Theft

Former State Senator and Casino Owner Charged with Felony Theft in COVID Grant Fraud Scheme

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Concord, N.H. — Former New Hampshire state senator Andy Sanborn faces serious legal challenges following his recent indictment on felony charges, as allegations of financial deceit surrounding COVID-19 relief funds come to light. Sanborn, along with his associated casino business, stands accused of misrepresenting financial details to illicitly gain nearly $200,000 in government grants. Authorities allege that Sanborn falsified revenue figures on an application submitted June 2020 for the Main Street Relief Fund—a grant aimed to assist businesses struggling due to the pandemic. The indictments suggest that Sanborn exaggerated his casino’s income by over $1 … Read more

Sky Faces £6.5M Lawsuit Over Alleged Script Theft of Hit Series ‘Britannia’

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LONDON — A British writer has initiated a £6.5 million lawsuit against the broadcaster Sky and the executive producer of the television series “Britannia,” asserting that his screenplay was the blueprint for the historical fantasy drama without his consent. The series, which depicted the Roman invasion of Britain led by a character played by David Morrissey, previously from “The Walking Dead,” concluded in 2023 after three seasons. Benjamin Crushcov, a writer and educator, filed the lawsuit in the High Court, accusing Sky and additional defendants of appropriating his concept and original script, then attempting to … Read more

New Legislation Set to Curb Retail Theft Spike, Empowering Law Enforcement to Take Swift Action

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In response to rising incidents of retail theft, state and local authorities across the country are implementing new legislative measures aimed at curbing this costly trend. These initiatives empower law enforcement agencies with tools and capabilities to intensify crack-down efforts on retail crimes, which have shown a marked increase in both investigations and arrests since 2019. Statistics indicate a significant escalation in law enforcement activities related to retail theft over the past four years. Not only have arrests increased, but there is also a notable rise in the recovered stolen goods, reaching a peak in … Read more

Rebel Wilson Countersues ‘The Deb’ Producers, Alleging Theft and Misconduct Amid Defamation Battle

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Los Angeles — Amidst a swirling controversy surrounding her debut as a director, Rebel Wilson has launched a countersuit against the producers of “The Deb,” alleging misconduct that includes theft, bullying, and sexual harassment. This legal battle follows a defamation claim filed against Wilson by the production team in July, which marked the beginning of a highly publicized dispute in the entertainment industry. In her legal challenge filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court on September 26, Wilson claims that producers Amanda Ghost, Gregor Cameron, and Vince Holden, along with their affiliated production companies, engaged … Read more