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New York Post
5 days ago
- New York Post
Queens man, 63, allegedly raped 14-year-old boy — and authorities fear he may have more victims
A Queens sicko was busted for allegedly raping a 14-year-old boy — and slipping him a $50 bill after the disturbing encounter — and now authorities fear he may have additional child victims. Virgilio Taveras, 63, was charged with second-degree rape and other sex offenses after he allegedly lured the teen into his car and sexually assaulted him near the intersection of 175th Street and Jamaica Avenue in Jamaica, Queens around 1 p.m. on July 1, according to the criminal complaint. The child told police he was walking along 171st Street when Taveras pulled up slowly in a silver sedan, honked several times, and offered him a job in construction if he got into the car, court documents revealed. Virgilio Taveras, 63, was charged with second-degree rape and other sex offenses. DCPI Once the boy got in, the alleged predator allegedly sped off, asked about his dating life, and told the youngster he was attractive before abruptly pulling over and assaulting him. The accused creep then slipped a $50 bill into the minor's pocket as he exited the car, according to the complaint. Taveras was arrested two days later by members of the Special Victims Squad, police said. He was arraigned Friday in Queens Criminal Court for second-degree rape, luring a child, forcible touching, endangering the welfare of a child and third-degree sexual abuse. Bail was set at $20,000 cash and $60,000 bond. Police said the accused creep was driving this car when he approached the minor. DCPI The NYPD has since released the fiend's mugshot and images of the car he used to approach the young boy in hopes of finding additional victims. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the NYPD's Sex Crimes Hotline at 1-212-267-RAPE (7273) or the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477). Spanish-speaking callers are asked to dial 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). Anonymous tips can also be submitted online.
Boston Globe
19-06-2025
- Boston Globe
Authorities investigating apparent murder suicide in Brockton, DA's office says
Taveras and Santos were pronounced dead at the scene, the statement said. Advertisement Investigators said security video from the inside and outside the apartment and witness statements indicated they were the only two people inside the apartment at the time of the shooting, Cruz's office said. Investigator also learned from witnesses that Taveras and Santos had a relationship and a history of domestic violence, Cruz's office said. Inside the apartment, investigators recovered a Glock 19 Gen 5 firearm with an optic sight attached and an empty magazine with one 9mm round in the chamber, the statement said. Nine shell casings and seven projectiles were also found in the apartment, Cruz's office said. The shooting remains under investigation by Brockton police and State Police investigators assigned to the district attorney's office, the statement said. Nick Stoico can be reached at
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
2nd Democrat enters race for Ruggerio's Senate seat
NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Manny Taveras has announced he's running in the special election for Senate District 4, which opened up after the death of Senate President Dominick Ruggerio last month. 'I am running for the State Senate to bring a fresh perspective to the Rhode Island legislature,' Taveras said in his announcement. 'I am a product of Rhode Island who has a dream to have his children prosper in this state.' Taveras, 40, is the second Democrat to enter the race. Former Providence state Rep. Marcia Rangling-Vassell announced earlier this month she's also running for the seat. MORE: Former state Rep. Ranglin-Vassell to run for Ruggerio's Senate seat In his announcement Taveras listed three policy goals he will focus on during the campaign: Education reform, housing and helping small businesses grow. He is the younger brother of former Providence Mayor Angel Taveras. The primary is scheduled for July 8, if needed, and the general election will take place Aug. 5. The district, which Ruggerio represented since 1985, contains portions of North Providence and Providence. RELATED: Special election dates set for Ruggerio's Senate seat Manny Taveras previously worked in the Providence mayor's Office of Constituent Services and has been in the private sector for the last 15 years. Two other Democrats have previously signaled interest in running: North Providence Town Council President Dino Autiello and District 2 Town Councilman Stefano Famiglietti. Other potential candidates include Lenny Cioe, a nurse who unsuccessfully ran against Ruggerio three times, and R.I. Democratic Party National Committeewoman Nicole Verdi. No Republicans or independents have announced plans to run at this time. NEXT: RI Senate to discuss several gun-related bills 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.
Winnipeg Free Press
07-05-2025
- Sport
- Winnipeg Free Press
Mariners rally from 5-run deficit to beat Athletics 6-5 and win 9th straight series
WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Leody Taveras hit a game-tying two-out single in the eighth inning of his debut with Seattle before scoring the go-ahead run on Dylan Moore's base hit and the Mariners rallied from a five-run deficit to beat the Athletics 6-5 on Wednesday and win their ninth straight series. Andrés Muñoz gave up a leadoff single to Luis Urías in the ninth, before striking out Jacob Wilson looking to earn his 13th save. Muñoz hasn't allowed an earned run in 18 innings. Taveras drove in pinch runner Miles Mastrobuoni with one out then stole second before scoring on Moore's single off Noah Murdock (1-1). Seattle Mariners' Leody Taveras reacts after hitting a single that scores a run against the Athletics during the eighth inning of a baseball game Wednesday, May 7, 2025, in West Sacramento, Calif. (AP Photo/Scott Marshall) Wilson had two doubles and drove in a run in his first four-hit game to help the Athletics jump to a 5-0 fourth-inning lead off Mariners starter Bryan Woo. JJ Bleday had a two-run double, and Lawrence Butler added a solo homer. Seattle got a run back in the fifth when Moore singled, stole second and scored on Ben Williamson's double. Gunnar Hoglund left leading 5-1 in his second career start after issuing a one-out walk to Cal Raleigh in the sixth. Mitch Spence entered and issued a walk before Rowdy Tellez hit his fifth homer to get the Mariners within 5-4. Hoglund was charged with two runs in 5 1/3 innings. Woo allowed a season-high five runs on eight hits in six innings. Eduard Bazardo (1-0) got four outs for the win. Key moment Taveras struck out twice and flied out before hitting a single to left on a 1-2 pitch to tie it. Key stat Winnipeg Free Press | Newsletter Winnipeg Jets Game Days On Winnipeg Jets game days, hockey writers Mike McIntyre and Ken Wiebe send news, notes and quotes from the morning skate, as well as injury updates and lineup decisions. Arrives a few hours prior to puck drop. Sign up for The Warm-Up Seattle's J.P. Crawford went 1 for 5 to extend his hitting streak to a career-high 15 games. Up next The Athletics will start RHP Osvaldo Bido (2-2, 4.71 ERA) in the first of three against the Yankees beginning Friday. The Mariners begin a six-game homestand Friday with three against the Blue Jays. ___ AP MLB:
Reuters
06-05-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Mariners claim Leody Taveras off waivers, reinstate Dylan Moore
May 6 - The Seattle Mariners claimed outfielder Leody Taveras off waivers from the American League West rival Texas Rangers on Tuesday. The Mariners also reinstated utility player Dylan Moore from the 10-day injured list, optioned utility player Samad Taylor to Triple-A Tacoma and designated right-hander Luis F. Castillo for assignment. Taveras, 26, spent the first six years of his major league career with Texas and started all five games of the Rangers' 2023 World Series win over Arizona in center field. But the Rangers placed Taveras on outright waivers after Sunday's game against the Mariners. Taveras was batting .241 with one home run, eight RBIs and six stolen bases through 30 games. He is a career .240 hitter with 39 homers, 168 RBIs and 72 stolen bases since making his major league debut in 2020. The Mariners will assume the estimated $3.25 million remaining on a one-year deal for a player they held without a hit in 11 at-bats this season. Moore has not played since April 25 due to right hip inflammation. Before his IL stint, Moore was batting .286 -- which would represent a career high over the course of a full season -- with six home runs and nine RBIs. He has already made starts at second base, shortstop, third base and right field through 23 outings in 2025. Taylor, 26, appeared in four games for Seattle since April 30 and went 1-for-8 with a run. This is his second season in the Mariners' organization after making his major league debut (31 games) with the Kansas City Royals in 2023. Castillo, 30, made two starts earlier this season and pitched to a 7.71 ERA, with seven walks to just five strikeouts. He previously had not played in the big leagues since 2022 with the Detroit Tigers. --Field Level Media
