killing

Example Sentences

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As with the Ipswich killings, it was DNA evidence that led detectives to him.

From BBC

Homicide refers to the killing of a person by another person.

From BBC

Both Democratic and Republican lawmakers have called for a transparent investigation into the killing of Pretti, a 37-year-old intensive care unit nurse working at a Department of Veterans Affairs hospital.

From Salon

Much of the US media interpreted the White House's flexibility as a recognition that it needed to moderate its deportation approach following the Minneapolis killings.

From Barron's

The killing of Pretti involved Border Patrol, an immigration agency which works alongside ICE, while Good was shot by an ICE agent.

From BBC