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Detroit, MI

Prince William County, VA

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Newport News, VA

The Quick Historian

WOODBRIDGE, Va. -- Authorities have apprehended a 28-year-old man following the discovery of the body of a missing 30-year-old mother last week. The Prince William County Police Department issued a news release stating that on Thursday, March 21, just before 9 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 12200 block of Stevenson Court for a missing persons inquiry. A family member had reported Taty’ana Cooks missing after she failed to collect her child from day care, prompting immediate concern.

Man arrested after his ex is found dead in garbage truck

Florida State

Palm Coast, FL

A woman was arrested last week after allegedly participating in a shoplifting game at a Walmart in Palm Coast, Florida. According to an FCSO News Release, on Monday, March 25, deputies responded to a report of a possible shoplifter at Walmart. Witnesses reported seeing 30-year-old Amber McCann leaving the store without showing her receipt for items in her cart, which raised suspicion.

Woman arrested for shoplifting and drug trafficking

Virginia State

Strasburg, VA

Tracy Leicher

SHENANDOAH COUNTY, Va. – Virginia State Police (VSP) continue to seek the public's help in identifying a vehicle that struck a pedestrian on March 23 and then left the scene.

Police Seek Witnesses in Hit-and-Run Crash That Killed Truck Driver

Webster County, GA

Preston, GA

A 36-year-old man faces multiple charges following a tragic incident over the weekend where his young daughters were found deceased inside a burning car. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation reported that on Saturday, March 30, authorities including the Webster County Sheriff's Office, Webster County Fire Department, EMS, and Georgia State Patrol responded to a residence in Preston concerning a car engulfed in flames. Upon extinguishing the fire, responders discovered the bodies of a 3-year-old girl and a 1-year-old girl inside the vehicle.

Man accused of locking daughters in car and setting it on fire, killing them

Old Bridge Township, NJ

Flour, Eggs and Yeast

It appears that a struggling chain may have recieved a desperately needed lifeline. The restaurant industry has been in a tailspin since covid, especially in the casual dining and bars segment. Many major chains have been heavily discounting food and drink in order to bring people in. Recently TGI Fridays has $5 Happy Hours and appears to be doubling down on the bar scene again. Some of the chains also have gone above and beyond lowering margins and in some cases quality to keep the lights on. With this latest move, it seems that the single bar scene may have new life, we learned one of the world’s largest casual dining companies that proudly serves guests with over 850 restaurants in more than 55 countries was about to be taken over.

Popular Restaurant Chain Sold Off to Avoid Closing Doors For Good

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

Anaheim, CA

NewSantaAna

The man pictured above is wanted for animal abuse stemming from an incident that occurred on the morning of Sunday, April 7, 2024, near Brookhurst St. and the I-5 , according to the Anaheim Police Department.

The Anaheim Police are trying to identify a man wanted for animal abuse

Everett, WA

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

New Jersey State

Newark, NJ

Morristown Minute

The elaborate scheme involved falsifying accounts receivable to secure and misuse a substantial line of credit. In a significant legal development, Nitin Vats, a former employee of the defunct New Jersey-based company Lotus Exim International Inc. (LEI), has admitted to participating in a fraudulent scheme that resulted in a $17 million loss to a bank. This confession was made before U.S. District Judge Susan D. Wigenton, marking a pivotal moment in the investigation led by U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger.

Former Employee Guilty of $17M Bank Fraud

Westminster, CA

A suspect removed a lock from a storage unit and took various items and fled, according to the Westminster Police Department . Suspect: Male (See picture), 6’0”, 170 pounds, wearing a construction vest and possibly had facial tattoos.

The Westminster Police are tring to identify a storage unit burglar

Irvine, CA

On Tuesday night, patrol officers contacted two people in a vehicle in the Walmart parking lot, according to the Irvine Police Department . During the investigation, officers found drug paraphernalia, a pepper ball gun , 800 fentanyl pills, and a large amount of methamphetamine.

Irvine police officers arrested a man who had drugs and a weapon in a car parked at a Walmart

Iowa State

Houston, TX

Margaret Minnicks

A man accused of serial bigamy posed as a pastor at small Black churches around the country, was sentenced to three years in prison after he was found to have had at least 10 wives whom he married for financial gain, according to the Christian Post.

Man posed as a pastor in small Black churches had at least 10 wives, including one in Virginia

Passaic County, NJ

NEWARK, NJ -Lorenzo Bowden, 39, entered his guilty plea in Newark federal court before U.S. District Judge Michael E. Farbiarz, acknowledging his role in a conspiracy to obstruct justice. The case centers on an incident from January 22, 2021, at the Passaic County Jail, where a pretrial detainee was assaulted after a confrontational act against another officer.

Correctional Officer Guilty: Obstructing Justice in Assault Case

While a lady was shopping at Home Goods, her wallet and credit cards were stolen from her purse on February 17, according to the Irvine Police Department . This real life Romeo is suspected of using the victim’s credit card to buy gift cards, flowers, and water in a nearby City.

Man wanted for stealing credit cards in Irvine and using them to buy cards and flowers

Chicago, IL

Natalie Frank, Ph.D.

Investigation launched into claims of financial mismanagement, sexual assault cover-up Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot has accepted the responsibility of investigating accusations against Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard regarding the alleged misuse of public funds and a purported cover-up of sexual assault claims.

Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot to Probe Alleged Misconduct by Dolton Mayor Tiffany Henyard

Placentia, CA

This past weekend, police officer Irvine and K9 officer Enzo conducted a traffic enforcement stop of a vehicle for an equipment violation, according to the Placentia Police Department .

A traffic stop in Placentia led to the seizure of 24 kilos of cocaine with the help of a K9 police dog

On Tuesday, April 2, 2024, a man entered the U.S. Bank on Barranca Parkway in Irvine and demanded money from a bank teller, according to the Irvine Police Department . The suspect entered the bank and demanded $18,000.00 from the bank teller using a note. The teller gave the suspect the money from the drawer, totaling $446.00. The suspect ran out of the bank and fled the area in a newer model white Toyota Sienna.

The Irvine Police are searching for a man in his 40’s who robbed a U.S. Bank

New Hampshire State

Laconia, NH

InDepthNH.org

Editor’s Note: The Attorney General’s Office is frequently using only initials instead of naming victims in news releases. In past years, initials were usually reserved for juveniles or sexual assault victims. Attorney General John Formella’s spokesman said: “The practice of using initials for victims is consistent with RSA 21-M:8-k requiring that victims are treated with fairness and respect for their dignity and privacy.” Other state departments and NH Courts are also sometimes using initials instead of names in official court records even when they are adults and not victims of sexual assault. InDepthNH.org believes this practice violates the state’s right-to-know law RSA 91a and the New Hampshire Constitution, is monitoring the situation and considering legal action. — Nancy West.

AG: No Jail Time for Guard Who Assaulted Inmate at Men’s Prison; Victim Not Named

Hamtramck, MI

Dearborn, MI

River Rouge, MI

Highland Park, MI

Grosse Pointe, MI

Ecorse, MI

Melvindale, MI

Hazel Park, MI

Warren, MI

Lincoln Park, MI

Harper Woods, MI

Ferndale, MI

Allen Park, MI

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