Longtime fugitive faces murder charges in 1971 San Quentin pistol case
A Marin County jury debated for a fourth day on whether Stephen Bingham, 44, helped ignite a bloody 1971 prison escape by slipping a 9mm pistol to Black Panther George Jackson during an Aug. 21, 1971, San Quentin attorney visit. If convicted on two murder counts and one conspiracy count, he could face life imprisonment.
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FDA halts over the counter capsules amid cyanide scare
Seattle report details Washington state action banning non prescription two part capsules for 90 days as federal agents probe cyanide contaminated capsules linked to Excedrin and Anacin products. The Pharmacy Board voted 6 to 0 with FDA opposition. Ten deaths since 1982 are tied to capsule tampering. Local stores and Auburn police keep quiet as investigations continue.
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Beverly Hills jewelry store hostage shootout leaves three dead
Sheriff says marksman mistook hostage for robber and fired the fatal shot. Hugh Skinner, 64, Van Cleef & Arpels manager, died in the Beverly Hills standoff on Rodeo Drive. Two other hostages were slain inside the store as autopsies began. The suspect, tied to two hostages, feigned death after Skinner was killed.
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