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Army officer away on active duty speaks out after squatter moved into Georgia home Quite alarming

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An Army officer is speaking out after a squatter moved into her Georgia home while she was away on active duty.

Lt. Col. Dahlia Daure told Atlanta-based ABC affiliate WSB-TV last week that she is part of the U.S. Army Reserves and is stationed in Chicago but was in the process of selling her home when a squatter moved in.

Daure told the outlet that the squatter, Vincent Simon, said he had a lease and paid $19,000 upfront for six months.

“That was quite alarming to find out that someone else had moved into my home,” she said Thursday on “Fox News Tonight.”

WSB-TV reported Simon was served with eviction papers and that Daure would have to wait for the process to play out in order to get him removed from the home.

However, the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office said its Uniform Unit and the DeKalb Marshals served an intruder affidavit requiring Simon to “immediately vacate an Ellenwood home in DeKalb County owned by a military officer.”

“Mr. Simon had been accused of illegally occupying the residence, which had been for sale by the owner while she was deployed with the U.S. Army Reserves in Chicago, Illinois. The civil service process was accomplished without incident and Mr. Simon vacated the residence, but a weapon was found inside the home and drugs were found on the suspect before he left the premises,” read an update from the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office Facebook Page. “Mr. Simon was arrested and charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon and Possession of a Controlled Substance. He was taken into custody and transported to the DeKalb County Jail.”

Duare told host Will Cain the whole ordeal was “very aggravating.”

“It’s kind of unjust to find out that someone can literally move into your home with a fictitious lease with a company that doesn’t exist,” she explained. “My house was not on the market for rent. It was on the market for sale. I had a contract on the house. And to find out that this person moved into my home right after I got done renovating– it was very aggravating and I was angry.”

The lieutenant colonel shared that she was forced to terminate a contract with a buyer because of the squatter situation. “The buyer got spooked, too. I had to terminate that contract,” she added.

“I used the Georgia 44…title 44 1130 to get him out. A lot of people really don’t know about that. It has to do with the sheriff’s office, though. The police can’t get them out because it’s a civil matter,” she continued. “But had I not gone to the media, I would not have had the opportunity to get my home back today.”

Ex-Miami star Hanna Cavinder irate after getting catcalled: ‘It’s embarrassing

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Hanna Cavinder is done with college basketball and the catcalls.
The former Miami Hurricanes guard, who is among the most popular TikTok influencers in the NCAA, was irate Wednesday after she said she got catcalled while on a walk in Florida.
One-half of the Cavinder twins tandem was in workout clothes early in the morning when she explained what happened on her shared Instagram account.
“I just need to address this because this has happened way too much,” she said. “So, I’m currently walking. It’s like 8 a.m. No, 9:20 a.m. And I just like don’t understand why males think it’s OK to make females feel uncomfortable.
Like, if you’re gonna sit there and catcall and say whatever you think you want to a female. Like, why do you think you have that authority? I’m literally so fed up with it. Some of these men have wedding rings on. Like, wedding rings on, they’re saluting. What are you doing? It’s embarrassing. I would look at them and be like what’re you doing.
“Like, I’m so done with it.
She cautioned her female following to “stay safe out there.”
“Never let males feel like they have this sense of authority over you. It’s disturbing. Sometimes I’m like, how? Wow,” she added.
Cavinder posted her rant on the joint account she shares with her sister, Haley. The two have 239,000 followers on Instagram. The twins have 4.5 million followers on TikTok.
The Cavinders said they would not pursue another year of eligibility in college basketball. The two signed an NIL deal with WWE and appear to have eyes for the squared circle.

Iowa police officer clings to hood of car during dramatic chase, suspect sentenced to 5 years

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Newly released video shows an Iowa police officer clinging to the hood of a car as the driver attempts to flee during a 2021 incident.
The bodycam footage from the Carroll Police Department came after the driver was sentenced to five years in prison in connection with encounter.
Officer Patrick McCarty told a passenger in the vehicle, Dennis Guider Jr., that there was a warrant for his arrest from Illinois, KCCI-TV in Des Moines reported.
The driver got out of the vehicle and Guider moved to the driver’s seat and started the car. The officer then pulled out his weapon.
As the car kept moving, McCarty jumped on the hood while other officers continued to arrive at the scene
“Stop the f—ing car!” the officer can be heard yelling at the driver.
McCarty eventually fell to the ground and broke his back when the vehicle hit a ditch, the news report said. Guider was arrested and pleaded guilty to serious injury by a vehicle. He claimed he feared for his life when McCarty pulled out his gun.
“I feared for my life after the officer pull(ed) out his gun and jump(ed) on the hood of my car,” Guider wrote in a letter to the Carroll County clerk of court in February, the Des Moines Register reported.
Fox News Digital has reached out to the police department for more information.

Couple arrested after 10-year-old son, weighing 36 pounds, found searching for food

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A Georgia couple has been arrested after their 10-year-old child, who weighed only 36 pounds, was found walking in their neighborhood toward a grocery store in search of food, reports say.


Tyler and Krista Schindley remain held in the Spalding County Jail after a judge denied bond at a hearing earlier in the week. On Friday, after police responded to a 911 call in Griffin, the couple’s son told officers he was hungry and walking to a nearby Kroger to buy food and asked to “please not make him go back,” WANF reports.


“As a mother, I can’t comprehend it. As a human being, it breaks your heart,” Griffin Judicial Circuit District Attorney Marie Broder said at a press conference, according to Fox5 Atlanta.
“We aren’t releasing any photos of this child for obvious reasons, but I will tell you, the photos are absolutely horrible, and anybody with a human heart who looks at them should be shaken to their core,” she added.


Jail records show Tyler Schindley, 46, and Krista Schindley, 47, are facing charges that include cruelty to children, attempted murder and false imprisonment, reports say.
“It is my true belief that had he not gotten out of the home, this case would be a very different one,” Broder said


Following his discovery, the boy — whom police described as “thin with discolored skin and visible injuries” — was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment for malnutrition and a low heart rate, according to WANF.


The station, citing an affidavit, reported that the couple intentionally kept food away from the child and locked him in his bedroom without access to lights, toilet paper and human interaction, among other basic needs.


Court documents also suggested the boy suffered “dental injuries” and “disfiguration” as a result of abuse from his parents, WANF reported.
Four other children found inside the Schindleys’ home are currently in the custody of the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services.


A neighbor who lived next door told Fox5 Atlanta she was worried about the children
“That’s just horrible.

That anyone would be [like] this and by them being my next-door neighbor it makes me wonder if I should have been more observant,” Kim Seigler said to the station.
The boy is now reported to be in stable condition.

Florida 7-year-old confessed to Disney monorail worker’s murder

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Attorneys for a Florida woman accused of killing her husband, a Disney World mechanic, in 2015 and burying his body in her backyard now say a child committed the crime.

Laurie Shaver, 40, was released on bond in 2020 after she was accused of shooting her 36-year-old husband Michael Shaver once in the head, wrapping his body in a sheet and burying him beneath a concrete slab and fire pit outside their Clermont home, according to an affidavit for her arrest.

Shaver’s defense recently filed a motion in Lake County court saying it received “testimony from a minor child who confessed to having committed the murder in this matter.” The motion, field by Shaver’s defense attorney, Jeffrey Wiggs, seeks a psychological exam of the child.

“The minor has exculpatory information” that could prove Shaver’s innocence in the case, Wiggs told Fox News Digital.

“We’re concerned about the child being excluded [from trial] because of the emotional atmosphere,” he said, adding that the defense is seeking “expert” insight, along with a psychological evaluation “just to make sure that the child is candid” and is aware of any potential crimes she “could be charged with.”

The minor, who would have been 7 years old at the time of the shooting but is now 14, has “persisted in seeking to testify,” the recent motion states.

After Michael Shaver’s death, Laurie Shaver apparently told Travis Filmer, her boyfriend at the time and the father of her two youngest children, that Michael was “no longer on earth,” and that “something bad” happened on their property. Investigators reported finding bloodstains “in the track of a sliding glass door” that led from the Shavers’ dining area to their backyard.

Laurie Shaver allegedly posed as her deceased husband in social media messages to family and used his credit card to make various online purchases. Shaver also tried to sell her late husband’s guns and vehicle after his death, police said.

The court previously denied the defense’s motion seeking an evaluation for the minor who allegedly admitted to the murder, but Shaver’s team is now asking to renew the request.

WOFL reported that Filmer told a prosecutor at a bond hearing Thursday that he never asked her how the body wound up in the backyard.

“We believe it’s exculpatory. We believe that we have a right to present any and all exculpatory evidence, whether the court approves it or not,” Wiggs explained.

The Lake County prosecutor’s office told WESH in a statement there is “no credible evidence supporting the claims made concerning the involvement of the child” and that the “child has not made statements to any law enforcement agency.”

Salma Hayek flashes naked body accidentally during cheeky dance

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Salma Hayek was letting loose in her latest social media video.

While the 56-year-old actress celebrated her 24 million followers on Instagram, she accidentally exposed herself in the risqué clip.

“24 million followers, 24 million reasons to smile. Thank you all for joining me on this wild ride!” she wrote.

Hayek danced freely in her white bathrobe as the top occasionally slipped, showing her naked body.

In the video, shared on Tuesday, Hayek’s private areas were blurred while the “Magic Mike’s Last Dance” actress twirled and busted out some salsa moves.

She appeared to be getting her hair and makeup done before getting out of her chair to dance with friend and director Sam Speranza.

Hayek additionally wished Speranza a happy birthday in her caption while she celebrated her social media milestone.

The Mexican-American actress’s cheeky video comes after she posted a sultry snap of herself in a bikini.

The 56-year-old actress took to Instagram last month to share a few snaps of herself in a bright yellow bikini as she took a dip in the ocean.

“Every time I need to feel renewed I jump into the ocean,” she captioned the post, adding a wave emoji before sharing the Spanish translation.

Hayek’s social media followers have been fully supportive of her latest posts.

One user wrote, “Looking this young at ur 50s should be illegal like what,” with another adding, Thought this was a throwback

The Hollywood star has put her bikini body on display in the past. She celebrated her 56th birthday in another post as she danced in a red bikini on a boat.

Hayek’s latest on-screen role was alongside Channing Tatum in the final installment of the “Magic Mike” franchise.

The actress revealed that her husband, François Henri Pinault, is not jealous and had no problem with her forming a relationship with the male strippers on the set of the film.

“My husband is not a jealous man,” she told People magazine in February.

“I used to call him all the time [from set] and say, ‘Oh my God, I feel so bad,’ because I had this predisposition about how the guys, the strippers were going to be. But they’re not. They’re lovely. They’re such great guys. And [my husband] goes, ‘Oh God, you’re becoming best friends with the strippers, aren’t you?’ And I said, ‘Yes!'”

Hayek and French businessman Pinault tied the knot in 2009.

Bee Incident Sparks Bee-wareness

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In a bizarre and unexpected incident, a Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) volunteer found himself at the center of a dramatic scene when he was swarmed by bees and subsequently collapsed to the ground. The incident, caught on video, quickly spread across social media, sparking both concern and curiosity. As images of the event circulated, questions arose about the factors that led to the incident, the response from authorities, and the importance of bee safety and awareness
The incident occurred in Los Angeles, where the LAPD volunteer was assisting officers at a community event. While the exact circumstances leading to the bee swarm are yet to be determined, it is speculated that the presence of flowers or other attractants may have drawn the bees to the area.
Video footage shows the volunteer initially surrounded by a few bees, seemingly undisturbed. However, the situation escalated rapidly as more bees arrived, forming a swirling cloud around him. Overwhelmed by the sudden onslaught, the volunteer collapsed to the ground, prompting immediate concern from those nearby.
Upon witnessing the volunteer’s collapse, emergency services were promptly called to the scene. Paramedics arrived swiftly and assessed the situation, providing medical assistance and taking measures to ensure the volunteer’s safety. While the exact condition of the volunteer is unknown, it is reassuring that medical professionals were on hand to provide aid in this unusual and potentially dangerous circumstance.
As incidents involving bee swarms are relatively rare, it is crucial to understand the appropriate response to such situations. Bee swarms occur when a queen bee, along with a large group of worker bees, leaves an existing colony to establish a new one. Swarming is a natural occurrence and typically poses no threat unless disturbed. If confronted with a bee swarm, it is advisable to remain calm and slowly retreat from the area without making any sudden movements. Seeking shelter indoors or within a vehicle is the safest course of action.
The incident in Los Angeles serves as a reminder of the importance of bee conservation and public awareness. Bees play a vital role in pollinating crops, contributing to the overall health of ecosystems and the global food supply. However, bee populations worldwide have been declining due to habitat loss, pesticide exposure, climate change, and diseases.
To protect bee populations, individuals can take several steps, such as planting bee-friendly gardens with native plants, avoiding the use of pesticides harmful to bees, and supporting local beekeepers. Raising awareness about the significance of bees and their role in the environment is essential in fostering a greater sense of responsibility towards their conservation.
The incident involving a swarm of bees and the collapse of an LAPD volunteer in Los Angeles has generated both concern and discussion. While the specific details leading to the event are still being investigated, the incident highlights the need for bee safety measures and public awareness. Swift emergency response and proper understanding of bee behavior are crucial in handling such situations effectively. Moreover, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of protecting and conserving bee populations for the well-being of our environment and global food security.

Kayla Unbehaun found safe in North Carolina after being abducted as young child nearly 6 years ag

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An Illinois girl who was 9 years old when she allegedly was abducted by her non-custodial mother nearly six years ago has been found safe in North Carolina.


The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NEMEC) says Kayla Unbehaun was located after a felony warrant for kidnapping was issued for her mother, Heather, in July 2017.


“I’m overjoyed that Kayla is home safe. I want to thank [the City of Elgin, Illinois Police and Fire Departments], the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children and all of the law enforcement agencies who assisted with her case,” her father, Ryan, said in a statement. “We ask for privacy as we get to know each other again and navigate this new beginning.


A store owner in North Carolina apparently recognized Kayla after seeing her featured on an episode of the Netflix show “Unsolved Mysteries” and called police, according to WSOC.
The station reports that Heather Unbehaun is facing a child abduction charge and is being held on a $250,000 bond after her arrest in Asheville over the weekend.
The Elgin Police Department did not immediately respond to a request for comment from Fox News Digital on the morning.


NEMEC says Kayla Unbehaun was previously last seen on July 5, 2017 before being “allegedly abducted by her mother.”
On that day, her father Ryan went to pick Kayla up from an address in Wheaton, Illinois, only to learn that Heather packed her bags and left with Kayla the day before, NBC Chicago reports.
Kayla Unbehaun is now 15 years old. During the time when she was missing, NEMEC released an age-progression photo of her.


In a Facebook page titled “Bring Kayla Home,” Ryan purportedly wrote a tribute to his daughter earlier this year on her 15th birthday, on Jan. 5.
“I love you and miss you so much. I can’t wait for the day that I get to see you again, hoping each day I wake up will be the day. It could never come soon enough. I think of you every day hoping and praying that you are safe, happy and that you will come back into my life soon,” the post read. “There are so many others who love you and miss you as well.


You are a young woman now with your own thoughts and opinions. I hope you are old enough to realize you only know half of the story from one point of view,” it continued. “I hope you could remember [the] truth about how things were when we were all able to be together, how good things really were.


“The truth is I’m still alive and love you with every beat of my heart. I love you so much that there can be no bounds to measure it by. I have loved you since before you were even alive when you were just a possibility,” the post concluded. “I’ve dreamed about being your Dada since I was a little boy. And I’ve loved you through all of this

no matter what will happen and will continue to love you forever. I’ve never wanted anything but the best for you which I feel part of that is being in each other’s lives.

Texas mom killed the day before Mother’s Day while taking daughter to get a prom dress

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According to the woman’s family, a Texas mom was killed just one day before Mother’s Day while taking one of her daughters to pick out a prom dress.  

Dallas police responded to a shooting just after 4 p.m. in the 2100 block of N. Masters Drive in Dallas.

Investigators determined that four people had been shot at the location and taken to different hospitals. One of those four people, 39-year-old Ana Moreno, died from her injuries. The other bystanders – all adult males – were in critical condition, police said.

Police said two drivers were shooting at each other from separate vehicles while driving eastbound on Bruton Road. Moreno’s car was caught in the crossfire, and she was killed, police said.

It remained unclear whether the other bystanders were victims in the shooting. No suspects have been arrested as of Monday afternoon, police said.

“She was so excited to see her get ready for prom,” Moreno’s other daughter told FOX 4. “She was so excited for us to graduate, that’s all she wanted.”

Moreno’s family has created a GoFundMe page to help with funeral expenses. They said Moreno leaves behind a son and two daughters.

Florida McDonald’s found liable after Happy Meal leaves 4-year-old girl writhing in pain

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A jury found that a McDonald’s in Florida and its franchise owner are liable after a hot Chicken McNugget led to second-degree burns on a girl after it fell from a Happy Meal and landed on her leg.

A split jury determined that the franchise owner of the McDonald’s in Tamarac was negligent and that McDonald’s USA failed to warn customers about the heat risk of its food, according to the Sun Sentinel.

McDonald’s USA was not found to be negligent, and the jury dismissed the argument that the Chicken McNuggets were defective.

“Our sympathies go out to this family for what occurred in this unfortunate incident, as we hold customer safety as one of our highest priorities,” McDonald’s owner-operator Brent Upchurch said in a statement.

“We are deeply disappointed with today’s verdict because the facts show that our restaurant in Tamarac, Florida did indeed follow those protocols when cooking and serving this Happy Meal.”

The jury reportedly listened to two days of testimony regarding the Chicken McNugget incident, which happened in 2019.

Philana Holmes testified that she handed the Happy Meals to her son and then-4-year-old daughter Olivia Caraballo after purchasing them at a drive-thru in Tamarac, according to the Sun Sentinel.

Holmes said her daughter began to scream as she was driving and did not realize what was happening until she pulled over and saw the girl’s burned thigh, according to the outlet.

The mother took photos of the injury and also recorded the screams of her daughter, who is reportedly autistic. The girl’s nugget-induced screams were played in court.

Both sides agreed that the Chicken McNugget caused the burns, though the family’s lawyer argued that the nugget was more than 200 degrees while the defense maintained it never exceeded 160 degrees.

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