DEATH TOLL FROM KENYAN FLOODS RISES TO 62, POLICE SAY. (PHOTO).

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 Death toll from Kenyan floods rises to 62, police say A total of 62 people including eight ​children have died since heavy rains ‌and flooding hit Kenya's capital Nairobi and other areas ​late last week, police ​said, Reuters reported. The capital ⁠was the worst hit ​with 33 deaths, the force ​said in a statement on X that updated the official tally ​of casualties. More than ​2,000 families have been displaced across ‌Kenya ⁠and intense rain was continuing in several regions, it added. Aid workers started pulling ​bodies ​from floodwaters ⁠across Nairobi last Saturday after overnight ​flash floods swept away ​dozens ⁠of cars and disrupted flights at East Africa's ⁠biggest ​airport. A tally issued ​last Sunday put the death toll ​at 42.

FORMER NFL QUARTERBACK MARK SANCHEZ ARRESTED ON FELONY ASSAULT CHARGE. (PHOTO).


 Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez arrested on felony assault charge

Former NFL quarterback and Fox Sports commentator Mark Sanchez was released from an Indianapolis hospital on Sunday and immediately booked on a felony battery charge following an altercation with a 69-year-old truck driver last week, according to local authorities.

The 38-year-old Sanchez was taken into custody at the Marion County Jail and faced three additional misdemeanor charges. While booking photos are typically held until Monday, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department released his image on Sunday, citing significant public interest. Sanchez has since been released from jail.

The incident occurred in the early hours of Oct. 4 while Sanchez was in Indianapolis with his Fox Sports team to cover a game between the Las Vegas Raiders and the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium. Police said Sanchez allegedly confronted truck driver Perry Tole at a hotel loading dock over parking. The dispute escalated when Sanchez allegedly entered Tole’s truck, preventing him from calling for help, which led to a physical confrontation.

Court documents indicate Tole used pepper spray to defend himself and ultimately stabbed Sanchez, who suffered multiple stab wounds to his torso. Tole sustained a severe laceration to his cheek during the fight. Authorities described the incident as a “violent” and “unprovoked” attack. Tole has also filed a civil lawsuit against Sanchez and Fox Sports.

Sanchez’s lawyers previously secured permission for him to travel outside Indiana. His family released a statement expressing gratitude for the support they have received and noting that Sanchez is focused on his recovery as legal proceedings continue.


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