Results for: Weapon Possession

Violence and poor behavior among students have escalated in recent years, according to teaching unions. The government reported a record number of school suspensions and permanent exclusions in England in 2023. A poll by the NASUWT union revealed that 89% of teachers observed an increase in violent and abusive behavior from students. Following a stabbing incident at Amman Valley School in Wales, union leaders emphasized the need for ensuring staff and student safety. The attack at a school in Gloucestershire last year and the tragic stabbing of a teacher in Leeds a decade ago highlight the ongoing issue of weapon possession and violence in educational settings.

A 21-year-old man, Dondrey Jackson, allegedly robbed a motorist on Bergen Avenue in Jersey City on Tuesday afternoon, stealing a van at knifepoint. Within a mile, a police officer spotted the vehicle and seized it, resulting in Jackson’s arrest.

A woman in the UK, identified as 30-year-old Rebecca Lowe, was involved in an altercation with her neighbors over dog waste. The argument became physical, with Lowe being assaulted and dragged down her garden path. In response, she threatened her neighbors with a samurai sword. When police arrived, Lowe pleaded guilty to possession of an offensive weapon and was sentenced to community service, rehabilitation, and fines. The incident highlights the potential consequences of unresolved disputes and the importance of responsible pet ownership.