Billy Richmond Jr. of The Wing Guru Indicted for Theft and Tax Fraud
MEMPHIS, TN — Billy Richmond Jr., the owner of Memphis-based wing franchise The Wing Guru, has been arrested and indicted on charges of theft and tax fraud. Court records show that Richmond is facing one count of theft of property over $250,000 and two counts of falsifying state revenue/tax records. His bail has been set at $50,000.
Two Arrested in Thanh Hoa for Facebook Impersonation Scam
The Criminal Police Department of Thanh Hoa Provincial Police has arrested two individuals accused of using fake Facebook accounts to impersonate relatives of their victims, ultimately defrauding them of nearly 1.5 billion VND (approximately 60,000 USD).
Five Arrested in Mpumalanga for Defrauding Capitec Bank of R2 Million
Five alleged members of a criminal syndicate have been arrested for defrauding Capitec Bank of over R2 million through fraudulent loan applications. The suspects, Christopher Mduduzi Zelani (36), Eric Khumalo (53), Mthobisi Mahlobo (32), Austin Mabuza (27), and Zithobile Mango (41), appeared in the Emalahleni Magistrates’ Court this week after being apprehended during a sting operation conducted by the Provincial Commercial Crime Investigation Unit.
Eastern Cape Farmer Arrested for Burning Harvester in R700,000 Insurance Scam
A 56-year-old Eastern Cape farmer, Johannes Conraard Muller, has been arrested after a decade-long investigation into an insurance fraud case. Muller is accused of deliberately setting his own grain harvester on fire to fraudulently claim R700,000 in insurance.
Tampa Man Arrested for Stealing $20,000 in Gold Bars
A 33-year-old man, Vitalijs Apetenoks, has been arrested in New Jersey for stealing over $20,000 worth of gold bars in Tampa. Authorities from the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) say the theft occurred more than two weeks ago, on March 6.
Arcata Man Arrested for Stealing Alcohol and Drugs Found During Search
A 38-year-old man from Arcata, Mason Harris, was arrested after being accused of stealing alcohol and clothing from a store near the CVS Pharmacy on Central Avenue in McKinleyville. Harris was identified as the suspect based on a matching description provided by witnesses.
Cibolo Police Arrest Daniel Avila in Connection with Mailbox Thefts
Cibolo, Texas – Cibolo Police have arrested Daniel Avila, 40, of San Antonio, in connection with a series of community mailbox thefts. Authorities issued 31 arrest warrants for Avila, who is believed to be responsible for break-ins at 16 community mailboxes.
Elmira Man Arrested for Burglary and Property Theft
Elmira, N.Y. – Brandon Fuller, 33, was arrested on March 27 following an investigation into a burglary in Horseheads, conducted by New York State Police and the Chemung County Sheriff’s Office.
Mother and Daughter Indicted on Welfare Fraud and Grand Larceny Charges
Horseheads, N.Y. — Shari D. Degraw, 55, and Alexandria C. Degraw, 22, both of Horseheads, have been indicted on grand larceny and welfare fraud charges following an investigation into fraudulent SNAP (Food Stamp) benefit claims.
Alejandro Armstrong to Receive Life Sentence for Killing Homeless Man
In a Redding courtroom, Alejandro Armstrong, 22, is set to receive a life sentence for the 2021 murder of Karl Lee Bernardo, a 50-year-old homeless man. Armstrong pleaded no contest to killing Bernardo, who was asleep inside his tent on October 19, 2021.
Oscar Rocael Cruz-Ramos & Yamileth Rodas-Larios Arrested in Drug Bust
In an ongoing investigation into a Guatemala-based drug trafficking operation, two individuals were arrested in Eureka, California. The Humboldt County Drug Task Force (HCDTF) reported that 29-year-old Oscar Rocael Cruz-Ramos was identified as a key narcotics trafficker, and 26-year-old Yamileth Rodas-Larios was his accomplice.
Ilya Kukhar Charged for Impersonating ICE Agent in Fife, Wash
A 26-year-old Washington resident, Ilya Kukhar, has been charged with criminal impersonation for allegedly posing as an ICE agent outside a Ukrainian grocery store in Fife, Washington. The charge, a gross misdemeanor, follows a March 16 incident where Kukhar drove a Ford SUV marked with “ICE” and a pseudo-seal of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Janna Robinson Arrested for Stealing $10,000 in Jewelry from Elderly Client
Janna Robinson, a 53-year-old woman from Rock Island, is being held in the Scott County Jail after allegedly stealing over $10,000 worth of jewelry from an elderly person she was hired to care for. Robinson faces felony charges of dependent adult abuse and theft after taking multiple jewelry items without the victim’s consent.
Melvin Toraya Arrested After Human Smuggling Chase in Laredo, Texas
A human smuggling chase in Laredo ended with the arrest of Melvin Toraya, a man with prior smuggling charges, after he attempted to evade Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers on March 6. The incident unfolded when a DPS Trooper attempted to stop a Lincoln SUV suspected of transporting undocumented migrants.
Kristopher Callins Arrested for ATM Burglary in Altus, Texas
Kristopher Callins, 29, was arrested in the early hours of April 1 in Altus after allegedly attempting to break into an ATM with an acetylene torch. Altus police responded to the scene at 4:15 a.m. after a reported burglary on the 1600 block of N. Main St. Upon arrival, police discovered an open door to the ATM entrance and found Callins inside, attempting to cut into the safe.
Donald Wright Arrested for Stealing $16,000 in Shoplifting Spree Across Ohio
Donald Wright, a suspected serial shoplifter, has been arrested after allegedly stealing more than $16,000 from various stores in Ohio. Wright is facing two felony theft charges and one charge for possessing criminal tools, according to the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradley Boulduc Arrested After Armed Robbery Pursuit in Great Falls, Montana
Bradley Boulduc, a suspect in a March 25 armed robbery at the Stadium Sports Bar, was arrested on March 28 after a pursuit that began when officers attempted to detain him at 10th Ave S and 9th St S in Great Falls. Boulduc evaded capture by fleeing in a vehicle, prompting a high-speed chase that ended south of the city on Overlook Dr.
Ex-ICE Officer Andrew Golobic Sentenced to 12 Years for Abuse of Authority
Andrew Golobic, a former U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer, was sentenced to 12 years in prison on Monday after being convicted for violating the rights of a woman he supervised as part of a government program. Golobic, 53, will also be required to register as a sex offender upon his release and will be under supervised release for an additional 25 years.
Two Arrested in Bennettsville Drug Bust; Facing Multiple Charges
A traffic stop in Bennettsville, South Carolina led to the arrest of two individuals on drug-related charges. According to Marlboro County Chief Deputy Larry Turner, an officer observed a suspicious exchange between a man and the driver of a parked car in front of a business.
Quentin Raymar Price Arrested for Fentanyl Trafficking in Horry County
A 31-year-old man, Quentin Raymar Price, was arrested in Horry County on Wednesday and charged with three counts of fentanyl trafficking, according to booking records.
Former Conway Nurse Arrested for Violating Drug Distribution Laws
A former nurse from Conway Medical Center has been arrested and charged with violating drug distribution laws after falsifying records regarding oxycodone administration.
Samir Khalil Dixon Granted Bond After Four Years in Jail for Murder
A Dillon man who has been incarcerated for over four years awaiting trial for murder has been granted bond. Samir Khalil Dixon, 22, faces a charge of murder in the 2020 death of 21-year-old Chiffon Wells.
Nicole Marra and Michael Falardeau Arrested in High River Trailer Theft
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the theft of a utility trailer in High River. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) responded to the theft on March 21 after a local business reported the trailer, valued at $32,000, had been stolen.
Denise Guyette Sentenced to 11 Years for Role in Multistate Drug Trafficking
A Rhode Island woman, Denise Guyette, has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for her involvement in a multistate drug trafficking operation. The conspiracy, which spanned across Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and other states, involved the distribution of fentanyl pills, methamphetamine, and cocaine.
Kansas City Man Pleads Guilty to Drug and Firearm Charges After Seizing Meth, Fentanyl, and Weapons
A Mexican national residing in Kansas City, Roberto Rosales Gonzales, pleaded guilty to federal drug and firearm charges after law enforcement found a significant stash of drugs and weapons in his home. Gonzales, 24, admitted to possessing over a kilogram of methamphetamine and multiple firearms in furtherance of a drug trafficking operation.
Two Face Federal Charges in Deadly Human Smuggling Attempt in McAllen
A Mexican national and a Roma teenager are facing federal charges in connection with a human smuggling attempt that tragically led to the deaths of two individuals, including a 14-year-old child, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas announced on April 1, 2025.
Former Charity Official Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Nearly $690,000 from St. Louis-Based Organization
A former official of a St. Louis-based charity supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities has pleaded guilty to embezzling nearly $690,000 over the course of more than a decade, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri announced on April 1, 2025.
Former Wayne City Police Chief Anson Fenton Pleads Guilty to Federal Charges
Anson Fenton, the former police chief of Wayne City, Illinois, admitted to federal charges on April 1 for illegally selling motorcycles seized by his department and keeping the proceeds for his personal benefit. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois revealed that Fenton, 46, of Belle Rive, pled guilty to one count of misapplication of property from federally funded programs and one count of interstate transportation of stolen property.
Randy and Chad Miller Arrested for Defrauding Investors in Legacy Park Scheme
Randy Miller, 70, and his son Chad Miller, 41, both of Phoenix, were arrested Tuesday for allegedly defrauding investors out of more than $280 million. The father and son duo are accused of orchestrating a complex fraud scheme linked to the development of Legacy Park, a sports complex in Mesa, Arizona.
Mount Juliet Man Brian Baker Pleads Guilty to $2 Million Auction Fraud Scheme
Brian Baker, 53, of Mount Juliet, Tennessee, pleaded guilty to wire fraud and money laundering on Tuesday, admitting his involvement in a multi-year fraud scheme that defrauded Dealers Auto Auction Group of more than $2 million. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Tennessee announced the guilty plea, which also implicated Stephanie Louise Baker, 54, of Mount Juliet, and Jerry W. Hutchins, 50, of Dowelltown.
Michigan Man Jardan Donaldson Pleads Guilty to Methamphetamine Trafficking
Jardan Donaldson, 34, of Mount Clemens, Michigan, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to methamphetamine trafficking offenses committed in both West Virginia and Montana. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of West Virginia reported that Donaldson admitted to possessing methamphetamine with the intent to distribute it in Charleston, West Virginia, and in McCone County, Montana.
Donte Demille Hampton Sentenced to 35 Years for Violent Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
Donte Demille Hampton, 38, of Suffolk, Virginia, was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison on Tuesday for his role as the leader of a violent drug trafficking organization (DTO) tied to the Gangster Disciples. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia reported that Hampton and his co-conspirators were involved in the distribution of large quantities of methamphetamine and marijuana throughout the Hampton Roads area.
Adanegbe Gift Osenmwenkhae Pleads Guilty to Laundering $20M in Fraud Proceeds
Adanegbe Gift Osenmwenkhae, 39, of Upper Marlboro, Maryland, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to orchestrating a large-scale conspiracy that laundered more than $20 million in wire fraud proceeds. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland reported that Osenmwenkhae managed a multi-member operation that worked to conceal the origins and movement of fraudulently obtained funds, which impacted at least 15 victims, including government agencies, educational institutions, and private companies.
Three Men Charged in Cocaine Seizure Worth $2.3M in Texas
Three men have been charged after law enforcement seized more than 180 kilograms of cocaine intended for the Houston area and northern states, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas announced on Tuesday.
Greiby Melissa Barcelo-Velasquez Sentenced for Smuggling Undocumented Immigrants
Greiby Melissa Barcelo-Velasquez, a Colombian national, was sentenced to 2 ½ years in federal prison for conspiracy to encourage and induce undocumented immigrants to unlawfully enter the United States. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona announced the sentence on Monday.
Five Alleged Sinaloa Cartel Members Charged in Drug Trafficking Scheme
Five alleged members of a Sinaloa Cartel-linked money laundering network have been charged in federal indictments unsealed Monday, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California. The indictments, returned in September and October 2022, charge Alberto David Benguiat Jimenez, Israel Daniel Paez Vargas, Salvador Diaz Rodriguez, Christopher Ortega-Lomeli, and Christian Noe Amador Valenzuela with drug trafficking and financial crimes.
Joel David Fonseca Flores Sentenced to 32 Years for Fentanyl Distribution
Joel David Fonseca Flores, 45, of Orlando, was sentenced to 32 years in federal prison on March 28 for his role in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy that led to death, drug trafficking, and firearm offenses. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) announced the sentence, highlighting the gravity of the case.
Mac C. Johnson Settles for $100K Over False PPP Loan Claims
Mac C. Johnson, 57, of Newberry, and his company, Mac Johnson & Sons Dumpster, Crane & Demolition, LLC, have agreed to pay $100,000 to resolve allegations of submitting false information in a Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan application. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Florida made the announcement on March 28.
Four Individuals Charged in $4.5M Sweepstakes Fraud Scheme
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Pennsylvania has announced federal charges against four individuals involved in a nationwide fraud scheme that defrauded elderly victims out of more than $4.5 million.
David Izsak Sentenced to 5 Years for $3M Fraud Scheme
David Izsak, 50, a Chicago real estate professional, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for defrauding multiple financial institutions out of more than $3 million, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois announced on Friday.
