Joel Rufus French Convicted in $200M Medicare Scam
A former Ole Miss Rebels tight end with a brief stint in the NFL has been convicted for orchestrating a massive health care fraud scheme that defrauded the federal government of nearly $200 million.
Létourneau, Vaudry Sentenced in Grandparent Scam
Two Montreal-area men who admitted their roles in a “grandparent scam” targeting elderly Americans have been sentenced to prison.
Valentina Forero Álvarez Pleads Guilty in $31M Case
Valentina Forero Álvarez has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering, admitting she led an international network that funneled more than $31 million in drug proceeds through the U.S. financial system.
Jordan Lytton, Rachel Myers Arrested in Fentanyl Death
Two people have been arrested in connection with a deadly fentanyl overdose in Peachtree City following a monthslong investigation by local authorities.
Jorge Camargo-Clarke Guilty in Cocaine Conspiracy
The former leader of Panama’s largest drug trafficking organization has been convicted in the United States on a federal narcotics charge for conspiring to smuggle massive quantities of cocaine into the country.
Karina Pubchara-Martinez Arrested in Hit-and-Run
An 82-year-old woman has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run crash in southwest Miami-Dade that left a 7-year-old boy seriously injured last month, authorities said.
Nguyen Van Hung Named in $4M Cyberfraud Bust
Da Nang police have arrested 13 suspects linked to a cross-border cyberfraud operation that allegedly stole nearly $4 million from more than 1,200 victims across Vietnam.
Salt Adeaze Udoka Arrested in N165M Property Fraud
The Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested 48-year-old Salt Adeaze Udoka over alleged property fraud involving N165 million.
Tajavious Washington Arrested in Baton Rouge Vehicle Theft
A major vehicle theft investigation in East Baton Rouge Parish has led to the arrest of Tajavious Washington and the issuance of warrants for two other suspects, deputies said.
Terral and Erica Jackson Charged in $49K CATS Fraud
A Baton Rouge couple has been charged with theft and conspiracy in connection with a scheme involving Capital Area Transit System (CATS) contracts totaling more than $49,000.
Rickey Martin and Kentravious Holmes Escape Sumter County Jail
Authorities in southwest Georgia are conducting a manhunt after two inmates escaped from the Sumter County Jail late Sunday.
Jose Martinez-Aguilar Sentenced in Reno Retail Theft Scheme
A Reno man has been sentenced to more than four years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted participation in organized retail theft, the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office reported.
Jonathan Maurer Charged After Truck Attack on Youth Baseball Fundraiser
Authorities in Nevada County, California, have filed criminal charges against 49-year-old Jonathan Maurer for intentionally driving his truck into a group outside a Safeway store in Truckee over the weekend.
Sayre Woman Arrested for $5K Fundraiser Theft
Authorities in Sayre, Pennsylvania, arrested 40-year-old Sarah Anne Brackel in February on felony theft charges after allegations she stole thousands of dollars from a 2025 fundraiser for a local business.
Shyleek Favor Sentenced to 9.5 Years in Attempted Murder
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Shyleek L. Favor, 19, of Queens, has been sentenced to nine and a half years in state prison, plus five years of post-release supervision, for attempted murder and other offenses, the Broome County District Attorney’s Office reported.
Binghamton Couple Arrested for Guns and Drugs
BINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Two Binghamton residents, Pedro L. Masso-Diaz, 41, and Hailey J. Wells, were arrested Friday following a police search that uncovered firearms, drugs, and gang-related items, the Binghamton Police Department reported.
Sean Paul Green Arrested for Bronze Plaque Thefts
LONG BEACH, Calif. — Sean Paul Green, a Long Beach resident, was arrested in connection with multiple bronze plaque thefts across Orange County.
Michael Fantuzzo Arrested for Nonprofit Embezzlement
BURRLL, Pa. — Burrell High School boys’ basketball coach Michael Fantuzzo has been arrested in Montgomery County on multiple felony counts of embezzlement, accused of stealing nearly $246,000 from a Philadelphia-area nonprofit.
Williams Sparks and Jace Best Arrested for Meth Cases
BULLOCH COUNTY, Ga. — The Bulloch County Crime Suppression Team (CST) and the Criminal Investigations Division have arrested two individuals following an investigation into methamphetamine distribution and thefts in the area.
Mark Lunsford Arrested in Plymouth Domestic Incident
PLYMOUTH, N.Y. — Mark A. Lunsford, 30, of Norwich, was arrested on Sunday, Feb. 8, following a reported domestic incident in Plymouth, according to the New York State Police.
Timothy L. Heady Arrested in Smyrna Meth Case
SMYRNA, N.Y. — A Smyrna man, Timothy L. Heady, 45, was arrested Jan. 20 following a two-month investigation into drug sales and distribution by the Chenango County Sheriff’s Office.
Dayvon Benson Arrested in Sioux Falls Gun Theft
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — Authorities have arrested two of three suspects involved in a Southwest Sioux Falls gun theft that occurred overnight Friday, Feb. 6.
Brandon Wolner Arrested for Contractor Theft in Clay County
CLAY COUNTY, Ark. — Brandon Wolner, 36, of Corning, has been arrested on five counts of theft after allegedly taking money from clients as a contractor and failing to complete the work.
Andrew Charles LaFoutaine Arrested in West Fargo Theft
WEST FARGO, N.D. — A 26-year-old man has been arrested following a stolen vehicle incident late Monday night in West Fargo.
Christopher Palma Arrested in Folsom Mail Theft
FOLSOM, Calif. — A Sacramento man was arrested early Friday morning in connection with a reported mail theft in a Folsom neighborhood, according to the Folsom Police Department.
Rayvon Malik Robbins Arrested in Posey Car Thefts
MT. VERNON, Ind. — A Mt. Vernon man is facing dozens of charges after police linked him to a series of vehicle break-ins across Posey County.
Brandyn Cox Gets 25 Years for Meth Dealing
POSEY CO., Ind. — A Mt. Vernon man will spend the next 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to drug-related charges in Posey County.
Jace Waldrop Among 6 Arrested in Meth Bust
EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Six people have been arrested following what officials describe as a lengthy and extensive investigation into methamphetamine distribution in Wayne County.
Ted Ballard III Charged With Meth Trafficking
MADISONVILLE, Ky. — An Evansville man is facing meth trafficking charges following a traffic stop on Interstate 69 in Madisonville.
Marques Wilson, Michelle Thompson Charged
EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Two Evansville residents have been arrested on drug dealing charges following an investigation into methamphetamine sales.
Natasha Bunn, Timothy Goss Arrested in Park Vandalism
SAUCIER, Miss. — Two Gulfport residents have been arrested in connection with significant vandalism at Saucier Ball Park, according to the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office.
Shane Savant Arrested in FOP Theft Case
THIBODAUX, La. — A Thibodaux police officer has been arrested after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars from the local Fraternal Order of Police chapter while serving as its treasurer, according to Louisiana State Police.
Diego and Luis Ochoa Arrested in Waterford Shooting
STANISLAUS COUNTY, Calif. — Waterford Police Services have arrested two men in connection with a shooting that occurred on February 2 behind the Pioneer Market at 12138 Yosemite Boulevard. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Andrew LaFountaine Arrested for Stolen Vehicle in West Fargo
WEST FARGO, N.D. — A homeless man was arrested Monday night after allegedly stealing a vehicle in West Fargo.
