Migrant accused of lighting woman on fire charged
Police say 57-year-old Debrina Kawam, a resident of Toms River, New Jersey, was sleeping on the train when Sebastian Zapeta set her on fire and watched her burn.
Alleged California children's hospital shooting threat deemed a hoax: Sheriff
Chaos unfolded at a children's hospital in Southern California after reports of an armed person possibly being at the scene.
Alleged kidnapping attempt thwarted after victim slipped witness an SOS note at Utah gas station
Epigmenio Bustillos Marquez, 53, was arrested on Saturday, March 8, and booked on multiple charges.
FBI warning smishing texts: New threat includes hack targeting iPhone users
The Federal Bureau of Investigation has long cautioned against smishing text scams. However, a new threat now aims to trap even more victims.
‘Smishing’ scam texts are still a threat: What to know
The FBI, FTC and cybersecurity experts have warned of ongoing threats focusing on unpaid toll and delivery service scams. Here’s what you need to know.
Sudiksha Konanki disappearance: Clothing of missing American student found on beach
The search for missing University of Pittsburgh student Sudiksha Konanki led to a new development on the beach where she vanished.
Suspected serial killer Rex Heuermann in court for hearing on evidence
On Wednesday, the judge scheduled a pretrial hearing to decide whether DNA evidence connecting Heuermann to hairs found at six crime scenes should be considered admissible. FOX 5 NY's Jessica Formoso has the latest.
Police look for suspects linked to 4 robberies in the Bronx
Police say the suspects were on bikes targeting people in the Bronx, ripping off their chains and riding away.
Joshua Riibe named ‘person of interest’ in Dominican Republic disappearance case: sheriff
The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office has named a "person of interest" as the search continues for a college student missing in the Dominican Republic. This development comes amid a new video being shared in the investigation.
Chicago O'Hare Airport shooting: Man wounded outside terminal after altercation
A man was shot early Wednesday outside a Chicago O'Hare International Airport terminal following an altercation between multiple people, police said. Here's what we know.
21-year-old found with gunshot wound to the head in Williamsburg
The 21-year-old was found with a gunshot wound to the head and police say the gunman fled the scene on a scooter. The investigation remains ongoing.
Jersey Kebab ICE raid: Mother released on bond
Emine Emanet, a working mother and co-owner of family restaurant in South Jersey who was detained by ICE last month, has been released from a detention center in Elizabeth.
21-year-old man shot, killed in Brooklyn: NYPD
A 21-year-old man was shot in the head and killed outside of an auto body shop in Williamsburg on Tuesday afternoon.
FBI joins search for US student who vanished in Dominican Republic
Police in the Dominican Republic say the FBI has joined the search for a 20-year-old University of Pittsburgh student who went missing nearly a week ago while on spring break.
NYC judges letting violent perps go as much as 85% of the time: report
Judges in New York City are letting dozens of violent criminals back on the streets at a high rate, according to a new analysis.
Odell Beckham Jr., Druski respond to rape allegations in Diddy suit
Former New York Giants receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and comedian Druski are accused of participating in the sexual assault of a woman inside a California home in 2018.
Texas embalmer charged with castrating dead sex offender
A Houston woman who worked at a funeral home is accused of mutilating the body of a dead sex offender, according to the Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office.
Family speaks out after bruised boy, 3, dies after being dumped at Brooklyn hospital
According to the NYPD, officers responded to University Hospital at Downstate, where they found the unconscious and unresponsive boy with visible bruising on his body.
Dane Paulsen: Search for missing Oregon toddler enters 2nd week
The search for missing Oregon toddler Dane Paulsen has entered its second week, with authorities conducting extensive land and water searches.