Orlando Man Steven Scott Arrested for Defrauding Ormond Beach Couple
Steven Scott, a 36-year-old from Orlando, has been arrested for allegedly defrauding an Ormond Beach couple out of tens of thousands of dollars in a solar panel sales scam. The incident reportedly took place last year when Scott received $37,044 to install a solar system at the couple’s home but failed to provide the funds to his employer, the California-based company Powur PBC.
Bret Tucker Arrested After Fleeing from Weapons Disturbance in Bunnell
Bret Tucker, 50, was arrested by the Flagler County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) on Sunday after allegedly fleeing from a weapons disturbance in Bunnell. Tucker spent two days in jail, facing two felony charges and one misdemeanor, according to public data from his arrest.
Mthofi Cyril Msipho & Nonhlanhla Mbele Sentenced to Life for Murders & Fraud
The Durban High Court has sentenced Mthofi Cyril Msipho (53) and Nonhlanhla Cynthia Mbele (42) to three life terms and 45 years imprisonment each after they were convicted of three counts of murder and three counts of conspiracy to commit murder.
Warrant Issued for Calton Mudiwiwa Over R440,000 Fraud
A Harare Magistrate, Stanley Mambanje, issued an arrest warrant for Calton Mudiwiwa on Thursday after the accused disappeared on the day his court verdict was due to be heard.
Michael D. Browning Arrested for Shoplifting at Wal-Mart
A Tupelo man, Michael D. Browning, was arrested on New Year’s Eve on felony shoplifting charges after he was implicated in a theft at a Wal-Mart store.
Derrick Gaines and Johnny Thomas Arrested for Insurance Fraud
Two Claiborne County men, Derrick Gaines and Johnny Lakerias Thomas, have been arrested and charged with insurance fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy following an investigation by the Public Integrity Division of the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office.
Joseph Spinks Arrested for Murder of 15-Year-Old in Lauderdale County
Joseph Spinks, 50, has been arrested for the murder of 15-year-old Treyvone Young in Lauderdale County, Mississippi, following a fatal shooting on Christmas Eve. The incident also left two others injured.
Almas Bekzhanov Arrested After $1 Million Drug Seizure in Pontotoc County
A routine traffic stop in Pontotoc County, Mississippi led to the seizure of an estimated 600 pounds of illegal narcotics, valued at approximately $1 million.
Matthew Hudson Barnes Charged with Felony Child Abuse in Vicksburg
A Warren County man, Matthew Hudson Barnes, 28, has been charged with felony child abuse following an investigation into injuries sustained by a 4-month-old child.
Albany Man, Khaseem Allah, Arrested for $100K Email Scam
On July 15, 2024, Barnstable Police and the U.S. Secret Service New England Cyber Fraud Task Force arrested Khaseem Allah, a 25-year-old man from Albany, New York, after he allegedly scammed an Osterville resident out of $100,000 through a business email compromise.
Brockton Man, Elvis Andrade, Wanted for Stoughton Car Thefts & Fraud
Stoughton, Mass. — Stoughton Police have issued an arrest warrant for Elvis Andrade, a 32-year-old Brockton man, in connection with a series of motor vehicle break-ins, vehicle thefts, and credit card fraud. Andrade faces several charges, including larceny, receiving stolen property, and multiple counts of breaking and entering.
Kenneth Newcombe, Ex-CEO of C-Quest, Charged in Carbon Credit Fraud
New York, NY — Kenneth Newcombe, the former CEO of C-Quest Capital LLC, has been charged with fraud by US federal authorities after being accused of manipulating data from carbon offsetting projects in Africa and Asia. The alleged scheme aimed to fraudulently obtain carbon credits worth millions of dollars by overstating the environmental impact of cooking stove projects.
Bronx Lawyer and Son Arrested in Immigration Fraud Scheme
New York, NY — Kofi Amankwaa, a 69-year-old Bronx lawyer, and his son, Kofi Amankwaa Jr., 37, have been arrested and charged with orchestrating a fraudulent immigration scheme that spanned over seven years. Federal prosecutors allege that the father-son duo defrauded hundreds of immigrants, advising them to falsely claim abuse under the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) in order to obtain green cards.
Terraform Labs Co-Founder Do Hyeong Kwon Faces Fraud Charges
New York, NY — Do Hyeong Kwon, the 33-year-old South Korean co-founder of Terraform Labs, appeared in a New York court on Thursday to face fraud charges related to the multi-billion-dollar collapse of his cryptocurrency company.
Chaim “Eli” Puretz Sentenced to 24 Months for Multi-Million Mortgage Fraud Scheme
Newark, NJ — Chaim “Eli” Puretz, a key player in a multi-million-dollar mortgage fraud scheme, was sentenced to 24 months in prison by U.S. District Court Judge Robert Kirsch on Thursday. Puretz was involved in a fraudulent scheme to inflate property prices, which led to a $45 million loan for a Michigan property, resulting in substantial losses.
Zachery Ty Bryan Arrested on Domestic Violence Charge in Myrtle Beach
Myrtle Beach, SC — Zachery Ty Bryan, best known for his role as Brad Taylor on the popular sitcom “Home Improvement”, was arrested on January 2 by the Myrtle Beach Police. Bryan, 43, was charged with second-degree domestic violence and remains incarcerated with a $10,000 bond set.
Jose Garcia-Damasio and Valerio Garcia-Hernandez Arrested After Assaulting 72-Year-Old Man During New Year’s Day Home Burglary in Wichita Falls
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — Jose Garcia-Damasio, 18, and Valerio Garcia-Hernandez, 44, both residents of Wichita Falls, are in police custody after being charged in a New Year’s Day burglary that left a 72-year-old man injured. The two suspects were arrested following an attempted home burglary on January 1, 2025.
Caleb Price Arrested for Fentanyl and Firearm Possession in Tupelo
A 29-year-old man from Tupelo, Caleb Price, was arrested and charged with fentanyl and firearm possession following a December 18th search of his residence. The Tupelo Police Department, in collaboration with the Tupelo SWAT and North Mississippi Narcotics Unit, executed a search warrant at 1323 Green Tee Road.
Charles Ira Johnson Sentenced to 30 Years for Meth Trafficking
District Attorney Bubba Bramlett has announced the sentencing of Charles Ira Johnson, a man from Olive Branch, to 30 years in the custody of the Mississippi Department of Corrections. Fifteen of these years are to be served day-for-day without the possibility of parole or early release.
Six Arrested in Jacksonville’s Illegal Gambling Ring
Six individuals, including a long-time city employee, have been named in a court complaint for their involvement in an illegal gambling ring operating in Jacksonville. The group is facing multiple racketeering and gambling charges, with some of the accused facing bail amounts as high as $3.5 million.
Jake and Angela Wagner Sentenced in Ohio Family Murders
Jake Wagner and his mother, Angela Wagner, were sentenced on Friday for their involvement in the brutal 2016 murders of eight members of the Rhoden family in Pike County, Ohio. The crime, described as the most heinous in modern Ohio history, has been widely discussed for its chilling details.
Florida Man Arrested for Attempted Murder of Officers in Louisville
A Florida man visiting Louisville was arrested on December 28 after allegedly shooting at two police officers who responded to a call at a Germantown Airbnb.
Jeremy Waldrop Arrested for Business Theft and Narcotics in Asheville
A 47-year-old man, Jeremy David Waldrop, was arrested in Asheville on Thursday, January 2, after being caught with stolen property and illegal narcotics. The Asheville Police Department was conducting crime prevention efforts in the Riverside Drive area when officers spotted Waldrop’s vehicle parked behind a business.
Tyler Ternberg Denied Bond in Homicide of 4-Year-Old Girl
A man from Simpsonville, South Carolina, has been denied bond in connection to the tragic death of a 4-year-old girl. Tyler David Ternberg, 28, was arrested on Thursday, charged with homicide by child abuse.
Petaluma Police Arrest Two for Grocery Theft, Beck Faces Felony Charge
Petaluma police arrested two suspects on Thursday after they allegedly stole a cart full of grocery items from a local business. The suspects, Dylan Beck, 29, and Hanna Fredrickson, 32, both of Petaluma, were caught after fleeing the scene.
Trio Arrested After Fleeing Police in Daytona Beach Theft Case
Three suspects were arrested Monday in connection with a series of retail thefts in Daytona Beach and Port Orange, following a police pursuit.
Angelica Delao Arrested After 50-Mile Police Chase in Ohio
A Toledo woman, Angelica Delao, was arrested on January 3 after leading law enforcement on a nearly 50-mile chase following a theft at Dick’s Sporting Goods in Findlay.
4 Arrested in $100,000 Safe Theft, 1 Suspect Flees to Mexico
Authorities in Sherburne County, Minnesota, have arrested four suspects involved in the theft of a safe containing more than $100,000 in cash from a Baldwin Township home.
Waverly Man Arrested for Stealing ATM from The Beach House
A 45-year-old man from Waverly was arrested on January 3, 2025, after allegedly stealing an ATM machine from The Beach House, a popular bar in downtown Waverly. Jerry S. Hoge faces third-degree burglary charges in connection with the theft.
Evan Hill Arrested in Connection with Stolen Dirt Bike in Glastonbury
Glastonbury police have arrested Evan Hill, a 23-year-old man from Three Rivers, MA, in connection with the theft of a dirt bike from a Woodland Street residence in June 2023.
Abigail Kite Arrested for Stealing Over $1,100 from Hy-Vee with Fake UPC Codes
A North Liberty woman, Abigail Kite, is facing charges after she used a phony UPC code to steal over $1,100 worth of items from Hy-Vee stores in Coralville.
Ernesto Lopez Villalvazo Arrested for Theft of Services in Baker County
A 19-year-old man, Ernesto Ray Lopez Villalvazo, was arrested in Baker County after allegedly stealing fuel from a towing company on New Year’s Eve.
Four Arrested in Connection with Lindon Gun Store Burglary, Over 70 Firearms Stolen
Four men have been arrested in connection with a burglary at a Lindon gun store that resulted in the theft of over 70 firearms, power tools, and other items.
Two Men Arrested in Graves County Burglary
Two men were arrested Friday morning following a burglary at a location on Kentucky 339 West, near Wingo in Graves County.
Troy Police Arrest Kieondre Dickson & Laquisha Wells in Vehicle Theft
TROY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Two Troy residents were arrested on Wednesday following an investigation into a stolen vehicle. Kieondre Dickson, 32, and Laquisha Wells, 40, are now facing multiple felony charges.
Jeremiah McDonald, Blade Kenyon & Mackenzie Higdem Arrested in Fargo
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) — A routine attempt to locate a suspect turned into a major arrest operation, resulting in the apprehension of three individuals. Jeremiah McDonald, 31, was arrested for outstanding warrants related to robbery, third-degree assault, theft, and drug offenses. Blade Kenyon, 30, was taken into custody for possession of a stolen vehicle, fleeing police, and five outstanding warrants from Cass County. Mackenzie Higdem, 22, was arrested for refusal to halt and possession of drug paraphernalia.
Kimberly Cox & Alek Dallmann Arrested in West Fargo Meth Bust
WEST FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) — Two individuals from Jamestown were arrested on December 27 in West Fargo after a routine traffic stop led to the discovery of a large amount of methamphetamine. Kimberly Cox and Alek Dallmann now face charges for possession with intent to deliver methamphetamine. Cox is also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia.
Elijah Hubbard Arrested in North Vernon for Home Burglary
NORTH VERNON, Ind. — A Seymour man was arrested last week in connection with a home burglary in North Vernon. Elijah Hubbard, 24, faces preliminary charges of burglary (Level 4 Felony) after prescription pills were stolen from a residence in the Country Squire Lakes area.
Steve Manda Arrested for Impersonating Soldier to Scam Victims
JENDA, Mzimba District — Police in Jenda have arrested Steve Manda, a 33-year-old man, for posing as a soldier and deceiving people to steal money. Manda, who falsely claimed to be a member of the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) stationed at Moyale Barracks, reportedly scammed multiple victims, including his girlfriend, Annie Nyanda, an Airtel Money agent.
Amber Williams Arrested After Aberdeen Wreck Reveals Drugs
ABERDEEN, N.C. — A two-vehicle wreck on New Year’s Day in Aberdeen led to the arrest of Amber Williams, 38, from Raeford, a wanted woman with an outstanding warrant from Hoke County. The crash occurred on Highway 1 and 15-501, prompting a response from Aberdeen Police officers.
