Zbigniew Ziobro Arrested in Poland Over Spyware Scandal
Polish authorities arrested Zbigniew Ziobro, the country’s former justice minister, on Friday, accusing him of authorizing the use of government funds to finance the deployment of spyware that targeted opposition leaders. Ziobro, who served as justice minister from 2015 to 2023, is also alleged to have overseen cases where the surveillance technology was employed.
Kurdish Man Ali Rasoulian Arrested by Iranian Security Forces
Ali Rasoulian, a Kurdish man from Bukan, was arrested by Iranian security forces on January 29, 2025, under mysterious circumstances. Despite the passage of three days, there has been no official information released about his whereabouts or the reasons for his arrest.
18-Year-Old Arrested for Deadly Shooting at Park Plaza Mall
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Little Rock police have arrested 18-year-old Abdelrahmanahmed Sallam in connection with a deadly shooting at Park Plaza Mall earlier this week. The incident left 47-year-old Cynthia Gregory dead.
Man Arrested for Murder in 2022 Shooting of Fredrick Harris
BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred nearly three years ago in Baton Rouge. Joseph Jacobs, 31, has been charged with second-degree murder following the fatal shooting of Fredrick Harris, 21, on Birch Street near Scenic Highway in March 2022.
Randolph Shockley Arrested for 6th DUI Offense Following Pursuit in Dover
DOVER, Del. – The Delaware State Police arrested 45-year-old Randolph Shockley of Magnolia on January 29, 2025, for his 6th offense DUI and several related charges following a pursuit in Dover.
George Powell Wanted for Stealing £3M Viking Hoard of Gold
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of George Powell, the metal detectorist found guilty of stealing a Viking hoard worth £3 million. Powell, from Newport, failed to attend Birmingham Magistrates Court on January 8, 2025, where he was set to be sentenced for not repaying £600,000, which a judge had ruled was his share of the stolen coins and jewellery.
Aramis Segura Sentenced to 17 Years for Hit-and-Run Killing of Teen
WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Aramis Segura was sentenced to 17 years in prison after pleading no contest to charges related to the 2022 hit-and-run death of 17-year-old Olivia Passaretti.
Albert Sanders Arrested for Stabbing Two Women, Faces Multiple Charges
WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Albert Sanders Jr. was arrested on charges of stabbing two women late Wednesday night in Warwick, Rhode Island.
ICE Arrests Jose Garcia-Salmeron, Salvadoran National Charged with Rape
BOSTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has apprehended Jose Garcia-Salmeron, a Salvadoran national charged with raping a Massachusetts resident, following his arrest on January 22 in Boston.
Douglas McLean Arrested for DUI, Drug, and Stolen Gun Charges
On January 24, 2025, Delaware State Police arrested 35-year-old Douglas McLean from Wilmington after a traffic stop in Georgetown. McLean, who was driving a Ford Fusion, was pulled over at around 4:33 a.m. after a trooper noticed the car speeding and swerving on Dupont Boulevard near Deer Forest Road.
Larry Scott Brown Arrested for False Robbery Report to Avoid Police
On January 31, 2025, Hoover Police arrested 54-year-old Larry Scott Brown of Birmingham after he allegedly made a false robbery report in an attempt to divert officers’ attention and flee from a police investigation.
Saundrea Denise Allen Arrested After Shooting at Montgomery Airport
Montgomery, Ala. (WSFA) – A woman was taken into custody on Tuesday after firing a gun inside Montgomery Regional Airport early Saturday morning. Airport officials identified the suspect as 37-year-old Saundrea Denise Allen, who now faces charges of discharging a firearm into an occupied building and second-degree criminal mischief.
Anwar Kurd and Keyvan Niknam Arrested by Iranian Forces
On Thursday, January 30, 2025, two Kurdish men, Anwar Kurd and Keyvan Niknam, were arrested by Iranian security forces under unclear circumstances. Their current locations remain unknown.
Befrin Mahmoudi Arrested by Iranian Forces, Whereabouts Unknown
Befrin Mahmoudi, a Kurdish woman from Bukan, was detained by Iranian security forces on January 30, 2025. Her location is currently unknown.
Gelawej Mohammadi-Arshad Arrested Again to Serve 4-Month Sentence
Gelawej Mohammadi-Arshad, a Kurdish woman from Mahabad, was arrested on January 12, 2025, to serve a four-month sentence following her conviction in August 2024. She was summoned to the Court of Execution of Sentences Branch in Mahabad before being transferred to the women’s ward of Urmia Central Prison.
Mahmoud Niroumand Arrested for Serving Prison Sentence
Mahmoud Niroumand, a 39-year-old Kurdish cultural activist from Dargaz, was arrested on January 15, 2025, to begin serving a 1.5-year prison sentence. Niroumand, also known as “Sarheldan,” was detained while accompanying his brother for medical treatment and immediately transferred to Dargaz Central Prison.
Hazhar Soltani Sentenced to Six Months for Propaganda Charges
Hazhar Soltani, a Kurdish man from Bukan, has been sentenced to six months in prison by Iran’s judiciary for charges of “propaganda against the state.”
Justin Heath Smith (Austin Wolf) Arrested for CSAM Charges
Adult film actor Justin Heath Smith, better known by his stage name Austin Wolf, was arrested and charged on Friday by the Department of Justice for possessing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) online. The arrest stems from an unsealed FBI complaint that reveals Smith, a 43-year-old New York City resident, exchanged hundreds of videos containing explicit material involving children via the messaging app Telegram.
Yusuke Yaguchi Arrested in Fatal Stabbing Near Nagano Station
Nagano Prefectural Police arrested 46-year-old Yusuke Yaguchi, an unemployed man from Nagano, on Sunday, after he was suspected of fatally stabbing one person and injuring two others near Nagano Station earlier in the week.
Robert J. Buda Arrested for Fatal Fire in Wappinger
On January 26, 2025, Robert J. Buda, a 34-year-old man, was arrested in connection with a fatal fire that occurred in the Town of Wappinger. The Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call at 6:30 p.m. reporting a structure fire at 78 Marlorville Rd. After extinguishing the flames, authorities discovered two deceased victims inside the building.
Fall River Man Davonta Davis Arrested on Drug, Burglary Charges
A Fall River man, Davonta Davis, was arrested on January 30 by the Somerset Police Department on charges of fentanyl trafficking, unarmed burglary, and vandalizing property.
Multiple Arrests in East Baton Rouge Drug Bust: Morris, Chavis, Normand
In a significant operation targeting drug trafficking in East Baton Rouge Parish, deputies arrested three individuals connected to the trafficking group “Play for Keeps.” Joshua Morris, 39; Jalen Chavis, 29; and Joshua Normand, 22; were taken into custody, while a warrant will be sought for Jarrett Edwards, 35.
McCracken County Man Arrested on Meth Trafficking Charges
A McCracken County man was arrested on meth trafficking charges following a traffic stop on Wednesday night. Deputies pulled over 56-year-old Ronnie Churchwell for traffic violations. During the stop, authorities discovered that Churchwell had outstanding warrants for bail jumping and detained him.
Tunisian Rapper “Samara” Arrested in Major Drug Network Bust
Tunisian security forces have arrested renowned rapper Samah Al-Riyahi, known by his stage name “Samara,” as part of an operation targeting drug trafficking networks in the country. The arrest took place on Wednesday following the dismantling of a major drug-dealing operation in the Ibn Khaldoun neighborhood, located west of the capital.
Tallahassee Drug Busts: Cameron White and Others Arrested
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — The Tallahassee Police Department has recently wrapped up several significant drug investigations, resulting in the arrest of seven individuals on drug trafficking and other related charges.
MDyC Deputy Mohamed Ali Duas Arrested in Ceuta Anti-Drug Operation
CEUTA, Spain — Mohamed Ali Duas, a deputy for the MDyC party, was arrested on Thursday night during a major anti-drug operation in Ceuta. The operation, conducted by the Civil Guard, led to the arrests of five individuals, including two Civil Guard officers.
Roger Black & Noah Harris Arrested in Bradley with Drugs
BRADLEY, Maine — Authorities arrested two men on Sunday following a traffic stop in Bradley, where deputies discovered crack cocaine and suspected fentanyl in their vehicle.
Divi Batista Arrested for Drug Trafficking During Traffic Stop
IMMOKALEE, Florida — A routine traffic stop in Immokalee led to the arrest of Divi Batista, 44, on drug trafficking charges after deputies discovered a variety of controlled substances. On Tuesday night, Batista was stopped by deputies for riding her bike without a rear red light.
Ashton Stargell and Kameron Haynes Arrested for 66 Vehicle Burglaries
RIVERSIDE, N.J. – Two men, Ashton Stargell, 20, of Cinnaminson, and Kameron Haynes, 18, of Riverside, are facing over 60 counts of burglary after police say they are linked to a series of vehicle-related crimes. The incidents occurred between September 2024 and January 2025 in Riverside Township, with detectives uncovering their involvement in approximately 66 vehicle burglaries.
Jonathan Machie & Paul Duson Arrested for 2023 Murder in Plymouth
PLYMOUTH, N.C. – Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with a 2023 murder and robbery in Plymouth. The State Bureau of Investigations (SBI) reports that on November 1, 2023, the Plymouth Police Department requested assistance in investigating the murder of Curtis Hamilton, who was killed during an apparent robbery at 207 Brinkley Avenue.
Anthony Grassi Arrested After Foot Chase, Faces Drug and Assault Charges
FLORAL PARK, N.Y. – A 21-year-old Floral Park man is facing multiple charges after allegedly leading police on a foot chase following a traffic stop on Friday. Police say they pulled over Anthony Grassi near Hempstead Turnpike and Broadway for swerving. However, Grassi exited his vehicle and fled on foot, prompting a chase by authorities.
Kimberlee Meadows Arrested for Burglary and Theft in Auburndale
AUBURNDALE, Fla. – Kimberlee Renee Meadows, 43, of Auburndale, was arrested by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office on January 30th, 2025, for burglary and felony petit theft. Meadows was wanted in connection with a burglary at a local barbecue restaurant on January 13th.
Man Arrested for Attempted Motorcycle Theft in Playa del Carmen
PLAYA DEL CARMEN, Q.R. – A man was arrested by police in Playa del Carmen for attempting to steal a motorcycle in the Gonzalo Guerrero neighborhood. Officers patrolling the area observed 31-year-old José Alejandro “N” using a hammer and screwdriver to tamper with the motorcycle.
Roberto Rangel Faces Sentence for Deadly DWI Crash in Austin
A judge will soon determine the length of prison time for Roberto Rangel, who was involved in a tragic crash that killed two people in Austin. In December 2022, Rangel was driving under the influence when he failed to yield while exiting a parking lot, causing a fatal collision with a motorcycle.
Ronel & Julio Amores Arrested in High-Impact Miami Drug, Weapons Bust
Two Cuban-American brothers, Ronel Amores (49) and Julio Amores (56), were arrested in a high-impact police operation conducted in southwest Miami. The brothers face a range of serious charges, including drug trafficking, illegal firearm possession, and operating a chop shop that specialized in dismantling and distributing stolen vehicles.
Cuban Man Andrés Duquesne Arrested for Multiple Burglaries in Miami
Andrés Duquesne, a 60-year-old Cuban man, was arrested this week for committing multiple burglaries across Miami-Dade cities, including Miami and Miami Beach. With an extensive criminal record, Duquesne now faces charges for six thefts, including burglary, petty theft, and fraudulent credit card use.
Cuban Truck Driver Miguel Ibarguren Found Guilty of Murder in Indiana
Miguel Ibarguren, a Cuban truck driver, was found guilty of murder after killing his co-driver, Aristides García, and leaving his body near an interstate highway in Indiana.
Troy Stone Arrested for Multiple Business Break-Ins in Cumberland
CUMBERLAND, RI – Troy Stone, 39, of Cumberland, was arrested Friday in connection with multiple incidents of breaking and entering (B&E) at local businesses.
Isaiah Garner Arrested for Burglary at Cascade Eye Care
A 23-year-old man was arrested for burglary after breaking into Cascade Eye Care in Redding on Wednesday night, according to local authorities. The Redding Police Department responded to an alarm at the business around 11:20 p.m. and discovered a broken window at the scene.
Dr. Steven London Arrested for $157,000 Insurance Fraud Scheme
Dr. Steven London, a 57-year-old dentist from Boca Raton, was arrested on Monday and booked into the Palm Beach County Jail for theft and insurance fraud, following an investigation by the Department of Financial Services (DFS), Criminal Investigations Division.
