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crime5 days ago•2 min saved

California mother gets decades-long sentence for hosting teen, alcohol-fueled parties

A California mother, Shannon O’Connor, was sentenced to up to 35 years and 10 months in state prison after being convicted of organizing alcohol-fueled, sexualized parties for teens and for facilitating nonconsensual sexual activity among minors; victims included some as young as 11–12. She has already earned about 9.5 years of credit, leaving roughly 27 years to serve, with the possibility of reductions for good behavior and an appeal pending.

via NBC News|

#california #crime #prison-sentence

crime-and-courts5 days ago•8 min saved

Los Gatos mom handed maximum term for orchestrating teen parties and coercion

Shannon O’Connor, the Los Gatos “party mom,” was sentenced to 35 years and 10 months in prison after a jury found she hosted alcohol-fueled teen parties and pressured underage attendees to have sex, grooming and exploiting her son’s friends; prosecutors urged the maximum sentence, arguing the case was one of a kind and that victims endured lasting trauma.

via Los Angeles Times|

#crime-and-courts #los-gatos #party-mom

college-sports1 month ago•18 min saved

Gophers QB Drake Lindsey Arrested in Arkansas Over Fake ID

Gophers quarterback Drake Lindsey, 20, was arrested in Fayetteville, Ark., after allegedly using a fraudulent ID to drink alcohol; he was booked for minor in possession and possession of a fraudulent ID, then released on a $470 bond with a June 29 court hearing. Lindsey is a team captain entering his second season as starter, and Minnesota said it will address the matter internally.

via Pioneer Press|

#arkansas #college-sports #drake-lindsey

sports1 month ago•3 min saved

Gophers QB Drake Lindsey Charged in Arkansas for Underage Drinking and Fake ID

Minnesota quarterback Drake Lindsey was arrested in Fayetteville, Arkansas, on charges of minor in possession of alcohol and possession of fraudulent identification. He was booked around 1:13 a.m. and released on a $470 bond; he’s due in court June 1. The Gophers said they will address the situation internally, and Lindsey, a redshirt sophomore, enters the season as the starter after a spring game showing and growing draft buzz.

via Sports Illustrated|

#college-football #drake-lindsey #fake-id

crime1 year ago•2 min saved

Dartmouth Greek Life Members Charged in Student's Death

Two members of Dartmouth College's Beta Alpha Omega fraternity and the Alpha Phi sorority have been charged in connection with the death of student Won Jang, who drowned after attending an off-campus party where alcohol was served to underage attendees. Jang, who could not swim, was found dead in a river with a blood alcohol level over twice the legal limit. Both Greek organizations have been suspended pending an internal investigation by Dartmouth College.

via NPR|

#crime #dartmouth-college #fraternity

crime1 year ago•0 min saved

Dartmouth Sorority and Fraternity Members Charged in Student's Death

A Dartmouth College sorority and two fraternity members have been charged in connection with the death of a student, Won Jang, who drowned after attending an off-campus party where alcohol was allegedly served to underage students. The incident occurred in Hanover, New Hampshire, and led to an investigation following the recovery of Jang's body from the Connecticut River.

via The Washington Post|

#crime #dartmouth-college #fraternity

crime1 year ago•1 min saved

Dartmouth Fraternity and Sorority Members Charged in Student's Death

Two individuals have been charged with misdemeanors for providing alcohol to minors in connection with the death of Dartmouth College student Won Jang, who was found dead by the Connecticut River after attending a fraternity party. The sorority Alpha Phi has also been charged as a corporation for facilitating the underage drinking event. Dartmouth College has suspended both Alpha Phi and Beta Alpha Omega pending an internal investigation.

via ABC News|

#crime #dartmouth-college #fraternity

tragedy2 years ago•2 min saved

Father's Unwavering Belief: Son Survives Fatal Cruise Ship Jump

Francel Parker, father of 20-year-old Levion Parker who fatally jumped from a Royal Caribbean cruise, questions how his son was served so much alcohol despite being underage. He insists his son wasn't suicidal and blames the incident on drunken ignorance. Witnesses reported an argument before the impulsive leap, but Francel remains hopeful and believes his son, an outdoorsman, is still alive. Royal Caribbean has not addressed witness statements about Levion being drunk and has stated they are providing support to the family.

via The Daily Beast|

#cruise #family-tragedy #fatal-jump

crime2 years ago•1 min saved

"Teen Escapes After 6-Day Captivity in Big Bear Kidnapping Case"

A 17-year-old girl was held captive for six days by a 26-year-old man in the Big Bear area of California, where she was sexually assaulted, forced to drink alcohol, and given very little food and water. The girl managed to escape and seek help from a local business, leading to the man's arrest on charges of kidnapping, false imprisonment, and rape. He was released on bail, and it's unclear if he and the victim knew each other.

via KABC-TV|

#big-bear #california #crime

health2 years ago•3 min saved

"Teen Substance Abuse Linked to Stress and Mental Health Issues, CDC Study Reveals"

A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveals that stress and anxiety are primary factors driving substance abuse among teenagers, with mental health challenges being a dominant motivation. The study, based on data from over 16,000 teenagers, highlights the link between substance use and mental health issues, emphasizing the need for targeted mental health treatment for teens. The findings also underscore the significance of addressing stress reduction and mental health concerns to reduce underage substance use, particularly alcohol, which the CDC identifies as a significant public health problem in the U.S.

via Deseret News|

#cdc #health #mental-health

entertainment2 years ago•0 min saved

"Hill House Actor Arrested in Fayetteville"

Paxton Singleton, known for his role in "The Haunting of Hill House," was arrested in Fayetteville for loitering and possessing alcohol as a minor. The 19-year-old actor was released from the Washington County Detention Center and has court dates scheduled for January and February.

via KNWA|

#arrest #entertainment #fayetteville

safety2 years ago•3 min saved

"Helping a Friend: Dealing with a Sober Friend Driving Drunk"

A TikTok user shared a story about how she and her friends dealt with a drunk driver by pretending to need to vomit to get the driver to pull over and let them out of the car. The video has drawn over 6.8 million views, with many viewers praising her actions and offering additional options for dealing with unsafe drivers.

via The Daily Dot|

#designated-driver #drunk-driving #safety

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Jenna Bush Hager Claims 'Today' Producers Shame Her Drinking

Jenna Bush Hager accuses Today show producers of shaming her and her sister, Barbara Bush, over an incident involving underage drinking that occurred over 20 years ago. During a segment on the show, the sisters were asked about their first cocktail, prompting Jenna to criticize the producers for bringing up their past misdemeanors. Despite feeling slighted, the sisters eventually answered the question and moved on.

via Yahoo Life|

#barbara-bush #entertainment #jenna-bush-hager

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Jenna Bush Hager Takes a Stand Against 'Today' Crew's Shaming Tactics

Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush called out the producers of the "Today" show for asking them about their "first cocktail" during a game segment, which seemed to shame them for their 2001 underage drinking bust. Despite the question, the sisters revealed their drink of choice at the time. Jenna later shared that their father, George W. Bush, wasn't upset with them and instead blamed himself for allowing them to act like "normal" teenagers. She praised her parents for giving her a chance to fail while growing up.

via Page Six|

#barbara-bush #entertainment #george-w-bush

legalcrime2 years ago•2 min saved

$15 Million Settlement Reached in Murdaugh Boat Crash Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Parker's Kitchen, the store that sold beer to Paul Murdaugh before a fatal boat crash that killed Mallory Beach, has agreed to pay $15 million in a settlement to Beach's family. The incident set off a chain of events that led to the murder of Paul and his mother by his father, Alex Murdaugh, who was trying to cover up a scandal involving fraud and opioid addiction within the wealthy South Carolina family. The settlement serves as a warning to establishments that enable underage drinking, emphasizing the need to be held accountable for illegal alcohol sales.

via The Washington Post|

#legalcrime #mallory-beach #parkers-kitchen