Collin College student accused of targeting elderly in financial fraud ... and more news

The Dallas Morning News

A Collin College student accused of a financial scheme targeting older adults was arrested last week on campus, authorities say. 21-year old Mark Aiseosa Kadiri was taken into custody Thursday evening following an investigation into reports of “fraudulent activities” with victims in multiple states, the Collin County Sheriff’s Office said in a Monday news release. In other news, Texas unveiled its newly acquired border ranch – offered as the site of detention facilities to help the Trump administration with proposed mass deportations — and Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham said Tuesday the state is looking to identify additional land to aid the federal effort. a Dallas police officer pleaded guilty Monday to a misdemeanor assault charge for firing “less lethal” ammunition and wounding a demonstrator who lost an eye during the 2020 protests, court records show. Sr. Cpl. Ryan Mabry was sentenced to two years deferred adjudication probation and must give up his license with the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, the state entity that certifies police officers. And with it being Thanksgiving week, no doubt you may be a bit frazzled. With family coming, a turkey to defrost and numerous football games to watch, it can be a little stressful. Have you thought about what to do with the family after the big meal is in the books? Not to worry. The Dallas Morning News has a long list of events that are perfect for your visiting out-of-town family this post-Thanksgiving weekend. From Turkey Trots to a campy Christmas and even burlesque, there’s a little something for everyone. Check out DallasNews.com to find the event for you or for those you just want to get out of the house for a few hours.

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