Jury Deliberates Verdict in High-Stakes Child Sex Crimes Trial Against Suffolk Man

As deliberations begin, Liam Roberts, a 31-year-old man from Grays, formerly of Leiston in East Suffolk, faces numerous child sex charges, which he denies. The trial, held at Ipswich Crown Court, has captivated public attention due to the severity of the allegations, which date back to when Roberts was a teenager. Roberts is accused of gravely abusing his position of trust between 2007 and 2011. He faces 11 charges of causing a child under the age of 13 to engage in sexual activity, one count of inciting a child under 13 to engage in sexual … Read more

New York Attorney General Sues Suffolk Business for Illegally Clearing Protected Land for Commercial Development

MANORVILLE, N.Y. — New York State authorities have initiated legal action against a Suffolk County business owner for allegedly violating environmental preservation laws by clearing protected land for a non-permissible cabinetry and woodworking operation. The suit, brought forth by the state’s Attorney General, Letitia James, and the Central Pine Barrens Joint Planning and Policy Commission, targets Roberts Premier Development LLC and its principal, David Roberts. It was filed this Monday in the State Supreme Court in Suffolk County. According to the lawsuit, Roberts Premier Development is accused of unlawfully clearing approximately 13,000 square feet of … Read more

Lawsuit Challenges Validity of Speed Camera Tickets Issued by Suffolk and Chesapeake, Sparking Controversy Over Third-Party Involvement and Violation of Virginia Laws

SUFFOLK, Va. – A lawsuit has been filed against the cities of Chesapeake and Suffolk in Hampton Roads, challenging the validity of the tickets issued by the newly installed speed cameras. Attorney Tim Anderson argues that both cities are violating Virginia laws by not issuing standard summonses for these tickets and by using out-of-state companies to collect fines. Anderson claims that the cities are exploiting their authority for financial gain. According to documents provided by Anderson, the tickets differ significantly from typical Virginia summonses, suggesting that the municipalities have altered them to maximize revenue. Anderson … Read more

Special Grand Jury Report Exposes Failures in Suffolk County Child Protective Services Investigation of Thomas Valva’s Tragic Death

Suffolk, NY – A special grand jury formed to investigate the Suffolk County Department of Social Services following the tragic death of 8-year-old Thomas Valva in 2020 has released a 75-page report. The report concludes that no criminal charges should be filed against Child Protective Services (CPS) caseworkers involved in investigating allegations of abuse by the child’s father and his fiancé. However, the report highlights the need for reform in confidentiality laws that effectively shielded the caseworkers from public scrutiny. The grand jury’s report does not recommend criminal charges against the CPS caseworkers or supervisors … Read more