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Postal Worker Arrested in Florida for Stealing Winning Lottery Ticket
true-crime1 month ago

Postal Worker Arrested in Florida for Stealing Winning Lottery Ticket

A Broward County USPS letter carrier, Lakaysha Lockhart, was arrested on July 23 after allegedly stealing a Florida Lottery winning ticket from the mail and redeeming a $2,600 prize at the Florida Lottery Miami District Office. The joint Florida Lottery Security and USPS OIG investigation said Lockhart admitted taking the ticket and cashing it. She faces multiple charges, including grand theft, mail theft, dealing in stolen property, filing a false claim for payment, and two counts of unlawful use of a two-way communications device; cases will be prosecuted separately due to multi-circuit jurisdiction.

via AOL.com|
#florida-lottery#grand-theft#local-crime
South Florida USPS Worker Accused of Stealing and Cashing Lottery Ticket
crime-and-courts1 month ago

South Florida USPS Worker Accused of Stealing and Cashing Lottery Ticket

A Hollywood, Florida USPS letter carrier is charged with stealing and cashing a winning $2,600 Pick 4 lottery ticket. She admitted to the theft after investigators traced the redeemed ticket to a June 19 Florida Lottery payout at the Miami District Office, and faces counts including grand theft, dealing in stolen property, petty theft, use of a two-way device to facilitate a felony, filing a false claim and obtaining mail by fraud or deception.

via NBC 6 South Florida|
#crime-and-courts#fraud#grand-theft
Florida Home Depot manager charged over $4M in unauthorized discounts
us-news4 months ago

Florida Home Depot manager charged over $4M in unauthorized discounts

Florida Home Depot manager Mauricio Jimenez, 48, was arrested on organized fraud and first-degree grand theft charges after allegedly slashing prices on about 4,500 transactions—totalling roughly $55 million—across multiple stores from December 2023 to April 2026 to boost his bonuses; the scheme allegedly cost the company more than $4 million in unauthorized discounts. Investigators say he abused internal systems to discount orders for repeat core clients; Jimenez was released on a $15,000 bond and ordered to stay away from Home Depot, while his lawyer denies any kickbacks. Home Depot did not comment.

via New York Post|
#discounts#florida#fraud
Passenger Uses Apple Watch to Track Stolen Luggage to Airport Worker's Home
crime2 years ago

Passenger Uses Apple Watch to Track Stolen Luggage to Airport Worker's Home

A Florida man, Junior Geneus Bazile, has been charged with felony grand theft after a passenger tracked her stolen luggage to his home using an electronic tracker. The luggage, containing valuable items, was taken from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport. Bazile, an airport store worker, was identified through CCTV footage and has pleaded not guilty. The airline issued a reimbursement to the victim.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#airport#crime#electronic-tracker
Spirit Airlines Passenger Uses Apple Watch to Find Stolen Luggage at Employee's Home
crime2 years ago

Spirit Airlines Passenger Uses Apple Watch to Find Stolen Luggage at Employee's Home

A Spirit Airlines passenger, Paola Garcia, tracked her stolen luggage to the home of Junior Bazile, an airport employee, using a pinging Apple Watch. Garcia found her suitcase but her valuables were missing. Bazile was arrested and charged with grand theft, and Garcia suspects a larger theft operation at the airport. Spirit Airlines reimbursed Garcia and is investigating the incident.

via New York Post |
#airport-employee#apple-watch#crime
Sean Kingston and Mother Arrested in $1M Fraud After SWAT Raid
crime2 years ago

Sean Kingston and Mother Arrested in $1M Fraud After SWAT Raid

Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother, Janice Turner, have been charged with multiple counts of fraud, grand theft, and identity theft, allegedly stealing over $1 million in money, jewelry, a Cadillac Escalade, and furniture. They were arrested following a SWAT raid, and both are currently in custody. Kingston's attorney claims they will address the charges in court and aims for a successful resolution.

via KABC-TV|
#arrest#crime#fraud
"23-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Stealing $2,500 Worth of Stanley Cups"
crime2 years ago

"23-Year-Old Woman Arrested for Stealing $2,500 Worth of Stanley Cups"

Delany Garcia-Lopez, 23, was arrested for stealing 65 Stanley Cups worth $2,500 from a store in Roseville, California, and was also charged with a DUI. If found guilty of grand theft, she could face up to three years in prison, while the DUI charge could result in informal probation and a fine. The popular drinkware has surged in popularity, leading to viral videos and even counterfeit products, with police warning against falling for scams.

via New York Post |
#arrest#crime#dui
"Woman Accused of Stealing $2,500 Worth of Stanley Cups Released on $150,000 Bond with GPS Monitor"
crime2 years ago

"Woman Accused of Stealing $2,500 Worth of Stanley Cups Released on $150,000 Bond with GPS Monitor"

Delany Garcia-Lopez, accused of stealing 65 Stanley cups worth $2,500, posted a $150,000 bond and will wear a GPS monitor after being charged with grand theft, DUI, and driving with a blood-alcohol level over the legal limit. Placer County officials emphasized the seriousness of theft and their commitment to holding criminals accountable. The stolen cups, popularized by social media influencers, were found in Garcia-Lopez's car after she refused to stop for store staff and attempted to flee.

via NBC News|
#bond#crime#gps-monitor
"Roseville Woman Arrested for Stealing $2,500 Worth of Stanley Cups"
crime2 years ago

"Roseville Woman Arrested for Stealing $2,500 Worth of Stanley Cups"

A 23-year-old Sacramento woman was arrested in Roseville for allegedly stealing $2,500 worth of Stanley water bottles from a store. Police responded to a theft at a store on Stanford Ranch Road and found 65 Stanley water bottles in the woman's car. The suspect, Delany Garcia-Lopez, was arrested for grand theft, and Roseville police advised against resorting to crime to fulfill hydration needs.

via KCRA Sacramento|
#crime#grand-theft#roseville
"Sacramento Woman Arrested for Stealing $2.5K Worth of Stanley Cups and Bottles"
crime2 years ago

"Sacramento Woman Arrested for Stealing $2.5K Worth of Stanley Cups and Bottles"

A 23-year-old Sacramento woman was arrested for grand theft after allegedly stealing 65 Stanley water bottles, valued at nearly $2,500, from a retail store in Roseville. The woman reportedly refused to stop when confronted and fled with the stolen merchandise in her vehicle. Police later located her and made the arrest. The Roseville Police Department warned against resorting to crime to fulfill hydration needs and emphasized the consequences of such actions.

via CBS Sacramento|
#crime#grand-theft#retail-theft
Florida Suspects Shocked by Tough-on-Crime Sheriff: 'Oh, my God! Not Grady Judd!'
crime2 years ago

Florida Suspects Shocked by Tough-on-Crime Sheriff: 'Oh, my God! Not Grady Judd!'

A burglary grand theft suspect in Florida bragged about getting out of jail quickly after his arrest, only to realize that he was in Polk County, where Sheriff Grady Judd enforces a tough-on-crime platform. The suspect, Tamari Lucas, expressed shock and concern upon learning about Sheriff Judd's reputation. Lucas has a lengthy criminal history with multiple felony convictions. Another suspect, a 14-year-old, was also arrested for grand theft auto. Sheriff Judd condemned the actions of the suspects and emphasized the need for accountability.

via Fox News|
#burglary#crime#florida
Ohio Contractor Indicted for Swindling Thousands in Home Improvement Scam
crime3 years ago

Ohio Contractor Indicted for Swindling Thousands in Home Improvement Scam

Warren County contractor Sam Zawosky has been indicted on six counts of grand theft, accused of swindling three customers out of $71,622. Zawosky, owner of Equality Contractors 1, LLC, allegedly failed to provide materials or perform promised services after entering into agreements with the consumers. The Ohio Attorney General's Economic Crimes Unit will prosecute the case and is urging potential victims or anyone with information to come forward.

via WLWT Cincinnati|
#consumer-protection#contractor#crime
Recent Arrest Reports: June 4-21, 2023.
crime3 years ago

Recent Arrest Reports: June 4-21, 2023.

The Alachua County Sheriff's Office Department of the Jail has released the jail booking log for June 20, 2023, which includes several arrests for charges such as domestic violence, battery, grand theft, and possession of controlled substances. Mugshots are included when available, and all suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

via Alachua Chronicle|
#arrests#battery#crime