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A lawsuit in Texas accuses NFL player Jimmie Ward of sexually and physically assaulting his partner while under the influence of methamphetamine, with their 3-year-old child present, amid multiple arrests related to domestic incidents.
A Connecticut pastor was arrested on charges of selling crystal meth out of his church's rectory, with police finding him in possession of the drug in rock form and as a liquid in a hypodermic needle. The pastor faces multiple charges and was released on bail, with a court appearance scheduled for February 23.
A Connecticut pastor from a United Methodist Church in Woodbury was arrested for allegedly selling crystal meth out of the church's rectory after police received a tip about the drugs. The pastor faces charges including possession of narcotics with intent to sell and possession of a controlled substance. He was released on bail and is scheduled to appear in court later this month.
Reverend Herbert Irving Miller of Woodbury United Methodist Church in Connecticut was arrested for dealing crystal meth and charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession with intent to sell, use of drug paraphernalia, illegal operation of a motor vehicle, and operating an unregistered motor vehicle. His bond was set at $10,000, and he is scheduled to appear in court on February 23.
Mexican cartels have flooded Montana with fentanyl and meth by targeting Native American reservations, taking advantage of limited law enforcement and the high demand for drugs in remote areas. The cartels initially target Native Americans, turning them into addicts by giving away an initial supply of drugs. The vast remoteness of Montana and legal loopholes on Native American land make it difficult for law enforcement to combat the trafficking. The overdose death rate among Native Americans in Montana is more than twice that of white residents, and some tribes have formed vigilante groups to fight back against the surge in violent crime and drug trafficking.
Samantha Jo Petersen is facing nearly two dozen criminal charges, including eight counts of criminal vehicular homicide, after crashing into an Amish buggy, killing two children and injuring two others. Petersen's twin sister initially claimed responsibility for the crash, but evidence including bodycam footage and text messages revealed that Petersen was the driver and had her sister take the fall. Petersen, who was allegedly high on meth at the time of the crash, faces significant prison time if convicted.
Authorities in the San Diego area discovered over $10 million worth of cocaine and meth hidden in a shipment of jalapeño paste. The seizure included more than 3,000 pounds of methamphetamine and over 500 pounds of cocaine. The driver of the commercial tractor-trailer was turned over to Homeland Security Investigations for further processing.
A man in Florida decided to harass an alligator on the side of the road, even putting his arm in its mouth. The alligator eventually retaliated, biting the man's leg and causing him pain. Wildlife officials may now attempt to capture the "violent and dangerous" alligator. The incident, likely fueled by drugs, has garnered humorous comments online.
The ongoing shortage of ADHD medications, such as Adderall, is driving some adults with ADHD to turn to methamphetamine as a way to manage their symptoms. People with ADHD often find that meth helps them focus, but using the illegal drug comes with significant risks, including addiction and overdose. The shortage of ADHD medications, coupled with limited access to mental health care, is leaving many adults with ADHD without proper treatment options, leading them to seek alternatives like meth. The situation highlights the need for better resources and support for individuals with ADHD to prevent them from turning to dangerous substances.
A study conducted by the University of Washington found that 98% of TriMet surfaces tested positive for low levels of meth, while 25% of air samples and 46% of surface samples tested positive for low levels of fentanyl. TriMet, the public transportation agency in Portland, Oregon, is taking action to combat drug use by increasing security personnel, updating their code to address illicit drugs, and implementing updated procedures for dealing with drug use on board. The concentration of drugs detected was deemed to be extremely low and not harmful to riders and operators, according to a medical toxicologist. The Portland City Council has also recently passed a ban on the open use of drugs, with violators facing fines or jail time.
Jason Curtis Caldwell has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for running a multi-drug distribution operation out of his car shop in Houston. Caldwell pleaded guilty to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute fentanyl and was found to have sold kilogram amounts of meth and counterfeit opiate pills containing fentanyl. He supplied meth to another individual who distributed counterfeit opiate pills containing meth, and also sold counterfeit pills to two other individuals. Caldwell was released on bond after his initial arrest but has now been taken into custody pending transfer to a U.S. Bureau of Prisons facility.
Christina Bennett, an Albuquerque mother, will remain in jail until her trial for the alleged killing of her 4-month-old daughter. Prosecutors argued that Bennett was using meth around her infant, and an autopsy showed meth in the baby's blood. Despite the defense's claim of insufficient evidence, the judge ruled that the state had met its burden and ordered Bennett to have no contact with her 12-year-old child. Bennett is also undergoing a mental competency evaluation in two other cases.
Denise Russo, known for her appearance on VH1's "The X-Life," died from an accidental overdose of fentanyl and methamphetamine. The 44-year-old was found unresponsive in a friend's home in San Diego, with drug paraphernalia present at the scene. Denise had previously been homeless and living in her car.
A Florida couple left their 2-year-old daughter in a car for 15 hours in 80-degree heat, resulting in her death. The couple's 4-year-old child was also left in the car but managed to escape and is in the custody of child protective services. The mother initially lied to the police but later confessed that she forgot about her sleeping children and left them in the car. The parents were arrested and charged with child neglect, possession of meth, and possession of drug paraphernalia. This is the fourth child to die after being left in a hot car in 2023.
Bam Margera's brother, Jess, claims that the former pro skateboarder is on a meth addiction "meltdown," causing him to hallucinate and become unrecognizable. Jess also expressed concern for Bam's new girlfriend and her child, who are reportedly with him. Bam is facing an arrest warrant for assaulting his brother, and has dealt with multiple legal and personal issues in recent years, including substance abuse and restraining orders. Representatives for Bam declined to comment.