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Politics · United StatesMan sentenced to nearly six years for explosives at church
Louis Geri received a sentence of five years and 10 months for bringing more than 100 homemade explosive devices to a Washington D.C. church. The church was preparing for an annual Mass that Supreme Court justices usually attend. Geri's demands included money and an expatriation flight to Japan.
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Daniel Billings jailed for 28 years for Molly Ticehurst murder
Daniel Billings has been sentenced to 28 years in jail for the murder of Molly Ticehurst. He broke into her home and stabbed her 15 times in April 2024. The murder was motivated by revenge after Ticehurst reported alleged sexual assault to police.
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Politics · United StatesPolygamous leader Samuel Bateman faces sentencing for child abuse
Polygamous sect leader Samuel Bateman is set for sentencing on state child abuse convictions. He is already serving a 50-year federal sentence for orchestrating sex involving children and faces additional time based on the state charges.
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Conflict & Security · United StatesJ6 defendant who planned to kill Scott Bessent sentenced to 63 months in prison
A defendant who turned herself in to Capitol Police on 27 January 2025 was sentenced to 63 months in prison after admitting to planning to kill Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. English carried a knife, two Molotov cocktails and additional incendiary materials.
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