Balloon pilot with DUI past linked to deadly Texas crash
The hot air balloon pilot Alfred Nichols who died in the Lockhart crash had four DUI convictions in Missouri and spent time in prison. Investigators noted no clear link between drinking and the crash, while authorities and FAA safety experts discussed regulatory gaps for balloon pilots and medical reporting requirements. Nichols previously faced customer complaints over canceled rides and refunds, and had moved his operations from Missouri to Texas to continue flying.
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Texas hot air balloon crash kills 16 including anniversary couple
Dread rose as authorities identified 16 victims from the Saturday crash near Lockhart Texas, a couple celebrating 17 years of marriage a burn researcher and a mother with her own mother as a belated Mother's Day gift among the dead. Relatives publicized their loved ones' names and spoke of their lives and loss as frantic family calls went unanswered.
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Suspect in Downtown Austin Shooting Remains At Large
Police say a 24 year old man suspected of opening fire on Sixth Street in the Austin entertainment district killed a woman and wounded three others. A murder arrest warrant with a 2 million dollar bond was issued as the shooter remained at large. A witness reported the suspect was shoved by another man before the gun was drawn. Four bullet casings were found near the victim. The scene was described as chaotic.
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Odessa man, 19, accused of leaving kids near pool while napping
Odessa police arrested Joshua Ballard III, 19, on allegations he allowed his 1 and 3 year old daughters to go to the Fair Green Apartments pool while he napped. The children were found wandering toward the pool with a woman who contacted police. Ballard was released on 15000 bond. Other cases included a 30-year-old man charged after a confrontation with his girlfriend at the Sedona Ranch Apartments and a 18-year-old victim shot after a robbery on Woodlawn Drive. Police also reported a crash on Interstate 20 near Grandview Avenue with no injuries.
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