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Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Moment ‘Cinderella' phone thief receives instant karma as he's knocked off bike – before cops catch him using lost shoe
Career criminal was locked up previously for swiping handbags SHOEDUNNIT Moment 'Cinderella' phone thief receives instant karma as he's knocked off bike – before cops catch him using lost shoe THIS is the moment a "Cinderella" phone thief received instant karma as he was knocked off his bike - before cops tracked him down using his lost shoe. Spencer Duarte, 28, was stopped in his tracks by furious city workers in London when he grabbed a mobile phone. Advertisement 5 Spencer Duarte was tackled to the ground 5 He was caught when his shoe came off in the scuffle Credit: Central News Footage shows a courageous pedestrian tackling the career criminal to the ground - causing Duarte to fall from his bike. He managed to clamber back on the vehicle but received another karma hit when he was pulled from the saddle for a second time. Duarte eventually managed to flee on foot but left his trainer behind in the scuffle. Cops used the rogue shoe to track down the prolific thief using his DNA. Advertisement He is now facing jail after he pleaded guilty to theft at Inner London Crown Court. Duarte also admitted possessing items with intent to steal after his rucksack was found to contain face coverings. Andrew Walker, physical forensics manager at the City of London Police, said: "We were able to get sufficient levels of DNA from the shoe to obtain a single, major profile that was suitable for searching against the national DNA database. "This search generated a 'hit' to a male whose profile had previously been uploaded. Advertisement "The slipper fitted our Cinderella and we were able to bring him before the courts." Duarte was jailed for four years after he grabbed six mobile phones in just an hour from pedestrians in Islington and the West End. Following his arrest for that spree, Duarte managed to escape police after faking kidney pain so he would be taken to hospital. The yob, who was still handcuffed when he fled, spent a romantic night with his girlfriend Jade Clapham in a Travelodge before he was finally snared. Advertisement Clapham later pleaded guilty to assisting an offender by impeding his apprehension or prosecution. Duarte was also part of a gang who grabbed 14 handbags worth £50,000 from the Louis Vuitton shop in Sloane Street, Chelsea, in 2015. Jake Dean, Police Constable of the City of London Police, said: "Do not come to the City and think you can steal from residents, workers or visitors without paying the penalty. "Our targeted patrols, excellent police work and extensive CCTV will mean you will be caught and brought to justice." Advertisement 5 Duarte was twice tackled by bystanders Credit: Central News 5 He is facing jail after he pleaded guilty to theft Credit: Central News
The Irish Sun
5 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Moment ‘Cinderella' phone thief receives instant karma as he's knocked off bike – before cops catch him using lost shoe
THIS is the moment a "Cinderella" phone thief received instant karma as he was knocked off his bike - before cops tracked him down using his lost shoe. Spencer Duarte, 28, was stopped in his tracks by furious city workers in London when he grabbed a mobile phone. 5 Spencer Duarte was tackled to the ground 5 He was caught when his shoe came off in the scuffle Credit: Central News Footage shows a courageous pedestrian tackling the career criminal to the ground - causing Duarte to fall from his bike. He managed to clamber back on the vehicle but received another karma hit when he was pulled from the saddle for a second time. Duarte eventually managed to flee on foot but left his trainer behind in the scuffle. Cops used the rogue shoe to track down the prolific thief using his DNA. Read more news He is now facing jail after he pleaded guilty to theft at Inner London Crown Court. Duarte also admitted possessing items with intent to steal after his rucksack was found to contain face coverings. Andrew Walker, physical forensics manager at the City of London Police, said: "We were able to get sufficient levels of DNA from the shoe to obtain a single, major profile that was suitable for searching against the national DNA database. "This search generated a 'hit' to a male whose profile had previously been uploaded. Most read in The Sun "The slipper fitted our Cinderella and we were able to bring him before the courts ." Duarte was jailed for four years after he grabbed six mobile phones in just an hour from pedestrians in Islington and the West End. Following his arrest for that spree, Duarte managed to escape police after faking kidney pain so he would be taken to hospital. The yob, who was still handcuffed when he fled, spent a romantic night with his girlfriend Jade Clapham in a Travelodge before he was finally snared. Clapham later pleaded guilty to assisting an offender by impeding his apprehension or prosecution. Duarte was also part of a gang who grabbed 14 handbags worth £50,000 from the Louis Vuitton shop in Sloane Street, Chelsea , in 2015. Jake Dean, Police Constable of the City of London Police, said: "Do not come to the City and think you can steal from residents, workers or visitors without paying the penalty. "Our targeted patrols, excellent police work and extensive CCTV will mean you will be caught and brought to justice." 5 Duarte was twice tackled by bystanders Credit: Central News 5 He is facing jail after he pleaded guilty to theft Credit: Central News 5 His girlfriend admitted assisting an offender Credit: Central News
Newsweek
6 days ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
Michigan Student Arrested By ICE While On School Trip Deported
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Maykol Bogoya Duarte, an 18-year-old former Detroit high school student who was arrested by Border Patrol agents whilst on his way to a field trip on May 20, has been deported back to his native Columbia according to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) records seen by the Detroit Free Press. Newsweek reached out to DHS via email on Sunday for comment. Why It Matters President Donald Trump's administration has made cracking down on illegal immigration one of its top policy priorities, with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) personnel carrying out an intensified series of raids across the United States. Beginning on June 6 several days of largescale anti-ICE demonstrations took place in Los Angeles, some of which turned violent. In response the Trump administration deployed 4,000 California National Guard troops and 700 Marines, against the wishes of California Governor Gavin Newsom. What To Know The Detroit Free Press reported that DHS records indicate Duarte was deported back to Columbia on June 19. On May 20, whilst on the way to a high school trip to Lake Erie Metropark, Duarte was pulled over by local police officers who said he was tailgating an unmarked police vehicle. Due to language barriers the police called Border Patrol agents who took Duarte into custody after checking his immigration status. Stock photograph showing federal agents patrol the halls of an immigration court at the Jacob K. Javitz Federal Building on June 20, 2025 in New York City. Stock photograph showing federal agents patrol the halls of an immigration court at the Jacob K. Javitz Federal Building on June 20, 2025 in New York City. Spencer Platt/GETTY At the time of his detention, Duarte was a student at Detroit's Western International High School and only three and a half credits away from graduation. Detroit House Democrats Shri Thanedar and Rashida Tlaib both asked for Duarte to be allowed to stay in the U.S. until he graduated, but this request was turned back by ICE on June 11. Records from ICE's Executive Office for Immigration Review show Duarte and his mother applied for asylum on January 29, 2024; after entering the U.S. saying they were trying to escape violence in Columbia. Duarte was refused asylum, and his appeal was rejected on June 25, 2024, at which point "he was in the country illegally, having ignored a judge's removal order and lost his appeal" according to a spokesperson for Customs and Border Protection. What People Are Saying Speaking to the Detroit Free Press Duarte's attorney Ruby Robinson said: "We're concerned that for anybody who contacts the police or are interacting with police — whether somebody suspected of committing a crime or whether it's a victim coming forward — if local law enforcement is going to rely on federal officials to do interpreting, that's going to have a chilling effect on people trusting law enforcement." Western International High School teacher Kristen Schoettle said: "The police did not have to call Border Patrol, but they did." Speaking earlier this year to NPR Tricia McLaughlin, assistant secretary for public affairs at the Department of Homeland Security, said: "We know that our ICE agents across the country are following proper protocol and proper procedures, and we are working every day to make ourselves excellent for the American people." What Happens Next Trump's crackdown on suspected illegal migrants is likely to continue with more ICE raids taking place across the country. There could be further tensions with Democratic governors who object to federal government policy.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Tampa-based non-profit enroute to Middle East to evacuate Americans amidst Iran-Israel conflict
The Brief Project DYNAMO CEO says there are teams in Jordan and Israel already. So far, they've seen an uptick in requests for rescue. The organization was created in 2021. TAMPA - A local veteran non-profit is working to get Americans, including Tampa Bay area residents, out of the Middle East and home safe. Since its creation back in 2021, Project DYNAMO has rescued more than 7,000 Americans from conflict zones and disaster areas across the world. What we know Its teams are made up of former Special Forces and intelligence officers and volunteers from all across the nation. They're currently en route to the region to evacuate Americans as missile strikes and bombings escalate between Iran and Israel. CEO Mario Duarte says there are teams in Jordan and Israel already. RELATED: Iran retaliates against Israel after attack on nuclear program "We can do it via air or land or using ships and boats," he said. "We can use multiple routes to make sure our people get to a safe location and from there we can help them find a way back home." So far, they've seen an uptick in requests for rescue. Duarte says they're stepping up to help because there's always a gap in response capabilities. "There are millions of Americans at any given time around the world and the U.S. government is not always capable to respond to all of them. That's why Project DYNAMO exists," said Duarte. The backstory After Hamas invaded and attacked Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, the donor-funded organization and Gov. Ron DeSantis helped charter evacuation flights for hundreds of Americans out of Israel. In this latest conflict, Duarte says, ideally, they can have evacuees safely back in the US within 72 hours. "Seeing a mother and father embrace their child or grandpa holding their grandchildren. That's why we do it. To make sure American families are back together, and we'll keep doing it so long as we're needed," said Duarte. American citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and allies of the U.S. in need of evacuation are urgently requested to register by clicking here. The Source FOX 13's Carla Bayron gathered the information for this story. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 13 TAMPA: Download the FOX Local app for your smart TV Download FOX Local mobile app: Apple | Android Download the FOX 13 News app for breaking news alerts, latest headlines Download the SkyTower Radar app Sign up for FOX 13's daily newsletter Follow FOX 13 on YouTube
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
UPMC renames ICU to honor fallen Officer Andrew Duarte
YORK, Pa. (WHTM) – The UPMC Memorial Hospital in York dedicated its Intensive Care Unit to Fallen West York Officer Andrew Duarte, who died during a mass shooting at the hospital in February. 'When you step off the elevator, you see his picture and his date of birth and death date,' Duarte's mother, Nancy Duarte Matarese said. 'I just look at it and that's my sweet child.' Duarte's name is also above the ICU doors. 'He was an amazing young man,' Duarte's father, Gary Duarte said. 'From the day he was born, he did nothing but make us proud.' Officers came from across the country, including Colorado, where Duarte used to serve as an officer. Download the abc27 News+ app on your Roku, Amazon Fire TV Stick, and Apple TV devices 'He was a warrior, no doubt,' his former colleague, Lt. Alan Ma said. 'He was a true friend and a dear colleague.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
