Sheriffs

Alert Issued in Fond du Lac: Beware of Jury Duty Scam Pretending to be Sheriff’s Office Calls

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FOND DU LAC, Wis. — Authorities in Fond du Lac County are issuing a caution regarding an ongoing jury duty scam, alerting residents to be wary of fraudulent calls. According to the sheriff’s office, this scam surfaced noticeably on April 4 and 5, with numerous reports from local citizens being lodged with law enforcement. The scheme involves an individual who masquerades as a Fond du Lac County Sheriff’s Office officer. Utilizing advanced technology, these fraudsters manipulate the caller ID to display the Sheriff’s Office Communications Center’s non-emergency number, thereby enhancing the deceit’s credibility. Potential victims … Read more

Family Seeks Justice in Lawsuit Against Sheriff’s Office After Tragic Death in High-Speed Chase

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DAYTON, Ohio – A high-speed chase that resulted in the death of 35-year-old Colby Ross last year has led his family to file a lawsuit against several officers in the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, alleging negligence and violation of pursuit protocols. The announcement was made by the family and their legal representatives at a press conference Monday afternoon. According to officials, on May 20, 2024, deputies engaged in a pursuit of Melissa Hutchins after she fled from a routine traffic stop near Miller Lane and Benchwood Road. Although Hutchins initially evaded capture, she was later … Read more

Jury Selected for High-Profile Elmira Trial of Woman Accused in Sheriff’s Investigator Attack

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Elmira, NY—After an extensive eight-hour jury selection process, 14 individuals were chosen to serve on the jury in the impending trial of Fatiuna Massaline. Massaline is accused of severely injuring a Chemung County Sheriff’s investigator in an incident that occurred last year. The trial is set to commence in Elmira, shedding light on the events that captured local headlines. Last year’s altercation has left a significant mark on the community, prompting discussions around local law enforcement and safety protocols. The selection of jurors marks a pivotal step in addressing the complexities of the case, which … Read more

Grand Jury Indicts Suspect Charged with the Murder of Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Deputy

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West Palm Beach, FL – A man has been indicted on a murder charge in the shooting death of a deputy from the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, an event that has shaken the local law enforcement community. The indicted suspect is accused of fatally shooting the deputy while he attempted to serve a warrant. The grand jury’s decision to indict the man was confirmed recently, punctuating a tragic incident that has led to an outpouring of grief among officials and residents alike. The deputy had been part of a task force involved in a … Read more