent UK

Video shows moment man behind bid to smuggle gun parts hidden in car is arrested

The parts, including top slides and barrels for pistols, were found ‘expertly hidden’ inside a 1976 Datsun Sunny shipped from Pakistan to the UK.

Evening Standard

Here's Why Brad Keith Sigmon Chose Execution By Firing Squad Over Lethal Injection

Brad Sigmon, convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend's parents with a baseball bat, is set to be executed this evening by a firing squad, marking the first execution of its kind in 15 years.

International Business Times UK

Man murdered 21-year-old after row over dog's paw being stood on

A KILLER stabbed a young man to death after a row over a dog's paw being stood on.

The National (Scotland)

One in 15 U.S. adults have been on the scene of a mass shooting, report finds

Researchers say the findings lend credence to the idea of a ‘mass shooting generation’ with experiences that are separate from older generations

The Independent UK

Police watchdog reopens investigation into Nottingham killer’s previous assaults

IOPC to look again at Valdo Calocane’s history after representations from victims’ families

The Guardian - UK

Idaho desperately wants to build a facility to execute by firing squad. But nobody wants the contract

Idaho is looking to renovate its death row to accommodate firing squad executions, but contractors are shying away from helping build the facility, Michelle Del Rey writes

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The Guardian - US

South Carolina conducts first US firing squad execution in 15 years: ‘Barbaric’

Brad Sigmon, 67, was shot dead by prison staff despite outcry over ‘cruel’ method and calls for clemency

Evening Standard

Tougher laws needed for ‘lethal’ crossbows after Bushey murders, says minister

Stephen Kinnock said he was ‘sure’ the Home Secretary was looking at tightening regulations on owning crossbows.

Evening Standard

Hero sheep shearer tackles teenage boy with loaded shotgun on passenger plane

The boy was disarmed and detained before police arrived on the scene at Avalon Airport in Victoria state

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'I've got bombs in my bag': teen's alleged plane threat

A 17-year-old boy has appeared in court after being charged following a shocking incident at one of Australia's major regional airports.

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The Independent UK

A boy with a loaded shotgun boarded a plane in Australia but was tackled by a former boxer

Police say a 17-year-old boy with a loaded shotgun boarded a plane in Australia before being restrained by a pilot and two passengers

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“Heartbreaking”: Beloved Teacher Found Lifeless In Classroom With “Self-Inflicted” Wound

"We are deeply saddened to report a tragic incident that occurred today at MHS. Teacher, Samuel Colin Day," said authorities. The post “Heartbreaking”: Beloved Teacher Found Lifeless In Classroom With “Self-Inflicted” Wound first appeared on Bored Panda.

Latin Times

Mexico Ejects U.S. Citizen, Accuses him Of Being Among 'Largest Provider Of Illegal Firearms' To Cartels

An American citizen has been expelled from Mexico for being one of the "largest provider of illegal firearms" to cartels in the state of Chihuahua

Latin Times

Kentucky Sheriff's Possible Motive For Killing Judge Inside Courthouse Revealed: 'In Fear For Safety of Wife and Daughter'

A former Kentucky sheriff who shot and killed a judge amidst an ongoing sexual extortion scandal plans to pursue an insanity defense.

The Independent UK

Officials: No signs of shooter or victims after reports of gunshots at naval base in Florida

A Florida sheriff says there are “no signs of an active shooter” and no injuries after police responded to a report of gunshots at the Corry Station, a Navy installation in Pensacola

Evening Standard

Triple killer sits impassively in wheelchair and answers no comment in interview

Kyle Clifford, 26, was left paralysed from the chest down after he shot himself with a crossbow as police closed in on him.

The Independent UK

A South Carolina man is set to become the first executed by firing squad in 15 years

A South Carolina man convicted of murder is scheduled to be executed by firing squad Friday night

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