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7 arrested after 10 children found sexually abused in bunker of Alabama home: police
Seven people have been arrested in connection with an alleged child sex trafficking ring in Alabama, with victims as young as 3, police said. Bibb County Sheriff Jody Wade said during a press conference on July 23 that ten children were abused as part of an alleged trafficking ring run out of a home in Brent, about 50 miles southwest of Birmingham. The children are between 3 to 15 years old, but officials expect more victims and more arrests could be possible. USA TODAY reached out to the Bibb County Sheriff's Office on July 25. Wade also said officials are investigating whether the ring is connected to a gang whose main source of income is child sex trafficking. "I've been in law enforcement for 33 years and this is absolutely the most horrible thing I've ever seen when it comes to victimization of children," Wade said. "Like I say, I know God's forgiveness is boundless, but if there was a limit to it, I think we've reached it." Child sex trafficking ring was run out of storm shelter bunker, police say The alleged trafficking ring, which officials believe started around 2022, was run out of a storm shelter bunker in the yard of a home. The top of the bunker was covered by a carport, Wade said. The bunker "was a pretty good size to where you could actually live in there comfortably," and had a toilet and mattress, Wade said. The victims were sometimes tied to a pole or bed inside the bunker. Officials also believe drugs were involved, according to Wade. "I think it may have been something not necessarily a narcotic, more something like to make them more a little bit more drowsy and a little bit more compliant for the ones that were physically able to somewhat try to fight back and protect themselves," Wade said. 7 suspects arrested in child sex trafficking ring Seven suspects have been arrested so far in connection to the alleged trafficking ring, but more arrests could be possible as the investigation continues. Some of the suspects in custody are relatives of the victims, Wade said. Their names and charges include: William Chase McElroy: four counts of first-degree rape, six counts of first-degree sodomy, six counts of human trafficking, four counts of first-degree kidnapping Dalton Terrell: five counts of first-degree rape, seven counts of first-degree sodomy, six counts of human trafficking, four counts of first-degree kidnapping Andres Velazquez-Trejo: six counts of human trafficking Timothy St. John: two counts of first-degree rape, four counts of first-degree sodomy, four counts of human trafficking, three counts of first-degree kidnapping, one count of bestiality, one count of aggravated cruelty to animals Rebecca Brewer: eight counts of human trafficking, eight counts of first-degree kidnapping, three counts of sexual torture Ricky Terrell: one count of first-degree rape Sarah Louise Terrell: one count of sexual torture, two counts of sexual abuse of a child less than 12 years old 'You can't heal from this' Wade said police were tipped off to possible child abuse in February by the local Department of Human Resources. The victims have been removed from the home and are receiving support services including counseling, Wade said. "They'll carry this vividly for the rest of their lives," Wade said. "So, all we can do is the best we can by them to help them get past this. You can't heal from this, but you can move on as best you can." Melina Khan is a national trending reporter for USA TODAY. She can be reached at This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: 7 arrested in connection to Alabama child sex trafficking ring: police
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14-06-2025
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Third suspect arrested in Macon bar shooting; fourth suspect dies by suicide
The Brief Authorities have arrested a third suspect, Jarrius Terrell Curry, in connection with the deadly shooting outside a Macon bar; he faces five counts of aggravated assault. A fourth suspect wanted in the case has died by suicide, and local officials have suspended the bar's liquor license in response to the violence. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are seeking public assistance in identifying an individual from surveillance photos. MACON, Ga. - Authorities have arrested a third suspect in connection with a deadly shooting outside a Macon bar that left three people dead and six others injured. A fourth man wanted in the case has died by suicide, investigators confirmed. What we know The May 18 shooting unfolded outside the Midtown Daiquiri Bar & Grill, where gunfire erupted in the early morning hours. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office said 32-year-old Javonta Faulks, 28-year-old Jedarrius Meadows Jr., and 24-year-old Javarsia Meadows were killed in the attack. Six other individuals were hospitalized with gunshot wounds. Their names have not been released. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office announced that 17-year-old Travis Keyshaun Glover and Muchman Bond III have both been charged with murder. A third suspect, 28-year-old Jarrius Terrell Curry of Macon, was arrested Friday by the U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force. He faces five counts of aggravated assault and is being held without bond at the Bibb County Law Enforcement Center. On Saturday, the Bibb County SWAT Team arrested Glover, who is also being held without bond. Authorities have not detailed the suspects' alleged roles in the shooting, and a motive has not been disclosed. Meanwhile, investigators say a fourth man wanted in connection to the case has died by suicide. What's next In response to the violence, local officials have suspended the Midtown Daiquiri Bar & Grill's liquor license. What you can do The investigation remains active. Authorities are asking for the public's help in identifying an individual captured in surveillance photos. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff's Office at 478-751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME. SEE ALSO: Person of interest sought in deadly triple shooting at Macon daiquiri bar Teen charged with murder in deadly triple shooting at Macon daiquiri bar The Source The Bibb County Sheriff's Office provided the details for this article.
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06-06-2025
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Officers find man shot, killed at Macon apartment complex. Investigation underway
The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal shooting that happened at a local apartment complex Thursday. The sheriff's office said in a news release that officers were called to the Autumn Trace Apartments located at 1745 Rocky Creek Road just before 7:30 p.m. regarding a person shot. 'Deputies arrived on scene and discovered a male inside of an apartment unresponsive with a gunshot wound,' the sheriff's office said. The victim was pronounced dead on scene by Deputy Coroner Lonnie Miley, the sheriff's office said. The victim was identified as Marcus Cunningham, 22, Coroner Leon Jones told The Telegraph. He had a gunshot wound to the chest and was pronounced dead just before 8:30 p.m. The incident was under investigation Thursday evening. The BCSO urged anyone with information to contact investigators at 478-751-7500, or the Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME. Reporter Jesse Fraga contributed to this story.
