Bars

Repeat Offender Convicted of Stalking in Fond du Lac, Risks Decades Behind Bars

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In Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, a jury recently reached a verdict in a disturbing case of repeated stalking, convicting a man already with a criminal past. The defendant, whose identity remains undisclosed, now faces the possibility of up to 44 years in prison following his conviction on multiple counts of stalking and related offenses. The case, which has captured the local community’s attention due to its troubling details, involved the man engaging in what authorities described as “vulgar and disturbing behavior.” According to officials, he persistently harassed an individual over a period, instilling significant fear … Read more

Inmate Orchestrates Elaborate Bitcoin ATM Scam from Behind Bars, Duping Florida Woman Out of $12,000

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Sarasota, Fla. — A Florida woman found herself out over $12,000 after falling victim to a sophisticated scam involving a fake sheriff’s deputy and a bitcoin ATM, federal authorities reported. The deceptive call, made to a Sarasota resident by an individual claiming to be a deputy, alleged that she had an outstanding warrant due to missed jury duty, pushing her to settle the matter through cryptocurrency. The orchestrators of this scam were revealed to be Anthony Sanders, a 28-year-old inmate from Georgia, and his accomplice, Marlita Andrews, also 28. According to federal prosecutors, Sanders conducted … Read more

North Carolina Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Bars and Restaurants in Landmark COVID-19 Insurance Claim

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Raleigh, North Carolina — In a landmark decision, the North Carolina Supreme Court recently ruled in favor of 15 local bars and restaurants in a dispute over COVID-19 insurance coverage with Cincinnati Insurance Company. This unanimous decision underscored the broad interpretation of “direct physical loss” under commercial property insurance policies, including losses stemming from government-mandated shutdowns due to the pandemic. The case, centered around North State Deli and 14 other businesses, has been closely watched for its potential implications on similar insurance disputes nationwide. The court’s interpretation extends coverage to encompass temporary closures and usage … Read more

Jury Awards $34 Million to Woman Wrongly Convicted of 2001 Murder After Nearly 16 Years Behind Bars

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Las Vegas, NV — A Las Vegas woman who endured nearly 16 years in prison after being wrongfully convicted of a 2001 murder received a vindication in federal court this week. A Nevada jury awarded over $34 million to Kristin Lobato, now 41 and going by the name Blaise, for her wrongful arrest, two erroneous convictions, and the subsequent time she spent incarcerated. The moment of justice unfolded in U.S. District Court where an emotional Lobato, tears streaming down her face, embraced her legal team following the announcement of the verdict. At the heart of … Read more