Body of 6-year-old boy who was reported missing was dumped in the Ohio river

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Monica Pop
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The news of the murder of a 6-year-old boy disturbed the country. Little James Robert Hutchinson was reported missing on Sunday and as millions of people who heard his mom’s pleas were praying for his safe return, investigators discovered that James was killed days before he went missing and it was his 29-year-old mother Brittany Gosney and her 42-year-old boyfriend Hamilton who did it.

James’ body was dumped in the Ohio River but it is believed that he was killed around 25 miles from the place.

“Upon further questioning of Brittany Gosney and her boyfriend James Hamilton, they now say that James was killed in Preble County a few days ago,” Middletown Police Chief David Birk said, according to WHIO7 News. “The child’s body was brought back to Middletown, where they live, and later put into the Ohio River.” 

The heavy rains and the snow melting made it difficult for investigators to determine the exact location of where James’ body was dumped. “The river is very high and treacherous, so we will not be disclosing the exact location in hopes of avoiding another tragic incident,” Birk said.

The mother and the boyfriend were both arrested. She is charged with murder, abuse of a corpse and tampering with evidence. Her boyfriend is also charged with abuse of a corpse and tampering with evidence.

In the home where the couple lived there were two more children, but they have been taken away from them.

We are so sorry such a young and charming boy died in such a manner. Rest in peace little one.

Teen murdered her wheelchair-bound sister while their parents were asleep

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“I stabbed my sister!” This is what the police at Manheim Township Police Department heard when ninth grader Claire E. Miller called 911 on February 22, 2021.

The officers arrived at the family home on Clayton Road in Manheim Township, Pennsylvania, to see 14-year-old Claire waiving at them as her hands were bloody. She then showed them where her sister was. The officers were shocked to see 19-year-old Helen Miller, who had cerebral palsy, lying on her back with a blood-stained pillow over her face. When they moved the pillow, they saw a knife stabbed in her neck, as reported by Lancaster Online.

According to the DA’s office, the murder took place in the night while the girls’ parents were sound asleep.

One of the neighbors, Sarah Delia, who didn’t know the family personally, described the incident as “shocking and tragic,” as per Fox 43. “It’s not the kind of thing we would expect in our neighborhood. It’s very quiet and peaceful,” she added.

Heather Adams, Lancaster County District Attorney, said via e-mail, “This certainly is an incredibly tragic and unusual case. Our sympathies are with this family as they try to cope with the impact of this crime. Investigators will continue to process and analyze evidence to determine the circumstances that led to the victim’s death.”

It has been reported that Claire was taken into custody and charged with first degree murder. She’s currently held without bail at the Lancaster County Prison.

Source: lancaster.crimewatchpa.com 

The motive behind the killing remains unknown. “The investigators are going to be asking those types of questions,” Manheim Township Police Chief, Tom Rudzinski, told ABC 27 News. “Conducting those interviews of everybody that was involved, and trying to determine a timeline exactly what that would have lead to this awful event.”

Helen was receiving educational services from a school within the district. The spokesperson of the school offering those services said: “We were so saddened to learn of Helen’s tragic and unexpected passing. Our hearts go out to the family and friends of the Miller family. This is a devastating tragedy.”

Rest in peace, Helen.

Teen is volunteering at a veteran retirement home and is making a huge change in the residents’ lives

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Monica Pop
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When I stumble upon uplifting stories about young people who are doing all in their power to be the change they want to see in the world, my heart is full of respect. It is then that I realize that we shouldn’t worry about the future of this Earth.

Meet Aiden Knaus, a charming young man from Minnesota whom everyone loves. Besides spending time studying and hanging out with his friends, Aiden also cheers up the elderly at the local retirement home. The residents enjoy every second they spend around this loving boy. He makes their days a bit brighter, listens to their life stories, and charms them with his witty remarks. His mom says of him that he’s a “gift of gab,” and if you see the video below, you’ll learn why.

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During his first year of volunteering, 13-year-old Aiden “spent more than 160 hours pushing veterans in their wheelchairs back and forth to therapy, the canteen and the chapel,” as reported by the Humankind. We have to say that’s pretty impressive.

Aiden’s mom, Tanya Hundeby, says, “I didn’t know that he could thrive in something like this. School’s been hard for him.”

Take a look at the whole story in the video below. You are going to love it.

Cute girl sings her boxer puppy a lullaby to sleep

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Kids and dogs! Honestly, I can’t think of anything cuter than that. It’s a well known fact that dogs make great friends, but when it comes to kids, that relation is even more special.

Not only young children turn into better humans when they grow up with a furry pal by their side, but the dogs get to be spoiled too as they are surrounded by the most innocent and purest form of love. On top of that, they get to share a bunch of treats and lots of cuddles with their human siblings.

Source: Facebook/Paige Jolley Bumgarner

Four-year-old Marleigh and her four-legged companion Fiona love each other to the moon and back. Their days are filled with fun time and a very special activity that stole the hearts of many.

Namely, Fiona loves taking naps, and she does it in the most comfortable place possible, her sister’s arms. Little Marleigh rocks Fiona gently back and forth and even sings to her whenever she feels sleepy.

Luckily, the girl’s mom, Paige Jolley Bumgarner took a video of the two friends sharing a precious moment together and shared it for the rest of the world to see it.

Source: Facebook/Paige Jolley Bumgarner

The video starts with Marleigh singing the lyrics:

“Jesus loves me, this I know,
For the Bible tells me so
Little ones to him belong,
They are weak, but he is strong”

Fiona listens very carefully and enjoys Marleigh’s angelic voice.

Source: Facebook/Paige Jolley Bumgarner

The cutest thing is that the girl is aware she’s treating her dog the right way and could be heard saying: “I’m a good sister, mama.”

Her mom, who is obviously proud of her caring and loving daughter, answers: “You’re the best.”

Fiona isn’t just Marleigh’s pet, but she’s her bestie who gets all the love a young child can ever give to someone.

Source: Facebook/Paige Jolley Bumgarner

Fiona is now sound asleep, but Marleigh suddenly sneezes a couple of times and wakes her without wanting that. Sweet Fiona opens her eyes and pulls her head up, but once she realizes she’s still in her favorite person’s arms, she goes back to sleep.

Along with the cute video of these lovely friends, Paige wrote, “This is why this dog is so spoiled.”

Source: Facebook/Paige Jolley Bumgarner

It didn’t really come as a surprise that the video has been shared more than 600,000 times. People were quick to comment how the bond between the girl and the puppy triggered all of the right emotions in them. This is what one woman wrote: “This is so precious children can be taught to be good to fur babies although I think it came very natural with this little girl it definitely shows her parents have showered her with kindness and love❤️”

Another person added: “Oh how adorable is that just like a little mommy.”

Source: Facebook/Paige Jolley Bumgarner

Paige was touched by all the messages praising her daughter and her parenting, although she knows no one is perfect:

“While I am so grateful for these kind messages, the truth is I fail everyday. I fail the Lord and I fail Marleigh. I don’t feel worthy of all these sweet comments but I do know we have taught Marleigh we love everyone just like Jesus does. We hope she continues to show Jesus’ love the rest of her life. ❤️❤️ Thank you all again for all your sweet messages and comments!” Paige wrote.

Take a look at the adorable video below and make sure you share it with your friends.

Dance group performs mesmerizing human kaleidoscope routine to “Bohemian Rhapsody”

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Monica Pop
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Simultaneous dance performances have always been my favorite. Watching a group of people moving with incredible precision and in a perfect harmony is pretty mesmerizing. On top of that, it takes a lot of time and effort to master such routines. 

Black Diamonds are a Drill Dance team whose latest performance has gone viral and took a lot of breaths away. At first glance, these team resembles that of cheerleaders, but they are far from that. Instead of jumping and performing different stunts, Drill Dancers move at the same time throughout most of the routine. 

Wearing matching outfits consisting of half black and half colored print and holding neon orange props with huge feathers, they opted for Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” and stole many hearts. 

What Black Diamonds offered is so precise and unique that they did a great job and actually won the Australian National Championship. 

Their drill moves combined with Dance/Prop section brought Freddie’s lyrics to life. Honestly, we don’t believe they could have chosen a better piece of music than this one. 

At one moment, the group resembles a silhouette which forms a line and performs a sequence that reminds us of a mirror reflection. Next, they move further from one another and pretend their feathers to be their skirts. 

All the flawless dance sequences that Black Diamond pulled off in front of the staring eyes of the audience made them the stars of the competition. What’s most, they truly did justice to the everlasting piece of music that is still regarded one of the greatest rock hits of all time. 

These ladies showed talent, impeccable skills, and absolute confidence. It sure took them a lot of time and energy to excel the choreography, but the outcome was all worth it. They didn’t only end up winning the first prize, but people’s admiration as well.

As the melody comes to an end, the group forms what looks like a huge rotating flower, and the sight is just mesmerizing. This truly is a dance routine to remember, we are sure you don’t want to miss it. 

Police officer shot dead after argument over a face mask escalated during a high school basketball game

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Tulane University police officer and a reserve deputy constable Martinus Mitchum was shot dead on Friday after an argument over a mask escalated during a basketball match in New Orleans.

Mitchum worked as a security during the high school basketball game when the shooter, later identified as John Shallerhorn, was trying to enter the place without a mask. After he was confronted by one of the school staff members, he started acting violently.

Our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of Cpl. M. Mitchum. #tulaneu #tulaneemergency

Posted by Tulane University Police Department on Saturday, 27 February 2021

Officer Mitchum tried to intervene and brought Shallerhorn outside, but it was then that the suspect pulled out a gun and shot Mitchum in the chest. He was rushed to the hospital but nothing could be done. The officer was pronounced dead.

One of Officer Mitchum’s long time friends, Jason Bertrand, spoke to Khan saying, “I feel like Mitch saved lives last night because we don’t know what that gentleman really was coming in there to do. There was kids in there, families in there. What could you be going into a high basketball with a gun?”

Before shooting Officer Mitchum, Shallerhorn robbed a man outside the school and is now facing charges of armed robbery and first-degree murder of a police officer. If found guilty, he will likely serve a life in prison and even a death penalty.

Officer Mitchum died a hero. May he rest in peace.

Toddler dies in agony after her parents drench her in boiling water for soiled diaper

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Monica Pop
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A two-year-old girl named Maddilyn-Rose Stokes was forced to suffer unbearable pain after her parents punished her for soiling her diaper by putting her in boiling water. The injuries the girl sustained were so severe that she died five days after she was cruelly hurt.

The incident took place on May 20, 2017, but the parents were only given prison time this year.

Maddilyn-Rose was reported to had died in agony as her untreated injuries were third degree burns which her parents, Shane David Stokes, 33, and Nicole Betty Moore, 26, tried to heal with aloe vera gel and bandages. When paramedics arrived in the family’s home, Maddilyn-Rose was unconscious. She was taken to the hospital but died shortly after.

Authorities who also arrived at the scene found bloody bandages and mattresses all over the place. “She would have been in misery and pain, unable to walk,” prosecutor Sarah Farnden told the court. “She would have been dehydrated and weak before becoming delirious and falling unconscious before going into cardiac arrest.”

According to the medical reports, the dad had given poor Maddilyn-Rose antidepressants so that she wouldn’t scream. The mother’s lawyers claimed she didn’t hurt her daughter and even considered calling an ambulance.

Eventually, both Moore and Stokes pleaded guilty and were sentenced to nine years and six months and eleven years respectively.

During their sentencing, Judge David Jackson said the toddler’s death was “dreadful and beyond tragic.” He also said, “Your concerns were for yourselves, at your daughter’s expense – it cost your daughter’s life. The greatest tragedy is that had you taken her promptly to hospital, called triple zero, her life would have been saved and she would have received proper pain relief. She would not have had to endure almost five days of excruciating pain suffered by the victim of untreated and serious burns – you both bear full responsibility.”

Many believe that these two, who don’t even deserve to be called a mother and a father, should have been sentenced to life in prison.

Rest in peace, Maddilyn-Rose.

Representational Cover Image Source: Getty Images/Jill Tindall

Groom recites vows to his bride and her sister with Down Syndrome

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Having a sister means having a best friend for life. Ashley and Hannah know that best. These two are inseparable and do everything together. Ashley knew Hannah would be part of her life forever since the day the little sister was born. She has Down Syndrome and diabetes, but Ashley makes sure she never misses any of the beauties life brings.
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When Ashley got involved with Will, the love of her life, she made it clear from the start that her little sister would be part of their life, and if he loved her, he had to accept that. Will was happy to embrace Hannah in his life because he knew how important she was for his girlfriend.
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Over the years, Will and Ashley’s relationship became more serious and he was ready to take the next step and pop the question. But he wanted to do it in a way that would include lovely Hannah in the whole story. He planned a photoshoot and got down on one knee asking Ashley to be his wife.
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She was over the moon and said yes to the bright future ahead with Will. But then something really amazing happened. Will turned to Hannah and asked her if she would be his best friend forever. He got another yes and these two sisters made him the happiest man on Earth. But it wasn’t the end of the surprise. He was about to prepare for his soulmate’s sister something she will never forget.
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On the big day, when the bride and the groom were about to exchange their wedding vows, Will have prepared some special words for Hannah as well. What he promised her is so touching it will melt your heart.
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Take a peek at the amazing wedding ceremony in the video below.
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