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6 days ago
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Goose no longer loose: Police announce capture of 5-foot lizard
Goose, the 5-foot-long water monitor lizard that escaped its home weeks ago, has been captured, according to the Webster Police Department. The Webster Police Department announced on their Facebook page Saturday the capture of the lizard, promising to have more details to share. The illegally owned reptile escaped its home in Webster on July 18. His escape prompted Webster Animal Control to search for the area off Upper Gore Road. On July 25, Goose was spotted walking in the area of Little Pond on Wilsonville and Thompson roads in Thompson, Connecticut, about five miles south of Webster. Goose then crossed state lines again as he was seen back in Massachusetts, in Douglas. The wayward lizard's story has inspired several people online to post memes and AI-generated pictures of Goose. On Saturday, the Uxbridge Police Department made a post on Facebook, with Chief Marc Montminy proclaiming that if Goose crossed into Uxbridge, he would be deputized. But with the Webster Police Department's announcement of Goose's capture, it seems that the water monitor lizard will have to wait for his deputy badge. The latest from MassLive Craig Breslow provides updates on pitching depth and health of several Red Sox players Body found off coast of New Hampshire identified as Boston man Red Sox lineup: Romy Gonzalez drops from leadoff to cleanup spot in search for sweep Red Sox' Tanner Houck on Tommy John surgery: 'I've made peace with it' Mass. beach closures: Nearly 50 beaches closed on Sunday, Aug. 3 Read the original article on MassLive.
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09-02-2025
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Drivers targeted in emerging crime trend have one thing in common
Texas law enforcement issued a word of warning to Ford F-series truck owners after they broke up an organized crime ring targeting the popular vehicle model. Three Texas men are facing charges for allegedly stripping the taillights off dozens of high-end Ford trucks, indicating a new trend of vehicle thefts that has owners on high alert. Jimmy Dean Miller, Jaleel D. Fasion and Sergio Giovanni Sanfilippo are charged with engaging in organized criminal activity after police say the trio stole over $92,000 worth of taillights. The ring operated between September 2024 and January 2025, targeting 34 victims, according to the Webster Police Department. Ford Spotlights A New Lineup Of Popular Trucks Miller, Fasion and Sanfilippo traveled throughout the I-45 highway corridor between Houston and Galveston, according to authorities. Officers relied on surveillance to track the suspects as they entered high-traffic areas, ultimately establishing probable cause for the arrests. Read On The Fox News App Most of the vehicles targeted by the three men were F-350s, according to police. The latest models of the trucks can cost more than $100,000. "We found that taillights from luxury Ford vehicles were being stolen," Webster Police Chief Pete Bacon told Fox News Digital. "We believe the reason is that these taillights contain specific sensors, and these sensors are part of the entire [luxury] system and cost a lot of money." Once thieves have access to the tailgate of a vehicle, they can remove the lights by simply unscrewing them from the truck, making off with the loot within a matter of seconds. "If they have two or three guys working in conjunction, they can get these lights removed in under a minute," Bacon told Fox News Digital. Man Named 'Optimus Prime' Arrested For Auto Theft: Texas Police Bacon believes that the taillights were being sold online to truck owners who are looking for replacements but may not want to pay retail price. The investigation revealed that the trio sold the stolen parts on sites such as Facebook Marketplace, with one victim possibly purchasing his own headlights back, police said. Bacon encourages drivers to take precautions to protect their vehicles. Drivers can purchase aftermarket tailgate locks or scratch a series of numbers into the inside of their taillights, making them identifiable if they are stolen, according to Bacon. Truck owners should consult their truck's dealership to ensure any security measures do not impact their warranty. Florida Authorities Arrest Alleged Retail Theft Ring Members Accused Of Stealing $90K Worth Of Goods Ford did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Court records indicate that the three men are facing criminal charges for the thefts. Fasion is charged but has been released from custody and Sanfilippo is currently out on bond. A magistrate judge ruled that no probable cause was found in Miller's case, but prosecutors are planning to refile the charges through a grand jury, the district attorney's office told Fox News Digital. The Webster Police Department worked with the Galveston County Auto Crimes Task Force, League City Police Department and Seabrook Police Department to apprehend the suspects. Bacon warns that although this began as a regional issue, there is a likelihood of copycat criminals and truck owners should take precautions to protect their vehicles. "Once a group of thieves figures out what kind of niche they're going after, then we'll probably have more," Bacon said. "There's going to be other rings out there targeting taillights. I don't think with these three arrests, that this problem is going to end."Original article source: Drivers targeted in emerging crime trend have one thing in common
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09-02-2025
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Drivers targeted in emerging crime trend have one thing in common
Texas law enforcement issued a word of warning to Ford F-series truck owners after they broke up an organized crime ring targeting the popular vehicle model. Three Texas men are facing charges for allegedly stripping the taillights off dozens of high-end Ford trucks, indicating a new trend of vehicle thefts that has owners on high alert. Jimmy Dean Miller, Jaleel D. Fasion and Sergio Giovanni Sanfilippo are charged with engaging in organized criminal activity after police say the trio stole over $92,000 worth of taillights. The ring operated between September 2024 and January 2025, targeting 34 victims, according to the Webster Police Department. Miller, Fasion and Sanfilippo traveled throughout the I-45 highway corridor between Houston and Galveston, according to authorities. Officers relied on surveillance to track the suspects as they entered high-traffic areas, ultimately establishing probable cause for the arrests. Most of the vehicles targeted by the three men were F-350s, according to police. The latest models of the trucks can cost more than $100,000. "We found that taillights from luxury Ford vehicles were being stolen," Webster Police Chief Pete Bacon told Fox News Digital. "We believe the reason is that these taillights contain specific sensors, and these sensors are part of the entire [luxury] system and cost a lot of money." Once thieves have access to the tailgate of a vehicle, they can remove the lights by simply unscrewing them from the truck, making off with the loot within a matter of seconds. "If they have two or three guys working in conjunction, they can get these lights removed in under a minute," Bacon told Fox News Digital. Bacon believes that the taillights were being sold online to truck owners who are looking for replacements but may not want to pay retail price. The investigation revealed that the trio sold the stolen parts on sites such as Facebook Marketplace, with one victim possibly purchasing his own headlights back, police said. Bacon encourages drivers to take precautions to protect their vehicles. Drivers can purchase aftermarket tailgate locks or scratch a series of numbers into the inside of their taillights, making them identifiable if they are stolen, according to Bacon. Truck owners should consult their truck's dealership to ensure any security measures do not impact their warranty. Ford did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for comment. Court records indicate that the three men are facing criminal charges for the thefts. Fasion is charged but has been released from custody and Sanfilippo is currently out on bond. A magistrate judge ruled that no probable cause was found in Miller's case, but prosecutors are planning to refile the charges through a grand jury, the district attorney's office told Fox News Digital. The Webster Police Department worked with the Galveston County Auto Crimes Task Force, League City Police Department and Seabrook Police Department to apprehend the suspects. Bacon warns that although this began as a regional issue, there is a likelihood of copycat criminals and truck owners should take precautions to protect their vehicles. "Once a group of thieves figures out what kind of niche they're going after, then we'll probably have more," Bacon said. "There's going to be other rings out there targeting taillights. I don't think with these three arrests, that this problem is going to end."
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05-02-2025
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Ford Truck owners beware! The new crime trend that could cost you thousands
The Brief Criminals are targeting newer Ford F-Series. Webster police busted a theft ring responsible for stealing from 34 victims. The thieves are going after taillights. What we know HOUSTON - The Webster Police Department recently investigated a crime ring responsible for stealing taillights from high-end Ford trucks around the greater Harris County region. The says between September 2024 to January 2025, over $92,000 worth of taillights were stolen from 34 different victims. They arrested three suspects, Sergio Giovanni Sanfilippo, Jimmy Dean Miller, and Jaleel D. Fasion, who are all charged with engaging in organized criminal activity. According to a search warrant in the case, the ring targeted multiple victims along I-45 from Galveston up to Houston. The documents say the thieves simply have to access the tailgate of the truck and once they're in, removing the taillights can happen in a matter of minutes. Most of the trucks targeted in this case were F-350's, according to documents. Get news, weather and so much more on the new FOX LOCAL app Why taillights? Multiple victims sent photos to FOX 26 of their damaged trucks, saying they paid anywhere from $4,500 to $6,500 to replace the taillights. According to police, the taillights in the targeted trucks are high-end, making them a compelling target. "These are high-end LED taillights that have sensors in them," said Webster Police Chief Pete Bacon. He suggests Ford owners to look at security options, but to make sure to talk to a trusted dealer so the option you choose doesn't affect your warranty. Court records indicate that Fasion is charged but not in custody and that Sanfilippo posted bail and is out on bond. Records indicate that no probable cause was found in Miller's case, and he was discharged. To be clear, this does not mean the case was dismissed. Records indicate Miller is still in custody. The Source FOX 26 Reporter Abigail Dye spoke with Webster police, reviewed Harris County court documents, and spoke with theft victims
