Three Men Jailed for 12 Years Over Scam Targeting Elderly
Three men were sentenced to over 12 years in prison on January 29 after being convicted for an elaborate scam that targeted elderly individuals in Hampshire, Surrey, Kent, and Sussex. The fraudsters operated from Reading, stealing £116,000 in cash and £300,000 worth of jewelry from 27 victims between February and September 2021.
Jacksonville Painting Business Owner Pleads Guilty in Workman’s Comp Scam
The head of a Jacksonville painting business has pleaded guilty to being involved in a large-scale workman’s compensation fraud scheme that cost the government millions in lost taxes and helped facilitate the employment of illegal immigrants on job sites.
Ole Miss Football Player Khari Coleman Arrested on Indecent Exposure Charges
Khari Coleman, a key player for the Ole Miss football team, was arrested on Thursday on indecent exposure charges following two separate incidents that took place on January 2, the same day the team played in the TaxSlayer Gator Bowl in Jacksonville.
Arslan Fatahi and Saman Safari Arrested in Iran
Two Kurdish adherents of the Yarsan religion, Arslan Fatahi and Saman Safari, were arrested by Iranian security forces in Javanrud on January 29, 2025. The two men, both from Gahwareh, were detained by the IRGC Intelligence forces without being shown an arrest warrant, according to a report from the Hengaw Organization for Human Rights.
Eight Kurdish and Sunni Detainees in Kermanshah: Arrests Continue
In a continuation of the ongoing crackdown against Kurdish and Sunni individuals in Kermanshah, at least eight people from Sarpol-e Zahab have been arrested by Iranian security forces. The detained individuals have been identified as Hamed Elyasi, Yousef Elyasi, Omar Babaei, Mohammad Azizi, Armin Moradi, Mohammad Yousefi, Komar Naderi, and Yousef Nairizi.
Mohammad Fariq Shari’atpanah Arrested by Iranian Intelligence
Mohammad Fariq Shari’atpanah, a Kurdish religious activist from Bukan, has been imprisoned by Iranian Intelligence for nearly three months with no contact from his family since late July, causing grave concern about his well-being. Initially arrested on May 15, 2024, Shari’atpanah was held in one of the Intelligence Department’s detention centers in Urmia before being transferred to Urmia Central Prison.
Two Kurds, Younes Rahmani and Esmail Bahrami, Arrested
In recent days, two Kurdish individuals from Shahin Dezh (Sain Qela), identified as Younes Rahmani and Esmail Bahrami, have been arrested by the security forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran and are currently being held in an unknown location.
Hossein Albou Obeid and Emad Mazraeh Arrested by Iranian Forces
The arrest of two Sunni Arabs, Hossein Albou Obeid and Emad Mazraeh, has raised alarm amid ongoing crackdowns in Khuzestan Province. Both individuals were detained by Iranian security forces and transferred to undisclosed locations.
Five Kurds Arrested in Javanrud by Iranian Security Forces
On Wednesday, January 22, 2025, five Kurdish individuals from Javanrud were arrested by Iranian security forces and transferred to the Naft Square Detention Center in Kermanshah. The detainees, identified as Atila Abdi, Reza Kamrani, Sattar Babayi, Zakaria Firouzbakht, and Edris Abdollahi, were reportedly detained violently without an arrest warrant.
Jerome Starkey Faces Arrest Warrant in Russia for Border Crossing
Jerome Starkey, the defense editor at The Sun, has been accused by a Russian court of illegally crossing the border into Russia. The Kursk regional court issued an arrest warrant for Starkey and placed him on an international wanted list. This development has drawn a strong response from Downing Street, which has condemned the arrest warrant as an example of “desperate rhetoric” from the Russian government.
Kelly Ellard (Kerry Sim) Re-Arrested in B.C. for Parole Breach
Kelly Ellard, now known as Kerry Sim, one of British Columbia’s most notorious killers, has been re-arrested on accusations of breaching at least one of her parole conditions. The arrest took place on Tuesday in South Surrey, where she had been living in a halfway house. It is still unclear if she remains in custody.
Anderson Zambrano-Pacheco Arrested in NYC After Aurora Crime
Anderson Zambrano-Pacheco, a Venezuelan gang member wanted in Aurora, was arrested in New York City early Tuesday morning. The 26-year-old was taken into custody by Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) and U.S. Homeland Security Investigations officers in the Bronx.
Three Afghan Clerics Arrested by Taliban for Criticizing Leadership
KABUL, Afghanistan — The recent arrest of three religious scholars critical of the Taliban’s leadership has sparked widespread condemnation from Islamic scholars, former prosecutors, and human rights groups. The detentions are seen as part of the Taliban’s broader crackdown on dissenting voices in the country.
Nicholas Murphy Arrested for Alleged Sex Crimes at Ardmore High
Authorities arrested Nicholas Murphy, a former performance arts teacher at Ardmore High School, on Thursday following accusations of sex crimes with a student.
Ean Busby Arrested for Setting Fire to Narcan Box in Bloomington
A 42-year-old man, Ean Busby, was arrested in Bloomington, Indiana, for allegedly setting fire to a Narcan box designed to provide medication to reverse opioid overdoses. The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office reported Thursday that Busby could face a felony arson charge after the incident outside Stride, a Monroe County crisis diversion center located at 312 N. Morton St. in downtown Bloomington.
Jacob Ewert Fired, Charged with Battery After Jail Incident
Martinsville, Ind. (WISH) — A correctional officer from Morgan County Jail has been dismissed and is facing criminal charges following an altercation with an inmate, according to the sheriff’s office.
Deandre R. Welch Faces Sentencing After Gun Malfunction Incident
Deandre R. Welch, who stood before his attorney James F. Gust at his January 23, 2025 sentencing hearing, made headlines for a disturbing incident in Buena Vista Township. Welch, in an act of domestic violence, pointed a gun at his estranged wife, intending to harm her. However, in a surprising turn of events, the gun malfunctioned — jamming not once, but three times.
Reginald Bernard Daniels Arrested After Bank Robbery in Hobe Sound
A dramatic standoff in Hobe Sound, Florida, led to the arrest of 49-year-old Reginald Bernard Daniels after he robbed Seacoast Bank with a large dagger-style knife. The Martin County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) released bodycam footage showing the tense moments following the robbery, which occurred around 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday.
Former Employee Sentenced to Jail After Impersonating Officer
PAPILLION, Neb. (WOWT) — Ryan Smith, a former employee of a company responsible for assisting authorities in transporting deceased bodies, was sentenced to 90 days in jail on Monday.
Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla Arrested on Terrorism Charges Over 2021 Riots
JOHANNESBURG (AP) — Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, daughter of former South African President Jacob Zuma, was arrested Thursday and appeared in court on charges of terrorism for allegedly inciting violence through social media posts before and during the 2021 riots that left over 350 dead.
Salwan Momika, Koran Burner, Shot Dead in Sweden
Salwan Momika, the Iraqi refugee who sparked outrage in 2023 by burning the Koran in Sweden, has been shot dead in an apartment building south of Stockholm. Authorities confirmed the 38-year-old’s death on Thursday and opened an investigation into the murder. Five people have been arrested in connection with the crime.
Michael Sims Arrested for Robbery in Little Rock Convenience Store
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Authorities in Little Rock have arrested Michael Sims, 24, in connection with a robbery at the Lucky 107 Convenience Store on Highway 107. Sims was taken into custody on Thursday and faces serious charges, including aggravated robbery and first-degree battery.
3 Arrested in Netherlands Museum Heist, Golden Helmet Stolen
Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the daring heist at the Drents Museum in Assen, the Netherlands, which took place over the weekend. Among the stolen items was the valuable Cotofenesti Helmet, a solid-gold artifact dating back to the fifth century B.C., and other priceless treasures.
Allen Platt Arrested for Violent Assault and Posting Attack Online
MARLBORO COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — Deputies in Marlboro County have arrested Allen Platt after he allegedly attacked a person with a metal pipe and later posted the assault on social media.
Ambassador-Designate Teeko Yorlay Arrested on Criminal Charges Over Social Media Post
Monrovia — Teeko Yorlay, Liberia’s Ambassador-designate to France, has been issued an arrest warrant by Stipendiary Magistrate Ben Bacon. The warrant follows Yorlay’s controversial social media posts in which he accused Wilmot Smith, the former deputy director general of the Liberia Institute of Statistics and Geo-Information Services (LISGIS), of “stealing LISGIS’s Census money.”
19-Year-Old Lucrecia Kormassa Koiyan Arrested for Exploiting Disabled Men in Viral TikTok Videos
A Loganville woman, 19-year-old Lucrecia Kormassa Koiyan, was arrested and charged with felony exploitation after videos surfaced online showing her performing provocative dances over disabled men. The videos, which gained viral attention on TikTok, have led to widespread outrage and a formal police investigation.
Kurdish Activist Pakhshan Azizi Sentenced to Death Amid Protests
Pakhshan Azizi, an Iranian Kurdish civil activist, has been sentenced to death, according to reports that circulated on social media on July 24, 2024. Azizi’s death sentence has triggered a wave of protests in the Kurdish-majority regions of Iran, particularly in the cities of Sanaa, Saqiz, and Sardasht. Alongside Azizi, Varisha Moradi, another ethnic Kurdish woman, also faces a similar fate, intensifying the public outcry.
Moroccan Social Media Star Aicha Sraidi Arrested Amid Controversy
Aicha Sraidi, known on social media as Houyam Star, was arrested in Casablanca following the procurator of the King’s orders, marking another case in a rising wave of legal actions against social media figures in Morocco.
Ilyas El-Malki Sentenced to 4 Months for Anti-Amazigh Hate Speech
Rabat – YouTuber Ilyas El-Malki has been sentenced to four months in prison and fined MAD 5,000 ($485) following a verdict from the First Instance Court of El Jadida. The sentencing stems from accusations of hate speech against the Amazigh community, which garnered widespread backlash.
Matthew Lee Moore Faces New Charges After Multiple Burglaries in Marshalltown
Matthew Lee Moore, 42, of Marshalltown, is facing numerous criminal charges after being linked to several burglaries in Marshalltown, including the January 7 burglary of VFW Post 839. The charges filed against Moore include two counts of third-degree burglary, one count of second-degree theft, and multiple other related charges, as detailed in a press release from the Marshalltown Police Department (MPD).
Decatur Man Arrested for Stealing Guns and Merchandise from Academy Sports
An 18-year-old man, Landon Kane Melson, was arrested after Decatur police say he hid inside Academy Sports & Outdoors and stole firearms and other merchandise after hours. The incident occurred on January 22, when police responded to an alarm at the store on Wimberly Drive SW.
Baton Rouge Trio Arrested in Connection with Armed Robbery
Baton Rouge police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a parking garage on France Street on Saturday afternoon, January 25. The robbery took place around 4:50 p.m., and three individuals have been arrested in connection with the crime.
Owensboro Woman Arrested for Drug Trafficking Involving Meth and Fentanyl
Paige Kassinger, an Owensboro woman, was arrested for drug trafficking after authorities discovered methamphetamine and fentanyl during a search of her residence in the 1600 block of Center Street.
Two Men Arrested on Gun and Drug Charges in Fall River
Fall River Police arrested two men, Brandon Pacheco, 30, and Joshua Dalton, 36, following an investigation into drug trafficking on Almy Street.
Two Arrested After Traffic Stop Leads to Seizure of Drugs and Firearm in New Bern
Ronnell Elder Neil Whitehead, 43, and Brianna Renae Harris, 29, both of New Bern, were arrested following a traffic stop on Broad Creek Road on January 21.
Drug Dealer Extradited from Thailand and Jailed After Fleeing Trial
Luke Atkin, 37, of Warrington, Cheshire, was sentenced to ten years in prison after being extradited from Thailand. Atkin had fled the UK before his trial began, but was arrested in Thailand for overstaying his visa and later deported back to the UK.
Duo Sentenced for Stolen Vehicle Incident in Meir
On June 22, 2022, Caddick and Leadbeater stole a red Toyota after threatening the owner at knifepoint on Broadway, Meir. A friend of the victim spotted the car shortly after and followed it, prompting a police operation.
Colorado Springs Man Arrested for Arson and Assault After Fire and Brawl
A Colorado Springs man was arrested early Thursday morning after allegedly starting a fire in a business complex stairway and then attacking a security guard who confronted him.
John Galifianakis Arrested for Impersonating Officer, Gun Possession
A 73-year-old man, John Galifianakis, was arrested in Uniondale after attempting to impersonate a police officer at the Department of Social Services building. Galifianakis entered the building and asked an employee for help with safeguarding his firearm.
Amanda Burnside Found Guilty of Arson for Hampton Bays Fires
Amanda Burnside, 42, from East Quogue, was convicted of arson after prosecutors revealed her failed attempts to ignite two homes before successfully setting a third house on fire in Hampton Bays in November 2023.
