arrested

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Ligon’s troubles came to a head in January when he was arrested on a felony theft charge stemming from a business dispute with another zoo owner.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

He was arrested outside the Church of Scientology’s Los Angeles Information Center on the Walk of Fame in January 2024 after he allegedly punched someone, according to a report by NBC Los Angeles.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

Dong was arrested on Saturday by the Virginia State Police and served with felony warrants in the hospital, Olsen said.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Philippine police arrested a lawmaker on Monday over a multi-billion dollar graft scandal, making him the highest-ranking government official held in the case that caused mass protests in the country.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

At the same time, he didn't want to get arrested before voluntarily informing the FBI.

From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple