Khasan Askhabov Arrested in Bali for Ukrainian Robbery
On January 31, 2025, Khasan Askhabov, a 30-year-old foreign national, was arrested at Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport. He is suspected of being the leader of a Russian gang involved in robbing a Ukrainian national in the Ungasan area of Badung. What led to this crime unfolding in Bali’s idyllic surroundings?
Seven Arrested in Nepal for Illegal Cryptocurrency Scams
On January 31, 2025, Nepal’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) arrested seven individuals, including two Indian nationals, for their involvement in illegal cryptocurrency transactions and online scams. Roshan Kumar, 27, and Munna Kumar, 36, both from Bihar, India, were apprehended along with five Nepali nationals for orchestrating fraud by illegally accessing people’s bank accounts and digital wallets.
NC Collision Repair Shop Owner Charged with Felony Fraud
Timothy Scott Gilbert, 60, a collision repair shop owner from Statesville, North Carolina, has been charged with felony fraud after allegedly accepting an insurance payment for vehicle repairs that he did not perform. The arrest, which took place on January 27, 2025, followed an investigation by the North Carolina Department of Insurance’s Criminal Investigations Division.
Florida Man Arrested for Threats Against President Trump
A Florida man was arrested on charges of making online threats against President Donald Trump, authorities said on Saturday. Shannon Depararra Atkins, 46, of West Palm Beach, was taken into custody Friday night following a tip to the FBI threat center.
Four Men Arrested for $1,900 Nike Outlet Theft in Texas City
Four men are facing charges after allegedly stealing over $1,900 in merchandise from a Nike Factory Outlet in Texas City. The suspects were arrested following a multi-jurisdictional operation conducted by the Texas City Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit near the Tanger Outlet Mall.
Three Men Arrested in Miami Beach for $300K Exotic Car Theft Scheme
Miami Beach police have arrested three men in connection with an organized scheme to steal and resell high-end vehicles, recovering several exotic rides worth approximately $300,000. Yuriy Korotovskyy, 41, Arman Gevorgyan, 53, and Hrant Nazarian, 43, face charges of grand theft, dealing in stolen property, and conspiracy to commit organized fraud.
Five Arrested in Colorado Springs Auto Theft Bust, 7 Vehicles Recovered
Five people were arrested, and seven stolen vehicles were recovered on Friday during a major auto theft operation in Colorado Springs, according to a police blotter entry. The operation, dubbed “Beat Auto Theft Through Law Enforcement,” involved several agencies, including the Colorado State Patrol and the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.
Culver City Woman Arrested for Vehicle Theft in South Lake Tahoe
A Culver City woman with a history of vehicle theft was arrested on January 31 in South Lake Tahoe after a stolen vehicle was found near South Tahoe Middle School, prompting a brief school lockdown.
Woman Avoids Jail After Cocaine Bust at Tewkesbury Gas Station
A woman avoided jail time after being caught with three kilograms of cocaine at a service station in Tewkesbury, England. Kirsty Sansum, 30, was arrested on March 11, alongside 29-year-old John Rogers, who was present in the car at the time of the arrest.
Beaufort Man Sentenced for Role in Overdose Death of Morehead City Resident
Christopher Luis Mejia, a 28-year-old man from Beaufort, pled guilty to Death by Distribution of Fentanyl in connection with the overdose death of 25-year-old Chandler Stewart from Morehead City. Mejia received a prison sentence ranging from 58 to 82 months during the December session of Carteret County Superior Court.
Six Arrested in $60,000 Butter Theft Scheme in Brampton
Six people were arrested in connection with a series of butter and ghee thefts that led to over $60,000 in stolen goods from grocery stores in Brampton, Ontario. Peel Region Police announced the arrests on Wednesday after launching “Project Flaherty” in response to an increase in butter and ghee thefts in the area.
Laredo City Worker and Accomplice Arrested in Drug Bust
A Laredo city worker and another individual were arrested on January 29 after a significant drug bust at a home on the 1300 block of Reagan Drive. The Laredo Police Department Narcotics Unit, assisted by the Special Operations Group Unit and Patrol Division, executed a search warrant at the residence.
Bismarck Man Arrested After Selling Stolen Equipment from VFW Arena
A Bismarck man has been arrested in connection with a January 2, 2025, burglary at the VFW All Seasons Arena. Devin O’Fallon, 29, was taken into custody on Friday after selling stolen equipment to an undercover officer. At the time of his arrest, O’Fallon was on parole for previous burglaries and has a criminal history dating back to 2013.
Four Family Members Arrested for Stealing $4,000 in Makeup from Harris County Kroger
Four family members have been arrested after allegedly stealing $4,000 worth of makeup from a Harris County Kroger. The incident occurred at the store located in the 20300 block of Cypresswood Drive, prompting a shoplifting call to the Harris County Pct. 4 Constable’s Office.
Multiple Arrests Made in Connection with Shoplifting and Car Burglaries in Tangipahoa Parish
On January 27, multiple suspects were arrested in Tangipahoa Parish following recent criminal activities. The arrests stemmed from two separate investigations involving a supermarket theft and car burglaries in the Bedico area.
Inmate John Matthew Nigh Escapes Craven County Jail, On the Run
Authorities are actively searching for John Matthew Nigh, a 37-year-old inmate who escaped from the Craven County Jail on Sunday afternoon, January 28, 2025. Nigh was being held in connection with multiple charges across several counties and was last seen at approximately 4:00 p.m. Sunday.
Greene County Man Shot Dead in Altercation, Shooter Arrested and Charged with Murder
A man is dead after being shot multiple times in his Greene County home, and the alleged shooter has been arrested and charged with murder.
Ellenwood Man Pleads Guilty to Nearly 1,000 Pounds of Methamphetamine Distribution
Gilberto Contreras, 54, of Ellenwood, Georgia, has pleaded guilty to possessing with the intent to distribute nearly 1,000 pounds of methamphetamine, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia announced.
Three Mexican Nationals Sentenced for $4.7 Million Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
Three Mexican nationals were sentenced for their involvement in a major drug trafficking conspiracy worth $4.7 million, which distributed over 335.5 kilograms of methamphetamine and more than 22 kilograms of heroin across the Kansas City region, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Missouri announced on Friday.
Holly Springs Woman Sentenced for $15.9 Million Fraud Scheme Involving IRS Employee Retention Credit
A federal judge has sentenced Lakisha Pearson, 48, of Holly Springs, to over four years in prison for her role in a fraudulent scheme involving the IRS Employee Retention Credit (ERC), according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi.
James William Wilson Jr. Found Guilty of Insurance Fraud
James William Wilson Jr., 77, from Owings Mills, Maryland, has been found guilty of multiple criminal charges, including 13 counts of fraud, three counts of money laundering, two counts of filing false tax returns, and one count of aggravated identity theft, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland announced.
Jorge Serrano Espinoza Sentenced for Armed Robbery and Gun Use
Jorge Serrano Espinoza, 20, from Clearwater, Florida, has been sentenced to 11 years and three months in federal prison for his involvement in an armed robbery and brandishing a firearm during the crime, as confirmed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida.
Keri Braun Arrested for Theft and Drug Possession at Walmart
On the morning of January 31st, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Plymouth Police responded to a call from Walmart management about an employee suspected of stealing. The employee, identified as Keri Braun, 41, from Mishawaka, was apprehended following the investigation.
Oluwafemi Malachi Arrested After Stolen Vehicles Found in Yard
JOLIET, IL — An automotive salvage yard on the east side of the city became the focus of a significant investigation on [insert date], leading to the arrest of the facility’s owner, Oluwafemi Malachi, 38.
Kory Mayo & Isaac Page, Richland County Deputies, Arrested for Theft
RICHLAND COUNTY, SC — Two deputies from the Richland County Sheriff’s Department, Kory Mayo and Isaac Page, were arrested and charged with misconduct in office after it was discovered they had been stealing K9 equipment and selling it online. The arrests took place on Wednesday morning, with both men facing up to 10 years in prison.
Carlos Haeckermann Indicted for Aiding False Asylum Applications
A federal grand jury has indicted Carlos Adolfo Haeckermann Cardenas, 62, of Doral, Florida, on charges related to aiding and abetting false statements in asylum applications. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of California, Haeckermann offered his services to help individuals apply for immigration benefits, including asylum, between 2019 and 2021.
Ruben Montes Pleads Guilty to Smuggling $3M Worth of Pesticides and Drugs
Ruben Montes, 60, of Calexico, California, pleaded guilty on January 24 to conspiring to smuggle and distribute over $3 million worth of unapproved Mexican pesticides and veterinary drugs, as reported by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California.
Chattanooga Business Owner Richard Davis Arrested Again
Richard “Rick” Davis, 73, a Chattanooga jewelry store owner, was arrested for the second time in less than a year on Tuesday evening. According to the police report, Davis was taken into custody at his store, located on Brainerd Road, where he is accused of passing worthless checks on or around January 14, 2025.
Quitman County Coroner Randy Hester Arrested for Fraudulent Activity
QUITMAN COUNTY, MS — On Thursday, State Auditor Shad White announced the arrest of Quitman County Coroner Randy Hester and his aunt, Brenda Pittman, following an investigation into fraudulent activity involving the submission of fake invoices to Quitman County for body transportation services.
Wedding Venue Owner Jason Lottmann Arrested for Fraud in Union County
UNION COUNTY, N.C. — Jason Lottmann, the owner of Champagne Manor, has been arrested and charged after a lengthy fraud investigation by the Union County Sheriff’s Office. The investigation, which began in December 2024, uncovered a scheme in which Lottmann allegedly defrauded engaged couples and investors out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Matthew Keirans Sentenced to 12 Years for 30 Years of Identity Theft
DES MOINES, IOWA — Matthew David Keirans, 59, of Hartland, Wisconsin, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for his role in a scheme that spanned more than 30 years, in which he illegally obtained and used another person’s identity. This action led to the victim’s false imprisonment and involuntary hospitalization, authorities confirmed Friday.
Two Arrested, Three Sought in Lafourche Parish Armed Robbery
Lafourche Parish, LA — Lafourche Parish Sheriff Craig Webre announced on Wednesday that two individuals have been arrested and three others remain at large in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on the morning of January 24, 2025. The two individuals arrested are Anthony Breaux, 17, of Bayou Blue, and Nathan Craig Jr., 17, of Houma. Meanwhile, Zion Williams, 21, Jasmon Jackson, 20, and Jayden Woods, 21, are still being sought for their involvement in the robbery.
Bunky Chirichello Arrested for South Jersey TD Bank Robbery
Bridgeton, NJ — Authorities in South Jersey have arrested 57-year-old Bunky Chirichello from Wanaque, Passaic County, for his involvement in a robbery at a TD Bank in Bridgeton. The arrest was made just two days after the crime occurred.
Bobby Montoya Arrested After Armed Robbery at Alamosa Store
Alamosa, CO — Bobby Montoya, 23, of La Jara, was arrested on Thursday evening following an armed robbery at the Big R store in Alamosa. The suspect allegedly stole two boxes of ammunition and a flashlight before brandishing a firearm when confronted by a store employee.
Samantha Harris Arrested for Role in 2023 Armed Robbery With Codefendants
Samantha Harris, 27, was arrested this week in connection with a 2023 armed robbery after being on the run for several months. She had been indicted along with two other suspects, Donovan Hamm and Anthony Barnett, both of whom are already serving prison sentences following their convictions.
Georgetown Men Arrested for November Armed Robbery and Attempted Murder
GEORGETOWN, S.C. — Two men, Dre’Quan Jeremiah Rhodes, 22, and Dy’Qarius Ty’Jah Armstrong, 19, have turned themselves in to the Georgetown Police Department in connection with a violent armed robbery and attempted murder that took place in November.
Summerville Man Arrested After Fleeing From Deputies in Dorchester County
DORCHESTER COUNTY, S.C. — Dorchester County deputies have arrested 32-year-old Thomas Keith Bunch of Summerville after a brief pursuit through the woods. Bunch, who was wanted on multiple felony charges, was taken into custody after fleeing from deputies on Saturday.
Ayan Farah Abukar Pleads Guilty to $5.7 Million Child Nutrition Fraud Scheme
SAVAGE, MINN. — Ayan Farah Abukar, 43, of Savage, Minnesota, pleaded guilty today for her involvement in a multi-million-dollar fraud scheme that exploited a federally funded child nutrition program designed to provide meals for underserved children during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hawaii Woman Indicted for Fraudulently Claiming Unemployment and Pandemic Assistance Benefits
HONOLULU, HAWAII — Phoebe Trinh, also known as Phuong Trinh Ngoc Vo, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on 12 counts, including nine counts of wire fraud and three counts of aggravated identity theft. The charges stem from fraudulent claims for unemployment insurance and Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) benefits.
CEO Pleads Guilty to Multimillion-Dollar Wire Fraud Scheme
SAN DIEGO, CA — Carlos Manuel da Silva Santos, 30, of Portugal, pleaded guilty on Thursday to charges of wire fraud conspiracy and aggravated identity theft for his role in a fraudulent scheme that operated internationally through his company, Ethos Asset Management, Inc.
