Police arrest 11-year-old after month-long crime spree that included car thefts and shootings

Albuquerque police arrested an 11-year-old boy on Thursday after he’d terrorized residents for a month with burglaries, auto thefts, and shootings.

Chicago police superintendent pledges DNC protests 'will not be 1968' riots

Chicago Police Department Superintendent Larry Snelling insisted that the CPD is prepared for protests outside the Democratic National Convention this August.

Man named 'Optimus Prime' arrested for auto theft: Texas police

A man named Optimus Prime Blakely, similar to the Transformers character, was arrested by Austin police last week after he allegedly stole a vehicle.

Previously deported migrant accused of murder in Las Vegas

An illegal immigrant who had previously been deported from the U.S. is charged with second-degree murder in Las Vegas after allegedly selling fentanyl to a user who overdosed.

Hunter Biden's defense team in historic criminal trial likely 'banking on' hung jury: expert

Hunter Biden's historic trial related to a gun purchase in 2018 could result in a hung jury, legal expert and Heritage Foundation legal fellow Zack Smith speculated.

Indiana stepmom charged with neglect after girl, 5, found dead in a river

An Indiana stepmother has been charged with neglect after the body of a five-year-old girl was found dead in a river near a park boat ramp in the city of Vincennes.

Indiana serial killer made concerning purchase before burying 10,000 pieces of remains at home: family friend

An Indiana serial killer, Herb Baumeister, is believed to have killed at least 25 people and buried over 10,000 pieces of human remains on his 18-acre property.

New York school district installs vape detectors in middle school bathrooms that can also pick up sound

A New York school district has started installing vape detectors in middle school bathrooms at the suggestion of a student noticed her classmates were addicted to vaping.

Gun group vows to 'defend' Trump's concealed carry license after conviction

The Second Amendment Foundation announced that they are willing to "challenge the law" and "defend" Donald Trump if the New York Police Department revokes his concealed carry license.

Mugshots of the week: June 2-8, 2024

These mugshots were taken for arrests made throughout the U.S. the week of June 2-8, 2024.

Merchan called out for warning about 'troll' comment suggesting Trump jury was compromised

Judge Juan Merchan is facing scrutiny for risking the credibility of his own jury after he sent a letter to Trump's team about a comment posted to the court's public Facebook page.

Shooting near a Los Angeles college kills 1 and wounds 4, police say

A man was killed and four others were wounded in a shooting near a college in Los Angeles; law enforcement said the shooting was not connected to the school.

Seattle student shot and killed while trying to break up fight outside high school, police say

A student at Garfield High School in Seattle, Washington has died after being shot while trying to break up a fight outside of the building, police say.

Virginia home explosion intentionally caused by homeowner in 2023: Officials

A massive explosion that destroyed an Arlington, Virginia, duplex in December was started intentionally by the homeowner who died in the incident, officials said.

Newsom, Dem leaders try to negotiate Prop 47 reform off California ballots, as GOP wants to let voters decide

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he and Democrat leaders in the state Legislature are attempting to negotiate a Proposition 47 reform measure off the November ballot.

Newson, Dem leaders try to negotiate Prop 47 reform off California ballots, as GOP wants to let voters decide

California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he and Democrat leaders in the state Legislature are attempting to negotiate a Proposition 47 reform measure off the November ballot.

Amanda Knox 'flabbergasted' after Italian Supreme Court conviction in slander case

Amanda Knox says she was "flabbergasted" Wednesday when the Italian Supreme Court convicted her of slandering former boss Patrick Lumumba over Meredith Kercher's 2007 murder.

Far-left activist convicted in executions of 2 FBI agents headed to parole hearing with support from Dems

The FBI Agents Association opposes parole for Leonard Peltier, the Native American activist who gunned down two FBI agents, Ronald Williams and Jack Coler, in 1975.

Connecticut residents form armed group to defend against violent crime

To help fend off violent crime in a neighborhood in Hartford, Connecticut, around 40 citizens patrol the streets as part of a legally-armed group called the 'Self-Defense Brigade.'

Florida beach vacation hotspot closed after back-to-back shark attacks

Beaches along the Florida panhandle were closed after two back-to-back shark attacks that injured three people, two of them critically.

Indiana teen accused of murdering father, dumping body in river: police

Investigators in Indiana are continuing to search the White River for the body of Brandon Perry, who police allege was killed and dumped by his 17-year-old son.

Three officers violated policy in Scottie Scheffler's arrest, probe findings allege

Three Louisville Metro Police officers allegedly violated policy when they failed to active their body cameras during Scottie Scheffler's arrest.

Connecticut town refuses to fly 'antagonistic' 'thin blue line' flag to honor fallen trooper

The Wethersfield town council in Connecticut refused to fly the "thin blue line' flag to honor a fallen trooper, with one member calling it "antagonistic."

Poker player robbed of $250K in gunpoint stickup outside NYC airport hotel: report

A 41-year-old man believed to be a high-stakes gambler was robbed of $250,000 at gunpoint outside a New York City hotel on Thursday.

Hunter Biden's attorneys consider putting him on the stand in gun trial; decision to be made over weekend

Hunter Biden defense attorney Abbe Lowell on Friday said he will decide over the weekend whether he will call Biden to the stand next week.

YouTuber charged with shooting fireworks from helicopter at Lamborghini in California desert video stunt

A YouTube star faces 10 years in federal prison for a video he directed which shows a helicopter shooting fireworks at a luxury sports car.

Emma Roberts granted restraining order against man who broke in, called actress from inside her home

Emma Roberts was granted a five-year restraining order against a man who is allegedly stalking the actress. The "American Horror Story" star filed for protection May 14.

No charges filed after monster truck topples utility poles, injuring several at Maine fairground

No charges have been filed after a monster truck caused multiple utility poles to fall in Maine, resulting in two people being taken to the hospital, police say.

Missing Kentucky baby sparks frantic search, parents arrested in motel with drug stash

Police in Kentucky looking for an 8-month-old baby whose been missing for weeks while the baby girl’s parents have been arrested after they were found holed up in a motel with drugs.

DOJ charges Texas doctor after he blew the whistle on gender-affirming care for minors

The Department of Justice filed criminal charges against a surgeon who exposed Texas Children's Hospital for secretly conducting gender-affirming care on minors.

Virginia woman wanted for 'heinous' triple homicide arrested after high-speed police chase in NY

Virginia woman Alyssa Jane Venable, 23, who was wanted for the triple homicide of three of her roommates was captured in New York Thursday after a high-speed police chase.

Hunter Biden trial enters day 5 after testimony from sister-in-law-turned-girlfriend: 'Panicked'

Hunter Biden was in court for the fourth day Thursday over charges related to violating federal gun laws, which largely focused on testimony from former girlfriend Hallie Biden.

American arrested in Turks and Caicos says it's unclear if State Dept. was on 'US side' or 'Turks side'

An American arrested in Turks and Caicos for having ammunition in his bag says it was unclear if the State Department was 'on the US side' or 'on the Turks side.'

Suspected Long Island serial killer's notes outlined meticulous murder plot: court docs

Suspected serial killer Rex Heuermann allegedly kept meticulous notes on how to kill and get away with it and thought he deleted them. Cops recovered the file.

California 'third striker' who had felonies dismissed despite DA's objections is convicted of murder

A violent California felon whose prior strikes were dismissed by a judge was recently convicted of killing a man during a fight.

Fishermen discover body on Georgia river: police

Georgia law enforcement officials responded to the Chattahoochee River on Wednesday after reports that two fishermen discovered a body in the water.

Texas law enforcement officials bust human smuggling operation involving dozens of migrants: 'Cartel related'

The Bexar County Sheriff's Office and other agencies in Texas busted a human smuggling operation on Thursday, in which 26 migrants were recovered and seven suspected smugglers were arrested.

Judge dismisses attempted murder and other charges in state case against Paul Pelosi's attacker

A judge has dismissed several state charges against David DePape, the man who attacked Paul Pelosi and was convicted last month in federal court, arguing the 'counts fall under double jeopardy.'

Gilgo Beach serial killer suspect allegedly has more victims, hunting grounds than police first imagined

Suspected Gilgo Beach serial killer Rex Heuermann returned to court Thursday as New York prosecutors continue to expand the charges against him.

Illegal migrant from Venezuela allegedly shot NYPD officers at 'point-blank range,' ordered held without bail

Bernardo Raul Castro Mata, an illegal immigrant from Venezuela, was ordered held without bail on attempted murder and other charges in the shooting of two NYPD officers.

Trump trial shows the ominous evolution of our criminal justice system. Who's next?

Plenty of prosecutors are as bad as Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg, but I blame Judge Juan Merchan, who didn’t just put his thumb on the scale of justice, he sat on it.

Newsom proposes defunding police, prisons, public safety as California faces massive deficit

California Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes slashing millions from 'public safety' as the Democratic state grapples with a massive budget deficit totaling $37.9 billion.

Hunter Biden trial enters day 4 after wild testimony from exes on rampant drug use, trashed hotel rooms

Day three of Hunter Biden's criminal trial included testimony from Biden's ex-wife, Kathleen Buhle; ex-girlfriend Zoe Kestan; and gun shop employee Gordon Cleveland.

Road rage data shows 5 things drivers should know about fury behind the wheel

An analysis of National Highway Traffic Safety Administration data shows the gender, age group and vehicle type most likely to be involved in a road rage fatality.

Cherrie Mahan’s mom reacts to woman claiming to be girl who vanished from school bus stop nearly 40 years ago

Cherrie Mahan was last seen on Feb. 22, 1985, on Cornplanter Road in Winfield Township, Butler County, Pennsylvania.

NYC sees rise in hate crimes, led by surging antisemitism, police data shows

A rise in antisemitic incidents is leading an overall spike in hate crimes in New York City, coinciding with anti-Israel campus protests at major universities.

Pennsylvania crossing guard arrested, charged with supplying middle school students with narcotics: PD

Charges have been filed against a school crossing guard in Pennsylvania who was allegedly supplying marijuana and electronic cigarettes to students at Penn Wood Middle School.

Oakland community left with gaping potholes after crime crisis drives away construction crew

An East Oakland community is left grappling with poor road conditions they fear could damage their vehicles after safety concerns drove away a construction crew.

Felony charges dropped against PA trooper who repeatedly struck loose horse with patrol car

A judge has dismissed felony animal cruelty charges against Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael Perillo, who repeatedly struck a loose horse with his patrol car before it was euthanized.

Burmese government denies claims it killed 76 villagers

A spokesperson for Burma's military junta has denied rebel claims that army troops and allied forces killed 76 villagers in Rakhine state last week.

Washington man sentenced for 20 'swatting' calls of false threats in US, Canada

Washington state man Ashton Connor Garcia has been sentenced to 3 years in prison for making 20 false reports of shootings and bombs across the U.S. and in Canada.

CFO of Detroit riverfront revitalization project charged with embezzling $40 million

William Smith faces federal charges alleging he embezzled some $40 million in funds intended for Detroit's riverfront revitalization project.

Wisconsin warden and eight staff members charged following probes into inmate deaths

Following the deaths of 4 inmates, a Wisconsin prison warden has been charged with misconduct in public office; 8 staff members face charges of inmate abuse.

Man allegedly causes $10K in damage to church before swinging trendy drink container at police officer

Florida man Timothy Bornman allegedly broke into a Palm Bay church, caused over $10,000 worth of damage and hit a police officer with a Stanley tumbler before getting arrested.

California mom accused of killing 3-year-old daughter in church exorcism 'never showed remorse': report

Prosecutors in California said a mother who is accused of killing her daughter while performing a disturbing exorcism inside a San Jose church has never expressed remorse.

Judge reveals another twist in the case of Michigan viral Zoom video driver who pleaded clerical error

A Michigan man arrested last week for driving with a suspended license during a court hearing never had one issued, officials said.

Suspected human smuggler breaches Air Force Base a day after illegal migrant hops fence

A suspected smuggler breached an Air Force Base Friday while evading authorities, a day after a teen migrant hopped a fence at the same military base while evading Border Patrol agents.

New Mexico DA who indicted Alec Baldwin in fatal 'Rust' shooting wins Democrat primary

The New Mexico DA who indicted Alec Baldwin for the "Rust" movie-set shooting defeated her former boss Tuesday in the Democratic primary for the state's First Judicial District.

House Republican uses AOC's insult to rip silence on 2 cops shot allegedly by migrant gang member: 'Baby girl'

Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-N.Y., criticized Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., for not responding to the shooting of two officers allegedly by an illegal migrant in her district.

Texas Wingstop employee fatally shoots boss after getting sent home early amid dispute

An employee at a Wingstop in Texas was arrested for murder after shooting and killing his boss during an argument. Another employee was wounded by stray bullets.

Hunter Biden trial enters 3rd day with cross-examination of FBI agent

Hunter Biden's criminal trial held its second day in court, where jurors heard excerpts from Biden's memoir detailing his drug addiction as well as text messages he sent in 2018.

MA movie slasher said nothing while stabbing 4 girls, laughed ‘like the Joker': victim

Four girls, who were slashed in a Massachusetts movie theater, tell their horrifying experience to police in documents obtained by Fox News Digital via public records request

Texas DA to request reversal of pardon for former Army soldier who fatally shot BLM protester

A Texas DA plans to ask a court to reverse Gov. Greg Abbott's pardon of a former Army soldier convicted killing a Black Lives Matter protester in 2020.

Pennsylvania convict dies 12 days after compassionate release over medical issues

68-year-old second-degree murder convict Ezra Bozeman died over the weekend, less than two weeks after being granted compassionate release for his medical condition.

Florida mother living in deplorable conditions allegedly fed daughter bleach in bottle: authorities

A Florida mother was arrested on Monday after an investigation discovered she allegedly fed her 13-month-old daughter bleach in a bottle in January.

Maryland jail releases convicted sex offender illegal immigrant despite ICE detainer

An illegal immigrant was arrested last year in Maryland and later convicted of serious sex crimes before Baltimore County officials released him, despite a detainer from ICE

Arizona man gets 15 years for setting woman's camper on fire

James Haynes, 48, of Prescott, Arizona, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for setting fire to a camper trailer owned by a woman with a protective order against him.

Kansas City police funding amendment to make August appearance on Missouri ballot

Missourians will vote in August on a proposed constitutional amendment that would require Kansas City to allocate more money toward policing.

Former protege sues The-Dream, accusing the hitmaking music producer of sexual assault

Grammy-winning writer and producer The-Dream has been accused of sexual assault and other abuse by former protege Chanaaz Mangroe, who performed under stage name Channii Monroe.

FDA panel to evaluate psychedelic MDMA for treatment of PTSD for first time

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration held a meeting to discuss a therapy based on the psychedelic drug MDMA for patients with post-traumatic stress disorder for the first time.

Jeffrey Epstein accuser claims psychiatrist made her 'sex slave’ in new lawsuit

Lawsuit alleges Henry Jarecki, a prominent psychiatrist, academic and businessman, made a model into his 'sex slave' after Jeffrey Epstein sent her to him.

Crime a top issue for Washington, DC, Democratic primary following last year's surge in homicide, car jackings

The June 4 Democratic primary in deep blue Washington, D.C., will largely focus on crime and law enforcement after a significant spike in crime last year.

DC carjacker crashes near US Attorney's office, elderly woman inside vehicle dies: police

A female suspect stole a car from Washington Hospital and crashed it near the U.S. attorney's office, with an elderly passenger dying, D.C. police said.

Serial killer’s daughter confronts him behind bars over explosive diary entry that suggests she too was victim

Kerri Rawson, the daughter of serial killer BTK, made a shocking discovery while helping cold case investigators look into her dad.

Garland to push back on Trump's 'locked & loaded' FBI claim, deny DOJ control of NY case

Attorney General Merrick Garland is testifying before lawmakers and address claims about the FBI search of former President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago home.

Drug addiction becomes common thread amid jury selection in Hunter Biden trial

The jury in the Hunter Biden trial in Wilmington, Delaware, was selected and seated Monday afternoon ahead of opening statements kicking off on Tuesday.

Garland to push back on false claims FBI tried to assassinate Trump, DOJ was involved in NY case

Attorney General Merrick Garland will respond to false claims the FBI planned to kill former President Trump and false claims the DOJ was involved in Trump's New York case.

JonBenet Ramsey’s father John claims Colorado police officer said they are ‘just waiting' for him to die

John Ramsey, JonBenet Ramsey's father, continues to push for answers from the Boulder Police Department. He says an officer within the apartment said they are 'just waiting' for Ramsey to 'die.'

Mexican kidnappers crossed US border to collect ransom, left hostage tied up in trench: docs

Members of a Mexican family allegedly kidnapped a Los Angeles man in a violent abduction that was recorded and sent to family members with ransom demands

Former Georgia police officer charged with teen girl's murder rejects plea deal

A former Georgia police officer charged with the murder of a 16-year-old girl rejected the prosecution's plea deal before jury selection began Monday.

Unlikely item saves Colorado man's life in shooting: ‘Likely the only reason’ he survived

Police in Commerce City, Colorado, said a man's life was saved after a necklace he was wearing stopped a bullet shot at him during an argument.

Louisiana lawmakers approve law that would allow surgical castration of convicted child molesters

Louisiana state lawmakers on Monday approved a tough new law that could allow judges to order convicted child molesters to undergo surgical castration.

Makeshift memorial to Baltimore bridge collapse victims vandalized

An elaborate memorial to the six victims of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore was reportedly vandalized over the weekend.

Blue city leader to stop sharing crime alerts with constituents because they create bad 'perception'

An ultra-woke Chicago alderwoman will stop issuing crime alerts because of her commitment to "values of empowerment, antiracism, and community," she said.

Embattled Sen. Bob Menendez files to run for reelection as Independent candidate

Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey filed a petition with nearly 2,500 signatures to run as an Independent in his quest for reelection to the U.S. Senate.

Boston lawmakers considering defunding police for third year in a row draws outrage: 'Absurdly irresponsible'

Boston lawmakers are considering cutting $18 million from law enforcement in their budget amendments, drawing outrage from the head of a Boston police union.

Body found near Greek beach with 22-pound barbell attached to leg, coast guard says

The coast guard says the body of an unidentified man has been recovered off a beach northeast of the Greek capital with a 22-pound barbell attached to his leg with a rope.

Police officer protecting polio workers fatally shot in Pakistan's northwest

Pakistani police say gunmen opened fire on polio workers in the country's northwest, killing a police officer assigned to protect them. One of the attackers died.

Illegal immigrant from Venezuela shoots 2 NYC police officers during foot chase in Queens, authorities say

Bernardo Raul Castro Matta, identified as a 19-year-old illegal immigrant from Venezuela, is accused of shooting two NYPD officers in Queens early Monday.

Georgia police sergeant touts ‘amazing’ abilities of K9 companion in book: Made him a 'better human'

Mark Tappan, an Alpharetta, Georgia, police officer, wrote the book "A Dog Named Mattis" about the relationship between him and his skilled K9 and lessons learned along the way.

3rd-strike 'trans' rape suspect prompts rebellion against CA law after attack in women's prison

Women's rights activists have condemned a California law that lets transgender inmates choose their prisons after a biological male in a women's prison was charged with rape.

Pentagon's 'barbaric' drug testing on beagles raises hackles of pet-loving politicians

The White Coat Waste Project uncovered a Defense Department project that is spending nearly $1 million on experimental drug testing of a human pharmaceutical on canines, to Congress' dismay

Polly Klaas' father says California killer's bid to overturn death sentence was 'a travesty of justice'

A California judge rejected convicted killer Richard Allen Davis request for a resentencing hearing for his death-penalty sentence after murdering Polly Klaas in 1993.

California’s rich and famous murdered, burglarized and kidnapped as fmr. detective offers chilling prediction

Violent crime is on the rise in several major cities in California and a crime expert tells Fox News Digital there is two main factors contributing to the rise.

Oregon defendants who do not have a lawyer must be released from jail, US appeals court rules

A federal appeals court upheld a ruling that Oregon defendants who have been in jail for more than seven days without a defense attorney must be released.

Knife-wielding Florida teen allegedly murders boy at sleepover, injures adult: 'Violent, premeditated attack'

Police in Florida said a 16-year-old boy barged into a sleepover and stabbed a 15-year-old boy to death and injured an adult.

Trump verdict has started 'war of weaponization of the criminal justice system,' legal experts warn

Legal experts say the former President Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records in New York has 'weaponized' the justice system for politics.

Homeless man savagely beaten by mob of teens that streamed attack on Instagram: report

A mob of teens reportedly beat a homeless man while streaming the attack on Instagram. KFOR reported that the teens savagely ripped out the man's colostomy bag and left him for dead.

2 dead, 7 injured in suburban Pittsburgh bar shootout

Two people were reported dead and seven others injured following a shootout at the Ballers Hookah Lounge and Cigar Bar in Penn Hills, Pennsylvania.

Former NJ officer gets 27 years for killing driver, wounding passenger during 2019 chase

Jovanny Crespo, a former Newark, New Jersey, police officer, has been sentenced to a cumulative 27 years in prison for the death of one man and injury of another during a 2019 chase.

2 dead in South Carolina block party shooting

Two people were reportedly killed and two others sustained minor gunshot wounds during a shooting at a Rock Hill, South Carolina, block party.

Blue city rethinking 'sanctuary' status amid migrant flood

A new bill introduced by a Democratic and Republican New York City council members would roll back some of the city's sanctuary polices that were passed under de Blasio.

Lori Vallow's sister reacts to Chad Daybell's death sentence: 'Everything I needed to hear'

Lori Vallow's sister, Summer Shiflet, spoke out publicly for the first time Saturday about Chad Daybell's death sentence at CrimeCon 2024 in Nashville.

Trump lawyer spars with host over ex-Biden DOJ official tapped in New York hush-money case

Former President Trump's lawyer said ex-DOJ official Matthew Colangelo's work on Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg's hush money case suggests "weaponization."

Blue state sheriff says he’s ‘changing teams,’ urges support for Trump

Riverside, California, Sheriff Chad Bianco joked that he was "changing teams" in a video posted to social media over the weekend, urging followers to support Trump in 2024.

Hunter Biden’s drug use: What the prosecution needs to prove and what we already know

Hunter Biden, President Biden's son, will face trial in Wilmington, Delaware, on Monday regarding three federal gun charges related to his drug use.

Gabby Petito’s mom and stepmom send not-so-subtle message to Roberta Laundrie

Nichole Schmidt and Tara Petito took a swipe at Roberta Laundrie as part of their effort to prevent people like her son Brian from killing again.

Trump supporters flip American flag upside down in protest of perceived weaponization of legal system

An inverted U.S. flag was displayed by regular Americans and politicians in protest after former President Trump's New York criminal conviction.

Ohio shooting leaves 1 dead, dozens more wounded: Police

One person is dead and at least 26 others are wounded following a mass shooting overnight in Akron, Ohio. No suspect has been taken into custody.

Police investigating fetus discovered on bus in Baltimore

A fetus was discovered on the seat of an MTA bus in Baltimore, Maryland, Saturday afternoon, according to officials. The incident remains under investigation.

Indiana serial killer's 18-acre property littered with 10,000 human remains still hides secrets

An Indiana serial killer, Herb Baumeister, is believed to have killed at 25 victims and buried over 10,000 human remains throughout his property

Georgia man allegedly beat girlfriend, killed bystander who attempted to intervene in Florida

A Georgia man was arrested in Florida after detectives say he beat his girlfriend and punched a man who attempted to intervene in the altercation.

Florida helicopter pilot charged with harassing protected birds after landing on shorebird nesting site

The protected shorebirds have gathered at Egmont Key State Park to breed, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Trump's criminal conviction is spurring big-dollar campaign contributions as son touts record 24-hour haul

Donald Trump's conviction is spurring big dollar donors to donate to his presidential campaign with the former president's campaign estimating that approximately $150 million will be raised.

Mugshots of the week: May 26-June 1, 2024

These mugshots were taken for arrests made throughout the U.S. the week of May 26-June 1, 2024.