Evalyn Reed Faces Felony Charges for $21,745 Fraudulent Claims
A criminal complaint reveals that Davenport Police were alerted to fraudulent activity by Iowa Workforce Development (IWD) on February 7.
Behnam Momtazi Arrested to Serve Two-Year Prison Sentence
Behnam Momtazi, a Baha’i adherent from Qazvin, was arrested on February 17, 2025, after responding to a summons at the Sentence Enforcement Office to begin serving his two-year and one-day prison sentence.
Robert Slack Arrested in Santa Rosa County for Drug Trafficking
Santa Rosa County, Fla. — Robert Slack, 42, of Milton, was arrested after leading deputies on a high-speed chase and is facing multiple charges related to drug trafficking, including methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Martin Kao Sentenced to 7.25 Years for COVID Relief Fraud
HONOLULU, Hawaii — Martin Kao, 51, the former CEO of Martin Defense Group (formerly Navatek), has been sentenced to 87 months (7.25 years) in federal prison after being convicted of wire fraud, money laundering, and bank fraud related to COVID-relief programs.
Christopher Carroll Sentenced to 9 Years for Fraud and Violations
Farmington, Missouri — Christopher Carroll, 55, the former owner of Whiskey Dix Big Truck Repair LLC, has been sentenced to 108 months (9 years) in prison for multiple crimes, including bank fraud, Clean Air Act violations, and witness tampering. He was also ordered to pay $3 million in restitution.
Elijah D. Brown Sentenced for Conspiracy in Bank Fraud Scheme
SHREVEPORT, La. — Elijah D. Brown, 24, of Shreveport, was sentenced in federal court for his role in a conspiracy to commit bank fraud. Brown, who is already serving a 42-month sentence for illegally possessing a machine gun, will now serve an additional 63 months for the bank fraud scheme, extending his federal prison sentence. He was also ordered to pay $1,254,790 in restitution related to the fraud.
Eusebio Cavazos Pleads Guilty to Human Smuggling Charges
ALAMO, Texas — Eusebio Cavazos, 33, of Alamo, Texas, pleaded guilty to charges of human smuggling after attempting to transport 36 illegal migrants in a tractor-trailer. The arrest occurred on December 13, 2024, when Cavazos drove through a Border Patrol checkpoint near Sarita, Texas. During the initial inspection, a K-9 alerted authorities to the possibility of human presence in the trailer. Upon further inspection, agents discovered the 36 migrants—15 from Guatemala, 10 from Honduras, 8 from Mexico, and 3 from El Salvador—hidden in the trailer.
Julie Chrisley to Serve Full Seven-Year Sentence for Fraud
ATLANTA, Ga. — Julie Chrisley, star of the reality TV show Chrisley Knows Best, will continue serving her seven-year prison sentence after a federal judge upheld her 2022 conviction for tax evasion and bank fraud.
Eccles Couple Sentenced for Defrauding Elderly Neighbor of Over £100,000
Couple Sentenced for Stealing Over £100,000 from Vulnerable Elderly Neighbor
Former Bank Executive William Shane Garrow Pleads Guilty
A former bank executive has admitted to embezzling over $4.2 million from his clients. William Shane Garrow, 49, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of bank fraud and filing a false federal income tax return.
Chef Justin Sutherland Pleads Guilty to Violence Charges
Twin Cities celebrity chef Justin Sutherland, 40, pleaded guilty on Monday to one count of threats of violence after allegedly choking his girlfriend and threatening her with a gun. Sutherland, who is a well-known chef in the area, entered the plea at Ramsey County District Court.
Austin Cline Charged with Shooting at Uncle in Wyoming County Dispute
HANOVER, W.Va. — A Wyoming County man, Austin Cline, has been charged with shooting at his uncle during a domestic dispute. State Police responded to the scene on Lower Muzzle Road in the Hanover community on Sunday, where they arrested Cline, 29, for allegedly firing a shot at his uncle, Teddy Toler, 47, during a heated argument.
Two Arrested in Wyoming County Burglary After Fleeing from Deputies
WYOMING COUNTY, WV (WVNS) — Two individuals, Judd Reed and Lashawna Huff, have been arrested following a reported burglary in Wyoming County. According to the Wyoming County Sheriff’s Office, both suspects were charged with felony burglary, and Reed also faces charges for fleeing from law enforcement.
Jaquez Myrick Arrested for Possession of Machine Gun After Tuskegee Shooting
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (January 2025) — Jaquez Myrick, 25, of Montgomery, was arrested on a federal charge for possessing a machine gun in connection with a shooting that occurred on the campus of Tuskegee University early Sunday morning.
State Rep. Tracy Estes Arrested for Domestic Violence in Winfield
Tracy Estes, a Republican representative from Winfield, Alabama, was arrested by the Marion County Sheriff’s Department on Friday night and charged with third-degree domestic violence.
Kyle Hayden Lewter Arrested for Murder of Derek Franklin Walls
The Madison County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 36-year-old Kyle Hayden Lewter in connection to the death of 54-year-old Derek Franklin Walls.
Patrick Cameron Carlton Arrested in Mobile Shooting and Robbery
Mobile, Ala. (WKRG) — Patrick Cameron Carlton, 20, has been arrested in connection with a January shooting and robbery that occurred in downtown Mobile.
Kenzie Rick Arrested in Baton Rouge Drug Investigation
Baton Rouge, La. (WAFB) — Police have arrested Kenzie Rick, 25, in connection with a drug investigation. According to the Baton Rouge Police Department (BRPD), Rick was taken into custody on Monday, February 17.
Greek Priest George Athanasiou Sentenced After Stealing $155K
North Strabane, Pa. — George Athanasiou, the Greek Orthodox priest who embezzled $155,000 from All Saints Greek Orthodox Church in North Strabane to feed his gambling addiction, was sentenced on Tuesday.
Derrick Kading Arrested After Shooting in Backus, MN
A Backus, Minnesota man, Derrick Norman Kading, has been arrested following a shooting incident in the early hours of February 14, 2025. Kading, 36, faces charges including second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a firearm, and failing to render aid to the victim.
Naples Woman Sentenced to 10 Years for Exploiting Elderly Victim
A woman from Naples has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for exploiting an elderly person, committing grand theft, and using personal identification fraudulently, after stealing over $50,000 from a 79-year-old woman.
“Jaquan Boykin Arrested in Ashland, Extradition to Georgia Expected”
ASHLAND, N.Y. (WETM) — A Southport man, Jaquan N. Boykin, 23, was arrested in Ashland, New York, over the weekend after authorities discovered an active warrant for his arrest in Georgia. The warrant, issued by the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, was related to charges of methamphetamine possession.
Samuel K. Byler Arrested for Domestic Incident in Addison
ADDISON, N.Y. (WETM) — A 33-year-old Addison man, Samuel K. Byler, was arrested on multiple charges following a domestic incident on Sunday evening.
Derryl J. Crawford Arrested in Catawba County Drug Operation
CATAWBA COUNTY, N.C. (WETM) — A drug operation led by the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office on February 18, 2025, resulted in the seizure of over 34 grams of methamphetamine and $250 in cash from a residence on North Ervin Avenue in Newton.
Lafayette Police Warn of Road Rage Shootings, Two Arrested
LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WISH) — Lafayette police are issuing a warning to drivers after two separate road rage incidents escalated into gunfire over the weekend. Both shootings occurred on busy streets, but fortunately, no injuries were reported.
Sage Rice Sentenced to Prison for Meth Trafficking and Fleeing
Sage Rice, 33, of Akron, Ohio, has been sentenced to prison following charges related to methamphetamine trafficking and evading police. Rice was handed a sentence ranging from four years and nine months to six years and six months behind bars.
Ex-Guatemalan Congressman Sentenced to 18 Years for Drug Trafficking
Jose Armando Ubico Aguilar, a former Guatemalan congressman, has been sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for his involvement in an international drug trafficking operation. The sentencing was announced by Acting U.S. Attorney Abe McGlothin, Jr. of the Eastern District of Texas.
China’s Ambassador Criticizes Canada Over Meng Wanzhou’s Arrest
Ottawa, Canada — China’s Ambassador to Canada, Lu Shaye, has accused Canada of “double standards” in the ongoing diplomatic conflict surrounding the arrest of Huawei CFO Meng Wanzhou. Meng was arrested in Canada on December 1, 2018, at the request of the United States, which seeks her extradition on charges related to misleading multinational banks over Iran-linked transactions, potentially violating US sanctions.
Zizians Cult Leader Jack Lasota Arrested in Maryland
BOSTON (AP) — The leader of a cult-like group known as the Zizians, Jack Lasota, 34, and another group member, Michelle Zajko, 33, were arrested in Maryland on Sunday, according to Maryland State Police. They face several charges, including trespassing, obstructing and hindering law enforcement, and possession of a handgun in their vehicle. A bail hearing for both individuals is set for Tuesday morning at Allegany District Court.
Mark Wills Arrested for Manufacturing Child Abuse Material
Bucks County, PA — Mark Wills, 60, of Hulmeville, Pennsylvania, was arrested in West Virginia on February 12, 2025, by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force. Wills, accused of manufacturing and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) involving minors across the U.S. and Canada, was apprehended at the Meadowbrook Mall in Bridgeport, West Virginia.
Dallas Mavericks Suspend Employee After Coach Darrell Armstrong’s Arrest
DALLAS (AP) — The Dallas Mavericks have suspended an unnamed employee after assistant coach Darrell Armstrong was arrested on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.
Argentina Issues Arrest Warrant for Myanmar’s Min Aung Hlaing
Argentina has issued an international arrest warrant for Min Aung Hlaing, Myanmar’s Senior General and military leader, over his involvement in the 2017 genocide against the Rohingya people. The decision, made public on Thursday, also includes two civilian leaders, such as Aung San Suu Kyi, and 22 military officials.
Dominique Jones and Marco Young Arrested After Tulsa Shooting Incident
TULSA, Okla. — Two men, Dominique Jones and Marco Young, are behind bars after being accused of following a victim home and opening fire in Tulsa earlier this year.
Michael Brown Arrested After Fight with Guns in North Charleston
A North Charleston man, 18-year-old Michael Brown, was arrested Monday afternoon following a chaotic scene involving over 30 people and guns. Police said Brown fled from the scene of a fight in the Horizon Village subdivision, where officers had been responding to reports of an altercation.
Indiana Man Arrested for Threatening Elon Musk on X (Twitter)
Palmyra, IN — A 28-year-old man from Palmyra, Indiana, was arrested on Tuesday after allegedly posting threats against Elon Musk on the social media platform X, previously known as Twitter.
Michael Lee Wall Arrested in Carly Bentley’s Murder, NC
A welfare check on Sunday afternoon led to the tragic discovery of a homicide victim and the arrest of a suspect in Gaston County, NC.
Kaylen Jones Arrested in Connection to Deadly Lafayette Shooting
LAFAYETTE, LA (NEWS 15) — Kaylen Jones, a 19-year-old from St. Martinville, has been arrested in connection to a deadly domestic shooting that occurred on Pinhook Road in Lafayette on Sunday, February 9. Jones faces charges of accessory after the fact to second-degree murder and obstruction of justice (evidence tampering). Her bond has been set at $25,000.
Anthony Prince Arrested for Burglary and Theft in Etowah County
Walnut Grove, Ala. — Anthony Prince, a Walnut Grove resident, was arrested on February 17, 2025, and charged with burglary in the third degree and theft of property in the first degree. The charges, both felonies, stem from an investigation into the theft of a vehicle and other items from a property on Murphree Valley Road.
Joseph Pangelinan Arrested for Stealing from Air Force Base Desk
Andersen Air Force Base, Guam — A civilian employee at Andersen Air Force Base, 63-year-old Joseph Pangelinan, has been arrested after being caught allegedly stealing from a service member’s work desk. Pangelinan now faces charges of burglary, theft of property, and criminal trespass.
Dallas Officer Brennon Wilkinson Fired Over Child Sex Charges
A 28-year-old Dallas police officer, Brennon Wilkinson, was fired following a disciplinary hearing on Tuesday after being arrested on charges related to child sexual assault.