Major Mexico/US tunnel busted

A haul of drugs being smuggled from Mexico to California was seized from a cross-border tunnel equipped with ventilation, lighting and an underground rail system. The tunnel connected warehouses in Tijuana and San Diego, extending about 610 metres. The raid netted 590 kg of cocaine, 39 kg of methamphetamine, 7.7 kg of heroin, 1 kg of fentanyl and 1,360 kg of pot. No arrests were made. The tunnel had a rail-cart system, forced air ventilation, high voltage electrical cables and panels, an elevator at the tunnel entrance, and a drainage system.

The average depth of the tunnel was 31 feet. The length of more than 14 football fields surprised authorities. It went under several warehouses in San Diego and was beside a section of Trump's wall.

The discovery came a little over two months after a 4,309-foot-long tunnel was found in the same area.

See ----->El Chapo tunnel master 'Quirino' busted

Major Mexico/US tunnel busted

A haul of drugs being smuggled from Mexico to California was seized from a cross-border tunnel equipped with ventilation, lighting and an underground rail system. The tunnel connected warehouses in Tijuana and San Diego, extending about 610 metres. The raid netted 590 kg of cocaine, 39 kg of methamphetamine, 7.7 kg of heroin, 1 kg of fentanyl and 1,360 kg of pot. No arrests were made. The tunnel had a rail-cart system, forced air ventilation, high voltage electrical cables and panels, an elevator at the tunnel entrance, and a drainage system.

The average depth of the tunnel was 31 feet. The length of more than 14 football fields surprised authorities. It went under several warehouses in San Diego and was beside a section of Trump's wall.

The discovery came a little over two months after a 4,309-foot-long tunnel was found in the same area.

See ----->El Chapo tunnel master 'Quirino' busted

'High Risk' convict Justina Ellis on the lam - Busted

Justina Ellis was picked up without incident by the VPD.

Vancouver Police are searching for a high-risk offender. Justina Ellis, 37, did not return to her East Vancouver halfway house and now has a Canada-wide warrant. She won a court battle to label her a 'dangerous offender' in 2019. The Yukon woman claimed she has lived a life of abuse caused by white colonialism. Ellis is five feet four inches tall and weighs 135 pounds. Her background includes multiple robberies and violence. She's indigenous and is considered dangerous. The public ought not approach her.

'High Risk' convict Justina Ellis on the lam - Busted

Justina Ellis was picked up without incident by the VPD.

Vancouver Police are searching for a high-risk offender. Justina Ellis, 37, did not return to her East Vancouver halfway house and now has a Canada-wide warrant. She won a court battle to label her a 'dangerous offender' in 2019. The Yukon woman claimed she has lived a life of abuse caused by white colonialism. Ellis is five feet four inches tall and weighs 135 pounds. Her background includes multiple robberies and violence. She's indigenous and is considered dangerous. The public ought not approach her.

McMillions

“McMillions” had a bombshell for the finale: Jerry Colombo’s mother was the informant whose tip broke the case wide open.

See ----->The McDonald’s Monopoly sweepstakes fraud - 'McMillions'

McMillions

“McMillions” had a bombshell for the finale: Jerry Colombo’s mother was the informant whose tip broke the case wide open.

See ----->The McDonald’s Monopoly sweepstakes fraud - 'McMillions'

Gangsters turn to Trump, Coronavarus to get out of Jail

Paul Schiro, 82, feels the “the epidemic has accelerated the urgency and necessity” of his request. The mobster has been in custody since 2002. He was convicted as part of the Family Secrets prosecution, that decimated the Chicago mob. Schiro’s attorney pointed to changes in the law created by the First Step Act, which was signed by Trump in 2018. Schiro was sentenced in 2009 to 20 years in prison when he was 71. He is not due to be released until April 2024. One of Schiro’s co-defendants, Joey “the Clown” Lombardo, died in jail last fall at the age of 90. Another mob hit man, Anthony Calabrese, was shot down for clemency by Trump in 2018.

Gangsters turn to Trump, Coronavarus to get out of Jail

Paul Schiro, 82, feels the “the epidemic has accelerated the urgency and necessity” of his request. The mobster has been in custody since 2002. He was convicted as part of the Family Secrets prosecution, that decimated the Chicago mob. Schiro’s attorney pointed to changes in the law created by the First Step Act, which was signed by Trump in 2018. Schiro was sentenced in 2009 to 20 years in prison when he was 71. He is not due to be released until April 2024. One of Schiro’s co-defendants, Joey “the Clown” Lombardo, died in jail last fall at the age of 90. Another mob hit man, Anthony Calabrese, was shot down for clemency by Trump in 2018.

25 years in prison for 'Doctor Money' Gallagher

'Doc' lured seniors through his weekly radio broadcasts.

W. Neil “Doc” Gallagher liked to tell radio listeners his investment advice was guided by scripture. Cops claim he ignored the part “Thou shalt not steal.”

Gallagher, 78, faces civil and criminal charges saying he stole more than $19m from senior citizens, who put their faith in him.

“The Money Doctor” pitched his retirement-planning services through weekly broadcasts that blended investment talk with cheery Christian tidings. He bought airtime for his shows on three Dallas-area AM stations. In 2016, he published “Jesus Christ, Money Master,” a book offering faith-based financial advice.

25 years in prison for 'Doctor Money' Gallagher

'Doc' lured seniors through his weekly radio broadcasts.

W. Neil “Doc” Gallagher liked to tell radio listeners his investment advice was guided by scripture. Cops claim he ignored the part “Thou shalt not steal.”

Gallagher, 78, faces civil and criminal charges saying he stole more than $19m from senior citizens, who put their faith in him.

“The Money Doctor” pitched his retirement-planning services through weekly broadcasts that blended investment talk with cheery Christian tidings. He bought airtime for his shows on three Dallas-area AM stations. In 2016, he published “Jesus Christ, Money Master,” a book offering faith-based financial advice.

Starving monkey ‘gangs’ brawl in Thailand as tourists MIA

Monkey “gangs” have taken to the streets of Thailand to brawl over food as tourism has dried up. Usually well fed, times are tough. Street fights are breaking out regularly in Lopburi, an area famous for it's monkeys. Each “gang” has around 500 members. They steal anything they get their hands on.

Starving monkey ‘gangs’ brawl in Thailand as tourists MIA

Monkey “gangs” have taken to the streets of Thailand to brawl over food as tourism has dried up. Usually well fed, times are tough. Street fights are breaking out regularly in Lopburi, an area famous for it's monkeys. Each “gang” has around 500 members. They steal anything they get their hands on.

Charges dropped against 11 Vagos bikers

A month after eight members of the Vagos MC were acquitted in a long running racketeering trial, federal prosecutors dropped all charges against each of their co-defendants, except one. Local biker John Halgat is still facing drug and gun charges.

See ----->Vagos bikers walk for HA killing

Charges dropped against 11 Vagos bikers

A month after eight members of the Vagos MC were acquitted in a long running racketeering trial, federal prosecutors dropped all charges against each of their co-defendants, except one. Local biker John Halgat is still facing drug and gun charges.

See ----->Vagos bikers walk for HA killing

Recidivist ponzi scammer wants out of jail to tend elderly mother

Wayne R. Ogden, 55 cheated hundreds of investors of an estimated $18.6m in three Ponzi schemes. He wants release early due to “compassionate, extraordinary circumstances.” Ogden’s 81-year-old ailing mother has no one else to care for her he says. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons denied Ogden’s early release request, saying he didn't meet agency criteria. Ogden is turning to Trump's First Step Act to get outta the can.

When Ogden was sentenced in 2013, prosecutors were certain he would re-offend when he was released.

“The public at least will get a 10-year break from a remorseless, conscienceless serial thief.” Ogden has been ordered to pay $18.6 million in restitution.

Recidivist ponzi scammer wants out of jail to tend elderly mother

Wayne R. Ogden, 55 cheated hundreds of investors of an estimated $18.6m in three Ponzi schemes. He wants release early due to “compassionate, extraordinary circumstances.” Ogden’s 81-year-old ailing mother has no one else to care for her he says. The U.S. Bureau of Prisons denied Ogden’s early release request, saying he didn't meet agency criteria. Ogden is turning to Trump's First Step Act to get outta the can.

When Ogden was sentenced in 2013, prosecutors were certain he would re-offend when he was released.

“The public at least will get a 10-year break from a remorseless, conscienceless serial thief.” Ogden has been ordered to pay $18.6 million in restitution.

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine released from prison early due to COVID-19

The rapper was serving his sentence in a private jail.

Tekashi 6ix9ine was ordered freed from a Manhattan federal lockup four months early by a judge who cited his asthma and the greater danger of the coronavirus outbreak. Prosecutors did not oppose the action. Tekashi 6ix9ine's testimony against members of the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods earned him leniency from charges that could have subjected him to a minimum 37 years.

Rapper Tekashi 6ix9ine released from prison early due to COVID-19

The rapper was serving his sentence in a private jail.

Tekashi 6ix9ine was ordered freed from a Manhattan federal lockup four months early by a judge who cited his asthma and the greater danger of the coronavirus outbreak. Prosecutors did not oppose the action. Tekashi 6ix9ine's testimony against members of the Nine Trey Gangsta Bloods earned him leniency from charges that could have subjected him to a minimum 37 years.

Bikini model girlfriend and a Rolls-Royce to life in jail - Darren John Mohr

Darren John Mohr, 46, has been found guilty of conspiring to import cocaine into Australia. He was charged over a plot to ship half a tonne of cocaine into Australia in 2016. The happy couple are pictured in designer garb in front of a Rolls Royce just before Mohr got busted. He wears a Hubolt wrapped around his wrist which retails at around $17k while the little woman wore a diamond-encrusted Rolex believed to be worth more than $45k.

Mohr claimed innocence and ignorance while he was unaware of the real reason for the boat's voyage.

Eleven jurors deliberated for more than a day before returning a verdict. Since the bust, others have pleaded guilty to the plot and are currently serving long prison sentences. The two lovebirds split about 3 months after the bust. Mohr bragged about his high living lifestyle on social media. He claimed to be unemployed in court.

Bikini model girlfriend and a Rolls-Royce to life in jail - Darren John Mohr

Darren John Mohr, 46, has been found guilty of conspiring to import cocaine into Australia. He was charged over a plot to ship half a tonne of cocaine into Australia in 2016. The happy couple are pictured in designer garb in front of a Rolls Royce just before Mohr got busted. He wears a Hubolt wrapped around his wrist which retails at around $17k while the little woman wore a diamond-encrusted Rolex believed to be worth more than $45k.

Mohr claimed innocence and ignorance while he was unaware of the real reason for the boat's voyage.

Eleven jurors deliberated for more than a day before returning a verdict. Since the bust, others have pleaded guilty to the plot and are currently serving long prison sentences. The two lovebirds split about 3 months after the bust. Mohr bragged about his high living lifestyle on social media. He claimed to be unemployed in court.

Ad on Kijiji opened door for Hells Angels bust

Mark David Heickert

Operation Harley began with Paul Francis Monahan, 63, a member of the Nomads N.B. Monahan posted an ad on Kijiji selling a Harley Davidson on behalf of a full-patch in London. An undercover cop contacted Monahan. Talk eventually turned to cocaine, which was available for between $48k to $50k per kilo. Cops were monitoring Monahan’s cellphone and learned his contact was Mark David Heickert, a full-patch in Oshawa.

Heickert met with the buyer each time, receiving $47k for one kilo on the first two occasions and $94k for two kilos in the last transaction. After the last deal, police moved in and arrested Heickert. Monahan's home was raided along with the clubhouse in Musquodoboit Harbour. Heickert pleaded guilty to conspiracy to traffic cocaine, conspiracy to possess proceeds of crime and breaching his release conditions by having contact with a member of the HA. He was sentenced to 55 months in prison.

Monahan pleaded guilty last April and is still awaiting sentencing. He is free on $7k bail.

See ----->Hells Angels charged with drug trafficking in Nova Scotia