Daniel Damato Pleads Guilty in Sports Memorabilia Fraud
OAKLAND, California — Daniel Damato, a 42-year-old sports memorabilia dealer from Concord, California, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after admitting he sold fake collectible items and attempted to interfere with an FBI investigation. The charge was filed on October 20, 2025.
Thai Police Arrest 17 in Call-Centre Scam Crackdown
Thai police arrested 17 foreign nationals in coordinated raids across Pattaya and Bangkok, dismantling a major call-centre scam that defrauded victims of roughly 500 million baht, according to the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD). The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) announced the operation, codenamed “Thailand–Korea Breaking Chains,” during a press briefing on Monday.
Ghetts Pleads Guilty to Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash
Rapper and Netflix actor Ghetts, whose real name is Justin Clarke-Samuel, has pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving following a hit-and-run collision that killed 20-year-old Yubin Tamang. The 41-year-old appeared via videolink from Pentonville prison to enter his plea at the Old Bailey. He also admitted to further charges of dangerous driving before and after the crash, which took place in late October.
Three Scammers Arrested in Baxter County Sting
Three alleged scammers were arrested in Baxter County, Arkansas, this month following coordinated operations between law enforcement and an investigative group called Trilogy Media. According to the Baxter County Sheriff’s Office, the arrests occurred in separate incidents from December 1 to December 4.
Georgia Rep Sharon Henderson Indicted for Fraud
A Georgia state representative was arrested Monday after a federal grand jury indicted her on charges related to pandemic unemployment fraud. Sharon Henderson, who represents District 113 in the state House of Representatives, faces two counts of theft of government funds and 10 counts of making false statements, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia. Henderson is expected to appear before U.S. Magistrate Judge Justin Anand on Monday to enter a not-guilty plea.
Two Georgia Men Arrested in Virginia Phone Scam
Two Georgia men were arrested in Russell County, Virginia, following a phone scam investigation. Dapri Da’Mann Eugene Lewis, 26, of Atlanta, and Quindarius De’Shawn Gibbs, 26, of Fairburn, were taken into custody on Tuesday.
Five Arrested in Ventura County UPS Cargo Thefts
Five Los Angeles residents were arrested in connection with a series of UPS package thefts across Ventura County earlier this year. From April through October 2025, multiple cities in the county reported stolen packages from UPS delivery vehicles, resulting in an estimated loss of approximately $70,000.
Daniel Attridge Arrested in Texas Wire Fraud Case
A Cedar Park man, Daniel Vincent Attridge, 48, was arrested Thursday on charges related to an alleged wire fraud scheme. Court documents state that Attridge is accused of defrauding multiple individuals from 2018 through September 2023 by convincing them to lend him money under false pretenses.
Hutto Man Arrested After Domestic Shooting Kills Wife
A woman is dead and her husband is in custody following a domestic violence-related shooting Sunday morning in Hutto, Texas.
California Woman Arrested in Multi-State Gift Card Scam
A California woman is facing potential prison time for her alleged role in a multi-state retail fraud scheme involving stolen credit cards and gift cards.
Bayley Minoose Faces Charges in Twin Stabbing
A 21-year-old Alberta man has been charged with attempted murder after allegedly stabbing his twin brother following a domestic argument.
Five Arrested in Calgary Casino Fraud Scheme
CALGARY — Police have arrested and charged five individuals in connection with a scheme to defraud a southeast Calgary casino.
Sandra Moss, Duane Reddick Arrested for Exploiting Vulnerable Adult
DILLON COUNTY, S.C. — Two individuals from Latta, Sandra D. Moss, 57, and Duane A. Reddick, 61, were arrested by the South Carolina Attorney General’s Vulnerable Adults and Medicaid Provider Fraud unit (VAMPF) for exploiting a vulnerable adult.
Three Arrested in Florence County Fentanyl Bust
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. — Three individuals were arrested Tuesday following a narcotics investigation and search warrant execution in Florence County.
Anthony Hickson Charged in Olanta Shooting
FLORENCE COUNTY, S.C. — Anthony Terrell Hickson, 43, of Olanta, was arrested Friday in connection with a shooting that occurred last Thursday, according to the Florence County Sheriff’s Office.
Hendrick Simmons Arrested in Bennettsville Murder
MARLBORO COUNTY, S.C. — Hendrick Simmons has been arrested in connection with the death of Larry “Moe” Malachi, according to Marlboro County Chief Deputy Larry Turner.
Daniel Vargas Sentenced 10 Years for Drug Crimes
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. — Daniel Vargas, 33, of Myrtle Beach, was sentenced to 10 years in prison after pleading guilty to drug distribution charges, officials said.
Isaac McFadden Sentenced 13 Years for Fentanyl Trafficking
HORRY COUNTY, S.C. — Isaac McFadden, 44, of North Myrtle Beach, was sentenced to 13 years in prison after pleading guilty to trafficking fentanyl in a 2024 case, officials said.
Willie Richardson II Arrested After Hartsville Shooting
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. (WPDE) — Authorities have arrested Willie Richardson II in connection with a shooting that injured a woman in Hartsville, the Darlington County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) confirmed.
Darlington Arrests: Britteany Smith, Bryant Crews Face Drug Charges
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — Two individuals were arrested Wednesday on drug-related charges in Darlington County, Sheriff Michael August confirmed.
William Wesley Bryant Arrested for Meth Trafficking in Darlington
DARLINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — A man was arrested over the weekend following a traffic stop in Darlington County.
Timothy Locklear, Daisha Bullard Arrested in Scotland Shooting
SCOTLAND COUNTY, N.C. — A man and woman were arrested over the weekend in connection with a shooting in Scotland County.
Trinity Poague Sentenced to Life for Killing Boyfriend’s Toddler
A former Georgia beauty pageant winner has been sentenced to life in prison for killing her boyfriend’s 18-month-old son. Prosecutors say the crime was fueled by resentment and supported by conflicting stories and disturbing text messages.
Janet Napoles Gets 100+ Years for PDAF Malversation, Graft
Janet Lim-Napoles has been found guilty of six counts of malversation of public funds and six counts of violating the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, earning her cumulative jail terms of more than 100 years. The Sandiganbayan Third Division handed down the ruling in a 165-page decision promulgated on December 5, concluding that Napoles illegally diverted the Priority Development Assistance Fund (PDAF) of the late Benguet representative Samuel Dangwa.
Alexander Lynn-Parsley Sentenced for Fraud at One Stop Shop
A man has been sentenced after committing fraud at the One Stop Shop on Greys Road.
Iyanna Scott Sentenced to 15 Years for Killing Pedestrian
BUFFALO, N.Y. — A Buffalo woman has been sentenced to prison for fatally striking a pedestrian with her vehicle.
John Kellom Jr. Charged in Jamestown Stabbing Incident
JAMESTOWN, N.Y. — A Jamestown man is facing charges after police responded to a stabbing on Friday night.
East Midlands Roofing Fraudsters Sentenced for £133K Scam
Eight members of an organised crime group have been sentenced to a total of 13 years and six months for defrauding residents across the East Midlands.
Eberardo Peralta-Cazales Sentenced for Illegal Re-entry
DEKALB COUNTY, Ala. — A Mexican citizen has been sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for illegally re-entering the United States after deportation, U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona announced.
Tavares Skipper Sentenced for Cocaine Trafficking in Akron
AKRON, Ohio — A drug trafficker described by prosecutors as “irresponsible and negligent” has been sentenced to prison in Akron.
