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New York Post
6 days ago
- New York Post
Moment $167.3M Powerball winner is tackled, tased after attacking Florida deputy
Newly released video captured the moment the winner of a $167.3 million Powerball jackpot got tackled and tased by Florida police after kicking a deputy in the head. Bodycam footage from the April 29 brawl caught James Farthing, 50, booting a Pinellas County Sheriff's deputy in the head when police arrived at the TradeWinds Resort, in St. Pete Beach, after he allegedly punched a hotel guest in the face, WFLA reported. The deputy was holding another person to the ground when Farthing ran up and kicked him, with resort security rushing in to pin the suspect against the wall and help the deputy. 4 James Farthing, 50, was arrested on April 29 after he kicked a Pinellas County Sheriff's deputy in the head. Pinellas County Sheriffs Office 4 Officers tased and tackled Farthing after he tried to make a run for it inside the TradeWinds Resort, in St. Pete Beach, Florida. Pinellas County Sheriffs Office 'I just got kicked,' the dumbfounded deputy could be heard radioing as the security guards yelled at Farthing to stand down. The officer quickly picked up his taser from the ground and confronted Farthing, ordering him to put his hands up. 'Put your hands behind your back right f—king now. Put your hands behind your back and get the f—king wall,' the deputy repeated, shoving Farthing to the wall. The suspect quickly slipped behind a column and tried to run away, with the deputy firing his taser as another officer tackled Farthing to the ground. 4 Farthing was revealed to be a career criminal with a long rap sheet before winning the lottery. PCSO 'I'm sorry man, please,' Farthing could be heard saying as the officers handcuffed him. 'Save your f—king sorries for later,' the deputy fired back. The law enforcement officer had 'swelling and redness' on the right side of his face under his eye, according to the affidavit first reported on by the Smoking Gun. 4 Days before his arrest, Farthing celebrated winning Kentucky's largest lottery jackpot. Kentucky Lottery Farthing hit Kentucky's largest lottery jackpot just day before the encounter, opting to split the winnings with his mother as an early Mother's Day gift. Following his arrest at the TradeWinds Resort, it was revealed that Farthing was a career criminal who had has racked up convictions across nine counties in Kentucky for a litany of offenses — including choking a girlfriend, bribing officers while in prison and selling cocaine to an undercover cop, according to the Smoking Gun. Along with Farthing, police also arrested his girlfriend, Jacqueline Fightmaster, 42, for alleged involvement in the brawl. Farthing was charged with resisting an officer without violence, battery on a law enforcement officer, battery, and parole violation.
Toronto Sun
14-07-2025
- Toronto Sun
Couple busted in West Virginia for allegedly having sex while driving stolen RV
Matthew McDonnell, left, and Shannon Bryant are facing charges after being pulled over in a stolen RV for having sex while driving. The Southern Regional Jail and Correctional Facility A couple in West Virginia was busted when cops pulled over a stolen RV after allegedly spotting a naked man and woman on the driver's seat having sex, according to a criminal complaint. 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. 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. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Matthew McDonnell, 48, and Shannon Bryant, 35, were driving through Bluefield, W.V., July 2 when an officer allegedly saw Bryant straddling McDonnell on the driver's seat mid-ride. 'The vehicle was still in motion' and the pair were 'having sex while driving,' according to the complaint obtained by the Smoking Gun . The cop said the two allegedly pulled a switcheroo and by the time the officer approached the driver's-side window, Bryant was the only one behind the wheel while McDonnell was sitting in the passenger's seat. Read More Bryant — who candidly told officers, 'We were f—ing,' when questioned — 'appeared to be highly intoxicated' when exiting the vehicle and failed multiple field sobriety tests. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. McDonnell admitted he and Bryant were naked and trying to have sex while driving and also confessed to making Bryant drive, despite knowing she was intoxicated. Police searched the RV and found drug paraphernalia including a bag of white powder. Bryant also told officers that McDonnell had 'discarded items' during the traffic stop. After a quick canvas of the area, cops recovered painkillers and a broken glass pipe. They also discovered that the RV had been reported stolen from nearby Princeton, W.V. RECOMMENDED VIDEO The naked pair was charged with indecent exposure, drug possession, DUI and possession of a stolen vehicle, according to records obtained by the Smoking Gun . McDonnell also had a criminal record and a warrant out for his arrest in Tazewell County, Va., according to court records obtained by WTRF . He was being held on an $8,000 bond. Both he and Bryant pleaded not guilty. Columnists NFL NHL Golf World
Korea Herald
23-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
KBS' 'Smoking Gun' marks 100 episodes, shifts focus from victims to perpetrators
Creator, cast of KBS' flagship crime show discuss the show's longevity, goals going forward Crime shows often concentrate on advising viewers how to avoid becoming victims, from locking doors to staying wary of strangers. But 'Smoking Gun" takes a markedly different approach, aiming to explore how society can prevent the emergence of perpetrators. KBS' 'Smoking Gun,' which premiered in 2023, has built a steady audience with its detailed examination of real-life crime cases, combining forensic science analysis with firsthand accounts. The show features leading forensic medicine expert Professor Yu Seong-ho and MC Ahn Hyun-mo, a former SBS anchor and reporter. Marking a major milestone, "Smoking Gun" is set to air its landmark 100th episode Tuesday night. At a press conference held Monday in Yeouido, Seoul, Ahn credited the show's success to its unique casting approach. Instead of relying on celebrities or professional hosts, the creators invite individuals directly involved in the cases, including investigators, defense attorneys, victims and family members. 'We could cast famous entertainers or MCs who are eloquent and easily recognizable when people flip through channels, but instead, we feature those who were directly involved in the cases — even if their speech is a bit rough around the edges,' Ahn said. 'I believe the dedication of our writers, who manage to invite such people for every episode, played a huge role (in ensuring the show's longevity).' Going forward, the program intends to delve deeper into the motives behind criminal behaviors — an angle often overlooked in crime programs, said the show's producer, Kim Jong-seok. 'Many crime programs show cases involving psychopaths, but they tend to conclude simply that 'they're just different from normal people.' I felt it was important to analyze why these individuals committed such acts,' he said. 'Understanding motives is crucial because that's how we can develop ways to prevent such people from emerging again.' Kim pointed to the case of Jung Yoo-jung, who was sentenced to life in prison for murdering a woman she targeted via a tutoring app. Diagnosed as a psychopath, experts noted she lacked a 'secure base' — a stable psychological foundation typically formed during childhood. 'I wanted to convey that for a child to grow into a well-adjusted human being, parents need to become that secure base,' Kim explained. 'The more I worked on the show, the more I felt the need to share messages like that.' Ahn echoed the director's views, highlighting the show's contribution to crime prevention by encouraging societal reflection. 'Usually, crime-related shows focus on how not to become a victim, but our program makes people think about how society can stop producing perpetrators in the first place,' she said. 'It encourages reflection. If I'm a parent, a teacher, or someone fulfilling their responsibilities at work, what can I do to make sure I'm not contributing to the creation of a future perpetrator? It shifts the mindset from 'I need to avoid criminals' to 'I need to do my part, live responsibly and speak kindly to others.''
