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Yellow Springs, OH

Pontotoc County, MS

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Pontotoc County Woman Arrested for Felony Child Abuse. Pontotoc County, MS - On May 21, 2024, the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) of the Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department arrested Mariha Dunn, a 25-year-old resident of Pontotoc County, on two counts of felony child abuse. The charges stem from an incident involving her two young children: a 5-year-old boy and a 3-year-old girl, according to a press release from the Pontotoc County Sheriff's Department.

Mother arrested on felony after 3 & 5 year old found alone in "sauna" like house with no electricity

Idaho State

An Idaho jury has recommended the death penalty on multiple counts in the murder trial of Chad Daybell, the so-called “Doomsday Prophet." Daybell was convicted on charges that he killed his first wife and the two youngest children of his second wife. As Court TV reported, Daybell was found...

Idaho jury recommends death penalty in Chad Daybell murder trial

Connecticut State

The family of a woman who died after suffering a severe allergic reaction from a supermarket cookie has filed a wrongful death suit against the grocery chain and the product's manufacturer. In the lawsuit, filed May 23 in Connecticut, attorneys representing Órla Baxendale's estate allege the 25-year-old dancer died "as...

Family of woman who died after eating cookie not labeled as containing peanuts sues grocery chain

Morris County, NJ

Mount Olive Township, NJ

Morristown Minute

MORRIS COUNTY, N.J. — Christina Susco, 38, a daycare teacher at the Mount Olive Child Care & Learning Center, has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child and aggravated assault, as announced by Morris County Prosecutor Robert J. Carroll, Chief of Detectives Robert McNally, and Mount Olive Township Police Chief Michael Spitzer.

Daycare Teacher Charged with Child Endangerment and Assault

Vision Pet Care

Ever wondered if your cat has a least favorite time of day? As devoted cat enthusiasts, we know that our feline friends have their quirks and preferences. From their favorite sunbathing spots to the time they prefer their meals, cats often exhibit clear likes and dislikes. But is there a particular time of day that they absolutely detest? Let's dive into this intriguing question and explore what might make certain moments less enjoyable for our furry companions.

A Cat's Least Favorite Time of Day: Unveiling the Mystery

Los Angeles, CA

California State

In California there has been a renewed effort to get a retrial for convicted murderer Scott Peterson. Peterson was convicted by a jury in 2004 of killing his wife Laci Peterson and their unborn son Conner. A judge has now denied most of his new defense team's request to test evidence in the case for DNA. Only one item out of 14 requested will be allowed to undergo new DNA testing, labeled as a "15.5-inch length of duct tape" in court documents, Court TV reported.

Judge denies nearly all DNA retesting requests in Scott Peterson retrial efforts

Cape May, NJ

Somers Point, NJ

Austin T. Mahan misused USPS credit cards for personal purchases totaling over $54,000. Austin T. Mahan, 44, of Cape May Court House, New Jersey, pled guilty today to misappropriating postal funds, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Mahan admitted to the charge before U.S. District Judge Christine P. O’Hearn.

Postal Supervisor Embezzles $54K in USPS Funds

Newark, NJ

Bergen County, NJ

NEWARK, N.J. – Today, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced the arrest of four individuals from Bergen County, implicated in a drug trafficking organization responsible for distributing substantial quantities of heroin in Newark.

Major Drug Trafficking Bust: 4 Arrested in Bergen County

New Jersey State

South Orange, NJ

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ - In a startling revelation from the office of U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger, 77-year-old Janis Miller of South Orange, New Jersey, has been indicted on charges of wire fraud, accused of pilfering more than $1 million in federal benefits designated for her deceased aunt. The indictment marks a significant development in a case that stretches over two decades.

NJ Woman Indicted for Embezzling $1M in Federal Benefits

Memphis, TN

A self-described scammer released a statement claiming responsibility for a bizarre scheme to try to force American rock legend Elvis Presley's Tennessee Graceland estate into foreclosure. In a letter to the New York Times the individual purportedly wrote, "We figure out how to steal. That's what we do." Then in...

Self-proclaimed scammer claims involvement in foreclosure scheme targeting Elvis' Graceland estate

Massachusetts State

Kingston, MA

Dianna Carney

BinStar, which describes itself as "New England’s new destination for a fun & sustainable shopping experience", has revealed they're opening a fourth location in Massachusetts. The store, which specializes in selling merchandise from both large and small brands and retailers at deeply discounted prices, has quickly become a favorite among bargain hunters in the region. At BinStar, the price of items decreases throughout the work week, starting at ten dollars on Monday and dropping to just one dollar for deals after 4 pm on Friday. Then items spike to nineteen dollars on Saturday and fifteen dollars on Sunday, offering a truly dynamic shopping experience that keeps customers coming back for more.

Popular New Bargain Store Announces Opening Of 4th Location In Massachusetts

Shenandoah, PA

The Shenandoah (PA) Sentinel

NORTHERN SCHUYLKILL – The following is a collection of police incidents reported by local law enforcement...
The post Police Log, 5/24/2024 first appeared on The Shenandoah Sentinel.

Police Log, 5/24/2024

L.A. TACO

Two Los Angeles police officers punched and choked a man last month while he was handcuffed, after the man spat at an officer, according to newly released body-worn camera footage from the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD).

VIDEO: LAPD Officers Punch and Choke Handcuffed Man in South L.A. For Spitting

Mississippi State

NEWARK, N.J. – In a significant legal development, Keaton Langston, a 39-year-old Mississippi man linked to pharmacies, durable medical equipment companies, and a laboratory, has confessed to orchestrating a health care fraud scheme that swindled Medicare out of more than $51 million. The announcement was made today by Caroline Sadlowski, Attorney for the United States.

$51M Medicare Fraud Scheme: Man Pleads Guilty

NEWARK, N.J. – Edgar Ruiz-Gomez, a Colombian citizen, admitted to conspiring to import hundreds of kilograms of cocaine into the United States from Colombia, Venezuela, and the Dominican Republic, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.

Colombian National Admits Role in Major Cocaine Importation Scheme

Nashville, TN

Murray, KY

The Murray Sentinel

MURRAY – A Murray couple was arrested last week after two juveniles in their care were admitted to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee, for severe weight loss with supporting evidence of malnutrition and physical abuse.

Foster parents arrested after children found to be extremely malnourished

New York City, NY

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ - James Gomes, a former branch manager of an international bank in New York, admitted to stealing more than $208,000 from a customer, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today. Gomes, 43, of New York, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud affecting a financial institution before U.S. District Judge Esther Salas in Newark federal court.

Bank Manager Steals $208K, Faces 30 Yrs in Prison

Irvine, CA

Golden Gate Media

In a surprising turn of events, a Tesla vehicle's camera has captured crystal-clear images of a car burglary suspect at Diamond Jamboree in Irvine. The incident, which occurred on May 16, has left authorities marveling at the effectiveness of modern technology in combating crime.

Tesla camera captures 'crystal clear' image of suspected auto burglar at California parking lot

Madison County, IL

Fayette County, KY

The Lexington Times

LEXINGTON, Ky. — Myrtle Taylena Craig, also known as Tay, has entered a guilty plea in federal court to charges related to a drug distribution conspiracy involving methamphetamine and fentanyl. Craig’s plea agreement was filed on Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky.

Woman admits guilt in meth and fentanyl distribution conspiracy in Fayette and Madison Counties

Parris Island, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Marine Corps privates Jamil Winston Jr. and JuliMarie Winston are married Marines. The husband and wife have proved that the couple that trains together can stay together. Both graduated on May 17th from boot camp at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, just in time for their first wedding anniversary coming up in June.

Married Marines graduate from Parris Island together

Clifton, OH

Enon, OH

Cedarville, OH

Wilberforce, OH

Fairborn, OH

Springfield, OH

Xenia, OH

Donnelsville, OH

Medway, OH

Dayton, OH

Alpha, OH

NewsBreak

'We need to have more material': Meet the man who oversees 1st recreational marijuana plants for sale in Ohio

YELLOW SPRINGS, Ohio — At Cresco Labs grow facility, it’s moving day for 400 pounds of cannabis flower. Facility director Joe Chek oversees the more than...

'We need to have more material': Meet the man who oversees 1st recreational marijuana plants for sale in Ohio

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