Guanji Zhang & Huachao Sun Arrested in Michigan Gift Card Scheme
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) – Two men have been arrested after a large-scale gift card fraud scheme that targeted Meijer stores in the Detroit area was uncovered. According to the Michigan Attorney General, the individuals, identified as 46-year-old Guanji Zhang from Irvine, California, and 35-year-old Huachao Sun from Los Angeles, have been charged with multiple crimes.
Nichole Pride & Linwood Farmer Arrested for Restaurant Wallet Thefts
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. (WPVI) – Two suspects, Nichole Pride and Linwood Carlton Farmer, were arrested in connection to a series of wallet thefts at local restaurants in Conshohocken. The pair was accused of stealing wallets from women enjoying meals, then attempting to use the stolen credit cards.
Four Arrested in El Paso for Stealing Luxury Porsche Cars Worth $1M
EL PASO, Texas (KFOX14/CBS4) – Four suspects have been arrested by the El Paso Police Department’s Auto Theft Task Force for stealing luxury vehicles worth close to $1 million. The suspects are accused of robbing four Porsche 911 cars from a building in Central El Paso.
Three Arrested in Glendale for Organized Retail Theft in LA County
GLENDALE, Calif. (KFOX14) – The Glendale Police Department has arrested three suspects, Cheyla Ramirez, Ruben Lepiz Campos, and Rogelio Soriano, in connection to a series of organized retail thefts across Los Angeles County. The suspects are believed to have committed 10 thefts, including five grand thefts, between January and February of 2025.
Tarpon Springs Little League President Arrested for Stealing $23,000
TARPON SPRINGS, Fla. – Nicole Lampadarios Free, the president of the Tarpon Springs Little League, has been arrested after police say she withdrew more than $23,000 from the league’s accounts for personal use. The theft occurred between June 2023 and March 2024, according to the Tarpon Springs Police Department.
Kevin Aguirre Arrested After Multijurisdictional Crime Spree in Colorado
BOULDER, Colo. – A Colorado man was arrested after a chaotic crime spree that spanned multiple cities and counties, involving stolen cars, burglaries, and reckless driving. The spree began on February 25 when Kevin Aguirre, 31, allegedly stole a vehicle near O’Neal Circle in Boulder. He was arrested at 30th and Baseline and was later released on bond four days later, after posting $1,000 of a $10,000 bond.
Guyton City Councilman Theodore Hamby Arrested for Theft and Fraud
GUYTON, Ga. – Theodore Hamby, a City Councilman in Guyton, was arrested Friday afternoon by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) and charged with theft by taking and financial transaction card fraud.
Galveston County Health District Employee Brittani Martinez Arrested for Theft
GALVESTON COUNTY, Texas – A 34-year-old Galveston County Health District employee, Brittani Nikole Martinez, has been arrested after investigators uncovered that she stole thousands of dollars from the district.
Fugitive Leidy Hernandez Lopez on the Run After Fraud Conviction
HOUSTON – Leidy Areli Hernandez Lopez, 44, who was convicted of selling fraudulent Texas license plates, is now on the run after failing to report for her 30-month federal prison sentence. Lopez pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud in May 2023 and was sentenced to 30 months in prison, as well as ordered to pay over $316,000 in restitution.
Fresno Police Break Up Auto Theft Ring; Arrests Made
March 14, 2025 – Fresno Police have successfully dismantled a large-scale auto theft operation, recovering over $3 million worth of stolen high-performance vehicles. The investigation, led by the Fresno Police Department’s Career Criminal Auto Theft Team (CCATT), uncovered more than 75 stolen cars, including Dodge Chargers, Challengers, Durangos, Infinitis, Jeep Trackhawks, and Chevrolet Camaros.
Teenagers Arrested for Stealing Hyundai, Attempting Break-Ins
Two teenagers were arrested early Friday after allegedly stealing a 2016 Hyundai Accent in Colorado Springs. Police located the stolen vehicle Thursday morning in the 2500 block of East Cache La Poudre Street, just east of downtown. The driver was identified as 18-year-old Carmine Frey, and the passenger was 18-year-old Kirk Koltin.
The TJ Maxx Trio” Arrested for $6K Retail Theft in San Jose
Authorities in San Jose have arrested three retail theft suspects, earning them the nickname “The TJ Maxx Trio” from the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Department. The arrests, which took place on February 21, were announced this week on social media by the sheriff’s department.
Santa Rosa Restaurant Managers Arrested for Embezzling Thousands
Two managers at a Santa Rosa restaurant were arrested this week for allegedly embezzling thousands of dollars by voiding cash transactions, according to police. The restaurant, located in the 3000 block of Marlow Road, had been under investigation following reports of financial discrepancies.
Two Fresno Residents Arrested in Connection to Armed Robberies
Police in the South Bay recently announced the arrest of two Fresno residents in connection with armed robberies that targeted massage parlors in San Jose and Milpitas. The arrests followed an incident at a massage parlor on the 2000 block of Story Road in East San Jose on January 20.
Five Arrested in National Car Theft Ring Linked to Fort Myers
Five suspects have been arrested in a nationwide car theft crime ring linked to Fort Myers, following an investigation led by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). The suspects face charges including racketeering and theft after agents identified 12 stolen vehicles from various counties, including Lee and Collier.
Target Employee Arrested for Stealing $1,900 from Lake Park Store
A Target employee in Lake Park, Florida, is facing grand theft charges after allegedly stealing $1,900 in cash from the store’s registers over several weeks. Weser Wahib Curry, 33, was arrested on March 12 following an investigation by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO).
Two Venezuelan Men Arrested for Stealing ATM in Cleveland
Two men, both from Venezuela, have been arrested in connection with the theft of an automated teller machine (ATM) in Cleveland. Winker Jose Nava Herrera, 33, and Jose Valero Rojas, 21, face charges related to the theft and money laundering.
Former Mississippi Officer Arrested for Impersonating Cop in Louisiana
A former Mississippi law enforcement officer was arrested on Monday in Lafayette, Louisiana, for impersonating an officer. Edwinn Silence, 52, faces two counts of fraudulent portrayal of a law enforcement officer.
Mount Olive Pastor and Deacon Face Embezzlement Charges for Stealing $90K
The pastor and deacon of Galilee Missionary Baptist Church in Mount Olive may face embezzlement charges after allegedly stealing nearly $90,000 in church funds. Stricjavvar Strickland, the pastor, and Armond Barnes, a deacon, have each been charged with one count of embezzlement of over $500.
Two Arrested in El Paso for Drug Possession, Possible Fentanyl Found
Two individuals were arrested in East El Paso on Saturday after authorities discovered methamphetamine and possibly fentanyl in their vehicle. Jodi Marie Schimek, 38, and Luis Alberto Cortes, 34, face charges of possession of a controlled substance after officers made the discovery.
Two Arrested in West Virginia After Stolen Trucks and $70K in Property Recovered
A multi-state investigation following the theft of a Frontier Communications service truck led to the recovery of thousands of dollars in stolen property and the arrest of two suspects in Romney, West Virginia.
Las Cruces Police Identify Suspect in Officer-Involved Shooting
Las Cruces police have identified 19-year-old Gabriel Padilla as the suspect involved in a Thursday night officer-involved shooting. The incident occurred on the 800 block of South Main Street after Padilla allegedly pulled out a gun on an officer, leading to a foot chase and subsequent shooting.
Two Managers Arrested for Embezzling Thousands from Santa Rosa Restaurant
Two managers at a Santa Rosa restaurant were arrested this week after allegedly embezzling thousands of dollars by voiding cash transactions, according to police.
Union County Duo Arrested for Stealing Over $250,000
Two Union County residents are facing multiple charges, including theft and conspiracy to commit theft, after allegedly stealing more than $250,000 from an acquaintance over the course of two years.
Second Suspect Arrested in Fatal Shooting of Felita Bailey
Nearly seven months after Felita Bailey was fatally shot in the early hours of August 31, 2024, authorities have arrested a second suspect in her murder.
Homicide Suspect Arrested After Being Recognized at Gas Station
A man wanted for homicide was arrested on March 12 after Clarkston police officers recognized him from a Be On the Lookout (BOLO) alert.
Acworth Man Found Guilty of Domestic Violence in Cherokee County
Jonathon Bailey Panter, a 26-year-old man from Acworth, was convicted on multiple domestic violence charges following a four-day trial in Cherokee County. On March 13, 2024, a jury found Panter guilty of family violence aggravated battery and two counts of family violence aggravated assault, related to a series of assaults that occurred between February 13 and February 18, 2024, at a residence where he lived with the victim.
27 Arrested in Arkansas for Drug Trafficking and Money Laundering
A significant law enforcement operation in central Arkansas led to the arrest of 27 individuals on drug trafficking and money laundering charges on Tuesday. Federal and state authorities executed the arrests, targeting a drug organization allegedly responsible for distributing large quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine across the region.
Atlanta Drug Raid Seizes Firearms, Drugs, and Leads to Three Arrests
A major drug raid executed by the Atlanta Proactive Enforcement and Interdiction (APEX) Unit on March 13 resulted in the seizure of illegal narcotics and firearms, along with the arrest of three suspects. Officers raided a residence on Clarissa Drive NW, where they discovered a variety of illicit substances, including 1,289 grams of marijuana, 118 milliliters of promethazine, 36 grams of Xanax, 30 grams of MDMA, 14 grams of Adderall, and 34 grams of counterfeit M30 pills.
Henderson Man Arrested in January Homicide Case
Authorities have arrested 19-year-old Deon Linshawn Bullock in connection to the January 11 homicide of Donnie Allen Ayscue in Henderson, North Carolina. Bullock was taken into custody around 10:30 a.m. with the assistance of the State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) and the Henderson Police Department.
Rosa Harwell, Tampa Prep Teacher, Faces Charges for Embezzling $75K
TAMPA, Fla. – Rosa Harwell, a 47-year-old math teacher at Tampa Preparatory School, has been charged with embezzling nearly $75,000 from her second job at Alessi Bakery over the past five years.
Lashae Moore Arrested in New Haven’s First Homicide of 2025
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – New Haven police have made an arrest in the city’s first homicide of 2025. Lashae Moore, 21, from New Haven, was arrested on Tuesday and charged in connection with the January 19 death of 26-year-old Raviteja Koyyada, a resident of Hamden.
Gregory Grant Pleads Guilty to Methamphetamine Trafficking in New Haven
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) – Gregory Grant, a 34-year-old New Haven man, pleaded guilty on Wednesday to his involvement in a methamphetamine trafficking operation, according to the Department of Justice.
Three Arrested in Murder of Torrance Deveroex in Irving, Texas
IRVING, Texas – Irving police have made three arrests in the murder case of Torrance Deveroex, which was highlighted earlier this month in FOX 4’s Trackdown series.
Broderick Butler Arrested in Connection to March 2025 Shooting in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, LA – The New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) has arrested Broderick Butler, a 25-year-old Black male, in connection with the attempted second-degree murder of a man in the Sixth District on March 5, 2025.
John Maurice Anderson Sentenced to Over 10 Years for Drug Trafficking
HAMPTON, SC – John Maurice Anderson, 40, of Hampton, has been sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison for his role in a conspiracy to distribute high-potency methamphetamine and fentanyl, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of South Carolina announced Friday.
Southfield Man Sentenced to 8 Years for Unemployment Fraud Scheme
SOUTHFIELD, MI – Kenny Lee Howard, 32, of Southfield, Michigan, has been sentenced to nearly eight years in prison for his role in a scheme to defraud state unemployment insurance agencies during the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan announced Thursday.
Dominican Republic Citizen Arrested in Philadelphia for Reentry After Deportation
PHILADELPHIA – Virginia Basora-Gonzalez, a 36-year-old citizen of the Dominican Republic, was arrested on March 12, 2025, in Philadelphia as part of a joint operation led by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), the U.S. Marshals Service, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF).
Former U.S. Marine Pleads Guilty to Fraudulent Purple Heart Claim
BOSTON, MA – Paul John Herbert, a 54-year-old former U.S. Marine from Shelburne Falls, Massachusetts, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to submitting false statements to the Marine Corps in an attempt to obtain a Purple Heart that he did not deserve.
Miguel & Omar Treviño Morales Arraigned on Cartel Charges
Two former leaders of the Los Zetas cartel, Miguel Treviño Morales (52) and Omar Treviño Morales (48), were arraigned in Washington, D.C., on serious charges including operating a continuing criminal enterprise. The charges encompass drug trafficking, murder conspiracies, firearms offenses, and money laundering, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Jaquari Hezakiyah Porter Charged with Murder in New Mexico
Jaquari Hezakiyah Porter, 24, of Georgia, has been charged with murder in Indian Country following a fatal shooting that occurred at a New Mexico gas station, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced on March 14.
John Thomas White Arrested for Stolen Vehicle, Drugs, and Gun Possession
WALDORF, Md. – A 20-year-old man from Hyattsville, John Thomas White III, was arrested on March 11 following an attempted traffic stop in Waldorf, Maryland. Officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Promenade Place near Aldergate Place at approximately 10:44 p.m.
Jorge Echeverri Indicted for Social Security Fraud, Passport Fraud
GREENBELT, Md. – A federal grand jury has indicted 73-year-old Jorge Echeverri from Port Tobacco, Maryland, on charges including theft of government property, passport fraud, false statements, Social Security misuse, and false citizenship claims.
