Police shoot NSW woman, Taser at station Dec 21, 2008
The 23-year-old man was taken to the same hospital and treated for a neck laceration, sustained in the initial confrontation. It is not known whether the pair knew each other but both were local residents. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
State senator-elect arrested on suspicion of assault Dec 20, 2008
Police say the woman sustained a laceration to her eye. The 41-year-old Monserrate was held for questioning. (Albany Times Union)
Bystanders aid former WMU president Dec 17, 2008
He also hit his head on the floor and suffered a laceration when he fell, but his wife said that injury was not serious. Haenicke, who writes a weekly column for the Kalamazoo Gazette, was president of WMU from 1985 to 1998 and interim president in 2006-07. (Kalamazoo Gazette, MI)
Needham Police Blotter (Dec. 18) Dec 17, 2008
Police observed a laceration on the boy s left leg. Police talked to the woman who drove the car that struck the boy. (Needham Tab, MA)
Blizzard drops 15 inches on Wilkin, Richland Dec 17, 2008
Franklin was transported by Wyndmere Ambulance to St. Francis Healthcare Campus for a laceration to the head. Jessen was OK.. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
City deals with a fatal collision Dec 17, 2008
We are investigating that alcohol may have been a contributing factor in this accident," Christensen said.Christensen said initial reports indicate that Klema's car passed through the stop sign without stopping.When the car struck the side of the bus, according to Christensen, the collision caused the bus to veer out of control and hit a parked car. The bus proceeded to hit a car parked in a driveway of a home on the east side of LaSalle Street, overturning the car. The bus landed on top of the... (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Red Cross says 190 homes damaged on Oahu as flood cleanup continues Dec 15, 2008
One of the two boys, who was rescued, suffered a laceration to his left leg. He was treated at the scene by EMS personnel and taken to the Waianae Comprehensive Medical Center. (Honolulu Advertiser)
UNC-ORU: Postgame Quotes + Audio Dec 14, 2008
On Danny Green's laceration to his head: "Five stitches. Should not stop him from playing on Thursday. I asked if he would be able to practice on Monday, I didn't give a darn about the game on Thursday. We need the practice.". On Tyler Hansbrough's health being close to 100 percent: "No. He is probably the least conditioned I've ever seen the youngster in my entire life.". (InsideCarolina.com)
2 teens rescued from rushing waters on Waianae street Dec 14, 2008
One of the boys received a laceration to his left leg and he was taken to the Waianae Coast Comprehensive Health Center, Kealoha said. The other boy had no injuries and declined further medical treatment, Kealoha said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Man killed during violent weekend Dec 14, 2008
10pm, police were called to a house in Elke Way, Toongabbie, where there had been a brawl and a 15-year-old youth had received a deep laceration to his right arm. At 11. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Police say three assaults apparently unrelated Dec 14, 2008
Those injured were all taken to Marian Medical Center for treatment, with injuries ranging from a non-life-threatening laceration for one victim to stab wounds and blunt force trauma for a more seriously hurt victim. A man was arrested in connection with one of the attacks as of Saturday afternoon. (Santa Maria Times)
Grand Jury Indictments Issued for November Dec 13, 2008
Darrisaw allegedly threw a cup containing an alcoholic beverage at the victim and caused a laceration to the victim s leg. Thinell Dawson, 52 of Dublin, was indicted on ten separate felony charges. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Teen Arrested For Assault At Oakville Home Following Two-Hour Standoff Dec 12, 2008
Inside they found a 17-year-old male suffering from a serious laceration to the head. A front window to the victim's home was smashed and a suspect seemed to be on the loose. (CityNews)
Thieves Steal iPod At La Mesa Trolley Station Dec 12, 2008
Medics took the victim to Grossmont Hospital for treatment of a facial laceration, police said. Copyright 2008 by City Wire. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Police require treatment after psychotic episode Dec 11, 2008
Flynn had to be taken to the hospital to be treated for a head laceration and was sent home for the rest of his shift. Dyer was also taken to Beverly Hospital to be treated and will be issued a summons to appear in Salem District Court for charges of assault by means of a dangerous weapon, a hammer; three counts of assault and battery on a police officer; resisting arrest; possession of a Class D drug, marijuana, and possession of ammunition without a firearms card. (Beverly Citizen, MA)
News in brief Dec 10, 2008
An officer was taken to Mount Nittany Medical Center for treatment of a laceration on her finger, police said. Task force makes 68 arrests. (Daily Collegian, PA)
Escalator injuries from falls, entanglement Dec 10, 2008
A 77-year-old man, who walks with a cane, suffered a laceration to the back of his head in April when he lost his balance on an escalator at the Dillard's store at Perimeter Mall, fell backward and struck his head on the escalator step. An Atlanta woman's trench coat got stuck in an escalator in January at MARTA's Dunwoody station, pulling her down to the ground and popping her shoulder out of place, records say. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Officer hurt by pit bull Dec 9, 2008
Andersen sustained severe punctures and laceration to her left arm and was transported to PMC via ambulance, Kelley said. The dog was impounded, but he could not confirm that it had been destroyed. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Former Muscatine resident trades in his stethoscope for a job helping craft medical policy Dec 9, 2008
These factors however, do not describe the deep satisfaction of being invited into the care of a new child taking her first breath, or helping the elder with shortness of breath from pneumonia and giving reassurance that we can make it all right; or repairing the accidental laceration from washing dishes that will be nearly all better in seven days. Neither does this describe the honor and humility of assisting a family at life s end, when the family needs to know that no more can be done. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
2 Trenton men hurt in weekend violence Dec 8, 2008
Gomez, who police say suffered a deep, two-inch laceration to his face as a result of the bite, was treated at St. Francis Medical Center. Police are still on the lookout for information on suspects in a separate stabbing case, which occurred in the area of Chambers Street and Liberty Street around 4:45 a.m.. (NJ.com -- Times)
Vinnie Jones in bar brawl arrest Dec 7, 2008
A spokeswoman for Sanford USD Medical Centre said of the star: "He was brought in for observation. He had a laceration of the head and a nasal injury. He has since been discharged.". Jones has starred in Snatch, Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, Gone in Sixty Seconds and X-Men: The Last Stand. (BBC News -- UK)
* Svindal puts fear to one side, grabs downhill victory Dec 7, 2008
The 15cm laceration on his left buttock, though, had doctors so concerned they went into his stomach to make sure everything internally was still intact. Everything was good so they put the stuff back in there and closed it up, he said, smiling. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
UK's Porter says he'll play against Miami Dec 6, 2008
Despite a laceration that required 10 stitches above his left eye, Kentucky guard Michael Porter practiced Friday and declared himself fit to play when the Wildcats (5-2) host No. 21 Miami (4-2). Porter, who was injured when he collided earlier this week with teammate Ramon Harris, acknowledged he likely will be sporting a headband. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Reno Police: Asking for help in locating battery suspect Dec 6, 2008
The woman taken to a local hospital where she was treated for a laceration to her head and released, Bjelke said. The suspect said he was interested in purchasing a vehicle which, was listed for sale at the residence, Bjelke said. (KRNV.com, NV)
Home invasion, assault gets morning started in Halifax County Dec 6, 2008
HALIFAX Halifax County Sheriff s Office deputies got off to a busy start Friday morning responding to a home invasion in Lincoln Heights and a brawl between friends that left one man with a severe laceration to his head. Lt. Bobby Martin said the home invasion occurred around 2:30 Friday morning, Dec. 5 on Walston Street in the Lincoln Heights community outside Roanoke Rapids when three men dressed in black and carrying black handguns forced their way into the home. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
Harris released from hospital after on-court collision Dec 5, 2008
Porter received 10 stitches to a laceration over his left eye. University of Kentucky spokesman DeWayne Peevy said all of Harris' test results at the hospital have been normal. (Anchorage Daily News)
Kentucky forward released from hospital Dec 5, 2008
Hayden says Porter received 10 stitches to a laceration over his left eye. Harris was averaging 9. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Murder accused's denial Dec 4, 2008
Alli said the bullet "perforated" Burgstaller's lung and caused "a laceration of the heart". A slow death. (iAfrica.com)
Sentinel Morning Update: Community leaders celebrate student leaders of tomorrow Dec 3, 2008
The incident happened on May 31 at Country Chef Restaurant, 2891 Spring Road, where police responded to a call at 2:58 p.m. and found the 67-year-old owner, Christos Kamelaki, bleeding from a head laceration. Kamelaki, who was not present at the sentencing, said he spent seven hours at the hospital following the attack and still suffers headaches and rib pain from what happened that day. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Browns-Colts: Report Card Dec 3, 2008
He will need surgery after the season on a shoulder injury, and he left Sunday's game with a laceration. He returned to the game after the cut. (BerniesInsiders.com)
Police investigate stabbing at party Dec 3, 2008
The second person involved in the fight received a superficial laceration to his hand, Henslee said. Party guests who probably witnessed the assault have yet to be identified or interviewed. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
Hit and run on Mattakeessett Street Dec 2, 2008
He had about a three-inch laceration to his face and a contusion to his forehead. His vitals were all stable but he was unconscious, said Captain Peter Tagliente of the PFD. It was right around the corner. (Pembroke Mariner, MA)
Man with bat hits, hurts two other men outside restaurant Nov 29, 2008
Once in the back of his head, causing a large laceration. He was also hit in his left forearm and right arm. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Mansion worker injured in fall (1003) Nov 27, 2008
He suffered an inch-and-a-half laceration to the back of his head and was taken to a local hospital for treatment. Neither the man's identity nor his condition was immediately available. (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Jarmon, Lumpkin Out for Tennessee Game Nov 26, 2008
Free safety Marcus McClinton already had been declared out for Tennessee because of a severe leg laceration sustained vs. the Commodores. Jarmon and McClinton are starters and Lumpkin is the teams top reserve at the tackle slots. (WKRC.com, OH)
How to Clean and Treat a Dog Bite W... Nov 24, 2008
The second type of dog bite wound is a laceration, which occurs when the dog's teeth penetrate and tear the skin ... For lacerations, apply pressure to stop the bleeding at the site of the dog bite. (Suite101.com)
Detail officer assists injured worker Nov 20, 2008
One of the workers was suffering from a severe laceration on his leg caused by a circular saw. Officer Carroll radioed for an ambulance and began to assist the injured party s co-workers with first aid by applying direct pressure to close the wound. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
The Border: Border Patrol cites gains along local fence Nov 19, 2008
According to Corley, there have been two reported laceration injuries, and the number of jumping-related injuries to migrants has dropped. There is no way to really know how many people have received cuts, said Pedro Rios of the American Friends Service Committee, a Quaker-affiliated group that assists immigrants, because it's most likely they would return south for treatment. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
MD Urgent Care, Doctor on Call Nov 18, 2008
a three-doctor group that opened Oct. 13, is using its emergency room expertise to add broken bones, complex lacerations and cardiac dysrhythmia to the slate of conditions traditionally treated in urgent care ... I had two friends here, and their daughter had a laceration of the forehead ... Because the complexity of the laceration required sedation for treatment, the girl had to wait half a day in the emergency room to be treated, at what was likely a high cost. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
Jarmon Injured Nov 18, 2008
Senior free safety Marcus McClinton sustained a laceration on his leg which required stitches. Sophomore Ricky Lumpkin, the teams top reserve at defensive tackle, had a high-ankle sprain. (WKRC.com, OH)
Bart's Blog: IDAHO Nov 16, 2008
You should see the 10 inch scalp laceration youre sporting. Me: Youre doing great. (BroncoCountry.com)
Boy hits mom with saw, offers $5 to not tell Nov 14, 2008
He raised the saw and hit his mother, who had a minor laceration, on top of her head. When he saw the blood coming from her head he threw down the saw and started to plead with the victim to not call the police, the report states. (The Palm Beach Post)
Police: Woman Strangled After Night Out Nov 11, 2008
Investigators said she suffered a laceration to the forehead and was apparently strangled. Alfaro's children ranged in age from 12 to 24. (Click2Houston, TX)
Deer causes crash, criminal charges Nov 11, 2008
Somano suffered a laceration to his right leg, police said. A preliminary breath test showed Fuentez-Gonzalez s blood-alcohol concentration to be 0. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Armed group beats man Nov 6, 2008
Police said the roommate, a 50-year-old Cambridge man suffered a laceration above his eye and some swelling during the beating but was uncooperative and told police he didn t know why the men attacked him, according to reports. The victim was transported to the hospital for stitches. (Cambridge Chronicle, MA)
Wednesday's Sentinel police reports Nov 5, 2008
The assailants took the mans wallet and ran off, police said, adding that the man suffered a laceration to his head that required medical treatment. The brown leather tri-fold wallet contained approximately $20 and a credit card, police said. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Beer Heist Leaves Cashier Injured Nov 2, 2008
Paramedics transported the employee to the hospital for treatment of a 2-inch laceration and a contusion on his head, Lanning said. He described the robber as man in his early 20s, about 5 feet 10inches tall, with thin build and a shaved head. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
Alleged burglar held at gunpoint by residents (2) Nov 2, 2008
Police said Davis suffered pain to her ribs and hip, and a laceration to her hand. O Brien suffered pain to his ankle and knees as a result of the struggle with Bohm. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Vehicle, foot pursuit results in charges Nov 2, 2008
He was taken to St. Elizabeth Medical Center, where he was treated for a minor laceration on his leg and released. Lowenkopf was later found unhurt, police said. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Two injured in accidents transferred to hospitals Nov 1, 2008
He received a severe laceration to the head, but was alert and conscious. Willemon was transported to Spohn Memorial Hospital via HALO-flight. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Stamkos' first two NHL goals lift Lightning Oct 31, 2008
Sabres D Henrik Tallinder returned after missing one game because of a laceration above his ankle, while C Paul Gaustad played in his first game of the season after having thumb surgery. Kolzig, making just his third start of the season, improved to 3-4 in his past eight games against Buffalo. (MSNBC -- Sports)
No. 1 pick Stamkos nets first two NHL goals in Lightning win Oct 31, 2008
Sabres D returned after missing one game because of a laceration above his ankle, while C played in his first game of the season after having thumb surgery. Kolzig, making just his third start of the season, improved to 3-4 in his past eight games against Buffalo. (USA Today -- Sports)
Laceration hazard forces mixer recall Oct 31, 2008
WASHINGTON - MEDport LLC is recalling its Fit & Fresh Smooth Blend Mixers due to a laceration hazard ... MEDport has received one report of finger lacerations that required medical treatment. (FOX23.com, OK)
Robbers invade Oakdale home Oct 31, 2008
She suffered a severe laceration and was taken to a hospital for treatment, but the injury did not appear to be life-threatening, police said. Police said the suspects then fled the home, possibly armed with a shotgun, a pepper spray dispenser and a handgun. (Modesto Bee, CA)
2 men arrested for attack Oct 31, 2008
Troopers and investigators arrived shortly afterward and found the victim bleeding severely from a laceration to the forehead. He was treated at the scene and transported to Samaritan Hospital in Troy by the Valatie Rescue Squad. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Man crawls out window to escape fire Oct 30, 2008
Cagnina s daughter, Laura Spacer, reported that an ambulance rushed her father to Melrose-Wakefield Hospital and then Mass General Hospital to be treated for smoke inhalation and a leg laceration. Although he is still in shock about the fire, Spacer said her father is expected to recover from his injuries. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Spezza scores twice in Senators' win over Buffalo Oct 28, 2008
6 goals per game coming in, was without defensemen Craig Rivet (knee) and Henrik Tallinder (lower leg laceration). After Schubert scored his first of the season late in the first period while on the power play, Ottawa broke the game open with a three-goal second period. (Anchorage Daily News)
POLICE ROUNDUP Oct 28, 2008
Upon arrival, police observed a 26-year-old female victim with a laceration above the left eye and visible signs of swelling in the eye and lip area. Police arrested James Levi Coulter, 28, of Canton after he told police he allegedly "hit her like a man." The victim told police Coulter had pushed her down and kicked her in her side. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
POLICE/FIRE LOG: Oc.t. 6-12, 2008 Oct 27, 2008
5:42 p.m. Union St., medical, caller reports male with 18 laceration. 5:45 p.m. Fottler Rd., medical, caller has taken a fall. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Alcohol-fueled quarrel ends in hospitalization Oct 27, 2008
The victim suffered a deep laceration on the left side of her nose and another small laceration above her left eyelid, police noted. The victim was admitted to the hospital for plastic surgery. (NJ.com -- Times)
DANGEROUS DANCE: Cavaliers dancer injured on stunt Oct 25, 2008
He had been unconscious and had a laceration on his face but never lost movement in his extremities. He was transported to a local hospital. (USA Today -- Sports)
Driver attacked by men he picked up in Bonsall Oct 24, 2008
The victim, who had a deep laceration to his neck, was able to drive about three miles to his home on Pruett Drive near Osborne Street near Vista, according to deputies. His wife found him semi-conscious and not responding to her, deputies said. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Teen crossing Needham Street struck by car Oct 22, 2008
He had a laceration behind his ear, a bump on his head and pain in his head, shin and neck ... He still has the laceration and bruises on his body. (Newton Tab, MA)
Rider student injured at party Oct 21, 2008
The victim, identified as 20-year-old Daniel T. DelGrande of Robbinsville, was found by police in the hospital suffering from bleeding in the brain, a head laceration, broken teeth, a broken jaw, and a black eye, Edgar said. Daniel Higgins, Rider University spokesman, said four or five Rider University students rent the home, and some of them are former members of the ZBT fraternity. (NJ.com -- Times)
Teen stabbed in Kalihi fight Oct 18, 2008
The 16-year-old was treated and released from a Honolulu hospital for a 3-inch laceration on his head. In your voice. (Honolulu Advertiser)
