SUFFOLK COUNTY, New York — What began as an effort to help those in need turned into a year-long criminal operation, as 16 people have been arrested and charged in connection with an elaborate scheme to steal clothing donations from charity bins across Long Island. Half a Million Pounds of Clothing Stolen According to Suffolk…
OMAHA, Nebraska — The man accused of shooting an Omaha police officer earlier this week had previously been denied a handgun permit — but later had his gun rights restored under Nebraska’s permitless carry law, known as Legislative Bill 77 (LB 77), which took effect in 2023. Suspect Identified as Shedrick Mills Court records show…
OMAHA, Nebraska — Omaha police are searching for a masked man who threatened to shoot customers and employees during a robbery at a Walmart store near 50th and L Streets late last month. Suspect Threatened to Open Fire According to police, the robbery occurred around 10 p.m. on August 29, when the suspect — described…
PONCA CITY, Oklahoma — Police in northern Oklahoma arrested a man over the weekend after witnesses reported seeing him repeatedly punching a deer in the head on the side of the road — and even taking swings at passing vehicles. Bizarre 911 Calls Lead Police to the Scene The Ponca City Police Department received multiple…
STURGIS, South Dakota — A 15-year-old girl escaped captivity from a Sturgis residence earlier this week, leading investigators to a multi-county pursuit that ended with the arrest of a convicted felon now facing new kidnapping and rape charges, according to authorities. Teen Escapes and Alerts Police The Sturgis Police Department said the girl managed to…
RAPID CITY, South Dakota — After days of testimony and emotional courtroom exchanges, the fate of 24-year-old Ezekiel Mayweather now rests in the hands of the jury. Mayweather faces charges of aiding and abetting and conspiracy to commit first-degree murder in connection with the 2024 killing of Esther Wolfe. Closing Arguments Delivered After Lengthy Trial…
DAYTONA BEACH SHORES, Florida — What began as a Good Samaritan act turned dangerous Monday night when a Florida man stopped to help someone waving for assistance — only to find himself staring down the barrel of a gun. Suspect Pulled Gun on Motorist After Asking for Ride According to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office,…
LINCOLN COUNTY, Oklahoma — A 31-year-old Oklahoma man is behind bars after a fatal crash between Harrah and Meeker left an 11-month-old baby dead and two others injured, according to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol. Crash Kills Infant, Injures Two Others Authorities say the crash happened along a rural stretch of Highway 62 in Lincoln County,…
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma — Two men from Houston, Texas, were arrested last week after an Oklahoma City Police Department sting operation caught them in the act of targeting ATM users and attempting to steal cash from vehicles. Undercover Officers Catch “Jugging” Suspects in Action Police say the two suspects were involved in a type of…
OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma — Police are investigating a frightening firearm incident that unfolded near a school bus carrying children in northwest Oklahoma City on Wednesday afternoon. Weapon Brandished Near Bus Stop The Oklahoma City Police Department confirmed that the incident began after a dispute between students on the bus. When the bus stopped around 4:40…