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A Clyde Township man, 44-year-old Thomas Hinkle, was arrested for distributing child pornography online, facing six felony charges. Michigan State Police seized his digital devices, uncovering several illegal files. The charges include promoting child sexual material and using a computer to commit crimes. Hinkle’s court date is set for October 22nd. Authorities are urging parents to discuss online safety with your children, recommending resources like the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children and Michigan’s Internet Crimes Task Force to prevent online threats locally.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

16 year old Carmello Wilson was found guilty of second-degree murder after fatally shooting KC Curtis Cureton, 19, during a confrontation on Lapeer Avenue in Port Huron. Arrested in July ’23, Wilson was also convicted of resisting arrest and using a firearm in a felony. The jury’s verdict avoided a first-degree murder charge, which requires premeditation, but Wilson still faces a life sentence. Wilson claimed self-defense, saying he feared Cureton, but the prosecution disputed his account. Sentencing is set for December 12th in Circuit Court.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and an upcoming local event is offering the community a chance to take action. The “Taking a Shot at Breast Cancer” initiative is hosting its annual Pink Tie Gala on October 18th at the Blue Water Convention Center, aiming to raise both awareness and funds for breast cancer research.

The gala will bring together a diverse group of attendees, including survivors, advocates, and local community members, all united in the fight against breast cancer. Organizers hope the event will highlight the ongoing need for research funding and provide crucial resources for individuals and families affected by the disease.

With breast cancer impacting millions worldwide, events like this play a vital role in the push for a cure. Attendees are encouraged to register early to secure a place at this important gathering.

For more information or to register, visit TakingAShotAtBreastCancer.org. The event promises an evening of unity, awareness, and hope in the ongoing battle against breast cancer.

A two-vehicle crash occurred Monday morning in Lexington Township, Sanilac County, when a 26-year-old Minden City man driving a Ford pickup rear-ended a stopped garbage truck on Lakeshore Road near Harrington Road. The garbage truck, driven by a 58-year-old Gagetown woman, had its caution lights on at the time. Both drivers were taken to Port Huron McLaren for treatment. Authorities confirmed that neither drugs nor alcohol were involved in the crash.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

Carmello Wilson testified in a St. Clair County court that he shot 19-year-old KC Curtis Cureton in self-defense after months of alleged threats from Cureton. However, during cross-examination, Wilson admitted not seeing a knife when he shot Cureton, despite claiming earlier that he believed Cureton had one. The defense argued Wilson acted out of fear, while the prosecution questioned the credibility of his claims. Wilson faces life in prison if convicted.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet

A former Macomb County Sheriff’s sergeant, James Stanley, is set to receive a $250,000 payout after a federal appeals court upheld a jury’s decision that the county retaliated against him. Stanley’s First Amendment rights were violated when he faced backlash for supporting Sheriff Wickersham’s opponent in the ’12 election. Stanley had sued the county after a series of demotions and criminal charges, all of which were eventually dismissed. The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals confirmed the jury’s verdict, finalizing Stanley’s award after years of legal battles.

Reporting for WGRT – JP bZet