Port Arthur, TX

Jefferson County, TX

Fullerton, CA

Contributors represent independent, third-party users who have joined our contributor program. Contributors are expected, like all users, to adhere to our community standards.

newsbreak_contributor

This badge represents contributors who have consistently met NewsBreak's standards for quality, along with adhering to all policies, requirements, and editorial guidelines.

certified_community_voice

Garden Grove, CA

NewSantaAna

Last March, a female reported to police that she was inappropriately touched by a Boys & Girls Club counselor, who was later identified as Elijah Domminic Barrera , 29 years-old, of Fullerton, according to the Garden Grove Police Department .

A former O.C. Boys and Girls Club counselor was arrested for allegedly molesting young girls

Elkhart, IN

The Bendr Daily

In a concerning development, former Elkhart Police Chief Laura Koch was apprehended on Monday on suspicion of Operating While Intoxicated, according to authorities. Reports indicate that an Indiana State trooper pulled Koch over on County Road 17 after observing her vehicle crossing the center line. Upon investigation, an open container of alcohol was allegedly discovered inside her car, and Koch purportedly failed field sobriety tests administered at the scene.

Former Elkhart Police Chief Laura Koch Arrested for Alleged Drunk Driving

King County, WA

Connell, WA

Timothy A Gruver

A King County practical nurse has been charged with misconduct for romancing a prisoner, the Department of Health reports. In March, the Board of Nursing charged licensed practical nurse Monica A. Davis with unprofessional conduct, according to the DOH.

Nurse Charged for Inappropriate Prisoner Romance

Irvine, CA

On March 17, two men stole multiple Apple products from a Best Buy , according to the Irvine Police Department . One suspect used a bag to conceal stolen merchandise while the other distracted employees.

The Irvine Police are trying to identify two men who stole Apple products from a Best Buy store

Los Angeles, CA

Baker, CA

Pain In The Pass

BAKER, CA. (Pain In The Pass) >> The California Highway Patrol has released details on the fatal head-on collision that occurred Saturday afternoon on northbound Interstate 15 that left a woman and two children dead. Photo above is credit by Nicole Rivera.)

Update on Fatal Crash near the Town of Baker on I-15 Freeway that left a Woman and 2 Children Dead

Everett, WA

The Quick Historian

In Everett, Washington, a mother has been apprehended on suspicion of murder following the discovery of her young son's lifeless body on the side of the freeway last week. According to the Everett Police Department, the family of 4-year-old Ariel Garcia reported him missing on Wednesday, March 27, citing "suspicious circumstances." Prompted by concerns for the boy's safety, law enforcement, in collaboration with the FBI and other agencies, launched an extensive search effort.

Mother arrested after 4-year-old son found dead alongside road

Last week, members of the Irvine Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) and the Orange County Human Trafficking Task Force (OCHTTF) conducted an undercover operation at a local hotel after receiving information about an adult female potentially being trafficked for commercial sex work.

L.A. pimp busted in Irvine and a human trafficking victim was rescued

Virginia State

Culpeper County, VA

Hopewell, VA

Tracy Leicher

CULPEPER COUNTY, Va. – Virginia State Police (VSP) are investigating a fatal crash involving a pedestrian. According to an emailed media release from VSP Sergeant Brent W. Coffey, the incident occurred on Monday, March 25.

Highway Tragedy; Man Dies After Running into Path of Tractor Trailer

Louisiana State

Plaquemine, LA

iSkyCreations - News & Media

PLAQUEMINE, LA — Eric Jason Schouest, a 53-year-old former branch manager at Regions Bank, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges of embezzlement and bank fraud. Schouest, who oversaw operations at the Plank Road branch in Plaquemine, Louisiana, pled not guilty at his recent arraignment.

Former Regions Bank Manager Indicted for Alleged Embezzlement and Bank Fraud

Indiana State

Fort Wayne, IN

A 25-year-old undocumented immigrant, identified as a Mexican citizen, has been apprehended in Indiana following allegations of breaking into a Michigan mobile home park and sexually assaulting two young girls.

Undocumented Immigrant Arrested in Indiana for Alleged Home Invasion and Assault of Minors

Denver, CO

Journalists on NewsBreak have a proven track record of editorial excellence. Our Editorial Team reviews a contributor's eligibility based on experience, coverage history and ethics.

journalist

David Heitz

Inspectors have failed rental units for methamphetamine contamination, hoarding, pest infestations, mold and water damage, sanitation concerns, heating, and lack of utilities, according to a report presented Wednesday to the Safety, Housing, Education and Homelessness Committee of the Denver City Council.

Meth contamination, hoarding, pests lead to Denver rental inspection failures

Mountain Pass, CA

MOUNTAIN PASS, CA. (Pain In The Pass) >> A semi tractor trailer hydroplaned along the 15 Freeway before it jackknifed in the Mountain Pass area and a multiple vehicle crash early Friday afternoon in wet conditions, according to the California Highway Patrol. (Photo above is credit by Mike Dean)

Semi jackknifes and a Multiple Vehicle Crash on 15 Freeway near Stateline Amid Rainy Weather

Newark, NJ

Old Tappan, NJ

Morristown Minute

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - Two former employees of a New Jersey-based mortgage lending business, Christopher J. Gallo, 44, of Old Tappan, New Jersey, and Mehmet A. Elmas, 32, who resides in Turkey, have been formally charged with conspiracy to commit bank fraud, announced U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

NJ Mortgage Officers Charged in $1.4B Fraud Scheme

Jersey City, NJ

Two members of a notorious Jersey City gang face life imprisonment under a sweeping indictment. In a significant crackdown on gang violence and organized crime, the U.S. Attorney's Office has announced the indictment of two Jersey City gang members, Kenneth Harrigan and Darion Canary, under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. Both men are accused of participating in a racketeering conspiracy that involved murder, shootings, and extensive narcotics distribution.

Gang Members Face Life Sentence for Murder and Trafficking

NewsBreak

On the Run fugitive wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

PORT ARTHUR — This week's On the Run fugitive is wanted for aggravated assault with...

On the Run fugitive wanted for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

Comments / 0