Five Bridgeport Democrats Charged with Over 150 Election Crimes
In a major development Friday, state prosecutors charged five prominent Bridgeport Democrats with over 150 election-related crimes, marking one of the most significant voter fraud cases in Connecticut’s history. The individuals charged include campaign staffer Margaret Joyce, Democratic vice chair Wanda Geter-Pataky, and city council members Alfredo Castillo, Jazmarie Melendez, and Maria Pereira.
Six Arrested in Meth Lab Bust in Porterville, Including Matthew Ward
In a significant drug bust in Porterville, six people were arrested for running a meth lab and committing identity theft. The investigation began when Porterville Police Officers responded to a criminal threats investigation involving Matthew Ward, 40, at his trailer home on West Montgomery Avenue. Upon arrival, Ward and 42-year-old Robert Atchison were found at the scene.
Thai-Indian Man Arrested with 15.7 Million Baht in Cash at Border
A Thai-Indian man has been arrested after attempting to enter Thailand from Cambodia with 15.7 million baht in cash. The man, identified as Ohm, 47, was stopped by officials from the Sa Kaeo Immigration Office at the Khlong Luek Border Checkpoint in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province on February 23, 2025.
“Kothon and 8 Accomplices Indicted in Chaimes Sitthisanitphong Murder”
In a stunning turn of events, Sunthon Wilawan, also known as Kothon, and eight accomplices have been officially indicted for the murder of Chaimes Sitthisanitphong, a key political figure in Prachin Buri, Thailand. The indictment, submitted on February 25, 2025, represents a major breakthrough in a case that has captured national attention due to its political implications.
Nigerian Man Arrested in Phuket for Cocaine Trafficking
Phuket Immigration officers have arrested a 37-year-old Nigerian man, identified as John Paul, for possessing cocaine with the intention to sell. The arrest took place on February 13, 2025, at a rented residence in Village 11, Thepkrasattri subdistrict. The operation was carried out jointly by Phuket Immigration officers and the Thalang Police Station.
18-Year-Old Alexander Corona Arrested for Multiple Vehicle Thefts
Wilmington, DE – 18-year-old Alexander Corona has been arrested in connection to several vehicle thefts that occurred between April and October 2024 in the Wilmington area. The suspect, who was apprehended on Sunday at a residence in the Edgemoor neighborhood, faces multiple felony charges.
Teacher David DiFilippo Faces Felony Charges for Soliciting Student
A 45-year-old teacher from Kirk Middle School, David DiFilippo, is facing multiple felony charges, including sexual solicitation and sexual misconduct with a student.
Kinston Man Al Gilchrist Arrested for Stolen HVAC Unit Theft
A 39-year-old Kinston man, Al Gilchrist, was arrested on Friday, February 21, in connection with the theft of an HVAC unit.
Dennis Wright Jr. Arrested for Possession of Firearm and Fentanyl
Craven County authorities arrested Dennis Michael Wright Jr., 58, on February 18, 2025, following an operation aimed at locating a firearm used in a crime. Wright, a resident of Lawrence Drive in the Turkey Quarter Community of Cove City, was identified as the individual in possession of the weapon.
Jordan Montoya Arrested for Stealing Swans and Eggs in Lakeland
Lakeland, Fla. — The second suspect involved in the theft of two swans and their eggs from a Polk County mobile home park has been arrested. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that Jordan Montoya, 27, turned himself in late Friday night, two days after Alfredo Casanova, 29, was apprehended for the crime.
Brandon Gliha Arrested for 1997 Murder of Stephen Edenfield
TAMPA, Fla. — A nearly three-decade-old cold case has been cracked by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO). Brandon Gliha, 47, has been arrested after confessing to the 1997 murder of Stephen Edenfield.
Mihaela Mallen Arrested in Fatal Stabbing of 71-Year-Old in Lake Wales
LAKE WALES, Fla. — Mihaela Mallen, 49, has been arrested following a fatal stabbing that occurred at a Lake Wales home on Saturday.
Christopher Michael Gray Arrested for Stealing Vehicle in Cañon City
CAÑON CITY, Colo. — Christopher Michael Gray, 44, was arrested for allegedly stealing a vehicle after the Cañon City Police Department (CCPD) located the stolen car during a routine patrol on Thursday, Feb. 20.
Mark Robinson Arrested for Package Theft in Hoxie, Ark
HOXIE, Ark. — Mark Robinson, 26, was arrested on Monday in connection with a package theft reported on Thursday, Feb. 20 in the Last Chance area of Hoxie.
Kinston Man and Raleigh Woman Arrested After Traffic Stop
LA GRANGE, N.C. — A traffic stop near La Grange led to charges for a Kinston man and a Raleigh woman on Sunday.
Brandon Adams Arrested in Connection with Armed Robberies in Washington
WASHINGTON, N.C. — The Washington Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with multiple armed robberies that took place over the weekend.
Willie Sampson and Kimberly Thomas-Sampson Arrested in Bank Robbery
KANSAS CITY, Kan. — A married couple, believed to be involved in a bank robbery from late January, were arrested Monday in Kansas City, Kansas.
Rebecca Fletcher Arrested for Theft at Paintsville Walmart
FLOYD COUNTY, Ky. (FOX 56) — Rebecca Fletcher, a Paintsville woman employed as a dispatcher at the Prestonsburg/Floyd County Emergency Communications Center, was arrested on Thursday after being accused of attempting to steal from a Kentucky Walmart.
Patricia Sue Osborn Arrested for Theft and Exploitation of Grieving Families
CORPUS CHRISTI, TX — Patricia Sue Osborn, a 71-year-old woman from Corpus Christi, has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of theft and exploitation following allegations that she failed to deliver headstones to grieving families after receiving payment for them.
Justin McNeil Arrested for Stalking, Domestic Violence in Grand Junction
Grand Junction, CO — A man was arrested in Grand Junction on Monday after an incident involving stalking and domestic violence that occurred the previous day. Justin McNeil, 39, was taken into custody after a series of disturbing events involving a victim.
Antonio Thompson Arrested for Domestic Battery and Interfering with 911 Call
Waterman, IL — A 34-year-old Waterman man, Antonio T. Thompson, was arrested on Saturday after allegedly attacking his girlfriend and preventing her from calling the police. The incident occurred in the 700 block of Garfield Street in Waterman.
Boston Police Officer Arrested on Domestic Violence Charges After Christmas Day Incident
Hull, MA — Terrence Murray, a four-year veteran of the Boston Police Department, was arrested on Christmas Day after an alleged domestic violence incident in Hull, Massachusetts. Murray faces charges of assault and battery on a household member, improper storage of a firearm, and other related offenses.
Niantic Woman Arrested for Bank Fraud After Using Fake IDs and Forged Checks
Niantic, CT — Destiny Ziolko, a 42-year-old woman from Niantic, was arrested on Friday for bank fraud after allegedly presenting fake identification and forged checks at several banks across Connecticut, New York, and Massachusetts.
Manitowoc Residents Arrested for Cocaine Distribution After 3-Month Investigation
Manitowoc, WI — Two Manitowoc residents, Eric Neal and Jessica Hayes, were arrested on February 16 for their involvement in obtaining and distributing large quantities of cocaine following a three-month investigation. The investigation, led by the Manitowoc County Metro Drug Unit and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) in Green Bay, culminated in their arrest.
Groton Woman Arrested for Using Fraudulent ID to Purchase Vehicle
Ellington, CT — A Groton woman, Tracie Tarabek, has been arrested on charges related to identity theft and fraudulent activity after allegedly purchasing a vehicle using a fraudulent identification in 2023.
Richmond Hill Woman Accused of Stealing $81K from Soccer Booster Club
Richmond Hill, GA — Susan Nelson, a 44-year-old woman from Richmond Hill, is facing serious charges after being accused of embezzling $81,000 from the Richmond Hill High School soccer booster club. According to police, Nelson, who was serving as the booster club president, allegedly used the stolen funds for personal expenses such as Verizon bills, an OnlyFans subscription, and transfers to her business, Sweet Grace Marketing, LLC.
Former Ohio State Linebacker Darron Lee Pleads Guilty to Assault Charges, Receives Sentence
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Former Ohio State linebacker Darron Lee has pleaded guilty to attempted assault and accepted a plea offer in a case involving multiple assault charges. The plea, made Monday, comes nearly two years after his initial arrest and concludes the lengthy legal proceedings.
Itawamba County Man Arrested on Drug Charges Following Traffic Stop
ITAWAMBA COUNTY, Miss. — A man has been arrested in Itawamba County on drug charges following a traffic stop on February 19. Riley Chase Hill was taken into custody after authorities discovered a large quantity of suspected methamphetamine and marijuana during the stop.
Long Beach Man Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges Following Search Warrant
LONG BEACH, Miss. — Noah Estay, a 27-year-old man, was arrested on drug possession charges following a search warrant executed at his home in Long Beach on Tuesday.
Pass Christian Woman Arrested After Stealing Multiple Cars and Attacking Officers in Daphne
DAPHNE, Ala. — Katie Diana Brewer, a 40-year-old woman from Pass Christian, Mississippi, was arrested on vehicle theft and assault charges after a series of incidents that took place in Daphne, Alabama.
Former Farmington City Clerk Pleads Guilty to Fraudulent Statements to Government
FARMINGTON, Miss. — Debora Jackson, the former Farmington City Clerk, has pleaded guilty to one count of fraudulent statements to the government. The charges, according to Mississippi State Auditor Shad White, stemmed from Jackson’s submission of fraudulent time cards, unauthorized use of sick and vacation leave, and improper calculations of overtime.
Jackson Woman Arrested for Murder of Damion Reed
A 30-year-old woman, Rashaan Wallace, has been arrested and charged with the murder of 33-year-old Damion Reed following a deadly shooting in Jackson.
“Harrison County Operation Seizes Drugs, Firearms, and Arrests 10”
On Tuesday, February 11, Harrison County Sheriff Matt Haley announced the results of a large-scale, multi-agency law enforcement operation aimed at tackling drug distribution within the region. The operation, which took place over four days from February 6 to February 9, led to the arrest of 10 individuals and the confiscation of significant amounts of illegal substances, firearms, and cash.
Nicky Smith Arrested in Picayune Drug Bust After Traffic Stop
On February 11th, detectives from the Picayune Police Department’s Special Operations Division made a significant drug bust following a routine traffic stop on Memorial Boulevard near South Haugh Avenue.
Jeremy Murphy Arrested in Connection with Adajah Ellis Shooting
A suspect has been taken into custody in connection with a fatal shooting in Jackson, Mississippi. The shooting occurred on the morning of February 17th in the 3200 block of James Hill Drive.
Aaron Wilkie Murphy and Hong Thoa Thi Nguyen Arrested in Mexico
Aaron Wilkie Murphy, 51, and Hong Thoa Thi Nguyen, 33, have been arrested and are now in federal custody after appearing before a judge in Texas. The couple, who had fled before their indictments, was captured in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, with the help of U.S. law enforcement and Mexican authorities, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Oklahoma announced Monday.
Enrique Ariel Hiracheta Salazar Arrested in Blacksburg for Serious Charges
Enrique Ariel Hiracheta Salazar, a 23-year-old man, has been arrested in Blacksburg on serious charges, following an ongoing criminal investigation.
Lucas Jason Degier Charged with Attempted Capital Murder of Officer Robinson
A man has been arrested and charged with attempted capital murder after allegedly shooting a Danville police officer during an interview on February 17, 2025.
Malik Winfield Charged in Fatal Motorcycle Racing Crash in Abilene
Malik Winfield has been arrested in Abilene and charged with Racing on Highway Causing Death following a fatal motorcycle crash last year.
David Robert Valdez Arrested in Franklin County Meth Bust
On February 20, 2025, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, launched an investigation into a suspicious package sent through the mail.
