Home invasion arrests
Phoenix, Arizona, police arrest three male suspects believed to have attempted the burglary at Bryan’s home. Alexander Olvera, Edwards Alexander Johnson, and Gilberto Gil Gastelum are all taken into custody.
Teen girls arrested for jihad plans
France arrests two girls aged 17 and 15 in Lyon, Rhone, and Tarbes in the Hautes-Pyrenees for alleged involvement in jihad. The arrests form part of a broader enquiry into jihadism in the country. Around 900 French citizens are implicated in jihad – meaning that they have either taken part in a conflict, plan to participate in one, or are returning from one. Both girls are reported to have been planning to travel to Syria to join militant activities there. Paris-based international security consultant Samuel Laurent:
Obviously this is proof of how appealing caliphate ideology is for French and European citizens
Assault rifle found, arrested
Irvine police department obtained a search warrant on Jeezy’s tour bus where they find an assault rifle that belongs to Jeezy. Jeezy and several members of his entourage are arrested for gun possession. He is held on $1 million bail and is still in custody.
14-year-old ‘jihadi’ girl arrested
French authorities arrest a 14-year-old girl in the western city of Quimper on suspicion that she is planning to conduct jihad in Syria. She is moved to Paris to be questioned by an anti-terror judge on possible connections to the disappearance of another 14-year-old girl from the Paris area in June, as part of an enquiry that has also led to the arrests of a 15-year-old and 17-year old girl a week earlier.
Arrested for domestic violence
McDonald is arrested and held without bail for a felony charge of domestic violence only three days after NFL commissioner Roger Goodell implements new rules for players charged with domestic violence. The 49ers statement:
The 49ers organization is aware of the recent reports regarding Ray McDonald and we take such matters seriously. As we continue to gather the facts, we will reserve further comment.
Ambassador arrested
The Vatican says that former Holy See ambassador Józef Wesołowski has been placed under house arrest and will face a criminal trial over child sex charges. The action against 66-year-old Wesołowski is the first time the Vatican has charged a high-ranking official with paedophilia. He faces up to 12 years in prison.
Arrested for domestic assault
Taylor, Charlotte Hornets forward, is arrested on domestic assault charges at the Marriott at University Place in East Lansing, Michigan. Taylor is charged with one count of domestic assault, one count of assault and one count of malicious destruction of property. Taylor is released on 5,00 bond. East Lansing Police Department declines to release more details on the incident. Hornet’s statement:
The Charlotte Hornets were made aware of the incident involving Jeffery Taylor early this evening. The organization is in the process of gathering more information and doing our due diligence.
Arrested for DUI
Bynes is arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs in Sherman Oaks, CA. A California Highway Patrol officer sees Bynes run a red light then stop in the middle of an intersection. California Highway Patrol spokesman Leland Tang:
She ran a red light and stopped in the middle of (a) T-shaped intersection. Our officer observed her, and she appeared under the influence. She was unable to complete field sobriety tests, at which point she was taken to our station.
Arrested for Ebola joke at Cleveland casino
60-year-old retired municipal worker Emanuel Smith is arrested and part of the Horseshoe Casino is shut down after Smith says he is there to avoid his ex-wife, who he jokes has Ebola. Records show the comment:
[…] Caused panic [and] a large financial loss
Arrested for robbery
Knight and Williams are arrested for robbery. The arrest stems from an incident in Beverly Hills on September 5, where Knight and Williams allegedly chased a woman down an alley and stole her camera. Lt. Lincoln Hoshino of Beverly Hills Police:
We’re still working the case.
Arrested for criminal threats
Manning, is arrested for allegedly making criminal threats against ex-friend, Heller, via text and social media. The messages violate a mutual restraining order previously issued by a judge. Purported messages:
I will kill you, bitch.
Go f—k yourself and die.
What’s taking so long? Shouldn’t you be dead by now?
Protesters arrested
In wake of a grand jury decision, protesters are headed off by police officers in riot gear. They arrest six protesters after they attempt to block a street. Demonstrators:
Indict that cop.
Domestic battery arrest
Nash is arrested and booked on domestic battery charges after a tussle with his teenage son Tristen at Nash’s home in Florida. Family attorney:
The kid was out of control, and the father was defending his wife. I’m pretty confident we will have a resolution in the next couple of months.
Diamond arrested
Diamond is arrested after allegedly stabbing a man at the Grand Ave Saloon in Ozaukee County, Wisconsin. Diamond faces charges of reckless endangerment in the first degree, possession of a switchblade, and carrying a concealed weapon. Port Washington P.D. statement:
At approximately 11:15 p.m. on Thursday, December 25, 2014, the Port Washington Police Department responded to the Grand Ave. Saloon for reports of a stabbing. Evidence quickly gathered at the scene indicates a male, age 37, had stabbed another male patron and left the bar in a white SUV with his 27-year-old girlfriend. Officers quickly located the suspect vehicle and suspects and took both into custody.
Murder charge
Knight is charged with murder and attempted murder due to his involvement in a fatal hit-and-run. He is held without bail. Knight’s attorney, James Blatt:
We feel strongly Mr. Knight did not do anything wrong in this matter. He was attacked by a number of individuals; that has already been corroborated by certain witnesses. He left the scene because he was in fear for his safety and life.
Soliciting prostitution arrest
Sapp is arrested for soliciting a prostitute and assault in Phoenix. Officials:
He was questioned and admitted involvement in the act of prostitution, but denied assaulting the females.
Murder indictment
Hicks is indicted on three counts of murder in the shooting of three Muslim students, Deah Shaddy Barakat, Yusor Mohammad Abu-Salha, and Razan Mohammad Abu-Salha, during a dispute about a parking spot. Chapel Hill police and FBI continue to investigate the incident.
Assault arrest
Afroman is arrested for assault after he punches a woman who jumps up on stage while he is performing at a concert in Biloxi, Mississippi. Biloxi Police Department arrest report:
On 17 February 15, the Biloxi Police Department responded to a reported assault at the Kress Live Entertainment Venue involving Mr. Joseph Edgar Foreman who performs under the stage name Afroman. Mr. Foreman was arrested for Assault as a result of a Citizen’s Affidavit, booked in, and released after paying a 330 Dollar Bond.
Burglary arrest
Vanilla Ice is arrested and charged with burglary and grand theft for allegedly stealing items from a vacant house near the location where he filmed The Vanilla Ice Project in Lantana, Florida. Police:
During the investigation, it was determined Robert Matthew Van Winkle played a role in the burglary and theft.
DUI arrest
Patton is arrested for DUI in Isle of Palms, South Carolina, and is released on $997 bond.