Seven Construction Scammers Sentenced for £22M Fraud
Seven individuals have been sentenced for their roles in a large-scale £22 million fraud targeting the taxpayer. The defendants were involved in orchestrating fraudulent payroll companies that pocketed VAT and Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) contributions, rather than paying them to HMRC.
ERAS Holdings CEO Andrei Karkar Arrested on Suspicion of Rape
Silicon Valley CEO Andrei Karkar Arrested on Multiple Charges in San Francisco
SAN FRANCISCO, CA – Andrei Karkar, 47, the CEO of ERAS Holdings, was arrested in downtown San Francisco on Saturday, February 3, 2025, following accusations of sexual assault and multiple other charges.
Adam P. Kahn, 45, Arrested for 2023 New Mexico Homicide
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) — Adam P. Kahn, a 45-year-old man from Craigville, has been apprehended by authorities in Wells County, Indiana. Kahn is wanted for his alleged involvement in a 2023 homicide in New Mexico.
Miguel Andres-Mateo Arrested by ICE in Cornelia
Cornelia, Ga. – Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) arrested 20-year-old Miguel Andres-Mateo, a Guatemalan national, on January 21, 2025, in Cornelia. Andres-Mateo had been arrested previously in May 2023 for driving under the influence (DUI) in Habersham County, where he was sentenced to 12 months of probation.
David Williams Arrested After Missing Sentencing Hearing
David Williams, 67, also known as David McHugh, has been arrested after missing his sentencing hearing, prompting the issue of a bench warrant. Williams, a serial fraudster, was wanted for defrauding over 1,200 people while posing as a barrister. He had previously worked as an accountant for former pop star Kerry Katona.
Robert Wilburn Sentenced to 100 Months for Felon in Possession of Firearm
LITTLE ROCK, AR – Robert Wilburn, 32, of Inverness, Mississippi, has been sentenced to 100 months in federal prison following his conviction on charges of being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition. The sentence was handed down by U.S. District Judge Lee P. Rudofsky
Five Women Charged with Riot at Alto Prison
Five women have been arrested and charged following a riot at Lee Arrendale State Prison in Alto. The women were booked into the Habersham County Detention Center on Friday and face charges of riot in a penal institution and violation of the Georgia Street Gang and Terrorism Prevention Act.
Christopher Searle Receives Suspended Sentence for Burglary and Possession of a Knife
A man from Upminster has received a suspended sentence after breaking into a home in Braintree and being arrested shortly after fleeing the scene. Christopher Searle, 32, was apprehended on June 22, 2024, following a burglary incident in Great Bardfield, after the police were alerted by a woman who heard a loud noise and saw a man breaking into the house while holding a knife.
Thomas Mearing Sentenced for Abusive Voicemail to MP Naz Shah
Thomas Mearing, 26, has been given a suspended prison sentence after pleading guilty to a public communications offense in connection with an abusive voicemail left for Labour MP Naz Shah. Mearing, from Yeovil, Somerset, was sentenced by Taunton Magistrates’ Court on January 30, 2025, to 12 weeks in prison, suspended for 18 months. He was also issued a five-year restraining order prohibiting him from contacting Ms. Shah or visiting her office.
Mansoor Ahmed Jailed for Sexual Assaults on London Underground
Mansoor Ahmed, 30, has been sentenced to 26 months in prison after pleading guilty to two counts of sexual assault on the London Underground. He was also placed on the sex offenders register for 10 years.
Kurdish Man Danish Sharafi Arrested Without Warrant in Sanandaj
Danish Sharafi, a 37-year-old Kurdish man from Salavatabad village, was arrested by security forces at his mobile phone shop on Sunday. Reports indicate that he was detained without an arrest warrant.
Thai Police Arrest Two Chinese Scam Kingpins, Seize 15M Baht in Assets
In a dramatic early-morning operation on February 5, 2025, Thai police raided a luxury villa in Bangkok to apprehend two Chinese nationals, Li Weijie, 30, and Ye Wanyou, 29, suspected of masterminding a large-scale cross-border scam operation. The arrest quickly escalated into a physical confrontation, with both suspects attempting to destroy digital evidence.
James Sigler Arrested for Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Materials
James Sigler, 43, the Executive Director of Admissions at Dickinson State University, was arrested by the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) on charges of possessing child sexual abuse materials.
Tyler and Kaylie Langved Arrested for Murder of Clay Kyllonen
In Williston, North Dakota, police have identified 30-year-old Clay Michael Kyllonen as the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred early Sunday morning. Upon arriving at the scene, officers found Kyllonen suffering from a gunshot wound and immediately attempted life-saving measures, but he died from his injuries.
Iranian Activist Mehdi Mahmoudian Begins 8-Month Prison Sentence
Mehdi Mahmoudian, an Iranian political activist, has begun serving an eight-month prison sentence, according to his lawyer, Mostafa Nili. The sentence stems from Mahmoudian’s social media posts about the presence of bed bugs in Iranian prisons.
Russian Suspect KA Arrested in Bali Crypto Robbery Case
A 30-year-old Russian national, KA, was arrested by the Bali Regional Police on January 31, 2025, in connection with a robbery targeting Ukrainian citizens. The suspect was detained at I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport just before he was set to fly to Dubai.
Tony Sanford Arrested for Armed Robbery at New Albany Gas Station
A strong community response led to the swift arrest of Tony D. Sanford Jr., 32, in connection with an armed robbery at a New Albany gas station on January 31.
Fakhrul Anwar Arrested at Son’s Wedding in Chattogram
Fakhrul Anwar, a former Awami League leader, was arrested at his son’s wedding ceremony in Chattogram last night, following a disruption outside the venue.
Brandon Colter Arrested in Georgetown County Narcotics Bust
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. (WCIV) — A 24-year-old man from Andrews, Brandon Colter, was arrested early Wednesday morning in connection with a major narcotics operation, the Georgetown County Sheriff’s Office reported.
Sean-Michael Johnson Arrested for Impersonating ICE Agent
Authorities in multiple states have arrested individuals accused of impersonating Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, intensifying fears within migrant communities during the Trump administration’s heightened immigration enforcement.
Natchitoches Man Arrested for Plywood Fraud Scheme
Authorities in Natchitoches Parish have arrested Shumichael L. Moore, 38, in connection with a fraudulent scheme where he reportedly sold plywood at reduced prices to homeowners, including some senior citizens, for home improvement projects. Moore’s scam included taking payments for materials he never delivered.
Delaware Homicide Suspect Daveon Showell Arrested in Virginia
Delaware State Police have made an arrest in the ongoing investigation into the May 2023 homicide in Bridgeville, Delaware
Newark’s Yasin Morrison, 9, Shot and Killed; Jesse Dunbar Arrested
Newark Family Mourns the Loss of 9-Year-Old Yasin Morrison After Fatal Shooting
Savannah Woman and Hardeeville Man Arrested After Traffic Stop
Port Royal, S.C. – Port Royal Police arrested a 40-year-old woman from Savannah and a 44-year-old man from Hardeeville following a traffic stop near Parker’s on 12 Savannah Highway on January 25, 2025.
Robert Allen and Anthony Hays Arrested on Drug Charges
Two residents from Odin, Robert Allen, 58, and Anthony Hays, 34, were arrested on multiple drug-related charges following a traffic stop and an attempted escape on foot.
Sosa-Horellana’s Arrest and its Subtle Impact on Cryptocurrency Market
On February 4, 2025, Carlos Alberto Sosa-Horellana, a Honduran national, was arrested by ICE Washington, following a conviction for rape, resulting in an 80-year prison sentence. This event, while not directly connected to cryptocurrency markets, subtly influenced market sentiment, particularly in the context of political and social stability, which can impact investor confidence in various assets, including cryptocurrencies.
Onu Simeon Arrested After Fatal Fight with Ifeanyi Chukwu
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has detained Onu Simeon in connection with the fatal altercation that resulted in the death of Ifeanyi Chukwu at Utako Market, Abuja. On February 5, 2025, around 9:30 a.m., the police received a distress call about a fight at the market. Officers swiftly responded to the scene, where they found Ifeanyi Chukwu unconscious. He was promptly taken to NNPC Hospital, Utako, but was declared dead by a doctor.
Jahrusalem Smith, Destiny Allen, Michael Ruiz Arrested in Robbery
Three Rochester residents have been arrested in connection to a jewelry store robbery that took place at The Mall at Greece Ridge on January 6, 2025. Jahrusalem Smith, 30, Destiny Allen, 41, and Michael Ruiz, 28, were taken into custody on February 5, 2025.
Three Suspects Identified in Valley Mart Video Lottery Burglary
Three suspects have been identified in connection with the video lottery burglary at Valley Mart in Volga, South Dakota, thanks to a Crime Stoppers tip and public assistance. Arrest warrants have been issued for the individuals involved in the January 30, 2025, crime.
Jose Ortiz Arrested for Burglary of 8 Jacksonville Churches
A 35-year-old man, Jose Ortiz, was arrested in connection with a series of break-ins at eight churches in Northwest Jacksonville. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) confirmed Ortiz was apprehended and charged with multiple counts of burglary and violation of probation.
Noe Arrellano-Perez Faces Murder Charge in Travis County Fentanyl Case
Noe Arrellano-Perez, 21, has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of 22-year-old Raymundo Silva Jr., marking Travis County’s first state-level fentanyl-related homicide case. The Travis County Sheriff’s Office announced the charges on Tuesday.
Jose Francisco Rivera Arrested for Robbery at Knife Point
A 57-year-old Ocala man, Jose Francisco Rivera, was arrested nearly two months after allegedly robbing another man at knifepoint outside a local convenience store.
Thomas Hamilton Arrested After Stealing Donation Box, School Burglary
Detectives from the Sully Police District have arrested a man after he was linked to stealing a donation box from a church and burglarizing a school in Chantilly.
Karen Crowe and Bruce Beckwith Arrested for Burglary in Evansville
Two individuals are facing burglary and theft charges after being caught stealing from a home in Evansville, Indiana.
Arnoldo Jimenez Arrested for 2012 Murder of Wife Estrella Carrera
In 2012, less than 48 hours after her wedding, Estrella Carrera was found dead in the bathtub of her Illinois apartment, still wearing her wedding dress. She had been stabbed more than a dozen times.
Manchester Police Seek Identity of Suspect in Sexual Assault Case
Manchester police are trying to identify a man arrested on charges of child sexual assault and identity fraud. The suspect, known as “John Doe” in the investigation, is currently detained at the Hillsborough County Jail. Initially, the man was believed to be 60-year-old Angel Rivera Laureano when he was accused of sexually assaulting a child last year, but further investigation has revealed discrepancies in his identity.
Two Arrested for Exploiting Elderly Woman’s Bank Account in Enfield
Two women in Enfield, Connecticut, have been arrested following an investigation into the exploitation of an elderly woman they were caring for. Brenda Whitehead, 32, of Manchester, and Charlene Wheeler, 60, of Enfield, face charges of first-degree larceny and insurance fraud after it was discovered they had cashed hundreds of thousands of dollars in checks from the woman’s bank account.
Dominic Ayo Williams Jailed for Fraudulent Insurance Claims
Dominic Ayo Williams, previously known as Ayodele Oladuti, is a 37-year-old man from Bromley who swindled £60,000 by claiming that Covid-19 restrictions forced him to cancel 14 holidays. He made 25 fraudulent travel and home insurance claims, alleging the pandemic impacted his holidays. However, in reality, he had not booked any of the flights or accommodations he claimed.
Accountant General Lawrence Semakula Among Nine Arrested in $17M Bank of Uganda Heist
Nine individuals, including the Accountant General Lawrence Semakula, have been arrested in connection with a massive $17 million (approximately Shs 60 billion) fraud at the Bank of Uganda (BOU). The money mysteriously disappeared from the central bank in September 2024 and was subsequently transferred to foreign accounts in the United Kingdom and various Asian countries.
Richter Arrested After Fatal Incident in Austin
No attorney details were available for Richter as of Wednesday, and KXAN plans to reach out for a statement regarding his charges.