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Cumberland police arrest three in separate incidents

Cumberland, MD The Cumberland Police Department executed an arrest warrant on January 3 for Jacob Haines following an incident believed to have happened the previous day. The arrest stemmed from a report of an assault that left an alleged victim with injuries.

Police officers responded to the first block of Arch Street at approximately 12:47 AM on January 2. After an investigation, charges were filed against Haines who was arrested and later remanded to the Allegany County Detention Center without bond.

Haines, 36, faces charges of first and second-degree assault.

Separately, police conducted a traffic stop on E. Fourth Street at Grand Avenue on January 3 at approximately 4:39 PM and arrested Russell Sasser Jr.

A Police K-9 alerted officers to the odor of drugs in Sasser’s vehicle. He was found to have a controlled dangerous substance in his possession, issued a criminal citation, and released pending trial.

Sasser, 45, faces charges related to possessing a controlled substance not involving cannabis.

In another incident later that day, officers stopped Robert Whitacre III on Maryland Avenue at approximately 10:02 PM.

A search of his vehicle revealed suspected methamphetamine.

Whitacre, 36, was issued a criminal citation and released pending trial on similar charges.

Woman allegedly shoots boyfriend over cookies in Twin Falls

Twin Falls, ID – Katheryn Welch, 53, faces charges after allegedly shooting her boyfriend in the leg during a dispute over Christmas cookies. She was arrested on December 23 for aggravated battery, destruction or concealment of evidence, possession of a controlled substance, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

According to court documents, deputies from the Twin Falls County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting call at the couple’s home. Upon arrival, deputies found a man with bloodstains on his pants and a gunshot wound near his right knee.

The 911 call originated from a relative of the boyfriend, who reported the incident occurred days prior. When questioned, the injured man confirmed that Welch was in the house but did not initially specify where he had been shot. A deputy later prompted him, and he acknowledged his injury.

Welch exited the home with her hands raised and claimed the shooting was accidental, stating it followed an argument over cookies. She reportedly admitted to disposing of the gun along the road.

Deputies obtained a search warrant and found blood spatter and a .22-caliber bullet casing inside the home, along with a substance identified as methamphetamine. The firearm was not located during the search.

Welch was booked into the Twin Falls County Jail and posted a $75,000 bond for release on Monday. Her next court appearance is scheduled for January 9, 2026.

Mother charged with murder in baby daughter’s tragic death

Logan, OH

A mother has been charged with murder following the death of her ten-month-old daughter. Daisha Somers, 27, is accused of causing severe injuries to her child, Ka’myla Somers, which included multiple skull fractures and signs of significant internal trauma.

The child was found unresponsive in November 2022, after Somers and her boyfriend, Jerry Johnson, claimed she fell from her bed. Investigators later determined the extent of Ka’myla’s injuries did not match the explanation provided.

Both Somers and Johnson allegedly heard a loud noise before discovering the child on the floor. They did not call emergency services and opted to transport her to a hospital in their vehicle several hours later.

On Friday, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced charges against Somers that included murder and felonious assault. Johnson, who is not Ka’myla’s father, faces charges of child endangerment but has not been charged with murder.

Somers reportedly admitted to using methamphetamine, while Johnson acknowledged being intoxicated from alcohol consumption. Johnson stated he found the baby unresponsive while Somers was doing laundry elsewhere.

After being transported to the hospital, Ka’myla was placed on life support and later pronounced dead on November 23, 2022.

A Hocking County grand jury issued the indictment last week. Somers is currently being held without bond following her arrest in West Virginia.

Initial charges of child endangerment against both individuals were dismissed in April 2023 as prosecutors worked to gather necessary evidence for a murder indictment. Delays in the case were largely attributed to the reliance on forensic evidence and expert testimony regarding the medical information related to the case.

A GoFundMe campaign launched in Ka’myla’s memory described her as a vibrant child who brought joy to those around her.

Man arrested after sending meth through bank drive-thru tube

Woodsfield, OH A 46-year-old man was recently apprehended for sending methamphetamine through a bank’s drive-thru pneumatic tube system. Jason G. Smith was booked on drug-related charges earlier this week by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.

The incident occurred on a Sunday when a bank employee discovered a “crystal like substance consistent with methamphetamine” in a baggie that had passed through the bank’s air tubes. Further testing confirmed that the substance was indeed methamphetamine.

Investigation revealed that Smith inadvertently sent the package while conducting a routine banking transaction. He was later located by officers from the state’s Department of Natural Resources in nearby Wayne Township.

Following his detention, deputies recovered additional suspected drugs and drug-related items from Smith’s truck using a police dog. He was subsequently taken to the Monroe County Jail.

Details regarding Smith’s specific charges have not yet appeared on the public docket of the Monroe County court system. The sheriff’s office issued a public service announcement regarding the dangers of illegal drugs, emphasizing that they can be turned in at the Sheriff’s Office without consequence.

“Illegal drugs don’t belong in bank drive-thrus,” Sheriff Derek Norman stated. “They can be turned in safely.”

Mother charged with child endangerment after baby found in trash can

Keokuk, IA A 28-year-old woman has been charged with child endangerment after the death of her infant son. Jaley Bush was arrested following an incident that left her son, identified as R.S., unresponsive.

On January 27, Bush visited a friend in Keokuk and fell asleep on a bed while her child was nearby. When she awoke, her son was discovered headfirst in a trash can beside the bed.

Keokuk police responded to the home around 2 p.m. and initiated lifesaving measures for R.S. Bush exhibited signs of being under the influence of narcotics, with slurred speech and a stoic demeanor.

Bush reported to police that she had taken a sedative prior to sleeping. She was unsure of the origin of the pills she consumed.

The following day, authorities obtained a search warrant for a blood sample from Bush. Toxicology results showed positive tests for methamphetamine and benzodiazepines.

R.S. was pronounced dead on February 5. The cause of death was determined to be asphyxia.

Bush appeared in court for her charges on Tuesday, according to local reports. Keokuk is situated in southeastern Iowa, near the borders of Missouri and Illinois.

Fiance and sister arrested in missing Michigan woman’s case after body recovery

Baldwin, MI

The fiance and sister of a missing Michigan woman are in custody following the discovery of a body resembling the woman. Rebecca Park, 22, was last seen by her mother outside her Cadillac home on November 3.

A body was found by searchers along a hiking trail in Manistee National Forest on November 25, about 35 miles south of Traverse City. Wexford County Sheriff Trent Taylor stated that the individual found resembled Rebecca Park.

Sheriff Taylor described the situation as tragic and expressed hope that it could bring closure. Park’s fiancé, Richard Falor, 43, was arrested later that evening on multiple charges. Hours later, around 1 a.m. on November 26, Kimble Park, 21, was also taken into custody.

Falor faces two counts related to methamphetamine distribution. Kimberly Park has been charged with tampering with evidence, lying to police, and filing a false report.

As of now, there is no official link between these charges and the disappearance of Rebecca Park. An autopsy will be conducted to confirm the identity of the recovered remains, although family members reportedly confirmed it was Rebecca.

During a court appearance on the following Wednesday, Kimberly Park’s bond was set at $750,000, while Falor’s bond was set at $1 million. Both are considered threats to the community and flight risks.

Due to national media focus on the case, 84th District Court Judge Corey Wiggins ordered livestream coverage of the proceedings to cease. Judge Wiggins emphasized the need to ensure a fair trial for the defendants.

Details surrounding the status of Rebecca Park’s child remain undisclosed. Her due date was reportedly November 18.

Rebecca Park’s adoptive mother expressed her heartbreak and the challenges faced by the family during this distressing time.

District C-11 cops nab armed robbery suspect in drug bust

BOSTON, MA A suspect linked to an armed robbery report was arrested in Dorchester on Wednesday afternoon. Officers responded to a report of a robbery at 262 E 8th Street around 3:19 PM.

A potential suspect was seen entering a bodega with a bandana over his face. Officers arrived and saw the man walking outside of the store and approached him.

The individual fled, prompting a foot pursuit. Despite multiple orders to halt, the suspect continued to run.

The suspect entered a backyard on Knowlton Street before the officer caught up to him and placed him in handcuffs.

A subsequent investigation revealed that the suspect had outstanding warrants for armed robbery, assault and battery, and assault and battery with a dangerous weapon.

Further warrants related to drug trafficking were also discovered.

During the arrest, officers found 68 grams of fentanyl, 29 grams of crystal meth, and five grams of crack cocaine.

Officers also recovered a scale with white powder residue and $1,124 in cash.

Dempsey Allen, 28, of Milford, faces multiple charges, including trafficking of fentanyl and methamphetamine.

He is expected to appear in South Boston District Court for the arraignment.

Man shoots sleeping roommate in violent St. Cloud incident

St. Cloud, MN A 31-year-old man is charged with attempted murder after allegedly shooting his roommate multiple times while he slept. Austin Gerads faces charges including second-degree assault with a dangerous weapon.

Officers responded to a residence on the 800 block of 8th Avenue South early Sunday morning at approximately 4:20 a.m. After reports of gunfire, police found two injured men, 44 and 55 years old.

The 44-year-old was reportedly shot twice by Gerads, who then assaulted the older man when he tried to intervene. Emergency medical personnel transported the shooting victim to St. Cloud Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while the 55-year-old was evaluated and treated at the scene.

When confronted by officers, Gerads attempted to flee on foot but was apprehended after a short chase. A handgun was recovered at the scene, believed to be used in the shooting.

According to a probable cause affidavit, the shooting victim informed authorities that Gerads accused him of having killed his daughter before shooting him. After the second shot, Gerads allegedly struck the victim multiple times.

As police arrived, Gerads reportedly fled out the back door. In addition to the firearm, officers discovered bullets, shell casings, a bloodied metal pole, and methamphetamine.

During questioning, Gerads allegedly stated his actions were “worth it,” claiming his daughter was being held captive in the basement, although police confirmed no one was inside the home.

Wisconsin woman sentenced to life for boyfriend’s fatal stabbing

Appleton, WI A 40-year-old woman was sentenced to life in prison on Wednesday for the fatal stabbing of her boyfriend. Samantha Jean Krebs was found guilty of intentional homicide for the death of 35-year-old Joseph “Joey” Carnot during a confrontation in their shared apartment.

The incident occurred on June 18. Krebs stabbed Carnot in the chest and attempted to convince witnesses that he had wounded himself.

Outagamie County Circuit Court Judge Vincent Biskupic sentenced Krebs to life in prison with the possibility of parole after 36 years.

Two witnesses arrived at the couple’s apartment only to find Carnot bleeding from his wounds. One witness reported that after discovering the scene, Krebs urged him to tell the police that Carnot had stabbed himself.

Krebs expressed fear of returning to prison during the encounter with witnesses. Court records detail a history of previous convictions for offenses including battery and possession of controlled substances dating back to 2011.

Despite the evidence, including testimony that claimed she was under the influence of methamphetamine at the time, Krebs maintained her innocence throughout the trial. During her defense, she insisted she was not responsible for Carnot’s death, claiming she was shocked and focused on avoiding drug possession charges.

Prosecutors argued that Krebs had intentionally stabbed Carnot and attempted to cover it up. They highlighted her behavior immediately following the stabbing, which included kissing Carnot and telling him she loved him before she later left the apartment.

Krebs was found guilty after jurors deliberated for just over five hours. She faced intense questioning during the trial, including a moment where a prosecutor pointed out that she left her fiancé to die on the floor of their kitchen.

In her statements during the trial and sentencing, Krebs expressed confusion over her culpability and asserted that she did not deserve such a severe sentence. Judge Biskupic rejected her claims of innocence, insisting that her narrative was not credible.