Sapphire Egemasi Arrested by FBI in U.S. Fraud Scheme
Sapphire Egemasi, a Nigerian tech enthusiast popularly known online as the “tech queen,” has been arrested by the FBI for her alleged role in a major fraud scheme targeting U.S. government agencies.
Obi Obieze Arrested in Lagos for Enugu Ritual Killings
The Lagos State Police Command has taken custody of Obi Obieze, a fugitive native doctor from Enugu State, who was arrested by the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) while attempting to flee the country.
Hugh Bradley Jailed for £650K UK Luxury Car Theft Plot
Hugh Bradley, 31, from Sutton Coldfield, has been sentenced to eight years and nine months in prison for his role in a conspiracy that saw over £650,000 worth of luxury cars stolen across the UK.
Isaac Chirinos Arrested Twice in 24 Hours for Car Thefts
LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — A 25-year-old man, Isaac Chirinos, was arrested twice within 24 hours in Lincoln, Nebraska, after allegedly stealing two separate vehicles, according to local police.
Hector Martinez Arrested After Assault, Meth, and Theft Charges
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — A Tampa man, Hector Martinez, was arrested after leading police on a brief foot chase in Stuart, Florida, following accusations of domestic battery, theft, and drug possession, according to the Stuart Police Department (SPD).
Four Inmates Escape Columbus Minimum-Security Facility
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Authorities are actively searching for four inmates who escaped from a minimum-security facility near Frebis Avenue on Columbus’ southeast side late Thursday night.
Daniel Gatlin Sentenced to 20 Years for Meth Trafficking in Stuart, Fla.
STUART, Fla. (CBS12) — A Sur 13 gang member living in a sober home was sentenced to 20 years in prison after an undercover operation in Stuart uncovered his role in trafficking large quantities of methamphetamine.
Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez Charged in $21M Gambling Racketeering Case
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — A Florida sheriff, entrusted to uphold the law, now faces serious charges linked to a sprawling illegal gambling operation.
Jaxon Diaz-Tubito and Josemanuel Brizei Arrested in Port St. Lucie Armed Robbery
PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Two 18-year-olds, Jaxon Diaz-Tubito and Josemanuel Brizei, have been arrested in connection with an armed robbery outside a RaceTrac gas station on US Highway 1 in Port St. Lucie.
Kayla Jones Arrested for Stealing Over $12,000 from Ascension Schools
BATON ROUGE, La. — Kayla Jones, 33, a former employee of the Ascension Parish Public School System, has been arrested for allegedly stealing over $12,000 during her employment.
Garfield Bennett Arrested for Stealing Rare Heart Instruments in Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Police have arrested 57-year-old Garfield Bennett in connection with the theft of two irreplaceable instruments from the band Heart during a performance at the Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena last week.
Thomas Jordan Pleads Guilty to Illegal Handgun Possession in Hamilton Twp
HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Thomas Jordan, 34, of Atlantic City, pleaded guilty Monday to unlawful possession of a handgun after police discovered a loaded firearm during a traffic stop on suspicion of driving under the influence.
Brian Feltner Arrested for Stealing Rifle from Roommate in Pueblo
PUEBLO COUNTY, Colo. — A convicted felon, Brian Feltner, 39, was arrested Tuesday after allegedly stealing a rifle from his roommate, the Pueblo County Sheriff’s Office reported.
David Sorrells Arrested After Motorcycle Chase in Wichita Falls
WICHITA FALLS — A Windthorst man with multiple outstanding warrants was arrested after leading law enforcement on a motorcycle chase through Wichita Falls.
4 Lingnan University Students Arrested Over HK$1.3M Theft
HONG KONG — Four former and current student union members from Lingnan University have been arrested for allegedly embezzling HK$1.3 million from the union’s funds to cover personal expenses, authorities announced on Thursday.
Steven L. Terry Arrested After Multi-County Police Chase
Steelville, MO — A high-speed chase that began with a stolen truck in Rolla on June 4 ended with the arrest of Steven L. Terry, 39, after he led officers through multiple Missouri jurisdictions in a dangerous pursuit during rainy weather.
Michael Anthony Kelly Arrested for Stealing $650K in Watches
Detectives from the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Economic Crimes Unit have arrested 32-year-old Michael Anthony Kelly of St. Petersburg following an extensive investigation into the theft of luxury watches from a local jewelry business.
Kevin Whitman Arrested for Posing as Doctor, Distributing Drugs
Kevin Whitman, 27, of Irondequoit, New York, was arrested for allegedly impersonating a medical doctor and illegally distributing prescription drugs. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of New York, Whitman used a DEA registration number belonging to Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester without authorization.
Harry Hartman Charged with Mail Theft in Gettysburg, Pa.
ADAMS COUNTY, Pa. — Harry Hartman, 54, the former publisher of a Gettysburg-area newspaper, has been charged with mail theft, officials announced Thursday.
Lenare Leath Jr. and Teen Arrested in Separate Northwest D.C. Theft Cases
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Two suspects have been arrested in separate incidents involving theft and robbery attempts in Northwest Washington, D.C.
Damian Pineyro, Keila Diaz Arrested in Atlantic City Assault
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A man and woman were arrested early Sunday following a violent altercation with another couple at the Quarter at Tropicana, according to the Atlantic City Police Department.
Leonardo Silguero-Jiminez Arrested by ICE in Reno
RENO, Nev. — Federal immigration officials are continuing their targeted enforcement efforts in Northern Nevada, with a recent arrest highlighting their ongoing operations.
Zachary Huffman Arrested for Series of Kewanee Car Burglaries
Kewanee, IL — Police in Kewanee have arrested 21-year-old Zachary Huffman in connection with a string of vehicle burglaries that occurred between May 14 and May 30. According to a statement from the Kewanee Police Department, Huffman was initially issued a Notice to Appear (NTA) under the Illinois SAFE-T Act and released from custody.
Sidney Ray Bonner Arrested for Nine Auto Burglaries
HATTIESBURG, Miss. – A Hattiesburg man is in custody after being linked to a series of auto burglaries in the city.
Gotti Grandsons Arrested for Beating Mob Associate Gabrielli
HOWARD BEACH, QUEENS — Two grandsons of the late Gambino crime boss John Gotti were arrested this week after allegedly beating a mob associate accused of robbing one of them.
Joshua Marcantel Arrested for Burglary and Theft in New Hartford
NEW HARTFORD — Joshua Marcantel, 42, was arrested for breaking into a home on Clinton Road and stealing property, the New Hartford Police Department reported.
Christopher Martin Arrested in Grand Island Burglaries
GRAND ISLAND, Neb. (KSNB) — A Grand Island man is facing two felony burglary charges in connection to thefts at Chief Buildings Office on S. North Road.
Five Arrested in Terrebonne Business Burglary Case
TERREBONNE PARISH, LA – Sheriff Tim Soignet has announced the arrest of five individuals tied to a series of business burglaries in the Dulac area, following an intensive investigation by the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office (TPSO) Criminal Patrol Division.
Jeffery Bingham Arrested in Tower Area Burglary Spree
TOWER, MN — A 42-year-old man is in custody following a string of burglaries and thefts in the Tower area. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed the arrest of Jeffery Allen Bingham, who was taken into custody on May 30 and is currently held in the St. Louis County Jail.
Foreign Nationals Arrested in Bali for Drug Possession Facing Death Penalty
Several foreign nationals—including an Australian, an Indian, and an American—have been arrested on the Indonesian tourist island of Bali on suspicion of drug possession, charges that carry the possibility of the death penalty.
Dejuana Fife Arrested for Impersonating Police at Louisville News Station
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (FOX 56) — Dejuana Fife, 60, from Riverdale, Georgia, was arrested on Saturday after allegedly impersonating a peace officer and resisting arrest at a Louisville news station.
Victor Reynolds Arrested for Alleged Child Sexual Abuse in Glenview
GLENVIEW, Ill. — Victor Reynolds, 36, a Chicago man, was arrested and charged Wednesday with aggravated criminal sexual abuse related to an incident involving a minor at a north suburban chiropractic office.
Toni Casey Jailed for Drug Dealing and Identity Fraud in Warrington
Toni Casey, 30, was sentenced to four years and 10 months in prison at Liverpool Crown Court after being caught dealing crack cocaine and heroin in Warrington while using a false identity to evade prison recall.
Roman Le Convicted for Running UK Cannabis Farm Empire Posing as Developer
Roman Le, 37, has been convicted for orchestrating a vast cannabis production network across the UK while masquerading as a Bentley-driving property developer.
Landreaux Lighty and Two Others Arrested in Darlington Drug Bust
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Three men were arrested Wednesday following a drug bust at a Bacote Street residence in Darlington.
Emmanuel Ingram Arrested for Allegedly Pointing Gun at School Bus
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) — A 34-year-old Horry County man, Emmanuel Ingram, has been arrested by federal agents after allegedly pointing a handgun at a school bus with children on board.
David Howard, Anton Johnson Arrested in Sumter Drug Bust
SUMTER COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — Two men are facing serious drug charges after Sumter County authorities uncovered a stash of illegal narcotics during a coordinated raid.
Rondarius Davis Sentenced to 25 Years for Fentanyl Trafficking
NEWBERRY COUNTY, S.C. (WACH) — A Newberry man with a history of violent crime will serve a lengthy prison term after pleading guilty to a serious drug offense.
Stephen Wayne Sentenced to 15 Years for Child Sex Assault
HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) — A Horry County man will spend the next 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to a disturbing crime involving a minor.
Xavier Herring, Amir Palmer-Kennedy, Raymone Kitchens Arrested in Altoona Fentanyl Bust
ALTOONA, PA — A months-long fentanyl trafficking investigation culminated in the arrest of three men Wednesday in connection with high-potency fentanyl packets stamped with a Chucky doll face, linked to numerous drug overdoses in Altoona.
