Archive for December, 2008

Attorney: San Jose cop denies accusation he touched young woman inappropriately

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

San Jose police officer Julio Morales adamantly denies that he sexually touched a young woman a month ago while on duty, his lawyer said Wednesday.

Via: Crime

Santa Clara County officials tout progress in juvenile justice

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

With Santa Clara County criticized for foot-dragging on juvenile detention reform, Superior Court judges Wednesday took the unusual step of issuing a report highlighting delinquency court improvements this year.

Via: Crime

San Jose police seek mother in death of infant girl

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

A voluntary manslaughter arrest warrant has been issued for Christina Robledo, 23, whom police say rolled over in bed on top of her baby, smothering the infant.

Via: Crime

Lawsuit filed in dispute over use of Santa Cruz surf club logo

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

A group of old-school surfers has filed a federal lawsuit accusing Santa Cruz resident Ryan Rittenhouse of trademark infringement, elder abuse and a host of other underhanded activities.

Via: Crime

2 charged with exporting thermal cameras to China

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

LOS ANGELES — A man and his nephew made an initial appearance in federal court Wednesday on charges of conspiracy and illegally exporting sensitive technology to China.

Via: Crime

Was hospitalized UCSC student hazed?

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

A top California State Parks official confirmed Wednesday that authorities are investigating a severe hypothermia case at Bonny Doon Beach as a possible fraternity hazing incident.

Via: Crime

Sect leader gets decade in prison, refuses food

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

An apocalyptic religious sect leader has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for sexual misconduct with teenage female followers.

Via: msnbc.com: Crime & courts

Murders, shootings decline in Newark for 2nd year (AP)

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

AP - Murders and shootings apparently have declined in New Jersey’s largest city for the second consecutive year, an indication that its mayor is making progress on a pledge to reduce violent street crime.

Via: Yahoo! News: Crimes and Trials News

Brother accused of embezzling from Dane Cook (AP)

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

In this April 6, 2008 file photo, actor Dane Cook arrives at the 'Idol Gives Back' fundraising special of 'American Idol' in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Dan Steinberg, file)AP - The half brother of comedian Dane Cook has pleaded not guilty to embezzling millions from the comedian and was ordered held on $3 million bail.

Via: Yahoo! News: Crimes and Trials News

Texas Contractor Guilty of Fraud at Army Depot

Wednesday, December 31st, 2008

Contractor Mario Alberto Garcia, admitted to undertaking a bid-rigging scheme in an effort to win government contracts at the Corpus Christi Army Depot (CCAD), located on the Corpus Christi Naval Air Station in Texas.

Via: FBI in the News