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The Hindu
7 days ago
- The Hindu
Inquiry on into allegations levelled by drug peddlers against police officers in special team
An Inspector of police and two sub-inspectors who were part of a special team investigating a cocaine case have been shifted and posted in vacancy reserve category. The action followed the statement of a key peddler Pradeep alias Prado and his associate, during custodial interrogation, in which he alleged that the trio had collected up to ₹50 lakh from actresses for not booking cases against them. Police investigation began after two groups clashed at a bar in Nungambakkam last month. Eight persons, including an AIADMK functionary Prasad, were arrested in two cases. Investigation revealed that Prasad was involved in offences, including attempt to murder, job fraud and extortion. Meanwhile, the police unearthed the links between Prasad and a drug cartel, comprising Prado alias Pradeep and his associates, including John, a Ghana national who was operating from Bengaluru. Police said that he had been getting the cocaine from them for the last three years and selling it to his friends, including actor Srikanth. Details of money transactions and electronic evidence have been gathered. Subsequent to the arrest of actor Srikanth, another actor Krishna, and his associate Jeswir alias Kevin, from Virugambakkam were arrested. Altogether, over 28 persons had been arrested by the Nungambakkam police in about 10 cases for peddling cocaine. Police took the custody of Pradeep alias Prado and another associate Sara Khumma, a Nigerian national, arrested by the Choolaimedu police and a special team interrogated them. Sources said the duo — Pradeep and Sara — had revealed a drug network and recipients of drugs, including women actors. During interrogation, the accused alleged that a couple of officers in the special team collected the details of actors and had contacted those actors for enquiry. The accused alleged that the officers had struck a deal with the actors and received up to ₹50 lakh for not booking any case or arresting them. Following the statement of the accused, senior police officers conducted an enquiry with the three officers as to why they had not probed the involvement of the actors allegedly mentioned by the accused during interrogation. A senior police officer said, 'It was an allegation by the accused. As of now, three officers — an inspector and two sub-inspectors — had been removed from the special team and posted in the vacancy reserve category. Further action will follow after enquiry. Meanwhile, the Vepery police arrested Saurav Chouhan, 38, for allegedly being involved in drug peddling. Police sources said that he received cocaine from a Nigerian national and supplied it to his contacts. On conducting a search at his apartment, the police seized seven grams of cocaine from him.
23-07-2025
- Politics
Man captured on surveillance camera attempting to enter Wisconsin lawmaker's home
Wisconsin State Rep. Priscilla Prado described a "deeply unsettling experience" when a shirtless man allegedly attempted to open her front door several times late Monday night, according to her office and Wisconsin State Capitol Police. Officials said they were investigating whether Prado was targeted. The lawmaker's doorbell camera outside of her home captured the incident and Wisconsin State Police released screenshots of the suspect in hopes of identifying him. This incident comes a month after the targeted attacks in Minnesota, where lawmakers Melissa Hortman, John Hoffman and both their spouses were shot in their homes. Wisconsin State Capitol police said this is an ongoing investigation. Prado, a Democratic lawmaker from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, released a statement Tuesday afternoon saying "this has been a deeply unsettling experience, and I appreciate the influx of concern. I respectfully ask for privacy and patience as law enforcement continues its work." Authorities described the suspect as a white male in 'his late 40s to early 50s, approximately 6 feet tall, 200 pounds with shoulder length blond hair.' The subject did not end up gaining entry into the residence but could be seen walking around Prado's property for a period of time, though police did not confirm how long he was there for. The investigation into the incident is currently active and ongoing.
NBC Sports
19-07-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
2025 Washougal 450 Moto 1: LIVE Updates
Jett Lawrence swept the qualification sessions for the Washougal (Washington) National as he quests to keep his perfect season alive. Jorge Prado earned the holeshot. Chase Sexton took the lead from Prado on Lap 1 with Jett Lawrence in second. Dan Beaver, In Race Notes Prado earned the holeshot but Sexton took the lead and Jett Lawrence moved into second on the opening lap. Eli Tomac followed Jett through and slotted into third. More SuperMotocross News Washougal 450 Qualification | 250 Qualification Jason Anderson out for remainder of 2025 SMX season Washougal Preview | Betting Guide Tom Vialle to skip Washougal Aaron Plessinger to miss Washougal for illness Julien Beaumer sits out two rounds to heal from High Point crash Spring Creek 450 Results | 250 Results Jett Lawrence again overcomes Moto 1, scores Spring Creek victory Jeremy Martin wins final career moto at Spring Creek Hunter wins Spring Creek Moto 1 after Jett crashed on Lap 1
Yahoo
18-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Francisco Prado aims to salvage UFC career by earning quick knockout at UFC 318
Francisco Prado knows the importance of a win at UFC 318. The Argentinian faces a two-fight losing streak and 1-3 run in the promotion ahead of Saturday's bout against Nikolay Veretennikov at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. A third consecutive defeat could mean the end of his UFC run, something Prado is trying to avoid at all cost. "Of course I've thought about it," Prado told Hablemos MMA in Spanish, reflecting on his career standing. "It is very important for me to get the result this weekend, and that's why I worked so hard in this camp – which I will show. I feel great, well prepared, and the result is coming." Prado (12-3 MMA, 1-3 UFC) likes the matchup with Veretennikov (12-6 MMA, 0-2 UFC), who's also a striker. The 23-year-old is not afraid to call his shot and said he expects a quick finish on fight night. "This weekend, I'm going to give it my all," Prado said. "I know that this guy is a striker, and we'll see if he wants to come strike. I'm going after him, and I expect to knock him out in the first round." Prado fought the bulk of his career at 155 pounds. However, in his last fight against Jake Matthews, Prado moved up to welterweight. Prado doesn't expect to drop anytime soon and believes welterweight will be his home despite starting his run at 170 pounds on a loss. "Goodbye, 155," Prado said. "I feel great at this weight class, and I think I'll be staying here for a long time. "The truth is that it's way healthier for me. What affected me the most was in my health. Going down to 155 and having done that for a long time, I don't know, I still have like 10 years of career left. I didn't think that would be good for me, and that's I switched. Here at American top Team there's all kind of training partners, all kinds of sizes and styles, so I have no problem with that. I've been training with welterweights and what I like is that I don't get injured as easily. My body is well-fed and strong, and I feel great." This article originally appeared on MMA Junkie: UFC 318: Francisco Prado expects quick knockout to salvage UFC career
USA Today
18-07-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Francisco Prado aims to salvage UFC career by earning quick knockout at UFC 318
Francisco Prado knows the importance of a win at UFC 318. The Argentinian faces a two-fight losing streak and 1-3 run in the promotion ahead of Saturday's bout against Nikolay Veretennikov at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. A third consecutive defeat could mean the end of his UFC run, something Prado is trying to avoid at all cost. "Of course I've thought about it," Prado told Hablemos MMA in Spanish, reflecting on his career standing. "It is very important for me to get the result this weekend, and that's why I worked so hard in this camp – which I will show. I feel great, well prepared, and the result is coming." Prado (12-3 MMA, 1-3 UFC) likes the matchup with Veretennikov (12-6 MMA, 0-2 UFC), who's also a striker. The 23-year-old is not afraid to call his shot and said he expects a quick finish on fight night. "This weekend, I'm going to give it my all," Prado said. "I know that this guy is a striker, and we'll see if he wants to come strike. I'm going after him, and I expect to knock him out in the first round." Prado fought the bulk of his career at 155 pounds. However, in his last fight against Jake Matthews, Prado moved up to welterweight. Prado doesn't expect to drop anytime soon and believes welterweight will be his home despite starting his run at 170 pounds on a loss. "Goodbye, 155," Prado said. "I feel great at this weight class, and I think I'll be staying here for a long time. "The truth is that it's way healthier for me. What affected me the most was in my health. Going down to 155 and having done that for a long time, I don't know, I still have like 10 years of career left. I didn't think that would be good for me, and that's I switched. Here at American top Team there's all kind of training partners, all kinds of sizes and styles, so I have no problem with that. I've been training with welterweights and what I like is that I don't get injured as easily. My body is well-fed and strong, and I feel great."
