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March 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM

Montana woman reflects on her miraculous survival after getting shot several times

Ashley Van Hemert tells "20/20" about the fateful 2018 night her roommate's estranged husband barged into their home, killed his wife and left her for dead.
March 14, 2025 at 11:00 AM
 Ashley Van Hemert, who survived a shooting in January 2018 by her roommate’s estranged husband, is seen seven years later with her dog, Bronson.
March 13, 2025 at 7:10 PM

Dad gunned down in home invasion, 13-year-old son calls 911

Authorities are searching for the man who broke into a Los Angeles-area house and gunned down a father while his wife and son were home, officials said.
March 13, 2025 at 7:10 PM
A man was shot and killed by an intruder at his home in Arcadia, California, on March 11, 2025.
March 13, 2025 at 6:46 AM

Man shot outside Chicago's O'Hare Airport following altercation

At least one person has been shot outside Chicago O'Hare International Airport early Wednesday morning, police said.
March 13, 2025 at 6:46 AM
Police work the scene of a shooting at O'Hare International Airport, March 12, 2025, in Chicago.
March 12, 2025 at 1:20 PM

Man shot outside Chicago's O’Hare Airport

A 25-year-old man was shot near the arrivals area of Terminal 2 early Wednesday morning during an altercation involving multiple people, police said.
March 12, 2025 at 1:20 PM
VIDEO: Man shot outside Chicago's O’Hare Airport
March 11, 2025 at 9:50 PM

InfoWars reporter shot dead outside his apartment

A homicide investigation is underway after a reporter for the conspiracy theory platform InfoWars was shot dead outside his apartment complex in Austin, Texas.
March 11, 2025 at 9:50 PM
A homicide investigation is underway after a reporter for the conspiracy theory platform InfoWars was shot dead outside his apartment complex in Austin, Texas.
March 10, 2025 at 7:52 PM

Florida teen arrested for school shooting threat

Officials said the online video showed the teen with several guns, which later turned out to be highly realistic Airsoft replicas, claiming he was going to "shoot up" a school.
March 10, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Officials said the online video showed the teen with several guns, which later turned out to be highly realistic Airsoft replicas, claiming he was going to "shoot up" a school.
March 9, 2025 at 2:09 AM

14-year-old charged after officer killed in shootout

A 14-year-old is facing multiple charges, including murder, after a New Jersey detective was fatally shot. At least four others were detained. ABC News' Ike Ejiochi reports.
March 9, 2025 at 2:09 AM
VIDEO: 14-year-old charged after officer killed in shootout
March 9, 2025 at 2:06 AM

14-year-old charged in shooting death of NJ officer

A 14-year-old boy has been arrested and charged with murder in the death of a Newark, New Jersey, police officer after shots were exchanged between police and a group on Friday night.
March 9, 2025 at 2:06 AM
VIDEO: 14-year-old charged in shooting death of NJ officer
March 9, 2025 at 2:05 AM

Manhunt for Toronto gunman

At least 12 people have been injured in a shooting at a pub in Toronto on Friday night, police said.
March 9, 2025 at 2:05 AM
VIDEO: Manhunt for Toronto gunman
March 8, 2025 at 8:40 PM

12 injured in mass shooting at pub in Toronto

At least 12 people have been injured in a shooting at a pub in Toronto on Friday night, police said.
March 8, 2025 at 8:40 PM
Toronto Police investigate a shooting at the Piper Arms Pub near the Scarborough Town Centre in Toronto on March 8, 2025.
March 8, 2025 at 10:13 AM

Shooting at Toronto pub wounds at least 12 people, police say

Canadian police say a dozen people were injured in a shooting at a pub in eastern Toronto
March 8, 2025 at 10:13 AM
March 8, 2025 at 5:57 AM

New Jersey police officer killed, 2nd officer wounded in shooting, authorities say

A Newark, New Jersey, police officer has been killed and another was wounded in a shooting
March 8, 2025 at 5:57 AM
March 5, 2025 at 4:52 AM

1 employee dead in shooting at USPS center, suspect at large: Police

Police responded to a shooting incident at a USPS Processing and Distribution Center in Washington. An adult male victim succumbed to gunshots while the shooter fled.
March 5, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Priority mail packages sit on a conveyor belt at a United States Postal Service Processing and Distribution Center on Dec. 19, 2018.
March 3, 2025 at 7:48 AM

Alleged suspect potentially at large after shooting at Southern University

Southern University and A&M College is a historically Black university system located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
March 3, 2025 at 7:48 AM
In this screen grab from a video, first responders are shown at the scene of al shooting at Southern University in Baton Rouge, La., on March 2, 2025.
March 1, 2025 at 4:06 PM

PA officer killed in hospital shooting honored

Hundreds of fellow officers, as well as friends and family, showed up to remember West York police officer Andrew Duarte after he was shot while responding to an incident at a hospital.
March 1, 2025 at 4:06 PM
VIDEO: PA officer killed in hospital shooting honored
February 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM

Family prepares for funeral of officer killed in Pennsylvania hospital shooting

A procession with law enforcement officers is planned for the funeral of a Pennsylvania police officer who was shot and killed while responding to an attack on a hospital intensive care unit
February 28, 2025 at 9:00 AM
This undated photo provided by the Denver Police Department shows Andrew Duarte who served as a Denver police officer from 2017 to 2022. (Denver Police Department via AP)
February 28, 2025 at 2:39 AM

Police hunt for suspect accused of targeting insurance company CEO

Authorities say a hooded suspect was seen on surveillance footage firing into the Lake Oswego, Oregon, home of SAIF CEO Chip Terhune. No one was hurt in the incident.
February 28, 2025 at 2:39 AM
VIDEO: Police hunt for suspect accused of targeting insurance company CEO
February 24, 2025 at 11:21 PM

Virginia Beach police chief says 2 of his officers were 'executed'

A convicted felon "executed" two Virginia police officers at point-blank range following a weekend traffic stop, authorities said.
February 24, 2025 at 11:21 PM
Virginia Beach police chief says 2 of his officers were 'executed'
February 24, 2025 at 12:54 PM

Motive revealed in hospital shooting that left 1 officer dead, 5 injured

The suspect, Diogenes Archangel Ortiz, entered the hospital with handgun and zip ties Saturday morning and took several staff members hostage, state officials said.
February 24, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Police are on the scene of an incident at UPMC Memorial Hospital, Feb. 22, 2025, in York, Pa.
February 24, 2025 at 4:55 AM

1 dead, 5 injured in shooting in Pennsylvania hospital’s ICU 

ABC New’s Christiane Cordero provides the latest updates in a deadly hospital hostage situation in Pennsylvania.
February 24, 2025 at 4:55 AM
1 dead, 5 injured in shooting in Pennsylvania hospital’s ICU 
February 23, 2025 at 3:04 PM

Urgent investigation after hostage situation shooting at Pennsylvania hospital

One officer was killed and five people were wounded in a hostage situation and shootout at a Pennsylvania hospital, state officials said.
February 23, 2025 at 3:04 PM
VIDEO: Urgent investigation after hostage situation shooting at Pennsylvania hospital
February 23, 2025 at 3:41 AM

Deadly shooting at Pennsylvania hospital

Police say a suspect carrying a handgun and zip ties entered the ICU at UPMC Memorial Hospital in York, Pennsylvania, and took several staff members hostage.
February 23, 2025 at 3:41 AM
VIDEO: Deadly shooting at Pennsylvania hospital
February 23, 2025 at 1:40 AM

Active shooter ‘neutralized’ at PA hospital

Multiple people were injured in a shooting at a hospital in York County, Pennsylvania, on Saturday, according to law enforcement. No patients were injured, the hospital said.
February 23, 2025 at 1:40 AM
VIDEO: Active shooter ‘neutralized’ at PA hospital
February 23, 2025 at 12:30 AM

1 airman dead, another wounded in shooting near New Mexico Air Force base

A shooting early Saturday morning near an Air Force Base in Albuquerque, New Mexico, left one airman dead and another wounded, authorities said.
February 23, 2025 at 12:30 AM
In this screen grab from Google Maps Street View, the sign for Kirtland Air Force Base is shown in Albuquerque, NM.
February 21, 2025 at 11:16 PM

3 shot dead outside driver's licensing office in Louisville, suspect at large

The male victim died at the scene. Two females died at the hospital.
February 21, 2025 at 11:16 PM
The male victim died at the scene. Two females died at the hospital.
February 21, 2025 at 9:52 PM

3 shot dead outside driver's licensing office, suspect at large

Three people were shot and killed in a parking lot outside a driver's licensing office in Louisville, Kentucky, on Friday, police said.
February 21, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Police work the scene of a shooting outside a driver's licensing office in Louisville, Kentucky, Feb. 21, 2025.
February 20, 2025 at 5:23 PM

Andrew Lester dies while awaiting sentencing for shooting of Ralph Yarl

Andrew Lester, the man who pleaded guilty to felony assault in the second degree for the shooting of Ralph Yarl, died while awaiting sentencing.
February 20, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Booking photo provided by the Clay County, Mo., Sheriff's Office of Andrew Lester.
February 20, 2025 at 2:08 PM

2 Texas girls in custody after FBI, cops disrupt possible 'mass casualty' school plot

The FBI arrested two teenage girls plotting a “mass casualty attack” using pipe bombs and guns targeting Memorial High School in Harris County, Texas, police said.
February 20, 2025 at 2:08 PM
February 19, 2025 at 6:27 PM

Miami man arrested after shooting 2 men he mistakenly believed were Palestinian

A Florida man has been arrested and charged for shooting 17 bullets at two men who he thought were Palestinians.
February 19, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Mordechai Brafman is shown in this booking photo taken Feb. 16, 2025.
1 month ago

Ralph Yarl’s family on Kansas City shooter’s plea deal

ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks to the mother and aunt of now-18-year-old Ralph Yarl who was shot almost two years ago after ringing Andrew Lester’s doorbell, not realizing he was at the wrong house.
1 month ago
Ralph Yarl’s family on Kansas City shooter’s plea deal
1 month ago

Yarl shooting suspect strikes plea deal, pleads guilty to second-degree assault

Andrew Lester pleaded guilty to second-degree assault charges against Ralph Yarl in a 10-minute Missouri court hearing on Friday.
1 month ago
VIDEO: Yarl shooting suspect strikes plea deal, pleads guilty to second-degree assault
1 month ago

Indiana teen arrested for allegedly plotting a mass shooting

A tip to an anonymous hotline leads to arrest of teenager in central Indiana who police say was plotting to carry out a mass shooting at her high school on Friday.
1 month ago
In this booking photo released by the Morgan County Sheriff's Office, Trinity Shockley is shown.
1 month ago

Rapper G. Dep’s murder rap becomes cautionary tale for youth

A former rapper is advocating for violent teens to receive a second chance at life.
1 month ago
In this undated file photo, a jail cell is shown.
1 month ago

2 killed, 4 hurt in shooting at manufacturing facility; police investigating motive

One person was killed and five others were injured in a shooting at a facility in New Albany, Ohio, police said.
1 month ago
A police presence is seen in New Albany, Ohio, on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2025.
1 month ago

UnitedHealthcare CEO killing suspect allegedly boasted of making ghost gun: Sources

The firearm found on the suspect in the murder of the UnitedHealthcare CEO is believed to have been an untraceable ghost gun, according to police.
1 month ago
"Ghost guns" seized in federal law enforcement actions are displayed at the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) field office in Glendale, Calif., April 18, 2022.
1 month ago

11 dead in worst mass shooting in Sweden's history, authorities say

"It is a very painful day for all of Sweden," Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said in a statement posted on social media.
1 month ago
Police officers stand guard near the scene of a shooting at an adult education center on the outskirts of Orebro, Sweden, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025.
1 month ago

Fatalities confirmed in shooting at adult education facility in Sweden, police say

The suspect is among those killed in the shooting, according to a Swedish police spokesperson.
1 month ago
Police at the scene of an incident at Risbergska School, in Orebro, Sweden, Feb. 4, 2025.
1 month ago

3 dead, 2 police officers injured in grocery store shooting in Indiana

Two people were shot and killed inside a grocery store in Indiana on Monday, officials told ABC News.
1 month ago
Two people were shot and killed inside a grocery store in Indiana on Monday, officials told ABC News.
1 month ago

3 dead, 2 police officers injured in grocery store shooting in Indiana

Two people were shot and killed inside a grocery store in Indiana on Monday, officials told ABC News.
1 month ago
Police lights on a street at night.
2 months ago

7-year-old boy killed in apparent gang shooting in Florida

The gunmen who shot and killed a 7-year-old boy, Breon Allen, are at large, and a $18,000 reward is being offered for information leading to their arrests.
2 months ago
The gunmen who shot and killed a 7-year-old boy, Breon Allen, are at large, and a $18,000 reward is being offered for information leading to their arrests.
2 months ago

7-year-old boy 'callously' shot dead, gunmen at large

Authorities in Florida are searching for the gunmen who "callously" shot and killed a 7-year-old boy. An $18,000 reward is available for information leading to arrests.
2 months ago
Breon Allen, 7 years old, was shot dead by gunmen in Jacksonville, Florida, on Jan. 24, 2025. Police are investigating the incident and have offered a reward of $18,000 for information that could lead to the shooters' arrest.
2 months ago

21-year-old woman arrested in deadly shooting of Vermont Border Patrol agent

An arrest has been made in the shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent during a traffic stop in Vermont, with unusual details about the suspects' alleged actions in the arrest affidavit.
2 months ago
VIDEO: 21-year-old woman arrested in deadly shooting of Vermont Border Patrol agent
2 months ago

Nashville school shooter fired 10 shots within 17 seconds of entering cafeteria

A 17-year-old boy who opened fire in his Nashville high school's cafeteria fired a total of 10 shots from a 9 mm pistol within 17 seconds of entering the room.
2 months ago
Law enforcement at the scene of a shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 22, 2025.
2 months ago

7 police officers shot while responding to a call in San Antonio

Seven police officers were shot during an armed standoff in San Antonio on Wednesday night while responding to a call about a possible suicide.
2 months ago
VIDEO: 7 police officers shot while responding to a call in San Antonio
2 months ago

Nashville school shooting suspect's social media linked to Madison school shooter

A social media account connected to the Nashville high school shooting suspect may have been in contact with the suspected Wisconsin school shooter's account.
2 months ago
Law enforcement at the scene of a shooting at Antioch High School in Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 22, 2025.
2 months ago

Teen killed in Tennessee school shooting

Officials say a 17-year-old student opened fire in Antioch High School’s cafeteria, killing a 16-year-old female student and wounding another before turning the gun on himself.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Teen killed in Tennessee school shooting
2 months ago

Nashville school shooting suspect allegedly praised mass shooters, extremist views

A 17-year-old opened fire at a Nashville high school on Wednesday, killing one student and wounding a second student, according to police.
2 months ago
Families wait as school buses arrive at a unification site following a shooting at the Antioch High School in Nashville, Tenn., Jan. 22, 2025.
2 months ago

1 student killed, 1 wounded at Nashville high school; shooter dead

A shooting at Antioch High School near Nashville, Tennessee, on Wednesday left one student dead and another wounded. The shooter, also a student, then turned the gun on himself.
2 months ago
VIDEO: 1 student killed, 1 wounded at Nashville high school; shooter dead
2 months ago

1 student killed, 1 hurt in shooting at Nashville high school; suspect dead

A 17-year-old opened fire at a Nashville high school on Wednesday, killing one student and wounding a second student, according to police.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Shots fired at Nashville high school, shooter 'no longer a threat': School district
2 months ago

Shots fired at Nashville high school, shooter 'no longer a threat': School district

Antioch High School in Nashville is on lockdown after shots were fired inside the school, according to Metro Nashville Public Schools.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Shots fired at Nashville high school, shooter 'no longer a threat': School district