Chen Zhi Charged in $14B Bitcoin Scam Crackdown
The US government has seized more than $14 billion (£10.5 billion) in bitcoin and charged Chen Zhi, a UK and Cambodian national and founder of the Prince Group, for allegedly orchestrating one of the largest cryptocurrency scams in history.
Ulsan Police Bust $13M Romance Scam Laundering Ring
Police in South Korea have arrested 22 people suspected of laundering money for a Cambodia-based “romance scam” organization. The Anti-Corruption and Economic Crime Investigation Unit of the Ulsan Metropolitan Police Agency announced on the 15th that the suspects, including a 26-year-old identified only as A, face charges of joining and operating a criminal organization and violating the Communications Fraud Damage Refund Act. Bench warrants were requested for two of them.
Kenneth Nutter Sued by Missouri AG Over Fraud Claims
A Bolivar business owner is being sued by Missouri Attorney General Catherine L. Hanaway for alleged violations of the Missouri Merchandising Practices Act. According to court filings, Hanaway’s office has filed a lawsuit against Premier DirtWorks and Concrete, LLC, and its owner Kenneth Eugene Nutter, claiming they deceived customers by taking payments for construction work that was never completed.
Christian Valdes, Jared Fogel Sentenced in Scam Case
Two men arrested in a large-scale “grandparent scam” investigation two years ago have been sentenced at the Montreal courthouse.
Daniel Parsons Faces Felony Meth Charges in Iowa
Daniel Parsons, 64, of Donnellson, Iowa, is facing multiple felony charges related to methamphetamine after police say he purchased meth on two separate occasions. Parsons was charged with two counts of felony delivery of less than five grams of methamphetamine, a third offense felony possession of a controlled substance, and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.
Ira New, Hattie Duty Charged in Phelps Meth Bust
Two Phelps residents have been arrested on charges related to the trafficking of methamphetamine.
Gursher Singh Sentenced for $33K Wisconsin Scam
WEST BEND, Wis. — Gursher Singh, a 25-year-old Indian national seeking asylum in the United States, was sentenced Monday to two years in prison for his role in a scam that defrauded an 86-year-old woman from Richfield.
Milwaukee Man Gets 7.5 Years for $871K Burglary Plot
WAUKESHA, Wis. — Jose Rosales Garcia, 65, of Milwaukee, was sentenced Thursday to 7.5 years in prison for his role in a series of high-value burglaries that targeted Wisconsin businesses, including a theft of more than $871,000 in computer equipment last summer.
Kyle Schellinger Charged in Two Washington Co. Barn Fires
WEST BEND, Wis. — Kyle Schellinger, 21, of Hartford, appeared in Washington County Circuit Court on Friday for two felony arson charges and one misdemeanor retail theft charge related to two barn fires in the Towns of Hartford and Addison.
Tylar Goodloe Charged in Heidelberg High Shooting
HEIDELBERG, Miss. — Authorities have arrested four Bay Springs teenagers in connection with the Homecoming Night shooting at Heidelberg High School that left two people dead.
Malcolm Magala, UK Trio Jailed for Crypto Drug Scheme
READING, UK — Three British men have been sentenced to a combined 27 years in prison for operating an extensive crypto-based drug trafficking scheme across the United Kingdom, according to an October 13 statement from the Regional Organized Crime Unit Network.
Makale Winfield Arrested for $29K Paradise Valley Theft
PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. — A 32-year-old mover, identified as Makale Winfield, has been arrested for allegedly stealing $29,000 worth of jewelry from a Paradise Valley residence on Sept. 15, police announced.
Corky Schipper Arrested for Stolen Child’s Bike in Ware
WARE, Mass. — A Ware man has been arrested in connection with the theft of a child’s bicycle, according to the Ware Police Department.
Elliaz Natividad Charged in LA Copper Theft Attempt
A 25-year-old man was charged Tuesday after Los Angeles County authorities said he tried to steal copper wire in the View Park neighborhood.
Two Arrested in Arizona Vehicle and Weapons Theft Case
TOPICK, Ariz. — Deputies with the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office have arrested Jade Storm, 29, of Las Vegas, and Samantha Clickinbeard, 26, of Denver, on multiple felony charges tied to stolen vehicles and firearms.
Willow Grove Woman Arrested for Two Retail Thefts
WARRINGTON TOWNSHIP, Pa. — Police have arrested Naira Amirah West, 21, of Willow Grove (Upper Moreland Township), after she allegedly committed two retail thefts on the same day involving bottles of tequila.
Cody Balmer Sentenced for Arson, Attempted Murder of Governor
HARRISBURG, Pa. — The Dauphin County District Attorney’s Office announced that Cody Balmer, 38, pleaded guilty to attempted murder of Governor Josh Shapiro, aggravated arson, and 22 counts of arson, one for each of the 22 victims endangered in the residence, as well as burglary and related charges.
Efrain Salazar-Gurrola Convicted in Washoe Drug Case
WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. (News 4 & Fox 11) — A Washoe County jury has convicted Efrain Salazar-Gurrola on drug trafficking charges stemming from a 2022 investigation, according to the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office.
Las Vegas Woman Sentenced in Deadly Fentanyl Case
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A Las Vegas woman has been sentenced to 10 years in prison and four years of supervised release for selling fentanyl-laced pills that led to a deadly overdose, authorities announced Tuesday.
L.A. Man Arrested in Lottery Ticket Burglary Ring
CAMARILLO, Calif. — A Los Angeles man accused of leading a burglary crew that stole thousands of California Lottery scratcher tickets from Ventura County stores has been arrested, according to the Ventura County Sheriff’s Office.
Ex-Geneva Legion Commander Dale Mosher Arrested
Former Geneva American Legion Commander Dale Mosher is in custody after skipping a court appearance and triggering a multi-state manhunt. Mosher was arrested Monday afternoon in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, after weeks on the run. He was found near a Walmart by Hemlock Township Police and taken into custody without incident.
Tyrese Gibson Charged with Animal Cruelty After Dog Attack
Actor Tyrese Gibson, known for his role in the “Fast and Furious” film series, has been charged with animal cruelty after one of his dogs allegedly killed a neighbor’s pet in Atlanta. The incident occurred on September 18 when one of Gibson’s four Cane Corsos attacked and killed a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel belonging to a nearby resident. Reports indicate that the dog had been seen scratching at a door before the attack, and the smaller dog was later found dead behind it.
Philadelphia Man Arrested for Alleged Package Theft in Bedminster Township
A 22-year-old Philadelphia man has been arrested for allegedly stealing a package from a Bedminster Township residence earlier this year. Police identified the suspect as Alexander Urena Gonzalez, who was taken into custody on October 10, 2025, after an investigation into a June 9 theft.
Marion Woman Mandy Gunn Accused of Stealing Lottery Tickets
A 41-year-old Marion woman was arrested for allegedly stealing lottery tickets and falsifying business records while employed at a local store. Mandy Gunn was taken into custody on October 5 on a preliminary charge of theft, a Level 6 felony.
Marion Man Harley Losure Arrested in Undercover Drug Operation
A 41-year-old Marion man was arrested following an undercover police operation outside a local business. Harley Losure was taken into custody on September 30 on preliminary charges of possession of methamphetamine, resisting law enforcement, and possession of paraphernalia.
Christopher Stillwell Arrested for $5K Bike Theft in Lakeland
A north Lakeland man’s short walk with his cat turned into a bizarre burglary when a thief traded his own bicycle for a $5,000 model left in an open garage. The incident happened on October 6 near Socrum Loop Road. When the homeowner returned, he found his expensive bike missing and an unfamiliar one abandoned nearby, suggesting the thief had swapped rides.
Norma Matamoros Arrested in Sonoma Violent Home Invasion
SONOMA, Calif. — Authorities have arrested a third suspect in a violent home invasion that rattled a Sonoma neighborhood last month. On October 1, 2025, 52-year-old Norma Matamoros of Hidden Valley Lake was taken into custody following an investigation linking her to the early morning robbery on September 12 on Wood Valley Road.
Tyler Marcus Reeves Arrested for Meth Possession in Topeka
TOPEKA, Kan. — Tyler Marcus Reeves, 23, of Topeka, was arrested early Monday morning after a traffic stop led to the discovery of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. The Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office said deputies pulled over a black 2004 Kia Spectra near S.W. 7th and Lane streets at around 3:15 a.m.
30 Arrested in Multi-County Warner Robins Drug Bust
ATLANTA, Ga. — In a major multi-county operation centered in Warner Robins, Georgia, 30 individuals were arrested on October 8, 2025, following nearly two years of investigation by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI).
Michael Barnes Arrested for Cocaine Trafficking in Douglas
DOUGLAS, Ga. — Michael Barnes was arrested on Friday, October 10, 2025, on charges of trafficking in cocaine after officials discovered suspected crack cocaine in his possession, the Coffee County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) reported.
Kevin Buchin Arrested Again for Drug Trafficking on I-5
BREMERON, Wash. — Kevin Buchin, 42, was arrested again on Thursday, October 9, while driving north on Interstate 5 near Chehalis, after being previously arrested in May on suspicion of trafficking drugs from California throughout West Sound.
Dustin Shelby Smith Arrested in Century for Meth Possession
CENTURY, Fla. — Dustin Shelby Smith, 35, was arrested following a drug investigation that started with a trespassing complaint at a residence on Perdue Road.
Nicholas Dooley, Korey Bailey Arrested in Chester County Drug Raids
GREAT FALLS, S.C. — Two individuals, Nicholas Dooley and Korey Bailey, were arrested last week following multiple drug raids in Chester County that resulted in the seizure of fentanyl, cocaine, MDMA, and several firearms.
Christian Suttle Arrested for DUI and Meth Possession at Burger King
MADISONVILLE, Ky. — Christian Suttle was arrested and jailed after police discovered him under the influence in a Burger King drive-thru on Chelsea Drive.
Donny Carr & Michael Tyree Wanted by Parrish Police for Theft, Eluding
The Parrish Police Department is actively searching for two suspects involved in separate incidents earlier this month.
Amanda Hall Arrested in Princeton for Multiple Drug Charges
An Elkton woman, Amanda Hall, 35, was arrested over the weekend after a traffic stop in Princeton led to multiple drug charges.
Samantha Davido Arrested for Third Shoplifting at Target The Villages
A New Yorker with previous theft convictions was arrested for shoplifting at the Target store located in Rolling Acres Plaza, The Villages.
