All articles tagged with #detainment
Kelley Wolf, ex-wife of actor Scott Wolf, was detained in Utah following a 911 call reporting a family fight at their home, shortly after their divorce was announced. The call and subsequent events suggest ongoing family issues, with Kelley claiming abuse and sharing her distress publicly.
AstraZeneca has confirmed that Leon Wang, the executive vice president and head of its operations in China, has been detained by Chinese authorities as part of a broader investigation.
Bryan Hagerich, a Pennsylvania man, returned home after being detained in Turks and Caicos for having stray ammunition in his luggage, a crime punishable by up to 12 years. He was released with a suspended 52-month sentence and a $6,500 fine. Hagerich expressed relief and gratitude for the support from lawmakers and emphasized the need for the release of other detained Americans.
FOX Nation debuted a special called "Prisoner of Putin," which examines the life and resilience of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich while detained in Russia on dubious espionage charges. Friends and colleagues are working to keep his story in the news, emphasizing his innocence and the injustice of his situation. Gershkovich's detention has been extended, and efforts continue to secure his safe return home.
The parents of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who has been detained in Russia on espionage charges for a year, express optimism and gratitude for the U.S. government's efforts to secure his release. Despite facing up to 20 years in prison if convicted, Gershkovich's parents are encouraged by recent statements from Russian President Vladimir Putin suggesting a potential prisoner swap. The Wall Street Journal's Editor-in-Chief also believes in Gershkovich's eventual release and emphasizes the importance of keeping his story in the public eye. Gershkovich's parents continue to receive updates on him and maintain hope for his return home.
Denton Loudermill, a Kansas City Chiefs fan, was wrongly identified as a gunman in the deadly shooting at the team's Super Bowl victory parade. He was detained for being intoxicated and not moving away from the crime scene but was released without being arrested or cited. His lawyer emphasized that he had nothing to do with the shooting and has received death threats due to misinformation. Two minors have been charged in connection with the shooting, which left one person dead and 22 others injured.
Aleksei Navalny's political allies confirmed his death, with his mother receiving an official notification. Russian officials transferred his body from a penal colony to a town for examination, but his family is still waiting for its release. Navalny's supporters were detained as they mourned his death, indicating the Kremlin's attempt to prevent the event from becoming a political catalyst.
Courtney Vandersloot, former teammate of Brittney Griner, shared new details about Griner's arrest and detainment in Russia. Griner's absence from practice initially went unnoticed, but when she didn't respond to teammates' texts, concerns grew. Five days later, the team was informed of Griner's arrest for drug possession. It took almost a year for Griner to be released. The true amount of drugs was revealed to be no more than two vape cartridges, causing tension between the Russians and Americans on the team. As Russia invaded Ukraine, foreign players were advised to leave, leaving Griner behind.
American basketball player Brittney Griner was detained in a Russian women's prison for nearly 10 months on drug charges. Her case garnered international attention and led to diplomatic efforts to secure her release. Griner's detainment was part of a surge of arrests of Americans in Russia during the tense period leading up to the war with Ukraine. After months of legal and diplomatic maneuvering, Griner was eventually released and exchanged for Viktor Bout, a notorious arms dealer held in a US prison. The details of the events leading to Griner's arrest and the efforts to secure her freedom have been disclosed, shedding light on the complex and delicate nature of international detainment cases.
Moscow has detained a US journalist for allegedly engaging in the targeted collection of military information. The journalist's arrest highlights the ongoing tensions between Russia and the United States, as well as concerns over press freedom and the treatment of journalists in Russia.
A 60-year-old man, Michael Van Bree, was detained after breaching security at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport when a firearm was detected in his carry-on bag during the TSA screening process. Van Bree attempted to enter the secure area with the bag containing the firearm but was located on a Southwest flight to Chicago-Midway. Passengers were deplaned, and Van Bree was detained without incident. Normal operations resumed after passengers were rescreened, and Van Bree was cited for carrying a concealed weapon.
A person was detained after breaching security at the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport during the TSA screening process. The individual was located on a Southwest flight to Chicago-Midway, resulting in the deplaning of passengers. Screening and departing flight operations resumed as normal after the incident, with no further impacts reported.
Lansing police chief and mayor apologize after officers detain a 12-year-old boy in handcuffs, mistaking him for a suspect wanted in a suspected vehicle theft. The incident, captured on video and shared on social media, sparked outrage. The police department explained that it was a case of mistaken identity and released the boy once they realized he was not the suspect. The family's lawyers are exploring legal options and calling for accountability to prevent similar incidents in the future.
A man driving a stolen SUV struck a group of pedestrians in New York City while attempting to flee from police. Ten people were injured but are expected to survive, with the most severe injury being a fractured ankle. Bystanders detained the 20-year-old driver until officers arrived. The investigation is ongoing.
WNBA star Brittney Griner says it's overwhelming to return to public life after being detained in Russia for nearly 300 days. She has been reintegrating into life in the US, meeting with President Joe Biden, attending the Met Gala, and preparing for the season ahead with the Phoenix Mercury. Griner has said she will never go overseas to play again. The Mercury head coach Vanessa Nygaard said the team will offer mental health support to the center.