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Overdose-fraud charges, murder arrests, and a Kentucky church threat—plus Iran ramps up Hormuz pressure, Lady Gaga’s ghostwriter drama, and a France–England kit clash jersey swap
Bucks County woman charged in roommate’s overdose death, plus alleged post-death fraud
Christina Gallo, 38, is charged with supplying fentanyl that prosecutors say contributed to the Jan. 2, 2025 death of her roommate, Mary Wells, 34, who was found unresponsive in their Pennwood Crossing trailer home and later pronounced dead. Officials say toxicology showed a lethal mix including fentanyl, xylazine, methamphetamine, methadone, and para-fluorofentanyl. Investigators allege Gallo regularly bought fentanyl in Philadelphia and delivered the final dose on Jan. 1, 2025, and then used Wells’ debit cards to drain her accounts after her death. Gallo faces charges including drug delivery resulting in death, involuntary manslaughter, and fraud-related offenses, and is held on $250,000 bail. A second suspect, John “Twitch” Lindsay, 44, is accused of delivering methamphetamine and is jailed on $50,000 bail.
Lady Gaga book drama, ghostwriter reportedly dislikes the subject
A ghostwriter involved with a book about Lady Gaga is said to strongly dislike the singer and occasional actress, which is now raising doubts about an anecdote tied to her Oscar experience. Nothing says “credible storytelling” like someone allegedly writing about you through gritted teeth.
Strait of Hormuz tensions rise as Iran signals economic pressure, ships reportedly hit
Iran is escalating pressure around the Strait of Hormuz as the joint U.S.-Israeli operation against Iran enters its 12th day. UKMTO reported at least three commercial vessels hit in separate incidents, alongside a broader rise in reported attacks and suspicious activity in the area. Tehran has framed the campaign as economic leverage, warning that ships linked to the U.S., Israel, and partners could be targeted, while oil and gas prices swing and governments move to coordinate strategic reserve releases. Some shipping appears to be seeking exemptions or safe-passage arrangements as strikes, missiles, and drone activity continue expanding beyond the waterway.
Wisconsin man charged with murder in grandmother’s death, arrested in Utah
Randy Jenks, 36, has been charged in Wisconsin with first-degree intentional homicide in the death of his 75-year-old grandmother, Patricia Mae Glenn. She was found in her Mount Morris home lying in a pool of blood after a welfare check request. Authorities say relatives reported Jenks told them he stabbed her in the living room and fled to Ogden, Utah, where police arrested him without incident. Investigators say he also told family he stabbed her in the neck and ran because he was scared, later claiming she had “pushed him too far.” Jenks remains in custody in Utah and is expected to be extradited to Wisconsin.
France vs England kit clash forces a one-off jersey change
As the tournament heads into its final weekend, a potential kit clash has emerged for France vs England, prompting one of the teams to abandon its usual jerseys for a single match. Because nothing says “elite competition” like being thwarted by laundry logistics and the visible spectrum.
Kentucky church incident, man allegedly threatened to kill people, no weapon found
Deputies in Laurel County, Kentucky, say James D. Bell, 56, walked into Campground Pentecostal Church on Sunday afternoon and allegedly announced he was there to kill people, specifically threatening children. Congregants called 911, evacuated children, and others tried to calm him until deputies arrived. Authorities reported signs of intoxication and said no weapon was found. Bell was charged with second-degree terroristic threatening, second-degree disorderly conduct, and public intoxication, and is being held in the Laurel County Correctional Center.
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