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Former NH Trooper Pleads Guilty to Lying to Police, Faces Legal Consequences

Former NH Trooper Pleads Guilty to Lying to Police, Faces Legal Consequences

James Lamoureaux, a former New Hampshire state trooper, has pleaded guilty to making false reports to law enforcement. He admitted to placing GPS tracking devices on his then-girlfriend's car and lying to police about it. Lamoureaux also asked another person to lie to the police. As part of a plea deal, he will resign, surrender his law enforcement certification, and be placed on the national registry of decertified officers. He faces a six-month suspended prison sentence, contingent on compliance with court-ordered conditions.

Murfreesboro Police Detective Indicted for Theft and Misconduct

Murfreesboro Police Detective Indicted for Theft and Misconduct

Reginal D. Primas, a detective with the Murfreesboro Police Department, has been indicted following a joint investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury. The investigation revealed that Primas used confidential police funds for personal purchases, falsified government documents, and accessed the Criminal Justice Portal for unauthorized purposes. The Rutherford County grand jury charged Primas with theft, forgery, falsifying government documents, and official misconduct. He was arrested and booked into the Rutherford County jail on a $25,000 bond.

Burke County Sheriff Faces Court Over Extortion Charges, Bond and Curfew Set

Burke County Sheriff Faces Court Over Extortion Charges, Bond and Curfew Set

Burke County Sheriff Alfonzo Williams appeared in U.S. District Court in Augusta for an initial appearance on charges of extortion and transferring a gun to a felon. U.S. Magistrate Judge Brian K. Epps set Williams' bond at $50,000, unsecured, and imposed a curfew from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Williams' attorney requested modifications to the curfew to allow the sheriff to operate his cigar lounge, but the court maintained the restrictions. Williams, who was indicted on five counts of Hobbs Act Extortion, allegedly used his office to solicit payments to dismiss DUI cases. He has denied the charges, attributing the prosecution to political motivations and racism.

The Columbus Dispatch

Public records detail Reynoldsburg police Flock misuse allegations

Public records detail Reynoldsburg police Flock misuse allegations

A Reynoldsburg police officer is accused of searching for the vehicle of a domestic partner dozens of times in 2025.

Palm Beach Post

PBSO deputy reprimanded for viral one-armed traffic stop. What to know

PBSO deputy reprimanded for viral one-armed traffic stop. What to know

Months after his traffic stop video of a one-armed woman went viral, a deputy is fielding criticism from within the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office.

North Carolina Officer Charged for Misusing License Plate Cameras

North Carolina Officer Charged for Misusing License Plate Cameras

Elizabeth Snowman, a police officer in Mooresville, North Carolina, has been arrested for allegedly using Flock license plate readers to track her boyfriend's ex-wife. The Mooresville Police Department discovered that Snowman accessed the system 31 times for personal reasons, listing most of the trackings as motor vehicle infractions. The department is investigating 10 other potential misuse cases. Flock Safety, the company behind the cameras, stated that misuse is unacceptable and emphasized the importance of responsible technology use. Snowman is due in court on August 27.

Michael Rogers Pleads Guilty to Hacking Stark County Court Records System

Michael Rogers Pleads Guilty to Hacking Stark County Court Records System

Michael Rogers, a 21-year-old from Canton, has pleaded guilty to charges of computer fraud and destruction of records after hacking into the Stark County Criminal Justice Information System (CJIS) and a Connecticut-based corporation. Rogers accessed personal information from the court system and sensitive employee data from the corporation using malware. He destroyed evidence, including a phone, computer, and hard drive, to obstruct the investigation. The federal charges were filed as an information, bypassing the grand jury process. Rogers faces a potential prison sentence of 21 to 27 months, less than the maximum due to mitigating factors such as his acceptance of responsibility.

New Hampshire Celebrates Ranking as Safest State in the Nation

New Hampshire Celebrates Ranking as Safest State in the Nation

On July 28, 2026, New Hampshire was recognized as the safest state in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report's 2026 'Best State' rankings. Governor Kelly Ayotte and law enforcement leaders celebrated this achievement, attributing it to the dedicated efforts of first responders and recent policy measures. These measures include reforms to the bail system, enhanced protections for crime victims, and restored retirement benefits for first responders. The state also ranks highly for economic opportunity, further contributing to its overall quality of life.

The Columbus Dispatch

Former Ohio State football player avoids prison in bank robbery spree

Former Ohio State football player avoids prison in bank robbery spree

Former Ohio State University football player Marcus Williamson avoided prison after admitting to committing nine bank robberies in seven weeks.

Simpsonville Police Chief Suspended Amid Harassment and Misconduct Investigation

Simpsonville Police Chief Suspended Amid Harassment and Misconduct Investigation

Simpsonville Police Chief Thomas Brummer has been suspended with pay following allegations of harassment and misconduct. The suspension was enacted after a city meeting on July 21, with the city hiring Advanced Investigations Solutions to conduct a thorough investigation. Details of the allegations have not been disclosed, and the suspension is set for up to 30 days or longer if necessary. Sgt. David Alkins has been appointed as the acting chief during this period. The investigation is ongoing, and Brummer has not yet commented on the situation.

On This Day: William Gross Became Boston's First Black Police Commissioner

On This Day: William Gross Became Boston's First Black Police Commissioner

Gross served as the Commissioner of the Boston Police Department from August 2018 to January 2021. His tenure was marked by significant development...

ICE will release body camera video only when seen in the agency’s ‘best interests,’ policy says

ICE will release body camera video only when seen in the agency’s ‘best interests,’ policy says

Immigration and Customs Enforcement is moving to equip officers with body cameras in the next two months but the public should not expect to quickly see footage of every critical incident