Massive drug busts; driver dead on I-10 | Crime Files
From two massive drug busts in Arizona, to a driver being found dead on I-10 in Phoenix, here is this week's Crime Files segment.
From "Gilbert Goon" Jacob Pennington being rearrested the night of his final sentencing in teen violence cases, to an MMA fighter's involvement in a deadly shooting, here are this week's top stories.
1. 'Gilbert Goon' Jacob Pennington arrested following his teen violence sentences
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One of the members of the so-called "Gilbert Goons" who was sentenced in two assault cases recently was arrested again on suspicion of underage drinking.
2. MMA fighter claims self-defense in deadly north Phoenix shooting at Twin Peaks
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A parking-related issue in the parking lot of a north Phoenix Twin Peaks ended in the death of a 32-year-old man and an MMA fighter claiming self-defense, police said.
3. Fraudster who made millions from Arizona’s sober living scheme, sentenced to probation
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The sober living scheme ravaged Arizona's Medicaid system for an estimated $2.5 billion in fraud, costing taxpayers. Now one man whose company made nearly $21 million was sentenced for his role in the scam. FOX 10's Justin Lum reports.
4. Arizona health officials, FDA report illnesses linked to Diamond Shruumz candy, chocolate, gummies
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Some people in Arizona have gotten sick after eating a brand of gummies, chocolate bars and candy, health officials said and an FDA investigation is ongoing.
5. A lot full of Teslas in Scottsdale has people wondering what's going on
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Behind a closed business in Scottsdale, there's a growing supply of seemingly brand-new Tesla's that have been parked. Industry analysts say it's a sign the demand has slowed.
6. Mysterious monolith appears in Las Vegas desert as temperatures soar
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Authorities in Las Vegas are perplexed by a mysterious monolith discovered near Gass Peak over the weekend.
7. Satellite imagery shows massive haboob overtaking parts of Desert Southwest
Satellite animation of a haboob over the Desert Southwest on June 19, 2024. (NOAA)
Winds from strong to severe thunderstorms that impacted West Texas and New Mexico on Wednesday evening triggered a massive dust storm, known as a haboob, which was even visible from space.
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8. Southwest Airlines flight to Hawaiian island plunges, comes within 400 feet of Pacific Ocean: Report
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The Boeing aircraft reportedly dropped from approximately 16,000 feet to just 400 feet above the Pacific Ocean.
9. Arrests made in Mesa house explosion
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Two people accused of setting off an explosion at a home near Country Club Drive and Guadalupe Road that was caught on camera have been arrested.
10. Man who stole $1M worth of merchandise in AZ, other states sentenced to prison
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A "prolific" organized retail thief was sentenced to years in prison after being convicted of stealing more than a million dollars worth of merchandise in Arizona, among other states.