Crime
16-Year-Old Killed, Five Others Injured in Shooting at Woodland Hills House Party
Woodland Hills, CA – A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot, and five other men were injured when gunfire erupted at a house party in Woodland Hills early Sunday morning, February 9, 2025.
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) responded to reports of a shooting at a large upscale residence in the 5900 block of Winnetka Avenue at approximately 1:30 a.m.
According to investigators, the suspect was inside the home’s basement when an altercation occurred. A bouncer or security guard attempted to escort the suspect out of the home, but as they reached the first floor, the suspect opened fire on the dance floor, striking multiple people.
The shooter fled the scene on foot and remains at large.
A 16-year-old male victim, whose identity has not yet been released, died at the scene.
Five other male victims, ranging in age from 18 to 36, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
No other injuries were reported.
LAPD detectives are actively investigating the incident and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Those with details regarding the suspect or the events leading up to the shooting are encouraged to contact LAPD’s Major Crimes Division. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling (800) 222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.lacrimestoppers.org.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
Crime
4 Killed in Eden Crash at Carroll and Church Streets, Driver and Victims Identified
Michael Vernon, driver of dump truck involved charged.
A tragic crash in Eden, North Carolina, has left four people dead and several others injured following a multi-vehicle incident involving a dump truck and a utility work crew.
The Eden Police Department confirmed the incident occurred Thursday afternoon at approximately 1:30 p.m. at the intersection of Church Street, Carroll Street, and Park Road.
According to a news release from the North Carolina State Highway Patrol (NCSHP), 66-year-old Michael Ray Vernon of Eden was operating a 2016 Hino dump truck owned by the City of Eden.
While traveling northbound on Carroll Street, Vernon failed to stop at a posted stop sign at the intersection with Church Street.
The dump truck proceeded through the intersection, striking six pedestrians—utility workers contracted through Carolina Power and Signalization—who were performing powerline work in the area.
The dump truck continued traveling north after striking the pedestrians, colliding with an occupied bucket truck before veering off the road and crashing into a ditch.
Emergency responders from multiple agencies arrived at the scene within minutes. Four of the six pedestrians were pronounced dead at the scene.
The deceased have been identified as:
- Douglas Garland Sides, 72, of Summerfield
- Madison Carter, 42, of Sandy Ridge
- William Evans, 35, of Randleman
- Matthew Lockwood, 30, of Winston-Salem
The two surviving pedestrians sustained life-threatening injuries and were airlifted to medical facilities.
They have been identified as:
- Hunter Carter, 24, of Reidsville – transported to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in critical condition
- Kevin Alexander, 34, of Eden – airlifted in stable condition
Cody Rich, 31, of Reidsville, who was inside the bucket truck at the time of the crash, was transported by ground to UNC Health Rockingham with non-life-threatening injuries.
Michael Vernon sustained minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
He has been charged with a stop sign violation and misdemeanor death by motor vehicle.
Investigators confirmed that impairment is not believed to have played a role in the crash.
Further charges may be considered as the investigation progresses.
The intersection remained closed for several hours as law enforcement officers and emergency crews conducted their investigation.
The area was reopened to traffic at approximately 10:30 p.m.
In a statement, Duke Energy, which works in coordination with Carolina Power and Signalization, expressed condolences:
“We are saddened about the tragic event that happened today, and our hearts go out to the families and teammates of those involved. The safety of our employees, contractors, and customers is the highest priority at Duke Energy. We are working closely with law enforcement officials.”
The NCSHP continues to lead the investigation, and anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact local authorities.