A former executive of a subsidiary of Mars Inc., the eminent confectionery manufacturer, pleaded guilty on Thursday to fraud and tax evasion charges stemming from his theft of $28 million from the corporation, according to federal prosecutors. Paul Steed, 58, appeared before a federal court in Bridgeport, Connecticut. In addition to his admission of guilt, he has agreed to … [Read more...] about Sweet Empire Soured: Mars Subsidiary Exec Admits to $28M Theft
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Desperation at Sea: Passenger Jumps Overboard in Puerto Rico to Escape $16,000 Gambling Debt
A gentleman identified as Jey Gonzalez-Diaz, who was a passenger on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship near the Port of San Juan, has been charged with a federal crime. The man allegedly leapt from the ship to avoid settling a gambling debt to the tune of over $16,000, according to reliable sources. Reports indicate that Gonzalez-Diaz embarked on the Rhapsody of the Seas at the … [Read more...] about Desperation at Sea: Passenger Jumps Overboard in Puerto Rico to Escape $16,000 Gambling Debt
Largest-Ever Home Depot Theft Ring Cracked by Police, 14 Arrested
Authorities in Southern California revealed on Tuesday the apprehension of 14 individuals, who are reportedly involved in what's being characterized as the most extensive organized retail theft operation in Home Depot's history. Nine of these suspects now face felony charges. These individuals are purportedly connected to around 600 thefts that have taken place in 71 … [Read more...] about Largest-Ever Home Depot Theft Ring Cracked by Police, 14 Arrested
Gunfire in the ER: Man Killed, Woman Injured in Shocking Tacoma Hospital Shooting
A somber situation has unfolded in Tacoma, Washington, where a man was shot and killed, and a woman was wounded, according to reliable sources from the city's police department. This tragic incident took place in the emergency room of the MultiCare Allenmore Hospital on Wednesday evening. The report indicates that upon the arrival of police officers, they found two … [Read more...] about Gunfire in the ER: Man Killed, Woman Injured in Shocking Tacoma Hospital Shooting
DOJ, FBI Strike Dark Web Havens Exploiting Children
A joint operation between the Department of Justice and the Federal Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the shutdown of four websites on the dark web dedicated to child sexual abuse material. This operation, codenamed "Grayskull," has led to the conviction of 18 men across multiple states. According to reliable sources within the FBI, these websites attracted over … [Read more...] about DOJ, FBI Strike Dark Web Havens Exploiting Children