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An athletic trainer at Sequatchie County High School has been charged with two felony counts after illicit images involving animals and animated children were allegedly found on his cell phone. Donald Brent Oliver, 57, of Sparta, Tennessee, is charged with sexual exploitation of a minor and sexual activity with animals, according to jail and court records. The matter came to light when a school district administrator notified the state Department of Children's Services and local law enforcement "of an allegation that a former employee had engaged in inappropriate communication with a student via social media," a letter to parents issued by Director of Schools Sarai Pierce said. The letter doesn't mention criminal allegations now filed against Oliver. "We have been working in close coordination with the police on this situation, and the individual is no longer employed by the school district," Pierce said in the letter. (READ MORE: Former Hamilton County teacher to serve life without parole) In a phone call, Sheriff Bill Phillips said a school resource officer from his department assisted in the investigation, but the District Attorney's Office led the probe. Meanwhile, Oliver remains behind bars without bond. A person who initially answered the phone listed on

Jul 14, 2025 Shares of Snapchat surged 4.3% in the afternoon trading session following a positive endorsement from investment firm Citizens JMP. The firm reiterated its "Market Outperform" rating and set a $12.00 price target on the stock, as reported by Yahoo Finance. This comes amid concerns over potential short-term risks tied to recent leadership changes, specifically the appointment of Mary Ann Belliveau as the new president of North America Sales. Despite these concerns, the reaffirmed positive outlook indicates a strong belief in Snapchat's strategic direction, with the $12.00 price target suggesting a notable upside from its current trading level of $9.51. The stock's movement, cooling to a 4.2% increase at $9.51, underscores the market's perception of the news as significant yet not transformative for the company's overall business outlook. Snapchat's shares have experienced volatility, with 29 instances of moves exceeding 5% over the past year. The stock is down 15.4% year-to-date and currently trades 41.4% below its 52-week high of $16.21 from July 2024. For investors who purchased $1,000 worth of shares five years ago, their investment would now be valued at $400.38. As the tech landscape evolves, young investors might draw lessons from historical market shifts, where companies

In a world where smartphones rarely leave anyone’s hands, apps have become trusted companions for work, play, and staying connected. Yet behind sleek interfaces and addictive features, some apps quietly siphon far more data than their users ever suspect. These digital spies often slip permissions into lengthy terms and conditions that few read but nearly everyone accepts. While sharing a location might seem harmless, many apps dig deeper, scooping up contacts, browsing habits, and even private messages. 1. Facebook Facebook remains a giant in the social media landscape, but its appetite for user data has sparked countless controversies. Beyond tracking location, the app monitors browsing behavior both inside and outside the platform through tracking pixels. Facebook collects information about contacts, messages, app usage, and even how long users hover over certain posts. This massive trove of personal information fuels targeted advertising that feels almost psychic, despite efforts to rebrand as Meta, the core business model still hinges on extracting detailed user profiles. 2. TikTok TikTok’s rise to fame has been meteoric, captivating millions with its short-form videos and viral challenges. Beneath the fun, the app has faced scrutiny for collecting vast amounts of data, including keystroke patterns and device identifiers.

Photo by Emily Elconin/Getty Images | Published: Jul 13, 2025 09:49 am An Indianapolis mother of seven is now facing serious charges after a long investigation into accusations that she tried to sell her baby girl. The case started with a message on a social media platform and led to the arrest of 32-year-old Morgan D. Stapp on a felony charge related to child sex trafficking . According to TooFab, the investigation began when Snapchat flagged a suspicious message and alerted the FBI. Federal agents first spoke to Ms. Stapp on November 11, 2024, about her possible involvement in a plan to traffic her 7-month-old daughter for sex. During this first interview, Ms. Stapp claimed that her Snapchat account had been “hacked” and that she could no longer access it. She said she was upset because she had lost photos of her seven children due to the supposed hacking. She also told the agents that Snapchat had emailed her, saying her account was permanently banned because of suspected “online commercial sex transactions.” However, later that same month, Ms. Stapp changed her story. She admitted to the Indiana Department of Child Services that she had lied to the FBI agents. She

A young man who threatened to stab a girl he met on Snapchat if she didn’t become his girlfriend has escaped a prison sentence. Satvik Sangwan was found guilty by a jury last month of causing the woman “fear or alarm” over an eight-day period in October 2023, following a trial at Paisley Sheriff Court. The 24-year-old maintained his innocence throughout the trial and the court yesterday heard his position remains the same. READ MORE: Two dogs die in Renfrewshire after being 'left in car' during hot weather READ MORE: St Mirren duo set to miss Premier Sports Cup group opener due to 'virus' The McDonald’s worker was found guilty of repeatedly following the girl and threatening to kill and stab her if she didn’t become his girlfriend. Sangwan had only met the girl on two occasions and committed the crimes while at Lidl in the town’s Renfrew Road and elsewhere in Paisley. The town’s court heard when the scared victim tried to block Sangwan from contacting her on Snapchat, he created another account in a bid to speak to her. Sangwan’s defence agent told the court he was awaiting the outcome of his visa application and this conviction may

LIMA — The Lima Police Department is investigating an apparent homicide that happened Friday evening. According to a release from the department, at around 7:40 p.m., officers responded to the 800 block of State Street after receiving notice of shots fired at a family gathering. Upon arriving, officers found Damariante Dillingham, 30, suffering from a gunshot wound. Dillingham was transported to Mercy Health-St. Rita’s Medical Center but later died from his injuries at the hospital. Detectives spoke to several witnesses at the scene and have started to gather evidence on what led to the shooting. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at 419-229-7867, Detective Sean Neidemire at 419-221-5295, Detective Sgt. Stechschulte at 419-221-5181, or the Lima Police Department at 419-227-4444.

Ryan Rivera and Jake M. Beauchamp (Photos courtesy Ocean County Jail)   TOMS RIVER – Police said that video taken during a high speed chase was recorded and shared so that the people in the car could show off to people on Snapchat.   The videos, including one of the crash that killed two young people, were shown in court, according to a report by The Patch. The incident was also shown in court from a different perspective – that of the police dashcam.   “The purpose was to film it and post it in their 28-person Snapchat group for clout,” Monmouth County Assistant Prosecutor Travis Clark said in The Patch article. Prosecutors said that their BMW was upgraded to go over 100 mph and that they changed the license plate to a fake plate after they first got spotted by police.   The crash claimed the lives of two residents, Evan Fiore, 23, and Kiley Armstrong, 21. On the night of March 7, Fiore was driving his Toyota Camry at the intersection of Routes 166 and 37 when the BMW collided with them. Passengers in Fiore’s car were Kiley’s twin, Krista Armstrong, and Ryan Chapman, 19. They were severely

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HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WMBF) - Authorities in Horry County say a man has been arrested after reported child sex crimes. The Horry County Sheriff’s Office Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force said on Thursday, 23-year-old Justin Martin was charged with five counts of sexual exploitation of a minor. Justin Martin (Horry County Sheriffs Office) Investigators say they received three tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children about alleged criminal activity on the messenger platform Kik and Snapchat. This case will be prosecuted by the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office Stay with WMBF News for updates. Feel more informed, prepared, and connected with WMBF. For more free content like this, download our apps. Have feedback that can help us improve? Click here. Copyright 2025 WMBF. All rights reserved.

Thursday, July 10, 2025 9:28PM A Raleigh firefighter and his wife face at least 10 years in prison. RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- A former Raleigh firefighter and his wife pleaded guilty on Thursday to running a large-scale drug trafficking operation. Nicholas Banister, 36, and his wife, Amanda, 26, admitted to using the dark web and cryptocurrency to distribute drugs, primarily in the Glenwood South area. Authorities said Banister bought drugs for resale on the dark web and paid for them with crypto. "The defendant, a Raleigh firefighter, served in a position of public trust, but was hiding in plain sight as he and his wife sold numerous types of illegal narcotics around businesses the community frequently visits," said Acting U.S. Attorney Daniel P. Bubar. "I'm proud of our federal and state partners at the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) and North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (NC ALE) for their hard work, which is holding these individuals accountable and making our community safer." According to court documents, Banister and his wife conspired to sell cocaine and methamphetamine to an undercover law enforcement officer at the Morgan Street Food Hall in Raleigh four separate times. Nicholas Banister (left) Amanda Banister