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Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
All you need to know about Duke Dennis' arrest in San Antonio
(Image via Duke Dennis's 'X' Account) Popular streamer Duke Dennis found himself in handcuffs on Saturday night after the San Antonio mall incident. This incident sparked a widespread online buzz, as videos of the arrest, with Dennis surrounded by cops, spread across social media platforms. Now with his alleged mugshot released of the 31-year-old high-profile content creator, the one question that remains in the minds of all is—why was he actually arrested? Here is all we know about the entire incident so far. Why was Duke Dennis arrested in San Antonio? Denzel Dennis, aka Duke Dennis, got arrested on Saturday night at the San Antonio shopping center. As per the Police Department's official reports, he has been charged with criminal trespassing and then evading arrest. His arrest stemmed from some activities inside the mall that included Dennis and his associates. As per eyewitnesses and all circulating videos, this entire situation arose as Dennis, along with his fellow streamer Kai Cenat, engaged in the game of hide-and-seek in the mall premises. The activity drew a lot of attention, leading to intervention of law enforcement officials. It ultimately led to Dennis being taken into custody after he allegedly tried to enter or remain on a property unlawfully. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Costco Shoppers Say This Fat-Burning Patch Triggers Weight Loss "Unlike Any Other" Health Advice Today He even attempted to flee from the officers in charge. How was Kai Cenat involved in the entire incident? Kai Cenat, Dennis's fellow content creator, was present during the entire events that led to Dennis being detained by the officers. Multiple videos of Dennis' arrest that are shared online show Cenat observing the entire scene unfold. He was somewhere on the upper floor of the mall. As of now, neither has he been detained nor charged, despite Kai Cenat involvement in the entire incident. Cenat actively recorded this entire incident, which involved Dennis and police officers, on his phone. His actions and presence during Dennis' arrest add another layer to the unfolding story, fuelling speculation and discussion amongst viewers who spotted him in the footage. What are the legal charges Duke Dennis is facing? Duke Dennis Arrested! Kai Cenat's Wild Mall Hide-and-Seek Chaos in San Antonio Dennis is facing 2 specific legal charges under Texas law. As per reports, the first is under Texas Penal Code Section 30.05 for criminal trespassing Texas. The charge is applicable when any individual enters or remains on a property, knowingly, without the effective consent of the owner, and even after receiving the notice to depart. The second is evading arrest charges under Texas Penal Code Section 38.04. An individual gets charged under this section when they intentionally flee from peace officers who are attempting to lawfully arrest/detain the said individual. Duke Dennis legal charges severity could vary. What is next for Duke Dennis? Currently, the streamer is under custody, and Duke Dennis mugshots are getting viral. No official statements have been received, and legal experts suggest that the charges, though misdemeanours, can carry fines and some potential jail time, based on prior records of the streamer. This is not the first time that the antics of AMP drew attention. There have been some past events that led to chaotic public gatherings. For now, whether or not this arrest impacts their future plans remains to be seen. More updates are awaited on the legal proceedings of Dennis, currently by both fans and critics. For real-time updates, scores, and highlights, follow our live coverage of the India vs England Test match here. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!
Hindustan Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Why was Duke Dennis arrested? Charges against the streamer explained as video surfaces
Popular content creator, Duke Dennis, was arrested on Saturday, at a shopping mall in San Antonio. Videos of his arrest have gone viral online. It remains unclear if Duke Dennis was arrested due to activities linked to AMP, the streaming group. (Instagram/dukedennis) The clip shows Dennis, of streaming group AMP, handcuffed and seated on the floor of a mall, surrounded by cops. There has been a flurry of reactions on social media, with some expressing concern for the 31-year-old, while others have tried to inject some levity into the moment. 'How do you get arrested for childhood nostalgia,' one asked. So, what are the charges Duke Dennis is facing, and why was he arrested? Duke Dennis reason for arrest explained Dennis was reportedly arrested for playing hide-and-seek in the mall with AMP collaborator Kai Cenat. In the video of Dennis' arrest, many spotted Cenat watching from an upper level and recording the incident on his phone. What are the charges against Duke Dennis Dennis has been charged with criminal trespassing and evading arrest by the San Antonio Police. Also Read | Viral TikTok shows 'little thief' fighting shoppers, riding escalator with swag Under Section 30.05 of the Texas Criminal Code, a person is guilty of criminal trespass if they enter or stay on another person's property without consent to enter or if they were asked to leave the property. A trespass may occur on either 'residential land, agricultural land, a recreational vehicle park, a building, or an aircraft or other vehicle.' Criminal trespass is classified as a misdemeanor offense. Under Section 38.04 of the Texas Penal Code, a person is guilty of evading by intentionally fleeing from a federal or state law enforcement agent who is trying to effect a lawful arrest to detain them. This charge can be either a felony or a misdemeanor crime. It remains unknown if Dennis' arrest is connected to AMP's activities. The group is known for broadcasting daily streams, hosting public events, and producing content across San Antonio.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Yahoo
Texas Judge Indicted For Death Threat To Force Plea Deal
(Texas Scorecard) – A grand jury has handed down an indictment against Rains County Justice of the Peace Robert Jenkins Franklin after he allegedly threatened a defendant to accept a plea deal. Last month, Texas Scorecard reported on a federal lawsuit that alleges Franklin told defendant Coby Wiebe 'you take that deal boy or dead men can't testify.' Wiebe accepted a plea deal three days later. The 8th District Court later dismissed the case in April after learning of Judge Franklin's alleged death threats. The indictment also alleges Judge Franklin coerced and pressured Jennifer Patterson—his chief clerk—into signing a false affidavit in February. On May 27, a Rains County grand jury decided—in The State of Texas v. Robert Jenkins Franklin—that there was enough evidence against Franklin to return an indictment on two misdemeanor counts of official oppression and two felony counts of tampering with a witness. Franklin was arrested and admitted the next day to the Van Zandt County Detention Center. Judge Chris Martin of the 8th District Court in Rains County set Franklin's bail at $25,000 with conditions of bond or pre-trial release. He posted the bond and was released the following morning. Judge Martin's bond conditions placed heavy restrictions on Franklin's civil liberties while awaiting trial. Franklin may not communicate with or be within 1,000 feet of the victims he threatened—Patterson and Wiebe. He is also prohibited from going within 500 feet of the Rains County Courthouse, where he still presides as Justice of the Peace. The bond conditions also ordered him to avoid 'places where alcoholic beverages are possessed, sold, or used on site.' He previously made headlines in March 2024 when he was arrested for driving while intoxicated. Conditions also state Franklin 'shall not possess a firearm at any time.' A Facebook post reportedly shows Franklin wielding an AR-15 in his judicial office at the Rains County Courthouse. Texas law permits judges with handgun licenses to carry concealed handguns in courthouses, according to Texas Penal Code § 46.15(a)(7). However, this exception does not extend to rifles or other firearms without explicit court authorization. Court dates will be set and announced by the Rains County District Court as the prosecution moves forward. In the related federal civil case brought by Coby Wiebe, a hearing is scheduled for June 30 at 11 a.m. in the Hunt County Courthouse in Greenville. Judge Franklin, Coby Wiebe, and Jennifer Patterson did not respond to Texas Scorecard's request for comment in time for publication. If you or anyone you know has information regarding bad actions by judges, please contact our tip line: scorecardtips@
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
No Sanctuary For Stash Houses: Texas Court Backs Paxton's Border Crackdown
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton won a significant legal victory at the state's highest court, clearing the path for his lawsuit against a border aid organization to proceed. The Supreme Court of Texas overturned a lower court injunction that had halted Paxton's prosecution of Annunciation House, an El Paso nonprofit accused of illegally harboring undocumented immigrants. 'Today is a great victory for Texas, secure borders, and the rule of law,' Paxton said in a press release following the ruling. 'Annunciation House has flagrantly violated our laws by harboring illegal aliens and assisting them to enter further into our country.' The case stems from a 2024 lawsuit filed by Paxton's office against the El Paso-based organization. The Attorney General alleges the group operates as a 'stash house' in violation of Texas Penal Code provisions. Paxton's legal team built its case on what it describes as substantial public evidence and employee admissions. They argue that these revelations demonstrate systematic law violations by the nonprofit organization. An El Paso County district judge initially granted Annunciation House's request for an injunction, effectively halting the state's legal action against the Catholic-affiliated aid group. The state Supreme Court's decision addressed more than just procedural matters. Justices explicitly rejected claims that Paxton targeted the organization because of its religious connections. The high court found 'no evidence to support' accusations of religious discrimination in the case. Justices also reminded the trial court to presume the Attorney General acted in 'good faith' and with 'legality.' Paxton vowed to continue his enforcement efforts against similar organizations. 'I will do everything in my power to stop them and any other NGO breaking our laws,' he stated. Amy Warr, an attorney for Annunciation House, argued before the Texas Supreme Court that the religious organization has not broken any laws and has never hidden immigrants from law enforcement officers. She claimed that Paxton's attack against the nongovernmental organization is just anti-immigration political rhetoric, the El Paso Times reported. The ruling represents another chapter in ongoing tensions over immigration enforcement along the Texas-Mexico border. Humanitarian aid organizations are frequently caught between federal immigration policy and state-level prosecution efforts. With the injunction lifted, the case returns to the trial court level. Annunciation House will face the underlying criminal allegations in proceedings that can now proceed.
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Dog daycare, boarding deaths prompt push to protect pets from negligence under Texas law
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Texas lawmakers overwhelmingly supported an effort to protect pets from negligence, known as 'Pancho's Law.' Pancho died in 2021 while under the care of a dog daycare business in Dallas. His family, Paul and Maria Mecca, have spent the last four years advocating for a change to Texas law that they believe will save other animals. 'My husband and I quickly learned there is a loophole in Texas law that allows pet service businesses to act with impunity by simply claiming negligence,' Maria told a Senate committee earlier this month. 'All they have to do is say 'I didn't mean to kill your dog.' No matter how egregious their actions may have been.' House Bill 285 adds 'criminal negligence' to the Texas Penal Code as conduct that constitutes a criminal offense of cruelty to non-livestock animals. The bill's author, Rep. Claudia Ordaz, D-El Paso, told her colleagues the goal is to provide families with a legal path to justice if their animal suffered harm because someone failed to use reasonable care. 'Under current law, families have limited recourse when their dogs or cats are injured due to such negligence. This bill seeks to ensure accountability and prevent those who act irresponsibly from endangering other pets in the future.' For several years, KXAN investigators have fielded tips about dogs who passed away while in the care of boarding, grooming and training facilities. In many cases, no lawsuits are filed and few law enforcement records of the deaths exist, beyond initial reports. When Brian Roby and Jordyn Hawkes lost their dog, Kali, last August, they said they quickly realized how few options they had. 'You know, what could we do? We could go to civil court and, 'Okay, your dog was worth $70. Here you go,'' Roby said, noting that pets are viewed as property under Texas law. In August 2024, the couple planned their wedding and subsequent honeymoon out-of-state. They dropped Kali off to stay at an Austin-area boarding and daycare facility for part of that time. The facility's staff was supposed drop Kali off at Jordyn's father's house, where she'd stay for the rest of their trip, but she never made it home. On the first day of their honeymoon, the newlyweds received a text alerting them that Kali had been rushed to an emergency veterinarian. KXAN investigators reviewed records from that medical provider, revealing Kali 'overheated in a daycare van.' She and another 3-year-old dog passed away. Hawkes said through tears, when recounting that day, 'I just had this feeling like, she was right the whole time. She was right to be scared of the car.' She added, 'I think the most shocking part of all this process has been just the lack of regulations that the state of Texas has [for the pet services industry].' KXAN reached out to the facility in Kali's case, but it declined to comment. 'We were in the lobby of this hotel that we had just gotten married at the day before, and to have this, like, super high and this crushing low was…' Brian trailed off. He went on to say, 'The grief kept coming in waves. It still does, you know, randomly grab — grab a hold, and it's been tough.' The couple began to connect with other families who have lost dogs and cats while in the care of pet services businesses — such as Katelyn Rohde. Rohde lost Roland, who she refers to as her 'silly goose,' at a Texas dog daycare facility. Shortly after, she started a nonprofit in Roland's name, with the goal of raising awareness and pushing for change. She's worked with other experts and advocates to publish guides to help other pet owners, such as a Dog Daycare Evaluation Guide and the Roland & Friends Guide to Selecting and Finding a Dog Trainer. 'All this information is not intended to be like a black-and-white 'this is what you do,' but ultimately, for you to, kind of, think through what is most important for your dog — for your silly goose — so you can establish what is best for them in those situations,' she said. Roland's Silly Goose Crew also launched a survey of pet owners', which showed 96% of respondents would be supportive or strongly supportive of Texas dog daycare facilities adopting more consistent safety, communication and transparency standards through regulation, voluntary safeguards or other measures. '1% better is 1% better when you're starting from nothing,' Rohde said. She said believes Pancho's Law is the first step. As HB 285 worked through the legislative process, some people raised concerns about an exception in the law for veterinarians. A provision states that these medical professionals have a defense to prosecution for alleged conduct that occurs while performing their duties as licensed veterinarians or as a person assisting the veterinarian. Some public commenters pushed back on that provision and asked lawmakers to hold medical professionals to the same standards as others under the law. Ashley Morgan, with the Texas Humane Legislation Network, addressed these concerns in her testimony before a Senate committee, noting that people and veterinarians can still be prosecuted, particularly for knowing or intentional harm. She told lawmakers that she sees the need for Pancho's Law regularly in her work as an attorney, when families come to her for help. 'I more often than not have to tell these people, 'There is nothing I can do for you,'' Morgan testified. KXAN reached out to more than 20 pet service business owners and managers in the Austin area to get a sense of how they feel about the potential change, if the governor signs HB 285 into law. The responses were mixed: a few raised concerns. One said, in part, 'While I am vehemently against any form of animal cruelty, at face value the threat of criminal prosecution for operating a kennel or grooming salon is nothing short of outrageous and would be a huge deterrent for these businesses to stay open.' They described thousands of owners of these facilities 'who often work 60+ hours a week, some just scraping by, and most of whom rely on the income of their business to live.' Several business operators told KXAN they supported the law and welcomed more regulation in the industry to protect pets. One said, in part, 'Hopefully this bill will help hold 'bad apples' in the pet care industry— as well as individuals — accountable for mistreatment and generally negligent behavior. Caring for animals is a big responsibility and should be treated as such.' Some facility operators were not aware of the proposal and said they would look into it; others declined to comment. HB 285 passed the House of Representatives with 125 vote in favor and 5 votes against. It passed out of the Senate unanimously. The bill has been sent to the Gov. Greg Abbott for consideration. If he signs it into law, it would go into effect this September. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
