Vicky Vien Phung Arrested in Annandale Bank Robbery
ANNANDALE, Va. — A woman from Alexandria is in custody after allegedly robbing a bank in broad daylight in the center of Annandale.
Patrick Vereb Charged in $650K Pet Cremation Scam
HARRISBURG, Pa. (EYT) — Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday has filed charges against Patrick Vereb, the owner of Vereb Funeral Home and Eternity Pet Memorial in Pittsburgh, in connection with a widespread cremation scam that defrauded thousands of pet owners out of more than $650,000.
Michael McClanahan Charged in Cement-Wrapped Body Murder
SUITLAND, Md. — Disturbing new court records reveal that Sherron Turner, a 44-year-old woman found dead and partially encased in cement inside a Suitland apartment, had previously filed a protective order against her boyfriend — the man now accused of her murder.
Chen Tongyong, Jianming Jiang Nabbed in $750K Gold Scam
BARNEGAT, N.J. — Two men are in custody following their arrests in connection with an international scam that led a Barnegat senior citizen to lose nearly $200,000 in gold and nearly fall victim to an additional $550,000 theft, according to local police.
James Butler Sentenced in $15K Fence Scam Case
BALLSTON SPA, N.Y. (NEWS10) — A Schenectady man who admitted to taking money for fencing projects he never completed in Saratoga and Warren Counties has been sentenced to probation.
Ramesh Kris Nathan Convicted in $10M Space Tech Scam
Acting U.S. Attorney Patrick D. Robbins called it “science fiction” after a federal jury convicted Ramesh Kris Nathan for orchestrating a fraudulent scheme involving a fake space technology company. Nathan, 43, was found guilty of six counts of wire fraud and two counts of money laundering following an eight-day trial.
Eldor Mendez-Cabrera Wanted in Luzerne County Drug Ring
HAZLETON, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Authorities in Luzerne County are searching for Eldor Mendez-Cabrera, 38, of Hazleton, in connection with a large-scale drug distribution operation.
Yadram Singh Killed in Schenectady Home Invasion Attempt
SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Police in Schenectady have provided an update in a fatal shooting that occurred during an attempted home invasion on Hamburg Street last week.
Eight Charged in Chatham County Fraud Scheme Targeting Elderly Victim
Eight individuals have been charged in connection with a fraud investigation out of Chatham County, where investigators say they stole approximately $40,000 from an elderly victim.
Shawnta Hopper Among Four Charged in Sham Marriage Scheme for Immigrants
Four women, including Shawnta Hopper of Sicklerville, New Jersey, have been charged for their roles in arranging fraudulent marriages to help undocumented immigrants remain in the United States and collect government benefits.
Keith Reitz Charged in Connection with Drug Delivery Resulting in Death
LYCOMING CO. (WOLF) — A Williamsport man, Keith Reitz, 60, is behind bars facing serious charges after being accused of delivering drugs that resulted in a fatal overdose.
Federico Rosario Sentenced to 24 Years for Drug Distribution Resulting in Teen’s Death
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Federico Rosario, a 30-year-old man from Scranton, has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for his role in a drug distribution that led to the tragic death of a 17-year-old minor.
Cesar Rodrigues Hernandez, 17-Year-Old Arrested in Scranton Gang Kidnapping
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and robbery of a rival gang member in Scranton.
Davere Andre McClain Arrested for Murder of Kevin Cagle in Williamsport
WILLIAMSPORT, LYCOMING CO. (WOLF) — A Williamsport man is behind bars, charged with the murder of 19-year-old Kevin Cagle, whose remains were found in garbage bags off an Interstate 80 overpass.
Sterling Kepp Arrested for Stealing Over $26,000 from Nanticoke Football Club
NANTICOKE, LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — A Nanticoke man is facing felony theft charges after police say he stole thousands of dollars from a local non-profit organization.
Craig Lee Hickson and Rasheeda Kelly Indicted for Meth Trafficking, Firearms Violations
LUZERNE CO. (WOLF) — Two people from Luzerne County are facing serious federal charges for drug trafficking offenses and firearms violations.
Peter Nwachukwu Sentenced to Death for Murder of Gospel Singer Osinachi
ABUJA, NIGERIA — The widower of renowned Nigerian gospel singer Osinachi Nwachukwu has been sentenced to death by hanging for his role in her death three years ago.
Toronto Man Nyah Lapierre Faces Human Trafficking Charges
Peel Regional Police have charged 19-year-old Toronto man Nyah Lapierre with human trafficking and firearm-related offences. The investigation began in April following allegations of a victim involved in the sex trade within the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Newmarket Man Shane Dunn Charged After Multiple Robberies
York Regional Police have charged a 50-year-old Newmarket man after an investigation into multiple robberies in the area. Authorities say the suspect, Shane Dunn, committed two armed robberies in Newmarket on Saturday.
Joseph Schiavone Arrested for Domestic Disturbance in Pen Argyl
Slate Belt Regional Police responded to a residence on Stephen Jackson Road in Pen Argyl just before 11 p.m. on Saturday night following a report of a domestic disturbance. Upon arrival, officers encountered 50-year-old Joseph Schiavone, who was accused of threatening his wife and attempting to harm her.
Scranton Man James Miller Sentenced for $1.5M Wire Fraud Scheme
A Scranton man has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to federal charges of wire fraud. James G. Miller, Jr., 53, was sentenced to 41 months in prison for his involvement in a scheme that transferred over $1.5 million in fraudulently obtained benefits.
Michael Patrylo Accused of Defrauding Lackawanna County
LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — A Florida man is facing serious charges after authorities say he orchestrated a scheme to defraud Lackawanna County by stealing thousands from its Arts and Culture Department.
Stefan-Alin Doleanu Sentenced for SNAP Fraud in Pennsylvania
CUMBERLAND, FRANKLIN, AND YORK COUNTIES, Pa. (WHP) — A Romanian man has been sentenced for his role in a multi-county fraud scheme involving stolen SNAP benefits and electronic card information.
Ashley Usadel, Travis Smart Charged in Infant’s Death
SUNBURY, NORTHUMBERLAND CO. (WOLF) — Two Sunbury residents have been charged in connection with the tragic death of a six-day-old infant, according to local authorities.
Oscar Sosa, 2 Others Charged in Deadly Poconos Airbnb Shooting
LONG POND, MONROE CO. (WOLF) — Authorities have charged three men with homicide after a fatal shooting during a birthday party at an Airbnb in the Poconos, which investigators say is tied to a violent transnational gang.
Andre Powers, Merlyn Campusano Charged in Scranton Drug Bust
SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Two men have been arrested on drug and firearms charges as part of a crackdown on crime in Scranton’s west side, authorities announced.
Jose Ramirez, Anthony Ciccone Charged in Monroe Co. Home Invasions
EAST STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY — Two men were arrested Thursday after a string of home invasions and armed robberies across the Stroudsburg and East Stroudsburg area, according to Stroud Area Regional Police.
Ex-PAC Leader Luthando Mbinda Convicted of Nearly R1M Fraud
CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA — Former Pan Africanist Congress of Azania (PAC) president Luthando Mbinda has been found guilty of fraud involving nearly R1 million in parliamentary funds, the Specialised Commercial Crimes Court in Bellville, Western Cape ruled on Monday.
Gauteng Couple Sentenced to Life for Murder of 93-Year-Old Man
EDENVALE, GAUTENG — A Gauteng couple has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder and robbery of 93-year-old Yetsee Chan, who was brutally assaulted and killed in his Edenvale home.
Tran Hoang Tin, 8 Others Sentenced to Death in Drug Case
Nine individuals, including Tran Hoang Tin, 39, were sentenced to death on Saturday by the Ho Chi Minh City People’s Court for their roles in a major drug trafficking operation that smuggled 91 kilograms of narcotics from Cambodia into Vietnam, using air purifiers and motorbikes to conceal the drugs.
Raheim Clifton Charged in $3.6K Fire Company Theft Case
Raheim Clifton, 30, of Dover, Delaware, was arrested by Delaware State Police in connection to a felony theft investigation involving the Little Creek Volunteer Fire Company.
Nguyen Tien Quang, Vo Phi Son Sentenced to Death in Drug Case
Two men from Gia Lai Province, Nguyen Tien Quang (26) and Vo Phi Son (31), have been sentenced to death by a Ho Chi Minh City court for trafficking over 30 kilograms of ecstasy hidden in coffee machines imported by mail.
Xing Yannank Leads $486K Japan Scam From Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City police have arrested Xing Yannank, 35, and 30 other suspects for running a large-scale online scam that defrauded Japanese victims of over $486,000. The operation involved fake e-commerce platforms and fraudulent cryptocurrency schemes.
Defreitas Convicted on 92 Counts After Drug Trafficking Arrest
On March 11, 2023, Defreitas was arrested at a hotel, marking the beginning of a legal journey that would lead to his conviction on 92 criminal charges. That same day, law enforcement executed search warrants at several of his properties, including his hotel room, trailer in Holbrook, and vehicle used for trafficking drugs. During the searches, officers recovered significant amounts of illegal substances, including cocaine and fentanyl, as well as firearms, drug packaging materials, and equipment for weighing narcotics. They also found numerous hotel room key cards, and bank cards in the names of two overdose victims.
Hempstead Man Arrested for Robbery, Assault in New Cassel Incident
A 32-year-old man from Hempstead was arrested on Monday, April 28, 2025, after assaulting a motorcyclist in New Cassel. The incident occurred around 4:50 p.m. at the intersection of Prospect Avenue and Grand Street. According to detectives, the victim, a 23-year-old male, was stopped at a traffic light when an unknown individual approached him on foot. The subject knocked the victim off his 1995 Harley Davidson motorcycle and then struck him multiple times, causing substantial pain. The attacker proceeded to steal the victim’s cell phone before fleeing the scene.
Kalamazoo Man Arrested After Stealing Car, Colliding with Police Cruisers
31-year-old Christopher Vandenburg of Kalamazoo was arrested early Tuesday morning, facing charges of unlawful driving away of an automobile, after a series of criminal activities in Richland Township. The incident began shortly before 2 a.m. on North 28th Street, where Vandenburg was caught stealing a vehicle. He managed to evade authorities by driving through a fence to leave the property.
Olaniyan Gbenga Amos Sentenced to 63 Years for Investment Fraud
Justice Olusola Adetujoye of the Oyo State High Court in Ibadan convicted Olaniyan Gbenga Amos on Monday, April 28, 2025, sentencing him to 63 years in prison for multiple charges of investment fraud. Amos, 35, was found guilty alongside his company, Detorrid Heritage Investment Limited, following prosecution by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC).
Florida Man Arrested After Attempted Theft at Dick’s Sporting Goods
A Florida man, identified as Lonnie Alexander, was arrested on Monday, April 28, after allegedly attempting to steal thousands of dollars in merchandise from Dick’s Sporting Goods at the Shoppes at River Crossing in Macon, Georgia. The incident occurred just before 5 p.m. when Alexander left the store with nearly $3,000 worth of goods.
FCT Police Bust Car Theft Syndicate, Arrest 8 Suspects
A major car theft syndicate operating within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has been dismantled by the FCT Police Command, leading to the arrest of eight suspects, including a woman who confessed to aiding her husband’s criminal activities.
Grant Callender Faces Attempted Homicide Charges After Shooting Wife
A South Abington Township man, Grant Callender, 59, is facing charges of attempted homicide and other offenses after he allegedly shot his wife multiple times during a domestic altercation on Tuesday night. The incident occurred at their home near Gravel Pond Road and Northern Spy Road in Lackawanna County.
