Gun homicides fall since 1990s peak amid national debate
Government and Pew studies show gun related homicides dropping from 1993 to 2011 and 1993 to 2010 respectively, with non fatal gun crimes down about 70 percent. Analysts credit aging boomers and broader crime declines, while Senate debate on background checks continues.
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Phone theft and break-ins reported in multiple incidents
Police were called Monday to SE Main Street where a Samsung Galaxy 3 valued at 700 dollars was taken from a vehicle. At Allsup's on North Main a man was seen testing door handles with no theft reported. A backpack was damaged at East Sky Loop with items valued at 250 dollars. A 1993 blue Jeep Cherokee was stolen from South Pine Avenue, valued at 2000 dollars. An arrest was made for aggravated burglary at West McGaffey Street. items including a gaming system two firearms and ammunition valued at 657 dollars were stolen, with 500 dollars recovered. A theft from a garage on Richardson Avenue involved tools worth 1350 dollars. Crime Stoppers offers anonymous tips at 888-594-TIPS.
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Animal Services clarifies litter permit limits under new ordinance
Animal Services supervisor Joseph Pacheco explains that households may obtain up to two litter permits per year even with multiple pets. Requests for more than two in a year require a breeders’ permit.
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Immigration bill debate focuses on border security and costs
Senators Rubio and Paul spar over border controls while Durbin defends measures as DHS testifies on security gains. The bill seeks 5.5 billion for surveillance and 3500 new Border Patrol officers to reach 100 percent surveillance and 90 percent crossers blocked, amid questions spurred by the Boston Marathon case and visa issues.
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Roswell woman Lisa Smith dies. police records show domestic violence history
APD reports Lisa Smith died after domestic disputes in Roswell. Patrick Smith with alias Stormy Smith and Chris Doughty has a history of domestic violence with multiple battery arrests. latest charge was scheduled in Chaves County District Court in February.
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Correction on Cerney art project location six miles south of Roswell
An erratum notes John Cerney's art installation is about six miles south of Roswell on U S 285 and should be viewed from the south side, correcting a prior report that stated it was north of Roswell.
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