Fraud Suspect Frank Godwin Arrested in Phnom Penh
Police in Phnom Penh have arrested an American national and two Liberian nationals after they were accused of defrauding two elderly Malaysians.
Ram Sharan Mahat Among 5 Ministers in PRIA Scam
KATHMANDU, Dec 8 – Nepal’s Commission for the Investigation of Abuse of Authority (CIAA) has launched a major corruption case against 55 individuals, including five former ministers, over large-scale financial irregularities in the construction of Pokhara Regional International Airport (PRIA). The anti-graft body has sought recovery of Rs 8.36 billion and maximum prison terms for all accused.
Dr. Sasha Grek Charged with Fentanyl Diversion in Florida
FORT PIERCE, Fla. — A Florida doctor has been formally charged with a felony for allegedly removing fentanyl from an ICU patient’s IV during a night shift at HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital.
Jacksonville Police Seize Drugs, Firearms in Major Bust
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A major narcotics operation in Jacksonville resulted in the seizure of large quantities of illegal drugs, firearms, and cash, authorities said.
William Pusateri Arrested for Door-to-Door Paving Scam
SHARON, Mass. — A Dedham man has been arrested for allegedly running a door-to-door paving scam that defrauded seniors and disabled residents out of thousands of dollars.
Georgia Men Arrested in Virginia Phone Scam Case
RUSSELL COUNTY, Va. — Two Georgia men were arrested following a phone scam investigation in Russell County, Virginia.
Ben Hunter, Moran Elkarif Arrested in Construction Scam
VENTURA COUNTY, Calif. — Two Los Angeles County men have been arrested in connection with a construction scam that defrauded multiple Ventura County residents out of more than $1.3 million, authorities said.
Four Connecticut Residents Arrested in Nassau Jewelry Scam
NASSAU COUNTY, N.Y. — Four people from Connecticut have been arrested in connection with a jewelry scam affecting residents across Nassau County, police said.
Antonio Saunders Sentenced for Cocaine Distribution
NORFOLK, Va. — A Norfolk man was sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of conspiracy to distribute cocaine and possession with intent to distribute cocaine.
Bryce Campbell Charged with Lutsen Resort Arson
NORTH SHORE, Minn. — Bryce Campbell, owner of the historic Lutsen Resort, has been charged with arson and insurance fraud over a fire that destroyed the resort’s lodge in February 2024.
Jayen Lee Arrested in Singapore Scam Ring Case
SINGAPORE — Jayen Lee Jian Hao, 32, has been arrested in connection with a Cambodia-based scam ring after being apprehended by Thai police in Bangkok and handed over to Singapore authorities on Dec. 4.
Hanad Adam Arrested in $1.6M Crypto Scam
PEEL REGION, Ont. — Hanad Adam, 31, from Stittsville, Ottawa, has been arrested in connection with a cryptocurrency investment scam that allegedly defrauded victims of over $1.6 million.
Misbah Akram Arrested in GTA Synthetic Identity Scam
GREATER TORONTO AREA, Ont. — Two more arrests have been made in connection with a large-scale synthetic identity fraud and money laundering scheme that has already resulted in over $4 million in losses and the arrest of a dozen people. Police are still searching for a third suspect.
South Korean Trio Arrested in Deepfake Romance Scam
DA NANG, Vietnam — Vietnamese authorities have arrested three South Korean fugitives accused of orchestrating a deepfake-driven romance scam network, ending a months-long chase across Cambodia, Vietnam, and Thailand.
Regina Duo Arrested in Grandparent Phone Scam
REGINA, Saskatchewan — The Regina Police Service (RPS) has arrested two individuals in connection with a country-wide phone scam targeting seniors, authorities say.
Tampa Men Arrested in $1M Mall Shoe Theft Ring
TAMPA, Fla. – Four Tampa men have been arrested in connection with a $1 million organized shoe theft ring after a rooftop burglary at the Treasure Coast Mall in Martin County. Authorities say the suspects cut through the mall’s roof to access the Champs Sporting Goods store, stealing hundreds of Nike shoes, which were bagged, tagged, and loaded into a getaway vehicle.
Gluckstadt Suspects Arrested in Thanksgiving Theft Spree
GLUCKSTADT, Miss. – Four individuals from Jackson are in custody following a series of felony offenses committed on Thanksgiving Day in Gluckstadt.
Ex-NFL Linebacker Quinton Culberson Arrested in Jackson
JACKSON, Miss. – Former professional football player Quinton Culberson was arrested for breaking into a commercial building in Jackson and has now been ordered into rehab.
California Pair Arrested in Rankin Co. Marijuana Bust
RANKIN COUNTY, Miss. – Two individuals from California were arrested after authorities recovered more than 600 pounds of high-grade marijuana in Rankin County.
Victoria Reese Arrested for SNAP Fraud in Jefferson Davis
JEFFERSON DAVIS COUNTY, Miss. – Victoria Reese, a Jefferson Davis County resident, was arrested on October 3 for alleged SNAP fraud, according to the Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS).
Toledo Woman Steals $2.6K from Blind Resident
TOLEDO, Ohio – A former assisted living employee has been convicted of stealing thousands of dollars from a blind resident over nearly a year.
Roohullah Abdul-Rauof Arrested for Stolen Cars at PortMiami
MIAMI, Fla. – A South Florida business owner has been arrested after authorities discovered multiple stolen vehicles and engines in shipping containers at PortMiami destined for the United Arab Emirates.
Adrian Spence Jr. Arrested in Delaware Check Fraud Case
HARTLY, Del. – Delaware State Police have arrested 48-year-old Adrian Spence Jr. of Dover in connection with an identity theft investigation stemming from October 2025.
Monterian Dotson Arrested for Exploiting Elderly Woman
LAUREL, Miss. – A Laurel man, Monterian Dotson, 35, has been arrested for allegedly exploiting an elderly woman after she noticed unusual activity in her bank account.
McKnight, Perkins, Hill Sentenced for Adams County Murders
ADAMS COUNTY, Miss. – Three men have been sentenced to life in prison for their roles in a double murder in Adams County.
Shoundrika Dennis, Others Arrested for Juban Crossing Theft
DENHAM SPRINGS — Five people were arrested by Livingston Parish Sheriff’s Office deputies Friday for allegedly stealing approximately $2,750 in merchandise from multiple stores at Juban Crossing.
Daniel Coffey Arrested in $4,500 Wendell Theft Case
Wake County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested 25-year-old Daniel Coffey after he was accused of stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of property from a Wendell home. Authorities say the theft occurred in November and involved an estimated $4,500 in items, including multiple gun accessories.
Sharon Pote, Marcela Leuro Arrested in O.C. Theft Spree
Two women were arrested after allegedly stealing thousands of dollars’ worth of merchandise from multiple stores across Orange County, authorities said.
Connor Burgess Arrested in $12K Golf Theft Spree
PHOENIX — A Phoenix man has been arrested in connection with a theft spree targeting golf equipment stores across the Valley, with losses totaling nearly $12,000, according to Glendale police.
Carrie Kelley Charged in $1M MedStar Ambulance Theft
A former employee of a southern Illinois ambulance company has been accused of stealing over $1 million in a long-running fraud scheme, authorities announced.
Rakeem Grant Arrested in Topeka TJ Maxx Purse Theft
Topeka police have arrested a man accused of stealing a woman’s purse at the TJ Maxx on SW Wanamaker Road on Friday morning.
Toliver, Ellis & McFadden Arrested in Manhattan Robbery
The Riley County Police Department has arrested three suspects in connection with an aggravated robbery reported on December 3, 2025, in Manhattan, Kansas.
Multiple Arrests in Manhattan November Shooting Case
MANHATTAN, KS – Authorities have made multiple arrests in connection with a November 30, 2024, shooting in the 2000 block of College Heights Road, Manhattan, Riley County.
Fraud Arrests in San Antonio Linked to Jeremy Saunders
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – Two suspects were arrested, and one remains wanted, in connection with a fraud and identity theft scheme, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO).
Terrence Gardner Arrested in Willowick Armed Robbery
WILLOWICK, Ohio — A 46-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting and robbing a man outside a Willowick apartment early Monday, taking the victim’s firearm before fleeing the scene.
Gregory Johnson Sentenced in Cleveland Fentanyl Death
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Five individuals involved in a Northeast Ohio drug trafficking operation have been sentenced following the fentanyl-related death of a Cleveland woman.
