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Two Florida men indicted in $34.8 million Medicare fraud scheme involving medical equipment

17Sep

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Florida

Two Florida men indicted in $34.8 million Medicare fraud scheme involving medical equipment

MIAMI, FL – A federal indictment unsealed Friday charges Kenneth Charles Kessler III, 42, of Miami-Dade County, and Michael Andrew Gomez, 42, of Broward County, for their roles in a large-scale Medicare fraud scheme involving the submission of approximately $34.8 million in false claims for medically unnecessary equipment. According to court documents, the two men operated seven Florida-based durable medical equipment (DME) companies and used deceptive telemarketing to persuade thousands of Medicare beneficiaries to accept items they did not need, including orthotic braces and continuous glucose monitors. Kessler and Gomez are accused of paying illegal kickbacks to marketing companies that obtained beneficiaries' personal information and coordinated with telemedicine providers to...

James Olvera Jr. charged in fatal stabbing of roommate on Roe Drive

17Sep

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Texas

James Olvera Jr. charged in fatal stabbing of roommate on Roe Drive

HOUSTON, TX – Charges have been filed against a man arrested in connection with the fatal stabbing of his roommate at a residence located at 3015 Roe Drive. The incident occurred around 10:15 a.m. on September 10. Houston Police Department patrol officers responded to a welfare check and found 53-year-old David Carrion unresponsive inside the home. He was pronounced deceased at the scene by Houston Fire Department paramedics. Following an investigation, HPD Homicide Division identified Carrion’s roommate, 29-year-old James Olvera Jr., as the suspect. Olvera was arrested on September 16 and has been charged with murder and tampering with evidence in the 178th Criminal District Court. He was booked into the Harris County Jail without further incident. Anyone with information ...

Houston firefighter Stephen Scott dies after on-duty medical emergency

17Sep

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Texas

Houston firefighter Stephen Scott dies after on-duty medical emergency

HOUSTON, TX – The Houston Fire Department is mourning the loss of Firefighter Paramedic Stephen Scott, who passed away on Tuesday following an on-duty medical emergency that occurred on Sunday. Scott began his career with the department in 1997 and had been assigned to Station 102 in Kingwood since 2008. Prior to that, he served at Station 9 on Hogan Street. In addition to his frontline duties, Scott also managed HFD's Base Station services operated by SETRAC, helping coordinate ambulance traffic across the Houston region to ensure patients were directed to hospitals with available resources. “Firefighter Scott was a dedicated member of this team, and will be missed by the HFD family,” said Fire Chief Thomas Muñoz. “His legacy is one of hard work, honor, and service to his commun...

Gunshot fired during fight in parking lot of Fairfield High School

17Sep

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California, Texas

Gunshot fired during fight in parking lot of Fairfield High School

FAIRFIELD, CA – A gunshot was fired during an after-school fight in the parking lot of Fairfield High School at approximately 3:34 p.m., according to the Fairfield Police Department. File Photo (August 2025) Three officers arrived within 60 seconds of the initial report, followed by additional officers who secured the campus. Preliminary findings indicate that at least one shot was fired at an occupied vehicle involved in the altercation. At this time, there are no reported injuries related to the gunfire. Officers remain on scene conducting an active investigation. Police confirm there is no ongoing threat to students or after-school activities.

Two 18-year-olds arrested for shoplifting at Target with 15-year-old

17Sep

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Texas

Two 18-year-olds arrested for shoplifting at Target with 15-year-old

HARRIS COUNTY, TX – Harris County Precinct 2 deputies arrested two 18-year-old females and a 15-year-old juvenile after a reported theft at the Target store located at 1801 W. Bay Area Boulevard. The incident occurred on September 11, 2025, after deputies responded to a call regarding individuals detained by store asset protection. Upon arrival, deputies identified the adult suspects as Silvia Garcia and Aaliyah Morelos, both 18 years old. According to asset protection, Garcia, Morelos, and the 15-year-old juvenile entered the store together, concealed merchandise, and exited without paying. Deputies contacted the Harris County District Attorney’s Office, which accepted theft charges. Garcia and Morelos were booked into the Harris County Jail without incident. The 15-year-old ...

Metro bus gets stuck under I-10 bridge in construction zone

16Sep

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Texas

Metro bus gets stuck under I-10 bridge in construction zone

HOUSTON, TX – A Metro Houston bus became stuck under the I-10 bridge at Studemont late Tuesday evening after reportedly jumping a curb in a construction area. The incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. and was observed by one of our viewers, who also sent in photos from the scene. According to the viewer, the bus may have had a flat tire and was unable to move from its position under the bridge. It is currently unknown whether there were any riders on board at the time of the incident. No injuries have been reported, but that information has not been confirmed. Studemont was closed in both directions as a heavy wrecker worked to remove the bus. More information will follow if it becomes available. More information will follow if it becomes available.

Man shot in Wilmington’s West 3rd Street area; police investigating

16Sep

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Delaware

Man shot in Wilmington’s West 3rd Street area; police investigating

WILMINGTON, DE – Wilmington Police are investigating a shooting that occurred around 5:39 p.m. in the 1600 block of West 3rd Street. File Photo (August 2025) A 32-year-old male sustained gunshot wounds and later arrived at the hospital in stable condition. The investigation is ongoing, and additional details will be released when available. Anyone with information is urged to contact Detective Kevin Nolan at (302) 576-3962 or submit tips to Delaware Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333 or delawarecrimestoppers.com.

Man strangled, assaulted, and threatened while sitting in car in Stockton’s Seaport District

16Sep

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California

Man strangled, assaulted, and threatened while sitting in car in Stockton’s Seaport District

STOCKTON, CA – A 25-year-old man was arrested following an assault with a deadly weapon in the 1200 block of South Commerce Street in Stockton’s Seaport District. According to SPD, at approximately 2:56 p.m., a 49-year-old male victim was sitting in his car when the suspect, identified as Juan Arias, allegedly strangled him, struck him with an object, and threatened to kill him. Responding officers took Arias into custody without incident. He was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon, battery, and criminal threats.

Salisbury Township man accused of Taser attack waives preliminary hearing

16Sep

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Pennsylvania

Salisbury Township man accused of Taser attack waives preliminary hearing

SALISBURY TOWNSHIP, PA – A Salisbury Township man accused of randomly assaulting a woman with a Taser in her home has waived his preliminary hearing, allowing the case to proceed to county court. Benjamin Andrew Brinker, 34, of the 700 block of Azalea Lane, waived the hearing before Judge Raymond Sheller on September 3. He faces felony charges including burglary, aggravated assault, and use of an incapacitation device. According to police, Brinker approached a residence in the 200 block of South Belmont Road in Paradise Township on August 19 and forced his way through a partially open door while brandishing a Taser. He allegedly fired the weapon at the woman inside, striking her near the heart and causing her to fall. While on the ground, she was punched in the face before Brinke...

Oakland man charged with homicide in 2023 Emeryville shooting

16Sep

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California

Oakland man charged with homicide in 2023 Emeryville shooting

EMERYVILLE, CA – A suspect has been charged with homicide in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on May 26, 2023, at the intersection of 41st Street and San Pablo Avenue. File Photo (August 2025) According to the Emeryville Police Department, officers responded to a shooting report and found an adult male, identified as Dexter Appleby, suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite life-saving efforts, Appleby was pronounced deceased at the scene. After an extensive investigation by the department’s Criminal Investigations Section, 42-year-old James Allen Wheeler of Oakland was identified as the suspect. The case was submitted to the Alameda County District Attorney’s Office, which filed a charge of Penal Code 187 – Homicide. Anyone with additional information is urged to co...