Alistair Baxter Jailed for £110K Shed Scam in Scotland
A man who conned nearly 70 customers out of more than £110,000 by falsely offering to build garden sheds and summerhouses has been sentenced to prison.
Detta Sanders, Marisa Guerrero Arrested in Seguin Shooting
(Seguin) — A shooting in Seguin early Monday morning has led to the arrest of two individuals, with two others still being sought by police.
Jaylin Tyler Arrested for Murder of Derrick Rogers in Toledo
TOLEDO, Ohio — A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old in south Toledo earlier this year.
Actor Michael Pitt Arrested on Multiple Sexual Abuse Charges
NEW YORK CITY — Michael Pitt, the actor best known for his roles in “Boardwalk Empire” and “Dawson’s Creek,” was arrested on May 2 in connection with multiple sexual abuse charges. He was arraigned at Kings Supreme Criminal Court in Brooklyn, facing accusations stemming from four alleged incidents that took place between April 2020 and August 2021.
Samuel Hochstetler Charged with Murder of Rosanna Kinsinger
RUTLAND, Ohio — Samuel Hochstetler has been arrested and charged with murder in connection with the suspicious death of Rosanna Kinsinger, a 28-year-old woman from the local Amish community.
Ingrid Alcover Sielicki Arrested for Domestic Violence Again
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — Ingrid Alcover Sielicki, 30, was arrested on Tuesday for domestic violence while already on probation for a March incident involving the same victim.
Charrybelle Talaue Charged for Posing as Nurse in B.C.
CENTRAL SAANICH, B.C. — Charrybelle Talaue has been charged with multiple offences after allegedly posing as a registered nurse and working in health care settings across the Victoria area.
Jemilu Abdullahi, Others Arrested for Vandalism in Lagos
LAGOS, NIGERIA — The Lagos Police Command has arrested Jemilu Abdullahi and Samsondeen Isiaku for allegedly vandalizing streetlight cables along the Ijegun-Jakande Road on Tuesday, May 6.
David Argueta-Marquez Arrested in KY, Wanted in Texas
PIKE COUNTY, KY — David Argueta-Marquez, 29, of Lyburn, West Virginia, was arrested Wednesday at a job site in Kimper, Kentucky, after being wanted in Texas on serious charges including aggravated kidnapping and aggravated sexual assault of a child, according to the U.S. Marshals Service.
Mohammad Amirrul Arrested in Singapore After Violent Video
SINGAPORE — Two individuals have been arrested after a viral video surfaced online showing a man being violently assaulted following a suspicious transaction. The incident, which took place in Singapore, prompted swift action from the Singapore Police Force (SPF) and Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB).
Joseph Maile Arrested in Child Sex Trafficking Sting
PORTLAND, Maine — The FBI has arrested Joseph Maile, a man from Presque Isle, Maine, as part of a massive child sex trafficking sting that resulted in over 200 arrests across the United States.
Grisel Rosario Charged in Lancaster Identity Theft Case
LANCASTER COUNTY, PA — A 61-year-old woman from the Bronx, Grisel Rosario, is facing multiple charges after she allegedly attempted to open a bank account in Manheim Township using a forged Georgia driver’s license, a fake name, and fraudulent documents.
Adrian Thompson Arrested in Marin Office Burglary Ring
MILL VALLEY, CA — Detectives with the Marin County Sheriff’s Office arrested Adrian L. Thompson, 43, and Riana L. Buffin, 28, both of Oakland, in connection with a December burglary at a medical office where several victims’ bankcards were stolen and used fraudulently.
Jana Dominguez Arrested in Novato on Drug Charges
NOVATO, CA — A late-night police search at a Novato motel led to the arrest of Jana Dominguez, a 26-year-old Bay Area woman, on multiple drug-related charges, including possession of heroin and methamphetamine.
Nathaniel McCowan Held for Wife’s Freeway Murder
OAKLAND, CA — Nathaniel McCowan, a 49-year-old Oakland resident, remains in custody without bond after being charged with the murder of his wife, who was fatally shot along Interstate 580 last year.
DCI Arrests Hackers Over Ksh 3.2M Theft in Nairobi
NAIROBI, KENYA — Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested five suspected hackers linked to a complex cyber fraud operation that led to the loss of Ksh 3.2 million from a victim’s bank accounts.
Mary Garcia-Vasquez Arrested for Aggravated Identity Fraud in Douglas
A 26-year-old woman from Douglas, Mary Garcia-Vasquez, was arrested and charged with aggravated identity fraud after allegedly stealing the identity of a Missouri resident. The victim, a resident of Nixa, Missouri, contacted the Douglas Police Department on April 11, 2025, after discovering that someone had used her personal information for fraudulent purposes.
Kansas Man Steals 800-lb Cannon to Pay $20K Drug Debt
Wichita, Kan. — A Kansas man was arrested for allegedly stealing an 800-lb historic cannon from a local park to pay off a significant drug debt. Gordon Pierce III, 37, was taken into custody after confessing to the theft, which involved a historic cannon dating back to the Spanish-American War and valued at over $100,000.
Suwannee County Deputies Arrest Three for Burglary and Pornography Crimes
Suwannee County, Fla. — On Wednesday, Suwannee County sheriff’s deputies arrested three men in separate incidents. Cody Spradley, 32, and Edgar Spradley, 63, were arrested for burglary and grand theft after they were caught on surveillance video breaking into a building on private property. The pair is now facing charges for the theft and burglary.
Bunnell Man Arrested for Robbery After Crash Turns Into Threats
Bunnell, Fla. – A minor traffic accident on May 5 escalated into a robbery when Jason Bass, 36, of Bunnell, allegedly threatened the other driver, demanded money, and pursued the victim across town. Bass is now facing several charges, including robbery, burglary, and possession of an open container.
Andrei-Theodor Cretu Sentenced to 12 More Months for Nationwide Shoplifting
Hull, UK – Andrei-Theodor Cretu, 27, from London, has been sentenced to an additional 12 months in prison after his involvement in a nationwide shoplifting spree. Cretu targeted multiple stores across the UK, stealing over £78,000 worth of goods, including from locations in Southend.
Enoch and Emily Smith Arrested for Drug Possession and Warrants
Towns County, GA – Enoch Franklin Smith, 39, and Emily Joanne Smith, 32, both of Gainesville, were arrested on Tuesday following a traffic stop on Highway 66 in Towns County. The Towns County Sheriff’s Office reported that the couple was found in possession of methamphetamine and marijuana during the stop.
Tony Robinson and Michael Francis Arrested for Stealing $10,000 in Miami-Dade
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – Two convicted felons, Tony Robinson, 38, and Michael Francis, 41, were arrested on Tuesday after a theft turned into a high-speed pursuit in southern Miami-Dade County, authorities said.
Michel and Omar Mendez Arrested for Credit Card Fraud in West Monroe
WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) – On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, the West Monroe Police Department (WMPD) responded to a follow-up investigation at 201 Mane Street regarding two suspects involved in stealing merchandise with fraudulent credit cards.
Shawntez Holmes Arrested After Standoff in Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – A 30-year-old man was arrested Thursday night after a brief standoff in southeast Topeka, according to authorities.
Samuel Shinkman Arrested for Stealing Vehicle in Hawthorne
HAWTHORNE, Fla. – Samuel Kirtan Shinkman, 31, was arrested on May 4 in Hawthorne after being found driving a car that had been stolen from the McDonald’s on East University Avenue in Gainesville.
Two Connecticut Residents Arrested for Prostitution, Drug Charges at State Police Barracks
HARTFORD, Conn. (WFSB) — Two Connecticut residents were arrested early Tuesday morning after a prostitution transaction took place at the State Police barracks in Hartford, resulting in drug-related charges as well.
Doral Man Arrested for Posing as Plastic Surgeon, Leaving Woman Disfigured
MIAMI, Fla. – A 58-year-old man from Doral was arrested on Thursday after allegedly posing as a licensed plastic surgeon and performing a cosmetic surgery that left a woman permanently disfigured.
Man Arrested for Allegedly Abandoning Ex-Girlfriend’s Body in Kawasaki, Police Criticized for Inaction
YOKOHAMA, Japan – A 27-year-old man, Hideyuki Shirai, was arrested on Saturday after the body of his former girlfriend, Asahi Okazaki, was discovered hidden in his house in Kawasaki. The body had been abandoned in a bag under the floor of Shirai’s home.
Paragould Couple Arrested After Two-Year-Old Undergoes Emergency Surgery for Repeated Abuse
Paragould, Ark. (KAIT) — A Paragould couple has been taken into custody following the emergency surgery of their two-year-old child, who was found to have suffered from a “repeated pattern” of physical abuse.
Kelvontae Perry Sentenced to 21-44 Years for Shaquille Love’s Murder
Bristol Township, PA – Kelvontae Nasheed Perry, 30, has been sentenced to 21 ½ to 44 years in state prison for the 2020 murder of Shaquille Love, a victim of a violent neighborhood feud. The sentencing, which took place on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, was handed down by Common Pleas Judge Wallace H. Bateman Jr., following Perry’s December conviction for third-degree murder.
Organized Crime Group Members Jailed for Over 46 Years in Cheshire
Cheshire, England – Thirteen members of an organized crime group (OCG) have been sentenced to a combined total of more than 46 years in prison for their involvement in a large-scale drug trafficking operation. The group was responsible for the supply of class A and B drugs across Congleton and surrounding towns in Cheshire.
Stéphane Plaza Arrested in Drug Probe Amid TV Exit
Stéphane Plaza, one of France’s most recognizable television hosts, was arrested on May 5, 2025, at his home in Bougival (Yvelines) as part of a broader investigation into drug trafficking. Known for his real estate programs on M6, Plaza’s arrest comes at a pivotal moment for both his career and the network that helped make him a household name.
Linda and Jennings Spears Charged in Logan County Drug Bust
Three individuals from Amherstdale, West Virginia, are facing serious drug charges following a significant seizure in Logan County. On Wednesday, West Virginia State Police arrested Linda Spears, Jennings Spears, and Rickey Browning during a raid that uncovered a substantial cache of illegal substances and cash.
Mason Herring Arrested Again for Violating Protection Order
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Mason Herring, the former Houston attorney convicted of drugging his pregnant wife with an abortion pill, has been arrested once again — this time for allegedly violating a civil protection order meant to keep him away from his ex-wife, Catherine Herring.
George Huntington Arrested in $500K Aiken County Drug Bust
AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) — Authorities in Aiken County have dismantled what they describe as a “major drug operation” following a large-scale seizure on May 6. Narcotics Investigators say the bust uncovered hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of marijuana and THC-infused products shipped from California.
Joshua Dupree of Newport Charged in Major Heroin Trafficking Case
MOREHEAD CITY, N.C. — A local government employee is behind bars after police uncovered a drug trafficking operation in Morehead City.
Richard Satchwell Trial: Jury Told of Monkey Scam and Quicklime Search
CASHEL, CO TIPPERARY — The jury in the ongoing murder trial of Richard Satchwell heard dramatic testimony this week regarding strange financial transactions and internet activity around the time of his wife Tina’s disappearance in March 2017.
Felix Odiambo Otieno Nabbed in Nairobi Fake Gold Bust
Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dismantled a high-value fake gold syndicate based in Nairobi’s upscale Runda estate, arresting four suspects during a targeted raid.
Wes Bickley Jailed for Shop Thefts in Coventry Retail Park
COVENTRY – Police in Coventry have jailed a repeat offender, Wes Bickley, for four months after he was caught shoplifting from the Warwickshire Retail Park, breaching a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) that banned him from the area.
