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Thief Steals Purse, Gets Hit by Bus, Re-Thinks Career Options

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 20 May 2013 15:20:43 +0000

What comes around goes around. And sometimes, it comes around much quicker than you expect. This thief in Columbia thought he’d come up with a great way to steal a woman’s purse. And everything seems hunky dory for him until a big ol’ bus got in his way and mowed him down. Amazingly, the thief [...]

Waitress Fired After Bashing Police On Facebook

Rob Banks — Mon, 20 May 2013 06:25:16 +0000

A waitress is causing quite an uproar over a picture and comment she posted about some Oklahoma sheriff’s deputies. Ashley Warden, who is a server at Chili’s, posted the picture on her Facebook page with the comment: “Stupid Cops better hope I’m not their server FDP.” “I was extremely disappointed that here are these dedicated public servants [...]

Woman Slaps Cop, Wants Go To Jail — Why?

Rob Banks — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:20:14 +0000

Desperate times calls for desperate measures sometimes.

Etta Mae Lopez pleaded no contest when tried in a Sacramento court for slapping police officer, Matt Campoy, across the face.

She didn't really mind either.

Kid Films Cop 'Breaking The Law' [VIDEO]

Rob Banks — Mon, 06 May 2013 06:20:55 +0000

According to 12-year-old Jeremy, this cop, who parked his motorcycle on the sidewalk while he grabbed a bite to eat, is breaking the law. Um hello, is there a reason you need to park on the sidewalk, is it an emergency or something? He than goes as far as to ask the police officer [...]

What Are the Most Popular Excuses Drivers Use to Get Out of Tickets?

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 01 May 2013 04:01:07 +0000

Trying to find the perfect excuse to get out of a ticket is never easy. A new survey of 500 drivers by Insurance.com has shed some light on the most popular excuses motorists have given to police in the hopes they could squirm their way out of receiving a ticket. If you’re looking for something [...]

Three Connected to Bombing Suspect Questioned in New Bedford

Taylor Cormier — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 00:02:04 +0000

The investigation into the Boston Marathon bombing seeped into New Bedford, Mass. on Friday evening with the questioning of several people who knew suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev. After local and state police and FBI agents allegedly searched Dzhokhar Tsarnaev’s UMass Dartmouth dorm room, authorities swarmed to the Rockdale West apartment complex in New Bedford’s West End. Three [...]

Watch For Fake Dog Warden!

Josh — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 10:48:18 +0000

Authorities in the southern tier are warning residents that there is a man going around, posing as a dog warden, trying to take your pup. This fake dog warden reportedly, went to a house in the Town of Pomfret and one in the Town of Portland. The man would tell homeowners thatthe dogs were unlicensed [...]

College Student Arrested For Facebook Status

Rob Banks — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 00:54:13 +0000

This is the latest case in recent arrests due to comments made on social media sites. This facebook comment made by a 21-year old college student had her arrested moments afterwards. What’s even worse is that a friend of the girl that ‘liked’ the comment. Shortly after police were knocking on her door as well. [...]

Here's What Could Happen If You Don't Stop For School Buses Flashing Red Lights! [VIDEO]

Josh — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 09:14:01 +0000

We all know how annoying morning and afternoon commutes can be. Accidents, disabled vehicles, volume delays and the “cheese bus.” Yes, the dreaded cheese bus. How many times have you been stuck behind a cheese bus and waited on the bus aide, a slow walking kid, a kid who’s parent wasn’t there to get him [...]

Teen Busted After Calling 911 to Report Strange Dream

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 06 Sep 2012 10:07:52 +0000

The inappropriate 911 call has long been a weird news staple. Confused citizens have used emergency services to report everything from a sandwich without enough mayo to a broken iPhone.

However, over the weekend, Mark Welch managed to take 911 abuse to a trippy new place. The 18 year old Florida man, who had been (unsurprisingly) smoking synthetic marijuana, became convinced that everything that was happening took place in his dream from the night before.

Bucky Covington Helps Out The Good Guys

John La Mond — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:00:39 +0000

Bucky Covington recently lent his talents to an event in Nashville called “Autism Sings”. The event was held at Jimmy Buffet’s Magaritaville on Broadway in downtown Nashville. The purpose was to raise awareness of Autism. Bucky’s step-brother has a child with Autism so the cause is very close to his family and his heart. Bucky [...]

Lawnmower Beer Train [VIDEO]

Brett Alan — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 23:36:39 +0000

If you’ve ever made a train of grocery carts strapped together with extension cords to hold all your beer in…you might be a redneck. Or you might be this guy who’s headed to his buddy’s house for a party. But at least he knows his rights.

Girl Gets Arrested Wearing Only Cowboy Boots [VIDEO]

Brett Alan — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:12:19 +0000

You’ve heard the phrase, “Going out with my boots on” right? Well, when they say that, I’ve always assumed that they didn’t mean ONLY boots. That’s what police found when they tried to arrest this girl from Corpus Christie, TX. She was nude except for her boots! I’m not entirely sure what would possess someone [...]

Think Your Job Is Tough? [VIDEO]

Craig Matthews — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:00:32 +0000

Try working in law enforcement...God bless the men and women who do. I work in this profession and I mention it not to be self-serving, but in the interest of full disclosure and the fact that I am darn proud of it.