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Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Baton Rouge man accused of helping New Orleans inmate arrested on drug charges
BATON ROUGE, La. (Louisiana First) — A man accused of helping an inmate escape from New Orleans has been arrested by Livingston Parish deputies on multiple drug and contraband charges. Authorities captured Lenton Vanburen, an escapee from the Orleans Parish Jail, on May 26 in the 9600 block of Old Hammond Highway. During the arrest, officers found a key to a room at the Super 6 Inn and Suites. Investigators spoke with hotel staff and learned the room was registered to Vi Duc Nguyen. Surveillance video confirmed Nguyen had reserved the room and was seen entering the stairwell with another individual wearing clothing similar to Vanburen's. Authorities arrested Nguyen on charges of simple escape/aggravated escape and accessory after the fact. He was released on bond Friday, according to jail records. 'I'm not going anywhere': Baton Rouge man survives shooting while improving his community According to the Livingston Parish Sheriff's Office, Nguyen also faces the following charges: Manufacture/distribution of Schedule II drugs. Possession of Schedule IV drugs. Distribution/manufacture of Schedule III drugs. Possession of drug paraphernalia. Contraband in a penal institution. Baton Rouge man accused of helping New Orleans inmate arrested on drug charges Air traffic controller says its 'safe to fly' but 'avoid Newark' Man sues Walt Disney World over Florida water slide's 'exhilarating speeds' Turmoil, worry swirl over cuts to key federal agencies as hurricane season begins Report: Airbnb brought $900M to Louisiana in 2024 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Chicago man faces murder charge in deadly South Side shooting: police
The Brief Thomas Phelps, 33, has been charged with first-degree murder and drug-related felonies following a fatal shooting on May 27. Police say Phelps shot 38-year-old Cordell L. Avant multiple times from a gray SUV during an argument in the 11000 block of South Ashland Avenue. Phelps was arrested hours later and is scheduled for a detention hearing on May 30. CHICAGO - A Chicago man is behind bars on multiple charges following a deadly shooting on the city's Far South Side, authorities said. What we know Thomas Phelps, 33, faces the following charges, according to Chicago police: One felony count of first-degree murder One felony count of manufacturing and delivering cannabis (30 to 500 grams) Two felony counts of possession of a controlled substance Phelps was arrested at 3:10 p.m. May 27 in the 8200 block of South Peoria Street after being identified as a suspect in a shooting that occurred less than two hours earlier, police said. The shooting happened during an argument in the 11000 block of South Ashland Avenue. Police said the victim, 38-year-old Cordell L. Avant, was arguing with Phelps, who was inside a gray SUV, when Phelps pulled a gun and fired multiple shots from the vehicle before fleeing the scene. Avant was shot several times and taken to Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, where he died from his injuries. What's next Phelps is in custody and is scheduled to appear in court for a detention hearing on May 30. RELATED: Chicago shooting: Man, 38, shot, killed after argument on Far South Side, police say
Washington Post
6 days ago
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- Washington Post
Oregon zoo owner is arrested on drug charges following police raid
BANDON, Ore. — Oregon police say they arrested a zoo owner on drug charges following a police raid at the facility earlier this month that resulted in drug seizures and hundreds of animals being relocated. The Coos County Sheriff's Office said Brian Tenney was arrested Tuesday on charges of methamphetamine possession, manufacturing and attempted distribution. He was released later Tuesday as the district attorney's office awaited more information, a Coos County Jail staff member said when reached by phone Wednesday morning. On May 15, authorities served multiple search warrants at West Coast Game Park Safari, near the small town of Bandon on the southern Oregon coast. The action followed an investigation into the facility, including inquiries into the animals' welfare, Oregon State Police said. Police said they found 80 grams of methamphetamine, 44 firearms, roughly 8 grams of cocaine and $1.6 million in cash, cashier's checks, bonds and certificates. Veterinarians and staff with the Oregon Humane Society and the state Departments of Wildlife and Agriculture responded to the scene to assess the animals' health, food quality, water supply, sanitation and enclosure conditions, authorities said. Police said 310 animals were relocated to animal sanctuaries or rescue facilities. After being evaluated by veterinarians, a camel, a chicken and a kinkajou were euthanized. The investigation is ongoing.
CBS News
6 days ago
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- CBS News
Oregon zoo owner arrested after raid uncovered meth, cocaine, firearms and $1.6M
Police in Oregon have arrested a zoo owner on drug charges after a raid at the facility earlier this month resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, firearms and cash, as well as hundreds of animals being relocated. Brian Tenney, 52, was arrested Tuesday on charges of methamphetamine possession, manufacturing and attempted distribution, the Coos County Sheriff's Office said. Tenney was released later Tuesday as the district attorney's office awaited more information, a Coos County Jail staff member said when reached by The Associated Press via phone on Wednesday morning. It was unclear if Tenney had an attorney representing him. On May 15, authorities served multiple search warrants at West Coast Game Park Safari, near the small town of Bandon on the southern Oregon coast. The action followed an investigation into the facility, including inquiries into the animals' welfare, Oregon State Police said. Authorities said they found 80 grams of methamphetamine, 44 firearms — including one modified into a machine gun, approximately 8 grams of cocaine and $1.6 million in cash, cashier's checks, bonds and certificates. In this photo provided by the Oregon State Police, a lion is seen at the West Coast Game Park Safari near Bandon, Oregon, on May 15, 2025. Oregon State Police via AP Veterinarians and staff with the Oregon Humane Society and the state Departments of Wildlife and Agriculture responded to the scene to assess the animals' health, food quality, water supply, sanitation and enclosure conditions, authorities said. Police said 310 animals were relocated to animal sanctuaries or rescue facilities. After being evaluated by veterinarians, a camel, a chicken and a kinkajou were euthanized. The investigation is ongoing.
The Independent
6 days ago
- General
- The Independent
Oregon zoo owner is arrested on drug charges following police raid
Oregon police say they arrested a zoo owner on drug charges following a police raid at the facility earlier this month that resulted in drug seizures and hundreds of animals being relocated. The Coos County Sheriff's Office said Brian Tenney was arrested Tuesday on charges of methamphetamine possession, manufacturing and attempted distribution. He was released later Tuesday as the district attorney's office awaited more information, a Coos County Jail staff member said when reached by phone Wednesday morning. On May 15, authorities served multiple search warrants at West Coast Game Park Safari, near the small town of Bandon on the southern Oregon coast. The action followed an investigation into the facility, including inquiries into the animals' welfare, Oregon State Police said. Police said they found 80 grams of methamphetamine, 44 firearms, roughly 8 grams of cocaine and $1.6 million in cash, cashier's checks, bonds and certificates. Veterinarians and staff with the Oregon Humane Society and the state Departments of Wildlife and Agriculture responded to the scene to assess the animals' health, food quality, water supply, sanitation and enclosure conditions, authorities said. Police said 310 animals were relocated to animal sanctuaries or rescue facilities. After being evaluated by veterinarians, a camel, a chicken and a kinkajou were euthanized. The investigation is ongoing.
