Charges

Indiana Man Convicted on Multiple Felony Charges Involving Cocaine Distribution and Illegal Ammunition Possession

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SOUTH BEND, Ind. – A federal jury has convicted Orlando Rodriguez-Roman, a 42-year-old man from Goshen, Indiana, on multiple felony charges. The decision came after a three-day trial overseen by United States District Court Judge Damon R. Leichty, as announced by Acting United States Attorney Tina L. Nommay. Rodriguez-Roman was found guilty of attempted possession with intent to distribute over 500 grams of cocaine, possession with intent to distribute the same amount, and unlawful possession of ammunition by a convicted felon. The court has scheduled sentencing for April 29, 2025, where Rodriguez-Roman will face the … Read more

Jabrill Peppers Cleared of Charges in High-Profile Court Battle

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QUINCY, Mass. — In a courtroom in Quincy, New England Patriots safety Jabrill Peppers was acquitted Friday of assault and battery charges stemming from an incident in which he was accused of grabbing a man’s wrist forcefully. The jury’s decision concluded a trial that captured significant public interest, particularly among sports fans and legal observers. The verdict was delivered after a short deliberation period, following testimony from various witnesses including Peppers himself. During his testimony, Peppers demonstrated to the courtroom how the accuser had grabbed his wrist, asserting his actions were in self-defense. Peppers, dressed … Read more

Goshen Man Convicted on Firearm Charges After Domestic Altercation Leads to Home Search

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Goshen, NY — A local man has been convicted on multiple firearm charges following a jury decision in Orange County Court. The conviction of 47-year-old Justin Babik arises from evidence obtained during a search of his home which revealed a loaded semi-automatic handgun and an unfinished lower receiver, items he was prohibited from possessing due to prior convictions. The case dates back to an incident on May 8, 2024, involving a domestic argument between Babik and his son accompanied by threatening text messages sent by Babik, after which law enforcement intervened and later searched his … Read more

Flint Man Convicted on Severe Drug and Firearms Charges; Held Enough Fentanyl to be Lethal to Thousands

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Flint, Mich. – On Friday, a Flint man was found guilty on several counts related to drug and firearms offenses, highlighting ongoing concerns about narcotics distribution and associated violent crime in the region. Waverly Lee Trouser Jr., 46, faced court scrutiny after being charged with high-level drug possession aimed at distribution and multiple weapon-related felonies. The Genesee County Prosecutor’s Office announced that Trouser was convicted of eight charges. The charges included possession with intent to distribute a significant quantity of narcotics—specifically between 50 grams and 450 grams of both fentanyl and cocaine—a serious offense compounded … Read more