Crimes

Justice Served: Franklinton Man Found Guilty of Multiple Child Sex Crimes, Faces Life Sentence

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Franklinton, La. — A Washington Parish jury found 56-year-old Shannon Polkey guilty on May 22, 2025, after deliberations lasting just over an hour. Polkey was convicted on multiple counts, including two instances of first-degree rape involving children under 13, one count of sexual battery against a child under 13, and failing to register as a sex offender. The trial unfolded over four days, with Judge William H. Burris presiding. Assistant District Attorneys Zachary Popovich and Casey Allen, representing the Special Victims Unit, led the prosecution. Capt. Corbet Hunt of the Washington Parish Sheriff’s Office served … Read more

Defiance County Grand Jury Issues Indictments for Over $120,000 in Child Support Violations and Multiple Other Crimes

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Defiance, Ohio — A recent session of the Defiance County Grand Jury led to multiple indictments, highlighting ongoing issues related to child support and other criminal activities in the area. Prosecuting Attorney Morris J. Murray reported the findings of the Grand Jury’s proceedings on May 6, 2025. Among the most significant cases are five individuals indicted for failing to provide child support, collectively amassing over $120,000 in unpaid obligations. Michael Provilus, 35, of Binghamton, New York, faces two felony charges for non-support. He is accused of neglecting his duty to support his child, who is … Read more

West Virginia’s New ‘Lauren’s Law’ Ramps Up Penalties for Fentanyl Crimes Following Local Tragedy

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. — In a significant legislative move, West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey has enacted “Lauren’s Law,” a new statute set to substantially toughen the penalties for drug offenses, particularly those involving the deadly synthetic opioid, fentanyl. The law, which was signed on Thursday, represents a robust response to the escalating fentanyl crisis that has devastated many communities across the state. Named in memory of Lauren Cole, a 26-year-old West Virginia University alumna from Morgantown, the legislation emerges in the wake of her tragic death caused by unwittingly consuming drugs laced with fentanyl. This new … Read more

Road Rage Incident and Multiple Major Crimes Dominate Latest Round of 11 Indictments in Frederick County

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Frederick, Md.— The Frederick County Grand Jury issued 11 indictments on Friday, addressing a variety of serious allegations ranging from road rage incidents involving firearms to retail violence and complex robberies. These cases, now preparating for trial in Circuit Court, highlight a busy week for law enforcement and judicial officials. Among those indicted was Kamren Trey Morgan, 36, from Frederick. Morgan faces multiple charges including first-degree assault, reckless endangerment, and various firearms violations stemming from an incident on March 11, 2025. Authorities reported that during a road rage confrontation at Ballenger Creek Pike and English … Read more