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New York Post
05-05-2025
- New York Post
Suspected ringleader of Central Park migrant robbery crew one of the pint-sized punks busted in Times Square cop beatdown
One of the young migrants busted in the caught-on-camera beatdown of two cops in Times Square is believed to be the ringleader of a robbery crew that terrorized Central Park last year, law-enforcement sources said. The 12-year-old suspected thief — one of four baby-faced migrants arrested so far in the Friday night attack — was previously nabbed in August for being the 'aggressor' in a violent gang mugging at a Queens subway station. The pipsqueak, whose name is being withheld because of his age, was released both times with no big-boy charges and only a family court hearing date – a symptom of the state's lax juvenile justice system. Advertisement 3 The 12-year-old suspected thief back in August 2024. Viral News nyc 'The road to hell is paved with good intentions. We're not helping anyone with these insane laws,' one law enforcement source said. 'We essentially turned an 11-year-old into a ringleader of a robbery crew with no legal mechanism to protect the public of the kid.' Investigators believe he may be behind more than 20 Manhattan robberies, sources said. Advertisement 3 Three of the suspects arrested for an assault on NYPD cops in Times Square. Obtained by NYPost Cops suspect he is the leader of a violent robbery crew that has pulled off at least 21 heists in and around Central Park since June, sources said. They also believe him to be a member of the Diablos de la 42, or Devils of 42nd Street, a sort of the minor leagues for the violent Venezuelan street gang Tren de Aragua in the Big Apple, according to the sources. Yet he dodged serious consequences following his August arrest due to his age – which under state law means he gets a slap on the wrist and is released until he can go before a family court judge. Advertisement The boy was allegedly back on the streets shortly before 8 pm on Friday when the crew tried to rob two youngsters in Times Square, sources said. When two of New York's Finest intervened, the mob attacked the cops and ran off. 3 New York Post cover for Thursday, August 15, 2024. The incident was eerily similar to a January 2024 attack on two other police officers in Times Square by a rowdy migrant gang. Advertisement In a statement Monday, the NYPD denounced the latest attack. 'This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that NYPD police officers face every day while working to keep New Yorkers safe,' the statement said. 'Our detectives' swift investigation led to the arrest of some of these individuals the day after the incident, and they continue to work tirelessly to identify and pursue those that are still outstanding.' — Additional reporting by Amanda Wood
Western Telegraph
04-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Miss Earth Wales finalist lands dream job at Folly Farm
Abigail Wood, a Miss Earth Wales 2025 finalist, has joined the keepers at the attraction as a seasonal penguin keeper. Ms Wood, from Tavernspite, has recently finished her Masters qualification in Environmental Biology: Conservation and Resource Management at Swansea University. She said: "I am so grateful for the opportunity to work at Folly Farm whose foundations are conservation, sustainability, and community." Abigail is passionate about nature (Image: Amanda Wood) Ms Wood's advocacy "Wild About Nature" has seen her pen a children's book to aid knowledge and education of nature. She said: "It is crucial that the upcoming generation recognises the implications of their actions on the surrounding ecosystems. "Whether big or small, everyone must play a part in ensuring that the UK's rich wildlife thrives for countless years to come." She is hoping to become Miss Earth Wales (Image: Amanda Wood) The Miss Earth Wales final is on May 25 in Barry and Ms Wood hopes to achieve success as she did in 2023 when she became the first Miss Eco Pageants UK. Here, courage, beauty, and sustainability are brought together with integrity and a strong advocacy.
Yahoo
05-03-2025
- Yahoo
Seven arrested during joint operation in Campbell County
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. (WFXR) – The Campbell County Sheriff's Office says a joint operation with other local law enforcement during 'Operation Hide and Seek' resulted in the arrests of 7 people. On Friday, February 28 the Hide and Seek operation was completed and the following were arrested on said charges: Richard A Beavers (37) of Gladys, VA – 18.2-456 Failure to appear and 19.2-123 Violate Conditions of release. (Narcotics-related) Amanda Wood (32) -18.2-192 Credit Card Theft Casey J Gibson (36) of Lynch Station, VA – 18.2-456 Failure to appear (Restitution-related) John P Colbert (44) of Evington, VA – 18.2-51.6 Strangulation Marquell D Payne (29) of Lynch Station, VA – 18.2-60 Threats in writing Sara L Doyle (36) of Lynchburg, VA – 18.2-456 Failure to Appear Angela Mayhew (Taken into Custody) 18.2-250 Possession of SCH I/II narcotics and 18.2-308.4 Possession of a firearm while in possession of narcotics. Court documents reveal Pierce allegedly shot victims at child safe exchange drop-off The following items were seized: 37 Firearms Stolen Firearm Stolen Property Illegal Narcotics The operation was completed by the Campbell County Sheriff's Office's Crime Suppression Unit (CSU) and the field division, the Virginia State Police's Operation Snow Eagle, as well as the Central Virginia Drug and Gang Task Force, District 13 Probation and Parole, CCSO's Criminal Investigations Division, and Field Division. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
