Myron Rawls Among 23 Charged in Bulloch Tax Fraud Case
Federal officials have charged 23 people, including 20 from Bulloch County, in a large tax fraud case. The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Georgia said the charges are part of a long investigation into fake tax returns.
Dirk Nowitzki’s Personal Troubles Amid Playoff Struggles
May has not been easy for Dirk Nowitzki. After leading the Dallas Mavericks to a big first-round win in the playoffs, the team is now down 2-0 to the Denver Nuggets in the second round. On top of that, Dirk is facing problems off the court.
Court Orders Arrest Report Submission for Sheikh Hasina, Family
A Dhaka court has set May 12 as the new deadline for submitting reports on the execution of arrest warrants against 53 individuals, including former Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, her sister Sheikh Rehana, and her niece Tulip Siddiq. The arrest warrants were issued in connection with separate cases related to alleged irregularities in acquiring plots within the RAJUK Purbachal New Town project.
Businessman Raymond Ofomala Accused of Defrauding Finnish Retiree
Raymond Ofomala, a 36-year-old businessman, has appeared before an Accra Circuit Court, facing charges of defrauding a Finnish retiree, Marianne Kertain Elisabet Westerholm, of GH¢204,115.21. Ofomala allegedly posed as a lawyer and prosecutor who could recover Westerholm’s funds lost to a romance scam, but instead defrauded her.
Two Suspects Arrested for Murder of Herdsman in Oti Region
The Katanga District Police Command in the Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region has arrested two suspects, Solomon Anibra, 24, and Lucas Kwasi, 22, in connection with the murder of a male adult herdsman.
Two Nigerians Arrested for Human Trafficking and Prostitution in Ghana
Two Nigerian nationals, Chidemma Nweke, 24, also known as Mama, and Mercy Francis, 27, a trader, have been charged with human trafficking for allegedly trafficking three individuals from Nigeria to Ghana under the pretense of providing them with jobs, only to force them into prostitution.
Second Arrest Made in Theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s Purse
Law enforcement authorities have made a second arrest in connection with the theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s purse, which occurred at a Washington, D.C., restaurant last Sunday. The arrest was made in South Florida, where the suspect, implicated in a series of robberies, was apprehended with the assistance of the Miami Beach Police Department and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Modesto Man Sentenced to 180 Years for Attempted Murder of Officer
Jesse Brooks, a 45-year-old Modesto man, has been sentenced to 180 years to life in prison after being convicted of premeditated attempted murder of a police officer, among other charges. The sentence was handed down by Superior Court Judge Robert Westbrook following Brooks’ conviction on February 5, 2025, for three counts of premeditated attempted murder, three counts of assault with a firearm, and felony possession of a firearm and ammunition. Additional allegations included a gun enhancement, which involved Brooks discharging a firearm that resulted in serious injury to a police officer.
Kenner Man Arrested for Stealing Bank Cards and Cash from Unlocked Car
A Kenner man, Henry Torres, 25, was arrested on Friday after allegedly stealing a Louis Vuitton bag containing bank cards and cash from an unlocked car parked at a business on Williams Boulevard.
Palm Tran Employee Dario Zurita Arrested for Grand Theft
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A Palm Tran employee, identified as Revenue Supervisor Dario Zurita, was arrested on Thursday for grand theft after he allegedly stole $2,500 from the company’s vault.
Former Vidor HR Director Jennifer Phillips Arrested for Theft
VIDOR, Texas — Jennifer Lynn Phillips, the former Human Resources Director for the City of Vidor, was arrested on Friday and indicted this week on a felony theft charge, according to the Orange County District Attorney’s Office.
West Palm Beach Teen Brian Rosado Arrested for Fentanyl-Laced Marijuana
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (CBS12) — An 18-year-old from West Palm Beach was arrested after a traffic stop led to the discovery of marijuana laced with fentanyl.
Florida Club Owner Ioannis Pahoumis Found Guilty in Trafficking Ring
TAMPA, Fla. (CBS12) — Ioannis Pahoumis, a Florida club owner, was convicted on multiple charges related to his involvement in an organized drug and human trafficking ring.
Broward Deputy David Powell Arrested for Domestic Battery and Aggravated Battery
DANIA BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A detention deputy with the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) has been arrested for aggravated battery and domestic battery following a violent domestic disturbance in Dania Beach.
Riviera Beach Man Jarel Howard Arrested After Drug and Gun Seizure
RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A 20-year-old man was arrested on Thursday after local and federal authorities discovered multiple illegal firearms and narcotics during a search of a home in Riviera Beach.
Kenneth Paulter Arrested for Killing Wife Due to Caregiver Exhaustion
FENTON, Mo. (WKRC) — A 73-year-old man has been arrested and charged with first-degree murder after allegedly shooting and killing his wife. The incident occurred in Jefferson County, with Kenneth Paulter reportedly telling deputies that he was “exhausted” from taking care of his wife, Karen, who had mental health issues.
Eric Hayes Sentenced to 14 Years for Gang-Related Violence in Connecticut
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. (CBS12) — Eric Hayes, 28, also known as “Heavyweight Champ,” was sentenced to nearly 14 years in federal prison for his involvement in gang-related violence, including the murder of one man and the attempted murder of another, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut announced on Friday.
Jamal Thomas Sentenced for Murder of Miles Armstead
OAKLAND, Calif. — In an emotionally charged courtroom Friday, Melina Armstead stood just feet away from Jamal Thomas — the man convicted of murdering her husband — and delivered a powerful message: “Remember us, Jamal, every single day for the rest of your life.”
Paata Kochyashvili, Others Charged in Woodland Hills Murder
WOODLAND HILLS, LOS ANGELES (KABC) — Three suspects have been arrested and charged with murder in connection to a violent home invasion robbery that left a man dead in Woodland Hills, the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed.
Cecil Toland Charged in Schenectady Homicide
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. — A 19-year-old Schenectady man has been arrested and charged in connection with a fatal shooting on Van Vranken Avenue, authorities confirmed Sunday.
Shanetta Bossell Charged with Murder of Kansas City Paramedic Graham Hoffman
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A woman is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly stabbing and killing a Kansas City firefighter-paramedic who was attempting to help her during a medical emergency.
Salman Ahmed Arrested in Connection with South Salt Lake Homicide
SOUTH SALT LAKE — A 21-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that took place late Saturday night in South Salt Lake.
Rockingham County Man Arrested for Attempted Murder in Bethany Stabbing
ROCKINGHAM COUNTY, N.C. — A man is in custody following a violent domestic stabbing that left two women hospitalized, one in critical condition, in the Bethany community of Rockingham County.
Two Arrested in Fraudulent Sale of Semi-Trailer in Cameron
CAMERON, N.C. — The Moore County Sheriff’s Office has arrested two men following an investigation into the fraudulent sale of a semi-trailer in the Cameron area.
Moore County Vape Store Bust Leads to Multiple Arrests and Drug Seizures
Four individuals have been arrested following a multi-agency investigation into illegal activity at vape stores across Moore County. The operation, which began on January 30, 2025, involved multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Robbins, Southern Pines, Aberdeen, and Pinebluff police departments, as well as the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE), the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF), and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI).
Zachary Simmons Arrested for Intentional Child Abuse in Madison
Zachary Shawn Simmons, a 26-year-old man from Madison, N.C., has been arrested and charged with Intentional Child Abuse Causing Serious Bodily Injury after an investigation into severe injuries sustained by an infant.
Melissa McDonald and Carmen Manzanares Arrested for Drug Charges in Fredericksburg
A months-long investigation by the Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division culminated in the arrest of two women on April 24, 2025, following a drug bust in Fredericksburg, Texas.
ICE Arrests Dominican National Daniel Encarnacion-Sanchez in Boston
BOSTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents arrested 20-year-old Daniel Encarnacion-Sanchez, a Dominican national, on February 7, 2025, after he was charged with drug trafficking crimes and assaulting a police officer.
Raleigh Arrests Two Men, Seizes Guns and Marijuana
RALEIGH — Authorities recently arrested two men in Raleigh after seizing nearly 11 pounds of marijuana, cash, and multiple firearms during a drug investigation.
Fredericksburg Pair Arrested After Stolen Property Recovered
FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — A recent investigation into a string of thefts and burglaries in Fredericksburg led to the arrest of two individuals and the recovery of a significant amount of stolen property.
Rebecca Auborn to Stand Trial for Alleged Drugging and Killings
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Update: The trial hearing for Rebecca Auborn has been canceled and rescheduled for May 20, 2025.
Hays County Officer Arrested for Sexual Misconduct with Inmate
SAN MARCOS, Texas — A Hays County corrections officer has been arrested after allegations surfaced involving sexual misconduct with an inmate. John Duran, a corrections officer with the Hays County Sheriff’s Office, was taken into custody on Thursday following an internal report from an inmate.
Baton Rouge Cocaine Trafficker Alvin Betts Arrested After Investigation
BATON ROUGE, La. — Alvin Betts, 53, has been arrested after a comprehensive investigation into his alleged cocaine trafficking activities in the Baton Rouge area. The investigation, conducted by the East Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Office (EBRSO) in cooperation with the DEA, culminated in Betts’ arrest and the seizure of substantial quantities of illegal substances and firearms.
Three Men Arrested in Priceville on Drug and Firearm Charges
PRICEVILLE, Ala. — Three men were arrested early Sunday morning after a traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs and firearms, according to the Priceville Police Department (PPD).
Ponzi Scheme Operator Sentenced to 7 Years for Fraud and Money Laundering
BETHLEHEM, Free State — A 41-year-old man, Caleb Ntuli, was sentenced to seven years in prison for his role in running a Ponzi scheme through his investment business, Tshwaranang Stokvel, the Bethlehem Commercial Crimes Court ruled on Thursday.
Poughkeepsie Man Arrested on Drug Charges After Traffic Stop
POUGHKEEPSIE, NY — A 24-year-old man from Poughkeepsie was arrested on April 23, 2025, following a traffic stop in which authorities seized illegal narcotics.
Five Men Arrested in Connection with Sinaloa Cartel-Linked Drug Operation in West Tennessee
JACKSON, Tenn. — A two-year investigation into a major drug trafficking operation connected to the Sinaloa cartel led to the arrest of five men in West Tennessee, authorities announced. The Department of Justice (DOJ) revealed that the suspects were involved in distributing fentanyl, methamphetamine, and marijuana throughout Memphis, McNairy County, and other areas in West Tennessee between April 2023 and March 2025.
Memphis Shooting Spree Leaves Three Wounded, Suspect Arrested After 20-Minute Crime Wave
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A shooting spree across Memphis on Saturday afternoon resulted in three people injured and left residents scrambling for safety. The Memphis Police Department (MPD) reported that the chaotic events unfolded in just 20 minutes, beginning at 12:03 p.m. on April 26, when officers responded to a shooting in the 3600 block of Faxon Avenue.
Memphis Woman Sentenced to 14 Months in Prison for Healthcare Fraud and COVID-19 Relief Program Scam
MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Nakita Cannady, a Memphis woman, was sentenced to 14 months in federal prison for her role in healthcare fraud and for defrauding the COVID-19 Relief Program, as announced by the Department of Justice (DOJ).
Saratoga County Woman Arrested for Drug Possession After Suspicious Incident at Dunkin’ Donuts
BALLSTON SPA, NY — Maigan W. Richardson, a 36-year-old woman from Ballston Spa, was arrested on Sunday by the Saratoga County Sheriff’s Office after being detained by Ballston Spa Police on warrants from both the Sheriff’s Office and New York State Police.
