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Dad Rescues Kidnapped Daughter Before Police After 26 Days Of Hell

A dad rescued his kidnapped daughter before the police could find her after ’26 days of hell’.

Emmarae Gervasi was found alive on a boat after what has been described as ’26 days of hell’ by her father, below. 65-year-old Francis Buckheit was then arrested on charges of rape and kidnapping in relation to the criminal case. 14-year-old Gervasi was found by her father, Frank Gervasi, after he was contacted by an anonymous source who told him where she was being held. The teenager had been missing since December from East Patchogue in Suffolk County. She had left her home to retrieve something from a Jeep just outside the residence, when she was taken.Speaking to News 12, Frank said: ‘I did find her myself before police got there. It was the end of 26 days of hell seeing her alive in my arms. It was a gift from God. I can’t describe the feeling I had when I grabbed her,’ Buckheit pled not guilty to charges of rape, kidnapping and acting in a manner injurious to a child. He is currently being held without bail and will go back to court on Thursday morning. Emmarae is recovering in hospital as the case is being investigated. Frank shared a video on social media thanking the public for all their help in searching for the missing child. He said: ‘She is home. She is in a facility and getting the help she needs and is safe,’.‘I’d like to thank the community for all the support you gave us. Posting all the videos, pushing all the content, Handing out flyers, donating your time to look for my missing girl. It is those things that are going to help bring other kids home.‘I got an anonymous tip yesterday, and I want to thank that person for coming forward and giving me information about my daughter. The phone call that I received was that she was on a boat in Islip. I followed it up on my own and I went down there to check. ‘I bust into the boat and recovered my daughter. She has been saved and is alive. I believe it was persistency that helped bring her home,’ Frank said.He added that he believes Emmarae went with someone she knew but then became afraid to come back home ‘because of the consequences.’ Emmarae had gone to retrieve something from the parked car outside when she was spotted getting into a dark-colored vehicle without any coat or shoes on. CCTV spotted her knocing on doors at a Bohemia motel the following day but she then dissapeared again. Frank added at the time: ‘I fear that she is being held against her will. I know she is with somebody and they are either convincing her to stay or won’t let her leave or worse she may be dead by now.’ ‘I won’t stop looking until I find her.’ We wish her a fast recovery.

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RuPaul Breaks Silence After Death Of Drag Race Winner

RuPaul has broken his silence after the death of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK winner James Lee Williams, aka The Vivienne.

Crowned the ‘Drag Superstar’ in 2019, The Vivienne was beloved by many and a leading star in the British industry. Friend and publicist, Simon Jones, confirmed the sad news on 5 January. Sharing on Instagram, Jones wrote: “It is with immense sadness that we let you know our beloved James Lee Williams – The Vivienne, has passed this weekend.“James was an incredibly loved, warm- hearted and amazing person. Their family are heartbroken at the loss of their son, brother and uncle. They are so proud of the wonderful things James achieved in their life and career.”“We will not be releasing any further details. We please ask that James’s family are given the time and privacy they now need to process and grieve,” Prior to their passing, The Vivienne shared a post on social media urging their followers to donate to SAHIR, the largest LGBTQ+ and HIV charity in Liverpool. They wrote: “Join me in giving back this year, everything I do charitable wise is usually for @sahirhouse house, Liverpools oldest LGBT+ charity!!! The work they do is incredible, thank you. £1 a month you won’t miss it.”Police have updated that they are not treating the ‘sudden’ death as suspicious. Cheshire Police were called to an address at 12.22pm on Sunday in Chorlton-by-Backford. A spokesperson said: ‘Police attended, investigated the circumstances of the death of the 32-year-old man and concluded there were no suspicious circumstances. A file will be prepared for the coroner.’“Queen of Drag” RuPaul has now broken his silence following the tragedy. Sharing a photo with The Vivienne taken in 2015, RuPaul wrote: “With a broken heart, I join the entire Drag Race universe in mourning the loss of The Vivienne—an incredibly talented queen and a lovely human being.”RuPaul’s Drag Race judge Michelle Visage shared a tribute to the star, upon hearing the news: “Heartbreaking, I don’t know how to say how I feel.“My darling @thevivienne_ we go back to when I started coming over here to the UK. You were always there, always laughing, always giving, always on point.“Your laughter, your wit, your talent, your drag. I loved all of it but I loved your friendship most of all.“You were a beacon to so many. Seeing you make your West End debut was amazing for me to witness your dream come true right in front of my eyes, I’m the lucky one to have known you and to have laughed together with you so many times.”Heartbreaking, RIP.

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Orioles Pitcher Brian Matusz Dead Aged 37

Brian Matusz, former Orioles pitcher has sadly died, aged 37.

He made 279 of his 280 career appearances with the Orioles, who released a statement following the sad news: “Our hearts are heavy tonight as we mourn the passing of former Oriole, Brian Matusz,”. “A staple in our clubhouse from 2009-2016, Brian was beloved throughout Birdland, and his passion for baseball and our community was unmatched. He dedicated his time to connecting with any fan he could, was a cherished teammate, and always had a smile on his face.
Our hearts are heavy tonight as we mourn the passing of former Oriole, Brian Matusz.A staple in our clubhouse from 2009-2016, Brian was beloved throughout Birdland, and his passion for baseball and our community was unmatched. He dedicated his time to connecting with any fan he… pic.twitter.com/wNN3WkO8l4— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) January 8, 2025
“Brian’s family and loved ones are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.”The star became a star at the University of San Diego – earning the 2008 West Coast Conference Pitcher of the Year.In that same year, the Orioles chose him with the fourth overall pick in the first MLB draft. He threw 32 starts in 2010, coming fifth in the American League Rookie of the year. In 2022, he was brought on as the bullpen coach for New Zealand before the World Baseball Classic. Matusz was not married and had no children. The athlete passed on Tuesday but no cause of death was given. RIP, our thoughts are with his family at this time.

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Young Boy Charged After ‘Dumping Boiling Water On Friend’ In Sleepover Prank

A group of boys, aged between 12 and 15 are facing charges after a sleepover prank went very wrong.

Three of the boys allegedly poured boiling water on the face of the victim while he slept, resulting in serious burns and the young boy needing surgery. The boys mother, Tiffany, has shared that her 12-year-old child is ‘in shock’ and has second degree burns. Speaking to WALB 10, Tiffany said: “I mean, I really can’t describe it now. In that moment I was just mad, hurt, in shock. Everything, I was seeing red. I was just trying to hurry up and get him some help,”The concerned mom went on: “He was transported to the burn center in Augusta. He had to have surgery. Of course, he is out of surgery and is recovering at home, now. But it is going to take him 12-14 days to heal.”The burns centre was located around 200 miles away from their family home.

Due to the travel involved with his recovery, the parents were unable to work. The 12-year-old’s aunt shared that he ‘is gonna have to get counseling to be able to trust people again’.The other 3 boys were allegedly taken into custody and are awaiting their hearing, which will take place next month. We wish him a fast recovery.