Paul Tapp Jailed for Gutter Repair Scam Targeting Elderly
Paul Tapp, 42, has been sentenced to three years in prison after targeting vulnerable people with a fraudulent gutter repair scheme between June 27 and June 29, 2022.
Dr. Mona Ghosh Jailed for $2.4M Healthcare Fraud
Dr. Mona Ghosh, 52, an Illinois-based OB-GYN and owner of Progressive Women’s Healthcare in Hoffman Estates, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for executing a $2.4 million healthcare fraud scheme. The fraud involved billing for unnecessary or nonexistent procedures from 2018 to 2022, placing patients’ health and reproductive futures at risk.
Roksana Lecka Convicted of Abusing 21 Babies at Nurseries
Roksana Helena Lecka, 22, has been convicted of abusing 21 babies at two London nurseries, including kicking one child in the face and stepping on his shoulder. The conviction came on Monday, June 16, at Kingston Crown Court following a six-week trial.
Yin Xiang & Lirong Fu Arrested for Organized Retail Crime in Greenwich
On Thursday, June 12, 2025, Greenwich plainclothes officers from the organized retail crime unit were alerted to a suspicious transaction at a local merchant. Officers observed Lirong Fu, 34, attempting multiple purchases using digital wallets with various credit cards, several of which were declined. This pattern raised suspicions consistent with tactics used by Chinese Organized Criminal Groups (COCGs) involved in identity theft and credit card fraud.
Juan Jose Delgado Arrested for Identity Theft Targeting Seniors
A Brownsville man, Juan Jose Delgado, 37, was arrested Friday following allegations that he targeted senior citizens and low-income families in a fraudulent loan scheme.
Michael Cates Arrested in Colorado Springs on 39 Felony Charges
A 47-year-old repeat offender, Michael Cates, was arrested in Colorado Springs after a vehicle pursuit and coordinated multi-agency operation, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office announced.
Rickey Roden and Two Others Arrested in Tulsa Stolen Car Investigation
Tulsa Police arrested three men late Wednesday night after locating a stolen vehicle near 31st Street and Sheridan. Rickey Roden was found inside the vehicle and faces charges related to larceny of a motor vehicle.
Dawn Johnson Arrested for 2018 Panera Wallet Theft in Westport
WESTPORT – Dawn Johnson, 52, from Philadelphia, was arrested on June 2 in connection with a 2018 wallet theft at Panera Bread on Post Road East.
Gerson Alette Jr. Faces Charges After Deadly Hollywood Crash
Nineteen-year-old Gerson Alette Jr., from North Miami Beach, appeared in court Monday following a fatal car crash in Hollywood. Authorities say Alette was driving a white vehicle recklessly, weaving through traffic at high speeds before crashing and flipping his car.
Johnson Charged After Stolen Car Stop With Kids Inside
An Iowa State Patrol trooper spotted a stolen black Mercedes around 8:59 p.m. on Locust Street near Gaines Street in Davenport. The vehicle, driving westbound, matched the description of a car reported stolen.
Logan Nolan Arrested After Armed Robbery and Car Crash
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — A 20-year-old man was arrested after crashing a stolen car tied to an armed robbery in Rockford and fleeing on foot.
George Pruett Arrested With Drugs, Gun, Stolen Motorcycle
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — A man was arrested in Shreveport after being found with suspected methamphetamine, a firearm, and a stolen motorcycle, according to police.
William McCoy Arrested in Buena Vista After Assault, Theft
BUENA VISTA, Colo. (KKTV) — A man wanted on multiple warrants was arrested in Buena Vista late last week after fleeing a traffic stop in a stolen vehicle and assaulting a deputy during his apprehension, according to the Chaffee County Sheriff’s Office.
Michael J. Turner Arrested for Package Theft in Jasper
JASPER, Ga. – A U.S. Postal Service worker is facing theft-related charges after being arrested in connection with stolen packages and undelivered mail in Pickens County.
Jamie Whitesel Arrested After Stolen Van Chase on I-81
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) — Virginia State Police and Augusta County deputies arrested a Harrisonburg man after a high-speed chase involving a stolen van on Sunday.
Yashua Hytower Arrested After High-Speed Stolen Car Chase
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Two men were arrested after a brief high-speed chase involving a stolen vehicle in Horry County on May 17.
Larodderick Clay Arrested After Texarkana Store Robbery
A 38-year-old man, Larodderick Clay, was arrested following an armed robbery at a convenience store in Texarkana, Texas, Saturday night.
Juan Banda Arrested for Robbery in San Angelo Bike Theft
SAN ANGELO, TX — Juan Banda, 50, was arrested by San Angelo Police on June 14, 2025, following a robbery involving an assault and the theft of a bike and glasses.
Jaden Bullers Arrested for Stealing Van in Warsaw
WARSAW, IN — A 20-year-old Warsaw man, Jaden William Bullers, has been charged with auto theft after allegedly stealing a van from a local business and altering its identification.
Jacob Mazumbunye, 2 Others Nabbed for ZESA Copper Theft
HEADLANDS, ZIMBABWE — The Zimbabwe Republic Police arrested three suspects on Monday for allegedly stealing copper cables belonging to the Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority (ZESA).
Divine Nnalue Nabbed for Stealing Employer’s Toyota
ONITSHA, NIGERIA — The Anambra State Police Command has arrested Divine Ifeanyi Nnalue, a domestic worker, for allegedly stealing a black Toyota Camry (Reg No: ENU 289 JF) from his employer’s residence in the Federal Housing area of Onitsha.
Ramona Sarsgaard Arrested in Columbia Protest Incident
MORNINGSIDE HEIGHTS, NY — Ramona Sarsgaard, the 18-year-old daughter of actor-director Maggie Gyllenhaal and actor Peter Sarsgaard, was among 80 individuals arrested during a pro-Palestine protest at Columbia University last week.
Earnest Mattocks, Devontae Wright Arrested for High-Speed Chase
SMITHFIELD – Two Johnston County deputies were in the right place at the right time when they stopped a dangerous high-speed chase Thursday night.
Calixto Cerna III Arrested After Stolen Truck Found in Laredo
LAREDO, Texas — A 40-year-old man was arrested after a stolen truck from San Antonio was recovered in Laredo.
Melaka Finance Director Arrested for RM50 Million Share Investment Scam
PETALING JAYA – The director of the finance department at a local authority in Melaka was arrested today on suspicion of abusing his position by misusing nearly RM50 million of public funds to invest in shares without approval.
Jeremy Thompson Charged in $500K Elder Exploitation Case
DAVENPORT, IA — A Davenport man, Jeremy Paul Thompson, 54, has been arrested and charged with financial exploitation of an older individual, a Class B felony, for allegedly misappropriating over $500,000 from a Marshalltown couple, both over the age of 80.
Timothy Oakes Arrested in Fatal St. Lawrence Smuggling Case
AKWESASNE, NY — Timothy Oakes, brother of the late Casey Oakes, was arrested on Sunday in connection with the fatal March 2023 human smuggling attempt across the St. Lawrence River, which resulted in the deaths of eight migrants and his brother.
Brendan Arnold Arrested for Assault After Cape Girardeau Disturbance
CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. – A 25-year-old man from Scott City, Brendan Arnold, was arrested and charged with felony second-degree assault following a reported disturbance in Cape Girardeau late Thursday night, May 29.
Antonio and Maribel Espaillat Arrested After Deadly Dominican Nightclub Collapse
Antonio Espaillat and his sister Maribel Espaillat, owners of the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo, were arrested on June 12 following the tragic roof collapse that killed 236 people and injured over 180 others in April. The Dominican Republic Attorney General’s Office stated that the siblings displayed “immense irresponsibility and negligence” for failing to prevent the disaster.
Kristopher Thompson Arrested in 2018 Murder of Alfred Seymour
Tulsa Police have arrested 21-year-old Kristopher Thompson in connection with the murder of Alfred Seymour, which took place in November 2018.
Jose Montoya and Judith Ramirez Arrested After Memphis Bar Shooting
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – A husband and wife have been arrested following a shooting at the Tequila Town Bar in northeast Memphis early Sunday morning.
Manitowoc Bus Driver Justin Zipperer Arrested for Child Porn Charges
MANITOWOC, Wis. — Justin Zipperer, a 39-year-old school bus driver in Manitowoc, has been arrested on charges of possession of child sexual abuse material, the Manitowoc Police Department confirmed.
Troops Nab Bandit, Recover Arms in Kaduna and Plateau
Troops from the Nigerian Army’s 3 Division and Operation Safe Haven have arrested a suspected armed bandit and uncovered a weapons cache in separate successful operations conducted in Kaduna and Plateau States.
Nathan Pfaff Arrested for Murder in Cheyenne Shooting
CHEYENNE, WY — A 19-year-old Cheyenne man, Nathan Pfaff, has been arrested on second-degree murder charges following a fatal shooting early Friday morning.
Richard and Nora Ramirez Arrested for Child Abuse
EL PASO, Texas — Richard and Nora Ramirez have been arrested and charged with child abuse following disturbing allegations involving their adopted 15-year-old son.
Brad Loyd Morgan Arrested for Killing 70-Year-Old Man
SKIATOOK, OK — A 70-year-old man is dead, and his former stepson is behind bars following a fatal assault in Skiatook, according to the Skiatook Police Department.
Yanqiong Xiong, Guijun Zhao Arrested in San Jose Brothel Raids
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Two San Jose brothels were raided last week as part of a large-scale, multi-state crackdown on illicit massage businesses tied to human trafficking, officials announced Wednesday.
Francis Fontillas Arrested Over Seditious Facebook Posts
MANILA — Former police patrolman and outspoken vlogger Francis Steve Fontillas has been arrested following a series of viral social media posts attacking the Philippine government and its leaders.
Walter Mzembi Arrested After Returning From Exile
HARARE, Zimbabwe — Former Foreign Affairs Minister Dr. Walter Mzembi has been arrested and is set to appear at the Harare Magistrates Court today, according to reports from state media.
German Bar Owner Maik Arrested in Pattaya Drug Bust
PATTAYA, Thailand — A 42-year-old German national, identified only as Maik, was arrested on June 16, 2025, in Central Pattaya for allegedly using his beer bar and sports club as a front for cocaine distribution and for illegal possession of firearms.
Dr. Salvador Plasencia to Plead Guilty in Matthew Perry Case
A California physician, Dr. Salvador Plasencia, has agreed to plead guilty to distributing ketamine to actor Matthew Perry in the weeks leading up to his fatal overdose, federal prosecutors announced.
