Brazil's top court made a bold move, ordering the arrest of ex-President Jair Bolsonaro. This happened after a judge suspected Bolsonaro might try to flee the country before starting a 27-year prison term for allegedly trying to overthrow the government. The judge, Alexandre de Moraes, pointed out that Bolsonaro's ankle monitor, which he had to wear because he was c...
A man who had been evading justice for nearly a decade finally faced the consequences of his actions. Patrick O'Connor, 39, was apprehended in Syracuse, New York, after a seven-year run from serious charges in Oregon. The Onondaga County Sheriff's Office received a tip that led to his arrest, marking the end of a lengthy manhunt. O'Connor was wanted on a federal war...
In a recent operation, ICE agents in Houston made a significant impact on public safety. Over six weeks, they arrested 3, 593 individuals with criminal records. These weren't just any criminals; they were child predators, murderers, and gang members. The operation took place during the government shutdown, with many agents working without pay. The arrests included 6...
A crypto fund that raised $28M in late 2021 has gone bust, leaving investors empty-handed. The UK's Serious Fraud Office (SFO) has stepped in, arresting two men in connection with the collapse of Basis Markets. Raids were conducted in London and West Yorkshire, where digital devices and documents were seized. The fund raised money through two public campaigns: an NF...
A big change happened in Middletown's schools. The superintendent, Alberto Vázquez Matos, got fired. This wasn't about his recent DUI trouble in Florida. Instead, it was because he forgot to renew his superintendent license with the state. The school board met in private for almost two hours. After that, they said his contract had a rule about keeping his license up...
A recent arrest in a decades-old murder case highlights the power of fresh eyes and determination. Janie Perkins, now 63, was taken into custody for the 1991 murder of Cynthia Gonzalez. This case had baffled investigators for 34 years, until a group of criminology students from the University of Texas at Arlington got involved. The students, part of a unique partner...
A Georgia resident, Olanrewaju B. Adeosun, was taken into custody in New York. He is accused of laundering almost $1 million from a business in Bergen County. This happened after a wire transfer scam was reported to the prosecutor's office in July 2024. The investigation, which lasted over a year, uncovered a complex web of financial transactions. The stolen money w...
Jack Doherty is back home and already making waves on social media. The internet personality, known for his viral flipping videos, was recently arrested in Miami. He faced three charges: possession of a controlled substance, possession of marijuana, and resisting arrest. The substances in question were amphetamine and a small amount of weed. In a surprising twist, J...
Recent events have put a spotlight on safety concerns in public transportation in Dallas. An 18-year-old, Lamon Rashaud Wynn II, now faces serious charges after a shooting on a DART train. Witnesses and security footage played a big role in identifying him. The incident happened near Akard Station, leaving the victim with serious injuries. The suspect's actions afte...
A long-awaited arrest has been made in a tragic shooting that shook Bessemer last year. Timothy O'Neal Lacey Jr. , a 21-year-old man, is now facing murder charges for the death of James S. Bowen Jr. , who was also 21. This case has been under investigation since September 2024, and it's about time some progress is seen. The hunt for Lacey ended when the U. S. Marsha...