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Secret Stairways and Massive Stashes: NYC Authorities Bust Major Illegal Marijuana Operations

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Staten Island, NY — A clandestine operation was unearthed beneath the streets of Staten Island this week as city authorities conducted a series of raids on illegal marijuana dispensaries, revealing a sophisticated network of illicit drug sales rampant across the borough. Among the establishments targeted was Richmond Discount & Accessories, where officials discovered a hidden staircase leading to an array of controlled substances cleverly concealed in a basement. During the operation, Sheriff’s deputies and New York City police encountered a large and organized assortment of cannabis products neatly arranged, signaling a high-volume operation. This stash … Read more

Multiple State Authorities Nab Felon for Illegal Firearms Possession in Ohio County

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EVANSVILLE, Ind. – A 29-year-old Ohio County man has been indicted by a federal grand jury for unlawfully possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. Christopher Saunders was apprehended last December by deputies, who discovered that he had active warrants in Indiana, Florida, and Ohio. Department of Justice officials have revealed that Saunders was found to be in possession of multiple firearms, including a Taurus .40-caliber semiautomatic pistol, a Hermann Weihrauch .32-caliber revolver, and a Companhia Braziliera de Cartuchos .410-gauge single-shot break-action shotgun, along with ammunition. However, Saunders’ criminal history, which includes prior convictions for … Read more

Pitt County Authorities Crack Down on Non-Compliant Sex Offenders, Leading to 16 Arrests

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GREENVILLE, Pitt County – Sixteen registered sex offenders in Pitt County, North Carolina, have been charged with not following the state’s sex offender registration laws. The Pitt County Sheriff’s Office collaborated with the U.S. Marshals and N.C. Department of Corrections in a joint operation called Operation Heartbreaker in February 2024. The operation aimed to ensure compliance of sex offenders with state laws. During the operation, law enforcement officers conducted more than 300 checks to verify the adherence of sex offenders to registration requirements. As a result of their efforts, 16 individuals were arrested for violations … Read more

Elusive Escapee: Evading Trial, Authorities Hunt Man Accused of Dodging Jury Duty

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MAHANOY CITY, PENNSYLVANIA — Authorities are searching for a fugitive who failed to appear for his jury trial. The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, is wanted on multiple charges and is now on the run from law enforcement. Local law enforcement agencies have been actively seeking the fugitive, who was scheduled to stand trial on various criminal charges. However, when the time came for him to appear in court, he failed to show up, prompting authorities to issue a warrant for his arrest. The charges against the fugitive remain unknown, as officials have … Read more