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Beware of New Scam Wave Preying on Clark County Residents: Fake Jury Duty Warrants Demand Private Information and Payments

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Vancouver, Washington residents are being targeted in a new wave of scams that involve claims of missed jury duty. Scammers are contacting individuals via phone and other methods, informing them that they must provide personal information and payment to avoid being jailed. The Clark County Superior Court Administration has received approximately 20 emails and phone calls about this scam in the past week alone. In a statement released on Thursday, the court made it clear that they do not initiate calls regarding warrants, fines, fees, or payments related to jury service. They emphasized that they … Read more

Nevada Man Indicted by Grand Jury for Shocking Attack on Clark County Judge during Court Hearing

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LAS VEGAS (AP) – A grand jury has indicted a man from Nevada on charges of attempted murder and other crimes for attacking a judge during a court hearing. The incident, which was captured in a viral video, occurred on January 3 when Deobra Redden leaped over the bench and assaulted Justice Court Judge Mary Kay Holthus. Redden was appearing in court for sentencing in a separate case at the time. According to reports, Redden was indicted on nine charges related to the attack, including attempted murder of a victim over 60 years old, battery … Read more

Clark County Judge Attacked in Las Vegas Courtroom; Updates on Injured Victims Provided

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LAS VEGAS – A district court judge in Las Vegas is recovering after being attacked by a defendant during a courtroom proceeding. Judge Mary Kay Holthus was injured but has since been released from medical assistance, according to Clark County Chief Judge Jerry Wiese. The attack occurred as the judge was preparing to sentence Deobra Redden, a three-time felon, for attempted battery with substantial bodily harm. Redden lunged over the bench and attacked Judge Holthus. Shane Brandon, a court marshal who was present during the attack, sustained a head injury and was taken to the … Read more