Gold Scam Arrests: Two Brooklyn Men Charged After Defrauding Elderly Woman
Two Brooklyn men, Chen Xinwei, 34, and Tangchao Huang, 55, were arrested after allegedly scamming an elderly woman from the Chicago area into purchasing $750,000 in gold bars. Both men have been charged with attempted theft of more than $500,000 but less than $1 million, a Class 2 felony.
Brothers Fayaz and Imtiaz Ahmed Sentenced for 1990s Rape Case
In January, brothers Fayaz and Imtiaz Ahmed were sentenced to prison in their absence for raping a young girl in Keighley during the 1990s when she was between 13 and 14 years old. Fayaz, aged 45, was sentenced to seven-and-a-half years, while 62-year-old Imtiaz received a nine-year sentence. Both fled before their trial began and are believed to have left the country.
Woman Arrested for Explosives Found at Colorado Tesla Dealership
A 40-year-old woman, Lucy Grace Nelson, was arrested after authorities discovered explosives at a Tesla dealership in Loveland, Colorado. Nelson faces charges related to the use of explosives, felony criminal mischief, and attempting to commit felonies, according to the Loveland Police Department.
Manchester Man Arrested for Multiple Burglaries and Robbery
A 42-year-old Manchester man, Michael Rivera, was arrested Tuesday in connection with several burglaries and a robbery. Police linked Rivera to four separate incidents that occurred between November 2024 and January 2025, with three of those incidents taking place at Ravi Mart on West Middle Turnpike.
Suspect Arrested in Post Falls Shooting Death of 46-Year-Old Man
A 47-year-old man, Jason Rook, has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting in Post Falls, Idaho. According to Post Falls Police, Rook was taken into custody near Seltice Way after authorities received a tip about his whereabouts.
Dallas Rapper BigXthaPlug Arrested in Arlington for Marijuana and Weapon Charges
Popular Dallas rapper BigXthaPlug, whose real name is Xavier Landum, was arrested in Arlington, Texas, late Tuesday night after a traffic stop led to the discovery of marijuana and a firearm. The incident occurred just after midnight on North Collins Street when officers pulled over a vehicle for expired registration.
UConn Professor Sherry Zane Arrested for Alleged Misuse of Funds
STORRS, Conn. (WTNH) — Dr. Sherry Zane, a UConn professor, was arrested after an investigation revealed that she allegedly used university funds for personal travel expenses. Zane, 56, was found to have funded multiple trips for herself and her family, both within the U.S. and abroad, using university money.
Karl Jordan Jr. Stabbed in Brooklyn Jail Ahead of Sentencing
Karl Jordan Jr., convicted in February 2024 for his role in the 2002 murder of Run-DMC’s Jam Master Jay, was stabbed at the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn on Saturday afternoon, according to sources familiar with the incident.
Shootout Near Ron Kirk Pedestrian Bridge Leaves Two Dead, Two Arrested
A violent shootout near the Ron Kirk Pedestrian Bridge in Dallas late Monday night resulted in two deaths and three people hospitalized, authorities report. The gunfight between two groups led to the tragic deaths of 18-year-old Abdulla Al Badry and 20-year-old Osvaldo Gutierrez, both of whom succumbed to their injuries at the hospital.
Violent Gang Members Arrested in MTM Area After Assault Incident
Four individuals, believed to be part of a violent gang, were arrested Monday in the MTM area following a troubling incident. Marson Alwis, Narson Marsian, Kaycee Kasal, and Kaynor Muritok now face multiple charges, including assault, terrorizing, and criminal mischief.
Rochester Man, John Timmerman, Accused of Sex Crimes
ROCHESTER — A 43-year-old Rochester man, John Timmerman, has been arrested on multiple felony charges after an extensive investigation by the Rochester Police Department (RPD). Timmerman is accused of having more than 150 victims across various states and countries.
Ringleader Mai Van Nguyen and Associates Convicted in UK Cannabis Farm Operation
HANOI – Three Vietnamese nationals have been convicted for their roles in a crime gang that trafficked migrants and forced them to work in cannabis farms across the UK. The operation was uncovered following a National Crime Agency (NCA) investigation that identified the ringleader, Mai Van Nguyen, 35, of Beetham Tower, Birmingham. Nguyen had previously been convicted of people smuggling and was found to have run extensive cannabis operations in the Midlands, London, and the north of England.
Albanian Drug Dealer Ronaldo Zani Arrested Again After Multiple Deportations
A repeat Albanian drug dealer, Ronaldo Zani, was apprehended in Bournemouth after illegally re-entering the UK for the third time, despite being deported twice previously. Zani, 26, was first expelled from the country in 2019 after being found in possession of cocaine. However, he returned months later, boasting to his customers, “I’m back to work.”
Sydney Nurse Sarah Abu Lebdeh Charged Over Threatening Video Involving Israeli Patients
Sarah Abu Lebdeh, a 26-year-old nurse who worked at Bankstown Hospital in Sydney, has been charged following the release of a viral video that appeared to show her and a colleague threatening to kill Israeli patients and boasting about refusing to treat them. The video, posted earlier this month by Israeli influencer Max Veifer, sparked widespread outrage.
NUP Candidate Erias Nalukoola Luyimbazi Brutally Arrested After Nomination
Erias Nalukoola Luyimbazi, the opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) candidate for the Kawempe North Member of Parliament by-election, shared a harrowing account of his arrest this Wednesday. The incident occurred immediately after Nalukoola’s nomination by the Electoral Commission, when he was aggressively detained by heavily armed security forces.
Romanian Presidential Candidate Călin Georgescu Arrested Amid Election Fraud Investigation
Far-right populist Călin Georgescu was arrested by Romanian police in Bucharest on Wednesday as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of election campaign fraud. Georgescu, who made an unexpected showing in the first round of last year’s presidential election, was stopped in traffic while on his way to submit his candidacy for the May elections, following the annulment of December’s second-round run-off by the constitutional court.
Former Fugitive Arrested After Decades on the Run for Attempted Murder
After nearly four decades of evading authorities, 76-year-old Stephen Craig Campbell is finally in custody. The fugitive was arrested last week after his use of a fraudulent identity in a 2019 driver’s license renewal triggered an investigation that ultimately led to his capture.
Cromwell Town Worker Resigns After Arrest for Sexual Assault
A Cromwell town worker has resigned after being arrested on charges of sexual assault. Salvatore Nesci, who has served as the town’s public health coordinator, was charged in November 2024 and placed on administrative leave.
Enterprise High School Principal Arrested After Custody Dispute
Ryan Johnson, the principal at Enterprise High School in Redding, California, was arrested on Saturday night following a disturbance outside his home. The incident, according to Johnson, was a custody dispute with his ex-wife, which escalated when police were called to the scene.
Three Men Arrested in Joint Human Trafficking Sting Operation in Swansea
Swansea police, in collaboration with the Massachusetts State Police High Risk Victims Unit and Somerset Police Department Detectives Division, carried out a joint human trafficking sting on Tuesday, leading to the arrests of three men. David Afriyie, 19, of Pawtucket; Joseph Wood, 38, of Hanson; and Manuel Costa, 39, of Westport, were all charged with enticing a child under 16, engaging in sexual conduct for a fee with a child under 18, and attempted rape of a child.
Zachary Barnett Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
Zachary Barnett, a former elementary music teacher at Eanes Independent School District (ISD), was arrested on February 26, 2025, on charges of possessing child pornography. Barnett, who had worked at Cedar Creek Elementary for three years, was apprehended following an investigation led by the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Computer Information Technology and Electronic Crime (CITEC) Unit.
Seth “Andrea” Gregori Arrested for Alleged Mass Casualty Attack Plan
Authorities in Texas foiled a mass casualty attack after arresting 21-year-old Seth “Andrea” Gregori on Monday morning. Gregori is accused of making terroristic threats with clear intent to ambush and kill police officers in Corpus Christi, Texas. Court records obtained by ABC News reveal Gregori had detailed plans and steps taken to carry out the attack.
Charles “Wide Neck” McDowell Arrested on Multiple Felony Charges
CHEROKEE COUNTY, GA — Charles Dion McDowell, who gained internet fame in 2018 for his viral mugshot due to his unusually large neck, is now facing multiple felony charges after his arrest in Cherokee County. McDowell, nicknamed “Wide Neck,” is charged with furnishing obscene material to minors, after allegedly sending explicit videos of a woman to her underage children and mother.
Registered Sex Offender Arrested on School Grounds in Deer Lakes District
A registered sex offender has been arrested after being found on the campus of a local school in the Deer Lakes School District. Mark Campbell, a known sex offender, was spotted by a school officer walking along the front sidewalk of the high school during dismissal. Authorities immediately intervened, arresting Campbell on school grounds.
Melbourne Crime Family Member Charged After Ramming Police Car
A member of one of Melbourne’s most infamous crime families, Lex Peirce Jr., has been charged after allegedly ramming a police car in the city’s inner-east. Peirce Jr., the nephew of two men charged in connection with the 1988 Walsh Street murders, was arrested at a 7-Eleven in Hawthorn East early yesterday morning.
Gib Lewis Unit Employee Arrested in Drug Investigation
WOODVILLE, Texas — A 32-year-old employee at the Gib Lewis Unit in Woodville was arrested on February 22 by the Office of the Inspector General in connection with an ongoing investigation into drug-related activities at the facility.
Karen Huger Sentenced to Jail in DUI Case
Karen Huger, the star of The Real Housewives of Potomac, has been sentenced to jail in connection with a DUI case. The 61-year-old was found guilty of five charges, including DUI, negligent driving, failing to control her speed, and not notifying authorities of a change of address. Huger was acquitted of reckless driving. The sentencing took place in Montgomery County, Maryland, and Huger was given a two-year jail term, with one year suspended, meaning she will serve 12 months behind bars.
Robert Earl Wingate Arrested After Drug and Weapon Seizure
A man was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 25, after authorities from the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) executed a search warrant in Birmingham. Robert Earl Wingate, 35, was taken into custody following the operation in the 900 block of 47th Place North, which led to the seizure of various narcotics and weapons.
Florida Couple Arrested in Key West Storage Unit Drug Bust
A Florida couple was arrested this week after police discovered drugs in a Key West storage unit where they were reportedly living. The incident began on Monday when officers were called to the storage facility to investigate a potential trespasser or burglary in progress.
Bryan Wright and Richard Comardelle Arrested in Lafourche Parish Drug Bust
Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced that a four-month narcotics investigation led to the arrests of two individuals, Bryan Wright, 50, of Gray, and Richard Comardelle Jr., 48, of Larose. Both men were arrested in connection to illegal narcotics sales in the central and southern areas of Lafourche Parish.
