Victor Villalobos, Nayeli Montoya Held in SD Fraud Case
Federal authorities say two Mexican nationals accused of running a nearly $1 million real estate fraud scheme involving properties in San Diego were arrested Tuesday shortly after entering the United States.
Megan Corbin Charged in Suwannee Sheriff’s Office Theft
A former finance director for the Suwannee County Sheriff’s Office is facing charges of fraud and grand theft following a state investigation into financial discrepancies discovered earlier this year.
Dwain Hall Charged in Killing of UK Woman Sonia Exelby
A woman from the United Kingdom who traveled to Florida earlier this month was found dead in Marion County, and investigators say the man she met there is responsible for her killing.
Mohamed Badruldin Sentenced for Killing Malaysian Infant
More than four years after her infant was tragically assaulted and killed, a Malaysian mother has finally received a measure of closure with the sentencing of the man responsible.
Vitalys Njinwa, Pensiga Sama Nabbed in ₱42M Crypto Scam
Two Cameroonian nationals have been arrested in Pampanga for allegedly defrauding a South Korean investor of ₱42 million worth of cryptocurrency, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) announced on Thursday, Nov. 27.
Agnes Mohale Arrested in Limpopo Disability Grant Fraud
A former professional nurse from Limpopo has been arrested for her alleged role in a disability grant fraud scheme that reportedly cost the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) around R50,000.
Saheed Owolabi Convicted in $120K NC Romance Scam
A Nigerian national has been found guilty of laundering more than $120,000 stolen through an online romance scam that targeted a man in North Carolina’s Triangle region, federal officials announced Wednesday.
Paul Wexler, Paul Bleignier Sentenced in Medicare Scam
Two men from Texas and Florida were sentenced Thursday for leading a telemarketing scheme that defrauded Medicare by promoting medically unnecessary genetic testing, resulting in millions in losses.
Joseph Ellis, Dave McEvoy Jailed for Roofing Scam
Two men have been sentenced to prison after admitting to a calculated fraud that left a retired couple in Ystalyfera thousands of pounds out of pocket and living in a partially stripped bungalow.
Charles Gaines II, Teens Arrested in Lululemon Theft
SAN MATEO, Calif. — A 19-year-old man and three minors were arrested in connection with an organized retail theft at a Lululemon store, police reported. The theft involved approximately $6,000 in clothing.
French Man Arrested for Theft in Koh Samui
KOH SAMUI — Police on the resort island of Koh Samui arrested a 29-year-old French man for allegedly stealing valuables from his neighbor’s home, authorities reported Wednesday.
Richard Santa Ana Sentenced to 218 Years in Texas
Richard Santa Ana, 44, received consecutive sentences for three felonies:
198 years for two counts of first-degree felony aggravated sexual assault of a child
Postal Workers Arrested for Gastonia Phone Theft
GASTONIA, N.C. — Two postal workers were arrested last week following a six-month investigation into stolen cell phones at a USPS warehouse.
John Wallington Arrested in Portsmouth Drug Bust
PORTSMOUTH, Ohio — A Portsmouth man was arrested on drug charges following a Southern Ohio Drug Task Force investigation, officials reported.
Two Men Arrested in Carter County Fentanyl Bust
CARTER COUNTY, Ky. — Two men were arrested on November 2 as part of an ongoing narcotics investigation, the Carter County Sheriff’s Office reported.
Rufus Wright Jr. Indicted on 28 Drug Charges in Ohio
MEIGS COUNTY, Ohio — Rufus Wright Jr., a resident of Pomeroy, Ohio, was indicted on 28 felony drug charges on Wednesday, the Meigs County Prosecutor’s Office reported.
Calvin Thomas Arrested for Stealing Cancer Medication
BRAINERD, Minn. — A 66-year-old Brainerd man, Calvin Eugene Thomas, was arrested on Nov. 20 after allegedly breaking into a Baxter home and consuming medication prescribed for cancer treatment.
Princeton Man Arrested on Multiple Warrants
PRINCETON, Ky. — A Princeton man is facing multiple charges after being arrested on Tuesday on several outstanding warrants.
Malawi Police Investigate Stolen Presidential Dogs
LILONGWE, Malawi — Police in Malawi are investigating the disappearance of four German Shepherds from the presidential palace in Lilongwe during the country’s political transition in September.
Sisters Hala and Afnane Kamel Arrested for Target Theft
Two sisters from Kissimmee are facing felony charges after deputies say they stole nearly $2,500 worth of merchandise from the Target store at Posner Park in Polk County.
Carolyn Walker Charged in $30K Pickering Sunglasses Theft
A Toronto woman has been arrested in connection with the theft of more than $30,000 worth of designer sunglasses from a LensCrafters store in the Shops at Pickering City Centre. Two additional suspects remain at large.
Cuban Liván O. Arrested in Monterrey Armed Robbery Case
Monterrey Police arrested three suspects — Cuban national Liván O., Mexican citizen Jairo Rivaldo R., and Colombian national Bárbara M. — after an armed robbery of a woman selling a high-end cellphone led authorities to uncover a major stash of marijuana in the city center.
Eric Aldridge Arrested in Harvey Copper Wire Theft
A Des Moines man was arrested for his alleged role in a copper wire theft and burglary at the Harvey Rock Quarry.
Shauna Love Arrested for Embezzling Realtors’ Funds
TUOLUMNE COUNTY, Calif. — A woman has been arrested following a month-long investigation into alleged embezzlement at the Tuolumne County Association of Realtors.
Robert Wright Jr. & Son Arrested in Hernando Drug Raid
BROOKSVILLE, Fla. — Three people, including a father and son, have been arrested after Hernando County deputies executed a raid on a Brooksville home, recovering large quantities of drugs and a stolen firearm.
Jason Puckett Arrested in Logan County Drug Case
LOGAN COUNTY, Ohio — Logan County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested 30-year-old Jason Puckett on Wednesday night on charges of drug possession.
Jendry Morales Arrested in Everett Drug Bust
EVERETT, Mass. — A months-long undercover investigation by the Everett Police Department resulted in the arrest of 60-year-old Jendry Morales and the seizure of drugs and approximately $1.5 million in cash, officials announced Thursday.
Eric Jerome Harris Sentenced in Baxter County Drug Case
BAXTER COUNTY — Eric Jerome Harris, 55, pleaded guilty in Baxter County Circuit Court/Criminal Division on November 17 and was sentenced to eight years in prison. A 2023 revocation petition against Harris was dismissed by the state.
Bridgette Carter and Others Arrested in Albany Drug Bust
ALBANY, Ga. — On Wednesday, November 26, the Albany-Dougherty Special Investigative Unit executed a search at 525 Don Cutler #68, leading to the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of significant contraband.
