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NEWYou can listen to Fox News articles now!Harrowing video captured the moment that a Michigan teen was allegedly kidnapped by a three-time offender at gunpoint as she and her class waited for their bus earlier this week. In a press release, police said the alleged abduction occurred just after 7 am on Monday, April 13 when a 16-year old student was waiting for her school bus in Hamtramck near Edwinand Brombach Streets. The video shows her standing at the bus station when a man approached her and held a gun to her back. He then forced her into the van. ATHENA STRAND KILLER SEARCHED MISSING GIRL’ FEDEX TRUCKS CAMERAS AFTER KIDNAPPING. EXPERT TESTS.Another witness immediately contacted the authorities and officers worked with the students at the school to track the victim’s location.GOT AN IDEA?The victim was then tracked to a gas station where she had indicated to a cashier she was in danger, after the suspect sent the victim inside Authorities said that officers arrived on the scene to take the suspect into custody. He was later identified as Donald James Joseph Arthur Fields (48). The officer can be heard saying, “You are being detained immediately.” Fields asked. “We’ll let you know in a moment,” the officer responded. According to authorities, the investigation revealed that Fields had allegedly sexually assaulted the victim before authorities could intervene. Fields has been charged with kidnapping and two counts of criminal sexual conduct in the first degree, felonious assualt, three counts felony firearm, and felon in possessing a firearm. He is currently being held at Wayne County Jail, after the judge deemed that he was the “ultimate risk” to the community. Wayne County Prosecutor Kym worthy said that the victim was walking in broad daylight and was sexually assaulted. “Despite the trauma she had just experienced, her quick thinking saved her life. We can’t change what happened, but we can do our best to bring her justice. Bonny Chu, Fox News Digital’s Bonny Chu, contributed to this report.

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NEWYou can listen to Fox News articles now! The daughter of the American woman who is missing in The Bahamas believes that Brian Hooker uses his mother’s illness to leave the island after spending five days in jail in Freeport. Karli Aylesworth said on Friday to Fox News Digital that Hooker’s mom has been “terminally sick for a while.” Hooker left The Bahamas abruptly on Wednesday, after saying that he would stay in the country to look for his missing wife, Aylesworth’s mother, Lynette. He made this promise in interviews given by news outlets on Tuesday. Terrel Butler told Fox News Digital that Hooker’s main focus is to continue the search for his missing wife. “So, as long as he is able to remain in the Bahamas he will remain in the Bahamas. “FRIENDS OF BRIAN HOOPER SPEAK OUT, QUESTIONS THE DISAPPEARANCE WOMAN IN BAHAMAS MYSTERY” But about 24 hours later Hooker changed his decision. “Mr. Hooker now faces another emergency after his release from custody, without charge. Butler told NBC News that on Wednesday afternoon, “Mr. Hooker is also dealing with the trauma of losing his wife of 25-years and his mother’s grave health. “He has traveled [to] the United States of America in order to be by her side during this critical period. “Butler didn’t say where in the U.S. Hooker would be going, but a Fox News Digital source said he landed at Atlanta. COAST GUARD OPENS CRIMINAL INVESTIGATES INTO MISSING WOMAN LASTS SEEN IN BAHAMASAYLESWORTH, WHO ARRIVED IN THE BAHAMAS ON THURSDAY, has been critical since her mother Lynette disappeared. “I think it shows the character of his stepfather.” Find out more on the TRUE CRIME HUB. Hooker abandoned the couple’s 40-foot sailboat, called “Soulmate,” anchored near a marina in Marsh Harbour. The New York Post snapped close-up photos of the idle boat. Find out more on the TRUE CRIMES HUBHooker abandoned a 40-foot sailboat called “Soulmate” anchored near a Marina in Marsh Harbour. The New York Post took close-up pictures of the idle boat. Aylesworth said that if this was truly an accident, she could understand and accept it. “However, an intensive review of all the facts and circumstances surrounding this tragic incident is needed before that can be determined. Sign up to receive the TRUE CRIME NEWSLETTER. She also told Fox and Friends that something “doesn’t add up” about her mother’s death, and accused Brian having a “history” of domestic violence and anger issues.Hooker claims Lynette’s loss was an accident due to high winds and rough seas. The pair left The Abaco Inn on Elbow Cay at dusk, April 4, to head to their anchored sailing boat just off the western coast of the cay. Brian has always maintained his innocence and has never been charged with a criminal offense. He spent five days in prison, the maximum allowed by Bahamian Law, while police investigated. The investigation continues despite his release.

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NEWYou can now hear Fox News articles. A former New York City Police Officer, sentenced to 3-9 years in prison after fatally throwing a cooling unit at a fleeing criminal, will be freed from prison as he appeals the conviction. Vincent Vallelong, president of the Sergeants Benevolent Association, said: “I am delighted to announce that Erik Duran’s team has secured bail and he will remain free throughout his appellate process.” “This is an important win for Erik, his family, and law enforcement officers across the country!” GUBERNATORIAL CANIDATE VOWS PARDON COP CHARGED WITH MANSLAUGHTER FOR DEATH OF FLEEING SUSPECTThe attorney for Duran, Arthur Aidala told Fox Digital it was not surprising that their client had been released. Aidala stated that they were “very pleased, but not surprised” that the Appellate Division determined that there were legitimate appellate issues with Sgt Duran’s case. “It was evident to the Court that Sgt Duran is neither a flight risk, nor a threat to the community. He was entitled to stay at home with his wife and children during the pendency of the appellate. “Duran, a 38-year-old married father of three was convicted in February of manslaughter for the August 2023 deaths of Eric Duprey. Duran claimed that he threw the Igloo cooler to protect other officers against Duprey who was riding a motorized bike along a sidewalk. He rejected Duran’s claim that his actions were justified. The police had enough time to investigate and catch him on a different day.

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NEWYou can listen to Fox News articles now!Chaotic footage shows the moment hordes young street racers converged on a Georgia intersection at night last weekend. They caused havoc and disturbed neighbors in what is the latest illegal “takeover,” plaguing communities throughout the country. Officers from the Atlanta Police Department were dispatched around 1:30 am Sunday to the intersection of James Jackson Parkway & Bolton Road over reports that street racers were “driving recklessly and blocking the roadway for citizen motorists. They also performed illegal drifting maneuvers known as “donuts”,” authorities said in a press release. VIDEO SHOWS AFTERMATH AFTER VIOLENT NEIGHBORHOOD STREET ATTACK THAT LEFT COUPLE BLEACHED IN ‘PLANNED ATTACK” Surveillance footage shared by the department shows cars speeding past as the massive crowd gathered to record the chaos. As officers tried to break up the chaos, several individuals fled on foot and in cars. Follow us on X Body-camera video revealed the moment that officers pursued an individual on foot while additional officers conducted traffic stop involving two nearby vehicles, the department stated. The officer can be heard shouting “You better stop before i Tase you” as the suspect ran towards a nearby residential area. Authorities report that 18 people between the ages 17 and 25 were detained following the incident. The police also found multiple firearms during the search and impounded both vehicles involved in this traffic stop. The Atlanta Police Department expressed its gratitude to the Georgia State Patrol in a recent statement. The Atlanta Police Department did NOT respond immediately to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.