New York Man Arrested for $20,000 Facebook Marketplace Scam
A New York man, Donald Gibson, has been arrested for allegedly defrauding a Sierra County resident of nearly $20,000 in a fraudulent car purchase made via Facebook Marketplace.
Sentencing in Reno Meth Trafficking Case: Valenzuela, Sanchez-Pacheco, Nolasco
On Tuesday, three individuals were sentenced for their involvement in a large narcotics trafficking operation that flooded Reno with over 33 kilograms of methamphetamine. These individuals were convicted for conspiring to distribute the illegal drug, which was sold in pounds for thousands of dollars.
Four Men Charged in Edmonton Auto Fraud Scheme; Search for Dilraj Marahar
Four men have been charged following an investigation into fraudulent activities at an Edmonton-area car dealership, KO Auto Finance, located along St. Albert Trail. The Edmonton RCMP Auto Theft Unit, with the assistance of the St. Albert RCMP, uncovered a money laundering operation that involved the dealership’s owners.
SWAT Standoff in Arlington Leads to Arrest of Sinclair Mann
A SWAT standoff in Arlington, Texas, resulted in the arrest of 38-year-old Sinclair Mann on Saturday night after he was suspected of burglarizing a vehicle and stealing items, including a firearm.
Tyrelle Clarke Arrested After High-Speed Chase and Vehicle Theft Attempt
A New Jersey man, Tyrelle Clarke, was arrested after leading police on a high-speed chase and assaulting officers during an attempt to steal vehicles in Sicklerville on February 23, 2025. Clarke, 28, was reportedly involved in an early-morning car break-in attempt using a high-tech device that allows the user to reprogram vehicles.
Four Arrested in Postville for Forgery and Identity Theft
Four individuals were arrested in Postville, Iowa, on March 1, 2025, following a search operation conducted by the Postville Police Department, with assistance from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Allamakee County Sheriff’s Office. The operation was part of an ongoing investigation into forgery and identity theft.
Deidre Joy Lee Arrested for Public Intoxication in Clermont
On Saturday, March 1, 2025, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a disturbance at Bad Tad’s Bar in Clermont, Iowa. The disturbance was caused by a woman who reportedly refused to leave the establishment, prompting an investigation by a Fayette County Deputy.
Jihad Gasaway Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder After Body Found in Car
A Cedar Rapids man has pleaded guilty to attempted murder after a dead body was discovered in his car in 2023.
J’Juanna Williams Sentenced to 40 Years for Abusing 3-Year-Old Son
A Cedar Rapids mother has been sentenced to up to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty to multiple child endangerment charges related to the abuse of her 3-year-old son. The child suffered severe injuries from repeated beatings over the course of a year.
Kayden Jakel and Clayton O’Brien Face Charges After Attempted Robbery in Cedar Rapids
Two teenagers are facing serious charges after they allegedly tried to break into an apartment in Cedar Rapids, believing it contained drugs.
Denzel Wilson Found Guilty of First-Degree Murder in Cedar Rapids Shooting
Denzel Wilson has been found guilty of first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of Kenyauta Vesy-Keith outside a Cedar Rapids bar nearly two years ago.
Hilo Couple Arrested for Stealing Rental Car, Meth Arrest During Search
A Hilo couple has been arrested after allegedly stealing a rental car in February. The suspects, Spencer Ah Nee, 32, and Andrelin-Stacey Ramos, 36, were taken into custody following a series of events involving a stolen vehicle and a domestic dispute.
St. Paul Man Sentenced for Copper Wire Theft Involving Streetlights
A St. Paul man involved in a group that stole copper wire from streetlights has been sentenced with no additional jail time after pleading guilty to misdemeanor theft. Paw La, 34, was sentenced Wednesday to 72 days in jail, with credit for the time he had already served. In addition, La was ordered to pay just over $1,000 in restitution within two years.
Seneca Falls Man Arrested for Alleged Theft at Walmart
A Seneca Falls man was arrested after allegedly stealing merchandise from the local Walmart, according to the Seneca Falls Police Department.
Reality TV Star Arrested for Stealing Packages in Canton, Michigan
CANTON, Mich. (WXYZ) — Emma Barker, a reality TV star from the show Prison Brides, has been arrested and is facing felony charges for allegedly stealing packages from neighbors at the Ridgeline Apartment Complex in Canton.
Fort Wayne Man Arrested on Grand Theft Charges Amid Fraudulent Schemes
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) — Brian Anthony Thornton, 45, a man known for his ties to various business schemes and social media controversies, was booked into the Allen County Jail this week on grand theft charges. Thornton is currently being held on a $500,000 bond and is awaiting extradition to Jacksonville, Florida, where he faces allegations of “fraudulent behavior.”
Two Arrested After Alleged Burglary and Theft in Clackamas County
Clackamas County, Ore. (February 22, 2025) — Two suspects were arrested on burglary, theft, and drug-related charges following a reported break-in at a residence near Wilsonville on Saturday, February 22.
Man Arrested for Stealing Ambulance in Northbrook
Northbrook, Ill. (February 26, 2025) — A man was arrested after allegedly stealing an Elite ambulance from a hospital in Chicago and driving it to Northbrook on Wednesday, February 26.
Tampa Man Arrested in Connection with Fatal Drug Overdose of Zachary Reed
Tampa, FL (February 2025) — Charles Zumbahlen, 31, has been arrested in connection with the fatal drug overdose of 27-year-old Zachary Reed on November 25, 2024. Zumbahlen faces first-degree murder charges after authorities determined that he supplied Reed with the fentanyl that led to his death.
Celina Police Arrest Jason Kuhn on Theft Charge
Celina, OH (February 2025) — Jason Kuhn, 44, was arrested today by Celina Police on a 1st-degree misdemeanor theft charge. Kuhn is currently being held at the Mercer County Adult Detention Center on a $2,000 (10%) bond and is awaiting an appearance in Celina Municipal Court.
Celina Police Arrest Richard Garcia-Meijas on Theft Charge
Celina, OH (February 2025) — Richard Garcia-Meijas, 50, was arrested today by Celina Police on a 1st-degree misdemeanor theft without consent charge. Garcia-Meijas is being held at the Mercer County Adult Detention Center on a $2,000 cash bond and is awaiting a hearing in Celina Municipal Court.
Ryan Waye and Tesha McDowell Arrested for Carjacking in Gray
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Two individuals, Ryan Waye, 39, of Rogersville, and Tesha McDowell, 41, of Newport, are facing several charges after a carjacking incident occurred at a business in Gray on Wednesday.
Rashaad Green and Shaquille Barber Sentenced for Money Laundering
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WJHL) — Rashaad Green, 31, of Union, and Shaquille Barber, 30, of Moore, were sentenced to federal prison on February 28, 2025, for their roles in money laundering and firearms possession in connection with drug trafficking activities.
Dusan Dimic Sentenced to Over Three Years for Drug Trafficking
WASHINGTON, D.C. (WJHL) — Dusan Dimic, 41, of Virginia, has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for his role in operating a narcotics delivery service primarily targeting Washington, D.C. The sentence was handed down on February 28, 2025, following an investigation into his involvement in drug trafficking.
Kyriakos “Rick” Kapiris Sentenced for Embezzling $366K from Nonprofit
WORCESTER, Mass. (WJHL) — Kyriakos “Rick” Kapiris, 38, of Northborough, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison after embezzling approximately $366,477 from a nonprofit organization in Sturbridge. The sentencing, announced on February 28, 2025, also includes a restitution order of $371,088.97, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts confirmed.
Jarrod Gentry Arrested on Domestic Violence and Child Endangerment Charges
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (WJHL) — Jarrod Gentry, 47, was arrested Friday afternoon on suspicion of multiple charges, including domestic violence, child endangerment, and resisting arrest, after a viral social media post showed an alleged incident of abuse.
Clarence Man Henry Jurek Sentenced for Domestic Violence Incident
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Henry Jurek, III, 47, of Clarence, has been sentenced to 1 1/2 to three years in prison for a domestic violence incident that occurred in 2023. The sentencing, announced by the Erie County District Attorney’s Office on Tuesday, follows an incident in which Jurek attempted to cause injuries to a victim by slamming their head into the cement ground at a residence on Silver Birch Court on July 13, 2023.
James Zachariah Jones Arrested After Standoff on Domestic Violence Charges
BOULDER, Colo. — James Zachariah Jones, 34, was arrested by Boulder Police on December 31, 2024, after a brief standoff in connection with several domestic violence-related charges. Officers located Jones at an apartment complex in the 2800 block of Sundown Lane around 11:00 a.m. The suspect was wanted on multiple domestic violence charges, including second-degree assault, third-degree assault, and false imprisonment.
Rocco A. Beardsley Sentenced to 25 Years for Fentanyl Death and Drug Conspiracy
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) — Rocco A. Beardsley, 39, of Jamestown, N.Y., has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for his involvement in a narcotics conspiracy that included the distribution of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and other controlled substances. The sentencing was announced by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of New York on February 28, 2025.
Marcus Ray Chavez Sentenced to Over 21 Years for Fentanyl Overdose Death
Marcus Ray Chavez, 30, of Bonita, California, was sentenced to over 21 years in federal prison after being convicted for providing fentanyl pills that resulted in the fatal overdose of a 15-year-old girl in 2022. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California made the announcement on February 28.
Jesse Henry Pleads Guilty to Stealing Railroad Equipment Causing $1.5M Loss
Jesse Henry, a 21-year-old man from Laclede County, Missouri, pleaded guilty to stealing railroad equipment on 33 separate occasions, resulting in losses exceeding $1.5 million. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri announced the plea on February 28, 2025.
Daryl Jones Jr. Pleads Guilty to Fraud, Identity Theft in Missouri
Daryl Jones Jr., a 45-year-old man from St. Louis County, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and wire fraud, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri announced on February 28, 2025.
Michael Reis Sentenced to Life for Fentanyl Distribution Leading to Child’s Death
Michael Reis, 29, of Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced to life in prison on February 26 for distributing fentanyl that resulted in the death of a 4-year-old child, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced.
Eight Oakland Crips Members Arrested in ATF-Led Operation
Eight members of the 42 Oakland Crips street gang were arrested in a major operation targeting drug trafficking, firearms offenses, and violent crimes, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas announced on February 28. The arrests, carried out by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), took place in the Wheatley Place neighborhood in South Dallas and are part of an ongoing initiative known as “Operation Blue Laces.”
Jerry Baptiste Sentenced to 6.5 Years for PPP Loan Scheme
Jerry Baptiste, 47, of Miami, was sentenced to six and a half years in federal prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to steal Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) funds during the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia announced the sentencing on February 28.
Missouri Woman Sentenced to 10 Years for Identity Theft Fraud
Renee Delann Clouse, 56, of Seymour, Missouri, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for a fraudulent scheme in which she stole the identities of fellow inmates to obtain student loans and tax refunds. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Missouri announced her sentencing on February 28.
Nathaniel Fuller Convicted in Lynchburg Hotel Assault Case
Nathaniel Richard Fuller, 29, was convicted in Lynchburg Circuit Court on February 24, 2024, for felony charges of aggravated sexual battery and strangulation in connection with a violent assault at a local hotel in June 2024.
Logan Spencer Arrested in Roanoke on Child Pornography Charges
A 28-year-old man, Logan Michael Spencer, was arrested on multiple child pornography charges in Roanoke, Virginia, on February 24, 2024. The arrest followed an investigation prompted by a tip from the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Taskforce.
Rockingham County Man Arrested on Multiple Drug Charges Following Extensive Investigation
A 43-year-old man from Stoneville, NC, has been arrested and charged with multiple drug violations following a thorough investigation by the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office Vice/Narcotics Division. Nicholas Wayne George, of 709 N. Glenn St., was taken into custody on February 25, 2025, facing serious charges related to drug trafficking and possession.
Roanoke Police Identify Suspect in Early Morning Shooting That Left Five Injured
The Roanoke Police Department has charged 40-year-old Donald Leroy Williams with Possession of a Firearm by a Felon as part of an ongoing investigation into a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning, February 15, 2025.