Michael Mitchell Charged in $3K Scrap Metal Theft
KENLY, N.C. — A Johnston County man is facing felony charges after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of scrap metal from a property on Pollock Road.
Gary Flash Arrested in Multi-State Lottery Scam Targeting Seniors
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. — Gary Hugh Flash, 27, of Fort Lauderdale, has been arrested and charged in connection with a multi-state lottery scam that defrauded senior citizens out of hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Song Jin-ho Arrested for Fraud Over ‘Miracle City’ Scam
SEOUL — Song Jin-ho, who ran as an independent candidate with number 8 in the 21st presidential election, has been arrested on charges of fraud, police announced on the 21st.
Abraham Kimeli Arrested for Scamming Kenyan Woman in Lebanon
NAIROBI — Detectives from Kenya’s Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested Abraham Kimeli, who allegedly posed as the personal assistant to Head of Public Service Felix Koskei to con a Kenyan woman working in Lebanon.
Mario Bejarano Arrested in $56K Pima County Retail Theft
TUCSON, Ariz. — The Tucson Police Department has arrested 48-year-old Mario Bejarano in connection with a series of organized retail thefts involving Home Depot and Lowes stores across Pima County.
Kahlil Howard Gets 55 Years for 2017 Armed Robbery, Shooting
DONALDSONVILLE, La. — A Donaldsonville man, Kahlil Howard, 27, has been sentenced to 55 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted second-degree murder and armed robbery, the 23rd Judicial District Attorney’s Office announced.
Tyler Gunn Charged with Murder in Fatal Marion Home Invasion
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Tyler Gunn, 32, has been charged with murder and robbery following a deadly home invasion in Marion County, Kentucky, early Tuesday morning.
Anastasia Offord, Janette Smith Arrested in Petaluma Theft
PETALUMA, Calif. — Three suspects, including Anastasia Offord, 53, and Janette Smith, 45, both of Richmond, were arrested Saturday night after allegedly stealing 15 bottles of alcohol from a Safeway in the Leghorn Marketplace, in what authorities describe as organized retail theft.
Trey Barefield, Killrain Randolph Arrested in $20K Theft
PLEASANTON, Texas — Two suspects wanted in connection with a $20,000 theft from a Hibbett Sports store in Pleasanton have been arrested in Houston, according to the Pleasanton Police Department.
Shane Jackson, 3 Others Arrested in Iowa Cemetery Theft
Council Bluffs, Iowa – Police have arrested four individuals tied to a major cemetery theft case involving the disappearance of more than 1,000 bronze vases from two local cemeteries, totaling over $100,000 in losses.
Mario Terrell Brown Sentenced to 60 Years for Sex Trafficking and Rape of 14-Year-Old Girl
PARAGOULD, Ark. – A 44-year-old man, Mario Terrell Brown, has been sentenced to 60 years in the Arkansas Department of Corrections after pleading guilty to multiple charges of sex trafficking and rape involving a 14-year-old girl, prosecutors announced this week.
Six Arrested in Adams County Drug Investigation
ADAMS COUNTY, Wis. (WSAW) – Six individuals have been arrested following a series of drug-related investigations and search warrants executed in Adams County this month.
Mississippi Woman Accused of Stealing Over $70,000 in SNAP Benefits
JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM/Gray News) – A Mississippi woman is facing serious charges after authorities say she fraudulently obtained over $70,000 in SNAP benefits.
Former Wisconsin Town Clerk Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Over $200,000
TOWN OF BERGEN, Wis. (WSAW) – A former town clerk in Marathon County has pleaded guilty to embezzling nearly $220,000 from both a local government and a nonprofit organization, avoiding a jury trial through a plea agreement.
Former Days Inn Employee Arrested for Allegedly Stealing from Hotel Safe in Caroline County
CAROLINE COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) – A former employee of the Days Inn Hotel in Carmel Church has been arrested for allegedly stealing more than $1,500 in cash from the hotel’s office safe.
Saltillo Man Arrested for Alleged Lawn Equipment Theft in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WTVA) — A Saltillo man has been arrested in connection with the theft of lawn equipment from a storage facility in Tupelo.
Newark Code Enforcement Officer Indicted for Alleged Bribery and Extortion
NEWARK, NJ (August 22, 2025) — A Newark city code enforcement officer has been indicted by a state grand jury for allegedly soliciting bribes and extorting a local business in exchange for lifting regulatory penalties and allowing the business to reopen, according to New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin.
Maloy Amador Arrested for Attempted Murder of Federal Officer in NJ
PARSIPPANY, NJ — Maloy Amador, 43, of Morris County, was arrested and charged following an armed confrontation with federal officers at his home on August 13, 2025. Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced the charges, which include attempted murder of a federal officer, multiple firearms offenses, and drug distribution.
Jaquan Picott Sentenced to 190 Months for NJ Drug Trafficking
NEW JERSEY — Jaquan Picott, 30, of Trenton, has been sentenced to 190 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug trafficking and illegal possession of ammunition, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced. The sentence was issued by Judge Zahid N. Quraishi in U.S. District Court in Trenton, with both counts running concurrently.
Tyshawn Hoover, Samad Foster Charged in NJ Auto Theft Ring
MORRISTOWN, NJ — Five individuals have been charged in connection with a sophisticated burglary and auto theft ring operating across Morris, Union, and Essex counties from September to December 2024. Authorities say the group targeted luxury vehicles during home invasions and used stolen police database access to identify potential victims.
Craig Callaway Sentenced to 24 Months for NJ Mail-In Ballot Fraud
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — July 24, 2025 — Craig Callaway, a former Atlantic City Council President and influential political organizer, was sentenced to 24 months in federal prison for orchestrating a fraudulent mail-in ballot scheme during the November 8, 2022 general election, announced U.S. Attorney Alina Habba.
James Toner Pleads Guilty in NJ Timeshare Fraud Case
NEW JERSEY — July 24, 2025 — James Toner, 43, formerly of New Jersey and now residing in Lake Mary, Florida, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy to commit wire fraud for his role in a nationwide telemarketing scam that defrauded senior citizens who owned timeshares, U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced.
Deputy Cameron Romo Charged With Extortion, Bribery
HESPERIA, CA – August 5, 2025 — A San Bernardino County Sheriff’s deputy has been arrested and charged with extortion and soliciting a bribe following an investigation into alleged on-duty misconduct.
Jatrail Avent, 3 Others Indicted in Paterson Gang Shooting
Four men tied to the Paterson-based street gang “4K” have been indicted for their alleged involvement in a targeted shooting of rival gang members in November 2022. Acting U.S. Attorney Alina Habba announced the charges, which stem from an ongoing federal investigation into gang violence in the area.
Richard Hammond Trial Set in Cherokee Murder Case
A jury trial is scheduled for March 10 for Richard Allen Hammond, a 66-year-old Cherokee man charged with first-degree murder in connection with the April 2024 death of 47-year-old Christopher David Wheeler of Sutherland. Hammond was arrested on April 21 after allegedly running over Wheeler with a 2007 Chevrolet Silverado east of Cherokee.
Demarco Butts Arrested Near Sioux Center on DUI, Drug Charges
A 40-year-old man from South Sioux City, Nebraska, was arrested around 10:05 p.m. on Sunday, August 17, near Sioux Center, Iowa, following a traffic stop that led to several serious charges. Demarco Maurice Butts faces multiple counts including operating while under the influence — third or subsequent offense, first-offense possession of marijuana, possession of an open container of alcohol, carrying dangerous weapons while under the influence, driving while barred, and driving while his license was denied or revoked.
Trenton Alan Miller Arrested for Theft at Sioux Center Walmart
SIOUX CENTER — A 25-year-old man from Altoona, Trenton Alan Miller, was arrested on the morning of Saturday, Aug. 2, on a Sioux County warrant for fifth-degree theft.
Jude Cantrelle Jr. Arrested in Mathews Drug Case
Lafourche Parish, LA — Jude Cantrelle Jr., 32, of Mathews, was arrested on multiple drug-related charges following an investigation by Lafourche Parish narcotics agents, according to Sheriff Craig Webre.
Caroline Clark, Trevor Greene Charged in Auburn Drug Raid
AUBURN, N.Y. — An Auburn drug investigation led to the arrests of Caroline J. Clark, 38, and Trevor L. Greene, 46, after officers executed a search warrant at their residence on the night of August 20, uncovering a range of illegal substances and equipment.
George Hilliard, 2 Others Arrested in Warrenville Drug Bust
WARRENVILLE, S.C. — Three people were arrested and a bedazzled gold gun was seized during a major drug bust in Aiken County on August 6, according to the Aiken County Sheriff’s Office.
Casey Strain Arrested in Fatal East Wenatchee Drug Case
CASHMERE, Wash. — A 27-year-old man from Cashmere was arrested Wednesday in connection with the overdose death of a 26-year-old woman in East Wenatchee, according to court documents filed in Douglas County Superior Court.
Mandy Lea Stanton Arrested Again for Drug Charges in Odessa
ODESSA, Texas — A known narcotics suspect, Mandy Lea Stanton, formerly Mandy Lea Clark, was arrested Tuesday on drug-related charges, marking her third arrest this year involving controlled substances, according to the Odessa Police Department.
10 Arrested in Kissimmee’s ‘Operation The Wall’ Drug Bust
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Ten people have been arrested as part of a Kissimmee Police Department (KPD) operation targeting drug trafficking near schools and daycares, officials announced Thursday.
Nasir Demby Arrested in Cambridge Drug Distribution Case
CAMBRIDGE, Md. — A 20-year-old man was arrested Thursday after Cambridge police found narcotics during a traffic stop, following an investigation into suspected drug distribution in a local neighborhood.
Joshua Long Arrested in Callaway County School Zone Drug Bust
CALLAWAY COUNTY, Mo. — Two individuals were arrested early Tuesday morning after Callaway County deputies executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence on the 1000 block of Mohawk Drive, located within 1,000 feet of Bush Elementary School.
