Three Arrested in Hialeah Insurance Fraud Scheme
Three individuals were arrested in connection with an insurance fraud scheme in Hialeah where they allegedly staged car accidents to fraudulently claim insurance payouts. The Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) conducted a raid at MO Medical Center, a clinic on W 49th Street, arresting Yisell Rojas, 39; Ofir Macias, 55; and Ivian Nieto Lazo, 37.
Adrian Monjaras Arrested in Waco for Attempted Financial Scam
Adrian Alberto Monjaras was arrested on February 10 after he attempted to collect $45,000 from an elderly woman, 86-year-old Mary Cisneros, in Waco, Texas. The arrest followed a family member’s report to police, suspecting Monjaras of being involved in a financial scam targeting Cisneros.
Newark Man Arrested in Licking County for $24K Scam
Anthony Bumpus, 35, of Newark, Ohio, was arrested and charged with felony theft after he scammed an elderly woman out of $24,000, as part of a sting operation conducted by Licking County Sheriff’s deputies. The woman, in her 70s, was targeted by scammers posing as Federal Trade Commission agents who falsely claimed her identity was being used on the dark web and pressured her to “secure her assets.”
Two New York Men Arrested in Norwich for Online Scam
Yudong Li, 30, of Queens, N.Y., and Kun Chen, 32, of Brooklyn, N.Y., were arrested on Tuesday in Norwich, Connecticut, after a victim lost a significant sum of money in an online scam. Both men are facing charges of criminal attempt and larceny in the first degree. They are being held on $150,000 bonds and appeared in Norwich Superior Court on Wednesday.
Minnesota Brothers Plead Guilty to Meth Trafficking After Murder Convictions
Dillon Peter-Cody Clemens, 38, and Jacob Seth Cobb, 30, two brothers from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota, pleaded guilty on January 21, 2025, to conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Both men were involved in a drug trafficking operation that led to their arrest after a traffic stop in Royalton, Minnesota, in June 2024. During the stop, State Patrol officers discovered one pound of methamphetamine in their vehicle, leading to the federal charges.
Romanian Suspects Arrested in Irvine for $2,000 Jewelry Switch Scam
Dinu Adelina, 29, and Miclescu Cosmin, 34, both from Romania, were arrested in Irvine, California, after being accused of orchestrating a jewelry switch scam that led to the theft of a $2,000 gold necklace. The Irvine Police Department warns that the duo may have targeted multiple victims with this scheme.
Former Renown Urgent Care Employee Arrested for Fraud in Sparks
Yuliza Ruiz, a 27-year-old former employee of Renown Urgent Care in Sparks, Nevada, has been arrested on charges of fraud after stealing personal information from over 40 victims. The Sparks Police Department initiated an investigation in October 2024 after a victim reported unauthorized use of their credit card at local businesses and online.
Judge Jeffrey Ferguson Arrested for Alleged Murder of Wife
Jeffrey Ferguson, a former Orange County Superior Court judge, was arrested on August 3, 2023, after the tragic shooting of his wife, Sheryl Ferguson. According to police reports, the couple’s son called 911, alerting authorities that his mother, 65-year-old Sheryl Ferguson, had been shot. Ferguson allegedly texted his court clerk and bailiff, saying, “I just lost it. I just shot my wife. I won’t be in tomorrow. I will be in custody. I’m so sorry.” The texts further revealed that Ferguson may have been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the shooting.
Pascual Herrera Carlos Sentenced to 10 Years for Stabbing Mother
A convicted felon, Pascual Herrera Carlos, 53, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for the attempted murder of his mother in 2022, according to Riverside County prosecutors. Carlos admitted to charges of attempted murder, elder abuse, and enhancing allegations related to using a deadly weapon during the felony and causing great bodily injury.
East London Men Sentenced for Laundering £7.3 Million in Fraud
Two men from East London have been sentenced at Southwark Crown Court to a combined nine-and-a-half years in prison for opening fraudulent bank accounts used to launder money from fraud.
Pastor Edward Oluwasanmi Arrested for $4.2M COVID-19 Fraud
Nigerian Pastor Edward Abiodun Oluwasanmi has been arrested by the FBI for conspiring with Oba Joseph Oloyede, an Osun monarch, to defraud the U.S. government out of $4.2 million in COVID-19 relief funds.
Thai-Chinese Scam Gang Arrested for Fraud and Money Laundering in Multi-Billion-Baht Operation
In a coordinated operation spanning several provinces, Thai police have arrested 10 individuals involved in a large-scale Thai-Chinese investment scam. The suspects, six Thai nationals and four Chinese nationals, were apprehended in raids across Bangkok and several other provinces, including Chiang Mai, Nakhon Si Thammarat, and Prachin Buri. The arrests followed an ongoing investigation into the fraud scheme, which raked in billions of baht.
Two Arrested in Vinton Copper Theft and Surveillance Tampering
VINTON, La. (KPLC) – Two men from Starks are in custody after allegedly stealing copper lines and tampering with video surveillance at a property in Vinton on February 14.
Detroit Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in Girlfriend’s Valentine’s Day Death
DETROIT (CBS DETROIT) – Desuan Travon Ross, 31, has been charged with first-degree murder and felony firearm following the fatal shooting of his girlfriend, Eboni Robinson, 29, on Valentine’s Day in Detroit.
18-Year-Old Denayla Martin Arrested for Assault and Theft in Southeast D.C.
WASHINGTON (DC News Now) — An 18-year-old woman, Denayla Martin, was arrested in connection with an assault and theft incident that occurred on February 2 in Southeast D.C.
Sneads Man Antoine Clayton Arrested for Grand Theft in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A man from Sneads, Antoine Clayton, was arrested on Tuesday for grand theft after allegedly stealing a vehicle from a local motel.
Bethlehem Trio Arrested for Stealing Data and Committing Financial Crimes
BETHLEHEM, Pa. – Identity theft and financial crimes are on the rise, and criminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated. This week, Bethlehem police announced the arrest of Francisco Rodriguez-Ayala, Melissa Ramos, and Giovanni Guridy, who are accused of stealing personal data from over 130 individuals. The trio allegedly forged checks, opened fraudulent accounts, and committed other financial crimes.
Michael Hernandez Arrested After Stolen Vehicle Chase in Kenai
A dramatic chase through the streets of Kenai, Alaska, ended in a crash and an arrest on Wednesday afternoon. Michael Hernandez, 36, from Homer, was apprehended after he led police officers on a dangerous pursuit that started with a stolen vehicle report.
Former Police Officer Schleiden Meneide Arrested for Theft in Hooksett
A former police officer was arrested on Sunday morning after being caught stealing at the Target store in Hooksett. The suspect, identified as 36-year-old Schleiden Meneide from Manchester, was detained by police after attempting to flee the scene.
Brad Ellwood, Deijah and Diallo Ester Arrested in Separate Texas Incidents
A dramatic chase in College Station ended with the arrest of 31-year-old Brad Ellwood of Bryan. The pursuit began on February 16 when Ellwood ran a stop sign and fled from police at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour on Highway 6. The chase ended in Hempstead after Ellwood’s SUV ran over spike strips, flattening the tires.
Michael Justin Canfield Arrested for Golf Club Theft in Bedford
On Monday, February 17, 47-year-old Michael Justin Canfield of Fort Branch was arrested in connection with the theft of a set of golf clubs from a Bedford home. The theft had been reported back on December 17, 2024, when the victim claimed her boyfriend’s golf clubs were taken from an unlocked shed between December 16th and 17th.
Joseph Brailey Arrested for Receiving Stolen Goods in Darlington County
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF) – A 37-year-old man, Joseph Brailey, was arrested in Darlington County after authorities reportedly found stolen property at his home in the Hartsville area.
Grand Junction Man Arrested for Car Break-Ins and Identity Theft
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. – A 27-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a string of car break-ins at various trailheads around Grand Junction. Alejandro Fernando Ruz is accused of targeting vehicles at Kokopelli, Devil’s Canyon, and Coal Canyon trailheads between December 2024 and February 2025.
Daniel Fawcett Arrested in 2022 Grand Junction Shooting Case
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KKCO) – A Grand Junction man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred nearly three years ago. The shooting incident took place on March 13, 2022, when shots were fired into a home on the 2700 block of B ½ Road. Fortunately, no injuries were reported from the incident.
Clarkston Men Arrested for Theft and Identity Theft at Taco Bell
ASOTIN, Wash. – Two Clarkston transients were arrested on multiple theft charges after allegedly using a stolen debit card to purchase food at Taco Bell. Dylan E. “Montana” Evenson, 32, and Aaron T.S. Drews, 31, are facing charges of theft and identity theft for making an $81.94 purchase with the stolen card.
Chloe Sandoval Jailed for Role in £8M Cocaine Smuggling Plot”
Chloe Sandoval, a 22-year-old aspiring American artist, was sentenced to four years in prison after playing a significant role in a £8 million cocaine smuggling operation that was foiled at Manchester Airport.
Caregiver Angelyn R. Messick Arrested for Theft from Elderly Victim
On February 4, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a case involving theft and financial exploitation of an 87-year-old victim. The investigation revealed that between December 2024 and February 2025, the caregiver, Angelyn R. Messick, 46, from Hurst, Illinois, stole over $23,000 from the elderly victim.
Robert Jameson Arrested for Armed Robbery Attempt in DC
On Sunday evening, February 18, Washington, DC police arrested a man accused of attempting to rob a business at gunpoint in Southeast DC. The suspect, 41-year-old Robert Jameson, reportedly entered a store in the 2900 block of Minnesota Avenue, SE, around 6:02 p.m. He displayed a handgun and attempted to steal the cash register, but was unsuccessful. Jameson then grabbed other merchandise before fleeing the scene.
David Hardy, Michael Hardy, and Desiree Mooring Arrested for Lenoir County Break-ins
Lenoir County deputies arrested three individuals last Thursday in connection with several break-ins and thefts. The suspects were apprehended after deputies observed a suspicious vehicle outside an empty home on Eason Road near La Grange. Authorities suspected a break-in was taking place and responded to the scene.
Tracey Dotson Sentenced to Over 4 Years for Unemployment Fraud Scheme
Tracey Dotson, 49, of Detroit, was sentenced on Wednesday to over four years in federal prison for his involvement in a large-scale unemployment insurance fraud scheme. Dotson was also ordered to pay more than $900,000 in restitution, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan.
Aryan Brotherhood Inmates Convicted of Murder, Racketeering, and Drug Crimes
Three members of the Aryan Brotherhood prison gang have been convicted for their involvement in a range of serious crimes, including murder, drug trafficking, fraud, and robbery. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of California announced the verdicts on the convicted individuals, all of whom were incarcerated in California State Prison.
David Quinones Pleads Guilty to Defrauding SNAP of $1.5 Million
David Quinones, a 44-year-old Chicago resident, has pleaded guilty in federal court to fraudulently obtaining over $1.5 million in benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois announced on Thursday.
Paula Sue Leventhal Pleads Guilty to Embezzling $550K from Employer
Paula Sue Leventhal, 64, of Centerville, Virginia, pleaded guilty to wire fraud on Wednesday, admitting to the embezzlement of $550,000 from her employer, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia.
Two Malden Residents Charged in Cocaine Distribution Conspiracy
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts announced charges against two Malden residents, Erick Sandoval-Perez, 43, a Guatemalan national, and Christhian Castillo, 32, for their involvement in a cocaine distribution conspiracy.
Niles Man Sentenced to Over 5 Years for $1.5 Million CARES Act Fraud Scheme
A federal judge sentenced Feroz Jalal, 51, from Niles, to more than five years in federal prison for fraudulently obtaining over $1.5 million in small business loans under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois.
New York Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud After Misappropriating $62.8 Million in Investor Funds
Elie Schwartz, 46, a New York-based commercial real estate investor, pleaded guilty to wire fraud after he misappropriated approximately $62.8 million in investor funds raised through the CrowdStreet Marketplace for two development projects. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia announced the guilty plea on Wednesday.
