A 3-YEAR-OLD BOY WAS STRUCK BY GUNFIRE AS POLICE BURST INTO A BARRICADED ROOM, ENDING A FRIGHTENING HOSTAGE SITUATION.(PHOTO).
A Mother's Day Nightmare in Princeton, Illinois. A 3-year-old boy was struck by gunfire as police burst into a barricaded room, ending a frightening hostage situation. Multiple agencies responded to the Hummingbird Mobile Home Park in Princeton, Illinois, on Sunday, May 10th at 2:42 a.m. The initial call went out as a domestic disturbance but officers discovered much worse. 42-year-old, Anthony Rodriguez, had barricaded himself in a room armed with a knife. Anthony had taken several people as hostages, including Aurora Almanza and her 3-year-old son. Multiple agencies were on the scene, including the Bureau County Sheriff's Office, Illinois State Police and the Princeton Police Department. Authorities attempted to negotiate but ultimately rushed the room when they heard screaming coming from inside. Officials have reported that officers fired shots as they entered the room. Anthony Rodriguez was hit and was neutralized. Sadly, Aurora Almanza's t...
Lagos State Governor,Mr Akinwunmi Ambode today tuesday applauded Governor Oshiomole for the people-oriented projects commissioned at the twilight of his administration,saying the completion of the projects at a time when Nigeria was facing economic challenges was an eloquent display of astute,prudent and visionary leadership.Governor Ambode,who spoke when he commissioned the newly rebuilt Itohan Girls Grammar School,Sapele Road,Benin City,to mark the end of Governor Adams Oshiomole's administration,also announced full university scholarship to two best graduating students of the school.Alluding to the fact that education is the bedrock of the society,Governor Ambode said the commissioning of secondary school with modern facilities and top class university underscored the importance which Governor Oshiomole attached to education.He said: '' Governor Oshiomole understands leadership and the needs of his people.He understands the concept of inclusive governance and making sure nobody is left behind.The projects commissioned today have demonstrated the government of inclusion which this administration has been running.This is very remarkable and it is very significant because this is one Governor that actually started well and is ending very strong.Roads have been commissioned in areas that needed government attention and presence.We are very sure these roads will open up communities and even joining three local governments together and also accelerate growth and development.Governor Oshiomole has set high standards in Edo State and he has actually and visibly turn around the fortunes of Edo State.Posterity and all Nigerians will remember comrade Oshiomole very favourable.The truth is this: Our country needs people like Comrade Oshiomole especially at this critical time in our history,'' Governor Ambode said.More photos below.
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