Canton Man Li Biao Arrested for Elder Fraud Scheme
A Canton man, Li Biao, has been arrested after attempting to scam an 84-year-old woman out of $25,000. The scam was foiled when the woman’s family noticed suspicious transactions and contacted the police.
Bangkok Woman Porntip Arrested in Police Impersonation Scam
A 63-year-old woman, Porntip, was arrested in Bangkok for her involvement in a call centre scam that impersonated police officers from the Surin City Police Station. The scam targeted victims through video calls, convincing them to transfer money for “verification” purposes, resulting in a total loss of over 1 million baht.
NDLEA Arrests Orizu Ifeanyi Arthur for Drug Smuggling at Abuja Airport
Orizu Ifeanyi Arthur, a 48-year-old businessman, was arrested at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport (NAIA) in Abuja on Sunday, 22nd December 2024, for attempting to smuggle drugs. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) operatives caught Arthur after he ingested 74 wraps of heroin and cocaine in an attempt to board Air France flight 844 to Paris.
Four Drug Kingpins Convicted in Historic 2,139kg Cocaine Seizure
Four major drug kingpins have been convicted by the Federal High Court in Lagos in connection with the record-breaking seizure of 2,139.55 kilograms of cocaine at an Ikorodu residential estate in 2022. The convicts—Soji Jubril Oke (71), Wasiu Akinade (55), Emmanuel Arinze Chukwu (67), and Jamaican Kelvin Christopher Smith (44)—were sentenced to various jail terms totaling 28 years with hard labor for their roles in the drug trafficking operation.
Notorious Con Artists Who Scammed Their Way to Fame
Despite the chaos they cause, infamous fraudsters continue to captivate the public. Recent documentaries have shed light on some of history’s most notorious con artists, with Anna Delvey (real name Anna Sorokin) making headlines after the release of Inventing Anna on Netflix in 2022.
Miami Fraudster Anthony Gignac: The Fake Prince Who Scammed Millions
For over three decades, Anthony Gignac lived a life of luxury while posing as Prince Khalid al-Saud of Saudi Arabia. Operating under the guise of Middle Eastern royalty, Gignac defrauded victims of more than $8 million (£6.4m) by convincing them to invest in fake ventures around the world. His elaborate deception included flaunting his wealth on Instagram, where he showcased fast cars, expensive watches, and bottles of champagne, often referring to himself as “sultan” or “prince.”
Victor Jeffries Sentenced to 12 Months for Knife Incident
Victor Jeffries, 64, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison after a violent outburst in a Warrington pub on December 7, 2024. Jeffries was initially reported for assaulting pub staff by throwing punches and kicks. When police arrived at the scene on Horsemarket Street, Jeffries escalated the situation by brandishing a knife and threatening the officers.
Ellis Brown Jailed for 40 Months Over £25,000 Tesco Burglary
Ellis Brown, 28, was sentenced to 40 months in prison after being involved in a burglary that saw £25,000 in cash stolen from a Tesco store in Burscough. The incident occurred on September 11, 2024, when Lancashire police were called to reports of a break-in at the Tesco store located on Station Approach just before 1 a.m.
Murat Karakas Jailed for 11 Years in Manslaughter of Richard Radbourne
Murat Karakas, 51, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison after being found guilty of manslaughter following the death of Richard Radbourne. The tragic incident occurred on March 3 in Tamworth, when Karakas, armed with a bat, deliberately drove his Audi Q3 into Radbourne, who was riding his Harley Davidson during a high-speed chase involving Karakas’ son, Max.
Manhunt for Jordan Castrey, Wanted for Licence Breach and Violent Assault
Police have launched a manhunt for Jordan Castrey, a violent offender who is now wanted for breaching the conditions of his licence. Castrey, 28, from Stoke-on-Trent, was sentenced to three years in 2023 after being convicted of violent assaults against two of his former partners nearly a year apart.
Darius Rucker Arrested in Tennessee on Drug Charges
Country singer Darius Rucker was arrested in Tennessee on charges of drug possession and vehicle registration violations. According to TMZ, Rucker faces charges of simple possession/casual exchange of a controlled substance, along with a separate violation for an expired vehicle registration.
Former Deputy Zackary King Sentenced to Prison for Excessive Force
Zackary King, a former Crawford County deputy, was sentenced to one year in prison with one year of supervised release for his involvement in a violent arrest captured in a viral video. The incident took place on August 21, 2022, when King, along with fellow former deputy Levi White and Mulberry Police Officer Thell Riddle, used excessive force during the arrest of Randal Worcester in Mulberry.
Former Edmonton Police Officer Collin Smart Sentenced
Collin Smart, a former Edmonton police officer, has been sentenced to house arrest after pleading guilty to falsifying 19 appearance notices for traffic violations. Smart, who was with the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) for 33 years, admitted to preparing these false records while on duty between July 2021 and May 2022.
Wet’suwet’en Chief Dtsa’hyl Sentenced to House Arrest for Pipeline Protest
Wet’suwet’en hereditary chief Dtsa’hyl, also known as Adam Gagnon, was sentenced in the B.C. Supreme Court in Smithers to 60 days of house arrest for his role in disrupting the construction of the Coastal GasLink pipeline on Wet’suwet’en traditional territory in October 2021. Justice Michael Tammen emphasized the need for a jail sentence, citing the significant disruption caused to workers and the construction process.
John Burton Sentenced to 20 Years for Aggravated DUI in MS
Vicksburg, MS – John Burton, a Vicksburg man, was sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of Aggravated DUI, with 10 years to be served concurrently for each count. The sentence was handed down by Judge Toni Terrett.
Arrests Made in Murder of Madisyn Evans in Newton County
Newton County, Miss. – Law enforcement authorities have made multiple arrests in the tragic death of Madisyn Evans, who was fatally shot on December 23, 2024. Evans, a student and athlete, was killed in a senseless act of violence in Newton, Mississippi.
Arrests Made in UK of Afghan Men Linked to People Smuggling Ring
Members of a criminal gang involved in smuggling migrants across Europe and committing sexual assaults have been arrested in the UK. The three Afghan nationals were detained in south London, Hertfordshire, and Essex following warrants issued by Belgian courts.
Eniola Aluko Sues Joey Barton for Defamation Over Social Media Posts
Football pundit Eniola Aluko has initiated legal action against Joey Barton, attending the first hearing of her High Court libel case.
Kano Sharia Court Sentences Hashimu Usman to Three Months for Drug Possession
A Kano Sharia Court, located in the Kurna Quarters of Dala LGA in Kano State, has sentenced Hashimu Usman to three months of bondage for possession of abused substances and resisting police arrest. Usman, who was caught in possession of marijuana, pleaded guilty to the charges.
Scott Rush of Bali Nine Convicted for Historic Offenses in Brisbane
Scott Rush, one of the remaining members of the Bali Nine, has been convicted for several unrelated historical crimes in Brisbane, just two weeks after his release from an Indonesian prison. Rush, 39, was part of the infamous Bali Nine group, which attempted to smuggle eight kilograms of heroin out of Bali, resulting in nearly 20 years of imprisonment.
Ian Cramer Sentenced to 28 Years for Deputy’s Death in High-Speed Chase
Ian Cramer, the 43-year-old son of North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer, was sentenced to 28 years in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to charges stemming from a fatal high-speed chase that resulted in the death of Mercer County Sheriff’s Deputy Paul Martin.
Zak Baako Found Guilty of Murder in Croydon Attack
Three men have been convicted for the murder of 27-year-old Michael Patrick Afonso Peixoto, who was fatally stabbed in Croydon in December 2023 while attempting to sell cocaine. Zak Baako, 29, of no fixed address, was found guilty of murder, while his co-defendants, John Budal, 20, and Omari Peat, 23, were convicted of manslaughter and robbery.
Two Men Jailed After Convictions for Cocaine Supply in Milton Keynes
Selita, 27, of Palmers Road in Arnos Grove, North London, was sentenced to five years and seven months, while Kola, 30, of Beccles Drive in Barking, East London, received a 16-month sentence. Both men were convicted in connection with an organised crime group involved in the distribution of cocaine across the area.
South London Drug Dealer Jailed After Posing With Cash and Rolex Watches
Michael Babalola, 24, was arrested on May 19 last year following a police raid at the home of his brother, Olusegun Babalola, in Peterborough. The raid was part of a larger operation by Cambridgeshire Constabulary targeting drug trafficking and exploitation.
14 Men Sentenced to 60 Years for Supplying Cocaine in Milton Keynes
The investigation uncovered a criminal network of Western Balkans men operating six separate drug lines throughout Milton Keynes from April 2022 to November 2023. These lines sold Class A drugs – primarily cocaine – thousands of times each month to hundreds of customers.
Mas Selamat Kastari’s Daring Escape and Capture: Terrorist Arrested
Mas Selamat Kastari, a notorious bomb maker from the Jemaah Islamiyah (JI) terror group, executed one of the most dramatic prison breaks in 2008. In February, he managed to escape from a Singaporean detention center, embarking on a daring journey that would eventually lead to his capture in Johor Baru, Malaysia.
Martin Ditlhabi: Wellington Musician Convicted of Rape
A Wellington musician, Martin Ditlhabi, has been convicted of rape and sentenced to three years and nine months in prison. Ditlhabi, 27, was arrested following widespread allegations that surfaced on social media. The charges, initially cleared in a previous trial, were revisited in a retrial that concluded in November.
Belarusian Priest Henrykh Akalatovich Sentenced to 11 Years for Treason
A Catholic priest in Belarus, Rev. Henrykh Akalatovich, was sentenced to 11 years in prison on Monday after being convicted of high treason for criticizing the government. This marks the first politically-motivated prosecution of Catholic clergy in Belarus since the country gained independence after the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991.
Julie Sweeney Jailed for 15 Months Over Mosque Bomb Threat
A 53-year-old woman from Church Lawton, Cheshire, has been sentenced to 15 months in prison after posting a threatening comment on Facebook. Julie Sweeney was convicted for writing that mosques should not be protected and should be “blown up with the adults in it.”
Richard David Williams Jailed for Encouraging Riots on Social Media
Richard David Williams, a 34-year-old man from Ewloe, Flintshire, has been sentenced to three months in jail after using social media to encourage a riot. Williams is believed to be the first individual from Wales to be convicted in connection with the recent wave of unrest that spread across England and Northern Ireland.
Ethan Laguardia Charged with Strangulation in South Windsor
A South Windsor man has been charged with strangulation and several other offenses following a domestic violence incident on New Year’s Day. Ethan Laguardia, 19, was taken into custody by local police on January 1, 2025.
Wagoner County Man Arrested After Multi-County Burglary Spree
WAGONER COUNTY, Okla. — A suspect was arrested after a string of burglaries across Wagoner, Rogers, and Coweta counties. Nicholas Cotton, 34, was taken into custody on November 5, following a comprehensive investigation that spanned several counties.
Wendy Bailey Arrested After Allegedly Admitting to Hiding Toddler’s Body
FAYETTE COUNTY, Ala. — Wendy Pamela Bailey, 22, has been arrested after allegedly admitting that she knew her toddler’s body had been stored in an outdoor storage shed. The discovery follows an investigation into the deaths of Steven Bradley Collins, 40, and 2-year-old Ryleigh Collins, who were killed in an accident. A third child, 1-year-old Kahleb Rowan Collins, was reported missing until it was revealed that his body had been hidden.
Crystal Stiefel Arrested for Burglary and Theft in Palm Coast
PALM COAST, Florida — A 25-year-old woman, Crystal Stiefel, was arrested on December 29, 2024, after allegedly breaking into a truck and stealing a chainsaw following a dispute over a dating relationship, according to the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office.
William Piersol Arrested in Connection to Alleged Burglary in Exton
EXTON, PA — A 23-year-old man, William Piersol, was arrested in connection with an alleged burglary in Chester County on December 16, 2024. The arrest took place following an incident at a property located at 312 East Lincoln Highway, as confirmed by the West Whiteland Police Department
Marco Xavier Pierre White Jr Avoids Jail for Burglaries
The son of celebrity chef Marco Pierre White, 29-year-old Marco Xavier Pierre White Jr, has received a suspended 30-week prison sentence after admitting to a series of burglaries in his hometown of Weston-super-Mare, Somerset.
Christina Lintner Arrested for Attempted Robbery in Gurnee
A 40-year-old Gurnee woman, Christina A. Lintner, was arrested after attempting to rob a gas station clerk on New Year’s Day, according to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.
Tray Daniel Walters Sentenced to 15 Years for Burglary and Theft
A Mabank man was sentenced to 15 years in the Texas Department of Criminal Justice on charges of burglary of a habitation and 10 years for theft of property with previous convictions. The sentence was handed down on Monday by 392nd District Judge Scott McKee.
Texas State Trooper Jacob McKeon Arrested for Official Oppression
HENDERSON COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) – Jacob Joseph McKeon, 34, a state trooper from Seven Points, has been arrested and charged with official oppression and criminal trespass after allegedly forcing his way into a home in East Texas.
Gordon Glass Sentenced to 2 Years for Abusive Behavior
NEWCASTLE, UK – Gordon Glass, 43, has been sentenced to two years in prison after a court heard of his abusive and controlling behavior towards his partner over the course of their relationship. Glass began a relationship with the woman in June 2023, initially showing no signs of abuse. However, by May 2024, his behavior became increasingly controlling.
