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Toronto Sun
8 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Toronto Sun
CRIME HUNTER: Why did OnlyFans model lure man to his murder?
Get the latest from Brad Hunter straight to your inbox OnlyFans star Chelsea Perkins was looking for revenge. INSTAGRAM Cops say Chelsea Perkins had revenge and rage in her heart. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. 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Create Account And like the old Sicilian saying, sometimes that bitter blue plate special is best served cold. Perkins had concluded a stellar career in the United States Coast Guard. After her service, her life took a different direction, and she entered the porn business before moving to OnlyFans as a model named Selena Savage. TRANSFORMATION: From Coast Guard to killer. INSTAGRAM But life is full of twists and turns, and the 35-year-old beauty was determined to settle an old score. The object of her hatred was a 31-year-old man named Matthew Dunmire. Perkins would claim to anyone who would listen that Dunmire had raped her years before when the pair were in high school in Virginia. The brunette beauty went to the cops in 2017, but they blew her off. Last week, Perkins confessed to second-degree murder in the execution-style slaying of Dunmire. Your noon-hour look at what's happening in Toronto and beyond. By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. Please try again This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Chelsea Perkins claimed Matthew Dunmire had raped her in high school. *** In 2017, cops in Virginia Beach told the FBI they didn't have enough evidence to charge Dunmire, court records cited by the Cleveland Plain Dealer said. Perkins wasn't ready to let the matter drop. The Coast Guard vet confessed to travelling nearly 500 km from Virginia to Ohio to meet Dunmire. They were not strangers and had known each other for years before the slaying. In March 2021, Perkins messaged Dunmire on Facebook, drove to Cleveland and spent the night with him at an Airbnb rental. MUGSHOT: CHELSEA PERKINS. OSP According to cops, on March 6, 2021, he sent a text to his girlfriend that he planned to donate plasma and then return home. When he didn't show, authorities tracked his phone to the Terra Vista Natural Study Area of the park. Perkins had lured the aspiring musician to a popular trail in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Once on the trail, Perkins parked a bullet in Dunmire's brain. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. 'While hiking off-trail into a wooded area of the park, Perkins used a loaded firearm she brought with her to shoot the victim in the back of the head, killing him,' a U.S. Department of Justice press release read. KILLER: Chelsea Perkins. INSTAGRAM Dunmire's body wasn't discovered until three days later when hikers came upon the macabre scene. But putting the handcuffs on Perkins, who is married to another Coast Guardsman, was no easy task. It took the FBI nine months to find her using GPS data, DNA, social media records, tracking her phone and ballistics testing on shell casings discovered at the crime scene. *** Cops zeroed in on Perkins when one of Dunmire's co-workers revealed that four days before his murder, the musician said he was 'meeting a girl' who was staying in the Cleveland area. The co-worker added that a dark-haired woman had picked up Dunmire in a tiny white Smart car. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. GUNS R US: Chelsea Perkins. INSTAGRAM The vehicle was traced back to Perkins' husband, whom she had met in the service. Witnesses told investigators they had seen a woman who matched Perkins' description in the area on the day of the murder. They added that they heard a gunshot in the late morning. At Perkins' home in Alexandria, Virginia, the feds found three 9mm pistols. One had bullets that matched the slug they dug out of Dunmire's skull. Now, Perkins faces 25 years in prison for her plea. She will be sentenced on Sept. 9. WAS THE VICTIM A RAPIST? Matthew Dunmire. FACEBOOK *** But there was yet another sour twist in the bizarre slaying. Months after Dunmire was murdered, his grieving parents also took up guns to settle the score with Perkins. At the time, the porn star was still on the run. In November 2021, Tommie Lynn Dunmire and John Nelson McQuillen drove to Washington, DC, to kill their son's alleged killer. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Tommie Lynn disguised herself as a UPS driver and rapped on the door of an apartment unit where she believed Perkins was hiding. A woman answered the door and was shot twice in the stomach. It was not Chelsea Perkins, the woman was at the wrong place at the wrong time. The innocent victim miraculously survived the gunshot wounds. Dunmire's parents fled the scene and were later tracked down by the feds in Florida. As cops closed in following a high-speed chase, the grieving mom shot herself dead. John Nelson McQuillen pleaded guilty to accessory after the fact and was jailed for three years. Read More SERIAL KILLER FOR CHRISTMAS This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. No, this isn't a Hallmark movie. Looking for a Christmas gift for the true crime buff in your life? I've written a new book slated for release just before the holiday season. It's called Inside the Mind of the Golden State Killer (Gemini Books) and is a deep dive into the decades-long reign of terror unleashed by Joseph James DeAngelo Jr. The book turns up little-known details about the serial killer, his life and the twisted desires that drove him to rape and kill. Pre-order here! In this April 27, 2018 file photo, Joseph James DeAngelo, 72, the Golden State Killer appears in Sacramento County Superior Court in Sacramento, Calif. 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Time of India
21 hours ago
- Sport
- Time of India
Why the 2025 Thunder Are Oklahoma City's Best Team Ever – According to Kendrick Perkins
Minnesota Timberwolves at Oklahoma City Thunder (Image via Imagn). Kendrick Perkins , former NBA player and current ESPN analyst, has made a strong case for the 2025 Oklahoma City Thunder as the greatest team in franchise history. He believes they have surpassed even the iconic 2012 squad led by Kevin Durant, Russell Westbrook, and James Harden. Perkins credits their unmatched depth and defensive dominance as the key reasons for this distinction. The 2025 Oklahoma City Thunder boast superior depth and defense compared to past teams Kendrick Perkins highlights that while the 2012 Thunder featured future Hall of Famers, the current roster is more balanced and mature. Key additions like Cason Wallace, Alex Caruso, and Jalen Williams have transformed the team into an elite defensive unit. Perkins goes as far as calling them "one of the greatest defensive teams in NBA history." The 2025 Thunder's depth allows coach Mark Daigneault to deploy versatile defensive schemes while keeping players fresh. This is a luxury the 2012 team didn't have. Kendrick Perkins also notes that despite their youth, the 2025 squad plays with the composure of seasoned veterans, a trait that has been crucial in their success. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is now the greatest Oklahoma City Thunder player ever At the center of this team's rise is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander , whom Kendrick Perkins considers the best player in Oklahoma City Thunder history—even above Durant and Westbrook. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged over 30 points per game for three straight seasons while shooting above 50% from the field. His MVP-level performances have redefined the franchise. Kendrick Perkins DOUBLES DOWN on SGA being the GREATEST Thunder player ever if they win it all 👀 Kendrick Perkins predicts that if the Thunder win the 2025 NBA Finals, Gilgeous-Alexander will also secure Finals MVP, further cementing his legacy. His ability to dominate offensively while leading the team's defensive intensity sets him apart from past Thunder stars. He said: 'He will be the greatest Thunder ever. Yes, past Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook,' Perkins said. 'Third consecutive season of averaging over 30 shooting over 50% from the field, scoring title, MVP, conference MVP, going to the NBA Finals, winning the championship, and he's going to win Finals MVP.' The Oklahoma City Thunder's playoff dominance proves their historic potential The 2025 Oklahoma City Thunder have been unstoppable in the playoffs, including a 124-94 blowout win over the Minnesota Timberwolves to clinch the Western Conference Finals. Their defense was suffocating, forcing 14 steals and 8 blocks while holding the Timberwolves to poor shooting percentages. Throughout the postseason, the Thunder have averaged 10.3 steals per game, turning defense into fast-break opportunities. Their ability to disrupt opponents and convert turnovers into points has made them nearly unbeatable. Records and blowout wins highlight their superiority The Oklahoma City Thunder have set franchise records for blowout victories, showcasing their ability to dominate games from start to finish. Their deep roster allows them to maintain pressure on both ends of the floor, adapting defensively while keeping offensive efficiency high. Kendrick Perkins confidently states that the 2025 team would defeat the 2012 Thunder in a seven-game series. Their combination of talent, defense, and maturity makes them the most complete team in franchise history. Also read: NBA Free Agency Rumors: Is LeBron James leaving the Los Angeles Lakers - Deep dive into the legend's possible future in the league With their current trajectory, the 2025 Thunder are on the verge of bringing Oklahoma City its first NBA championship since the franchise relocated. Kendrick Perkins' endorsement underscores just how special this team is—not just for the Thunder, but in NBA history. Their defensive mastery, star power, and depth make them a true powerhouse, ready to etch their names in the record books.
Axios
a day ago
- Axios
Chicago artists work to preserve Black Lives Matter art
Black Lives Matter murals and public art were all over Chicago after George Floyd's murder in 2020, but five years later, it can be difficult to find some of those works. Why it matters: The protests against police brutality were an inflection point in a city with a complicated history of policing. Artists expressing their feelings about that moment and the larger social justice movement was natural in a city known for its public art. Flashback: As protests wove through Chicago neighborhoods in the summer of 2020, Paint the City founders Missy Perkins and Barrett Keithley connected artists with businesses who wanted to show their support for Black Lives Matter. "It was just a thing where we just couldn't sit back and kind of watch this happen and not do something. We were obviously both feeling like, 'What kind of action can we take?'" Perkins tells Axios. "We know so many artists from all over the place that could go out and create these inspiring murals as a way to help people or as a way to engage in a conversation." Perkins says the group created hundreds of artistic boards across the city. Yes, but: All of those boards are not currently on display to the public. Many were shown in the 2021 exhibition "Resilient Voices," at the DuSable Museum in Washington Park, but Perkins says they're now in storage in need of restoration and a permanent home. Paint the City is exploring funding avenues to make that happen. State of play: Other groups, including the Sounding Boards Garden initiative, created displays that are still open to the public. In a lot behind Harmony Community Church in North Lawndale sits an outdoor gallery of colorful painted boards, including a portrait of Floyd, a large fist with the phrase "Power to the People," and a black cherub wearing boxing gloves and floating in space. Zoom out: George Floyd Square in Minneapolis, where police officer Derek Chauvin killed Floyd, is ensnared in a development battle about what to do with the streets around the memorial created after Floyd's death. Washington, D.C., has dismantled its Black Lives Matter Plaza for what Mayor Muriel Bowser said will instead become an area celebrating America's 250th birthday, which is in 2026. Context: Following the 2020 protests, activists also called for the dismantling of public art and monuments across the country, saying they reinforced white supremacy. Most notable in Chicago was the removal of two Christopher Columbus statues, one of which the city plans to loan to the Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans. The city created the Chicago Monuments Project to determine what to do with the other controversial public art. Reality check: The group identified 41 objects that "privilege whiteness, social elites and the powerful above all other people" and recommended that several be placed in storage, but none have been, CBS reported this month.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Detectives stop woman from losing $20K in Bitcoin scam
LAKEVILLE, Mass. (WPRI) — Detectives prevented a 73-year-old woman from being scammed out of $20,000 Thursday, according to Lakeville Police Chief Matthew Perkins. Perkins said the woman's family contacted the Lakeville Police Department just before 2 p.m. after she had inexplicably withdrawn $20,000 from her bank account and was not answering her phone. An investigation revealed that a scammer had contacted the woman and convinced her that her computer was infected with a virus. The scammer claimed that the only way to protect her money was to withdraw it from her account and deposit it into a Bitcoin ATM. Perkins said the scammer also instructed the woman to not answer phone calls, even ones from her own family. Detectives determined that the woman's vehicle was likely headed toward Raynham and notified patrolling officers to be on the lookout for her. Perkins said Raynham officers found the woman's car parked outside Coletti's Market on North Main Street while checking the Bitcoin ATMs in town. The officers were able to successfully intervene and stop the woman from completing the transaction. Perkins said the woman was still on the phone with the scammer and receiving step-by-step instructions on how to deposit her money at the time. 'This case is a powerful reminder of how sophisticated and manipulative these scams have become,' Perkins said. 'Thanks to fast detective work, interagency cooperation and a vigilant family, we were able to stop this in time. If not for those combined efforts, the victim could have lost a significant amount of money.' The Lakeville Police Department offered the following tips on how to recognize so-called crypto con scams: Scammers pretend to be from known businesses or organizations. They will use existing names or fabricate names that sound official in an effort to trick you into believing them. Scammers say there's a problem or a prize. They might claim that you're in trouble with the government, that you owe money, that someone in your family had an emergency or that there's a virus on your computer. In some instances, scammers will say there's a problem with one of your accounts and that you need to verify your information. Others will lie and tell you that you won money in a lottery or sweepstakes, but have to pay a fee to get it. Scammers pressure you to act immediately. They may urge you not to hang up so you can't check out their story. They might also threaten to arrest you, sue you, take away your driver's or business license, or deport you. Some scammers will even warn that your computer is about to be corrupted. Scammers tell you to pay in a specific way. They often insist that you pay by sending money through Bitcoin, a money transfer service or by loading money onto a gift card and then providing them with the card number on the back. Some will send you a check (which will later turn out to be fake), instruct you to deposit it and then ask you to send them the money. Residents who may have fallen victim to a similar scam are asked to contact the Lakeville Police Department by calling (508) 947-4422 and report it to the Federal Trade Commission. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
ESPN's Kendrick Perkins Apologizes for His Comment
The Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder are currently battling for the right to play in this year's NBA Finals. The Thunder took a commanding 3-1 series lead on Monday night, and could eliminate the Timberwolves in Game 5 on their home floor Wednesday. Advertisement The series has been a battle between two elite teams, but it's also been a matchup between two elite players in Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Anthony Edwards. Both have played well at points in the series, but some have suggested that they're battling for another title: the face of the NBA. Edwards is one of the league's most popular stars and has even won a gold medal with Team USA, but he's shied away from the responsibility that comes with being the face of the NBA. After Edwards' lackluster performance in Game 4, ESPN NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins questioned if Edwards had what it takes to be the face of the league, but his requirements had little to do with basketball. Advertisement 'You gotta check the boxes when you're the face of the league,' Perkins said after Game 4. 'You look at Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Shaq, LeBron, Steph, what did they all have in common? While they was all playing in the league, they all were family men." Perkins said that all of the players he mentioned had wives and children. Edwards has a child with his girlfriend, but they aren't married. On Wednesday, ahead of a potential series-ending Game 5, Perkins apologized. 'Anthony Edwards is one my favorite players in the League if not my favorite player,' Perkins said on social media. Advertisement 'I apologized privately so I'm apologizing publicly to the young [king] for my comments on First Take yesterday. My bad young fella. I Was not taking a personal shot at you but I could see how it could have been taken that way.' Perkins says that he also apologized to Edwards privately for his comment, and hopefully the two are able to move forward without incident. We'll see if Edwards and the Timberwolves can force a Game 6 of this year's Western Conference Finals when they take on the Thunder on Wednesday at 8:30 PM. ESPN's Kendrick Perkins Apologizes for His Comment first appeared on Men's Journal on May 28, 2025
