Friday, July 31, 2026
Friday, July 31, 2026

One deceased in Barron after shots fired, video of homicide posted to Snapchat – WKBT

CITY OF BARRON, Wis. (WKBT) -- Authorities responded to a report of shots fired at a residence at 650 Candy Lane on Wednesday, according to a release. Upon arrival, officers found a deceased male and wounded female. After securing the residence, officers located the suspect with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Life saving measures were performed on all individuals. The female victim was taken to a local hospital and her condition is unknown. The suspect was also taken to a medical facility, and his condition is also unknown. Officials are also aware of a video posted to Snapchat showing the homicide and are working with the company to remove it. There is no danger to the public at this time. ​COPYRIGHT 2025 BY NEWS 8 NOW/NEWS 8000. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. THIS MATERIAL MAY NOT BE PUBLISHED, BROADCAST, REWRITTEN OR REDISTRIBUTED.

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UPDATE: One person dead, two others hurt after shooting in Barron – WEAU

BARRON COUNTY, Wis. (WEAU) - More information is now known about the scene in Barron County Wednesday afternoon. According to a press release from the Barron County Sheriff’s Department, officers located a deceased male and a wounded female at the residence. They also located the suspect with what appeared to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound. The female victim was transported to Barron Mayo Hospital and her is condition is unknown. The suspect was also transported to a medical facility and their condition is unknown. They are also aware of the Snapchat video and are working with Snapchat to remove the video. There is no threat to the public. Their thoughts are with the families and everyone involved with this incident. A law enforcement presence is visible near 650 Candy Lane in Barron County. Active law enforcement scene in Barron County (WEAU) Our videographer is on scene and can see the Barron County Mobile Command Unit, yellow caution tape and multiple unmarked vehicles with police lights on. According to a Facebook post by the School District of Turtle Lake, the shooter was a former student and apparently shared graphic video of the shooting on Snapchat and students could have seen the

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Backstage or backseat? Snapchat’s pitch to creators faces reality check ‘behind the curtains’

New Delhi: While Instagram and YouTube thrive in the spotlight, Snapchat positions itself as the “backstage” of social media. That was the pitch at Snapchat’s Delhi chapter of Creators Connect, where the platform reminded creators that it is less about polished perfection and more about quick, candid moments. Instead of carefully planned and produced content, Snapchat is where you can open the camera, share what is happening in the moment, and keep it raw. To bring this idea to life, Snap put three of its leading Delhi creators on stage: Shreyas Mendiratta, Vaibhav Navlani, and Amulya Rattan. And fittingly, BuzzInContent.com caught up with the three “Snapstars” backstage, which, in a way, is where everything about Snapchat makes the most sense. Brands, ads, and the balancing act Mendiratta, who has more than 4 lakh followers on Snapchat, explained, “Snapchat requires creators to capture a lot of raw, unfiltered, or heavily filtered content and be very open.” The challenge, though, lies in getting brands to stick in a platform built around fleeting stories. “Brand integration on the platform can be very momentary, especially within Snap Stories, since they are so easy to skip. Therefore, a creator must demonstrate enough aptitude to get

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Kansas AG files lawsuit in Washington County court | Backroads News

Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach filed a lawsuit Sept. 23 against Snap Inc., the parent company of social media platform Snapchat, accusing the app’s creators of harming teenagers.He said the company designed the social media platform “with manipulative features that prey on the mental health of our children.” He said Snapchat has been marketed as safe for teens.“We all... To access content, please login or purchase a subscription.

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Teen arrested after shooting and robbery during Snapchat meetup in Eastford | fox61.com

Investigators learned the victim planned to meet with the suspect for a transaction. State police said they arranged the meetup through Snapchat. EASTFORD, Conn — Connecticut State Police arrested a Woodstock man Sunday who allegedly shot and robbed a person during a Snapchat meetup in Eastford. King Michael Adoty, 19, of Woodstock, is facing charges of assault in the first degree, robbery in the first degree, reckless endangerment in the second degree, larceny in the sixth degree, carrying a pistol without a permit and illegal possession of a large capacity magazine. At 8:50 p.m. Saturday, state police from Troop D said they received a 911 call from a man reporting that he was shot and robbed in Eastford. Troopers, along with the Eastford Fire Department, found him with a gunshot wound to the leg. Emergency medical crews then provided aid before bringing him to the hospital. Investigators learned the victim planned to meet with a person known as "Adoty" for a transaction. State police said they arranged the meetup through Snapchat. The victim told troopers that during the meeting, the suspect went into his car, took out a handgun and shot the victim before taking off from the scene with

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Ex-Boston police sergeant pleads not guilty to child rape in Suffolk Superior Court

Local News Paul Downey is accused of raping a 14-year-old boy after communicating over Snapchat to negotiate sex and payment. Paul Downey stands with his back to the courtroom during his arraignment at Dorchester Municipal Court on June 30, 2025. Boston25 Share Share Send this article to your social connections. A former Boston police sergeant charged with raping a 14-year-old boy pleaded not guilty in superior court Friday and was released on bail, according to court records. Paul Downey, 58, was initially arraigned on four counts of aggravated rape of a minor, two counts of paying for sex with a child under 18, and two counts of electronically enticing a child for commercial sex in Boston Municipal Court in June.   He was indicted in Suffolk Superior Court earlier this month on the same charges. He pleaded not guilty on Friday. Boston police placed Downey on administrative leave when the charges came to light in June, police said at the time. He has since retired, a spokesperson for the police told Boston.com. Downey is accused of raping a 14-year-old boy after communicating over Snapchat to negotiate sex and payment. They met up twice, prosecutors said, where Downey would pick up the

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Electronic Arts in talks for $50 billion buyout with investors: Report – The Tech Portal

Credits: Wikimedia Commons Electronic Arts is reportedly close to a major deal that would take the company private in a transaction valued at around $50 billion. The company, known for popular franchises like FIFA (now FC), Madden NFL, and The Sims, would see a dramatic shift in its corporate structure if the buyout is completed. A group of investors, including the private equity firm Silver Lake and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, is leading the negotiations, reports the Wall Street Journal. Notably, EA’s market value currently sits around $43 billion, but the $50 billion offer suggests investors are confident in the company’s long-term profitability and growth prospects. Negotiations are reportedly ongoing regarding the final terms, and a formal announcement could come in the near future. Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which owns a stake in EA through its Savvy Games Group, is a key player in the deal. The fund has been increasingly active in the global gaming industry as part of its broader strategy to diversify the Saudi economy beyond oil. Its involvement in the EA buyout highlights the country’s ambition to become a major force in international gaming, using strategic investments to expand its influence in the sector.

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