Georgia homeowner fatally shoots 3 teens during attempted armed robbery.

A homeowner in Conyers, Georgia, shot and killed three masked teenage intruders at 4 a.m. when one drew a weapon—no charges filed so far under state "stand your ground" laws.

👉 Read the full report: CNN sourced via WSET (Rockdale County Sheriff's Office)

🕵️‍♂️ What Happened

🔪 Victims & Aftermath

⚖️ Legal Status & Stand Your Ground

🧠 Community Reaction & Context

TL;DR SMH America 🤦‍♂️😏☕

• In the early morning hours, a Conyers homeowner shot and killed three masked teens attempting armed robbery.

• One teen fired at the residents; the homeowner returned fire with a rifle.

• Georgia’s “stand your ground” law shields the homeowner from prosecution; no charges filed.

• Neighbors and legal analysts debate what this means for community safety responses to firearms.

Walgreens Manager Sentenced to 12 Years for Orchestrating Inside‑Job Robberies in Chinatown

Insider breach shakes D.C.’s Chinatown and raises public safety alarms

Michael Robinson, a former manager at the Walgreens on 7th & H St NW, was sentenced on July 23, 2025, to 147 months (12¼ years) in federal prison for his role in organizing seven armed robberies at the store between July 2023 and February 2024. Robinson, along with another manager, exploited insider information to carry out the crimes with accomplices who used firearms to seize nearly $29,000 from the business, all while leveraging surveillance knowledge to stage authenticity (The Washington Post).

🧾 Scheme Breakdown

• Inside access exploited: Robinson and co-conspirator and fellow manga, er, London Teeter knew cash delivery schedules, guard shifts, and camera setups. They fed that info to Robinson’s nephew Gianni, who then relayed it to the armed robber, Kamanye Williams (Department of Justice).

• Staged authenticity: On-duty managers pretended to be robbery victims; they reviewed footage and even instructed Williams to assault Robinson to make future incidents look more real (Department of Justice).

• Violent escalation: In one February 2024 robbery, Williams was shot by a security guard after stealing over $4,000—and later stole firearms from Special Police Officers posted at the store (Department of Justice).

⚖️ Legal Fallout & Penalties

• Charges admitted: Robinson pled guilty in March to Hobbs Act conspiracy and using a firearm during a violent crime. He must pay $7,245.75 in restitution and serve five years of supervised release post-prison (Department of Justice).

• Others await sentencing: Co-defendants—including Teeter, Gianni Robinson, and Williams—are still facing sentencing proceedings (Department of Justice).

🌆 Broader Impact

The crime ring rattled Washington’s Chinatown—where local businesses, the Capital One Arena, and tourist traffic were already under stress post-pandemic. The feeling of vulnerability escalated tensions, prompting public debate about safety in the district and even a brief arena relocation threat from Monumental Sports CEO Ted Leonsis over crime concerns (The Washington Post).

🔍 SMH Takeaway: When the Enemy Lives Inside

This case is a chilling reminder: sometimes, the greatest threat comes not from outside—but from trusted insiders. A store manager turned facilitator turned thief, robbing the community while helping orchestrate violence and deception.

It’s more than a crime story—it’s a cautionary tale about trust, oversight, and the breakdown of corporate security layered inside vulnerable communities.

😐🇺🇸 #SMHAmerica #InsideJob

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A group of individuals, alleged to be migrants, were apprehended in the Bronx during the early hours of Monday for a series of criminal activities across New York City, which notably involved snatching phones from women, the police revealed.

Acting on a search warrant, the New York Police Department conducted an operation at a suspected hideout, leading to the arrests of seven individuals. The apprehended suspects are anticipated to face charges related to numerous robberies and grand larcenies, with ongoing efforts to locate additional individuals involved.

Authorities have indicated that all suspects are believed to originate from Venezuela. According to law enforcement officials, these men have been connected to a string of incidents amounting to at least 62 cases where women had their belongings, including phones, grabbed from them. The modus operandi involved the suspects swiftly approaching their victims, primarily women walking alone, seizing their phones or purses, and making a swift escape.

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Florida Single Mom Falls Victim to Elaborate Scam: Concrete Driveway Stolen After Putting Home on Market, Leaving Her with $10k Replacement Bill 

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Amanda Brochu listed her home in Apopka, Florida, for sale in December. Soon after, individuals arrived at her $289,000 property, attempting to measure her concrete driveway. One contractor revealed that a person named Andre had inquired about a driveway replacement quote at Brochu's address but backed out when asked for payment and proof of ownership.

As Brochu was preparing to leave for the holidays, she received a doorbell camera notification that crews were tearing up her driveway. Upon her return, she found her driveway gone, having fallen victim to a scam where scammers enlist contractors to work on homes, leaving the homeowner responsible for the bill.

The contractor Brochu confronted showed her text messages indicating that Andre had received a $7,200 quote for driveway replacement and had agreed to it but claimed he couldn't provide the deposit. Brochu contacted the Orange County Sheriff's Office, leading to an attempt to contact Andre.

Initially, Andre denied the accusations and hung up on the police, later stating it was a mistake and providing them with a supposed contractor's number, which turned out to be the Orlando airport's phone number. Subsequently, her driveway was removed, leaving a dirt track.

Unable to afford the $10,000 replacement cost, Brochu sought help. A local radio sponsor, upon learning about the incident, offered to replace the driveway for free. Brochu plans to donate the funds raised from her GoFundMe to charity.

Brochu's real estate agent, Rocki Sanchez, expressed shock at the situation and learned it might be part of a scam. The four-bedroom, two-bathroom house is currently listed on Zillow for $289,990, with a commitment to install a new driveway before closing.

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Upon returning to the same ATM, Mularky withdrew $60, only to notice the same individual present again. Sensing something amiss, he proceeded with another withdrawal, and the suspicious man approached closely. The aftermath revealed multiple unauthorized withdrawals totaling $1,640 from Mularky's account.

Several other victims shared similar experiences, recounting encounters with the glued card reader and subsequent unauthorized transactions. Despite the victims' pleas, Chase Bank dismissed their claims, asserting that there was no evidence of a scam. The bank contended that customers had authorized the withdrawals.

Frustrated by the lack of assistance, Mularky undertook his investigation. He observed the same suspect lingering near the ATM and covertly recorded a video of the individual engaging in the scam with someone else. However, even armed with this evidence, Chase Bank initially refused to acknowledge it as proof of Mularky's victimization.

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