Tim McLeod

Tim McLeod

Tim McLeod is a dedicated journalist for BethelAdvocate.com, delivering in-depth coverage across crime, community events, local government, education, and public safety. Known for clear, factual reporting and timely updates, he brings a strong local focus to every story. With a commitment to accuracy and public interest, Tim helps readers stay informed on the news that shapes their towns and neighborhoods.

Layton Teen Sparks Multi-Vehicle Crash after Taking Parents’ Car without Permission

Layton Teen Sparks Multi-Vehicle Crash after Taking Parents’ Car without Permission

Layton, UT – A 14-year-old in Layton, Utah caused a four-car crash after taking his parents’ car without permission, according to local authorities. The ...

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Fort Smith Man Arrested after High-Speed Chase Across Arkansas and Oklahoma

Fort Smith Man Arrested after High-Speed Chase Across Arkansas and Oklahoma

Fort Smith, AR – A Fort Smith man is facing felony firearm and fleeing charges after allegedly leading a high-speed pursuit through Arkansas and ...

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Woman Gave Her 5th Husband Fatal Dose of Insulin; Convicted of Her Heinous Crimes in Texas

Woman Gave Her 5th Husband Fatal Dose of Insulin; Convicted of Her Heinous Crimes in Texas

CHAMBERS COUNTY, Texas — Sarah Jean Hartsfield, 50, was convicted by a jury on Wednesday of murder for the January 7, 2023 death of ...

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Sweetwater Drug Investigation Leads to Two Arrests, 60 Grams of Meth Confiscated

Sweetwater Drug Investigation Leads to Two Arrests, 60 Grams of Meth Confiscated

Sweetwater, TX – Authorities have arrested Michael Keller and Mark Hay last week on multiple drug charges following a series of community tips, police ...

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Texas Man Arrested after Evading Police in Fiery Chase; One Deputy Rescued

Texas Man Arrested after Evading Police in Fiery Chase; One Deputy Rescued

Johnson County, Texas – A high-speed police chase spanning Johnson and Tarrant counties ended with a Johnson County sheriff’s deputy sustaining serious injuries and ...

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North Port Couple Arrested after They Left Boy on the Side of Highway with Guns and Cash; Told Him to Take Care of the House

North Port Couple Arrested after They Left Boy on the Side of Highway with Guns and Cash; Told Him to Take Care of the House

North Port, Florida – A couple has been arrested for child neglect after allegedly leaving a juvenile on the side of Interstate 75 with ...

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Frost and Freeze Threats Loom Over Massachusetts Friday Morning; Freeze Watch Issued for Boston

Frost and Freeze Threat Looms over Massachusetts Friday Morning; Freeze Watch Issued for Boston

Boston, Massa. – Massachusetts is under a freeze watch as temperatures are expected to plummet in the Boston area later this week, ending one ...

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Wisconsin Woman Charged with Reckless Homicide After Stabbing Cousin Over Taco Bell Job Dispute

Wisconsin Woman Charged with Reckless Homicide After Stabbing Cousin Over Taco Bell Job Dispute

MILWAUKEE, Wis. – Rae’Jianna Hall, 19, has been charged with reckless homicide following the stabbing death of her 18-year-old cousin, Jaquveon Wright, on September ...

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High-Speed Corvette Chase in Columbus Leads to Fiery Wreck, Multiple Criminal Charges for Driver

High-Speed Corvette Chase in Columbus Leads to Fiery Wreck, Multiple Criminal Charges for Driver

COLUMBUS, Ga. – A high-speed police chase involving a C7 Corvette ended in a fiery crash and multiple criminal charges for Clifford George Castillo, ...

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Durham Street Racing Crash Kills Father of Four, 18-Year-Old Charged with Bond Set at $1.5 Million

Durham Street Racing Crash Kills Father of Four, 18-Year-Old Charged with Bond Set at $1.5 Million

DURHAM, N.C. – An 18-year-old man, Ruiz Gomez, is facing multiple charges following a deadly street racing crash that claimed the life of Jamal ...

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