Dylan S. Weeks, 23, from Du Quoin, Illinois, was involved in a serious head-on car accident on March 17, 2024, resulting in the death of an infant and serious injuries to his adult passenger. Weeks was arrested and charged with multiple counts of aggravated driving under the influence.
Bail for Milwaukie, Oregon’s Felipe Fernandez Martinez set at $250K
Felipe Hernandez Martinez, 47, was arrested in Milwaukie, Oregon, for allegedly kidnapping an 11-year-old girl on November 25, 2024. He reportedly picked her up from an apartment complex and drove her a short distance before she escaped. Hernandez faces charges of kidnapping and harassment, with a bond set at $250,000.
St. Helens, Oregon school principal Katy Wagner ordered to have no contact with Mark Collins, Eric Stearns
Dr. Kathryn Wagner, principal of St. Helens High School, faces charges for failing to report child abuse amid allegations of historical sexual abuse involving former teacher Mark Collins and current teacher Eric Stearns. Both men were indicted for multiple counts of sexual abuse. Wagner has pleaded not guilty to her charges.
Daniel Andreas San Diego biography: 10 things about Berkeley, California native
Daniel Andreas San Diego, an American animal liberationist and environmentalist, gained notoriety for his alleged involvement in bombings targeting corporations in California. Born in 1978, he disappeared in 2003. On November 25, 2024, he was arrested in Wales and appeared in court the following day.
14 men charged with human trafficking in Autauga County, Alabama
In a child sex trafficking operation conducted by the Autauga County sheriff's office from November 21-22, 2024, 15 men were arrested in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies. Charges included first-degree human trafficking and solicitation of a minor. The district attorney sought no bond for those charged under Alabama's Aniah's Law.
US Marshals arrest Waterbury, Connecticut’s Lance Benuet Morales in Fajardo, Puerto Rico
Lance "Macho" Benuet Morales, 23, was arrested in Puerto Rico and will be extradited to Connecticut. He is charged with murdering Jessiah Mercado and her infant son during a vehicle dispute. Morales, previously imprisoned for attempted assault, faces multiple serious charges. His bond is set at $3 million.
Bond for Chattanooga, Tennessee’s Sencere Hayes set at $2 million
Sencere Patrick Hayes, 22, is implicated in the murder of 22-year-old Mercedes Vega, who was an aspiring personal trainer. After a robbery incident in 2020, Vega was found dead in 2023. Hayes has a criminal history and was extradited to Arizona, with a bond set at $2 million and a court date on December 4, 2024.
Manhattan, New York City’s Henry Yau charged with identity theft conspiracy
Henry Yau, a former supervisory deportation officer for ICE, was arrested for improperly sharing confidential government information, benefiting 28 individuals. Meanwhile, Tommy Lin, a former NYC mayor's office director, was involved in a bank fraud conspiracy and arrested for identity theft and fraud charges. Both cases highlight serious misconduct.
Pam Bondi biography: 13 things about attorney born in Tampa, Florida
Pam Bondi Pamela Jo "Pam" Bondi is an American attorney, lobbyist and politician born in Tampa, Florida, United States and raised in Temple Terrace, Florida. She is the first woman elected as Florida attorney general. Bondi's father served as a city council member and mayor in Temple Terrace. She attended C. Leon King High School … Continue reading Pam Bondi biography: 13 things about attorney born in Tampa, Florida
Jose Antonio Ibarra biography: 15 things about Venezuelan man accused of killing Laken Riley
José Antonio Ibarra, a Venezuelan citizen, crossed into the U.S. in September 2023. He faced multiple arrests for various offenses, culminating in a murder charge for the disappearance of Laken Hope Riley in February 2024. He was found guilty of several crimes, including malice murder, during his trial in November 2024.
