Possession

Multiple Arrests in Grundy County: Charges Range from Felony Drug Possession to First Degree Murder

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MORRIS, Ill. — A Grundy County grand jury delivered multiple indictments on Wednesday, shedding light on a variety of serious charges ranging from drug offenses to first-degree murder across several individuals. The legal actions signal an intensified crackdown on various criminal activities within the community. Among those indicted, Abigail Watson, a 24-year-old from Litchfield, Michigan, faces charges for the unlawful possession of a controlled substance. Similarly, Ahstazia Ellis, 26, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, has been charged with aggravated fleeing and eluding police. Both offenses are classified as class four felonies, illustrating the severity of the charges. … Read more

York County Man Faces Federal Indictment Over Illegal Firearm Possession

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YORK COUNTY, Pa. — A Pennsylvania man faces federal charges after a grand jury indicted him for illegal possession and the obliteration of firearm serial numbers, authorities disclosed. Andie Hartley, 38, of Felton, Pa., was charged by a federal grand jury on February 5 for owning firearms despite prohibitions against him. The indictment came after an investigation revealed that on April 9, 2024, Hartley was found in possession of two firearms. According to the U.S. Attorney’s Office, these were identified as a Smith and Wesson .40 caliber pistol and a .22 caliber H&R Victor revolver, … Read more

Orange County DA Secures Conviction in High-Stakes Parolee Firearm Possession Case

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Goshen, N.Y. – Justin Babik, a 47-year-old resident of Goshen, faces up to 15 years in prison after being convicted on charges of illegal weapon possession. The verdict was delivered following a jury trial in Orange County Court, where Babik was found guilty of criminal possession of a weapon in the second and fourth degrees. The charges stemmed from an incident on May 8, 2024, when Babik reportedly became embroiled in a heated argument with his son, during which he sent threatening text messages. Alarmed, his son contacted the Village of Goshen Police Department. Babik … Read more

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