ROSCOMMON TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A man living illegally in the United States has been arrested on multiple counts of criminal sexual conduct following an investigation in Roscommon County, authorities said Monday.
The Roscommon County Sheriff’s Office said it launched an investigation into an alleged sexual assault involving teenage girls from the Houghton Lake area. During the investigation, officials discovered that adult men had been communicating with multiple local teens, prompting the sheriff’s office to contact the U.S. Border Patrol and agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s Homeland Security Investigations unit.
On April 25, law enforcement officers executed search warrants at several properties in Roscommon Township and Houghton Lake. Authorities said six individuals were located during the operation, including three who were identified as being illegally present in the United States. Two were turned over to federal authorities, while the third — identified as Leocado Hernandez-Garcia, 33, of Mexico — was arrested on five counts of criminal sexual conduct.
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According to investigators, Hernandez-Garcia had previously been deported from the United States in 2014 and was expelled again in 2023 under Title 42. Authorities said he reentered the country illegally at an unknown date and location without being inspected by immigration officials.
Hernandez-Garcia was arraigned Monday in the 82nd District Court in Roscommon and remains in custody awaiting further hearings. Authorities stressed that all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The sheriff’s office said no further information will be released as the investigation remains ongoing.
Assisting agencies included the U.S. Border Patrol, ICE Homeland Security Investigations, Gerrish Township Police Department, Richfield Township Department of Public Safety, and Roscommon Township Fire Department.
THIS IS THE ROSCOMMON COUNTY SHERIFF NEWS RELEASE:
04/28/2025
Criminal Sexual Conduct Involving Illegal Aliens
The Roscommon County Sheriff’s Office opened an investigation into an alleged sexual assault that occurred in Roscommon Township of Roscommon County. During the course of that investigation, investigators discovered that adult male subjects had been conversing with multiple teenage females from the Houghton Lake area. Investigators contacted federal law enforcement authorities including the United States Border Patrol and agents from United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations. Investigation showed that the suspect in this incident was in the United States illegally and residing in Houghton Lake Michigan.
On the evening of Friday, April 25, 2025, search warrants were executed at multiple properties in Roscommon Township, Houghton Lake, Michigan. We would like to thank the USBP, ICE HSI, the Gerrish Township Police Department, the Richfield Township Department of Public Safety, and the Roscommon Township Fire Department for assisting in these operations.
During these operations, six subjects were located at these premises. Three subjects were identified as being illegally present in the United States. Two of these illegal aliens were turned over to federal authorities at the scene. The third, Leocado Hernandez-Garcia - a 33-year-old man from Mexico, was arrested on 5 counts of criminal sexual conduct. An illegal alien from Mexico, he had been removed from the United States previously on two occasions. Hernandez-Garcia was deported from the United States in 2014. He was encountered again in 2023 and expelled under Title 42. He reentered the United States a third time at unknown date and location without inspection by an immigration official.
Hernandez-Garcia was arraigned on his criminal charges in the 82nd District Court in Roscommon on 04/28/2025 and awaits further hearings in the District Court. As always, all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Please do not call for further information reference this incident. This is the only information that is being released reference this ongoing investigation.
Taylor, Michigan School Superintendent Bans Political Displays in Classrooms follow pushback from parents. Decision follows national debates ove
TAYLOR, Mich. - Taylor School District’s superintendent Mike Wegher announced a ban on classroom displays considered politically controversial after a photo surfaced of a local classroom decorated with a Black Lives Matter flag, a “Science is Real” banner, and a Taylor Swift poster.
The image sparked backlash in the community, with some parents arguing the displays promoted political messages. Superintendent Mark Maloney said the new policy will prohibit all political symbols, including Black Lives Matter, “Blue Lives Matter,” and “Don’t Tread on Me” flags.
“This policy applies across the board,” Maloney said. “Whether it’s BLM, Blue Lives Matter, or Don’t Tread on Me, we’re not allowing any of it. Our classrooms should remain focused on education, not political debate.” He noted that items tied directly to classroom material would still be permitted but acknowledged it could take time for staff to adjust.
The move places Taylor among a growing number of ...
Troy, Michigan School District announces junior varsity football coach is out of a job due to recent comments. There have been hundreds (maybe thousands) of people who have lost their jobs over the last day due to circumstances like this.
“ if you thought that my husband‘s mission was powerful before, you have no idea. You have no idea what you have just unleashed across this entire country. You have no idea. You have no idea the fire and you have ignited within this wife..” said Erika Kir
“ if you thought that my husband‘s mission was powerful before, you have no idea. You have no idea what you have just unleashed across this entire country. You have no idea. You have no idea the fire and you have ignited within this wife..” said Erika Kirk just now.
BREAKING - President Trump states that the suspect in Charlie Kirk’s assassination has been arrested in southern Utah, adding that the assassin’s own father and minister turned him in.
BREAKING - President Trump states that the suspect in Charlie Kirk’s assassination has been arrested in southern Utah, adding that the assassin’s own father and minister turned him in.
What is Discord? The Platform at the Center of the Charlie Kirk Shooter’s Online Activity
The chat app, once designed for gamers, has grown into a massive online community where conversations range from harmless hobbies to political extremism.
In the aftermath of the Charlie Kirk shooting, investigators revealed that the gunman was active on Discord, a platform that may be unfamiliar to many Americans but is widely used among younger generations.
Discord is a free communication app that combines elements of group chats, social media, and online forums. Launched in 2015, it was originally built for gamers who wanted a place to talk while playing online. Over time, it has grown far beyond gaming, with more than 150 million active users worldwide using it for everything from politics and hobbies to education and business.
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The platform is organized into "servers," which are essentially online communities. Each server can host multiple text channels for conversations, voice channels for live discussions, and even video hangouts. Some servers are public and open to anyone, while others are private and require invitations.
Part of what makes Discord appealing is also what makes it concerning for law enforcement: its mix of anonymity and community. Users can sign up with little more than a screen name and an email address. Conversations often happen in private servers, making it harder to monitor. While Discord has worked to crack down on illegal content and extremist groups, critics argue it remains a breeding ground for harmful speech, conspiracy theories, and in some cases, coordination of violence..
For most users, Discord is harmless—a place to connect with friends, talk about music, play games, or share interests. But as investigators are finding in the Kirk case, it can also be a space where anger festers unchecked and dangerous plans are quietly discussed.
As this investigation continues, the role of Discord will likely face new scrutiny, raising fresh questions about the balance between online free speech, privacy, and public safety.
Family of Suspect Says He Expressed Hatred for Charlie Kirk Before Shooting; New Details Emerge on Discord Messages and Etched Cartridges
New details surface about the suspect, the weapon, and what investigators found
According to a family member, Tyler Robinson had recently become deeply political and, during a dinner before the murder, specifically voiced his hatred of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Relatives also say investigators uncovered Discord messages from a user named “Tyler” describing where a rifle would be picked up, noting it was wrapped in a towel. Additional messages reportedly mentioned a scope and changing outfits.
Family members claim several unfired cartridges carried disturbing inscriptions, including one that read “Hate,” another stating “If you read this, you are gay, LAMO,” and a third with additional markings. Robinson’s family told authorities they recognized him in photos circulated by investigators and turned him in. He was found several hours south of the crime scene, near the Utah-Arizona-Nevada border. President Donald Trump has said the death penalty is under consideration, while Utah Governor Spencer Cox described one bullet casing as bearing a symbol often associated with extremist groups.
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Background of the Shooting
Charlie Kirk, the 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA and a prominent conservative commentator, was killed on September 10, 2025, during an event at Utah Valley University in Orem, Utah. Kirk had just begun his signature “Prove Me Wrong” debate format when a single shot struck him in the neck.
Investigators say the shot was fired from a nearby rooftop with a high-powered bolt-action rifle. Surveillance footage released by the FBI showed a man in dark clothing fleeing the scene. Forensic investigators recovered the suspected weapon along with shoe prints and imprints on the rooftop.
Authorities later confirmed the suspect was 22-year-old Utah resident Tyler Robinson. According to the Associated Press, someone close to Robinson recognized him from images shared by the FBI and alerted law enforcement, leading to his arrest. The Daily Mail reported that Robinson’s father, a longtime sheriff’s deputy, helped secure his son before police took him into custody.
The below post is from Robinson’s mom’s Facebook page
Ongoing Investigation
The FBI has described the shooting as a targeted political assassination. President Trump and Governor Cox have both condemned the killing, promising accountability and transparency. Questions remain about Robinson’s motive, the extent of his planning, and whether anyone else assisted him.
Authorities have not yet confirmed details about the alleged Discord messages or cartridge inscriptions. As the investigation continues, prosecutors will decide how to proceed in a case that has already shocked the nation and drawn widespread attention to online radicalization and political violence.
This is video of Robinson with the voice of his mother.
U-M prof defends Charlie Kirk assassination: Violence ‘is a solution’ to ‘violent rhetoric spewed by empowered people’
Amid the breaking news Wednesday of the political assassination of free speech champion Charlie Kirk while giving his opinions on the Utah Valley University campus, University of Michigan Associate Professor Charles H.F. Davis III posted this on X:
Even if you believe violence isn’t the answer, it is a solution, especially to the violent conditions and violent rhetoric spewed by empowered people that create them.
— Never Forgive Them for What They’ve Done (@hfdavis) September 10, 2025
“Even if you believe violence isn’t the answer, it is a solution, especially to the violent conditions and violent rhetoric spewed by empowered people that create them,” Davis wrote.
He reposted several tweets defending the murder.
Davis reposted, “Charlie Kirk is a reminder of two things: your words don’t skip consequences, they just collect interest. And lastly, empathy has boundaries. Good luck.”
Among several others, Davis also reposted, “He spent his entire life disparaging immigrants, disrespecting women, and blaming black folks, only to get shot in one of the whitest places on earth.” Click here to read more.
Pam Bondi Puts School Districts on Notice About ‘Abusive’ Acts Against Parental Rights
Attorney General Pam Bondi directed the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division Wednesday to champion parental rights at schools and monitor attempts to undermine them.
“Recent years have seen a disturbing trend in which state and local authorities have brought radical gender and racial ideology into our public schools while suppressing dissenting viewpoints,” Bondi warned in a memo to the division. “Worse still, they have ignored, dismissed, and even retaliated against concerned parents who speak out against these morally and factually bankrupt ideologies and in defense of their own children.”
Bondi directed the Civil Rights Division “to be alert to violations of parental rights and First Amendment liberties in educational settings.” She also directed U.S. attorneys to “work with federal, state, and local partners to identify and respond to credible threats against parents and violations of their federal rights.” Click here to read more.
70-year-old woman bites pit bull to save her dog during attack
ORLANDO, Fla. – A 70-year-old woman went to extreme measures to save her dog from another dog that attacked it by biting back.
Shirley Pasamanick said the attack came out of nowhere as she was walking her 14-year-old dog Sparky in a shopping plaza.
“All of a sudden, my dog’s getting attacked,” she said.
In the video that captured the incident, Pasamanick and Sparky can be heard screaming for help as she tries to fight off the pit bull.
“I had my cane, I started beating him with the cane,” she said.
When she could not get the dog to stop attacking Sparky, Pasamanick, who weighs only 91 pounds, decided she would bite the pit bull. Click here to read more.
Police say burglars arrested after stealing electronics, contacting victim for password
PAINTSVILLE, Ky. -Two people were arrested Tuesday in connection to a burglary in the Paintsville community.
Officers with the Paintsville Police Department say they received a call about a burglary on Bridge Street several weeks ago, when homeowners returned from out of town to find missing electronics, business finance materials, and more.
“They had a lot of electronics, computers, household items stolen. They also discovered once they got back in town that their business- they own a local business- their business bank card debit card has been taken,” said Paintsville Public Safety Director Darrell Preston.
The victims said more than $1,000 was charged to their account and they soon began receiving messages on Facebook from a person claiming to have purchased one of their computers on Facebook Marketplace. The person was asking to meet up with them so they could provide a password to unlock the computer. Click here to read more.
Cancer survivor makes gift for friends that could save their lives
FOX 2 - Meet a man who had bracelets made for his buddies, they come with a message and a condition - he hopes will save lives.
The backstory:
"It's scary - any cancer is scary," said William McShane. "So your reaction is, ‘I wanna run,’ you wish you hadn't done it. 'Why did I do this?'"
Now 81, William McShane is thinking back to his prostate cancer diagnosis more than a decade ago. He felt fine, but a blood test showed a rising PSA level.
"I didn't feel anything - you typically don't feel anything," he said. "I didn't have any symptoms of it."
The PSA test looks at a level of a specific protein in the blood, Williams' concerning level prompted a biopsy which confirmed the cancer.
He believes it was only found because he was committed to a yearly checkup.
"I think guys typically don't do that," he said. "My recommendation to any guy is at least get it done every year - you want to get our PSA tested .. that's the marker." Click here to read more.
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