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A man indicted on felony charges of impersonating a police officer and false imprisonment was working as a security guard at Augusta Mall while his criminal case remained open, according to court records. Mason Marsh had been arrested in 2025 and was out on a $20,000 bond when he was identified as security personnel during a shoplifting intervention at the mall on July 17, 2026.

According to WRDW, Marsh was employed by Andy Frain Services, the contractor that staffs security at the mall. A grand jury indicted Marsh in January 2026 on charges of impersonating an officer and false imprisonment stemming from a 2025 incident in which he allegedly pulled over a 40-year-old woman in Augusta. Marsh has pleaded not guilty, and the case against him remains open.

Police reports describe Marsh using red and blue lights during the stop and claiming to be a police officer. He allegedly told the woman he was a fireman and did not need to show his badge, and warned her that he had her address and would come to her house. The Richmond County Sheriff's Office, responding to Marsh's initial arrest, publicly urged drivers who doubt a stopping vehicle's legitimacy to call 911 so dispatchers can confirm whether an actual officer is making the stop.

A Second Encounter Months Later

The case did not end with Marsh's initial arrest. On May 6, 2026, while wearing a security vest, duty belt and baton, Marsh allegedly told another person he met at SRP Park that he was a cop and took that person to Regency Mall, according to the report cited by WRDW. The report also says Marsh took that person to Regency Mall.

A former officer approached Marsh about the 2025 charges on July 18, 2026, and Marsh reportedly told deputies the incident had been resolved. It was not. The court case remains active, and Marsh last appeared in court in April 2026, when attorneys discussed a potential resolution or proceeding to trial, the report notes.

How He Got Hired While Under Indictment

Georgia law requires private security firms to forward employee fingerprints to the Georgia Crime Information Center and the FBI for criminal background checks, according to Justia Law. The statute requires fingerprint processing and recordkeeping but does not establish how the resulting reports function in the licensing process. Andy Frain Services, an Illinois-based contractor that provides commercial security and event staffing nationwide, explicitly requires job applicants to submit to a criminal background investigation and drug screening as a condition of employment, per Breakroom. How Marsh cleared that screening while under active felony indictment remains unclear.

Andy Frain Services has since confirmed it no longer employs Marsh and said in a statement that it prioritizes the safety of its workplace, clients and community.

What Marsh Could Face If Convicted

The sources cited here do not establish the penalty for impersonating a public officer or peace officer in Georgia. False imprisonment under Georgia statute is punishable by one to ten years in prison, per Chehimi Law, and unlike kidnapping, the charge does not require that a victim be physically moved. The sources cited here do not establish a combined maximum prison term if Marsh is convicted on both counts.

Richmond County Sheriff's Office Lieutenant James Kelly said following Marsh's initial arrest that police impersonation cases are rare locally but pose a serious risk, warning that they can damage public trust in legitimate law enforcement. Andy Frain Services is the contractor that staffs security at Augusta Mall. Marsh's case remains open, and this account does not address bond revocation.

A man stepped in during a physical confrontation involving a woman and several Security Guards in a video circulating on X. The post, which was reshared by X user u kingin247, has received more than 2.1 million views.

Although the post on X described the men in the video as "cops," the video made it clear that they were security guards, judging from the writing on their shirts. And despite these men not being official police officers, it doesn't take away from the fact that the young woman assaulted them first, and therefore was in the wrong.

The video begins during an apparent confrontation. Less than five seconds into the clip, the woman appears to swing at one of the Security Guards which landed directly across his cheek. He immediately stepped closer to her, causing her to back up.

It was at that moment that a young man wearing a black shirt stepped between the combative woman and the Security Guard with his fists clenched, as if trying to protect her. It must be noted that the young man was wearing a brace around his wrist, indicating that he was injured.

The Security Guard then grabbed his arm in an attempt to detain him, causing a struggle to ensue. The woman he appeared to be defending stepped in to defend him and free his hand from the Security Guard's grasp, which only made matters worse.

As the struggle continued, the man in the black shirt swung at the Security Guard which didn't connect with the Security Guard's face. He went on to swing more wild punches at his head with the same hand that was in a brace. Eventually, it took two Guards to subdue him. But while they were doing so, the same combative woman and other bystanders joined in to assault the Security Guards. They were clearly outnumbered.

Video Shows Woman Appearing to Strike Security Guard During Confrontation

According to a report from the law firm Laffey Bucci D'Andrea Reich & Ryan, the role of a security guard is to keep people safe, patrol, monitor, and intervene when things go wrong. he report discusses circumstances in which security guards may intervene during a confrontation.

However, the report says that Security Guards are allowed to use excessive force depending on the circumstance. The report explains that if someone uses an extreme act of violence, like throwing a punch, Security Guards are allowed to use lethal force to subdue them. It says further that they can be held accountable if they fail to act responsibly.

As the video continued, the two security guards each held the young man by an arm to subdue him. That's not until the unruly woman intervened again and pushed the Security Guards, then followed it up with multiple punches to his face.

It was pandemonium as a random woman from the crowd lunged forward and pulled the combative woman off of the Security Guard. Another person accompanying the woman then stepped into the fight, hitting, punching, and pulling the woman's hair.

Simultaneously, the man with the black shirt was struck and fell to the ground, screaming in pain. He could be heard complaining about his hand after falling. He could be heard yelling, "Stop breaking my bones," to the Security Guard who still held his hand tightly to detain him.

This X user commented, "First off, they are not cops. Second, don't go trying to get into fights if your wrist is broken and third, Don't fight a girl twice your size."

Another commenter wrote, "Stop trying to play the chivalrous hero when the entire video clearly shows direct hostility against law enforcement."

Another commenter said, "Everyone talking about security or cop , ignoring those people attacking the security guard while doing their job."

The video does not provide additional information about the identities of those involved or whether police were called following the confrontation. The Daily Dot was unable to independently verify the circumstances surrounding the incident or determine whether any arrests or charges resulted from it.

Synopsis A video from Noida’s Sector 39 District Hospital has raised patient-safety concerns after a security guard was seen filling syringes with medication. Following an internal inquiry, hospital authorities dismissed security guard Sunil Kumar and staff nurse Richa Kumari. The hospital also sought an explanation from the outsourcing agency involved.

A viral video reportedly from Noida's District Hospital in Sector 39 has raised serious questions over patient safety after a security guard was allegedly seen filling syringes with medication meant for patients. Following an internal inquiry, the hospital has taken action against the guard and a staff nurse linked to the incident.

Video triggers hospital inquiry The video shows a security guard in a blue uniform filling syringes at a counter on the hospital’s fifth floor. A staff nurse was on duty at the time, while a doctor and other paramedical personnel were reportedly present nearby.

According to officials, the incident took place late on August 14 in the medical ward. The footage later surfaced on social media, prompting concerns about whether an untrained security worker was allowed to handle medicines intended for patients.

The incident has particularly drawn attention because preparing and administering medication is a clinical responsibility and should be handled by appropriately trained healthcare personnel.

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Adamu Garba walked into the Federal University Wukari not with a lecturing note, but with a security uniform. With just an NCE qualification, he took the job as a Security Guard, responsible for watching over the same campus he would one day teach in.

Long before the university gates, Adamu’s early life was rooted in hard work. He grew up herding cattle, a background that taught him discipline, patience, and resilience. Those lessons would later carry him through years of night shifts and early mornings on campus.

While on duty, Adamu refused to let his NCE be the end of his academic story.

He enrolled at the Federal University Wukari through Direct Entry, choosing to study in the very institution where he was guarding students and staff. Balancing work and classes was not easy, but he stayed committed. Years of sacrifice paid off. Adamu graduated with a Second Class Upper, 2:1, in Sociology. It was more than a degree. It was proof that where you start does not determine where you finish, and that education can open doors even while you’re standing at the gate.

Years of sacrifice paid off. Adamu graduated with a Second Class Upper, 2:1, in Sociology. It was more than a degree. It was proof that where you start does not determine where you finish, and that education can open doors even while you’re standing at the gate.

After graduation, the university recognized his growth and dedication. Adamu has now been appointed as a Graduate Assistant, a Lecturer, in the Department of Sociology. The man who once checked IDs at the entrance now stands in lecture halls guiding the next generation of students.

His story is rare because it all happened in one place. From herding cattle, to guarding the university gates, to sitting in its classrooms as a student, and now teaching in those same classrooms. Federal University Wukari has witnessed every chapter of his transformation.

Colleagues describe Adamu as quiet, focused, and consistent. He didn’t announce his plans loudly. He just showed up, studied, wrote exams, and improved. His resilience turned a security post into a stepping stone, not a stopping point.

Adamu’s story carries a simple but powerful reminder: Your current position does not define your future. Whether you are a Guard, a driver, a trader, or a student struggling to pay fees, continuous learning and determination can rewrite your path.

Today, Adamu Garba is celebrated not just by his department, but by thousands who see themselves in his journey. Congratulations, Adamu Garba. From the gate to the classroom, your story is proof that with education, resilience, and belief, any life can change.

Reigning Dancing With the Stars pro winner Witney Carson will return for season 35 with a new celebrity partner.

Carson, 32, will set her sights on chasing down another mirrorball trophy with Jimmy Kimmel Live! sidekick Guillermo Rodriguez when the competition returns for a two-night premiere on Tuesday, September 15, and Wednesday, September 16.

“Dude, I was so stoked,” Carson said on the Monday, August 17, episode of Good Morning America. “I think he is so sweet. He’s so fun. That’s exactly what I need in this season of life that I’m in, just someone who’s fun, personable.”

The pairing comes after Carson and her previous partner, Robert Irwin, took out top honors in season 34 of DWTS.

Rodriguez, 55, who rose to fame on the late-night show as a parking lot Security Guard for Jimmy Kimmel, 58, was announced as a season 35 cast member in June. Kimmel announced his costar’s appointment at the time, sharing with fans during his show, “This September, Guillermo will become the first-ever parking lot Security Guard to dance with the stars. Don’t lose a single adorable pound!”

Carson will no doubt whip her new partner into shape after she wraps cohosting duties on Dancing With the Stars: The Next Pro following its season finale on Monday, August 31. (Irwin, 22, cohosts the spinoff reality series with Carson.)

Deion Sanders is being dragged into his son’s legal drama while preparing for Colorado’s season opener.

Sanders was subpoenaed to testify at the upcoming bankruptcy trial involving his middle son, Shilo Sanders, who is being sued by former Security Guard John Darjean, who worked for Shilo when he was 15.

“I’m also concerned there’s a game: CU’s first game is that same week,” Judge Michael E. Romero said, per USA Today. “So I can see that coming. I am not a CU alum or I have no ties to CU. So I don’t care. But I’m just recognizing that is a potential issue.”

Darjean sued Shilo in a personal injury suit worth $11.89 million, alleging that he elbowed him in the chest and neck area when Darjean went to grab Shilo’s cell phone.

When Darjean sued him for the injuries, Shilo did not show up, so the Security Guard was awarded a default judgment.

Shilo’s side points out that they did not have an updated mailing address for him, as the 2022 trial out of Dallas County court noted that the notice was sent to a South Carolina address that he had not lived in since 2020.

Though Shilo has apparently not paid up and his father is now being dragged into the court case.

Shilo filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy in 2023 to offload this debt, but it is unclear whether that debt is able to be discharged.

Shilo’s bankruptcy filing must now prove that his actions against Darjean were not done as a “willful and malicious injury.”

The former Colorado Buffaloes safety’s trial begins Aug. 31, and four days later the Buffaloes head to Georgia Tech for a Sep. 3 season opener.

It is unclear whether this subpoena will affect his ability to coach that game.

Sanders can file a motion to quash the subpoena.

If proven that this was a “willful and malicious injury,” Shilo will not be able to offload the debt through bankruptcy.

Sanders will be brought in as a witness in the proceedings, which could affect his preparation for the season.

Colorado also sent a bizarre letter to all reporters covering the team last week, saying they were welcome to come to practice but were not allowed to report on anything that happened in practice.

With this news that Sanders was given a subpoena to attend a court case, this would seem to be why they sent that notice to reporters, as it could have involved the legal situation and his son Shilo.

Shilo is accused of not keeping up with his payments on a Mercedes-Benz and was also sued by his former lawyers Barnes & Thornburg LLP for not paying bills.

Shilo spent a cup of coffee with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers but did not make the team.

The Indiana Fever visited the Atlanta Dream Sunday evening. It was a thrilling game between two of the WNBA’s most exciting teams, but what happened to a mother and daughter in the stands, just feet away from the court, was the biggest story of the night.

Georgia locals, Kasey Thomason, and her daughter, Annie, bought tickets just two rows back from courtside. They each wore an XX-XY Athletics T-shirt to support Sophie Cunningham and the ongoing fight to keep women’s sports and spaces female. Kasey wore an XX-XY shirt with the letters in stars and stripes, while Annie wore a Riley Gaines collaborative piece with "XX" on the front and "For the Girls" on the back. They were able to wear their shirts with no hassle or issue, until overtime when a security guard approached them.

About halfway through the five minute overtime period, a security guard tried to get Kasey and Annie to leave their seats to talk to him. They were unsure why they were specifically being targeted at that moment, so Kasey asked him, "[Is it] about our shirts?"

Then things took an insane turn.

The Security Guard told them that a fan(s) were offended by their shirts, so they had the choice to wear the provided Atlanta Dream "Wellness & Health Night" shirts, or they would be escorted out of the building. To this, Kasey responded by saying, "Biology and science is offensive?", before reluctantly agreeing to put the shirts on so they didn’t miss the last two minutes of overtime, where the Indiana Fever eventually secured a 95-91 victory.

With about two and a half minutes left in overtime, the Thomasons are seen on the ESPN broadcast with the tan Dream shirts in hand. They can be seen talking to fans around them, who they said loved their shirts and showed support for them and Cunningham throughout the game. At about 1:30 remaining, both Kasey and Annie had put the shirts on.

According to the State Farm Arena prohibited items list, "Clothing, garments or signs displaying explicit language, profanity or derogatory characterization towards any person(s)" is strictly prohibited. The NBA Fan Code of Conduct states, "Obscene or indecent messages on signs or clothing will not be permitted."

If State Farm Arena and the Atlanta Dream were really trying to claim the shirts worn by the Thomasons were a "derogatory characterization" or "indecent messages" on clothing, that would be an arbitrary way of enforcing their rules, at best. Discrimination, at the worst. But the fact remains, the security guard didn’t claim any of these things from the prohibited items list or the Fan Code of Conduct. He just said the shirts were "offensive."

Kasey told Fox News Digital/OutKick that she assumes a woman sitting courtside in a "Protect Trans Rights" t-shirt, who was featured on the video board earlier in the game, made a fuss with security, who then sided with that fan, which led to the threat of ejection from the game.

While speaking to a conservative YouTuber, Adam Francisco, Annie said, "She was the one that told on us." They told me that the same woman mockingly said, "I like your shirt" once they were in the tan Atlanta Dream "Wellness Night" shirts.

The Thomasons are unsure if security held that woman to the same standard with her t-shirt, though they did see her jacket was zipped up late in the game, no longer displaying the trans messaging.

California lawmakers are considering higher minimum wages and additional training requirements for Security Guards ahead of the 2028 Olympics and Paralympics. State Senator Lola Smallwood-Cuevas authored the legislation, which would direct the state to study pay standards for Security Guards and examine whether current wages are sufficient for the responsibilities they face. Security Guards currently earn an average of about $38,000 a year. The bill has received support from the labor union SEIU West, which argues guards should receive better compensation and training as California prepares to host major international sporting events. Several security companies are opposing the proposal, warning that higher labor costs and new requirements could force some companies to reduce staffing or eliminate Security Guard positions before the Olympics. Supporters argue that better wages and training could help attract and retain qualified workers while improving safety at large public events. The legislation has cleared several committees and now heads to the Assembly floor for a vote.

https://www.kabc.com/2026/08/17/california-considering-increasing-in-minimum-wage-training-for-security-guards-ahead-of-2028-olympics/

A Kamloops woman who bit a mall Security Guard and led police on two high-speed pursuits has been sentenced to six months in prison.

Dakota Lynn-Marie McNabb, 31, was sentenced in Kamloops provincial court on Thursday after pleading guilty to charges of assault, failure to stop for police and possession of a stolen motor vehicle.

Court heard the assault took place April 8 at Lansdowne Village, where McNabb kicked a Security Guard and bit him on the arm hard enough to break the skin when he tried to stop her from climbing onto the roof.

A little more than a month later, McNabb stole a vehicle belonging to a longtime acquaintance and fled from police, reaching more than 80 km/h in a 50 km/h residential area before officers called off the pursuit for safety reasons.

Three days after that, she was behind the wheel of another stolen vehicle when police tried to stop her.

Court heard she drove at high speed through Kamloops, evaded attempts by police to disable the vehicle and struck another vehicle before officers again abandoned the pursuit over concerns for public safety.

McNabb was arrested a short time later after abandoning the stolen SUV.

“Ms. McNabb’s driving was particularly dangerous and could have caused greater harm than it did,” Crown prosecutor Evan Goulet said in court.

McNabb has 12 entries on her criminal record, mostly involving property offences and breaches of court orders, but no prior convictions for assault or failing to stop for police.

Court heard she began drinking at 13 and using cocaine at 15. She has struggled for years with addiction and homelessness.

Kamloops provincial court Judge Ray Phillips went along with a joint submission for 180 days in jail. McNabb received 116 days of credit for time already spent in custody and is expected to be released near the end of September.

She was also handed a one-year driving prohibition and 12 months of probation.

A Security Guard at a Denver-area nightclub was injured in a shootout overnight that left three other people injured.

According to the Denver Police Department, the guard was attempting to break up a fight in the parking lot outside Volt Club on S. Sheridan Boulevard around midnight. They say someone in the large group fired a shot, and the Security Guard returned fire. Investigators say the exchange continued, involving an unknown number of people in the crowd.

The Guard suffered a gunshot wound to their foot. Three other people at the scene also suffered gunshot wounds and were taken to an area hospital in a private vehicle. They are all expected to survive.

DPD says one of the officers who arrived at the scene saw one of the vehicles involved as it was leaving and followed it. A DPD helicopter unit spotted the vehicle as it let three people out; officers then located them and took them into custody.

The driver, however, continued on, prompting officers to initiate a pursuit. They used a PIT maneuver to bring the vehicle to a stop near I-70 and I-25. The driver and passenger were both taken into custody.

The driver was arrested and is facing felony eluding charges. Authorities say additional arrests are possible as they continue to gather information and determine the involvement of the people who have been contacted or detained.

The DPD asked anyone with information about the case to contact Metro Denver Crime Stoppers.

Following a July 4 shooting on Coligny Beach, the Town of Hilton Head Island moved this week to add nighttime security patrols in certain public areas — but not the beach.

Armed Security Guards will patrol town-owned beach parks, parking lots, public parks and facilities, but not the beach itself, Town Manager Marc Orlando announced at a Tuesday town council meeting. Patrols began Thursday evening and are expected to continue into the fall before picking up again next beach season.

Private Security Guards have the authority to detain and arrest, but not transport individuals, Orlando said. When law enforcement response is needed, Guards will coordinate with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office.

During the day, town community code enforcement officers will continue to supplement BCSO operations on the beach. Town-owned beach parks, parks and parking lots close at 10 p.m., Orlando said.

The town contracts with Island Security Services, LLC for armed Security Guard services. The firm was awarded the contract through a public bidding process in October 2024. Orlando did not say how much the extra patrols would cost the town.

Asked why Guards would not patrol the sand, the town’s Public Safety Director Bob Bromage cited “jurisdictional considerations” but declined to share further details with The Packet.

Why is this even a fucking thing in austrlaia.

Does it mean what I think it means and how do security guards get away with it when the army banned it like 8 years ago.

Diana Curte, of Broomgrove Gardens, Edgware, appeared before Suffolk Magistrates Court with the assistance of a Romanian interpreter. She pleaded guilty to theft from a shop.

The court heard that on May 21 this year Curte stole items including Nurofen, Durex condoms, sanitary towels, crisps, bananas, and salad packs worth £522.66 from Waitrose in Robert Boby Way.

The prosecutor said Curte was one of two defendants involved in the case, but that the other defendant is currently in Romania and has failed to attend court.

The court heard that, at about 7.18pm, Curte entered the store and walked around selecting items, which she placed into a bag before leaving without paying.

The theft was captured on CCTV and an on-duty Security Guard followed her into the car park after seeing her leave the shop.

The Guard called out to her, but she ignored him.

"She ignores his calls, he gets closer to her, she drops the bags and runs," said the prosecuting solicitor. After running to a black Honda vehicle, Curte then drove away.

The Security Guard recovered the bag containing the stolen goods.

Police later spotted the same vehicle travelling westbound on the A14 towards Newmarket and stopped it.

Curte was a rear-seat passenger in the car, which contained three people, all of whom were arrested at the scene.

The prosecution said a large quantity of items believed to be stolen were found in the vehicle and there is currently an ongoing investigation taking place.

"This offence was motivated by necessity," said Curte's solicitor. "My client is an extremely young lady."

The 20-year-old defendant lives in the UK with her husband, and has two young children who live with her in-laws in Romania.

She is required to send regular payments to support their care, which she acquires through her work as a hotel cleaner.

Sentencing, magistrates said they had taken into account her age, early guilty plea, and lack of previous convictions.

Curte was fined a total of £859, which she must pay at a rate of £100 per month.