Tim McLeod

Tim McLeod

Tim McLeod is a dedicated journalist for BethelAdvocate.com, delivering in-depth coverage across crime, community events, local government, education, and public safety. Known for clear, factual reporting and timely updates, he brings a strong local focus to every story. With a commitment to accuracy and public interest, Tim helps readers stay informed on the news that shapes their towns and neighborhoods.

Maine Police Officer Agrees to Voluntary Departure After ICE Arrest

Maine Police Officer Agrees to Voluntary Departure After ICE Arrest

Old Orchard Beach, ME — Jon Luke Evans, a reserve officer with the Old Orchard Beach Police Department, has agreed to leave the country ...

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14-Year-Old Boy Killed, Teenage Girl Injured in Overnight Kansas City Shooting

14-Year-Old Boy Killed, Teenage Girl Injured in Overnight Kansas City Shooting

Kansas City, MO — A tragic overnight shooting in Kansas City has left a 14-year-old boy dead and a teenage girl injured, prompting an ...

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14-Year-Old Boy Killed, Girl Injured in Kansas City Parking Lot Shooting

14-Year-Old Boy Killed, Girl Injured in Kansas City Parking Lot Shooting

Kansas City, MO — A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot and a girl under 16 was injured early Sunday in a parking lot shooting ...

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Wayne Henley Speaks Out Decades After Assisting “Candy Man” Serial Killer in Houston

Wayne Henley Speaks Out Decades After Assisting “Candy Man” Serial Killer in Houston

Houston, TX — Elmer Wayne Henley Jr., now 69, is breaking decades of silence about his involvement in one of Texas’ most notorious serial ...

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Louisiana Man Arrested After Hijacking Construction Crane, Causing Multiple Crashes on I-10

Louisiana Man Arrested After Hijacking Construction Crane, Causing Multiple Crashes on I-10

Vinton, LA — A 37-year-old Louisiana man has been arrested after allegedly hijacking a construction crane on Interstate 10, causing multiple vehicle crashes and ...

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32 Riders Rescued After Ride Malfunction at Six Flags America in Bowie

32 Riders Rescued After Ride Malfunction at Six Flags America in Bowie

Bowie, MD — Emergency crews responded to Six Flags America on Saturday after a ride malfunction left about 32 riders stranded for over an ...

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Texas Family of Six Escapes Arson Attack While Asleep, Authorities Investigating

Texas Family of Six Escapes Arson Attack While Asleep, Authorities Investigating

Midlothian, TX — A Texas family of six, including a 1-year-old, narrowly escaped their home last Tuesday after an arsonist doused their porch in ...

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Nine South Carolina Teens Arrested in Connection to 16-Year-Old’s Murder Over Romantic Dispute

Nine South Carolina Teens Arrested in Connection to 16-Year-Old’s Murder Over Romantic Dispute

Florence County, SC — Nine teenagers have been arrested in connection with the June shooting death of 16-year-old Trey Dean Wright, officials said, following ...

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Illegal Immigrant Truck Driver Arrested After Fatal U-Turn Crash in Florida, Faces Deportation

Illegal Immigrant Truck Driver Arrested After Fatal U-Turn Crash in Florida, Faces Deportation

Fort Pierce, FL — A deadly crash on the Florida Turnpike has left three people dead after an illegal immigrant truck driver allegedly attempted ...

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Three Killed, Nine Injured in Gang-Related Brooklyn Lounge Shooting, Police Say

Three Killed, Nine Injured in Gang-Related Brooklyn Lounge Shooting, Police Say

Brooklyn, NY — Police are searching for multiple suspects after a shooting at a Brooklyn lounge left three dead and nine others injured early ...

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