Man Arrested in Tulare for Defrauding Woman of $9,600
TULARE, California — A 79-year-old woman was swindled out of $9,600 in a scam involving a fraudulent bail bondsman, Tulare Police reported. The suspect, 24-year-old Manuel Rivera Cueto from Los Angeles, was arrested after trying to collect additional funds.
Adrian Henning Arrested for Gunpoint Robbery in Perris, CA
PERRIS, California — Adrian Henning, a 20-year-old man from Moreno Valley, was arrested after allegedly robbing a victim at gunpoint during a social media sales transaction, the Perris Sheriff’s Station reported. Henning was taken into custody following a coordinated operation by local law enforcement.
Brockton College Student Named Person of Interest in Easton Shooting
BROCKTON, Massachusetts — A Brockton college student, Anthony Lopes, has been named a person of interest in a shooting incident that left a teenage girl seriously injured in Easton on January 14, 2025. Lopes, 18, was arraigned on illegal firearms charges at Brockton District Court on Wednesday, where prosecutors linked him to the shooting near the Avalon Apartments in Easton.
Bayonne Couple Arrested for Attempted Fraud at TD Bank
BAYONNE, NJ — A man and woman were arrested by the Bayonne Police Department on January 14, 2025, after attempting to conduct fraudulent transactions at TD Bank, Bayonne Police Chief Robert Geisler reported.
Lawton Man Arrested for Alleged Contractor Fraud, Operating Without License
LAWTON, Michigan — A 58-year-old Lawton man, Gordon Leighton, has been arrested by the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Office on charges of contractor fraud and operating without a license. The arrest follows a complaint filed in August 2024 by a family who hired Leighton to rebuild their home after it was destroyed in a fire.
Man Arrested for Fraud and Extortion in Dhaka, Posing as Yunus’ Colleague
DHAKA, Bangladesh — Kamal Khan, 46, also known as Shah Kamal Khan, was arrested by the Demra Police on Saturday for fraud and extortion. Khan allegedly posed as a former colleague of Chief Adviser Dr. Muhammad Yunus and attempted to extort a bribe from a police officer.
Tamareon Wilson Arrested in Florence Dollar General Robbery
FLORENCE, S.C. — Authorities have arrested Tamareon Wilson, an 18-year-old employee of Dollar General, in connection with a robbery that occurred late last year.
Dakotah A. Cenno Arrested for Armed Robbery in Albemarle County
ALBEMARLE COUNTY, Va. — Dakotah A. Cenno, a 26-year-old man from Charlottesville, has been arrested in connection with an armed robbery that took place last month.
Tyler Ussery Arrested in Connection with Multiple Durham Business Robberies
Durham, NC – A man has been arrested in connection with two armed robberies that occurred in Durham on January 15, 2025. Tyler Ussery, 28, was taken into custody by the Durham Police Department’s Organized Crime Division, Robbery Unit, and the FBI. The arrest happened shortly after 5:15 p.m. in the 3800 block of Ben Franklin Blvd.
Kevin Miller Arrested for Theft at Walmart in The Villages
Kevin Ronald Miller, a 42-year-old resident of the Historic Side of The Villages, was arrested earlier this month after law enforcement linked him to a theft case at Walmart in Summerfield, Florida. The arrest stemmed from an incident that occurred on August 17, 2024, when Miller triggered an emergency alarm while attempting to flee the store with stolen merchandise.
Former Glastonbury Officer Patrick Hemingway Arrested Again
Patrick Hemingway, a former Glastonbury Police Officer, has been arrested for the 20th time following his involvement in a 2023 burglary spree in North Canaan. The arrest took place earlier this week by State Police troopers from Troop B, who were investigating crimes that occurred on April 29 and March 14, 2023.
Charles Freeland and Larry Hernandez Charged with Burglary
Two individuals have been charged with burglary following a theft investigation in Calloway County on Saturday. Authorities responded to reports of stolen items from storage sheds at a residence in the Hamlin community.
Stacy Warren Carpenter Arrested in Tangipahoa Copper Wire Thefts
Stacy Warren Carpenter, 53, of Ponchatoula, has been arrested in connection to a series of copper wire thefts across Tangipahoa Parish. The thefts, which targeted AT&T wires, began on August 5, 2024, and continued until January 13, 2025. Detectives from the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff’s Office identified Carpenter as a suspect after he was seen near Ponchatoula High School during Hurricane Francine on September 11, 2024, allegedly loading stolen copper wire into a truck.
Douglas Worman Sentenced for Defrauding $2.5M from Forestry Company
COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — A Coeur d’Alene man, Douglas Worman, has been sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison for defrauding a forestry management company out of over $2.5 million.
Susan Figuerido Sentenced to Prison for Embezzling $1.3 Million
Susan Figuerido, a former bookkeeper from Falmouth, has been sentenced to two years in prison for embezzling over $1.3 million from her employer. The sentencing was handed down by U.S. District Court Judge Leo T. Sorokin. Following her prison term, Figuerido will serve two years of supervised release. Additionally, she has been ordered to repay $1,714,921.01 in restitution.
Paola Cabrera-Delapaz Arrested for Leading Retail Theft Operation
Toms River, NJ — Paola I. Cabrera-Delapaz, 36, was arrested on January 18, 2025, on multiple charges related to her alleged leadership of an organized retail theft operation. According to Ocean County records, Cabrera-Delapaz is facing serious charges, including second-degree “leader of an organized retail theft enterprise,” shoplifting by concealment, and possession of tools used to evade store security systems.
Oregonians Dustin and Jennifer Nehl Arrested for Impersonating Firefighters
Los Angeles, CA — Two Oregonians, Dustin Nehl and Jennifer Nehl, were arrested by the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department after being caught impersonating firefighters in Southern California. The couple was spotted driving a fake fire truck in the Palisades Fire area, prompting suspicion from an LAPD patrol unit.
Five Charged in South Carolina Drug Conspiracy, Including Jawan White
Florence, S.C. — Five individuals, including 37-year-old Jawan White, are facing significant prison time following a federal grand jury indictment for conspiring to distribute large amounts of methamphetamine and fentanyl throughout South Carolina and beyond. The announcement was made on Thursday by the U.S. Department of Justice.
Darlington Pair Arrested After Search Uncovers Drugs and Weapons
Darlington County, S.C. — A search conducted by the Darlington Police Department led to the arrest of two individuals, Francois Suber and Quatoria Greer, after a substantial quantity of drugs and weapons were discovered at a residence on Kirven Street.
Horacio Torrecillas Urias Jr. Sentenced to 23 Years for Fentanyl Distribution
Fresno, Calif. — Horacio Torrecillas Urias Jr., 24, from Fresno, has been sentenced to 23 years and one month in federal prison after being convicted of distributing fentanyl and conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Former Monroe County Public Administrator, Jessica Chase, Arrested
MONROE COUNTY, Mo. (WGEM) – A former Monroe County public administrator, Jessica Chase, was arrested on Monday following a four-month investigation led by the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control.
Former Homewood Finance Director Robert Burgett Pleads Guilty to Stealing $1M
CHOMEWOOD, Ala. (WIAT) — Robert Burgett, the former finance director for the city of Homewood, could face decades in prison after pleading guilty to stealing nearly $1 million from the city. On Friday, Burgett pleaded guilty to three federal counts of wire fraud following his earlier arrest on aggravated theft by deception charges.
Brothers LeVarius and LaDarius Owens Arrested for Exploiting Elderly in Tennessee
COLUMBIA, Tenn. — Authorities in Columbia, Tennessee, arrested two brothers, LeVarius Marquez Owens, 24, and LaDarius TreShawn Owens, 23, on Wednesday. The brothers are accused of financially exploiting elderly victims, along with multiple charges of theft, forgery, and identity theft.
Wyoming Woman Dana Wright Faces Charges for Financial Exploitation in Ottumwa
OTTUMWA, IOWA — Dana Elaine Wright, 56, of Albin, Wyoming, is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly financially exploiting an elderly victim from Ottumwa, Iowa. Wright has been charged with theft in the first degree (Class C Felony), ongoing criminal conduct (Class B Felony), forgery (Class D Felony), and financial exploitation of an older individual (Class B Felony).
Joseph M. Bard Arrested for Grand Larceny in Waterville, NY
WATERVILLE, NY — Joseph M. Bard, 38, of Waterville, New York, has been arrested on charges of grand larceny following an investigation into financial theft from an elderly couple. Bard allegedly conducted over 100 unauthorized transactions over the course of several months, transferring approximately $31,000 from the couple’s bank account into his own.
Delorse Boyd Arrested for Financial Exploitation of Elderly Woman in St. Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG, FL — Delorse Boyd, 65, of St. Petersburg, has been arrested for financially exploiting a disabled 79-year-old woman, stealing approximately $205,762.60 over several years. Boyd is charged with 1st Degree Elderly Exploitation.
Four New Suspects Identified in Saratoga Racetrack Robbery
SARATOGA SPRINGS, NY — Four new suspects have been identified in connection with a robbery that occurred at the Saratoga Racetrack on June 8, during the Belmont Stakes. The robbery involved a distraction technique in which the victim’s $180,000 watch was stolen from their wrist.
Five Additional Suspects Arrested in Connection with St. Johnsbury Police Shooting
ST. JOHNSBURY, VT — Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the December 13, 2024 shooting of St. Johnsbury Police Department Captain Jason Gray. The arrest of these suspects comes as part of an ongoing investigation into the incident and efforts to capture suspect Scott Mason.
Schodack Woman Arrested for Burglary and Theft
SCHODACK, NY — On December 10, 2024, Jessmynda M. Dosch-Evangelista, 33, of Schodack, was arrested by New York State Police on multiple charges, including burglary, following a reported break-in at a Schodack residence.
West Columbia Man Arrested in Connection with $83,000 Theft from Union County Housing Authority
UNION COUNTY, S.C. — James Corley Jr., 50, of West Columbia, was arrested on Tuesday after an investigation by the Union County Sheriff’s Office revealed he was linked to a series of unauthorized debits from the Housing Authority of Union’s general fund account.
Tampa Woman Arrested After Falsely Claiming Bomb Threat During Bank Robbery
TAMPA, Fla. — Maria Montesino, 42, was arrested on Tuesday after she allegedly threatened a bomb would detonate during a robbery at Grow Financial Federal Credit Union. The incident occurred just after 2:30 p.m. at the credit union on N. Oregon Avenue.
Roanoke Man Pleads Guilty to Killing Drug Supplier in Robbery Scheme
ROANOKE, Va. — Joseph Richard Walker, 30, of Roanoke, pleaded guilty on Thursday to possessing, brandishing, and discharging a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. The plea stems from a fatal confrontation that took place in April 2023, where Walker shot and killed his drug supplier during a robbery.
Construction Company Owner Sentenced for Tax Fraud and Insurance Scheme
BOSTON, MA — Dariusz Pietron, 51, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for defrauding the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Travelers Insurance Company in a scheme involving the wages he paid to employees of his two construction companies. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts announced the sentencing today.
Five Arrested in Fentanyl Trafficking Operation in Worcester
WORCESTER, MA — Five individuals were arrested on the morning of January 17, 2025, after Worcester Police Vice Squad officers raided a residence on Vale Street, uncovering a major fentanyl trafficking operation. The operation followed an ongoing investigation into the distribution of the deadly drug.
Gary Hollingshed Sentenced to 9 Years for Fentanyl Distribution
Macon, Georgia – Gary Hollingshed, 31, of Macon, was sentenced to more than nine years in federal prison for his role in distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Georgia announced the sentencing, which follows a detailed investigation into Hollingshed’s drug trafficking activities.
Erica Brown & Madeline Highlander Arrested for Sunoco Burglary
RUPERT, WV (LOOTPRESS) – Erica Brown and Madeline “Nikki” Highlander were arrested on January 14, 2025, in connection to the burglary of a Sunoco gas station in Rupert, West Virginia. The two women allegedly broke into the store, stealing lottery tickets and cartons of cigarettes. A trail of evidence eventually led investigators to their arrests.
Former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Charged in Corruption Scandal
Federal prosecutors have charged former Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao with bribery, conspiracy, and other corruption-related crimes, alleging that she offered government contracts and political influence to the prominent Duong family in exchange for campaign help and a made-up job for her boyfriend.
Rockville Man Convicted for Smuggling Cocaine in Desserts and Soup Mix
A Rockville man has been convicted this week on drug trafficking charges after attempting to smuggle over 4.5 pounds of cocaine hidden inside desserts and soup mix packets at Washington Dulles International Airport.
Zipora and Montreal Hudson Convicted of PPP Loan Fraud
Zipora Hudson and her son Montreal Hudson, both residents of Olive Branch, Mississippi, were convicted today for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering, as announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi.
Sidnee Lewis Charged with Stealing $83K from Beaumont Chamber of Commerce
BEAUMONT, Texas — Sidnee Lewis, a former Director of Finance and Administration for the Greater Beaumont Chamber of Commerce, has been charged with theft for allegedly stealing over $83,000 in goods and services from her employer.
