THREAD: madeleine mccann lake search

AMERICANS CHARGED in Congo Coup Attempt: Shocking Details Revealed

10 April 2025 — Three AMERICANS face charges for their role in a coup attempt to overthrow Congo’s government, says the U.S. Justice Department. They were initially sentenced to death in Congo but had their sentences reduced to life imprisonment before being sent back to the U.S. A fourth person, an explosives expert, is also charged for his involvement.

The failed coup last year was led by opposition figure Christian Malanga and resulted in six deaths. Among those charged is 22-year-old Marcel Malanga, son of the deceased leader of the coup attempt. His father livestreamed from the presidential palace during the attack and was killed while resisting arrest.

The charges come from an FBI investigation that uncovered plans by these men to supply weapons and explosives to a rebel army aiming to topple Congo’s government. Their return aligns with Congolese talks about a minerals deal with America, seeking security help against rebels in eastern Congo.

“DEVASTATING Tornadoes UNLEASH Havoc Across the Midwest”

03 April 2025 — Danny Qualls stood in the ruins of his family farm in northeast Arkansas, witnessing the aftermath of destructive tornadoes. The storms flattened his childhood home, leaving a trail of devastation from Oklahoma to Indiana. Unfortunately, more storms are on the way, bringing heavy rains and flash floods across the Midwest.

Rhonda Qualls described her husband’s emotional struggle after the disaster. “He was in shock last night, cried himself to sleep,” she said. Despite their grief, they must now focus on recovery efforts.

The initial wave of tornadoes claimed at least six lives in Tennessee, Missouri, and Indiana. One particularly powerful tornado hurled debris nearly five miles into the air above Arkansas, showing its fierce strength.

DIDDY’S Legal Battle: Feds’ Search Warrants Under Fire

24 February 2025 — Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team is fighting back against federal search warrants. They filed motions to suppress evidence obtained during raids on his homes and internet history. The defense argues that the government included “false statements” in their warrant applications.

The motion claims the evidence includes Diddy’s handwritten notes protected by attorney-client privilege. This legal move follows the resignation of his attorney, Anthony Ricco, who cited professional and ethical reasons for stepping down. Diddy’s team is urgently challenging the legality of these searches to protect privileged information.

CITY TAKES ACTION Against SOUTH PHILLY GANG VIOLENCE

Authorities in South Philadelphia have arrested 12 individuals linked to a violent street gang. This group has been responsible for shootings and carjackings, victimizing dozens in the community. Officials aim to dismantle the gang’s operations as part of a broader effort to enhance public safety amid rising crime rates.

CENTRAL NY MAN FACES GRAVE CHILD ABUSE CHARGES

A man in Central New York faces multiple charges for sexually abusing a child under 11 years old over several incidents from 2018 to 2019. Authorities stress the importance of child safety as they pursue serious legal action against him. This case underscores ongoing concerns about child abuse and community vigilance needed to protect vulnerable populations.

TRAGIC TRAM Accident: Urgent Search for Missing Van Driver

23 February 2025 — A young girl has tragically died in a crash between a van and a tram in the United Kingdom. Authorities are urgently searching for the van driver involved in this heartbreaking incident. The accident has raised public concern about road safety measures in the area.

Police are asking anyone with information about the vehicle or its driver to come forward immediately. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with emergency services quickly arriving to help those affected by the crash.

This is an ongoing story, and more details will be shared as the police investigation continues. Stay tuned for updates on this developing situation.

McCANN SUSPECT Faces Trial: Unrelated SEXUAL Offenses Take Center Stage

17 February 2024 — Christian Bruckner, implicated in the Madeleine McCann case, began his trial on Friday. The charges? Unrelated sexual offenses purportedly carried out in Portugal between 2000 and 2017.

The trial came to an abrupt halt until next week due to a challenge lodged by defense attorney Friedrich Fülscher against a lay judge. This particular judge was previously accused of inciting violence against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro via social media.

Bruckner is currently serving time in a German prison for a rape conviction dating back to 2005 in Portugal. Despite being under scrutiny for McCann’s disappearance, he has not been formally charged and vehemently denies any connection.

His ongoing seven-year sentence and the recent trial have drawn renewed attention to Bruckner’s criminal history, casting further doubts on his claims of innocence regarding the McCann case.

ISRAELI RAID on Gaza Hospital: A Harrowing Search for Hostage Remains

16 February 2024 — Israeli forces made a dramatic entry into Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza this past Thursday. This action followed a week of intense siege. The Israeli army stated that they were on the hunt for remains of hostages, believed to be held by Hamas. Tragically, an earlier Israeli strike resulted in one patient’s death and injuries to six others within the hospital.

The raid was initiated after the army instructed thousands of displaced individuals seeking shelter in the hospital to evacuate immediately. This is part of Israel’s ongoing campaign against Hamas in the city of Khan Younis. Meanwhile, tensions are heightening as Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah militant group amplify their attacks.

The military reported that it had “credible intelligence” suggesting that Hamas used Nasser Hospital as a holding place for hostages and their remains could potentially still be inside. However, it is important to note that international law strictly prohibits targeting medical facilities unless they are being utilized for military purposes.

As troops meticulously searched through the hospital buildings, over 460 staff members, patients and their relatives were relocated into an older building within the compound that was ill-equipped to handle such numbers. The Gaza Health Ministry has reported severe shortages of food, water and baby formula with six patients left unattended in intensive care.

BRAVE ESCAPE: Coast Guard Rescues 20 from Lake Erie Ice Floe Trap

23 January 2024 — The U.S. Coast Guard executed a daring rescue mission on Monday, saving 20 people stuck on an ice floe in Lake Erie. The group found themselves stranded approximately half a mile away from Catawba Island State Park near Port Clinton, Ohio.

The rescue operation began around 10:20 a.m., involving two Coast Guard airboats and a helicopter, as reported by Petty Officer Jessica Fontenette. The Coast Guard successfully rescued nine individuals from the perilous situation.

In addition to the efforts of the Coast Guard, the Put-in-Bay Fire Department also played a critical role in rescuing four more people.

The final seven stranded individuals managed to reach shore using their own airboat. Fortunately, no injuries were reported in this incident that showcases the courage and effectiveness of our nation’s first responders.

Madeleine McCann: Police to SEARCH Dam in Portugal 50km Away from Disappearance

22 May 2023 — Twenty police officers are planning to search a dam located 50 kilometers away from where Madeleine McCann disappeared in Portugal. This search is part of renewed efforts by German authorities who are traveling to Portugal to investigate a newly identified site related to the case.

The search site has been prepared with forensic tents, and heavy machinery from Portugal’s Department of Civil Protection will be transported to the site.

The area around the Arade Dam, in the municipality of Silves, was previously searched in 2008 under the guidance of Portuguese lawyer Marcos Aragao Correia. Correia alleges that he was informed by a gang that McCann’s body was discarded in a reservoir shortly after her disappearance. He claims the current search area corresponds to the description provided by his informant.

The McCann family has been informed about these new search efforts but has not publicly acknowledged them.

Nicola Bulley: Police Explain SECOND River Search Amid Speculation

14 April 2023 — Police have criticized “misinformed speculation” surrounding the recent presence of officers and a dive team in the River Wyre, where Nicola Bulley, 45, went missing in January.

A diving team from Lancashire Constabulary was seen downstream from where the police believe the British mother entered the river and have revealed that they have returned to the site on the direction of the coroner to “assess the riverbanks.”

The police emphasized that the team was not tasked to “locate any articles” or to search “within the river.” The search was to assist the coronial inquest into Bulley’s death scheduled for 26 June 2023.

This comes seven weeks after Nicola’s body was found in the water close to where she went missing following an extensive search operation that took officers to the coastline.