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Sunday World
3 hours ago
- Sunday World
Banned driver (27) who dragged garda along in stolen car while on bail is jailed
Dylan Hafford pleaded guilty to charges of endangerment and criminal damage A 27-year-old man who reversed a stolen car away from a garda who was attempting to arrest him, dragging the officer along, has been sentenced to four years imprisonment. Dylan Hafford, Francis Street, Drogheda, pleaded guilty to charges of endangerment and criminal damage stemming from the incident. Two counts of dangerous driving were taken into consideration. Separately, he admitted a robbery with a false imprisonment charge taken into consideration, while an old case was back in front of Judge Dara Hayes because the defendant did not meet conditions of a suspended portion of a sentence. Gda John Walsh gave evidence that on August 23, 2024, Gardaí spotted Mr Hafford putting fuel in a Nissan March at Applegreen, Newfoundwell Road, Drogheda. They knew that he was disqualified from driving, while the car was flagged as stolen. Gardaí followed him to a carpark at Eurospar, Bredin Street. As on officer approached the defendant recognised him as a garda. He reversed, grabbing the guard's arm, effectively dragging him back for a short distance. Hafford crashed into an unmarked garda jeep in which another officer was sitting, deploying the airbags. The damage amounted to €9,392. CCTV footage of the incident was played in court. He continued to reverse at speed and exited the carpark. This car drove on the wrong side of the road and was weaving in and out of traffic, forcing other motorists to take evasive action. Gardaí lost sight of the car and later found it parked at the Boyne Valley Business Park. No serious injuries were caused. The accused was arrested on the following October 10 during an unrelated search. Dylan Hafford was on bail at the time, while the incident occurred during the currency of the suspended sentence. Gda Aoife Flood said that the defendant was the driver when two men went into Centra, Main Street, Dunleer, at 5.40am on April 7, 2022. One pointed a Stanley knife at an employee who said that he didn't know where the safe was. The intruder threatened to cut his face off before warning him to stay in the kitchen. The men left, grabbing €25-worth of Heineken cans, cigarettes and a charity collection box. Investigators were able to identify Mr Hafford as the driver from CCTV. The car was found in Rathmullen Park, Drogheda with a cash till in the rear. He was arrested on May 4, 2022, and charged on July 18, 2024. A delay in submission of a file to the DPP accounted for the more than two-year gap. The court also heard that he was released from a three-year, three-month sentence, the final 18 months suspended, on May 20, 2024. He stopped attending Probation Service appointments on August 22. Stock image News in 90 Seconds - June 28th Under cross-examination by barrister Stephen Faulkner, a probation officer said that Dylan Hafford contacted him the same day last August that he found a dead body in a field in Drogheda and attended an appointment the next day. He had helped gardaí in the subsequent investigation. Mr Faulkner submitted that the defendant's disengagement with the Probation Service began after discovering the body. There were 19 previous convictions. The defendant is a father of one and youngest of three children. His parents separated. He had no history of employment and had serious drugs and alcohol issues. He wrote a letter of apology in which he stated he had 'slipped through the cracks of society'. He had spent most of his life in custody. Judge Hayes said that the garda in the carpark could easily have been driven over. He could have had serious injuries if not worse. It was fortunate that didn't happen. This was an attack on Gardaí in the course of their duty and an attempt to flee. It was 'extremely dangerous' use of a stolen car while disqualified. The judge continued that Hafford acted as an accomplice in the Dunleer incident. A knife had been produced and a man was threatened that he would have his face cut. It was an extremely serious robbery. Concurrent jail terms of three years and 3 months were imposed on the endangerment and criminal damage charges, consecutive to two-and-a-half years for robbery. The reactivation of the 18-month suspended sentence was marked concurrent leaving a total of 5 years and nine months. Judge Hayes said that he would suspend the final 21 months for two years 'with some reluctance'. A sentence of four years was backdated to October 26 last. This report was updated at June 27, 16.05 upon completion of sentencing. Funded by the Courts Reporting Scheme.
Indianapolis Star
11 hours ago
- Business
- Indianapolis Star
Grab a seat at REI's 4th of July sale: Save 30% on Flexlite chairs and stools
Ready to upgrade your outdoor gear for summer? Now through Monday, July 7, REI Co-op is giving outdoor lovers a budget-friendly reason to kick back and relax—literally. You can save 30% on all Flexlite Chairs, stools and replacement seats, making it the perfect time to stock up before your next camping trip, beach day or backyard bonfire. Lightweight, packable and surprisingly comfy, these fan-favorite Flexlite chairs are built for adventure—and right now, they're built for your budget! Check out the best 4th of July deals on Flexlite chairs at REI below. Save 30% at REI: REI Co-op Flexlite Air Chair Replacement Seat More: Join REI Co-op once, and score lifetime savings on your outdoor gear purchases As a consumer co-op, REI Co-op members pay a one-time fee and are part of the REI community for life. Once you pay the $30 membership fee, your membership never expires. Members get access to benefits like up to 10% back annually on eligible purchases (Co-op Member Reward), free standard shipping, access to special offers and sales, member-exclusive bonus cards, early access to curated products and limited-edition gear, the ability to trade in used gear for credit and so much more. More: These limited-edition Stanley tumblers are only at REI. Shop the Dawn collection here The REI Co-op membership costs $30 and is a lifetime membership. New members will immediately start earning rewards like up to 10% back on eligible purchases.
Miami Herald
19 hours ago
- Miami Herald
Woman has boyfriend kill her stepdad for life insurance payout, Florida cops say
A woman increased her stepdad's life insurance policy to $750,000, then 16 days later had her boyfriend kill him, Florida authorities said. A jury convicted 48-year-old Perry Stanley of first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, the State Attorney's Office for the Seventh Judicial Circuit announced June 26. His girlfriend at the time, 36-year-old Myesha Williams, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder with a firearm in January, Volusia County records show. She awaits sentencing. Williams' attorney told McClatchy News that Williams testified on behalf of the state twice during Stanley's trial. Stanley's attorney didn't respond to comment June 27. The conviction comes more than six years after the couple was accused of conspiring to kill 59-year-old Terrence Gibson for money, according to the Volusia Sheriff's Office. In 2018, Williams took out a $25,000 life insurance policy on her stepfather, who helped raise her and was married to Williams' mother before she died, officers with the DeLand Police Department wrote in an arrest affidavit. When Williams took out the policy, she told the insurance agent not to worry about adding Gibson's daughter to the plan, listing herself as the sole beneficiary, according to investigators who obtained a recording of the conversation. But 16 days before her stepfather was shot four times and killed, she called the insurance agency again, police said. She wanted to increase her stepdad's policy from $25,000 to $750,000, according to police. She asked what the payout would be if her stepdad died in an accident versus if he was killed, and how she would make her claim, police said. The insurance agent told her if someone hurt him, the payout would be $150,000, according to investigators. Prosecutors said Stanley impersonated Gibson on the phone to confirm the policy details. The day Gibson died, Williams told detectives she picked up her stepdad and they visited her mom's grave, then she brought him to a vacant field known as a hangout spot called the Watering Hole, police said. Not long after, witnesses said a man wearing all black and a ski mask walked up to Gibson and shot him multiple times in the back before fleeing, police said. A K-9 tracked the scent, and investigators found a dropped cell phone in the sand next to a set of footprints, according to police. Photos on the phone led police to believe it belonged to Perry Stanley. Phone records show that seven minutes before Gibson was killed, Stanley called Williams and spoke to her for three minutes, according to prosecutors and police. Williams said her boyfriend was named Tim, and when shown a photo of Stanley, she said that wasn't Tim, according to police. Stanley also initially denied knowing Williams, detectives said. Phone records contradicted that story, showing the pair was frequently in the same location in the 10-day period leading up to Gibson's death, according to police. But during an interview nearly eight months after the killing, Williams changed her story, and when shown a photo of Stanley again, she said that was her boyfriend she had been referring to as Tim, investigators said. She said in the September 2019 interview that the day Gibson died at the Watering Hole, she was driving away from the area when she saw Stanley walk up behind Gibson with a gun, then she heard shots, according to police. Police said they learned the couple met up after Gibson was killed, and Stanley burned his clothes. A few days later, Williams called the insurance company to tell them her stepfather had been killed, according to investigators. In October 2020, a grand jury indicted both of them on first-degree murder charges. DeLand is in Volusia County, about a 40-mile drive north from Orlando.
Tom's Guide
21 hours ago
- Business
- Tom's Guide
I shop deals for a living — here's my 15 favorite early Amazon Prime Day sales
If you're like me, you've definitely started your Prime Day shopping! I mean who could blame us? There's already a plethora of great early deals floating around from some of the top brands — Ninja, Stanley and Apple to name a few of my personal favorites. Although we still have a few days until the big event takes place (July 8, mark your calendars), I've decided to share some of the early deals I would actually shop as someone who writes about deals for a living. From the water bottle that has a permanent spot on my nightstand to the beach chair I've been eyeing for summer, here's everything I personally recommend shopping ahead of Prime Day. For more ways to save, check out the best early 4th of July sales. The MZOO sleep mask is an Amazon best seller sporting over 73,500 perfect reviews from customers who give it the "night shifter seal of approval," and say it provides 100% darkness while the pressure it puts on the eyes is "just perfect." This sleep mask will see you through your summer flights with more $$$ to spend on snacks onboard. As someone who can't pass up a good eye mask, I'm definitely adding this to my cart. Nothing adds outdoor ambiance like a killer playlist and the very best solar lights. This outdoor-rated pack is built with shatterproof plastic bulbs that are currently 54% off at Amazon. Plug them in when the sun sets and enjoy 27 feet-worth and up to six full hours of a soft, white glow. The new Fire TV Stick 4K (2024) sports an upgraded 1.7GHz quad-core processor that's 30% more powerful than the previous model. In our Amazon Fire TV stick 4K review, we praised its 4K video quality for a budget price. Features include Dolby Vision/HDR10/HDR10+/HLG support, Wi-Fi 6 support and a Live TV guide button on the remote. You also get Dolby Digital Plus and Dolby Atmos support to improve your streaming audio. I own this tumbler and it has a permanent spot on my night stand. Although, this stylish, and roomy tumbler is also perfect for everyday adventures. Designed to fit in a car cup holder, you'll be able to take it with you everywhere and it can keep your drinks hot or cold for hours thanks to its double walled insulation. The advanced FlowState lid can move between closed to prevent splashes, straw and an opening to sip from. There's nothing better than having a good chair at the beach — and I've personally been eyeing this one. This lightweight beach chair by Coleman folds up and comes with a bag for easy carrying. Plus, it features a seat back pocket and cup holder to hold your clothes, drinks and other beach gear. A relaxed back rest with full seat support makes this beach chair the one to buy — especially for just $31. We can't forget about our furry friends! I bought this bed for my pup and he sleeps like a baby in it. The orthopedic dog bed is designed to give your pet a deep, dreamy sleep and provide the perfect amount of pressure relief and joint support. It comes in several sizes for all kinds of pups and dozens of fun colors. The Ghost 16 is a cushioned running shoe that's great for all levels of runner, but particularly good for beginners because of the high level of comfort it offers. The Ghost 17 recently launched but having tested both the Ghost 16 and 17, I'd say grabbing the older shoe for $40 less in the sales is the smart move, because the new shoe isn't a major update. The Ninja Crispi is an air fryer like no other. With a removable air frying lid and a selection of glass containers that can be used to prep, store, cook and serve your food in one go, it's reinvented what you can do with the best air fryers. The Ninja Crispi Cooking System includes a cooking pod, two cooking and storage containers, complete with lids and crisper plates. The Blink Outdoor 4 is one of the most popular models for keeping tabs on what's happening outside of the home. With this bundle, you'll get five fully wireless security cameras that shoot crisp 1080p video both inside and outdoors for up to two years straight. The security camera earned our Editor's Choice award and is one of the best home security cameras we've tested. I recently tried out this device and it's a total game changer when it comes to cleaning my home. In fact, I no longer consider vacuuming a pesky chore. This 3-in-1 floor cleaner can vacuum and mop at the same time to deep clean hard floors and refresh area rugs. What's more, it comes with a self-cleaning system, antimicrobial brushroll, and Odor Neutralizer for hygiene and to get rid of lingering smells. It's powerful enough to quickly suck up dirt, debris, wet messes and stains to cover all your check: $299 @ Shark This awesome deal is only available in the lilac shade. While that means you won't be able to save $$$ if you're in the market for the black, green, or blue colorways, I think the lilac version is one of the prettiest ones out there. Make sure you click on the lilac M20, not the M12 to get this saving. The WalkingPad Z1 under-desk foldable treadmill is a total game changer. Not only is it an affordable option in the coveted WalkingPad range, but it's actually one of my favorites. It is perfect for anyone looking to get a few extra steps in while working from home and comes with a companion app to help track fitness metrics during your workout. Be sure to add the $30 coupon to get this price. This pretty KitchenAid stand mixer has a large-capacity mixing bowl, three attachments to knead, beat, and whip ingredients, and a pouring shield that prevents splashes. It's super intuitive and has 10 speeds to ensure everything you're mixing is blended perfectly. It also houses a central hub for extra attachments, including a pasta maker or spiralizer. LG C4 4K OLED TV: deals from $699 @ AmazonThe C4 is LG's flagship OLED TV. It's powered by LG's A9 processor and features a 120Hz panel, Dolby Vision/ HDR10/HLG support, built-in Amazon Alexa, four HDMI 2.1 ports and Apple AirPlay 2 support. It's also one of the few OLED TVs that can natively accept a 144Hz input from a PC. In our LG C4 OLED TV review, we said the content looked colorful and dazzlingly bright on the new C4 series.42" for $69948" for $89955" for $1,296 65" for $1,29677" for $1,99683" for $3,296 In our MacBook Air M4 review, we said the Editor's Choice laptop is irresistible thanks to its speedy performance, sharper camera and lower starting price. The MacBook Air M4 supports dual external monitors, even when you have the laptop's lid open. And it packs a 13.6-inch Liquid Retina display (2560 x 1664), Apple's M4 CPU w/ 10-core GPU, 16GB of RAM and 256GB SSD.
Buzz Feed
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
I Bet Even Seasoned Shoppers Haven't Seen At Least Half Of These 29 Products
Eos' Cashmere Skin Collection Shave Oil — a new iteration of the TikTok-famous Eos "cashmere" body lotion — that uses the same swoon-worthy scent of whipped vanilla, musk, and soft caramel. Use this scrumptious oil to protect your skin from any razor mishaps; reviewers love that it helps them avoid razor burn and get an extra close shave. A jar of sticky cubes offering a way to build structurally unsound creations. You can create tiny sculptures, stick them on windows (or your face), squeeze 'em — and when you're done, there's a strainer in the jar for easy rinsing. Medicube Deep Vitamin C Golden Capsule Face Moisturizer made up of tiny liposome capsules that pop and spread a vitamin C and niacinamide-boosted formula that works to brighten and smooth your complexion. Reviewers said they saw the brightening effects after just a few uses! A pack of strawberry candles that do a very good impression of the real thing — they even smell like fruit when burned! Imagine these on a strawberry shortcake instead of birthday candles. Incredible. Promising reviews: "I will buy these over and over again because of how perfect they are for birthdays or even to gift to loved ones." —MacKenzie "Smells like the strawberry shortcake dolls I had when I was a little kid. You go through life chasing after snips and snaps of days of yore, and sometimes you find them where you least expect them, on Amazon. Small, strawberry-sized, very cute, and smells like childhood memories." —dianamightGet a pack of four from Amazon for $10.99. A miniature Stanley tape measurer keychain so you no longer have to wonder how tall something is and try to guesstimate with your hands. This would come in clutch when furniture shopping or calling out a date for lying about their height (JK, JK). Teeny-tiny onigiri vases who look thrilled by the opportunity to hold your new clippings and flower buds. Each smiling rice ball is handcrafted, so they're all unique. A rubber hot dog that would be going triple-platinum viral on dog TikTok if such a thing existed. Spokespersons for the happy canine customers are writing glowing reviews saying the toy is indestructible and perfect for aggressive chewers. A cylindrical ice mold designed for 40-ounce Stanley mugs and similar tumblers so you can get a solid serving of ice in there and still have room for your straw. The silicone mold makes three different-sized ice cylinders that fit in different sections of the tumbler. Sour blue raspberry gushers for masochist snackers who think their tongue has had it way too easy. One reviewer says these are 4–5 levels MORE sour than Sour Skittles. 🫣 A ~cat-a-pult~ so you can pelt your desk neighbor when they start chewing too loudly. Take that, Pete from accounting! A customizable cookie stamp you can fit with any letters you'd like to spell out special messages. This is ideal for birthdays and themed parties, but I'm also envisioning passive-aggressive baked goods. A canine version of the TikTok-famous Kanoodle Puzzle so your pup can get some brain-stimulating fun, too. Unlike the human version, the goal is to get all the pieces *off* the board so they can reap their reward. A smudge-correcting clear nail polish for the next time you do your nails and then realize you have to pee right away. Now you can risk a couple of crinkled nails and be rest assured that a solution is one swipe away. A bag of Sakura latte powder made in Japan. Add the cherry blossom mix to hot water or milk for a tasty drink, or mix the powder into baked goods like cakes and pancakes. Maybe even a cocktail??? A "disposable" camera that offers the same spur-of-the-moment fun, but without the waste. The camera is made with recycled materials, has an automatic flash, and shoots on 33-mm film. Just take your pics, mail the camera back for reuse, and wait for your photos to develop! Magnetic photo booth picture sleeves so you can properly display your favorite memories without risking them getting coated in marinara, bent out of shape, or bumped under the fridge. Journal stamps that add some extra structure to your agenda. The 18-piece kit comes with various designs that'll allow you to add the days of the week, star ratings, reading lists, and more. Promising review: "This is my first time purchasing a large stamp set on Amazon so I wasn't sure which set I should go with. I wanted something for journaling and this set seemed to have a nice variety of productivity stamps. I love the fact that they are rubber stamps, and they print clearly on paper. They're not too big or small either." —BeautybydesyGet a set of 18 from Amazon for $16.99. A capybara mug — complete with a lil' orange hat! — to hold your morning tea or coffee. What better way to start the day than with amazing company? A new White Lotus cocktail recipe book with 60 drinks (including mocktails) inspired by all three seasons' locales. I personally will NOT be drinking any pina coladas you make after reading this but will be happy to try a Full Moon Margarita or Vacation Morning Run. "Gloves In A Bottle," the perfect solution for people who have NOT been wearing gloves this past winter and are still paying the price. The effective lotion helps de-crocodile your skin and protect it for up to 12 hours, even if you wash your hands. A whiskey glass that looks like it was on the receiving end of a really intense dice throw. The design is a nat20 in my book. :) Talking Hearts — a deck of conversation cards for couples looking to deepen their connection or just pass the time on a long trip. There are 200 questions, plus two wild cards to keep conversation flowing. A flat outlet extender so you can finally plug stuff in behind the couch. This handy adapter offers three side outlets, so you can move furniture almost flat against the wall and still have a place to charge your phone. A set of novelty toilet bolt caps (turtles! mushrooms! RUBBER DUCKS!) when you're super serious about having a home that's chock-full of whimsy. Folks, even the toilet is gonna be cute. Just unscrew the boring caps and screw these on in their place. Pure Instinct, a "pheromone-infused" roll-on perfume that's marketed as a way to make yourself smell more desirable. Reviewers love the subtle, sweet scent, and many claim they've had some romantic success after wearing it! Whether the cause is the perfume or a placebo confidence boost, the result is the same. ;) A set of vinyl coasters offering a retro (and super cute) way to protect your furniture from condensation. Guests who actually want to use a coaster? How the turntables. A colorful keycap set in case you've seen all those TikTok desk set-ups and started to feel a bit jealous. It comes with a cap puller and 126 keycaps so you can start customizing right away. Weird Medieval Guys, a silly coffee table book from my favorite Twitter account featuring quizzes, how-to guides, diagrams, and flow charts that give you a goofy peek at what your life as a peasant might have looked like. A pack of popcorn pods offering a foolproof way to make popcorn. Just throw one in a pan — the butter will melt, and the corn will pop. This variety pack comes with crowd-pleasing flavors: butter, rosemary garlic, ranch, salt and pepper, and jalapeno.
