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Indiana Won't Charge Tim Hortons Employee After 75-Year-Old's Death
crime-and-justice16 days ago

Indiana Won't Charge Tim Hortons Employee After 75-Year-Old's Death

An Allen County prosecutor in Indiana announced that no criminal charges will be filed after a May 13 altercation at a Fort Wayne Tim Hortons left 75-year-old Anita Grayson dead. Surveillance and witnesses supported that Grayson initiated the confrontation, while investigators found the employee(s)’ actions justified as defense of a minor coworker and self-defense; the medical examiner could not prove the death was caused by the altercation beyond reasonable doubt, leading to the case closure.

Former WVU Doctor Charged With Deliberate Transmission of Genital Herpes
crime21 days ago

Former WVU Doctor Charged With Deliberate Transmission of Genital Herpes

A former West Virginia University School of Medicine doctor, John Jacob Pisquiy, 35, is charged with knowingly exposing others to HSV-2 (genital herpes) after testing positive in 2025 and 2026. Witnesses say he hid his infection and denied it when confronted. He faces one count of communication of disease and one count of domestic battery and is free on bond as the Monongalia County investigation continues.

Arnold clears waivers, remains a free agent amid pending charges
sports1 month ago

Arnold clears waivers, remains a free agent amid pending charges

Terrion Arnold cleared waivers and remains a free agent with $4.848 million guaranteed left over the next two seasons; no team claimed him, despite reports of interest from three NFL teams. The pending criminal charges (armed robbery/kidnapping from February 2026) could affect his NFL prospects. Arnold was a 2024 first-round pick by the Lions, appearing in 16 games with 15 starts as a rookie and 8 games with 7 starts last season.

Air Canada pilot charged after flying 900+ flights with forged license
crime2 months ago

Air Canada pilot charged after flying 900+ flights with forged license

A former Air Canada pilot, Geoffrey Wall, is charged after allegedly piloting more than 900 flights from 2009 to 2025 without the required Airline Transport Pilot License. Police say Wall falsely represented his qualifications to his employer and regulator; Air Canada says safety remained intact due to ongoing training and checks. Wall retired in 2025 and faces seven criminal counts, including fraud over $5,000 and forging documents, with a court appearance set for June 29, 2026. Police allege he earned about CAD 3 million during his nearly 17 years as captain.

Ex-CIA Officer Allegedly Hoarded $40 Million in Gold at Home
politics3 months ago

Ex-CIA Officer Allegedly Hoarded $40 Million in Gold at Home

A former CIA senior officer with top-secret clearance is charged with criminal theft of public money after authorities say he secretly stored about 300 gold bars worth over $40 million at his home and lied about his background for years. The FBI seized the gold, cash, and watches during a raid, and the case raises questions about the effectiveness of the government's continuous vetting and background-check programs for intelligence personnel.

Mass. McDonald’s Fry-Consumption Clip Sparks Criminal Charges
us-news3 months ago

Mass. McDonald’s Fry-Consumption Clip Sparks Criminal Charges

A Massachusetts McDonald’s employee who appeared in a viral clip stuffing fries into her mouth and returning them to a box will face criminal charges, with police saying she’ll be formally charged at Dudley District Court. The restaurant fired her and the coworker who filmed, while health officials reviewed the incident and found no public health violations; investigators are determining whether the fries were served to customers.

Duggar Sister Speaks Out as Brother Joseph Faces Child-Molestation Charges
entertainment5 months ago

Duggar Sister Speaks Out as Brother Joseph Faces Child-Molestation Charges

Jill Duggar and husband Derick Dillard publicly addressed her brother Joseph Duggar’s arrest on child-molestation charges, saying they were shocked, condemning abuse, and sending prayers and support to the alleged juvenile victim and to Joseph’s wife Kendra Caldwell and their four children, while affirming faith in the rule of law and awaiting justice.

Capitol Hill pipe-bomber case tests reach of Trump Jan. 6 pardons
politics5 months ago

Capitol Hill pipe-bomber case tests reach of Trump Jan. 6 pardons

Brian Cole Jr., accused of planting pipe bombs outside the RNC and DNC on Jan. 5–6, 2021, is asking a judge to dismiss the charges by arguing that President Trump’s sweeping Jan. 6 pardons should apply to him. The defense contends the pardons cover offenses related to the events at or near the Capitol, though it’s unclear if they extend to Cole’s alleged conduct. The case highlights ongoing debates about how broadly the pardons reach, amid similar questions in other rioter cases with varied outcomes.

Alaia Baldwin Aronow Could Face Jail Time Over 2024 Georgia Bar Fight
entertainment6 months ago

Alaia Baldwin Aronow Could Face Jail Time Over 2024 Georgia Bar Fight

Alaia Baldwin Aronow, Hailey Bieber’s sister, faces potential jail time after Georgia prosecutors filed charges related to a 2024 bar fight at Club Elan, including simple battery, simple assault, battery and criminal trespass. Her arraignment is set for April 23, with a possible sentence of up to one year if convicted. Prosecutors say she attacked two staff members and threw a used tampon at a bartender, though she has claimed self-defense and had previously entered a diversion program. The update follows Hailey Bieber addressing marriage speculation in the press.