Crime Alert 07.04.24
Digest
This episode of Crime Alert covers two shocking cases. In Oregon, a nurse named Danny Schofield is accused of stealing fentanyl from IV bags and replacing it with tap water, leading to serious infections and the deaths of 16 patients. While prosecutors are not pursuing murder charges due to the difficulty in proving direct causation, Schofield is facing a wrongful death lawsuit and has been charged with 44 counts of assault. In Maine, Joseph Eaton has been sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the murders of his parents, their friends, and their dog. He also confessed to shooting at vehicles on a highway, injuring three people. Eaton expressed regret for his actions but offered no explanation for them. The Justice Department is also pressuring Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with two fatal crashes involving its 737 MAX jetliners. Finally, the episode highlights the case of Kyosha Felix, a 16-year-old mother who went missing in Louisiana after reporting that her aunt's boyfriend had raped her. Despite initial arrests, the charges were dropped, and the investigation is ongoing.
Outlines
Nurse Steals Fentanyl, Replaces with Tap Water
This Chapter discusses the case of Danny Schofield, a nurse in Oregon who is accused of stealing fentanyl from IV bags and replacing it with tap water. This resulted in serious infections and the deaths of 16 patients. Schofield is facing charges of assault and a wrongful death lawsuit, but prosecutors are not pursuing murder charges due to the difficulty in proving direct causation.
Man Sentenced to Life for Killing Parents and Friends
This Chapter covers the sentencing of Joseph Eaton in Maine. Eaton pleaded guilty to the murders of his parents, two friends, and their dog. He also confessed to shooting at vehicles on a highway, injuring three people. Eaton expressed regret for his actions but offered no explanation for them. He was sentenced to life in prison.
Boeing Faces Criminal Fraud Charges
This Chapter discusses the Justice Department's pressure on Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with two fatal crashes involving its 737 MAX jetliners. The proposal includes Boeing agreeing to oversight by an independent monitor to ensure compliance with anti-fraud laws.
Missing Mother in Louisiana
This Chapter highlights the case of Kyosha Felix, a 16-year-old mother who went missing in Louisiana after reporting that her aunt's boyfriend had raped her. Despite initial arrests, the charges were dropped, and the investigation is ongoing.
Keywords
Danny Schofield
Danny Schofield is a nurse in Oregon who is accused of stealing fentanyl from IV bags and replacing it with tap water, leading to serious infections and the deaths of 16 patients. She is facing charges of assault and a wrongful death lawsuit.
Joseph Eaton
Joseph Eaton is a man from Maine who was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the murders of his parents, two friends, and their dog. He also confessed to shooting at vehicles on a highway, injuring three people. Eaton expressed regret for his actions but offered no explanation for them.
Boeing 737 MAX
The Boeing 737 MAX is a model of aircraft that has been involved in two fatal crashes. The Justice Department is pressuring Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with these crashes.
Fentanyl
Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is often used to treat severe pain. It can be highly addictive and dangerous, and it has been involved in a number of overdose deaths.
Kyosha Felix
Kyosha Felix is a 16-year-old mother who went missing in Louisiana after reporting that her aunt's boyfriend had raped her. Despite initial arrests, the charges were dropped, and the investigation is ongoing.
Crime Alert
Crime Alert is a podcast that covers breaking news in the world of crime and justice. The podcast features interviews with experts, victims, and law enforcement officials.
Oregon
Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is known for its beautiful scenery, including the Oregon Coast, the Cascade Mountains, and the Columbia River Gorge.
Maine
Maine is a state in the northeastern United States. It is known for its rugged coastline, its forests, and its seafood.
Louisiana
Louisiana is a state in the southern United States. It is known for its Cajun and Creole culture, its swamps, and its music.
Q&A
What charges is Danny Schofield facing after stealing fentanyl and replacing it with tap water?
Danny Schofield is facing 44 counts of assault and a wrongful death lawsuit. Prosecutors are not pursuing murder charges due to the difficulty in proving direct causation.
What was Joseph Eaton's sentence for killing his parents, friends, and their dog?
Joseph Eaton was sentenced to life in prison after pleading guilty to the murders of his parents, two friends, and their dog. He also confessed to shooting at vehicles on a highway, injuring three people.
What is the Justice Department's current stance on Boeing's involvement in the 737 MAX crashes?
The Justice Department is pressuring Boeing to plead guilty to criminal fraud in connection with two fatal crashes involving its 737 MAX jetliners. The proposal includes Boeing agreeing to oversight by an independent monitor to ensure compliance with anti-fraud laws.
What happened to Kyosha Felix, the 16-year-old mother who went missing in Louisiana?
Kyosha Felix went missing after reporting that her aunt's boyfriend had raped her. Despite initial arrests, the charges were dropped, and the investigation is ongoing.
Show Notes
Nurse Dani Schofield replaces fentanyl in IV bags with tap water. This McDonald's employee is not loving her aggravated assault charge.
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