Brandon Gliha Arrested in 1997 Stephen Edenfield Murder Case
Brandon Gliha, 47, has been arrested in connection with the 1997 murder of Stephen Edenfield, nearly 28 years after the crime. On February 1, 1997, Edenfield’s brother, James Edenfield, discovered his sibling’s body in his Tampa home, covered in blood, with the word “greed” written on the wall in blood.
Former Teacher Molly Spears Arrested on Child Sexual Assault Charges
Molly Colleen Spears, a former teacher at Barbers Hill High School in Chambers County, Texas, was arrested again on February 27, 2025, facing new charges of sexual assault of a child. This follows earlier charges related to an improper relationship with a student.
NSU Student Ethan Rodriguez Arrested on Two Counts of Sexual Battery
Ethan Contrera Rodriguez, a 19-year-old student from Nova Southeastern University, was arrested on February 27, 2025, facing two charges of sexual battery. The arrest follows two separate alleged incidents that took place in 2024.
Arrest Made in Derrick Coleman’s 2022 Murder Case in Johnston, S.C.
The mystery surrounding the death of Derrick Coleman, whose body was found in a manhole in Johnston, South Carolina, in 2022, has been resolved after more than three years. Investigators have made an arrest in the case, bringing closure to the 41-year-old victim’s tragic death in Edgefield County.
Lagashia Williams and Graciela Amar Arrested for Kicking Dog and Animal Cruelty
Lagashia Williams and Graciela Amar found themselves in the spotlight last week after a heated altercation with their neighbor on February 19. The dispute escalated when one of the women was seen on camera kicking the elderly dog, Gigi, so violently that it was launched into the air. The video quickly went viral, sparking outrage.
Decorah High School Teacher Dustin Bliven Arrested on Sexual Exploitation Charges
Students in Decorah, Iowa, are reacting after music teacher Dustin Bliven, 48, was arrested last week by local police. Bliven, who works at Decorah High School, faces charges of sexual exploitation by a school employee.
Timothy Yakaitis and Mireya Duesler Arrested for Drug Sales in Redding
On February 27, 2025, a traffic stop in Redding led to the arrest of 43-year-old Timothy Yakaitis and 26-year-old Mireya Duesler on charges related to the sale of methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Xiaoli Xue Charged for Laundering $7 Million for Organised Crime Network
A Sydney woman has been charged for allegedly laundering nearly $7 million on behalf of an Organised Crime Network (OCN) using fraudulent home loans. Xiaoli Xue, 36, was arrested in Berala on Thursday after a thorough investigation by financial crimes detectives. She was taken to Auburn Police Station and was denied bail, appearing in Burwood Local Court the following day.
Two Arrested in Shooting Death of Dejuan Hemphill in St. Paul
St. Paul police have arrested two individuals in connection to the fatal shooting of 24-year-old Dejuan Hemphill in November. Jehovah Mekieyale Nelson, 19, and Kenneth Eugene Terry IV, 18, were apprehended Thursday morning by the St. Paul SWAT team.
Brush Man Arrested on Multiple Charges of Sexual Exploitation of a Child
A Brush man has been arrested after an extensive investigation into child sex abuse material, according to the Brush Police Department. Matthew Harding, 36, was arrested Thursday on felony charges, facing 64 counts of Sexual Exploitation of a Child. He is currently being held without bond at the Morgan County Detention Center, pending further proceedings.
Town of Dover Man Arrested on Five Counts of Child Pornography
A 41-year-old man from the Town of Dover, Michael Castagnino, has been arrested and is currently in custody at the Racine County Jail on five counts of child pornography. The charges stem from his alleged actions of uploading child pornography to his Kik account.
Madison Firefighter Brandon Magill Arrested on Animal Cruelty Charges
MADISON, Ala. — Madison city leaders confirmed that a firefighter has been placed on administrative leave following his arrest on animal cruelty charges.
Taekwondo Instructor Lyndon Jarman Arrested for Abuse
Broken Arrow Police have arrested Lyndon Jarman, a taekwondo instructor, on charges of molesting five of his young students. Authorities are now working to determine if there are additional victims.
Jamal Carter Arrested for Murder of Alvin J. Parker
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — One man has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of 42-year-old Alvin J. Parker in December 2024. Parker’s body was found by Champaign County Sheriff’s deputies on December 10, 2024, in northwest Champaign, specifically in the 1500 block of Dobbins Drive.
Timothy McCullough and John Krayton Arrested for Child Exploitation
West Columbia, SC (WOLO) — South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of two men involved in the Sexual Exploitation of Minors following a tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). The tip led authorities to Timothy McCullough, 68, of West Columbia, and John Krayton, 50, of Lexington, who were arrested for separate offenses.
Steven Dackiewicz Arrested for Posing as Amazon Driver in Robbery
ALLIANCE, Ohio (WOIO) – Alliance Police arrested Steven S. Dackiewicz, 60, of Chardon, on Thursday for felony aggravated robbery after he allegedly posed as an Amazon delivery driver to rob a home in December 2024.
Singaporean Man Arrested in Bangkok for Global Cyber Attacks
BANGKOK — A Singaporean man, Chia, was arrested by Thai police on Wednesday after a joint operation with Singaporean authorities. Chia, 39, is suspected of conducting cyber attacks on more than 70 organizations across 12 countries.
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Tsion Clayton & Kimone Green Charged in Brianna Long’s Death
REMERTON, Georgia – Tsion Clayton, 23, and Kimone Green, 21, both from Lowndes County, Georgia, have been arrested and charged with Malice Murder in connection with the death of Brianna Long on October 29, 2023. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) made the announcement as the case continues to unfold.
Andres Gavira-Carvajal & Marilu Betancourt Arrested for Drug Trafficking
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Two Colombian nationals were arrested on Thursday in Fort Myers, Florida, after law enforcement agents seized more than a pound of “pink cocaine,” also known as Tusi. The arrests were made as part of an operation targeting the trafficking of the dangerous synthetic drug.
Michael Mancini Arrested for Alleged Sexual Assault of Two Teens
Killingly, Conn. — Michael Mancini, a 51-year-old man, was arrested on Wednesday morning in Killingly, Connecticut, for allegedly sexually assaulting two 15-year-old boys. The arrest was made by the Eastern District Major Crimes unit at 7:35 a.m.
Wildwood Woman Heather Hersh Arrested for Trespassing and Resisting Arrest
A Wildwood woman, Heather Nicole Hersh, was arrested for trespassing and charged with resisting arrest after officers were forced to take her to the ground during a confrontation.
Houston Murder Suspect Sean Donte Bullard Arrested in Tyler County
The Tyler County Sheriff’s Office assisted in the arrest of a Houston murder suspect last week. Sean Donte Bullard, a 26-year-old man from Houston, was taken into custody and charged with murder in connection with the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Nicholas Batiste.
Former Nigerian Lawmaker Usman Okai Arrested by DSS
The Department of State Services (DSS) has arrested former House of Representatives member, Comrade Usman Okai Austin, for his outspoken criticism of Kogi State Governor Usman Ododo. Okai, a vocal activist and politician, was reportedly taken from his residence on Wednesday in a manner described as “gestapo” by fellow activist Omoyele Sowore.
Memphis Woman Arrested as Self-Proclaimed ‘Mother’ of Kia Boys Gang
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Ashley Perkins, 39, was arrested and charged with theft of property and vehicle burglary after police discovered stolen items in her Northeast Memphis home. Authorities say these items were taken from vehicles over a six-month period, including credit cards, debit cards, and other valuables.
Hattiesburg Man Alonzo Mcree Arrested for Child Abuse
HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) – A Hattiesburg man was arrested on Wednesday for felony child abuse after an incident that occurred around 11:00 p.m. in the 6000 block of US 49.
Devine Fire Chief Greg Atkinson Arrested for Sexual Harassment
DEVINE, Texas — Greg Atkinson, the Fire Chief of Devine Fire & Rescue, was arrested Thursday morning and booked into the Medina County Jail on allegations of official oppression and sexual harassment.
Kaynin Jackson Arrested for Stealing SUV, Brandishing Gun
AUSTIN, Texas — Kaynin Jackson, 31, has been arrested in connection with the theft of an SUV from a South Austin dealership. The Austin Police Department (APD) responded to an aggravated robbery call at Capital Chevrolet, located in the 6200 block of S I-35 Frontage Road, on February 26 around 5 p.m.
Tizonn Trotter and Jyair Freeman Arrested for Robbery in Delaware
MILLSBORO, Del. — Two men, Tizonn Trotter, 18, from Elkton, and Jyair Freeman, 18, from Smyrna, Del., were arrested by Delaware State Police in connection with an alleged robbery. The pair faces multiple charges, including first-degree felony robbery and second-degree conspiracy.
Ivan Steve Kong Arrested for Violation of Parole in Hilo
HILO, Hawaii – Police in Hilo recently arrested 46-year-old Ivan Steve Kong, a man considered armed and dangerous, following an outstanding warrant.
Sandra Jarman Arrested for Stealing $80K in Jewelry from Elderly Woman
VISALIA, Calif. (FOX26) — Sandra Jarman, a 28-year-old woman from Visalia, was arrested for allegedly stealing around $80,000 worth of jewelry from an 86-year-old woman she had been hired to care for, according to the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO).
Michael Gonzales Arrested for Murder of Angel Hoban in Fresno Home
FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — A man has been arrested and charged with murder after the body of 41-year-old Angel Hoban was discovered inside her Fresno home on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
Wonyoung Kim Arrested on Child Molestation Charges in Sacramento
A former counselor from Carmichael’s Charles Park Elementary School, Wonyoung Kim, has been arrested on multiple child molestation charges, following a lengthy investigation, authorities confirmed Thursday.
Fayette County Inmates Arrested for Phone Scams, Including Cayo, Thornton, and Maresh
Fayette County, GA – Investigators from the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office have arrested several individuals connected to widespread phone scams that defrauded metro Atlanta victims of thousands of dollars. The arrested individuals include Braindon Cayo, Dequarius Thornton, and Andrew Maresh.
Annie Melanie Lucas Extradited Over $1.6M Theft from Employer
Perth, Australia – Annie Melanie Lucas, a 62-year-old grandmother, has been extradited back to Australia after allegedly embezzling over $1.6 million from her former employer. She appeared in a Perth court on Saturday following her return from the United Kingdom.
Anambra Native Doctor Akwa Okoku Faces Serious Charges
Chidozie Nwangwu, better known as Akwa Okoku, a prominent native doctor from Anambra, has been hit with serious charges that have shaken the state. His arrest on February 16, followed by a dramatic court appearance on February 25, has drawn widespread attention, both on social media and in the legal sphere.
“Ex-Syrian MP Farouq Al-Hamadi Arrested for Extortion, Drug Trafficking”
Farouq Qassem Al-Hamadi, a former member of Syria’s People’s Assembly under Bashar al-Assad’s regime, was arrested by Syrian security forces in Daraa city on charges of extortion and drug trafficking. The arrest, which took place following an extensive surveillance operation, is a part of the ongoing crackdown on individuals connected to the fallen regime.
“Two Arrested in North Carolina for Child Abduction and Human Trafficking”
A 15-year-old girl from Spring Lake, North Carolina, was safely recovered after being abducted in the early hours of February 25. The case led to an Amber Alert, prompting an immediate response from the Harnett County Sheriff’s Office, the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
“Joshua Hollum Faces Trial in Nebraska for Drug Charges and Gun Possession”
The case against Joshua Hollum, a 46-year-old man from Yankton, South Dakota, has been transferred to trial court in Kearney, Nebraska. Hollum is facing multiple felony charges, including possession of over 140 grams of methamphetamine and possession of a firearm while committing a felony. In addition, he faces a misdemeanor charge of willful reckless driving.
