Chicago, IL

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A 46-year-old woman has been taken into custody under suspicion of kidnapping and fatally shooting a 35-year-old car salesman in February. Rosie Chavez, according to Chicago Police, is alleged to have fatally shot Crisoforo Osorio-Gonzalez on February 10 in the 3600 block of West 26th Street. Osorio-Gonzalez was found dead on February 13 in a Little Village alley.

Woman accused of kidnapping and killing salesman during test drive

Prince William County, VA

Newport News, VA

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

Iowa State

Virginia 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

Arkansas State

Little Rock, AR

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Ebby Jane Steppach, a young woman from Little Rock, Arkansas, vanished under mysterious circumstances on October 25, 2015, sparking a harrowing tale of a life cut short and justice sought in the face of tragedy.

The Tragic Disappearance and Murder of Ebby Jane Steppach: Seeking Justice Amidst Mystery

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

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

Westminster, CA

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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

Anaheim, CA

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

Huntington Beach, CA

On a Tuesday night (4-2-24) at approximately 9:45 pm, patrol officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle in the area of Hamilton Ave. and Brookhurst St. An officer located the vehicle and followed until several additional officers arrived to assist, according to the Huntington Beach Police Department .

Two burglary suspects were caught after a police pursuit in Huntington Beach

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

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

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

Colorado State

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Denver, CO

David Heitz

Of the more than 1,400 people experiencing homelessness housed by Denver Mayor Mike Johnston’s All in Mile High program, only two have chosen inpatient drug and/or alcohol treatment.

Two takers for inpatient rehab out of 1,400 Denver homeless people sheltered, dashboard shows

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

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

Texas State

Arlington, TX

Robert Russell Shaneyfelt

This post includes content modified using AI. The Arlington Police Department has begun an investigation into the death of a 62-year-old woman involved in an auto-pedestrian accident that happened on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. This incident is now under consideration by law enforcement officers.

Tragic Death: Arlington Woman Killed in Kroger Lot

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