​NEW Now you can listen to Fox News articles! The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced Saturday that it has issued an immigration detainer for an illegal immigrant accused of leading Ohio deputies on a high-speed chase that concluded in a crash, killing a pregnant 17-year-old girl and her unborn child while injuring another woman. Tarsem Singh, an Indian national, was recently indicted on charges of vehicular homicide, involuntary manslaughter, and reckless homicide, per DHS. He is currently held on a $1 million bond, with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) placing an arrest detainer on him with Ohio authorities. The fatal incident occurred in Feb. A pursuit began when a Darke County Sheriff’s Office deputy spotted an SUV speeding nearly 25 mph over the limit. ‘VIRGINIA FATHER’ CHARGED WITH MURDERING INFANT DAUGHTER IS ILLEGAL ALIEN, SAYS DHS. Officials stated that the deputy tried to catch up to the SUV, allegedly driven by Singh, and paced it at 100 mph. As the deputy turned on his emergency lights for a traffic stop, the SUV fled, traveling about five miles at speeds up to 124 mph before colliding with an eastbound vehicle on a curve, per the sheriff’s office. The deputy promptly alerted dispatch about the crash and checked for injuries, discovering that pregnant 17-year-old Ashlee Holmes, Singh’s passenger, had died after being ejected from the vehicle, according to local outlet WDTN. EXCLUSIVE: ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT RELEASED UNDER BIDEN ‘CATCH-AND-RELEASE’ ALLEGEDLY KILLS DRIVER IN POLICE CHASE. Singh was airlifted by CareFlight to Miami Valley Hospital. The female driver of the eastbound vehicle, who was conscious and alert despite her injuries, was transported to Reid Hospital in Richmond, Indiana, via Union City, per the sheriff’s office. Officials noted the pursuit lasted under three minutes from initiation to crash. The reason Holmes was in Singh’s vehicle remains unknown. “This is yet another tragic reminder of why illegal aliens should not be driving cars on America’s roads,” DHS acting assistant secretary Lauren Bis wrote in a statement. This illegal immigrant’s reckless behavior has resulted in the death of a 17-year-old woman and her unborn child. Singh reportedly crossed into the country illegally via California’s southern border in February 2017 and was detained prior to a judge ordering his release on bond. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP. Bis stated that the newly filed ICE detainer against Singh was intended to guarantee he is “never released and allowed back behind the wheel to endanger more innocent lives.”  

​NEW Now you can listen to Fox News articles! State and local authorities are conducting an urgent search for 38-year-old Matthew J. Massey of Raymond, New Hampshire, a suspect armed with a long gun who allegedly fired at family members and responding police in the state on Saturday just after 1:30 p.m., injuring an officer and sparking a large-scale manhunt. at local time, and was subsequently located by officers. He then fired upon the arriving officers, injuring one, per New Hampshire State Police. The injured Nottingham Police Department officer, whose identity has not been disclosed, was transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital and is in serious condition. NEW HAMPSHIRE MAN FATALLY SHOT AT COUNTRY CLUB WEDDING, SUSPECT CHARGED WITH MURDER. According to state police, Massey reportedly fled the scene, prompting additional law enforcement officers to arrive and establish a perimeter around the area. He stands 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighs slightly more than 200 pounds. He has black hair and hazel eyes, and is thought to be hiding in a large wooded area. Authorities are deploying K-9 units and aerial resources to search for Massey, who faces active felony warrants for attempted arson at his family’s home on Thursday. At a Saturday night news conference, Raymond Police Department Chief Michael Labell stated that before Saturday’s shooting, officers had been “working feverishly with other agencies to locate him.” It’s unclear whether Massey has any prior criminal record. Area residents have been instructed to shelter in place during the ongoing search, making sure to lock their doors and keep all keys indoors. Several roads are still closed, including Route 156. “We know this incident has caused anxiety in the public, and we want everyone to be assured that we’re utilizing all available resources — which are substantial — to take this suspect into custody,” said New Hampshire State Police Maj. Brendan Davey: “Numerous resources from the New Hampshire State Police, including tactical resources from our Investigative Services Bureau, along with dozens of federal, county, and local law enforcement agencies, have been deployed to assist in this active operation,” he continued. Everyone is needed on this, and it will continue until we have the suspect in custody.  

 Comedians inform ministers that insufficient funding is a serious issue. Eight hours earlier. Richard Wheeler, political reporter. Getty Images Creative. Britain is renowned globally for its comedy, yet industry leaders warn that the “next generation of comedy voices” will face challenges breaking through without increased funding and incentives. Although comedy ranks among the nation’s most popular entertainment forms, it has historically lacked assured government backing. Despite star comedians filling arenas and sitcoms attracting millions of viewers, grassroots venues—where emerging comics develop their skills—and production companies require support to nurture the upcoming talent wave. Prominent comedy figures have urged the government to recognize it as a distinct art form, enhancing access to funding and policy support. Additional discussions are anticipated, with Culture Minister Ian Murray expressing full support for collaborating with the sector to “better understand opportunities for government intervention.” He also urged comedy to consider a voluntary ticket levy like the music industry, where major venues reinvest in grassroots efforts. Arts Council England (ACE) maintains it already provides comedy support but has no intention of altering its funding structure. Many attendees from last month’s meeting believe more action is essential for an industry that permeates daily life in diverse ways. Comedian Tom Walker, known for the fictional journalist Jonathan Pie, argued the government must view comedy “as an important cultural element from grassroots to BBC sitcoms.” He advocated reframing stand-up comedians and industry professionals as “small businesses” and entrepreneurs deserving recognition and rewards. Ro Dodgson stated that comedy is “often based on risk,” and financially struggling clubs and promoters are less willing to gamble on new acts. The comedian argued that if the government provided funding to clubs “as almost a form of insurance” to continue experimenting with new acts and nurturing emerging talent, “then we’d have an industry that can sustain itself.” Dodgson added: “If you don’t get an influx of diverse perspectives at all times, comedy won’t stay relevant.” Comedian Carly Smallman stated that recognizing comedy as an art form would unlock support opportunities available to other creative sectors. Smallman remarked: “The backing music receives, the backing theatre receives—comedy isn’t eligible because many decision-makers don’t consider it legitimate. But it obviously is legitimate; it’s a massive industry, and we’ve just had to make do without that support.” Neil Bennett/Baby Cow Productions/PA. 

​NEW Now you can listen to Fox News articles! Over a dozen people were hospitalized after a vehicle hit several parade participants on Saturday in New Iberia, Louisiana. The Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office reported the crash occurred at an intersection, injuring multiple individuals. Local ambulance service Acadian Ambulance transported 11 patients by ground ambulance and two by medical helicopter. Authorities stated some injuries are considered serious. CAR BARRELS INTO CROWD OUTSIDE CALIFORNIA BAR, GUNFIRE ERUPTS IN CHAOTIC SCENE CAUGHT ON VIDEO. Acadian reports that ten ambulances and two helicopters responded to the scene. Deputies confirmed that the driver, who has not been publicly identified, is in custody. Officials stated, based on the preliminary investigation, that the wreck “does not appear to be an intentional act.” The cause of the incident remains unknown. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX NEWS APP. New Iberia, a small Cajun town in southern Louisiana roughly 30 minutes from Lafayette, is the focus of this developing story. Kindly check back later for updates.  

​NEW Now you can listen to Fox News articles! Over three decades after a Washington mother was discovered dead in her home, authorities have arrested a suspect in the long-dormant case. In November 1992, Janice Randle was found deceased on her bed in her Graham, Washington residence, with her infant daughter in a nearby crib. At that time, her husband, James Randle, informed authorities that she might have died from a drug overdose, pointing to her previous use of painkillers. The couple was separated and in the midst of a divorce. The case was originally handled as a death investigation and potential overdose. Autopsy findings later showed no drugs in Randle’s system, leading investigators to reclassify the case as a homicide. Even with this change, evidence remained scarce, and detectives could not build probable cause for an arrest. The case went unsolved for decades. “Realtor’s Cold Case Murder Solved After 133 Years, Police Say.” The investigation was reopened in recent years when family members provided new information, including reports of purported confessions by James Randle. Those leads offered investigators a new angle—and a fresh way ahead. Officials state the revitalized probe ultimately provided probable cause to arrest the now 68-year-old suspect, who resided in a care facility in Everett, Washington.