Bombing leaves 3 dead and 144 injured, including boy
Police report three killed in the bombing with an eight year old among the dead. Hospitals treat at least 144 wounded, 17 in critical condition, suffering broken bones, shrapnel, and ruptured eardrums. Mass General's Alisdair Conn calls carnage unprecedented in civilian life.
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Boston Marathon runners react to explosions
Josh and his parents hurried back to their hotel to share they are safe. Aiken resident Betty Ryberg, a Boston Marathon runner since 1988, said she nearly cried while watching news of the explosions and prayed for all affected runners.
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ATF-led Traffic Stop Incident Tied to Possible Federal Charges
Investigators say the Friday incident near Interstate 20 at a West Martintown Road Waffle House began with a traffic stop and is a joint ATF RAGE Unit probe with local agencies. Details remain limited while authorities consider federal charges and assault of an ATF agent. The Aiken County Sheriff’s Office did not comment.
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Ponzi scheme allegations target Compass Academy investors
Circuit Court hears that Compass Academy investors are split into three classes with different levels of involvement. The complaint details misuse of funds, including $80,000 from Investor A and over $50,000 from Investor B, with purchases at PetsMart, Great Clips, Marriott Hotels, and trips to Target. Jay and Tracy Brooks face multiple fraud and securities counts, while a receiver will be appointed to recover assets and assess funding for construction.
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