Richard Fasanella Admits Role in $9M Romance Scam Scheme
Two Florida men are awaiting federal sentencing after admitting they played roles in laundering nearly $9 million stolen from elderly victims of online romance scams, according to federal prosecutors in Connecticut.
Ottahu Holder Charged in Linda Anthony Murder Case
A Hartford man has been charged with murder after a woman was found dead inside an apartment on Washington Street on Sunday evening, according to police.
Wilfredo Ortiz Sentenced in New Britain Drug Case
A Connecticut man who operated a drug trafficking operation out of a car dealership in New Britain has been sentenced to more than 11 years in federal prison, authorities announced Monday.
Jerome Hunter Arrested in Willimantic Drug, Gun Bust
Two people were arrested after police executed a search warrant that uncovered drugs, cash, and a firearm at a home in Willimantic.
Carlos Baez Arrested in Waterbury Crack Cocaine Bust
A Waterbury man was arrested after police said they discovered crack cocaine and other narcotics during a search warrant operation.
Jessenia Cordero, Jose Baez Accused in $5.5M Fraud
Federal prosecutors say an Allentown woman began planning a new fraud scheme even before completing her prison sentence for a previous multimillion-dollar tax fraud case.
Robert Paul Bear Charged in 1980 Tampa Cold Case Murder
A Florida man has been indicted for a decades-old homicide after investigators say DNA evidence linked him to a killing that occurred in Tampa in 1980.
Chidike Watts Charged in Toronto Online Fraud Case
Two Toronto residents are facing dozens of charges after investigators linked them to an alleged online fraud scheme that targeted multiple victims.
Steven Vitalo Charged in New York Plumbing Fraud Case
A Herkimer business owner is facing multiple fraud-related charges after surrendering to authorities in March, according to the Otsego County District Attorney’s Office.
Branislav Vasljevic Arrested in Bloomingdale Elder Fraud
A Bloomingdale investigation into suspected elder fraud led to the arrest of a man accused of deceiving a senior resident and profiting more than $25,000, authorities said.
Gabriel Bay Arrested in Bloomingdale Commercial Burglary
The Bloomingdale Police Department announced the arrest of a Newark man in connection with a commercial burglary that occurred on Dec. 29, 2025.
Kyle Meyer Convicted in Father’s 2023 Christmas Eve Murder
A Morris County jury has convicted Kyle Meyer, 35, in connection with the brutal 2023 Christmas Eve murder of his father.
Ifeanyi Mba Arrested in Enugu N10M Land Fraud
The Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested Ifeanyi Mba in connection with an alleged ₦10 million land fraud.
Ex-Kalashnikov Deputy Director Charged with Large-Scale Fraud
The former Deputy Director for Procurement and Logistics at the Kalashnikov Concern has been charged with fraud on a particularly large scale and is being held in a pre-trial detention center in Moscow.
Luís Felipe de Oliveira Arrested for Online Love Scam
Cotia – Social media influencer Luís Felipe de Oliveira has been placed in preventive detention after being accused of carrying out a large-scale “love scam.”
Sebastian Hernandez Arrested for Laredo Beer Store Robbery
Laredo – A man was arrested after pushing a store clerk while attempting to steal beer from a local convenience store, the Laredo Police Department reported.
Zachary Verrastro Arrested in Flemington Car Theft Incident
Flemington – A routine mistake of leaving a car running escalated into a dangerous confrontation when Zachary Verrastro, of Asbury, allegedly tried to steal it.
Aaron R. Wilkinson Arrested in Murray Stolen Vehicle Case
Murray – A Murray man was arrested Wednesday morning after deputies discovered he was driving a stolen vehicle during a routine traffic stop.
Kent Braden, Malion Moore Arrested in Murray Drug Case
Murray – Detectives with the Calloway County Narcotics Unit arrested Kent Braden, 19, and Malion D. Moore, 49, on March 3, 2026, in connection with an ongoing narcotics investigation.
Lana M. Ford Arrested in McCracken County Meth Case
Paducah – A month-long investigation into methamphetamine sales led to the arrest of Lana M. Ford, 49, of Carolina Street, McCracken County, Monday morning, the McCracken County Sheriff’s Office reported.
Betty Jo Oliver Arrested in Paducah Drug and DUI Case
Paducah – A routine traffic stop led to multiple drug charges for Betty Jo Oliver, 47, after sheriff’s deputies discovered narcotics and other evidence in her vehicle.
Michael McBee Arrested in Calloway County Fleeing Case
Calloway County – A Tennessee man was arrested Sunday night in connection with a high-speed pursuit that occurred nearly four years ago, the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office reported.
Angel Ponce Arrested in Montgomery County Theft Chase
Montgomery County – A Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office deputy observed a vehicle speeding early Sunday morning on Highway 105. When the deputy attempted to stop it, the vehicle failed to yield, traveling nearly six miles before coming to a stop.
Three Arrested in D.C. Apartment Burglary, Puppy Stolen
Washington – Three people have been arrested after a burglary at an apartment in the 3500 block of East Capitol Street NE resulted in the theft of several items, including a small Shih Tzu puppy named “Cruz”, police reported.
Ryan Deiter Arrested for Stealing Rescue Boat in Marco Island
Marco Island – A routine rescue on the waters of Marco Island turned chaotic when a boater allegedly stole a rescue boat after pushing the captain overboard, authorities reported.
Lekendrick Ingram Arrested in Fort Walton Beach Drug Bust
Fort Walton Beach – A Fort Walton Beach Police Department pursuit ended with the arrest of Lekendrick Ingram after a foot chase and the seizure of significant amounts of narcotics.
Kayla Crozier Arrested After Attempted Tour Bus Theft
Yellowknife – A local resident was arrested early Saturday morning after allegedly stealing a tour bus that had been briefly left unattended at a gas station.
Kyle Hayhurst Among Four Arrested in Mesa County Cases
Mesa County – Several individuals were recently arrested in separate incidents across Mesa County involving motor vehicle theft, DUI offenses, and burglary, according to the Mesa County Sheriff’s Office.
Draco Farris-Clark Charged in Kaleb Isabell Park Shooting
Crawfordsville — Two suspects have been arrested following a fatal shooting at Milligan Park that left a man dead last week.
Alex Harrison Arrested After 100mph Stolen Car Chase
Essex Police officers arrested a man less than 30 minutes after a vehicle was reported stolen on New Year’s Day.
Anakarina Brady Arrested in Millburn Home Theft Case
Millburn — A Plainfield resident has been arrested in connection with a theft investigation at a home in Millburn, police said.
Angelo Lotrecchiano Charged in Fatal West Caldwell Hit-Run
West Caldwell — Authorities have arrested a local man in connection with a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred earlier this year in nearby Caldwell.
Lukman Inusa Arrested in Yobe Motorcycle Theft Case
The Nigeria Police Force in Yobe State has arrested a suspected burglar and motorcycle thief believed to be linked to an interstate theft syndicate operating across parts of northern Nigeria.
Lydia Donkor Announces Arrests in ECG Cable Theft Case
The Ghana Police Service has arrested eight Chinese nationals and two Ghanaians over their alleged involvement in a cable theft and metal export syndicate targeting the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
Kritsaphong, Nakarin Arrested in Pattaya Luxury Watch Theft
Pattaya — Police have arrested two Thai men in connection with a burglary at a luxury home in the Phra Tamnak area where high-value watches worth more than 6.4 million baht were stolen.
Benjamin Puentes Arrested in Rock County Drug Bust
Rock County — A drug investigation in Rock County led to the seizure of large quantities of narcotics and the arrest of a Janesville man, authorities said.
Martin Gonzalez-Martinez Arrested for Purple Fentanyl Sale
ATLANTA, GA — A 22-year-old Mexican national was arrested in Clayton County for selling purple fentanyl, a potent and dangerous variant of the synthetic opioid, federal authorities said.
Bryson Tweten Arrested After High-Speed Chase & Drug Bust
SALINA, KS — Three people were arrested Saturday following a pair of high-speed chases reaching 110 mph and the discovery of drugs in the vehicle, according to police reports.
