Leslie Osorio Charged with Stealing from Kennett City Funds
A 37-year-old woman from Paragould, Leslie Osorio, has been charged with stealing from the city of Kennett following an audit by the State of Missouri. Osorio, who served as the deputy city clerk from January 2020 until March 8, 2022, allegedly overpaid herself and her husband during her tenure.
Johnny Phillips Sentenced to 24 Years for 2017 Kennett Shooting
Johnny Phillips, 46, of Steele, Missouri, was sentenced to a total of 24 years in prison for a shooting incident that occurred in November 2017 in Kennett, Missouri. Phillips was convicted of first-degree assault, armed criminal action, and unlawful use of a weapon. A jury found him guilty in November.
Jonathan Belk Arrested for Killing Man Found in Bed with Wife
A man from Sequatchie County, Tennessee, has been arrested and charged with criminal homicide after deputies say he fatally stabbed 18-year-old Billy Jean Floyd, who was found in bed with Belk’s wife on Saturday. Jonathan Belk, 41, is now in custody after a violent confrontation at their home.
Mark A. Thomas Arrested in Van Zandt County for Stolen Vehicle, Meth
A Wills Point man, Mark A. Thomas, was arrested on March 10 in Van Zandt County after deputies spotted a stolen vehicle he was linked to. The vehicle had been reported stolen earlier that day, and investigators identified Thomas as a person of interest in the case.
Fabrizio Slatineanu Sentenced to Life for Smith County Credit Card Skimming Scheme
Fabrizio Slatineanu, 25, a Romanian national, has been sentenced to life in prison after being convicted of participating in a credit card skimming operation that defrauded Smith County residents out of over $280,000 in a single weekend. The sentencing took place in front of Judge Austin Reeve Jackson, who emphasized the severe impact the crime had on the victims.
Wichita Falls Man Charged in 2024 Gold and Silver Theft Scheme
WICHITA FALLS (KFDX/KJTL) — A Wichita Falls man has been charged with burglary of a habitation after allegedly being involved in a theft ring that targeted gold, silver, and other valuable items from a residence in the city. The investigation, which began in early October 2024, has led to the arrest of Johnathon Roderick in connection to the stolen goods.
Longview Woman Pleads Guilty in 2021 Fatal Vehicle Incident
LONGVIEW, Texas (KLTV) – A Longview woman, Pauliszia Ynette Stewart, pleaded guilty Thursday to the death of Kilgore resident George Stoker, who was struck by a vehicle in April 2021.
Multiple Arrests Made in Nacogdoches Aggravated Robbery Investigation
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KTRE) – Early Wednesday morning, Nacogdoches police, supported by the Nacogdoches Combined SWAT team, carried out a series of arrest and search warrants at an apartment in the 1400 block of Dolph Street. Two suspects were arrested without incident as part of an ongoing investigation into a string of aggravated robberies.
Shreveport Man Arrested for Contractor Fraud After Taking Payments
SHREVEPORT, La. – A Shreveport man has been arrested on charges of contractor fraud after allegedly taking money for household repairs and failing to complete the work. Melvin Hill, the owner of High-End Painting, was arrested and charged with residential contractor fraud. He was already in custody at the Caddo Correctional Center on unrelated charges when he was booked for the new offense.
Deon Brooks Arrested for $1M High-End Vehicle Theft in Macomb County
WARREN, Mich. (FOX 2) – A Warren man, Deon Charleston Brooks, has been arrested and charged with stealing high-end vehicles valued at over $1 million in Macomb County. Brooks, 24, was arraigned for conducting a criminal enterprise after allegedly stealing vehicles from several dealerships in three separate incidents.
Antonio Mitchell Arrested in Connection to Multiple Robberies in Lufkin
LUFKIN, Texas (KTRE) – Antonio Jerome Mitchell, 46, of Alto, has been arrested by Lufkin Police in connection to a series of robberies that have plagued the area. Mitchell is now facing three robbery charges and one charge of attempted robbery.
Over 30 Sentenced in Massive Drug Trafficking Investigation in East Texas
BEAUMONT, Texas (KTRE) – A five-year drug investigation that began in Angelina County has resulted in over 30 federal prison sentences, as authorities cracked down on a large methamphetamine trafficking operation.
Hernando County Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Trafficking Arrests
HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) – A routine traffic stop for a burnt-out headlight in Hernando County led to the arrest of two individuals on drug trafficking charges.
Angel De La Torre Arrested for Assault and Car Theft in Anthony, Texas
ANTHONY, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) – A 43-year-old man, Angel De La Torre, was arrested on Wednesday in connection to a violent assault and car theft that occurred in Anthony, Texas.
Antonio Rodriguez Arrested for Murder After Fatal Hit-and-Run in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) – Antonio Rodriguez, 47, was arrested on Sunday night in connection to a fatal hit-and-run incident in Central El Paso. Rodriguez is accused of intentionally running over a man during an altercation.
Three Arrested in Hesperia for Burglary, Stolen Vehicle Possession
HESPERIA, Calif. (VVNG.com) – Three individuals were arrested in Hesperia, California, on multiple charges, including burglary and possession of a stolen vehicle following a series of investigations by deputies.
Adrian Gonzales Pleads Guilty to Double Murder in El Paso, Sentenced to 45 Years
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) – Adrian James Gonzales, 28, of El Paso, has been sentenced to 45 years in state prison after pleading guilty to the murder of Enrike Havier Navarro, 34, and Noemi Crispin, 40. The sentence was handed down nearly one year after Gonzales’ arrest in connection with the February 2024 deaths.
Vero Beach Drug Bust Leads to Arrest of Three for Fentanyl, Cocaine
VERO BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) – A drug bust in Vero Beach has resulted in the arrest of three individuals following complaints from local residents. The Vero Beach Police Department, along with the Sebastian Special Response Team, executed a search warrant at 1813 36th Ave on Tuesday, where they arrested Michael Knight, Philip Carlsward, and Adriana Koester.
Indiantown Drug House Shut Down in Early Morning Raid
INDIANTOWN, Fla. (CBS12) – A suspected drug house in Indiantown has been shut down following a Friday morning raid by the Martin County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO). The raid, which took place on February 28, came after a three-month investigation into the home located near 15000 SW Tiger Court.
South Florida Tax Preparer Arrested for Filing False Tax Returns
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) – Jimmy Desir, a South Florida tax preparer, appeared in federal court on Wednesday to face charges related to filing false income tax returns. Desir, 46, was arrested after an indictment accused him of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme to defraud the Internal Revenue Service (IRS).
Santa Maria Resident Arrested for Identity Theft and Forgery
FILLMORE, Calif. (CBS12) — Arvan Washington III, a Santa Maria resident, was arrested on March 3, 2025, for identity theft, forgery, and multiple charges after attempting to open a bank account with fraudulent documents at the Bank of the Sierra in Fillmore.
Winona Man Arrested in Palestine for Drugs and Guns
PALESTINE, Texas (KLTV) — Lucas Stevens, 31, of Winona, was arrested on Sunday after a suspicious person report led to a large drug bust and firearm discovery in Palestine.
Houston Man Arrested in Nacogdoches for Drug Possession After Traffic Stop
NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KTRE) — Donte Demond Brown, 44, from Houston, was arrested early Tuesday morning after deputies discovered a large amount of drugs in his vehicle during a traffic stop in Nacogdoches.
Greene County Detention Officer Arrested for Allegedly Stealing $900 from Inmate
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (KTTS) — Caydon Lewis, a 19-year-old Greene County Jail detention officer, was arrested for allegedly stealing $900 from an inmate’s personal property during his time at the jail. Lewis now faces a felony charge for stealing $750 or more.
Antonio Jackson, Anthony Paye, and Macy Wyatt Wilson Arrested in Pennsylvania Casino Robberies
Two brazen casino robberies in Pennsylvania have led to the arrests of two men from Maryland, with a third still charged and on the run.
Three Arrested in North Bay After Retail Thefts at Nike Stores
Three people, including two juveniles, were arrested over the weekend after a pursuit in the North Bay linked them to retail thefts at several Nike stores, authorities reported.
Two Rutland Men Arrested Following Traffic Stop and Drug Seizure
A routine traffic stop in Rutland, Vermont, led to the arrest of two men on drug possession and outstanding warrant charges, Vermont State Police reported.
Newmarket Man Arrested on Multiple Felony Warrants
A man wanted on multiple felony warrants was taken into custody Wednesday evening in Newmarket, New Hampshire, after being spotted by a police officer on routine patrol.
Claremont Man Sentenced for $21K Medicaid Fraud Scheme
A Claremont man has been sentenced to state prison for his involvement in a Medicaid fraud scheme that resulted in over $21,000 in fraudulent reimbursements, New Hampshire Attorney General John M. Formella announced.
Two Epping Residents Arrested in Drug Sale Investigation
The Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office Drug Task Force, in coordination with the United States Marshals Service, arrested two Epping residents on Tuesday, March 11, 2025, after an investigation into the sale of controlled substances.
Victor Rivera Sentenced to 80 Years for Double Murder in Nashua
Victor Rivera, a 49-year-old Nashua man, was sentenced to a minimum of 80 years in prison for the second-degree murder of Patricia Swett and Matthew Champagne in 2023.
Tyler Bathalon Arrested for Multiple Charges in St. Johnsbury
Tyler Bathalon, a 32-year-old man from Irasburg, was arrested in St. Johnsbury on March 5, 2025, after being charged with criminal driving with a suspended license, false information to law enforcement, and identity theft following two separate incidents.
Two Massachusetts Men Arrested in New Hampshire Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Trafficking Bust
Two Massachusetts men were arrested on March 6, 2025, following a months-long narcotics investigation by the New Hampshire State Police into the sale and trafficking of fentanyl and methamphetamine in the Concord area.
Trey and Emily Knight Plead Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges
A Tennessee couple, Trey and Emily Knight, pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges, admitting to defrauding investors and making false statements in bankruptcy filings, as reported by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Louisiana.
Catalina Corona Charged with Stealing $10M Through Fraud and Identity Theft
Catalina Corona, 61, of Corona, Queens, was charged with wire fraud, bank fraud, and aggravated identity theft after allegedly stealing approximately $10 million from an elderly married couple, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York announced on Thursday.
Nicholas Price Sentenced to 4 Years for Defrauding State Contracts
Nicholas Price, 45, of Marysville, Ohio, was sentenced to nearly four years in federal prison for defrauding businesses through state agency contracts and laundering the proceeds, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Ohio announced on Thursday.
Four Guatemalan Nationals Sentenced for $280K Retail Theft Scheme
Four Guatemalan nationals were sentenced for their involvement in a multi-state retail theft operation that targeted home improvement stores and other retailers, resulting in losses of at least $280,000. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Rhode Island announced the sentencing on Thursday.
Mikeal Luckett Sentenced to 17.5 Years for Firearm and Drug Offenses
Mikeal Luckett, 51, of Evansville, Indiana, was sentenced to 17 and a half years in federal prison for firearm and drug offenses, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Indiana.
Three Arrested for Fraudulently Claiming FEMA Disaster Relief Funds
Three individuals have been charged with fraudulently seeking federal disaster relief funds by falsely claiming their properties were damaged by the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California announced Wednesday.
Gerardo Barraza-Ortiz Sentenced to 21+ Years for Meth Trafficking
Gerardo Barraza-Ortiz, 42, a Mexican national, was sentenced to more than 21 years in federal prison for trafficking over 48 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas announced on March 13.