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Silent Crisis: Over 320,000 U.S. Children Lost a Parent to Drug Overdose in Last Decade, Study Reveals
Over 320,000 U.S. children lost a parent to drug overdose from 2011 to 2021, with the rate more than doubling over that period, new study states.
A Pharmacist in Virginia Switched Oxycodone with the Wrong Pills. Now, He's in Jail and Patients Are Safe.
Virginia pharmacist sentenced to two years in prison for tampering with prescriptions, stealing oxycodone, and endangering patients' health.
A Pennsylvania Woman Emptied Her Husband's Bank Accounts. Then, She Killed Him With Her Heart Medication.
A woman in Pennsylvania will spend life in prison after she fatally poisoned her husband using her own heart medication and draining his bank accounts.
Fruitful Bust: $5 Million in Meth Disguised as Watermelons Seized by Border Officers
CBP seized over $5 million worth of meth disguised as watermelons at the California border, uncovering 4,587 pounds of drugs hidden in a truck.
An Alabama Police Officer Wanted More Drug Arrests. So He Planted Drugs on Innocent Drivers, Prosecutors Say.
A former Alabama police officer has admitted to a scheme of planting drugs on innocent motorists to manufacture arrests, authorities said.
Tainted Treats: Deadly Doses of Meth Found in 'Funny-Tasting' Candies Donated to Charity
A New Zealand charity warns after donated candies were found to contain lethal levels of methamphetamine.
Hidden Harvest: Over One Ton of Meth Worth $3 Million Found in Celery at Atlanta Farmer's Market
The DEA Atlanta seized over a ton of meth worth $3 million hidden in a celery shipment at a farmer's market, the largest meth bust in history, officials said.
High Tide: Hurricane Debby Washes $1 Million Worth of Cocaine onto Florida Beach
A good Samaritan found the packages after police say Hurricane Debby washed 70 pounds of cocaine worth over $1M onto a Florida beach.
Law and Disorder: Alabama State Trooper Among Six Charged in Connection with Cocaine Distribution Plot
A state trooper in Alabama has been indicted along with five others for conspiring to distribute cocaine, according to authorities.
Florida Drug Sting Near Tractor Supply Store Uncovers Cocaine, Thousands of Fentanyl Pills: Sheriff
A Florida man has been arrested after a drug sting catches him allegedly selling cocaine and fentanyl to undercover cop, officials said.
Arizona Man Accused of Murder After Girlfriend Jumps from Moving Car and Dies During Police Chase
The boyfriend of an Arizona woman refused to let her out of the car, so she jumped out during a police chase and she died from her injuries, police said.
Researchers Confirm 'Cocaine Sharks' Exist Off Brazilian Coast After Buzzed Beasts Test Positive for Drugs
Researchers say more than a dozen sharks off the coast of Brazil have tested positive for the presence of cocaine in their livers and muscles.
Snow Day: Texas Trooper Seizes 242 Pounds of Cocaine During Traffic Stop
During a routine traffic stop in Texas, a trooper discovered 242 pounds of cocaine in the driver's vehicle, authorities said.
NYC Suspect Arrested After Woman with Gunshot Wound to Head Found Dead in Trash on Sidewalk: Police
Police announced a man has been arrested in connection with the woman found dead in a sleeping bag near trash in Manhattan.
Real-Life Walter White: How an Arkansas Man Went from Respected Judge to Meth Head Behind Bars
An Arkansas judge was sent to prison after retiring and getting deep into meth. Read the true story about a real-life Walter White from 'Breaking Bad.'
Man Accused of Strangling, Assaulting Escort in Las Vegas Hotel Before Leaving Her to Die: Court Documents
A man in Nevada is accused of strangling and sexually assaulting an escort in his Las Vegas hotel room and leaving her to die.
Entire Hells Angels Chapter in California Arrested on Kidnapping, Robbery, and Elder Abuse Charges: Sheriff
An entire chapter of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club based in California was arrested in connection with kidnapping, robbery and assault.
Intoxicated Driver Causes Head-On Collision, Killing His Pregnant Wife, Unborn Child and Another Woman: Cops
An intoxicated driver in Tennessee reportedly caused a head-on collision, killing his pregnant wife, their unborn child and another woman, police said.
High-Speed Chase: California Highway Patrol Officers Seize $3.4 Million in Meth After Pursuit in Los Angeles
A traffic stop lead California Highway Patrol K9 officers to seize $3.4 million in meth after a high-speed chase, officials said.
U.S. Customs Agent Took Bribes in Exchange for Allowing Drug-Filled Vehicles Through Border, Spent Cash at Strip Club
A former border agent has been convicted of accepting bribes to allow vehicles full of illegal drugs into the U.S., officials said.
Oregon ICU Nurse Accused of Stealing Fentanyl, Causing 44 Patient Infections After Replacing Drug with Water
An ICU nurse in Oregon has been accused of stealing fentanyl from patients and replacing it with water, causing infections.
Ohio Narcotics Officer Admits to Selling Stolen Cocaine Confiscated as Evidence in Drug Investigation
A former Columbus Police officer pleaded guilty to cocaine trafficking charges after selling stolen drugs, officials said.
World's Worst Dads: These Fathers Were Accused of Committing Inconceivable Crimes of Murder
Here are some dads who committed unspeakable crimes that included the murder of women and children. Many of their stories shocked the nations when police made the arrests.
‘I Choked Her Out Too Long’: North Dakota Man Accused of Killing Girlfriend During Alleged Meth-Fueled Dispute
A North Dakota man is behind bars after he allegedly choked his girlfriend to death during a fight over meth, police said.
Shielded by the Badge? Investigation Finds Hundreds of Cops May Have Sexually Exploited Kids — But Avoided Prison Time
A new investigation reportedly claims hundreds of law enforcement officers in the United States may have sexually abused children.
A 2-Year-Old Indiana Girl's Body Was Found in a River. Her Dad Will Now Spend Decades in Prison for Her Death.
A search for a missing toddler in Indiana ended four days after she was last seen alive with her father. Now he is going to prison for her murder.
U.S. Border Agent Arrested in Connection with Massive Fentanyl and Meth Trafficking Bust in California
The Department of Justice announced the takedown of of a major fentanyl and meth trafficking ring in California.
Parent Trap: West Virginia Father Accused of Planting Meth on Young Daughter During Traffic Stop
Police in West Virginia claim a father allegedly stashed meth in his daughter's hoodie after an officer pulled him over for a traffic stop.
North Carolina Mother Allegedly Overdosed Her Children on Prescription Medication for Months: Sheriff
A mom in North Carolina is accused of intentionally overdosing her children with prescription drugs for months.
Deep Sea Surprise: Divers Cleaning Up Trash in Florida Keys Discover 25 Packages of Cocaine
A group of volunteers in the Florida Keys were cleaning up trash on the ocean floor when they discovered 25 packages of cocaine, authorities said.
A Michigan Man Said His Missing 17-Year-Old Cousin Died While They Smoked Pot. He's Now in Prison for Murder.
The cousin of a missing 17-year-old girl in Michigan has been sentenced in connection with her murder, authorities said.
Las Vegas Mother, Boyfriend Behind Bars After Her 'Emaciated' 4-Month-Old Son Found Dead: Officials
A Las Vegas mother has been sentenced after taking an Alford plea in connection with the death of her 4-month-old son, who died in April 2022.
Border Agents Spotted 'Irregularities' in a Shipment of Squash. Then, They Found 11,000 Pounds of Meth Worth $18 Million.
U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced they seized 12,000 pounds of meth that was hidden in a recent squash shipment.
Former Mexican Cop Caught Smuggling Over 60 Pounds of Meth into the United States
A former Mexican police officer pleaded guilty to attempting to transport more than 60 pounds of methamphetamines into the U.S., authorities said.
Florida Teen Accused of Murdering His Father Before Killing Alleged Accomplice 3 Days Later
A teen in Florida is accused of killing his father in 2022 and then, three days later, killing the man who allegedly helped him commit the crime.
Authorities Launch Investigation into Who Supplied Ketamine to Matthew Perry Before His Death
An investigation was launched to determine the origin of the ketamine that played a role in 'Friends' star Matthew Perry's death, according to reports.
Blood Ties: Alabama Sisters Arrested in Connection with Murder-for-Hire Scheme to Kill Son-in-Law
Three sisters in Alabama have been accused of plotting a murder-for-hire scheme to kill one of their son-in-laws.
NYC Woman Charged with Murder After Boyfriend's Dying Claim, 'She Stabbed Me': Cops
Police say a Harlem woman was charged with murder after her boyfriend's fingered her as the alleged assailant before he died.
Former Kentucky Prosecutor Accepted Bribes, Including Meth and Sexual Favors, from Defendants: Plea Agreement
A former Kentucky prosecutor pleaded guilty to fraud in connection with accepting bribes from defendants he was prosecuting, officials said.
Seattle Man Allegedly High on PCP Blamed 'Demons' for Telling Him to Fatally Shoot 9-Month-Old Son: Police
A Seattle man was allegedly high on PCP when he fatally shot his son because 'demons' told him to, officials allegedd.
TikTok Influencer Accused of Peddling Mislabeled Ozempic, Other Weight Loss Drugs on Social Media
Beraly Navarro on TikTok has been accused of selling fake Ozempic and other weight loss drugs to her followers.
Suzanne Morphew Death Ruled Homicide, Autopsy Reveals Cause Nearly 4 Years After Mother's Day Disappearance
The death of Suzanne Morphew, who went missing in May 2020, was ruled a homicide, according to autopsy results released by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation.
Suspect Arrested After Homeless Transgender Woman Found Murdered Outside Miami City Ballet Building
A homeless transgender woman was found beat to death on the streets of Miami. Now, police say suspect has been arrested.
South Carolina Teacher Accused of Offering Drugs and Alcohol to Teen Student in Front of Her Young Kids, Who Then Ratted Her Out
Former South Carolina teacher accused of giving drugs and alcohol to teen student in front of her young children.
‘Not an Accident’: Ohio Man Accused of Fatally Shooting His Teen Daughter, Tried to Blame it on His Autistic Stepson
Ohio father accused of fatally shooting his teen daughter and then trying to blame it on his autistic stepson.
Florida Man Allegedly Accused of Shoplifting, so He Pulled out Gun and Fatally Shot 2 People, Injured Another: Police
Florida man accused of shoplifting by gas station employee, so he reportedly pulled out a gun and fatally shot 2 people, officials said.
Florida Man Allegedly Met Underage Girl on Social Media. Then, He Kidnapped, Drugged and Sexually Assaulted Her, Cops Say.
A man in Florida is accused of kidnapping an underage girl he met on social media, then drugging and sexually assaulting her.
Mommy Dearest: Indiana Mother and Daughter Sentenced for String of Bank Robberies
A mother-daughter duo in Indiana has been sentenced for a string of bank robberies in 2022, officials said.
Teen in 'Active Shooter' Sweatshirt Accused of Fatal Shooting During Robbery Gone Bad
Missouri man wearing 'Active Shooter' sweatshirt accused of fatally shooting man during botched robbery.
Kidnapped Woman Held and Tortured for Months Flees Captor at Florida Walgreens: Police
A Florida woman was allegedly held captive and tortured for months before escaping at a Walgreens recently, police said.