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Former Rhode Island DHS Supervisor Pleads Guilty to SNAP Fraud Affecting Vulnerable Groups

Former Rhode Island DHS Supervisor Pleads Guilty to SNAP Fraud Affecting Vulnerable Groups

A former supervisor at the Rhode Island Department of Human Services, Nadine Jean Baptiste, has pleaded guilty to defrauding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). According to federal prosecutors, Jean Baptiste exploited her position to access and misuse the personal information and benefits of SNAP recipients. The scheme involved unauthorized access to SNAP EBT card information, conducting telephone balance inquiries, and altering PINs. The affected individuals included juveniles, homeless people, and incarcerated individuals. The investigation, which began in September 2023, revealed that over $300,000 in SNAP benefits were fraudulently accessed. Jean Baptiste and her daughter reportedly used these benefits for personal purchases.

Body Found Along Tippecanoe River in Fulton County, Investigation Ongoing

Body Found Along Tippecanoe River in Fulton County, Investigation Ongoing

The body of 35-year-old Brian Gambill from Claypool was discovered along the Tippecanoe River in Fulton County. The discovery was made by deputies following up on a welfare check near the Germany Bridge public access area. The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office and the Fulton County Coroner’s Office are investigating the cause and manner of death. Authorities have stated that there is no ongoing threat to the public, suggesting that the incident may not involve foul play.

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Deputy fatally shoots man during struggle with parents in West Palm

Deputy fatally shoots man during struggle with parents in West Palm

A deputy shot and killed a man during a welfare check in West Palm Beach. Deputies say the man refused to drop a kitchen knife and was fighting his father.

Missing Tucson Woman Found Dead, Investigation Underway

Missing Tucson Woman Found Dead, Investigation Underway

The body of Debra E. Esarey, a 66-year-old woman from Tucson, Arizona, who was reported missing on July 31, has been found. Esarey was last seen on surveillance footage at a convenience store on July 29. Her body was discovered on August 2 in a desert area near West Ajo Way. The Pima County Sheriff's Department is investigating the circumstances surrounding her death, although no suspicious circumstances were noted at the scene. The cause of death is being determined by the Pima County Office of the Medical Examiner.

Huron Police Investigate Death of Two-Month-Old Baby

Huron Police Investigate Death of Two-Month-Old Baby

The Huron Police Department in Ohio is investigating the death of a two-month-old baby boy. Officers responded to a call about an unresponsive infant at an apartment complex on Cleveland Road West. The baby was transported to Firelands Regional Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead. An autopsy was conducted, and the investigation is ongoing. Authorities have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the infant's death.

Wake County Deputies Investigate Death at Neuse River in Raleigh

Wake County Deputies Investigate Death at Neuse River in Raleigh

Wake County deputies are currently investigating a death that occurred at the Neuse River in Raleigh. The investigation is taking place near the Neuse River Greenway Trail and Loch Raven Parkway. Rescue crews were observed navigating the river with a raft in the Raleigh Beach area. The circumstances surrounding the death are still unclear, and the state medical examiner is tasked with determining the cause of death. This incident follows a previous tragedy in July when a child died after being pulled from the water at the same river.

Massachusetts and Rhode Island State Police Conduct Joint Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Operation

Massachusetts and Rhode Island State Police Conduct Joint Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Operation

The State Police of Massachusetts and Rhode Island carried out a joint enforcement operation targeting commercial motor vehicles along Route 146 at the state line. This 12-hour operation involved the use of portable axle scales for weight and size enforcement, a Performance-Based Brake Tester for evaluating braking performance, and inspections for hazardous materials, oversize, and overweight vehicles. The operation resulted in the identification of 212 federal and state violations, with 30 vehicles and 20 drivers being placed out of service. The initiative aimed to enhance road safety and ensure compliance with transportation regulations.

Man Found Dead at Clark Canyon Reservoir Identified; No Foul Play Suspected

Man Found Dead at Clark Canyon Reservoir Identified; No Foul Play Suspected

Authorities have identified Dawson Roylance, a 25-year-old man, as the individual found dead on an island at Clark Canyon Reservoir. According to Beaverhead County Sheriff David Wendt, an autopsy conducted at the Missoula Crime Lab revealed that Roylance suffered injuries consistent with a fall from an elevated height. His body was discovered on a rocky shoreline below a popular cliff diving location. The sheriff's office has emphasized the dangers associated with cliff diving, citing unstable cliff edges and submerged hazards as potential risks.

Names released of victims killed in In-N-Out shooting

Names released of victims killed in In-N-Out shooting

The shooting occurred just over a week after the location's grand opening. Three people, including an In-N-Out employee, were killed.

Palm Beach Post

Body found off coast of Boca Raton, police say. What we know

Body found off coast of Boca Raton, police say. What we know

A boater found a body floating off the coast of Boca Raton on Tuesday morning. Here's what we know.

Police Investigation Underway in Churchill, Allegheny County Following Vehicle Incident

Police Investigation Underway in Churchill, Allegheny County Following Vehicle Incident

A police investigation is currently active in Churchill, Allegheny County, after a vehicle incident where a car reportedly took out a mailbox and stopped after hitting a traffic sign. The vehicle has since been towed from the scene. K-9 units are present, although the specific focus of the search remains unclear. No injuries have been reported, and local news crews are on the ground to gather more information. The situation is developing, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.

French Bulldog Found Dead in Marion County, Investigation Underway

French Bulldog Found Dead in Marion County, Investigation Underway

A French bulldog was discovered dead inside a crate wrapped in a trash bag at the intersection of Highway 41 North and Harper Road in Marion County, South Carolina. The incident was reported by Marion County animal control investigator Fletcher Estes. It remains unclear whether the dog was already deceased when abandoned. Authorities are seeking information from the public to identify the dog's owner and understand the circumstances surrounding the abandonment. Marion County Animal Control is encouraging anyone with information to contact them, with the option to remain anonymous.