Posted September 2nd, 2010 at 8:12AM by Michelle Sigona
Jaliek Rainwalker MISSING
It’s been three years since Jaliek Rainwalker disappeared from his home in Greenwich, NY and today a search for the 12-year-old will resume. Divers will descend on an area of the Battenkill River in Middle Falls that they had not previously been able to search. This is the first the time this portion of the body of water has been deemed safe, and it is possibly an area Jaliek’s father mentioned when he was working with authorities.
The last 34 months have been a roller coaster ride for investigators as they have conducted numerous searches, followed hundreds of leads and have tried to work with Jaliek’s adopted parents. Reportedly, police say his mother and father are no longer cooperating with the investigation, Jaliek has not been seen, and they fear the worst. Barbara Reeley, Jaliek’s adopted grandmother, has not given up hope. She is well known by the community and is doing everything she can to help investigators find her grandson. Reeley was even charged with burglary when she allegedly broke into her daughter’s home to look for evidence in this case. Police say she uncovered the yellow pullover fleece Jaliek was last seen wearing, but still no one has been charged with any crimes in this case.In March 2010, investigators released a new age enhanced photo of what Jaliek would look like today, hoping the image and the attention would jog the memories of those who may have information.
If you know anything, please contact investiagtors: (518) 692-9332
Posted September 1st, 2010 at 7:58PM by Michelle Sigona
James Lee, Suspect
It was a four hour standoff at the Discovery Channel headquarters in Silver Spring, Md., a suburb of Washington, D.C. today before three hostages were released and the man who held them captive was shot and killed. Montgomery County Police Chief Thomas Manger said James Lee, 43, a frequent protestor, was upset with Discovery’s environmental programming for some time now. Just after 1 p.m. he burst through the lobby of the headquartered building with a gun and canisters strapped to his body. The canisters appeared to be explosives and Manger said the device went off, but he wouldn’t elaborate on the details.
Witnesses report hearing multiple shots when Lee entered the building, but investigators have not verified that information either. Lee has protested the network in the past because he believed Discovery had very little to do with actually saving the planet, and their focus was more on products to make money. In 2008 Lee was arrested in Silver Spring for throwing money in the air and trying to draw crowds and attention to his message about the network.
Posted September 1st, 2010 at 9:44AM by Michelle Sigona
Shantina Smiley (left) Remembering Azriel (right)
Almost six months have passed since Shantina Smiley and her 8-year-old son Azriel Carver went missing off a beach in Washington State. Sadly, Azriel’s body was found shortly after they disappeared, but there’s been no sign of Shantina. She has vanished. I spoke with Lt. Chris Mealey from the Thurston County Sheriff’s Office recently and he said, “It’s still an open case and if we get information we will move on it as quickly as we can.” He also said that the leads have fizzled out and there is a chance she went into the water with her son, but they have no official confirmation on that.
I confirmed with the Medical Examiner’s office in Tacoma that Azriel’s death is officially ruled an accident and drowning is the cause of death. The area where his body was found is west of Tacoma, Washington, and about 12 miles from where Azriel and his mom’s mini-van was found on a private beach. Azriel’s father flew in from Lancaster to help look for his son initially, and was near the location when Azriel was found. Several memorial services have been held on Grand Island in memory of the child and Shantina.
Posted August 31st, 2010 at 8:31AM by Michelle Sigona
According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, people who have legitimate access to children are some of the same individuals who are producing child pornography. It is a federal crime to have child porn in your possession. The Cyber Tiplinewas created to report these types of crimes against children. You can call the tip center with information on people who manufacture, distribute or have child pornography in their possession. If you know of children who are being recruited for these disgusting acts, please report that to the tip line as well. It is also a federal crime to send obscene material to any child under the age of 16. Take a look at the helpful information under the Cyber Tipline to understand more about protecting the youth.
Posted August 30th, 2010 at 12:16PM by Michelle Sigona
FBI ATLANTA PHOTO
Gun wielding, wig wearing bandits could be responsible for three bank robberies in Atlanta, Georgia. Agents say since July 27, two black males wearing women’s wigs have hit Wachovia banks in close proximity. The suspects order workers and bank patrons to the floor and have fled the locations with an undisclosed amount of cash in a silver Lexus. Special Agent Stephen Emmett told me today that the vehicle was discovered last week at an undisclosed location in the Atlanta area and the car is being processed. “It’s never as fast as you see on CSI,” said Emmett, but his team is working diligently to uncover information that could lead to the suspects’ arrests.
Emmett also added that there are two other robberies in the area where the suspects were not wearing wigs, but the motive is the same. “Thankfully we do not see a lot of take over style bank robberies when they are prompting people to the floor and taking over customers.”
According to the FBI website, the robbers are described as follows:
Posted August 30th, 2010 at 7:42AM by Michelle Sigona
Judy Forrest (left) Kanika Powell (right)
Kanika Powell’s case is a mystery to detectives in Prince George’s County, Maryland. Sunday marked the two year anniversary since her murder. I met Kanika’s mother, Judy Forrest, last year at the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims in Washington, D.C. Judy continues to stand tall and is full of faith that the person who took her daughter’s life will be caught, and I share that faith with her.
Kanika graduated from Largo High School in 1998, and enlisted in the Army two years later. She served in Korea, and returned to her home in Prince George’s County after her tour. She then took on a job as a security contractor at Hopkins laboratory. Kanika was very private about the work she did for the laboratory, and wouldsometimes travel for days at a time to handle a work project before returning. Although Judy says she always knew where her daughter was going, Kanika’s family and friends were aware that she was not allowed to discuss what she did when she got there.
Posted August 27th, 2010 at 8:09AM by Michelle Sigona
BREAKING NEWS UPDATE: Great news! Judges in France just ruled that Jean Paul will go home with his mother Berenice. The panel granted custody to Berenice (which she had in America all along). FOX San Antonio has a reporter imbedded with Berenice and they broke the news just a few hours ago. We do not know when Jean Paul will return from France, but this is a positive leap in the right direction… More to come..
Jean Paul Missing
This case was running through my mind this morning. I was searching through my files and the date December 18, 2009 popped up. That was the last time I brought you the case of Jean Paul who was taken illegally from his bus stop. Since then, a grand jury issued a felony indictment for the felony offenses of kidnapping, aggravated perjury and interference with child custody against his father, Jean Philippe Lacombe.
Posted August 26th, 2010 at 10:25AM by Michelle Sigona
The National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims is only a month away. This year the event will take place on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. This important day is a partnership between the Maryland Crime Victim Resource Center (MCVRC), Parents of Murdered Children (POMC) and the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC).
According to the MCVRC, “The event honors the lives of those taken by violence; publicly recognizes the impact of homicide on their surviving family members and friends; and pays tribute to those organizations that work with and provide services to survivors of homicide victims.”
There are scholarships available for travel costs. You can find out more about those on the Parents of Murdered Children’s website.
SCHEDULE:
1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. – “Supporting Survivors: A Forum for Discussion” – This portion of the day will focus on exploring issues that survivors face and helping to meet their needs.
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. – CEREMONY – This will highlight the unveiling of the “Murder Wall” to honor victims’ memories. This is an exhibit provided by POMC, and will have thousands of victims’ names inscribed in the wall.
Posted August 26th, 2010 at 8:12AM by Michelle Sigona
Fahd Mohammed Ahmed Al-Quso
The FBI needs your help tracking down Fahd Mohammed Ahemd Al-Quso. He was indicted in the southern district of New York for his alleged part in the October 2000 bombing of the USS Cole in Yemen. During this attack, sadly17 American sailors were killed. Agents say Ahmed Al-Quso speaks Arabic, uses a list of aliases. At this point, he could be hiding out anywhere in the world.
You could receive a $5 million dollar reward for information leading to the direct apprehension or conviction, in any country for Al-Quso. The Counterterrorism Calendar indicates he is 5’6” and weighs 150 pounds. He was born on November 12, 1974 in Aden, Yemen and has a Saudi Arabian citizenship.
Posted August 25th, 2010 at 12:20PM by Michelle Sigona
Holly Trimble Missing
There has been no sign of an Ohio woman who’s been missing for almost a week. Investigators and family members say Holly Trimble, 37, vanished and hasn’t been seen since 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 19. Columbus Police have searched the fields near her home, but no clues in this case have surfaced.
Holly’s keys, cell phone and wallet were left inside her home along with her vehicle. Holly, who is a Senior Pricing Analyst for Nationwide Insurance, did not show up for work this week. Her family has plastered her local town with fliers hoping to gain exposure and lead to her whereabouts.
She is 5″9″ – brown hair – brown eyes.
If you have any information, please contact the Columbus Police:
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The National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims is only a month away. This year the event will take place on Saturday, September 25, 2010 at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. This important day is a partnership between the Maryland Crime Victim Resource Center (MCVRC), Parents of Murdered Children (POMC) and the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). 
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