Tag: violence

France imposes state of emergency on Pacific territory rocked by violence

The French government announced on Wednesday it will impose a state of emergency in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia for at least 12 days, boosting police powers in an attempt to quell deadly unrest that has left four people dead. French government spokeswoman Prisca Thevenot announced the decision after a Cabinet meeting on […]

French president convenes ministers to discuss violence in New Caledonia

French President Emmanuel Macron has convened a meeting of top ministers to discuss spiralling violence in the French Pacific territory of New Caledonia, his office said. The special defence and security council meetings typically bring Mr Macron together with a limited group of officials, including prime minister Gabriel Attal and the ministers for defence, interior, […]

Domestic violence suspect shot by Wichita Police Department officer

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – A 42-year-old man was injured after being shot by a Wichita Police Department officer late Monday. It happened near 13th and Tyler around 11:30 p.m. Police responded to a domestic violence call in the 1600 block of N. Wood. When officers arrived, they attempted to arrest the man. After a struggle, […]

‘Topeka JUMP’ calls for officials to address violence, homelessness

TOPEKA (KSNT) – ‘Topeka JUMP’ held their annual spring assembly to shed light on the community’s most pressing issues. The group gathered at Washburn University’s Lee Arena Monday night to urge community leaders to address homelessness, violence and the mental health crisis. Several city and county officials were in attendance including Shawnee County Commissioner Kevin […]