self-defense

The Broward Sheriff’s Office released 911 calls from a fatal shooting at a North Lauderdale Walmart parking lot on June 30, where a man was killed during a parking dispute. A woman is in custody and claims self-defense, while the victim, identified as 62-year-old Bart Diguglielmo, was shot after an argument with the woman.

A 62-year-old man was shot and killed by a woman after an argument over a Walmart parking space in Florida. The woman claimed self-defense and was not arrested. The victim was a veteran and former emergency room trauma nurse.

A Florida Army veteran, Bart Diguglielmo, was fatally shot during a parking space dispute in a Walmart parking lot. A woman involved in the confrontation claimed self-defense and remained at the scene, cooperating with authorities. The case is under investigation to determine if criminal charges will be filed.

The Saratoga Springs stabbing case against a Stewart's Shops employee has been dismissed. Saratoga County District Attorney Brett Eby stated the employee was acting in self-defense.

The funeral of 12-year-old Damarion Morehead in Nashville is approaching, with ongoing legal questions surrounding a downtown shooting case. A legal expert has discussed the self-defense aspect of the incident.

The Los Angeles Police Department has completed its investigation into the fatal shooting of Keith Porter Jr. by off-duty ICE officer Brian Palacios on New Year’s Eve and submitted it to the District Attorney’s Office. Federal officials claim Palacios acted in self-defense, while Porter’s family’s attorney disputes this, alleging unjustified use of deadly force and pursuing a civil claim against the federal government.

A 62-year-old man, Bart Diguglielmo, died after being shot in the parking lot of a North Lauderdale Walmart. The incident occurred during an argument over a parking space, and the woman involved claimed self-defense. She was detained for questioning, and the investigation will determine if criminal charges are filed.

A 36-year-old woman was released from custody after being accused of stabbing multiple people in Nanakuli, as prosecutors declined to charge her due to self-defense.

Brooke George, 23, faces the death penalty in the UAE for her boyfriend's murder, claiming self-defense. She reportedly met the 26-year-old British expat online, who was living and working in Dubai.

A UK TikTok influencer faces potential execution in Dubai after being charged with premeditated murder, claiming self-defense during a domestic dispute. A human rights group alleges abuse by her partner and denied legal support, while the UK government is assisting her family.

A Long Island woman who fatally stabbed a man claims she acted in self-defense. The woman's defense attorney described the slaying as 'justified self-defense' during a court hearing where she was called a 'liar.'

A pickleball match in St. Augustine, Florida, turned violent when Michele Bannister allegedly struck a man with her paddle during an argument over retrieving a ball. The incident, which occurred on May 31, resulted in the man sustaining head injuries and Bannister being charged with aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and providing false information to police.

A newly released video shows the aftermath of a fatal stabbing at a high school track meet in Frisco, Texas, where Karmelo Anthony, 19, was arrested after stabbing Austin Metcalf, 17. Anthony was convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison, with the court releasing evidence including body camera and surveillance footage.

Taiwan's top diplomat in the US stated that the island needs to purchase American weapons for self-defense against growing threats from China. The diplomat noted no change in Washington's policy toward Taiwan, which China claims as its own.

House Democrats criticized the all-White jury in Karmelo Anthony's trial, arguing it contributed to the guilty verdict in the case of Austin Metcalf's stabbing. Some lawmakers and activists claimed the trial was unfair and highlighted systemic racism, while sources stated the jury included minority members.

House Democrats criticized the guilty verdict in Karmelo Anthony's case, alleging racism and an all-White jury influenced the outcome. Anthony was sentenced to 35 years for stabbing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, with supporters arguing the self-defense claim was unfairly rejected. Sources stated three minority jurors were part of the 18-juror pool, but critics claimed racial bias in jury selection.

A jury found Karmelo Anthony guilty of murdering Austin Metcalf on June 9, rejecting his claims of self-defense and that the killing was in the 'passion of the moment,' which would have lessened the charges.

A Texas teenager was convicted of murder for fatally stabbing a 17-year-old track athlete during a high school meet and sentenced to 35 years in prison. The jury rejected claims of self-defense, finding the confrontation over a team tent escalated to fatal violence.

A Texas teenager was convicted of murder for stabbing a 17-year-old track athlete from a rival team during a high school track meet. The incident occurred after a heated exchange over a tent belonging to the victim's team, with the jury rejecting self-defense claims.

A Texas jury convicted Karmelo Anthony of murder in the fatal stabbing of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf at a Frisco high school track meet. The trial drew national attention due to questions about race, self-defense, and school safety.

A Texas teen, Karmelo Anthony, faces murder charges for stabbing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a high school track meet. Prosecutors argue it was premeditated murder, while the defense claims self-defense after Metcalf allegedly forced Anthony to leave a rival school's tent.

Karmelo Anthony’s lawyer blamed Austin Metcalf for his death during a courtroom argument, using a self-defense claim for a fatal incident at a track and field meet in Texas last year. The argument drew outrage from Metcalf’s family.

A Texas teen, Karmelo Anthony, is on trial for the murder of high school athlete Austin Metcalf, with his lawyer arguing self-defense during a confrontation at a track meet. The defense claims Metcalf aggressively enforced access to a team tent, leading to a fatal stabbing, while prosecutors describe the attack as unjustified. The case has drawn attention due to racial dynamics, as Anthony is Black and Metcalf was white, though prosecutors assert race was not a factor.

Karmelo Anthony's defense rested without him testifying in his murder trial for stabbing Memorial High School athlete Austin Metcalf during a track meet in Texas. Legal analysts doubt his self-defense claim will persuade jurors as the case heads to closing arguments.

Karmelo Anthony's parents were seen leaving a courtroom in tears just before his defense team made an unexpected move by claiming self-defense.

Karmelo Anthony, a 19-year-old accused murderer, did not testify during his trial. His attorneys rested their case without calling him to the stand, which may impact his self-defense claim.

A 27-year-old woman, Tashara Abel, allegedly attacked a 98-year-old man in Brooklyn with a broomstick and metal chair, claiming self-defense. The incident occurred in the lobby of his Maple Street building, and she was arrested by authorities.

A young man's defense team in a Texas trial is presenting additional witnesses to support a self-defense claim after he fatally stabbed a competitor during a high school track meet. The trial is entering its second week.

A 19-year-old, Karmelo Anthony, is on trial in Texas for the murder of 17-year-old Austin Metcalf, who was fatally stabbed during a high school track meet. Defense attorneys argue Anthony acted in self-defense after feeling threatened, while prosecutors claim the attack was unprovoked. The case has drawn attention due to racial dynamics highlighted by social media.

Karmelo Anthony faces trial for fatally stabbing Austin Metcalf during a high school track meet in Texas, with his defense arguing self-defense. The case involves scrutiny over self-defense laws, racial dynamics, and jury composition, as highlighted by legal expert Larry Taylor.

Witnesses in the Karmelo Anthony murder trial testified that 17-year-old Austin Metcalf screamed for help and said 'he f------ stabbed me' after being fatally stabbed at a Texas track meet. The attack followed a dispute over seating in a team tent, with Anthony claiming self-defense after Metcalf allegedly touched him.

Karmelo Anthony allegedly provoked Austin Metcalf during a fatal confrontation at David Kuykendall Stadium in April 2025, according to a 17-year-old student's testimony in a Texas courtroom. The self-defense claim made by Anthony was dismissed in the testimony.

Karmelo Anthony faces four hammer blows from witnesses who are challenging his claim that 17-year-old Austin Metcalf shoved him, leading Metcalf to assert self-defense in a knife attack.

A prosecutor stated that Karmelo Anthony provoked Austin Metcalf during a Texas high school track meet before stabbing him in the chest. The prosecution argued the incident was murder, not self-defense.

A prosecutor argued that Karmelo Anthony provoked Austin Metcalf during a Texas high school track meet before stabbing him, claiming the killing was murder rather than self-defense.

Jurors in the Karmelo Anthony murder trial heard a 911 call, viewed surveillance footage, and listened to testimonies from witnesses during the first day of proceedings. Anthony, 19, claims self-defense in the stabbing death of Austin Metcalf at a high school track meet, while prosecutors argue the act was an 'unjustified murder.' Legal experts emphasized the jury's focus on determining whether Anthony's actions were criminal or legally justified.

U.S. and Iran tensions escalate with new strikes despite a ceasefire. Iran struck Kuwait International Airport overnight, killing one person and leaving dozens more wounded. The regime cited these strikes as retaliation for U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, while the U.S. stated it acted in self-defense.

Iran launched deadly strikes on Kuwait targeting U.S. bases as self-defense. Trump says Iran talks are ongoing despite the attack.

Karmelo Anthony faces scrutiny over his self-defense claim in the fatal stabbing of Austin Metcalf. His lawyer may employ a key legal strategy to challenge the case against him.

Karmelo Anthony, 18, faces a first-degree murder charge for fatally stabbing 17-year-old Austin Metcalf during a confrontation at a Frisco high school track meet. Jury selection for Anthony's trial begins amid concerns about public misinformation and jurors' pre-formed opinions.