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Los Angeles Times
18 hours ago
- Los Angeles Times
Police warn illicit drugs are labeled with emojis on social media. Here's a breakdown of those drug emojis
Law enforcement officials warn that social media sites are increasingly being used as storefronts for illicit drug sales, and emojis — those cute tiny symbols and characters — are being used as codes names for drugs that are available for purchase. An investigation into a case in Lompoc prompted authorities to break down the meaning of the emojis to help the public decode the illicit transactions. The drug case involved several students from Cabrillo High School in Lompoc, in the northeastern Santa Barbara County, who fell ill after ingesting edible cannabis products in February, according to the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office, which issued a warning about online drug sales this week. The sheriff's office did not specify how many students were involved in the incident or what kind of cannabis products the students ate. Detectives from the sheriff's Cannabis Compliance Team and the school's resource deputy launched an investigation into the incident and determined that a 15-year-old student was provided edible cannabis products by an adult, Flor Yudith Zamora, 21, of Lompoc. The 15-year-old brought the cannabis products to the high school where the teen shared it with other students. Upon further investigation, detectives found that Zamora was using an Instagram account called ' to sell cannabis products, psilocybin (also known as 'shrooms'), nicotine products, codeine (an opiate) and alcohol to underaged children, according to authorities. In payments transactions and messages about the products, detectives found that emojis were used to identify the drugs that were being sold. The emojis were used in the discussions about payments sent to Zamora using Zelle and Cash App, services that allow peer-to-peer payments. In 2021, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration had investigated more than 80 cases involving drug trafficking on internet apps, including Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, X and YouTube. Available drugs were advertised on these apps in stories that disappeared within 24 hours and in posts that were removed after a certain amount of time, according to the federal agency. In a published report, the agency found that once contact was made by commenting on a post or directly messaging the social media account, the conversation was then moved to encrypted messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram. Once a deal was made, drug sellers requested payment using peer-to-peer transaction services such as Venmo, Zelle, Cash App and Remitly. Officials from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff's Office are asking parents to review their children's social media accounts for suspicious activity or unfamiliar contacts. 'Talk to them about the dangers of illegal drug activity and the risks of engaging with unknown individuals online,' the sheriff's office said in a statement. Anyone with information that could be helpful in this case is encouraged to contact the sheriff's Cannabis Compliance Team at (805) 681-4150 or by email at cannabistips@ Anonymous tips can be made by calling the office's tip line at (805) 681-4171 or online at
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Moorhead mother charged with murder for death of 20-month-old boy
The Brief Murder charges have been filed against a woman for the May 15 death of her 20-month-old son. Valerie Connue Zamora, 32, of Moorhead, is charged with second-degree murder without intent after police found bruises all over the boy's body. An autopsy lists the manner of death as a homicide caused by blunt force injuries. MOORHEAD, Minn. (FOX 9) - A woman is charged with the death of her son after authorities found injuries and signs of neglect on the boy's body. Valerie Connue Zamora, 32, of Moorhead, is charged with second-degree murder without intent after the child died at a hospital on May 15. Big picture view Law enforcement responded to the Sanford Medical Center just after 11:20 p.m. on May 15 after the Cass County Coroner informed them that a child who died there had bruising after being brought to the hospital by his mother. The child was pronounced dead at 11:05 p.m. after hospital staff failed to save the child, according to the criminal complaint. Charging documents say detectives then examined the boy's body and noticed "various bruising all over the victim" and that "the victim's belly was distended." When Zamora spoke to investigators, she reportedly told them her son woke up and started vomiting that morning, so she gave him some Tylenol and Gatorade before running errands. The complaint states she added the child "basically" slept all day. She went on to explain that when the child appeared not to act normal and began to breathe differently, she went to a Walmart in Dilworth to get Pedialyte. It was at that point that the child began vomiting blood, and the child was rushed to the hospital. Zamora reportedly told investigators that she was aware of her boy's bruising, adding that he bruises easily and that she didn't let anyone else near the child. The complaint states that when questioned further, Zamora's story began to change regarding how sick the child was leading up to the arrival at the hospital. She then said he had been vomiting the day before, but that the vomit looked normal. Zamora said the color of the vomit changed over time to a black or dark substance and that the boy couldn't keep any liquids down. Zamora then spoke with detectives again on May 19, during which she changed her timeline of events leading up to the child's death. Although Zamora was "adamant" she didn't hurt her child, the complaint states she didn't take him in for medical care because the situation was "obviously neglect" and she was scared social services "would take her children away." Dig deeper Investigators then spoke to friends, neighbors and Zamora's other two children. The complaint states that multiple witnesses told Zamora that the sick child needed to go to the hospital multiple times throughout the day. One of Zamora's other children told investigators that she was worried her brother was going to die in her arms because he was cold and struggling to breathe. What they're saying An autopsy revealed the official cause of death as a "complications of blunt force injuries due to assault" with the manner of death listed as homicide, according to the criminal complaint. Other injuries included contusions to the abdomen, head, face, jaw, neck, chest, arm, and legs, as well as a perforated bowel and hemorrhages to the liver and pancreas. The Source This story uses information from a criminal complaint filed in Clay County Court.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Ex-England striker breaks FISHING record with huge carp that hadn't been caught for over a year
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BOBBY ZAMORA has caught a record-breaking carp while filming his new TV show. The former England striker, 44, has turned to angling post-retirement. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Bobby Zamora has caught a huge carp Credit: Instagram @ 4 The former forward played for England during his playing days Credit: Dave Pinegar - The Sun Zamora has proven to be pretty handy at his new profession, linking up with Ali Hamidi for the show Underwater Grand Fishing Adventure on ITV. Posting on his Instagram account, Hamidi revealed a picture of Zamora with his latest huge catch. The TV star wrote: "BREAKING NEWS - BOBBY ZAMORA has just MADE UK CARP FISHING & UNDERWATER CARP FISHING HISTORY (AGAIN) at UK legendary water Grenville. "A carp that hasn't been caught for 18 MONTHS - and just got iSCREAMED & PAELLA-FIED on OMC Boilies, LOCK HOOK and of course the MAGIC WAND - all IN FRONT of the UNDERWATER CAMERA'S! Data don't lie baby! READ MORE IN FOOTBALL MEANS TO AN ENZ Liam Delap makes final decision over next club as he snubs Man Utd transfer "We are personally overwhelmed by what has just happened on the carp fishing front here! "It was written in the (star emoji) & (moon emoji). ZAMO you f***ing beauty!" Zamora and Hamidi have been filming at the Grenville Syndicate in Cambridgeshire. The former footballer's catch will be all the more satisfying, given that he and Hamidi endured a poor session at Grenville during the last season of their TV show. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 4 Zamora, 44, has a fishing programme on ITV Credit: Instagram @ 4 The former footballer has developed a new passion away from the pitch Credit: Instagram @ The weight of Zamora's catch has not yet been revealed. But it has surpassed his previous 52lb 6oz best. Shocking moment fishermen dad and his topless son scrap with officials after they were caught angling without licence In addition to fishing, Zamora has also worked as a coach. Last October the former Tottenham and West Ham star took on a new role as striker coach at Brighton. Upon taking the job, Zamora said: "I'm pleased to be back to help the strikers to achieve their goals, working on all elements of football on and off the pitch. "Hopefully I can play a part in helping the club achieve further success."
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Ex-England striker breaks FISHING record with huge carp that hadn't been caught for over a year
BOBBY ZAMORA has caught a record-breaking carp while filming his new TV show. The former Advertisement 4 Bobby Zamora has caught a huge carp Credit: Instagram @ 4 The former forward played for England during his playing days Credit: Dave Pinegar - The Sun Zamora has proven to be pretty handy at his new profession, linking up with Ali Hamidi for the show Underwater Grand Fishing Adventure on ITV. Posting on his Instagram account, Hamidi revealed a picture of Zamora with his latest huge catch. The TV star wrote: "BREAKING NEWS - BOBBY ZAMORA has just MADE UK CARP FISHING & UNDERWATER CARP FISHING HISTORY (AGAIN) at UK legendary water Grenville. "A carp that hasn't been caught for 18 MONTHS - and just got iSCREAMED & PAELLA-FIED on OMC Boilies, LOCK HOOK and of course the MAGIC WAND - all IN FRONT of the UNDERWATER CAMERA'S! Data don't lie baby! Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL "We are personally overwhelmed by what has just happened on the carp fishing front here! "It was written in the (star emoji) & (moon emoji). ZAMO you f***ing beauty!" Zamora and Hamidi have been filming at the Grenville Syndicate in Cambridgeshire. The former footballer's catch will be all the more satisfying, given that he and Hamidi endured a poor session at Grenville during the last season of their TV show. Advertisement Most read in Football Exclusive BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK 4 Zamora, 44, has a fishing programme on ITV Credit: Instagram @ 4 The former footballer has developed a new passion away from the pitch Credit: Instagram @ The weight of Zamora's catch has not yet been revealed. Advertisement But it has surpassed his previous 52lb 6oz best. Shocking moment fishermen dad and his topless son scrap with officials after they were caught angling without licence In addition to fishing, Zamora has also worked as a coach. Last October the former Upon taking the job, Zamora said: "I'm pleased to be back to help the strikers to achieve their goals, working on all elements of football on and off the pitch. Advertisement "Hopefully I can play a part in helping the club achieve further success."
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Murder charges reveal horrific injuries as mother is accused in death of toddler son
A Moorhead mother has been charged with murder following the death of her 20-month-old child earlier this month. Valerie Zamora, 32, has been charged with 2nd-degree murder after her son, Jose, died at Sanford Medical Center in Fargo on May 15, having been brought to the hospital by Zamora. Warning: The following contains upsetting details. Police had been called shortly after Jose died as his body showed signs of bruising. Detectives who arrived at the hospital "noted various bruising all over the victim and that the [boy's] belly was distended." An autopsy later revealed the boy's death was the result of "complications of blunt force injuries due to assault," with Jose suffering a number of bruises to his abdomen, head , face, jaw/neck, chest, arm, back, and legs. He had a perforated bowel, hemorrhages to the liver and pancreas, and healing rib fractures. Interviewing Zamora at the scene, she said her son woke up on the morning of May 15 and was vomiting. After she gave him Tylenol and Gatorade, the boy "basically" slept all day, but said she noticed he was breathing different and "not acting like himself," according to the charges. She explained the bruising by claiming he bruises easily. Zamora said she lives at a home with Jose, her two other children, and an individual referred to in the complaint as DEP. She said on the evening of May 15, she drove to Walmart in Dilworth with DEP to get her son Pedialyte, but while she was in the store, DEP came in to tell her Jose was vomiting blood, at which point she "sped" to the hospital. But the complaint says Zamora's story began to change regarding how sick he had been leading up to his arrival at the hospital, saying that the vomiting had actually started a day earlier and got progressively worse, to the point he was vomiting "a black or dark substance." She claims she told DEP they should take the boy to the hospital, but she didn't seek medical care until at the Walmart. Police spoke with several neighbors, friends, and Zamora's two other children, who said they had seen the boy during the day of May 15 and said they told Zamora she needed to take him to the hospital, and later told her to call an ambulance. One of her children told police she got home from school and "immediately noticed" her younger brother needed medical care, and told Zamora to take him to the hospital, saying he was "struggling to breathe and cold." The girl told police she was worried her brother was going to die in her arms. When she came to be interviewed four days after her son's death, Zamora's "timeline of the events leading up the death continued to change," the complaint claims. "Defendant was adamant that she did not hurt the victim however she admitted that she did not take him for medical care initially because she said it was 'obviously neglect' and was afraid social services would take her children away," it continues. "Notes from medical personnel at the hospital indicate when the victim was brought into the lobby, the victim was pale, clammy, cold and pulseless."
