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- American Military News
Video/Pics: World War II memorabilia stolen from homeowner in Oakland
A collection of World War II memorabilia was stolen over Memorial Day weekend from a homeowner in Oakland, California. The military memorabilia was from multiple generations of the homeowner's family's military service. Forrest Spellman told Fox 2 that he had a 'ton of WWII memorabilia' that belonged to his grandfather, as well as medals and awards that belonged to his father. He also explained that four generations of his family served in the U.S. military. 'That military history has always meant so much to how much my upbringing was and who I am today and those articles meant a lot-as a symbol of that, who I am, my identity,' Spellman told Fox 2. Fox 2 reported that surveillance video shows a 'white, older-model pickup truck' pulling up to Spellman's driveway at roughly 4:45 a.m. on Saturday. Spellman told Fox 2 that he believes two thieves broke into his house by using a side door. Spellman explained that he and his wife were sleeping in their bedroom as the unidentified thieves were stealing their possessions from the home's second bedroom. READ MORE: Pics: Surprising WWII shipwreck finds revealed 'My wife and I woke up and heard footsteps right outside our bedroom door, and I was terrified,' Spellman told Fox 2. The Oakland homeowner noted that he left his bed, opened the door of the bedroom, and saw the silhouettes of the suspected thieves as they were leaving the front door of the house. A surveillance video and pictures shared on social media shows the white pickup truck, which features a black replacement fender on the front passenger's side of the vehicle, driving away from the scene early Saturday morning. Spellman described the incident as 'very upsetting' and explained that the break-in takes away from his 'sense of peace and security' in Oakland. The Oakland homeowner added that he hopes to 'reclaim' his sense of peace and security in the aftermath of the break-in. Spellman told Fox 2 that the World War II memorabilia stolen in Saturday's incident include his great-grandfather Philip Buck's dog tags, which were worn during the Battle of the Bulge. 'I think about them not only today, but all days of the year,' Spellman told Fox 2. 'I really hope to get those back, just memorialize that thought physically.' Spellman told Fox 2 that he had just moved into his home in Oakland last week. While Spellman acknowledged that a significant number of people had been working at the house throughout the week, he told Fox 2 that he did not have any idea who might be responsible for stealing his World War II memorabilia and other items.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Michigan police say Ford worker made millions stealing parts from plant to sell on eBay in years-long scheme
Millions of dollars of brand-new Ford hoods, bumpers and taillights recently disappeared straight off the assembly line into an online market before Dearborn police cracked the case. According to Fox 2 Detroit, a former Ford Motor employee slipped the parts out of three plants in Wayne, Dearborn and Flat Rock over more than two years, then funneled the loot to a Detroit‑area auto shop that resold it on eBay. Thanks to Jeff Bezos, you can now become a landlord for as little as $100 — and no, you don't have to deal with tenants or fix freezers. Here's how I'm 49 years old and have nothing saved for retirement — what should I do? Don't panic. Here are 5 of the easiest ways you can catch up (and fast) Nervous about the stock market in 2025? Find out how you can access this $1B private real estate fund (with as little as $10) 'When we executed a search warrant … from the floor to the ceiling, it was stacked with brand‑new auto parts,' Police Chief Issa Shahin told Fox 2. The suspect and several associates are now in custody, facing potential charges of grand theft auto, racketeering and running a criminal enterprise. According to Shahin, the ex‑employee removed factory‑fresh components during shifts and drove them to a third‑party shop on West Chicago Street, where they were then sold online. Detectives believe the parts were listed online within days, generating a big payday for all parties involved — until police stepped in and shut the entire enterprise down, reports Fox 2. Any item confirmed as stolen violates eBay's Stolen Property Policy, which states the company 'will work with law enforcement in any attempts to sell stolen property on eBay' and permanently remove offending listings. Since the federal INFORM Consumers Act took effect in 2023, high‑volume online sellers must verify their identities and provide contact information, which gives police an additional paper trail if goods are suspected to have been stolen. The warehouse‑style storefront and two locations related to the theft ring have been closed while officers sort and catalog thousands of items. Shahin said the department is 'working with all of our partners to see if we can shut them down permanently.' Ford's global investigations unit is also assisting officials. Many of the details of this investigation are still under wraps while police continue to investigate, but Fox 2 reports all suspects are currently in custody. Read more: This is how American car dealers use the '4-square method' to make big profits off you — and how you can ensure you pay a fair price for all your vehicle costs Buying discounted car parts online can be tempting, but stolen inventory creates headaches for drivers and body shops alike. If Ford invalidates the component's warranty — or law enforcement seizes the part during an investigation — owners may be stuck with a repair bill and no restitution. Plus, you can be charged with receiving stolen property, depending on which state you live in. So, how do you avoid stolen goods? Check the price against the MSRP. A new bumper listed at half the dealership cost is a red flag unless the seller can document overstock or liquidation. Look for original packaging and intact barcode labels. Missing boxes or scratched‑off serial numbers can signal hot goods. Vet the seller. Reputable merchants post business addresses, clear return policies and years of positive feedback. Beware of brand‑new accounts or profiles that hide contact info. Ask for paperwork. Legitimate dismantlers and surplus dealers should provide a receipt showing where the part came from, such as an auction lot, insurance salvage or OEM close‑out. Use protected payment methods. Paying with a credit card — rather than debit or cash — may make it easier to claw back funds if law enforcement later flags the item as stolen. If you spot a suspicious listing, you can report a concern on eBay and forward the URL and any screenshots to the local police. While you likely won't be able to trace the validity of smaller parts, larger parts like doors or engines may still have the car's original VIN number on them. If so, you can verify whether the vehicle was reported stolen using the National Insurance Crime Bureau's free VINCheck Service. Stolen parts rings thrive on speed and anonymity, moving inventory before factories even notice it's missing. A few minutes of due diligence — plus a healthy dose of skepticism about 'too‑good‑to‑be‑true' prices — can steer you clear of the financial and legal headache of buying stolen parts. Want an extra $1,300,000 when you retire? Dave Ramsey says this 7-step plan 'works every single time' to kill debt, get rich in America — and that 'anyone' can do it Rich, young Americans are ditching the stormy stock market — here are the alternative assets they're banking on instead Robert Kiyosaki warns of a 'Greater Depression' coming to the US — with millions of Americans going poor. But he says these 2 'easy-money' assets will bring in 'great wealth'. How to get in now Here are 5 'must have' items that Americans (almost) always overpay for — and very quickly regret. How many are hurting you? This article provides information only and should not be construed as advice. It is provided without warranty of any kind.
Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Yahoo
Dearborn Heights double shooting: female victim speaks out after having hand amputated
The Brief A double-shooting suspect has been charged in a domestic situation in Dearborn Heights Ashante Linelli-Ramon McAfee is accused of shooting his ex-girlfriend and a man she was with. The Detroit man was armed with two guns during a home invasion on May 18, police say. DEARBORN HEIGHTS, MICH (Fox 2) - Days after a 48-year-old Detroit man was charged in a Dearborn Heights double shooting arising from a domestic situation, his ex-girlfriend, is speaking out. Darchelle Evans, 39, was shot four times in the right thigh, left knee, left chest and right hand. A 41-year-old Ecorse man who was with her at the time was shot in the kneecap. It took several days for Evans to be fully aware of herself after the shooting, when she woke up, she had had her right hand amputated. "He just started shooting his gun his AR-15, just shots everywhere," she said via Zoom from the hospital. Her fiancé, was able to run away after being shot in the knee, Evans wasn't so lucky. "He was trying to shoot me in the head, and then I blocked it with my right hand, which caused the amputation of my right hand," she said. "Once he did that I had to play like I was dead so he would stop shooting." The backstory Ashante Linelli-Ramon McAfee, 48, of Detroit, was charged in connection with the non-fatal shooting of his ex-girlfriend and an Ecorse man she was with, on Weddel Street, May 18. He was arraigned and given a $500,000 bond. Police say McAfee shot the 39-year-old Dearborn Heights woman four times in the right thigh, left knee, left chest and right hand. The 41-year-old Ecorse man was shot in the kneecap. Both victims were wounded non-fatally. At about 10:30 a.m., police officers were dispatched to the 4100 block of Weddel Street between Colgate and Lehigh for a reported shooting. Officers discovered the Ecorse man down the street from the residence suffering from his kneecap wound, and the Dearborn Heights woman inside the bedroom of the home suffering from gunshot wounds. Medics arrived on the scene and transported the victims to a local hospital for treatment. Police say that McAfee entered the victim's home before firing a rifle and a handgun, non-fatally wounding the victims, before fleeing the scene. Dearborn Heights police arrested McAfee later the same day. He has been charged with two counts of Assault with Intent to Murder, two counts of Felonious Assault, Discharge in or at a Building Causing Serious Injury, First-Degree Home Invasion, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Domestic Violence, and seven counts of Felony Firearm.* He is expected to be arraigned on May 20, 2025, after 1:30 p.m., in 20th District Court. Please request a photograph of the defendant from the Dearborn Heights Police Department after the arraignment. A GoFundMe has been started to help Evans with her medical bills. Anyone wishing to donate can do so here: The Source Information for this report is from the Wayne County Prosecutor's Office, and an interview with Evans.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Detroit rapper Skilla Baby in hospital after ‘targeted drive-by shooting'
Detroit rapper Skilla Baby was reportedly shot in an alleged targeted drive-by shooting on Thursday. The 26-year-old artist, real name Trevon Gardner, was driving in a black SUV on Eight Mile Road in Redford, an inner-ring suburb of Detroit, when he was shot at multiple times, according to local news outlet Fox 2. Multiple sources told the outlet that one of the bullets hit the rapper in the hand, and two grazed him in the head and the back, causing him to crash into a building on the side of the road. He was taken to a local hospital, where he is expected to recover. Click on Detroit spoke to one police source, who claimed that Skilla Baby was driving alone at the time of the shooting. Redford police have launched an investigation into the shooting. As of Thursday night, no suspects had been identified, per Fox 2. The Independent has reached out to the authorities and to Skilla Baby's representative for comment. Following reports of the shooting, several fans flocked to Skilla Baby's Instagram to wish him a quick recovery. 'Heavenly Father please bring this man a safe healing and easy recovery in Jesus mighty name we all pray amen!' one wrote. 'Uh un Trevon you better hang in there,' a second said, while a third begged for him to 'let us know you alive please.' 'I love you heal up,' another added. Skilla Baby has been on the rap scene since 2015, when he decided against attending college, according to Detroit's Metro Times. His dedication to the craft eventually caught the eye of Detroit rapper Sada Baby, who took the then-19-year-old under his wing. 'He found out I was walking to the studio, he made me quit my job,' Skilla told the publication. 'Then I met Juan, who's Sada's manager, and he helped me to the utmost extent. I had stayed with him for a little minute. And Sada was taking me everywhere, to all the shows. Being around Sada did help me.' In 2019, he released his mix tape Push That Shit Out Skilla, which would help him garner a fanbase. The next year, he released his breakthrough track 'Womack,' which he followed up in 2022 with his first major label debut, We Eat The Most, a mixtape that features some of his top hits, 'Icky Vicky Vibes' and 'Tay B Style.' During an interview on Keke Palmer's podcast last July, Skilla boldly disagreed with the idea that Eminem was Detroit's best rapper. 'I don't know because if you think number-wise Eminem is the best Detroit rapper,' he explained. 'But the gag is nobody would say that in Detroit.' A surprised Palmer then asked him to name some of his favorite Detroit rappers. 'I don't know because everybody had their turn being Detroit's favorite rapper,' Skilla responded. 'Sada Baby had his turn, Tee Grizzley had a turn, [42] Dugg had a turn, Babyface Ray had a turn. Veeze is one of Detroit's best rappers now,' he declared. 'Baby Smoove, Big Kizz – a lot of artists had their turn. Rocaine… Everybody had their turn being the best in the city, but what we lack is consistency. Nobody's consistently been Detroit's best rapper.' Turning the conversation back to Eminem, he admitted that while he was a fan of the 'Real Slim Shady' artist as a child, and still is, he didn't think Detroit considered him 'our best rapper.' 'Nobody in Detroit plays Eminem right now,' he argued.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Legal scholar warns GOP plan to undercut courts threatens constitutional order
In an interview, Dr. Brian Marks, J.D., Ph.D., of the University of New Haven, tells Fox 2's Hilary Golston a little-noticed provision in the House budget bill could shake the foundation of America's constitutional design. "We have a constitution of the United States" Marks told Golston. "It clearly defines the powers of each branch." Marks suggests putting language in the reconciliation bill, now working its way through the legislature that limits how courts can hold the President in contempt, could be disastrous. He says it's contrary to the system the framers built. Marks warns efforts to limit judges' ability to enforce their rulings is out of bounds, adding the judiciary was never meant to be a political afterthought and is the very branch that interprets what the Constitution means.
