Fugitive

Judge Dismisses Defamation Lawsuit Against Sheriff Over ‘Wheel of Fugitive’ Broadcasts

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Melbourne, Fla. – A judge has dismissed a defamation lawsuit involving Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey and his creative but contentious effort to capture fugitives, dubbed “Wheel of Fugitive.” The program, which took inspiration from the popular game show “Wheel of Fortune,” featured Ivey spinning a wheel with names and photos of wanted individuals, sparking widespread attention and debate. The lawsuit was brought forth by a Florida man, Dillon Webb, who claimed that his inclusion in one of these weekly videos led to public ridicule and emotional stress. Webb argued that the depiction was inaccurate … Read more

Cleveland County Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict: Woman Convicted of Second-Degree Murder and Harboring a Fugitive

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OKLAHOMA CITY – A woman in Cleveland County, Oklahoma, has been found guilty of second-degree murder and harboring a fugitive for the death of Timothy Johnson. The verdict was reached by a local jury on Friday. Jennifer Gerner was convicted in connection to an incident that took place on November 15, 2022. On that day, Oklahoma City Police Department (OKCPD) officials responded to a call regarding Johnson, who was wanted on a felony warrant from Missouri. Upon arriving at the scene, Gerner allowed officers to search her trailer for Johnson. During the search, Johnson was … Read more

Lompoc Police Officer Injured in High-Stakes Collision While Aiding U.S. Marshals in Hunt for Fugitive

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Lompoc, California – A Lompoc police officer sustained injuries in a collision that occurred on A Street Thursday morning. The accident took place while the police officers were providing assistance to a U.S. Marshals Service fugitive apprehension team. Details regarding the exact cause of the collision have not been released by the Lompoc Police Department. However, it is evident that the incident occurred during the search for a wanted subject. The involvement of multiple law enforcement agencies suggests the seriousness of the situation. Law enforcement officials often work collaboratively to ensure the safety of the … Read more