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Ex-Northeastern University Lab Manager Found Guilty in Campus Hoax Bomb Scheme

Boston, MA – A former laboratory manager at Northeastern University was found guilty of orchestrating a fake explosion on the school’s Boston campus, subsequently misleading federal authorities about the incident. The conviction raises serious concerns about the implications and costs of such hoaxes, which trigger extensive security responses and spread unnecessary fear among communities. Jason Duhaime, 46, of San Antonio, Texas, faced charges after federal jurors deliberated his case last Friday. Duhaime could now see …

New Cyber & Jihad Lab Initiative Targets Cyber Jihad Threats Across Multiple Regions

Washington, D.C. – In the heart of the nation’s capital, a devoted team at the Cyber & Jihad Lab conducts thorough monitoring, tracking, translation, research, and analysis of cyber jihad activities emanating from regions in the Middle East, Iran, South Asia, North, and West Africa. Their mission goes beyond observation as they actively explore innovative solutions to curb cyber jihad, collaborating with lawmakers both at the federal level, including Capitol Hill and attorneys-general, as well …

Meth Lab Explosion Leaves Homeowner with Severe Burns

In Erie, Pennsylvania, emergency responders were called to the scene of an explosion that occurred in a detached garage on Tuesday. The homeowner, Bryon Schwartz, was found with severe burns on a large portion of his upper body. Further investigation revealed that the explosion was the result of methamphetamine manufacturing, according to authorities. The incident has raised concerns in the neighborhood about the dangers associated with illegal drug production. Authorities are working to ensure the …

Couple Pleads Guilty to Running Marijuana Honey Oil Lab That Exploded in Riverside Apartment

RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA – A man and woman involved in a marijuana honey oil lab that exploded in a Riverside apartment complex pleaded guilty to manufacturing illicit drugs on Wednesday. Lisa Marie Twyman, 44, and Benjamin Andrew Leach, 41, entered separate plea agreements with the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office to admit to the felony charge. Twyman was charged with one count, while prosecutors agreed to drop a charge of recklessly causing a fire in an …

Rotterdam Explosion Linked to Alleged Drug Lab; First Arrest Made as Investigation Continues

Rotterdam, Netherlands – A recent explosion and subsequent fire that resulted in the deaths of three individuals in an apartment building on Schammenkamp in Rotterdam has led local authorities to suspect the involvement of a 34-year-old man in drug manufacturing activities. Following the discovery of evidence pointing towards drug production within the residential block, the Rotterdam resident was taken into police custody on Saturday, with additional arrests expected as the investigation continues. The massive explosion …

Local Man Found Guilty of Deadly Meth Lab Blast

A man in Eau Claire, Wisconsin has been found guilty of homicide after a methamphetamine lab exploded in his home, resulting in the death of a woman. The man, whose name has not been released, was convicted of first-degree reckless homicide by a jury on Friday. The explosion took place in May 2021, which resulted in the death of a 33-year-old woman. During the trial, prosecutors presented evidence that the man was responsible for manufacturing …

Private Investigative Lab Othram and Vegas-Based Nonprofit Project Justice Solve Decades Old Cold Case

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA – Project Justice, a Las Vegas-based nonprofit, is on a mission to solve cold cases by raising funds for the private investigative DNA lab Othram. The organization, founded by tech entrepreneur Justin Woo and DJ/violinist Lydia Ansel, is dedicated to providing financial support to help solve unsolved crimes through advanced DNA and forensic genealogy techniques. The inspiration for Project Justice came when Woo and Ansel discovered Othram, a company based in Houston, …