police

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If the judge sided with police and prosecutors—that the two men killed out of fear for their lives—the family’s lawsuit would be over.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

Two men have been arrested after a man's body was discovered in a Warwickshire road following a suspected hit-and-run incident, police said.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The police bodycams were turned back on as Spivey’s truck was towed away.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

She urged anyone with information or who witnessed suspicious activity in the area to contact police.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

“Really,” she said disgustedly, “if the cute janitor wanted to warn you, he should have provided a few more details. Names, dates—something you could go to the police with.”

From "Found" by Margaret Peterson Haddix