Category Archives: Gun crimes

Javaris Crittenton returns to Atlanta to face murder charge

Posted on September 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

According to police, Javaris Crittenton has arrived in Atlanta to face a murder charge in the shooting death of woman. Crittenton, former Washington Wizards guard, was suspended along with teammate Gilbert Arenas for having guns in the team locker room … finish reading Javaris Crittenton returns to Atlanta to face murder charge

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NYC Prep star Tayshana Murphy shot outside home

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In what appears to be a case of mistaken identity, NYC prep star Tayshana Murphy was shot outside her family’s apartment in a housing project in Harlem’s Morningside Heights neighborhood. There were no arrests and the shooting remained under investigation, … finish reading NYC Prep star Tayshana Murphy shot outside home

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Former Seton Hall player Whitney pleads guilty to armed robbery

Posted on August 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Former Seton Hall basketball player Kelly Whitney has pleaded guilty in an armed robbery at a house near the school’s campus according to an AP report. Kelly Whitney is expected to get a three-year state prison term in a plea … finish reading Former Seton Hall player Whitney pleads guilty to armed robbery

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Javaris Crittenton charged with murder

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Former NBA player Javaris Crittenton was suspended by the league for bringing a gun into the Washington Wizards’ locker room. Now he has been charged with murder in the shooting of a woman on an Atlanta street. Police spokesman Carlos … finish reading Javaris Crittenton charged with murder

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Former Brazil soccer coach robbed at gunpoint

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Police say former Brazil coach Mario Zagallo was robbed at gunpoint early Tuesday morning in Rio de Janeiro. Police say four gunmen intercepted the car carrying Zagallo, his wife and son in the Rio district of Botafogo. They say that … finish reading Former Brazil soccer coach robbed at gunpoint

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Former Notre Dame Asst Coach Corbin Brown shoots self after 7 hour standoff

Posted on August 13, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Former Michigan football player and Notre Dame football coach Corbin Brown has apparently shot himself after a 7 hour standoff with police.  Reports were surfacing all day over the standoff which occurred after a domestic violence report.  Brown was apparently … finish reading Former Notre Dame Asst Coach Corbin Brown shoots self after 7 hour standoff

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Ex-Illini Richmond faces gun and battery charges

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You always have to wonder what prompts people to get into altercations with police and threaten to shoot them.  The latest was former Illinois basketball player Jereme Richmond has been charged with three felonies, including aggravated battery, stemming from a … finish reading Ex-Illini Richmond faces gun and battery charges

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Burress reinstated by NFL

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Roy Kessel

After serving his sentence and preparing himself to re-enter the NFL, it appears that Plaxico Burress has been reinstated by Commissioner Roger Goodell. Reports indicate that Burress is likely to get strong consideration from the Giants and the Steelers, the … finish reading Burress reinstated by NFL

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Former NFL player Eric Naposki convicted of murder

Posted on July 15, 2011 by Mauri Miller

An Orange County jury convicted former NFL linebacker Eric Naposki of killing Southern California millionaire William McLaughlin nearly 17 years ago. In addition to finding Naposki guilty of first-degree murder, the jury found that he personally discharged the firearm and committed … finish reading Former NFL player Eric Naposki convicted of murder

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Adam “Pacman” Jones may be headed to jail

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Adam “Pacman” Jones’ most recent arrest for disorderly conduct and resisting arrest caught the attention of more than those in Cincinnati. David Roger, Clack County (Nevada) District Attorney, said that Jones could face up to a year in a Nevada … finish reading Adam “Pacman” Jones may be headed to jail

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Brandon Wimberly (WR Nevada) shot in abdomen

Posted on June 18, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Accordingly to the Reno Gazette-Journal, Brandon Wimberly, Nevada wide receiver, was shot in the abdomen in a fight in Reno, NV. Apparently, Wimberly and other football players were involved in a fight with another group. The other group got in … finish reading Brandon Wimberly (WR Nevada) shot in abdomen

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Talib indicted for shooting incident

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Despite objecting to the charges and proclaiming himself innocnet, Aqib Talib was indicted for shooting a man in Texas.  According to the ESPN report:  A Texas grand jury has returned an indictment for Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Aqib Talib, two … finish reading Talib indicted for shooting incident

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Vikings’ Chris Cook found not guilty

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

(AP) Minnesota Vikings cornerback Chris Cook has been found not guilty of pulling a gun on a neighbor. General District Court Judge Edwin Burnette issued the ruling Friday after a 2-hour bench trial. Cook was accused of a misdemeanor count of … finish reading Vikings’ Chris Cook found not guilty

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Northern Illinois LB Butler upgraded to serious

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Hospital officials say Northern Illinois linebacker Devon Butler’s condition has been upgraded to serious. Butler was wounded in a drive-by shooting while off campus Tuesday night. Authorities say a gunman in an SUV fired into the apartment building where Butler … finish reading Northern Illinois LB Butler upgraded to serious

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Female boxer shot before title fight–by stepfather

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Boxer Rola El-Halabi was shot by her stepfather and former manager before a title fight, inflicting injuries that are not life-threatening but could imperil her career according to the AP report. The undefeated 25-year-old German was preparing to fight Irma … finish reading Female boxer shot before title fight–by stepfather

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Aqib Talib turns himself in and his lawyer asks for no rush to judgment

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Aqib Talib turned himself in and then was released on a $25,000 bond according to the St. Petersburg Times. His lawyer asked that people not rush to judgment as the facts and circumstances on the incident come to light.  His attorneys … finish reading Aqib Talib turns himself in and his lawyer asks for no rush to judgment

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Felony warrant issued for Talib

Posted on April 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Aqib Talib has been in trouble before.  Now it appears that he is in major trouble again and it is serious enough that the Tampa Bay Bucs could be reconsidering his position on the team. As you can see in … finish reading Felony warrant issued for Talib

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What really happened in Chris Cook (Vikings) gun case?

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Roy Kessel

You often see conflicting reports coming out of various situations but this one seems unusual. Chris Cook allegedly brandishes gun in fight Chris Cook gets arrested based on a sworn complaint of neighbor  (and you can read about some interesting … finish reading What really happened in Chris Cook (Vikings) gun case?

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Former Raider DE Anthony Smith charged with murder

Posted on March 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Former Raider DE Anthony Smith appeared in court Friday to face a murder charge in the 2008 beating and shooting death of a man in northern Los Angeles County according to an AP report. Smith, 43, of Fontana, who played defensive … finish reading Former Raider DE Anthony Smith charged with murder

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Chelsea’s player investigated for air-gun incident

Posted on March 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Chelsea will take “appropriate action” after defender Ashley Cole reportedly shot an intern with an air gun by accident at the team’s training facility according to an AP report. By accident??? The News of the World reported that the English … finish reading Chelsea’s player investigated for air-gun incident

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