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Davenport Woman Accused of Stealing Over $28,000 from Deceased Individuals

Davenport Woman Accused of Stealing Over $28,000 from Deceased Individuals

Amanda N. Tincher, a 38-year-old woman from Davenport, Iowa, has been accused of stealing over $28,000 from six deceased individuals and one living person. Bettendorf Police were alerted by an official from IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union in July regarding suspicious transactions made by an employee. According to court documents, Tincher allegedly made multiple withdrawals, created cashier's checks in her name, transferred money to a CashApp account, and made cash withdrawals from the accounts of deceased individuals. She reportedly stole $21,279.51 from one account alone. When confronted, Tincher admitted to the transactions, and further investigation by the credit union uncovered similar activities across six additional accounts, primarily belonging to deceased persons. She is charged with first-degree theft, ongoing criminal conduct, first-degree fraudulent practice, second-degree theft, second-degree fraudulent practice, and multiple counts of third-degree theft and fraudulent practice.

Davenport Employee Charged with Felony Theft from Deceased Credit Union Members' Accounts

Davenport Employee Charged with Felony Theft from Deceased Credit Union Members' Accounts

A 38-year-old Davenport woman, Amanda Tincher, is facing multiple felony charges, including first-degree theft and ongoing criminal conduct, after being accused of stealing from the accounts of deceased members of the IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union. The investigation began in July when the credit union's risk and compliance director contacted Bettendorf police regarding suspicious transactions. Court records indicate that Tincher allegedly created cashier's checks in her name, transferred funds to a CashApp account, and made cash withdrawals from these accounts. Initially, one deceased member's account was identified with a total loss of $21,279.51. Following further investigation, six additional accounts were found to have similar unauthorized transactions, with six of these seven accounts belonging to deceased members. The total amount allegedly taken from all seven accounts is $28,326.28. Tincher was released on a $25,000 bond and is scheduled for a preliminary hearing on October 16 in Scott County ...

Iowa Restaurant Inspections Reveal Multiple Violations, Three Food Trucks Temporarily Shut Down

Iowa Restaurant Inspections Reveal Multiple Violations, Three Food Trucks Temporarily Shut Down

Recent inspections by state, city, and county inspectors in Iowa have uncovered hundreds of food-safety violations across various restaurants and stores. These violations include issues such as expired and moldy food. Notably, at least three food trucks were temporarily shut down due to 'imminent health hazard conditions' identified by inspectors. The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing (DIAL) is responsible for these inspections. Specific examples of violations include Izumi Japanese Steakhouse in Davenport cited for 14 risk-factor violations, including bare-hand contact with ready-to-eat food and lack of parasite-destruction records for sushi. Hy-Vee Food Store in Sioux City had issues with cross-contamination in sushi preparation and improper food holding temperatures. Acapulco Mexican Bakery in Iowa City was cited for 11 risk-factor violations, including uncovered raw meat and cooked foods, and lack of a certified food protection manager. Ampride Travel Center in Peterson had moldy de...

Arizona Woman Loses $45,000 in Sophisticated Jury Duty Scam

Arizona Woman Loses $45,000 in Sophisticated Jury Duty Scam

An Arizona woman, identified only as Kristine, lost $45,000 in a jury duty scam that involved fraudsters impersonating law enforcement officials. Kristine received a phone call from a man claiming she missed jury duty and was instructed to pay citations for 'failure to appear in court' and 'contempt of court' to avoid jail time. The scammers directed her to meet a bond agent and pay up to $16,000 in citations, along with an additional bond to remain out of jail. She was then told to visit four different banks to collect $35,000 for the supposed bond. The perpetrators tracked her movements and mileage, demanding constant updates on her location. Kristine realized something was wrong during this process, but the sophisticated nature of the scam, which included realistic-sounding threats and instructions, led her to comply with many of their demands. This incident highlights a growing trend of impostor scams in Arizona.

Wisconsin Couple Loses Life Savings in $14 Million Ponzi Scheme

Wisconsin Couple Loses Life Savings in $14 Million Ponzi Scheme

Brian and Jeanine Tesch, a Wisconsin couple, have reportedly lost hundreds of thousands of dollars, including their life savings, in a $14.25 million Ponzi scheme orchestrated by Stanley Pophal. Federal prosecutors state that Pophal defrauded 190 investors over six years. The Teschs initially invested $165,000, and Pophal later convinced them to sell their home and land, promising their investments would double in five years. The couple considered Pophal a close friend, describing him as being 'like a brother.' They received several checks from Pophal, including one for $35,000, which they now believe was a tactic to maintain their trust. The scheme came to light before Pophal could access their 401(k), when the Teschs saw his mug shot. They later discovered Pophal had spent investors' money on luxury items such as snowmobiles, bikes, and cars. IRS Criminal Investigation Acting Special Agent in Charge Robert Kuszynski noted Pophal's skill in convincing people with false information.

Women’s Soccer Held Scoreless by Nebraska as Avery Gillahan Makes Two Saves in the Final 28 Seconds

Women’s Soccer Held Scoreless by Nebraska as Avery Gillahan Makes Two Saves in the Final 28 Seconds

Nebraska had not conceded in 270 minutes and had never beaten Rutgers. Both streaks survived Bark in the Park at Yurcak, the first when Avery Gillahan stopped Lilia Calvert and Amanda Thornton at 89:32

Florida Man Arrested in Des Moines Following Stolen Car Chase

Florida Man Arrested in Des Moines Following Stolen Car Chase

Des Moines police have apprehended Amahad Keon Ware, 28, of Lauderhill, Florida, after a pursuit involving a stolen vehicle. The incident began on a Friday afternoon when a rental car company notified authorities about a stolen car being operated in downtown Des Moines. Officers located the vehicle near 13th Street and Locust Street, but the driver, later identified as Ware, accelerated to evade them. The chase concluded less than a minute later when Ware crashed the car in an alley near 12th Street and Cherry Street. He then attempted to flee on foot but was taken into custody a few blocks away. Ware faces charges including first-degree theft, eluding, and drug possession, in addition to misdemeanor traffic offenses.

Two People and Infant Injured in Henry County, Iowa, Crash

Two People and Infant Injured in Henry County, Iowa, Crash

A two-vehicle crash occurred west of Mount Pleasant, Iowa, on Tuesday night, resulting in injuries to two adults and an infant. The incident took place around 9:45 p.m. at the intersection of Franklin Avenue and Old Highway 34. According to deputies, Rebecca Jarrett, 29, of Mount Pleasant, was driving an SUV eastbound on Old Highway 34 when she collided with a car at the intersection. Jarrett was cited for failure to yield upon entering a through highway. Both the SUV and the car involved in the collision were totaled. Jarrett, her infant daughter, and the driver of the car received treatment for their injuries.

Fans, media react to Kamari Moulton's career-best performance vs. Washington

Fans, media react to Kamari Moulton's career-best performance vs. Washington

Here are some of the best social media reactions from fans and media to Iowa running back Kamari Moulton's career-best performance vs. Washington.

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LSU Tigers at Kentucky Wildcats odds, picks and predictions

LSU Tigers at Kentucky Wildcats odds, picks and predictions

The No. 10 LSU Tigers visit the No. 25 Kentucky Wildcats Saturday evening for a 7 p.m. ET kickoff from Kroger Field in Lexington, Kentucky.

49ers News: One more sleep until the game of the year (so far)

49ers News: One more sleep until the game of the year (so far)

Your daily San Francisco 49ers news for Saturday, October 10th, 2026

Long Island Tax Preparer Convicted for Defrauding Internal Revenue Service

Long Island Tax Preparer Convicted for Defrauding Internal Revenue Service

Frantzson Saintilien, a tax preparer from Long Island, has been convicted on all 18 counts of an indictment. The charges against Saintilien relate to his preparation of false tax returns. Specifically, the indictment accused him of including fictitious fuel expenses on these tax returns. This conviction highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat tax fraud and ensure the integrity of the U.S. tax system. The case underscores the serious legal consequences faced by individuals who engage in fraudulent activities related to tax preparation, impacting both the government's revenue collection and the financial well-being of their clients. The conviction was the result of a legal process that found Saintilien guilty of deliberately falsifying financial information to manipulate tax outcomes.