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Marion County deputies search for home invasion robbery suspect accused of breaking into 2 homes
OCALA, Fla. (WCJB) - Two home burglaries reported early Thursday in the Ocala Highlands area remain under investigation, and Marion County Sheriff’s Office officials are urging residents to take basic precautions to reduce their risk. The burglaries were reported between 1 a.m. and 5 a.m., according…
Prosecutor: Pair nabbed by police after man robbed in Warren home
Two men are accused of breaking into a Warren man’s apartment last week and robbing and imprisoning him before they were captured by police, according to Macomb County prosecutors. Dwayne Lewis Jr., 29, of Detroit, and Davon Loveings, 35, of Pittsburgh, were arraigned Friday by Judge Suzanne Faunce…
Beverly mansion heist suspect to remain in jail pending dangerousness hearing
A man charged with stealing an estimated $8 million in cash, coins, jewelry and other valuables during a violent home invasion at a Beverly mansion earlier this year was ordered held without bail at his arraignment Wednesday. Emajae Brown, 25, was indicted last month on 10 charges, including armed…
5 Kitchen Habits You Have to Stop—They’re a Fire Hazard, According to an Expert
Never leave cooking unattended—it's the leading cause of home fires and fire-related deaths. Keep flammable items like oven mitts and paper towels at least 3 feet from the stovetop. Turn pot handles inward and keep lids nearby to safely manage grease fires. You may think that you're doing everything…
8th man charged in Winnetka home invasion conspiracy
Authorities arrested and charged an eighth man in relation to a Winnetka home invasion in March, according to an announcement on Wednesday from U.S. Attorney’s Office of the Northern District of Illinois. According to the attorney’s office, Andrew Franklin, 19, of Chicago, was one of five armed men…
L.A. faces state of emergency over Boyle Heights fire
L.A. city officials on Saturday declared a local emergency as firefighters continue to battle a stubborn warehouse fire in Boyle Heights that has sent plumes of irritating smoke across the region. “While the [Los Angeles Fire Department] continues making progress, this is a major,…
Scottsdale Fire offers free pool safety assessments after recent child drownings
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — Scottsdale Fire is encouraging homeowners to take advantage of its free water safety assessment program after three children were pulled from pools in separate incidents Sunday evening. The renewed focus on water safety comes as more families head to pools to beat the…
Jewelry, Cell Phone Snatched During Home Invasion in Fairfax District
Some jewelry and cell phones were snatched during a violent home invasion robbery Saturday morning in the Fairfax District of Los Angeles, authorities said. Sign up here for our free newsletters. We’ll send you the latest headlines every morning and every weekday afternoon. Processing… Success!…
Teen dead after shot by KC area homeowner during burglary
KANSAS CITY —Police are conducting a fatal shooting investigation in the during a reported home burglary. Early Friday, police were dispatched to a burglary in progress at a home in the 100 block of Little Garden in the Kansas City suburb of Blue Springs, according to a media release. A homeowner…
Lawton Fire Department Citizens Academy concludes with fire prevention focus
LAWTON, Okla. (KSWO) - The Lawton Fire Department Citizens Academy has concluded with a class focusing on fire prevention focus. “Everyone thinks that fire destroys, but fire has a story, and that’s what I think I love the most in every single fire we go to; there is a story that’s left behind,”…
Dunklin County family’s vacation interrupted by burglary, 2-hour standoff at home
KENNETT, Mo. (KFVS) - A family vacation to the Dominican Republic took an unexpected turn for the Yates family when they watched a burglary at their home unfold in real time on social media. The Yates family was on day two of their trip to Punta Cana when Jeremy Yates’ daughter, who works in law…
San Anselmo Burglary Suspect Still At Large After Victim Struck With Handgun
A home burglary in San Anselmo, California, turned into a neighborhood shelter-in-place order after police said a victim confronted a suspect inside a residence and was struck with a handgun. The incident happened Monday evening on Island Drive. According to SFGATE, police received a burglary report…
Homeowner’s Cameras Catch Woman Inside California House During Burglary Call
A Grover Beach homeowner says indoor security cameras alerted him and his wife that someone was inside their house Tuesday afternoon. The incident happened at a home in the 200 block of North 10th Street, across from Ramona Garden Park, according to KSBY. Police Chief Jim Munro told the station…
California duo admits home burglary
POINT PLEASANT — Two California residents have pleaded guilty to their involvement in a 2025 borough burglary, and each faces seven-year prison terms. Jaheim Wilson, 24, and Oleyah Brown, 22, of Stockton, California, pleaded guilty to burglary before state Superior Court Judge Guy P. Ryan in Toms…
When Flock Surveillance Comes to Your Town: Everything to Know About These Cameras
Cities across the country are adopting -- or rejecting -- Flock Safety surveillance systems, which use controversial AI-powered license plate cameras partnered with local police and other law enforcement. Due to concerns over privacy and how Flock allows data to be used, dozens of cities have…
Yorkville resident able to extinguish garage fire
After a fire ignited on the outside of a garage in Yorkville, a homeowner was able to extinguish the flames before they spread to the attached house. The Bristol Kendall Fire Protection District responded around 5:40 p.m. on Tuesday to the 1400 block of Aspen Lane in Yorkville. The fire crews…
Testimony Underway In Trial Of Man Accused In Deadly Menifee Home Invasion
Nearly seven months before the slaying of Esteves, on July 17, 2017, the crew went to a Nuevo home where illegal marijuana was grown and forced their way into the residence in the middle of the night, leveling guns at the half-dozen occupants, including three children, ages 3 to 9 years old, the…
Gunmen tie-strap 73-year-old during home invasion
An elderly woman was tie-strapped during a home invasion and robbery in Chaguanas on Tuesday. The 73-year-old and a 42-year-old, both home makers, were at their Montrose, Chaguanas house when three men armed with guns entered around 11.30 a.m. The women’s hands were tied with straps and the house…
Deputies ask for public assistance in Raleigh County home invasion investigation
RALEIGH COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — Raleigh County deputies are asking for public assistance in an active home invasion investigation. Investigators said the incident was reported in the Eccles area. Deputies are asking for public assistance in an active home invasion investigation. (Raleigh County…
National Safety Month spotlights overlooked home security tips to prevent crime
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — June is National Safety Month, a time when many people focus on fire prevention and emergency preparedness, but basic home security can be easy to overlook. SimpliSafe Chief Customer Officer Sandra Yang recommends starting with a thorough check of every possible way someone could…
Police link hidden camera in Lower Merion to South American theft ring
ARDMORE, Pa. (WPVI) -- Police in Lower Merion Township say a hidden camera discovered near a home has been linked to a sophisticated theft ring believed to be responsible for numerous burglaries across the Main Line in recent years. The camera was found along the 900 block of Stony Lane after Lower…
Suspects Steal Toyota Tundra During Armed Home-Invasion Robbery In Victorville
VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — Authorities are investigating an armed home-invasion robbery that occurred at a residence in the 15000 block of Sunflower Lane. The incident occurred on June 10, 2026, at approximately 10:21 p.m., according to information provided by Socorro Cuevas, Public…
Santa Clarita Fire Safety Takes Center Stage Next Week With Helicopter Drop, Goats
The City of Santa Clarita, in partnership with the County of Los Angeles and public safety agencies, invites you to join us for a fun and educational event urging residents to stay prepared and protect their families, pets and homes from the threat of wildfires this summer. The Santa Clarita City…
3 arrested after violent home invasion robbery at Newport Beach home
Two men and a woman were arrested on June 3, several months after robbing a short-term rental home in Newport Beach, where they assaulted multiple people inside, according to police. On March 13, officers responded to the rental property on the west side of the Balboa Peninsula just before 6 a.m.,…
Jury Selection Underway in Trial of Man Accused in Deadly Home Invasion
Jury selection got underway Monday for the trial of an ex-con accused of joining his best friend in a “home invasion assassination” of a 43-year-old Menifee man and perpetrating a takeover robbery during which children and others were threatened and assaulted. Rodolfo Garcia, 44, of Perris is…
Ex-boyfriend sentenced to life in 2021 home-invasion Eagle View Drive murder
CLARKSVILLE, TN (CLARKSVILLE NOW) – John Edward Bean IV, 44, was sentenced Tuesday to serve a life sentence plus 13 years in the 2021 Eagle View Drive home-invasion killing of his ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend, Trasbin Campbell. On April 7, a Montgomery County jury found Bean guilty on multiple…
Smart Doorbell Market Booms as Home Security and Smart Living Drive Global Adoption
Home security is no longer limited to locks, gates, and traditional alarm systems. In today's connected world, homeowners want real-time visibility, remote access, and instant communication with visitors regardless of where they are. This shift in consumer expectations has transformed smart…
Police Say Surveillance Camera Helped Catch Woman Near Home’s Rear Sliding Door
A Cape Coral burglary-in-progress call ended with police arresting a woman after officers said she was found inside a screened patio near a rear sliding glass door with fresh pry marks. The incident happened June 16, 2026. According to the Cape Coral Police Department, officers responded around…
Vacant Home Security Emerges as Growing Concern as Millions of U.S. Properties Sit Unoccupied
Vacant Home Security Emerges as Growing Concern as Millions of U.S. Properties Sit Unoccupied - Security experts warn that vacant properties face rising risks from theft, vandalism, squatters, and costly damage. "A vacant property doesn't have to be abandoned to become a target. Even a few weeks…
Burglar Enters Occupied 19th Street Home, Steals $2,300 in Belongings
A residential burglary was reported in the 1200 block of 19th Street after a suspect entered an occupied Santa Monica home through a rear window and stole approximately $2,300 worth of personal items, police said. The Santa Monica Police Department is investigating the incident, which occurred…
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