Tomasa Martinez Leon Busted in Newark ID Theft Scam
Newark residents are breathing easier after local police arrested a Hayward woman accused of orchestrating an elaborate identity theft and mail fraud operation.
Ravi Amanaganti Charged in $150K Elder Fraud Scheme
An Edmond, Oklahoma man is facing serious charges after allegedly scamming an elderly man from Lamar out of $150,000 by pretending to be a government official.
Rob Bonta Charges 2 in $1M Pizza Franchise Fraud
OAKLAND – July 14, 2025 — California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced the arrest and arraignment of two individuals accused of orchestrating a complex $1 million fraud scheme involving fake pizza restaurant franchises and bogus stock options.
Willie Perry and Devonte Dawkins Arrested for $1M Fraud
MYRTLE BEACH, South Carolina — Two men were arrested and charged with more than one million dollars in fraud after police suspected them of using marijuana near a Myrtle Beach hotel.
Leardio Rice Sentenced for Fentanyl and Meth Charges
MYRTLE BEACH, South Carolina — On July 8, Leardio Dante Rice, 48, pleaded guilty and was sentenced for drug-related charges, according to Fifteenth Circuit Solicitor Jimmy Richardson.
Takeyshia Lucas Arrested for Firearm Incident in Darlington
DARLINGTON COUNTY, South Carolina — On May 17, deputies responded to a verbal dispute between two people near North Marquis Highway in the Hartsville area of Darlington County.
59 Vietnamese Arrested in Golden Triangle Gold Scam
Fifty-nine Vietnamese nationals were arrested in the Golden Triangle area for running a huge scam that promised victims 24 percent daily returns by investing in a fake gold trading platform called ATFX.
Liberia Police Arrest Suspects in Fake Scholarship Scam
Monrovia, Liberia — On July 15, 2025, the Liberia National Police arrested several people accused of running a fake scholarship scam using Vice President Jeremiah Koung’s name. The scam promised scholarships, including study opportunities in Canada, to trick Liberians into paying money.
Vietnam health officials charged in $3M bribery scandal
Vietnam’s Ministry of Public Security has charged 18 people, including senior health officials, in a bribery and forgery case involving over 10,000 fake product-registration certificates worth more than VND75 billion (about $3 million).
U.S. Attorney Kehoe Unveils Tampa ‘Glock Boys’ Gang Indictment
TAMPA — Nineteen individuals tied to two separate investigations in Tampa and Lakeland have been federally indicted on charges including gang violence, identity fraud, and drug trafficking, announced U.S. Attorney Gregory Kehoe.
Cesar Camos Reyes Sought After Major Alabama Fraud, Drug Raid
ALABAMA — Federal agents launched coordinated raids across six counties in east and central Alabama as part of a sweeping investigation into fraud, drug trafficking, and immigration violations. The operation follows a federal indictment against Cesar Camos Reyes, who remains at large and is now considered a fugitive.
John Washburn Pleads Guilty in Undocumented Worker Hiring Case
CALIFORNIA — The U.S. Department of Justice announced that John Washburn, 57, of El Cajon, pleaded guilty on June 18 to knowingly hiring undocumented immigrants while serving as general manager of San Diego Powder & Protective Coatings.
Jose Antonio Ramirez Arrested in Hesperia Fatal Shooting
HESPERIA, CA — A late-night shooting in Hesperia on Monday, June 23, 2025, left one woman dead and another targeted. Authorities say Jose Antonio Ramirez is in custody for the fatal shooting of Jasmine Keohi and for allegedly firing at a second, unidentified victim.
Victor Cruz Pleads Guilty in $25M Fraudulent Tax Refund Scheme
CALIFORNIA — Victor Cruz, a 40-year-old tax preparer from Bakersfield, pleaded guilty Monday to participating in a massive scheme to file fraudulent federal income tax returns that falsely claimed $25 million in refunds, the U.S. Justice Department announced.
Ayman Alaaraj, Ahmad Nassar Charged in $794K Bank Fraud Scheme
CALIFORNIA — A federal indictment unsealed on June 17 charges Ayman Alaaraj, 48, of Sacramento, and Ahmad Nassar, 38, of Elk Grove, with operating a sophisticated scheme to defraud elderly victims of over $794,000 through bank fraud and identity theft.
12 Indicted in Federal Meth Trafficking Bust in Warren County, Tenn.
MCMINNVILLE, Tenn. — Twelve individuals have been federally indicted following a major undercover drug operation led by the Warren County Sheriff’s Office and allied agencies targeting a large methamphetamine trafficking network.
Fayette County Residents Arrested After Drug Raid; Deputy Injured
DUNKARD TOWNSHIP, PA — Two Fayette County residents were arrested Friday night following a joint investigation by the Greene County Sheriff’s Office and district attorney’s office into suspected drug activity involving an RV.
Darryl Humphrey Faces Federal Charges After Major Nashville Drug Bust
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Darryl Humphrey, a convicted felon, now faces serious federal charges following a significant drug bust in Nashville last month, the Department of Justice reported.
13 Charged in Yakima Valley Drug Bust Led by DEA’s Operation Overdrive
TOPPENISH, Wash. — Thirteen individuals have been charged with drug-related offenses following a months-long investigation in Yakima Valley, officials announced at a press conference on Monday.
Grand Juror Jessica Leslie Pleads Guilty in Karen Read Case Leak
BOSTON — A woman who served on the grand jury during the high-profile investigation into Karen Read has agreed to plead guilty to a federal charge of criminal contempt after leaking confidential information from the sealed proceedings, according to court documents filed Tuesday.
Jut Kopa Arrested in Greensboro for Mother’s Murder
GREENSBORO, N.C. — A man accused of killing his mother was arrested Monday after police found her dead in their Greensboro home during a welfare check.
Joseph Christmas Charged in Columbia Fentanyl Trafficking Case
COLUMBIA, Mo. — A Columbia man has been charged with drug trafficking after deputies found fentanyl in his possession during an arrest late Tuesday night.
Darius McGrew Charged in Fatal Shooting of 12-Year-Old in Cincinnati
CINCINNATI, Ohio — A 31-year-old man is facing murder charges in connection with the tragic shooting death of a 12-year-old boy over the weekend.
Malique Johnson Charged in Cedar Rapids Party Stabbing
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A 26-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with a stabbing that injured multiple people during a party Sunday night.
Jason Erne Arrested for Drunk Driving at 100 MPH in Marshall County
MARSHALL COUNTY, Iowa — A man was arrested Saturday evening after deputies caught him speeding at 100 miles per hour while driving under the influence in Marshall County.
Samantha Watts and Children Sentenced in Corey Soles Murder Case
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. — A woman and her children involved in the deadly missing person investigation of Corey Soles have been sentenced following guilty pleas and convictions in court Monday.
Teacher Dominic Hunter Arrested Over 2015 Student Abuse Allegation
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Dominic Jrael Hunter, a Cumberland County teacher, was arrested Tuesday on charges related to an incident from nearly 10 years ago involving a minor student, according to a warrant filed by the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office.
Xerxes Shevar Sentenced for $10M Tax Refund Wire Fraud Conspiracy
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Xerxes Shevar, 57, pleaded guilty and was sentenced on July 10, 2025, in federal court to three years of probation and ordered to pay $290,000 in restitution for his role in a large-scale wire fraud conspiracy, Acting U.S. Attorney Troy Rivetti announced.
Antonio Riano Sentenced for 2004 Hamilton Bar Murder
HAMILTON, Ohio — Antonio Riano, 63, was sentenced Monday to 18 years to life after being found guilty of murdering 25-year-old Benjamin Becerra in December 2004 outside the Round House Bar in Hamilton.
Jeremy Zaloun Indicted for Chicago Mail Theft and Burglary
CHICAGO, Ill. — A Chicago man, Jeremy Zaloun, 50, has been charged in connection with multiple mail thefts and burglaries that occurred in the Loop and North Side neighborhoods starting in 2024, authorities said.
Kenneth D. Westfall Arrested for Vehicle Theft in Dodgeville
DODGEVILLE, Wis. — A 33-year-old man was arrested Monday following the theft of a vehicle in Dodgeville, thanks in part to the efforts of a K9 tracking unit, authorities said.
Jeffrey Cruickshank Charged in Las Cruces Stabbing Case
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) — A Las Cruces man, Jeffrey L. Cruickshank, 40, has been arrested and charged in connection with a violent stabbing incident that occurred on June 14, 2025.
Joseph Hood Charged in Benson Chainsaw Theft, Sale
BENSON, N.C. — A Warsaw man is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing a chainsaw and selling it just minutes later.
Newton Man Arrested for Copper Theft in Evadale, Texas
EVADALE, Texas — A Newton man is behind bars after being accused of stealing copper from power poles in Evadale, according to the Jasper County Sheriff’s Department.
Artur Amirbekov Arrested in Phuket for Assault, Theft
PHUKET – Police in Phuket arrested a 41-year-old Uzbek national, Artur Amirbekov, on Monday, July 14, on suspicion of assaulting his girlfriend and stealing her belongings.
Sarnia Police Arrest Woman in $126K Drug Bust
SARNIA – On Tuesday morning, Sarnia police arrested a 60-year-old woman from the 700 block of Alexander Street after seizing street drugs valued at $126,692.
Rap Label Leader Jornell Keelen Arrested in Baton Rouge Drug Bust
EAST BATON ROUGE PARISH, La. (WAFB) – Jornell Keelen, 31, the leader of a local rap label, was among several individuals arrested during a large-scale drug bust in East Baton Rouge Parish, deputies confirmed.
William Daniel Rogers Arrested in Major Rankin County Drug Bust
RANKIN COUNTY, MS – On Monday, July 14, a coordinated investigation between Rankin County Deputies, Madison Police, and the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN) led to the arrest of William Daniel Rogers, 42, and the seizure of a significant quantity of illegal drugs and firearms.
Patrick Thompson Arrested in Lincoln Drug, Firearm Case
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Patrick Thompson, 32, a man currently on parole, was arrested Monday following a narcotics investigation that led to the discovery of various drugs, a handgun, and a smoke grenade at his Lincoln home.
Austin White Arrested in Glenwood on Drug Charges
GLENWOOD, Iowa – A Council Bluffs man was arrested in Glenwood on Tuesday on multiple charges related to drugs and driving violations.
Miranda McVay, Carleton Raines Charged with Child Neglect in Dunbar
DUNBAR, W.Va. — Miranda McVay, 41, and Carleton Raines, 47, both of Dunbar, have been arrested and charged with child neglect after police found drugs and a firearm near children in their apartment.
Okaloosa Task Force Arrests Three Men in Fort Walton Beach Drug Bust
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. — The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office Multi-Agency Drug Task Force arrested three men from Fort Walton Beach following a search warrant executed on a home on Tuxedo Drive.
Michael Hicks Arrested in Lenoir County on Gun, Drug Charges
LENOIR COUNTY, N.C. — A traffic stop on Highway 258 North Sunday led to the arrest of 46-year-old Michael Hicks, a convicted felon, on multiple gun and drug charges.
