Saturday, December 16, 2023

"Detroit Police Commissioner Found in Car with Prostitute, Seeks Assistance from Deputies" 

A Detroit Police Board of Commissioners member, Bryan Ferguson, has resigned amidst scandal after being caught engaging with a prostitute in his car and subsequently requesting assistance from officers. Representing District 1 for the DPBC and serving as the former chair of Detroit's police oversight board, Ferguson made the announcement following the revelation of his involvement with a sex worker on Wednesday morning.

Detroit Police Commissioner Caught in Car with Prostitute, asks Deputies to "Help Him Out"

Expressing gratitude for the opportunity to serve the residents of Detroit in police oversight, Ferguson stated, "After further consideration of the best interests of my family and the Board, I am choosing to resign as District 1 Police Commissioner effective immediately."

Undercover narcotics agents from the Wayne County Sheriff’s Department observed Ferguson involved in a lewd act with a known sex worker at approximately 7:15 a.m. on Wednesday. Captain Jason Bates recounted that Ferguson, upon being discovered, identified himself as a Detroit police commissioner and requested assistance, stating his position. Bates emphasized that titles or positions do not exempt individuals from the law.

Ferguson, however, asserted that the allegations were a "big misunderstanding" and claimed to have nothing to hide. He described the situation as rough, explaining that the woman, whom he professed not to know, approached his truck unexpectedly.

Despite Ferguson's protestations, he received a misdemeanor citation for indecent or obscene conduct involving a sex act with a prostitute, according to Bates. Earlier, Ferguson had hinted at stepping away from the board, and he formalized his resignation on Thursday.

The Detroit Police Board of Commissioners did not immediately respond to inquiries from The Post regarding the incident.


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 Texas Resident in $16 Home Forced to Leave After 8 Months

Kenneth Robinson, known for residing in a $340,000 home in Flower Mound, Texas, for eight months after submitting a $16 filing fee under the law of "adverse possession," has been ordered to vacate the property. Robinson claimed the right to occupy the home after the owner abandoned it due to foreclosure, and the mortgage company reportedly went out of business. A judge in Denton County ruled in favor of the current lienholder, Bank of America, allowing them to remove Robinson from the property.

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Despite gaining local fame and creating a website and eBook about his unconventional living situation, Robinson complied with the court's decision and moved out. Adverse possession, a common law concept developed in the 1800s, allows individuals to claim clear title to a property after publicly occupying it for a specific period, usually ten years. The growing number of abandoned homes resulting from the foreclosure crisis has led to increased interest in adverse possession.

While some websites provide instructions on how to pursue adverse possession, critics argue that taking another's property without payment is an un-American notion. The National Association of Realtors stated that adverse possession is not common and not on their radar. Despite the legal aspects, ethical concerns arise, with some asserting that what may be legally permissible is not necessarily ethically right. Robinson's former neighbors criticized his actions, suggesting that if he wanted the house, he should have purchased it like everyone else. Critics emphasize the importance of respecting property rights, even in challenging circumstances.


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Nicholas' death was entirely– excruciatingly – needless and avoidable. We will get justice for him, the other children and their families.” Authorities discovered a trap floor and drugs hidden in the Bronx day care center where a 1-year-old boy died of a suspected fentanyl overdose, the NYPD said.

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Friday, December 15, 2023

 Transgender Individual, 42, Arrested for Filming Girls in School Restroom While Disguised as a Schoolgirl

A 42-year-old individual, self-identifying as transgender, has been apprehended by authorities in Peru for trespassing and filming inside a women's restroom at the 'Rosa de América Women's College' in Huancayo. The suspect, identified as Walter César Solís Caler, disguised himself as a schoolgirl, easily gaining access to the school premises without scrutiny. Once inside, he covertly recorded and took pictures of students.

42-Year-Old Man Disguises Himself As A Schoolgirl To Take Pictures Of Minors

The incident came to light when the vice principal noticed Caler using a cell phone on school grounds, a violation for all students. Attempting to address the infraction, she soon realized that Caler was not a student, leading to her alerting the principal and subsequently involving the police.

Upon inspecting Caler's phone, authorities discovered evidence of similar incidents at various other schools. A Twitter user shared the news along with a photo of Caler, who had concealed his face with a hat and a mask.

The police investigation is now examining whether the suspect is linked to a wider pedophile network. Outside the school, parents, informed of Caler's actions, gathered before the arrival of the police. When Caler was brought out, the enraged parents physically attacked him, prompting one father to even assault a police officer in his attempt to reach Caler. While the father was detained for questioning, the commanding police officer acknowledged the emotional nature of his actions given the circumstances.

Public Prosecutor María Gutiérrez Fernández, specializing in violence against women, expressed her intention to prosecute Caler. The school's principal, Ernesto Ronald Vílchez Cuadrado, voiced concerns about the possibility of a network employing similar tactics to infiltrate schools in the region.


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Payless Successfully Markets Discount Shoes at Luxury Prices

Payless ShoeSource executed a clever marketing stunt by creating a fake luxury brand called Palessi, enticing fashion influencers to pay exorbitant markups of up to 1,800 percent for the retailer's shoes. The bargain store set up a temporary, high-end store in Los Angeles, featuring gold mannequins and a statue, and invited 60 influencers to its launch party. These fashion insiders, recruited from the street and social media, unknowingly paid prices ranging from $200 to $645 for shoes typically sold by Payless for $19.99 to $39.99.

Payless sold discount shoes at luxury prices — and it worked

The influencers praised the supposed luxury brand's design and quality, unaware that the shoes were from Payless. The elaborate prank aimed to challenge perceptions and remind consumers of Payless's combination of stylish relevance and affordability. The participants were later informed of the stunt, and while they received refunds, they were allowed to keep the shoes.

DCX Growth Accelerator, the advertising agency behind the campaign, strategically chose the name Palessi, playing on the cachet of Italian design. The campaign's goal was to bring Payless back to its roots of appealing to pragmatic American consumers, highlighting the contrast with elite fashion brand prices. The stunt underscores the power of branding in shaping perceived value and resonating with cultural codes, according to Doug Cameron, DCX Chief Creative Officer. The campaign, featuring stunned influencers, is set to air on cable networks throughout the holiday season.


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"Amazon's Alexa Records and Sends Private Conversation to Random Contact"

Despite Amazon's assurances that its Echo devices only record conversations when triggered by the wake word "Alexa," a Portland resident, Danielle, discovered otherwise. She requested an investigation after an Alexa device recorded a private conversation between her and her husband, sending it to a random contact in their address book without permission. Danielle received a call from her husband's colleague, warning them that they were being hacked and to unplug their Alexa devices immediately.

Amazon's Alexa recorded private conversations and sent them to random contact

Initially skeptical, Danielle realized the severity of the situation when the colleague mentioned details from their conversation about hardwood floors. Feeling invaded and questioning her trust in the device, Danielle decided never to use it again. Amazon confirmed the incident, apologized and termed it an "extremely rare occurrence."

In an updated statement, Amazon explained that the Echo device mistakenly woke up due to a word resembling "Alexa" in the background conversation. The subsequent conversation was misconstrued as a "send message" request, leading Alexa to ask aloud, "To whom?" The background conversation was then interpreted as a name in the user's contact list, and Alexa asked, "[contact name], right?" Amazon acknowledged the improbability of this sequence of events and stated they were exploring options to minimize such incidents.

Despite Amazon's insistence that this was a malfunction rather than evidence of constant listening, the company has filed patent applications for features involving continuous listening, such as an algorithm to analyze when users say they "love" or "bought" something. The patent included a scenario where individuals having a phone conversation received separate targeted advertisements afterward.


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Thursday, December 14, 2023

Florida Homeowner Discovers $38K in Damages as Squatters Vandalize Property Upon Eviction 

Upon checking her home in Jacksonville before putting it up for sale, Pattie Peeples encountered an unexpected and troubling situation. Discovering two individuals inside her residence, claiming to be tenants, Peeples was informed that they had allegedly signed a lease and had a right to be there. The situation escalated when Peeples found a dog and ten puppies on the porch.

Squatter Cause $38,000 in Damages & Kick Homeowner Out of Her Own House

Despite involving the police, Peeples was informed that it was a civil matter, and law enforcement could not intervene. Determined to address the issue, Peeples initiated a formal eviction process through the courts. After weeks of legal proceedings, the court ordered the sheriff to remove the alleged squatters.

In the 24-hour notice period before their eviction, the individuals vanished, leaving Peeples to reclaim her property. However, the home had suffered extensive damage amounting to $38,000, including holes in the walls and cabinets torn out.

Peeples suspects that the alleged squatters intentionally vandalized the property as an act of revenge before departing. Highlighting the vulnerability of leaving a house vacant in the current real estate market, Peeples emphasizes the risk of attracting squatters, regardless of the location in the United States.


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Texas Woman Receives Death Sentence for Fatally Assaulting Pregnant Friend and Abducting Unborn Child 

A 29-year-old Texas woman, Taylor Rene Parker, has been sentenced to death for the 2020 murder of her pregnant friend, Reagan Simmons-Hancock, and the abduction of the unborn baby, Braxlynn Sage Hancock. The Bowie County jury deliberated for less than an hour before finding Parker guilty of capital murder by terror threat or other felony last month. The recent sentencing comes after the jury determined that Parker posed a continuing threat to society, and there were no significant mitigating circumstances in her background.

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During the trial, several family members of the victim provided victim impact statements. Reagan's sister, Emily Simmons, expressed the pain of losing her sister and how it affected important life events like her upcoming wedding. Reagan's mother, Jessica Brooks, directly addressed Parker, describing her as an "evil piece of flesh demon" and highlighting the brutal act of tearing her daughter open and taking the baby.

First Assistant District Attorney Kelley Crisp recounted the gruesome murder scene in her closing statement, emphasizing the horrific circumstances and the mother's fight for her child. The court heard details of the murder, involving over 100 stab wounds, defensive wounds on the victim's hands, a fractured skull, and other injuries inflicted with various objects.

The investigation began when Hancock's mother discovered her daughter's lifeless body on October 9, 2020, with a large amount of blood throughout the house. Parker was apprehended less than an hour later, holding a newborn infant, and claiming it as her own. However, medical personnel determined that Parker had not given birth to the child.

Prosecutors argued that Parker's motive was to steal Reagan's baby to maintain a lie she had told her boyfriend about being pregnant. The brutal nature of the crime and the extensive injuries inflicted on the victim played a significant role in the jury's decision to sentence Parker to death.

Judge John Tidwell formally sentenced Parker to death, stating, "You have been found guilty of capital murder and punished by Texas law to death. I formally sentence you to death." Parker has been taken to death row following the sentencing.


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Recording Reveals Trump Discussing Classified Document Retained Post-White House Exit 

Former President Donald Trump is facing increased scrutiny as federal prosecutors have reportedly obtained an audio recording from a summer 2021 meeting where Trump acknowledges holding a classified Pentagon document related to a potential attack on Iran. This revelation contradicts Trump's claim that he had declassified all relevant material upon leaving the White House.

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Multiple sources familiar with the investigation have stated that the recording indicates Trump was aware of retaining classified information after his presidency but was cautious about the limitations on his ability to declassify records post-presidency. Although CNN has not listened to the recording, sources describe Trump's comments as suggesting a desire to share the information.

Special counsel Jack Smith, leading the Justice Department investigation, is focusing on this meeting as part of the criminal inquiry into Trump's handling of national security secrets. Prosecutors have questioned witnesses, including General Mark Milley, one of the highest-ranking national security officials from the Trump era.

The meeting occurred in July 2021 at Trump's golf club in New Jersey, involving individuals working on the autobiography of Trump's former chief of staff, Mark Meadows. The attendees lacked security clearances, and the discussion reportedly revolved around a document related to an alleged plan to attack Iran.

While Meadows' autobiography recounts a similar meeting, Trump's reference to a document allegedly prepared by Milley is disputed. Investigators have questioned Milley about the incident, and the recording is considered crucial evidence in a potential case against Trump.

The revelation comes amid Trump's third bid for the presidency, raising questions about his legal exposure. Trump has denied any wrongdoing, attributing leaks to political motives and calling the Justice Department's investigation shameful interference in the election.

The investigation has shown signs of nearing completion, although no criminal charges have been filed yet. The recording, capturing Trump discussing a classified document, sheds light on both his actions at Mar-a-Lago and the events in Bedminster a year earlier.

Trump's various explanations for the handling of declassified documents have raised concerns. His legal team has provided conflicting statements, ranging from a standing declassification order to documents being inadvertently packed up at the end of the administration. The lack of clarity on the declassification process remains a focal point in the ongoing investigation.


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Wednesday, December 13, 2023

Heroic Ascent: Man Climbs 19-Story Building Like Spider-Man to Rescue Bedridden Mother

 The individual who successfully climbed a blazing 19-story building in West Philadelphia last week wasn't attempting to flee the inferno, contrary to initial assumptions.

The man, known only as Jermaine, undertook this daring feat to rescue his bedridden mother on the 15th floor, all while nursing an injured hip. In an interview with CNN affiliate WPVI, the 35-year-old hero shared that he received a distress call from his sister on Thursday night, informing him that their mother was trapped in her apartment building engulfed in flames.

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Upon arriving at the scene, Jermaine attempted to access the building through the front door, but it was obstructed by the police. Despite being denied entry due to non-functional elevators, Jermaine insisted he could use the stairs, to which the officers responded, "We can't let you in."

Driven by the unwavering determination to save his mother, Jermaine, who had injured his hip earlier that day, relied on sheer adrenaline. Armed with wire cutters, he scaled the balconies, navigating through the fenced-in structure. Describing his ascent, Jermaine explained, "When I grabbed a gate, at the top of the gate, there was a ledge. Then I could step on top of the ledge and reach up to the other gate and keep climbing my way up."

His primary concern was his mother's safety, emphasizing, "She can't get out of the bed or walk around, so if there's a fire, she needs help out." Upon reaching his mother, Jermaine discovered that she was unharmed, and the fire was under control. He expressed, "She was more shocked. She's not surprised by the things that I do for her. She knows I'll go over and beyond for her."

The fire was reportedly initiated by a malfunctioning trash compactor, leading to four individuals and three firefighters being treated for smoke inhalation. Jermaine descended the building as effortlessly as he ascended, with his descent captured on video and widely shared online. He anticipated potential arrest upon reaching the ground, but a police officer, understanding the circumstances, informed him that no crime had been committed.

Reflecting on the incident, Jermaine acknowledged the leniency shown by the police officer, stating, "He did cut me a break. He understood the circumstances. He knew—when your adrenaline is pumping and your mom is up there, you're thinking she's dying—you'd do anything you can."


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 'We Share Love': The Reason Behind a Mexican Mayor's Marriage to an Alligator

The mayor of San Pedro Huamelula in Mexico, Victor Hugo Sosa, recently participated in an unusual union, marrying a reptile named Alicia Adriana as part of an ancestral ritual aimed at bringing prosperity to his community, reports AFP. San Pedro Huamelula is a town predominantly inhabited by the Indigenous Chontal people.

Mexican Mayor Marries An Alligator

Local tradition refers to the reptile as "the princess girl." This unique form of matrimony, spanning 230 years, commemorates the day when two Indigenous groups established peace through a symbolic marriage. According to the custom, a Chontal king, now represented by the mayor, wed a princess girl from the Huave Indigenous group, symbolized by the caiman.

The union is believed to establish a connection with the earth's emblem, seeking blessings from the all-powerful for essential elements like rain, seed germination, and overall peace and harmony for the Chontal community, explains Jaime Zarate, a chronicler of San Pedro Huamelula.

Before the ceremony, AFP notes that the reptile is paraded from house to house, adorned with a ribboned headdress, allowing residents to hold her and partake in a dance. Her snout is securely bound. Subsequently, she is dressed in a white bridal costume and transported to the town hall for the unique ceremonial event.


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 Children Aged 5-10 Placed in Care Following Discovery at Drag Party with Deceased Trans Woman, Drugs, and Sex Toys in Cluttered Residence

Four children, aged five to 10, have been placed in protective care following a distressing incident in a squalid Boston apartment. First responders discovered the lifeless body of a black trans woman amidst a disturbing scene of sex toys and drugs.

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Emergency services were alerted by an unconscious person report at 11 am last Saturday. Upon arrival, they encountered six adults, seemingly men dressed as women, who were uncooperative and denied the presence of children in the residence. The kids were ultimately found in a cramped room, concealed by an adult man wearing a wig, amid filth and a pervasive stench.

City Councilor Erin Murphy revealed that the partygoers tried to impede a firefighter from discovering the children. "When he opened the door, he saw four children and what I believe are two adults in the back room, and it was really disturbing to him," Murphy conveyed, emphasizing the children appeared frightened.

Authorities are treating the incident as a death investigation resulting from cardiac arrest, and no arrests have been made as of Wednesday. The apartment exhibited hoarding, extreme uncleanliness, and an abundance of sex toys and drug paraphernalia. The children were promptly removed from the hazardous environment and placed under the care of child protective services, where their physical and mental well-being was evaluated.

The nature of the relationship between adults and children remains unclear. The police report indicated no suspicion of alcohol or drug consumption, although the deceased woman's cause of death is yet to be determined. At-Large City Councilor Michael Flaherty asserted that the woman found on the floor likely succumbed to an overdose. He also mentioned the discovery of a man in a wig claiming to be the father of the children.

Neighbors expressed trauma over the incident, describing the scene as disturbing. Safety concerns were raised, with one resident stating she hadn't felt secure in the apartment complex for years, emphasizing the need for increased police presence. Another neighbor mourned the loss of the deceased woman, a friend of her neighbor, describing the situation as very sad.

The Massachusetts Department of Children and Families was notified due to the apartment's conditions, prompting an investigation. Council President Ed Flynn labeled the discovery as "inhumane and horrific," highlighting the need for oversight of housing inspections and eviction practices. The Boston City Council is scheduled to convene to address the situation, ascertain the details, and explore ways to enhance living conditions in public housing in Boston.


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