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Authorities are investigating the discovery of a human bone found near the residence of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, who disappeared over three months ago. The bone was found on May 7, 2026, near her Catalina Foothills, Arizona home. Guthrie was last seen on January 31, 2026.
Minnesota, Hennepin County, and the BCA have filed a lawsuit against the Department of Justice and Department of Homeland Security, alleging the federal government is refusing to share evidence related to the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti by Border Patrol agents. This legal action stems from ongoing investigations into the January 24, 2026, incident.
The Israeli embassy in Athens confirmed it was in contact with Dana Eden's family to provide assistance.
Robert Fuller Jr.'s partner, Linda Buttrick, has filed a civil lawsuit against Cogir of Potomac seeking over $1.1 million in damages, alleging the facility's negligence and failure to act on warnings about the suspect's behavior. The suit also claims a nurse who complained about the suspect was fired.
The FBI has determined the Temple Israel attack was a Hezbollah-inspired act of terrorism, with the assailant's brother identified by Israeli military officials as a Hezbollah commander.
Belgian authorities have transferred the investigation into the Liège synagogue explosion to federal prosecutors, who specialize in terrorism and organized crime cases. Security measures have been heightened at Jewish institutions across Belgium following the incident.
One suspect, identified as "CH," has been arrested for renting getaway vehicles with a false passport in connection with the kidnapping of Ihor Komarov. This arrest has led to the identification of six other foreign suspects for whom police are seeking Interpol Red Notices. Authorities are also investigating reports of a second potential kidnapping victim, Yermak Petrovsky, who allegedly escaped.
A judge indicated an intention to dismiss the death penalty specification for Billy Wagner in November 2024, a decision that surprised prosecutors. The judge also signaled he would sentence Jake and Angela Wagner before Billy Wagner's trial.
The formal order for Yves Bouvier and Olivier Thomas to stand trial in Paris was issued, solidifying the judge's earlier decision. Bouvier faces charges of concealing stolen goods and money laundering, while Thomas is charged with breach of trust, embezzlement, and laundering, all related to the alleged disappearance of dozens of Picasso artworks from Catherine Hutin's collection. This order marks a critical juncture in the long-running legal saga, moving the case closer to a public trial, though a specific date has not yet been set.
A 55-year-old man was arrested on February 17, 2026, in Macquarie Fields, Sydney, and charged with making death threats against Federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers, as well as possessing unauthorized prohibited firearms and a prohibited weapon. As of February 28, 2026, the man, who was refused bail, is scheduled for his next court appearance on March 4, 2026. This incident is part of a growing trend, with Australian Federal Police data showing threats against federal politicians almost doubled from 555 in 2021-22 to 951 in 2024-25. AFP Detective Superintendent Jeremy Staunton stated that the AFP will not tolerate criminal behavior or threats, regardless of technology used.
The FBI is investigating a series of alleged threats of violence made across the United States in response to Charlie Kirk's assassination. The agency is working to identify and apprehend individuals making these threats as part of an ongoing investigation.
Tyler Thomas has been federally charged with sexual exploitation of a minor and traveling in interstate commerce with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct in connection with Hailey Buzbee's death. Cell phone data reportedly contradicts Thomas's claims about their travel after he picked Buzbee up from her Indiana home on January 5, 2026.
Kouri Richins' sentencing has been postponed for a third time to July 12, 2026, as her defense team prepares to file a motion for a new trial and has requested a gag order on prosecutors, alleging misconduct. Richins was found guilty of aggravated murder in the death of her husband on March 16, 2026.
China's Supreme People's Court president praised the sentencing and execution of leaders from Myanmar's 'four families' crime groups on March 10, 2026, vowing to punish those who harm Chinese citizens abroad. As of March 10, 2026: China has completely dismantled the Ming and Bai family criminal gangs operating in northern Myanmar, with 16 principal criminals executed and 39 sentenced to life imprisonment or harsher penalties. Chinese courts closed 41,000 criminal cases related to telecoms and online fraud in the past year. The crackdown intensified in 2023 with arrest warrants for gang leaders and 'Operation 1027' by ethnic armed groups, following incidents like the 'Wang Xing incident' and international sanctions against scam operations.
Shelley Bailey Martin and her husband Darryl Muzic Martin were charged in December 2025 with the murder of four-year-old Timothy Thomas, who died in 2010 from a lack of medical treatment. This charge is in a related case to the murder of Emilio Salem Ghanem, for which Martin was also arrested in December 2025. Ghanem's death is being investigated for a possible connection to the 2017 disappearance of Ruben Moreno.
On February 20, 2026, Kent Police released a documentary detailing the investigation into the 2006 Securitas depot robbery, marking its 20th anniversary, in which a gang stole over £53 million from a Securitas depot in Tonbridge, Kent, England. As of February 20, 2026, over £30 million of the stolen money remains unaccounted for, and the investigation remains open despite numerous convictions. Five men, including "inside man" Emir Hysenaj, were convicted in January 2008 and given lengthy sentences, while alleged mastermind Lee Murray was sentenced to 25 years in Morocco. Chief Constable Tim Smith stated that while justice was served through police work, the investigation continues to seek the missing funds.
William Stevenson, 77, ex-husband of Jill Biden, pleaded not guilty on February 17, 2026, to first-degree murder charges in Delaware, following the death of his wife, Linda Stevenson, on December 28, 2025. As of February 17, 2026: Stevenson has been indicted and is awaiting trial, having been arrested on February 3, 2026, and held on $500,000 bail. Police responded to a domestic dispute at their home where Linda Stevenson was found unresponsive and pronounced dead. Linda's daughter, Christina, has issued a statement, and reports noted Linda's obituary did not mention her husband.
Brittany Rivoire, 36, was charged with first-degree murder, armed criminal action, unlawful possession of a weapon, and tampering with a motor vehicle on February 6, 2026, in St. Louis, Missouri, in the shooting death of William Palmer. As of February 6, 2026: Rivoire is in custody, accused of shooting Palmer in the head and stealing his truck after he offered her a ride to a warming shelter. Palmer, a father of three, was found shot in downtown St. Louis on February 1, 2026. Detectives used surveillance cameras to identify Rivoire as the suspect.
Nine people were killed in Zhe Brazongo village, Bassa Local Government Area, on May 8, 2026. The Plateau State police command reported 12 fatalities in the Ngbra Zongo community on the same day, with victims buried in a mass grave.
Camilia's mother has criticized her daughter's former school for an inadequate response to bullying, and her harassers found her at her new school. The Brussels Prosecutor's Office is investigating the violent attack as a racist act by hooligans and seeks to send three individuals to trial.