All articles tagged with #criminal mischief
A 31-year-old man, Saif Kaleem of Tannersville, vandalized two pickleball nets at TLC Park and Mountain View Park in Pocono Township after injuring himself during play. Surveillance captured him cutting nets and leaving in a white Hyundai Tucson. Kaleem told police his summer was ruined by the injury, and he’s charged with criminal mischief, disorderly conduct, and trespassing.
Colorado authorities charged U.S. Customs and Border Protection officer Nicholas Rice with assault in the third degree and criminal mischief after video records him grabbing a protester by the hair, putting her in a chokehold and shoving her to the ground during a Durango demonstration over immigration enforcement; state investigators are reviewing the incident, and Rice is due to appear in court on May 27.
A 31-year-old Florida woman, Nicolette Keough of Pensacola, is charged with felony criminal mischief for allegedly urinating on items in two Airbnb rentals and filming the acts for money on an adult-site, resulting in more than $3,000 in damages. An owner reported the incident, Airbnb removed the guest, and hosts are being reimbursed through AirCover; Keough was arrested and released on bond as police continue their investigation.
Four University of Rochester students were arraigned on charges of second-degree criminal mischief for allegedly causing over $6,000 in damage by posting 'wanted' posters on campus. The posters accused certain faculty members of complicity in the Gaza conflict, sparking controversy over antisemitism and free speech. The students, who face up to seven years in prison if convicted, were released on their own recognizance. The university plans to conduct its own review, while the incident has divided opinions among students and faculty.
A New Hampshire man, Richard Ruddy, was arrested for trashing a convenience store and later returned to drive his car through its front door, leading to a second arrest and preventive detention.
A Lancaster man, Richard Ruddy, was arrested twice within three hours for damaging the Big Apple Store and then driving a car through its front doors. The store, the town's only 24-hour business, will be closed for several days during the holiday weekend, resulting in significant financial loss. Ruddy was initially released on bail but violated conditions by returning to the store, leading to his re-arrest and preventive detention.
Michael Cassidy, a former US Navy fighter pilot and failed Mississippi candidate, has been charged with fourth-degree criminal mischief for allegedly destroying a Satanic Temple display known as a Baphomet statue inside the Iowa Capitol. The display, permitted by Capitol rules, has drawn criticism from conservatives. Cassidy, a Republican, was defeated in a statehouse election in Mississippi in November. The Salem-based Satanic Temple, a non-theistic religious organization, advocates for secularism and is separate from the Church of Satan. Cassidy's arrest prompted the creation of a legal defense fund, which was temporarily halted but reopened due to potential additional charges.
Michael Cassidy, a former U.S. Navy fighter pilot and Republican candidate who recently lost a statehouse election in Mississippi, has been charged with fourth-degree criminal mischief after a Satanic Temple display inside the Iowa Capitol was destroyed. The display, known as a Baphomet statue, had drawn criticism from conservatives, including presidential candidate Ron DeSantis. Cassidy's campaign website describes him as a "Christian conservative," and he had expressed concern about the display on social media. The Satanic Temple stated that the display was "destroyed beyond repair," though part of it remains. Cassidy was released after his arrest, and a fund was set up for his legal defense.
Former Mississippi House candidate, Michael Cassidy, has been charged with fourth-degree criminal mischief after a Satanic Temple display, known as a Baphomet statue, was destroyed at the Iowa Capitol. The display, permitted by Capitol rules, has drawn criticism from conservatives. Cassidy, a Republican, was recently defeated in a statehouse election in Mississippi and is a former U.S. Navy fighter pilot. The Salem-based Satanic Temple, a non-theistic religious organization, advocates for secularism and is separate from the Church of Satan. Cassidy's campaign website remains active, and a fund was set up for his legal defense.
Armed EMTs in Kentucky subdued a woman who allegedly attacked a man with an ax before smashing a glass door at an emergency service station. The EMTs held her at gunpoint until police arrived. The suspect, Kellie Boggs, has been charged with assault and criminal mischief and is currently in custody. The victim sustained serious injuries and is receiving treatment at a local hospital.
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas was arrested and charged with simple battery and criminal mischief after allegedly throwing a brick at a construction worker's truck windshield and shoving him. The incident reportedly occurred because Thomas believed the truck was parked illegally. Thomas was cooperative with the police and has been released. There is no indication yet if the arrest will affect his status for the upcoming game against the Minnesota Vikings.
Dylan Getz, a 21-year-old man from Lititz, Lancaster County, has been charged by Lititz police for allegedly entering a home, clogging an upstairs sink, and flooding the house. The incident, which caused approximately $7,000 in damage, was reported on July 31. Getz was taken into custody on September 5 and is facing charges of burglary and criminal mischief. He has been released on bail.
A man from Klamath Falls, Oregon, who is accused of kidnapping a woman and locking her in his garage, attempted to escape from his own jail cell at the Jackson County jail. A maintenance worker noticed an unusual noise coming from the cell and alerted sheriff's deputies. The man now faces additional charges of attempted second-degree escape and first-degree criminal mischief.
A United Airlines pilot, Kenneth Henderson Jones, has been charged with criminal mischief for using an ax to destroy a barrier gate at an employee parking lot at Denver's airport. Jones claimed he hit his breaking point and was trying to help several drivers exit. After a scuffle with a lot attendant, he fled on foot but was later taken into custody by Denver police. United Airlines has removed Jones from the schedule and is conducting an internal investigation. The cost to fix the damaged parking arm is estimated to be around $300.
A United Airlines pilot has been charged with criminal mischief for allegedly using an ax to destroy a barrier gate at an employee parking lot at Denver's airport. The pilot claimed he hit his breaking point and was trying to help several drivers exit the lot. He was apprehended by a lot attendant and later taken into custody by Denver police. The airline has removed the pilot from the schedule and is conducting an internal investigation. The cost to fix the damaged parking arm is estimated to be around $300.