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Miami Herald
a day ago
- Miami Herald
Dog tracks missing woman's scent for miles and finds her in marsh, CT troopers say
A bloodhound tracked a missing woman's scent for miles and found her in a swampy area of a reservoir, Connecticut officials said. On July 22, bloodhounds were requested to a Glastonbury home after troopers got reports of a missing woman with Alzheimer's, according to a July 25 Facebook post by state police. A K-9 dog started at the woman's home and followed her scent for 2.7 miles, troopers said. She was eventually found in a marsh with a leg injury and unable to walk, troopers said. Troopers were able to transport the woman from the woods, and she was sent to a local hospital for treatment, the state police said. Glastonbury is about a 10-mile drive southeast from Hartford.
SowetanLIVE
3 days ago
- SowetanLIVE
Police scour Middelpos settlement after new information in Joshlin Smith case
Western Cape police searched an area in the Middelpos informal settlement in Saldanha Bay on Friday afternoon chasing leads as part of the investigation into the disappearance of seven-year-old Joshlin Smith. Joshlin's mother, Racquel 'Kelly' Smith, Smith's boyfriend Jacquin 'Boeta' Appollis, 33, and Steveno van Rhyn, 28, received life sentences for the kidnapping and trafficking of Joshlin in May. An eight-week trial revealed how the trio planned to sell the green-eyed grade 1 pupil with fair skin to a sangoma for R20,000 from their home in the settlement in February last year. 'SAPS teams led by detectives with K-9 members, search and rescue teams and local police have been scouring an identified area in Saldanha Bay. Whether the ongoing search will yield any success remains to be seen. It is worth reiterating that police have an obligation to follow up and test all information that is brought to their attention,' Western Cape police said on Saturday. 'A humble plea is hereby made that the search teams be afforded space to perform their duties as the investigation continues.' Police said on Saturday, even though the three were sentenced for kidnapping and human trafficking, the disappearance without trace of the child remained a priority for police and the investigation was never closed. TimesLIVE
TimesLIVE
4 days ago
- TimesLIVE
Police scour Middelpos settlement after new information in Joshlin Smith case
Western Cape police searched an area in the Middelpos informal settlement in Saldanha Bay on Friday afternoon chasing leads as part of the investigation into the disappearance of seven-year-old Joshlin Smith. Joshlin's mother, Racquel 'Kelly' Smith, Smith's boyfriend Jacquin 'Boeta' Appollis, 33, and Steveno van Rhyn, 28, received life sentences for the kidnapping and trafficking of Joshlin in May. An eight-week trial revealed how the trio planned to sell the green-eyed grade 1 pupil with fair skin to a sangoma for R20,000 from their home in the settlement in February last year. 'SAPS teams led by detectives with K-9 members, search and rescue teams and local police have been scouring an identified area in Saldanha Bay. Whether the ongoing search will yield any success remains to be seen. It is worth reiterating that police have an obligation to follow up and test all information that is brought to their attention,' Western Cape police said on Saturday. 'A humble plea is hereby made that the search teams be afforded space to perform their duties as the investigation continues.' Police said on Saturday, even though the three were sentenced for kidnapping and human trafficking, the disappearance without trace of the child remained a priority for police and the investigation was never closed.
Newsweek
4 days ago
- Newsweek
Photos Show Bloody Frogs, Raw Sea Cucumbers Discovered in US Airport
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A K-9 police dog and federal officials uncovered an "unusual haul" at the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport which included bloody frogs and raw sea cucumbers, , Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) said on Friday. Newsweek reached out to CBP via email for additional comment. Why It Matters CBP is responsible for safeguarding the nation from potentially hazardous materials and protected wildlife being brought into the country. Discoveries like bloody frogs and raw sea cucumbers raise concerns about possible disease transmission, invasive species and violations of international trade and wildlife protection laws. These cases also highlight the importance of border inspections for both public health and environmental security. According to CBP, prohibited biological materials can threaten U.S. agriculture and ecosystem health if not properly controlled. What To Know In a post on X, CBP said that K-9 Buckie and CBP agriculture specialists discovered the items from a passenger arriving at the airport from South Korea. Along with the frogs and cucumbers, there were Other "unidentified items" discovered along with the frogs and cucumbers as well, CBP said. The items are now with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) for identification, the post says. The specific date and time of the seizure was not disclosed in the post. Transporting wildlife and raw animal products into the United States is tightly regulated. Many such items require special permits and must meet strict health and safety standards. The CBP and USFWS routinely cooperate to intercept potentially illegal imports and enforce laws protecting both consumers and native species. A K-9 police dog can be seen alongside bloody frogs, raw sea cucumbers and other "unidentified items," Customs and Border Patrol says. (Photo from CBP) A K-9 police dog can be seen alongside bloody frogs, raw sea cucumbers and other "unidentified items," Customs and Border Patrol says. (Photo from CBP) What People Are Saying CBP said on its website, in part: "The products CBP prevent from entering the United States are those that would injure community health, public safety, American workers, children, or domestic plant and animal life, or those that would defeat our national interests. Sometimes the products that cause injury, or have the potential to do so, may seem fairly innocent. But, as you will see from the material that follows, appearances can be deceiving." The agency continued: "Before you leave for your trip abroad, you might want to talk to CBP about the items you plan to bring back to be sure they're not prohibited or restricted. Prohibited means the item is forbidden by law to enter the United States. Examples of prohibited items are dangerous toys, cars that don't protect their occupants in a crash, bush meat, or illegal substances like absinthe and Rohypnol. Restricted means that special licenses or permits are required from a federal agency before the item is allowed to enter the United States. Examples of restricted items include firearms, certain fruits and vegetables, animal products, animal by products, and some animals." What Happens Next The seized items remain in USFWS custody pending formal identification and review. According to CBP guidelines, travelers importing biological materials or wildlife without proper declaration or permits may face civil penalties or criminal charges. It was not immediately known to Newsweek at the time of publication if the passenger was subject to any penalty.
USA Today
5 days ago
- USA Today
GloRilla arrested in Georgia for drug possession following house burglary
GloRilla was arrested earlier this week on felony drug possession after a break-in led authorities to search her home. The rapper, who was not at home at the time, voluntarily turned herself in to the Forsyth County Jail in Georgia on Tuesday, July 22, the sheriff's department confirmed. GloRilla, whose real name is Gloria Woods, was released the same day on a $22,260 bond. On July 20, authorities were called to Woods' home in the early hours of the morning to respond to a burglary after occupants of the house reported three intruders had entered and were in the process of stealing items, according to the sheriff's department. When an armed occupant fired on the intruders, they fled the scene. GloRilla arrested in Georgia, faces DUI charge: Here's everything we know about her arrest When officers carried out an extensive drone and K-9 search for the intruders, according to the sheriff's department, they "detected a strong odor consistent with illegal narcotics," and secured a search warrant. A "significant" amount of marijuana was found both in plain view and in the master bedroom closet, authorities told USA TODAY. Woods, who was not present at the time of the burglary or search, was charged with Felony Possession of Marijuana and Possession of a Schedule I controlled substance. "The arrest of Gloria Woods is a disturbing window into how warped law enforcement priorities have become," Drew Findling and Marissa Goldberg, lawyers for the rapper, wrote in a statement to USA TODAY July 24. "Ms. Woods was out of town when her residence became a target for a group of home invaders who most likely knew she wasn't there. What they didn't know was that she had family staying with her that were traumatized by the violent entrance of this group who grabbed high value jewelry before taking off once they realized the home wasn't vacant," they said. "When her family members did the right thing and called law enforcement, instead of investigating the violent home invasion and theft at Ms. Woods' home, they instead sought a search warrant when they spotted what they believed was a small amount of marijuana," her lawyers said. "Law enforcement then sought arrest warrants for her even though she hadn't been at her home for some time. No arrest warrants have been issued for the violent home invaders. Ms. Woods is a victim, not a suspect. This is our tax dollars at work, absolutely unbelievable." The sheriff's department confirmed July 24 that the burglary investigation remains active and ongoing, and that detectives had recovered "physical and trace forensic evidence" they believe was left behind by the suspects. "The homeowner is a victim of a serious crime, and we are committed to bringing the suspects to justice," Sheriff Ron Freeman said in a release. "At the same time, we must continue to uphold and enforce the law in all aspects of this case." Woods was arrested in 2024 as well on a DUI charge.
