Tran Minh Quang Among Arrested in Vietnam’s Crypto Scam Crackdown
As 2025 begins, law enforcement agencies around the world are targeting rising cryptocurrency and AI-related scams, leading to significant arrests and crackdowns across multiple regions.
Patrick Wall Arrested for Scamming Senior Citizens Out of $100K+
A 24-year-old man, Patrick Wall, allegedly scammed elderly homeowners across New Hyde Park, Floral Park, and surrounding neighborhoods out of more than $100,000 by promising to repair their homes and then cashing fraudulent checks. Wall was arrested on January 5, 2025, during an arraignment where his privately retained attorney, James D’Angelo, entered a plea of “Not Guilty” on his behalf. Wall faces multiple charges, including felonies and misdemeanors, in six different criminal cases.
Anil Kumar Pokharel Faces Arrest Warrant Over Fraud Case
An arrest warrant has been issued for Anil Kumar Pokharel, a prominent member of the CPN-UML and former personal secretary to Rishikesh Pokharel, the chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee in Nepal’s House of Representatives. The Morang District Court authorized the warrant on January 5, 2025, following allegations of fraud.
Thai Woman Arrested for Facebook Soap-Packing Job Scam
A 23-year-old woman, Sasikarn, was arrested in Nakhon Ratchasima on January 5, 2025, for her involvement in a fraudulent Facebook job scam. Sasikarn is accused of luring victims into paying fees for a non-existent soap-packing job. The arrest followed a warrant issued in October 2024.
Four Thai Teens, Including Arm, Crepe, and New, Arrested for Robbery of Belgian Man in Pattaya
Four Thai teenagers, including Arm, Crepe, and New, were arrested for the brutal assault and robbery of an 80-year-old Belgian man, Richard Ander M. Van Bogaert, in Pattaya on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024. The suspects stole 7,000 baht from the elderly man, leaving him injured.
Two Vietnamese Men, Nguyen Huu Luc and Do Van Hiep, Arrested for Theft in Nonthaburi
Police in Nonthaburi have arrested two Vietnamese men, Nguyen Huu Luc (34) and Do Van Hiep (36), for their involvement in a series of thefts across the province. The suspects, who entered Thailand legally on tourist visas, were apprehended on December 18, 2024, at a love hotel in the Bang Rak Noi district, following an extensive investigation into thefts in the Bang Bua Thong, Bang Kruai, Bang Si Mueang, and Chaiyaphruek areas.
Scott A. Lennington Arrested for Roof Repair Scam in Quincy and Florida
A Morton, Illinois, man was arrested in Treasure Island, Florida, for defrauding at least 10 individuals in Quincy by posing as an insurance adjuster offering roof repair services following a recent hailstorm. 48-year-old Scott A. Lennington was taken into custody by the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office and Treasure Island Police Department on December 13, 2024.
Lamondrick Keon Blue and Novia Z’Hane Ratliff Arrested for Dog Theft in Southern Pines
A man and a woman have been arrested after allegedly stealing a dog from an elderly couple in Southern Pines on Friday evening. The incident occurred at Kickback Jacks, located at 10745 U.S. 15/501, where the couple had been dining.
Claude Parker, Alina Savage, Yahaira Lluberes, and Hykia Dillard Arrested in Waterbury After Stolen Car Incident
Waterbury police made multiple arrests Saturday night following an investigation into a stolen vehicle. Officers spotted three individuals in a 2009 Nissan Altima on West Main Street, prompting a police operation. The suspects were identified as 56-year-old Claude Parker, 28-year-old Alina Savage, and 43-year-old Yahaira Lluberes, who were seen exiting the stolen vehicle.
Ryan Freedle and Michael Martinez Arrested for Golf Cart Theft in Brentwood
The Brentwood Police Department has announced the arrest of two men in connection with a golf cart theft early Saturday morning. At approximately 2:30 AM, officers responded to a report of two suspects stealing golf carts in the 100 block of Summerset Drive. The theft was monitored in real-time by the reporting party via live video surveillance.
Brayden Moran and Two Teens Arrested for Mailbox Thefts in Billerica
Three individuals were arrested in Billerica, Massachusetts, after being caught with a U.S. Postal Service (USPS) Arrow key, which is used to access mailboxes, as part of a series of mailbox thefts in the area.
Massachusetts Teen Tyler Savinon Arrested for Robbing USPS Carrier
An 18-year-old from Lowell, Massachusetts, was arrested on Tuesday in connection with the armed robbery of a U.S. postal worker in Nashua, New Hampshire, earlier this year. Tyler Savinon was charged with aiding and directing the robbery, which occurred on April 16 on Blacksmith Way.
Billy Martin and Bryce Long Arrested in Sweetwater for Vehicle Burglaries
SWEETWATER, Texas — Two men, Billy Martin and Bryce Long, were arrested on Saturday following a string of vehicle burglaries in Sweetwater, Texas.
Hayden Hollingsworth Arrested in Taylor County for Felony Charges
TAYLOR COUNTY, Texas — Hayden Hollingsworth of Ovalo was arrested on Friday by the Taylor County Sheriff’s Office on serious felony charges. Hollingsworth is facing accusations of 2nd Degree Felony Delivery of a Controlled Substance to a Minor and Bestiality.
Three Men Arrested in San Angelo for Drug and Weapon Possession
SAN ANGELO, Texas — Three men were arrested in San Angelo during a routine traffic stop after their van was pulled over for driving without headlights.
Three Arrested for November Armed Robbery in Williamsburg County
WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY, S.C. — Three individuals were arrested in connection with an armed robbery that took place in Williamsburg County on November 30. The robbery resulted in one man being injured.
Arrest Warrant Issued for Michael Turlington in Kittitas County
KITTITAS COUNTY, Wash. — An arrest warrant has been issued for Michael William Turlington, who faces felony drug charges after failing to appear in court. Turlington was arrested in 2023 during a major drug trafficking bust.
Sukhwinder Singh Arrested for Stealing $200K from Employer
OTTSVILLE, Pa. — Sukhwinder Singh, a 32-year-old man, was arrested on December 30 after he allegedly stole over $200,000 from his employer, Penn Jersey Food Mart in Ottsville. The theft was reported to the Tinicum Township Police Department, which led to the arrest.
Zamarrion Chambers Arrested for Alleged Firearm Theft in Temple
TEMPLE, Texas — An 18-year-old Temple man, Zamarrion Chambers, was arrested on Friday after allegedly stealing a firearm from a residence three weeks ago. Chambers was taken into custody by the Temple Police Department after a warrant for his arrest was issued.
Edward L. Altum Convicted of Second-Degree Homicide in Wife’s DeathWICHITA, Kan. — A 71-year-old man from Newton,
Kansas, has been convicted of second-degree intentional homicide and aggravated battery in the killing of his wife, Peggy Sue Altum.
Daitrez Birch Pleads Guilty to Murder in Wichita Trunk Body Case
WICHITA, Kan. — A 24-year-old Wichita man, Daitrez Birch, pleaded guilty to murder on Tuesday in connection with a case involving the discovery of a body in the trunk of a car earlier this year. Birch has been charged with second-degree murder, aggravated battery, and desecration of remains.
Stockton Couple Arrested in San Jose for Drug, Weapons Crimes
SAN JOSE, Calif. — A Stockton couple was arrested last week on suspicion of drug and weapons violations after an investigation into their alleged narcotics sales in the Bay Area.
Michigan Couple and Two Others Arrested for Retail Theft in Chambersburg
CHAMBERSBURG, Pa. — Four individuals from Michigan are behind bars after being charged with retail theft and conspiracy in the Chambersburg area. The suspects—Jasmine Adrianna Cockhern, Aaron Tamone Turner, Michael William-Scott, and Amontaie Cincere Evans—were arrested on January 5, 2025, after stealing from multiple local retailers.
Christian Rowe Arrested in Jackson County Theft Case
JACKSON COUNTY, Kan. — A 21-year-old man from Topeka, Christian Rowe, has been arrested in connection with a burglary and theft case in Jackson County. Deputies from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office took Rowe into custody on Thursday evening, charging him with burglary and felony theft.
Zane Tilcock and Emily Wise Charged in Kansas Bank Robberies
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) — Two individuals from Wichita are facing serious charges in connection with a series of bank robberies in Kansas. 20-year-old Zane Tilcock and 18-year-old Emily Wise have been charged for their roles in the armed robberies that occurred in December 2023.
Jhamilla Mckenzie Arrested for Assault and Theft at Hair Depot
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) — A woman accused of assaulting a Hair Depot employee several months ago was arrested on Sunday evening in Liberty Township.
Wichita Man Sentenced for Trafficking Stolen Human Body Parts
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) — A Wichita man, Angelo Pereya, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for his involvement in trafficking stolen human body parts from Wesley Medical Center.
Toronto Suspects Arrested After Stolen Vehicles Chase in Oakville
OAKVILLE, ON – Two suspects from Toronto were arrested following a high-speed chase involving stolen vehicles early on January 5th.
Hollie A. Odell Arrested for Shoplifting in Alliance, Ohio
ALLIANCE, Ohio (WOIO) – A woman wanted for multiple shoplifting incidents at an Alliance store turned herself in to authorities on Saturday afternoon.
Three Milwaukee Men Charged in Retail Theft and Police Chase
WEST ALLIS, Wis. – On December 28, three Milwaukee men were criminally charged after a retail theft and subsequent police chase. Prosecutors have filed charges against Trayvon Borden (28), William Jones (32), and John Farmer (62).
LabCorp and UHS Settle for $388,667 Over False Claims Act Violations
KNOXVILLE, TENN. — LabCorp and University Health System, Inc. (UHS) have agreed to pay $388,667.17 to settle allegations of violating the False Claims Act, according to an announcement by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee.
Keith Lawrence Middlebrook Sentenced to 8 Years for COVID-19 Investment Fraud
LOS ANGELES, CALIF. — Keith Lawrence Middlebrook, a 57-year-old man from Huntington Beach, has been sentenced to more than eight years in federal prison for defrauding investors in bogus COVID-19 cure and treatment companies, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California announced today.
Kyle Nathan Carlisle Sentenced to 92 Months for EIDL Loan Fraud
MONTGOMERY, AL. — Kyle Nathan Carlisle, a 39-year-old man from Phenix City, has been sentenced to 92 months (nearly 8 years) in prison for wire fraud and money laundering related to fraudulent applications for Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL), the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Alabama announced today.
Maryland Men Charged with Fraudulently Obtaining $1 Million in UI Benefits
BALTIMORE, MD — Daiwor Woah-Tee, 51, of Belcamp, and Dekwii Woah-Tee, 46, of Rosedale, Maryland, have been charged with wire fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft for a fraudulent scheme to steal over $1 million in unemployment insurance (UI) benefits, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland.
Fairfield Man Pleads Guilty to $7.4M Embezzlement Scheme at Banks
HARTFORD, CT — Lames Blose, 56, of Fairfield, pleaded guilty today in federal court to charges resulting from a decade-long embezzlement scheme involving multiple banks where he held high-ranking positions, including General Counsel.
Key West Firefighter Arrested for Cocaine and Steroid Possession
KEY WEST, FL — Austin Michael Kimbler, 28, a firefighter with the Key West Fire Department, was arrested on Tuesday, Dec. 31, after authorities found cocaine, anabolic steroids, and drug paraphernalia during a search of his residence in Big Coppitt Key.
Winn Parish Man Arrested After Crash, Faces Felony Drug Charges
CLARENCE, LA — Rory K. Gates, 64, of Winnfield, was arrested on January 5 following a traffic crash that led to the discovery of illegal drugs and drug paraphernalia in his vehicle, according to the Natchitoches Parish Sheriff’s Office (NPSO).
Wausau Man Sentenced to 12.5 Years for Cocaine and Methamphetamine Trafficking
MADISON, WI — Quo Vadis Lewis, 40, of Wausau, was sentenced to 12.5 years in federal prison on January 3rd after pleading guilty to charges related to the distribution of cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as firearms possession as a convicted felon.
Brentwood Man Sentenced to 2 Years in Prison for Insider Trading Scheme
LOS ANGELES — Shahriyar Bolandian, 36, of Brentwood, was sentenced today to 24 months in federal prison for his involvement in an insider trading scheme that generated more than $650,000 in illicit profits, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Central District of California.
