Former Customs and Border Protection Agent Found Guilty of Sexual Assault and Kidnapping of Minor

by on September 1, 2024 0

A former U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent, Aaron Mitchell, has been found guilty on federal civil rights and kidnapping charges after a jury deliberated for two days. Mitchell was convicted of sexually assaulting and abducting a minor, with the jury also finding that his actions included aggravated sexual abuse, kidnapping, and resulted in...

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Former ASU Standout, 49ers receiver Ricky Pearsall Shot in Robbery Attempt in San Francisco

by on September 1, 2024 0

Ricky Pearsall, a former Arizona State University football star and current wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers, was shot in the chest during an attempted robbery in San Francisco on Saturday afternoon. The 23-year-old is in serious but stable condition, according to the 49ers. The incident occurred around 3:30 PM PT in Union...

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Prostitution Site, ‘Backpage’, Owners Sentenced for Website Activities and Money Laundering

by on August 31, 2024 0

In a significant legal conclusion to one of the most notorious cases of online exploitation, a federal judge in Phoenix sentenced the three owners of ‘Backpage’, a widely criticized prostitution website, for their involvement in promoting prostitution and money laundering activities. The sentences mark a pivotal moment in the fight against online platforms that...

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Arizona Man Pleads Guilty to COVID-19 Relief Fraud, Faces Decades in Prison

by on August 31, 2024 0

Roy L. Layne, an Arizona man, has admitted to orchestrating a fraudulent scheme to pocket over $850,000 from the IRS and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), exploiting federal relief programs designed to help struggling Americans during the COVID-19 pandemic. Layne pleaded guilty to charges of wire fraud and filing a false refund claim...

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Grand Canyon Implements Stage 4 Water Restrictions Amid Ongoing Waterline Breaks

by on August 30, 2024 0

The Grand Canyon National Park will enforce Stage 4 water restrictions on the South Rim starting the afternoon of Thursday, August 29, following a series of four significant breaks in the 12½ mile-long Transcanyon Waterline. This waterline, crucial for supplying water to the park, has been compromised since July 8, leaving both the South...

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MCSO Cracks Down on Lake Safety and DUI Patrols This Labor Day Weekend

by on August 30, 2024 0

Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Emphasizes Safety for Labor Day Weekend at County Lakes As Labor Day weekend approaches, the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is urging lake-goers to prioritize safety while enjoying the holiday festivities. With increased activity expected at Maricopa County lakes, MCSO Lake Patrol has issued a clear message to the public:...

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Tucson Solar Company Owner Indicted on Multiple Fraud Charges

by on August 29, 2024 0

The owner of a Tucson-based solar company has been indicted on several federal charges, including bank fraud, wire fraud, and mail fraud. On August 14, 2024, a federal grand jury in Tucson returned an 11-count indictment against Daniel Jarrett Ridlinghafer, 37, of Marana, Arizona. Ridlinghafer, who owned and operated Psalm 112 LLC, doing business...

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