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A body found near a Bexar County railroad is believed to be connected to the six people found dead inside a boxcar in Laredo during a suspected human-smuggling operation. The Bexar County Medical Examiner will identify the man and determine the cause of death, while Union Pacific Police and Homeland Security Investigations continue the broader investigation into the incident.
The New Orleans sheriff, Susan Hutson, and her chief financial officer, Bianka Brown, were indicted on a 30-count and a 20-count slate respectively, alleging malfeasance, conspiracy, payroll fraud and obstruction linked to jail operations and a May 2025 mass escape. Hutson’s term ends soon; bonds were set at $300,000 for Hutson and $200,000 for Brown, passports must be surrendered, and both must stay in Louisiana. Former interim New Orleans police chief Michelle Woodfork will take office in May to replace Hutson, with officials pledging accountability and improved jail oversight.
Liberty Young, a 17-year-old who was reported missing after being last seen near North Henderson High School on April 21, was found safe on April 22, with authorities noting she may be in the Hendersonville area.
A Tulare County sheriff’s deputy was fatally shot while serving an eviction notice in Porterville, triggering a lengthy standoff during which deputies were fired upon; the suspect, a 60-year-old man who hadn’t paid rent for 35 days, was killed when an armored SWAT vehicle drove into the yard and ran him over, ending the confrontation. The deputy killed was Detective Randy Hoppert, and residents were evacuated as schools went on lockdown.
Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco, a Republican candidate for governor, seized 426 additional ballot boxes as part of a criminal probe into alleged voter irregularities, adding to a prior seizure of about 650,000 ballots. State officials led by Attorney General Rob Bonta say the investigation lacks credible evidence and have filed lawsuits to pause or challenge it; a separate lawsuit seeks to block a recount tied to last year’s Prop 50. A UCLA Voting Rights Project suit and a secretary of state critique underscore concerns about undermining public trust in elections, while a court panel denied a bid to stop the recount. Critics note a claimed discrepancy of 45,896 votes versus the actual difference of 103, highlighting the dispute over the case’s basis.
An Arkansas man facing murder charges won the nomination for Lonoke County sheriff in a local race, a surprising outcome as he contends with ongoing legal proceedings.
Two Missouri sheriff’s deputies were fatally shot in Christian County—one during a traffic stop and another hours later during a gunfight with the suspect, who was also killed; two additional deputies were wounded.
Eight of the nine skiers missing after a Sierra Nevada avalanche have been found dead, with one still unaccounted for as authorities pivot from rescue to recovery amid ongoing dangerous weather and high avalanche risk. Six others were rescued earlier, with some in hospital, while officials urge people to heed avalanche forecasts and avoid backcountry travel as the situation continues to unfold.
A grenade went missing from a scene of an explosion at a Los Angeles Sheriff's training facility that killed three deputies, prompting an investigation and policy review. The explosion involved military-style grenades, one of which detonated, and the missing grenade is under investigation. The incident marks the deadliest for the department since 1857, with authorities examining all safety procedures.
Former Kentucky Sheriff Shawn Stines has been arraigned on a murder charge related to the shooting of a judge. The case has drawn significant attention due to Stines' previous law enforcement role.
Ryan Borgwardt, who faked his disappearance by staging an overturned kayak in Big Green Lake, has been contacted by the Green Lake County Sheriff. Borgwardt detailed his escape plan, which involved using an e-bike, inflatable boat, and buses to flee to eastern Europe. The sheriff's office is considering charges of obstruction and seeking restitution for search efforts. Borgwardt has not spoken to his family since leaving, and no arrest warrant has been issued, with hopes he will return voluntarily.
An Ohio sheriff's lieutenant, John Rodgers, has apologized after making social media posts stating he would refuse to assist Democratic voters and would require proof of voting choice before providing aid. The Clark County Sheriff's Office deemed the comments "highly inappropriate" and issued Rodgers a written reprimand for violating social media policy. Rodgers attributed the posts to side effects from sleep aids and has since deactivated his Facebook account and sought alternative medication. The incident has heightened tensions in Springfield, Ohio, amid ongoing false claims about the Haitian community.
The King County, Washington sheriff has instructed deputies not to enforce a new Burien ordinance outlawing homeless encampments near certain locations, citing concerns over its constitutionality. Burien's mayor is examining the city's agreement with the sheriff's office and may consider establishing a city-run police department if the agreement was broken. The ordinance prohibits overnight sleeping on public property if shelter is available, and camping during daytime hours. The sheriff's decision was made without informing city officials, leading to tensions between the city and county authorities.
The body of missing 13-year-old Madeline Soto has been found in a wooded area in Florida, and authorities have arrested her mother's boyfriend, Stephan Sterns, for sexual battery and possession of child sexual abuse material. Sterns, who was the last person to see Soto, is in custody on these charges. The Orange County Sheriff's office confirmed the discovery of Soto's body, and earlier announced that they are confident she is deceased.
The sheriff of Athens-Clarke County, where Venezuelan migrant Jose Antonio Ibarra has been charged with the murder of nursing student Laken Riley, campaigned on a platform of not cooperating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). This resurfaced interview has sparked controversy following the brutal murder. Ibarra, who entered the country illegally in 2022, was released pending deportation proceedings and had a history of run-ins with the law before the tragic incident. The mayor of Athens faced heckling over his immigration stance, while the city expressed deep sorrow for the tragedy and emphasized that the responsibility for the crime lies solely with the perpetrator.