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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 …

Fraud Scheme Turns Deadly: 96-Year-Old Woman Murdered in Santa Barbara County, Multiple Arrests Made

Santa Barbara County, California saw a shocking turn of events as a fraud scheme unfolded into a tragic murder case involving the death of a 96-year-old woman. Law enforcement officials made multiple arrests in connection with the murder of Violet Evelyn Alberts, who was found dead in her home in Montecito. The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office revealed that Pauline Macareno, Harry Basmadjian, Henry Rostomyan, and Ricardo MartinDelCampo were all taken into custody in relation …

Wealthy Texas man faces life in prison over double murder tied to extortion scheme involving lover and her boyfriend

Austin, Texas – A father in Austin, Texas is facing possible life in prison after orchestrating the murder of his lover, Holly Williams, and her partner, William Lanway, following an extortion attempt for thousands of dollars. The case reveals a sordid tale of betrayal, extramarital affairs, and a deadly conspiracy. Erik Maund, a married businessman from a wealthy family known for running Maund Automobile Group in Texas, was involved in a secret relationship with Williams, …

Friend of Murdered Showjumper Admits Remorse in Cover-up Scheme

Belfast, Ireland: A former friend of a murdered showjumper who confessed to taking part in a cover-up has expressed remorse for the crime. Katie Simpson was brutally beaten to death in August 2020. The prime suspect, Jonathan Creswell, who is the partner of Simpson’s sister, is currently awaiting trial for the murder, despite denying any involvement. The tragic incident has left the community in shock, as friends and family grapple with the loss of a …