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81-year-old man charged with attempted murder after shooting at Subway restaurant

Lake City, MN An 81-year-old man has been charged with attempted murder after shooting the owner of a Subway restaurant with whom he had an ongoing feud. William Piar faces multiple charges, including attempted first-degree murder and multiple counts of assault.

The shooting occurred Wednesday afternoon near the 1300 block of North Lakeshore Drive. Eyewitnesses indicated that Piar began firing a gun at the Subway building around 1:30 p.m.

A man, identified only as the restaurant owner, was shot in the abdomen during the incident. Reports suggest that Piar and the victim had been engaged in property disputes for years.

Lake City police arrived to find Piar in his backyard wearing dark clothing. Officers instructed him to show his hands, but he refused to comply and kept one hand in his coat pocket.

An officer deployed a less-than-lethal shotgun loaded with bean bag rounds, hitting Piar and prompting him to reveal a firearm. Officers then commanded him to drop the weapon, but he did not comply, leading them to fire additional bean bag rounds.

At one point, Piar reportedly asked officers to shoot him. After further attempts to subdue him with bean bag rounds, he fell to the ground and dropped his weapon, with one hand bleeding heavily.

Police handcuffed Piar and attended to his injury. Meanwhile, the victim was found inside the restaurant, bleeding and in significant pain, attended to by family and Subway employees.

Once the situation was secure, the shooting victim was transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. Piar appeared in court on Friday and was assigned a bail of $2 million. He is scheduled to return to court next month.

The restaurant was reportedly open, and customers were present during the shooting.

Woman charged with murder after fatal crash in Cordova

Cordova, TN A two-car crash has led to the death of a 56-year-old man and the arrest of his wife on murder charges. Sheila Ann Curtis, 56, was taken into custody over the weekend and charged with second-degree murder following the death of Derrick Curtis.

Shelby County deputies responded to a serious collision report on the evening of November 29 at around 9:55 p.m. Upon arriving, they found Derrick Curtis, who was severely injured, after a Chevrolet Colorado he was driving left the roadway and crashed into a ditch.

Emergency personnel attempted lifesaving measures as Derrick Curtis was transported to Regional One Health in Memphis, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Investigators later noted that Derrick Curtis had suffered stab wounds prior to the crash, marking them as contributing factors leading to the fatal accident.

Following the discovery of the stab wounds, detectives with the Violent Crimes Unit commenced an investigation. Evidence pointed to Sheila Curtis as the assailant.

A probable cause affidavit indicated first responders observed inconsistency between Derrick Curtis’ injuries and the damage from the collision. He reportedly communicated to paramedics that his wife had stabbed him before the crash.

In an interview, Sheila Curtis denied these claims, asserting she had been dropped off before the crash occurred. She also stated that an argument had occurred on their return from a funeral.

Witnesses reported a history of domestic violence between the couple, which complicates the situation further. A family member of Derrick Curtis revealed that they picked up Sheila Curtis shortly after the crash, who had mentioned an argument with her husband.

Currently, Sheila Curtis is held at the Shelby County Jail with a bond set at $500,000. A court appearance for a bond hearing is scheduled for Wednesday morning.

Headline: Trio arrested for brutal murder of 62-year-old uncle in Colorado

Fruita, CO

Three individuals face multiple charges for the alleged murder of a 62-year-old man in Fruita. Weston Owen and Sarah Bess, both 18, along with 21-year-old Kellar Weisgerber, are charged with first-degree murder, tampering with physical evidence, abuse of a corpse, and conspiracy.

The Fruita Police Department began investigating a suspicious incident in the 21 Road desert area on Saturday. According to an arrest affidavit, the group was with the victim, John Krabbe, at a local bar prior to the incident.

Owen reportedly perceived a threat when he observed Krabbe touch Bess’ neck. Following this incident, Owen contacted Weisgerber to assist in a plan to harm Krabbe.

The trio waited until Krabbe fell asleep before executing their plan. Owen allegedly struck Krabbe with a flashlight while Weisgerber restrained him, leading to Krabbe’s death.

Afterward, Weisgerber allegedly bound Krabbe’s hands and feet and loaded the body into Krabbe’s vehicle. The suspects then drove to a remote desert location where they disposed of the body.

According to officials, they also attempted to destroy evidence by burning items stained with the victim’s blood. Bess reportedly contacted her mother, alleging that Owen threatened her and encouraged her to call authorities.

A judge set bonds for Owen, Bess, and Weisgerber at $2 million each. Their next court appearance is scheduled for December 5.

Man accused of murdering girlfriend brings body to police station

Phoenix, AZ A man has been charged with first-degree murder after he allegedly shot his girlfriend in the head during an argument and then transported her corpse to a Phoenix police station. Josue Barreras Anaya, 36, is accused of killing Jessica Guzman, 32, at his home on Tuesday morning.

Court documents indicate Anaya and Guzman were in his bedroom when a gun he kept under his pillow fell to the floor. The two began fighting, and Anaya claims Guzman attempted to grab the weapon, resulting in two gunshots, one of which struck Guzman in the head, killing her.

Instead of calling for help, Anaya reportedly wrapped Guzman’s body in a comforter and placed her in the bed of his GMC Sierra pickup truck. He drove to the Maryvale Estrella Mountain Precinct around 5 a.m. and flagged down police officers in the parking lot.

Police Sgt. Brian Bower remarked on the unusual nature of such an encounter for patrol officers. Anaya’s hands were tested for gunshot residue, and he answered some preliminary questions before requesting an attorney.

Family and friends of the victim expressed concern about Guzman’s past in a relationship filled with reported abuse. Her brother, David Guzman, previously attempted to help her escape what he described as an isolating relationship.

A GoFundMe campaign set up by her family describes Guzman as a beloved daughter, sister, and mother. Her son is said to have lost the most significant figure in his life, while her mother mourns not just a daughter but a vital support presence.

Anaya remains in custody with a $1 million bond and was still detained as of Thursday.

Man claims accidental shooting of wife during gun cleaning, faces murder charges

Aurora, CO

A man faces a first-degree murder charge following the shooting death of his wife during an apparent argument. David O’Grady allegedly shot his wife, Taylor Dawn Last, 29, on the morning of September 7 at their home.

O’Grady, 37, initially claimed he accidentally discharged his firearm while clearing it. He stated he attempted CPR for about an hour before calling 911.

Upon arrival, deputies found Last unresponsive on the ground, her body exhibiting signs of having been deceased for some time. O’Grady indicated that she had died several hours before help was summoned, contrary to his earlier claims.

The couple’s two young children were asleep in the house during the incident. Witnesses reported hearing loud arguing and a gunshot before the shooting, with children stating they saw O’Grady throw something at Last as she fell onto the bed.

O’Grady allegedly admitted to previously firing the gun into the bed during their fight. This admission complicates his assertion that the shooting was an accident.

In a GoFundMe campaign initiated by Last’s relatives, her aunt noted the devastating impact of the tragedy on her two daughters. The fundraising page emphasized Last’s role as a loving mother and lamented how her death leaves the children without both parents.