Police in Miami have accused a 20-year-old woman of luring men into hotel rooms before pepper-spraying and robbing them of their luxury watches.

Esther Maria Torres was arrested in May on two counts of armed robbery in connection with a pair of incidents that occurred earlier in the year, according to Local 10 News.

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On March 26, police say Torres entered a room at the Breakwater Hotel with a tourist, sprayed him and took his Hugo Boss watch and wallet. Four days later, she allegedly pulled a similar trick at the Fontainebleau, this time lifting a Rolex Submariner worth $22,000.

Police bodycam footage obtained by Local 10 News shows the moment Torres was arrested.

Predator and prey

Local 10 News reports that police say Torres was identified via surveillance video and a traffic stop in April that led to the arrest of a man driving a car tied to one of the robberies, and Torres later arrived at the scene.

A judge ordered Torres be held without bond following her arrest.

According to another report by WSVN 7News, investigators had recruited the help of Mitch Novick, owner of the Sherbrooke Hotel, who captured surveillance footage of the suspect.

“We have a predator, and she’s preying on male victims,” Novak told the local broadcaster.

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How can you protect yourself?

Crimes of opportunity happen without prior planning and occur when offenders seize on a chance to act. This can result in robbery if a vulnerable target is identified or valuable items are spotted. Common items stolen in these crimes can include phones, laptops, wallets, designer wear and bicycles.

Tourism hotspots can be paradise for thieves. There’s distraction everywhere and people tend to let their guard down when they’re on vacation. It’s important to stay vigilant, even if you’re there to relax. Here are some tips to protect yourself and your belongings:

• Keep any valuables out of sight or locked away.

• Don’t wear flashy items if you’re alone or out late.

• Watch out for overly friendly strangers.

• If you’re with friends, make sure at least one person is watching everyone’s stuff

• Don’t leave bags or packages visible in your car, even for a short time

If you’re partying in paradise, keep your eyes on more than just the ocean view to keep your belongings in their rightful place.

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JACKSON, Tenn.—It was a great day for local youth to shoot some hoops and get inspired.

The annual Bounce Back Youth Basketball Camp was held from 8 Saturday morning until 2pm in Jackson.

The event took place at T.R. White Sportsplex at 304 North Hayes Avenue.

The camp for ages 6 to 16-years old, provides a a way for local youth to not only learn some basketball skills, but also receive mentoring from top players while providing a positive impact on their lives.

This year’s camp featured professional basketball star and former South Side High School Guard, Jaylen Barford. Other local talents who also contributed to the camp included Ericko Sain, Makayla Transou, Stephon Shivers, BJ Ballardwill and more.

Participants were treated to breakfast, as well as lunch and received a free t-shirt.

“The purpose of this camp is to give kids an opportunity. The kids with disadvantages or kids that wouldn’t normally have the opportunity to go to a basketball camp. We named it Bounce Back Basketball Camp because when you go through adversity in life you always have the opportunity to bounce back. So, we want to encourage the kids to always remain positive, stay in school, stay out of trouble and listen to your parents. Today, we have roughly around 130 kids,” said Johnny Dodd, Councilman, City of Jackson.

The annual camp is free but registration is required. The camp is graciously provided by Councilman Johnny Dodd and several generous local sponsors.

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HARROD, Ohio (WLIO) – The Lima community hit the greens Saturday for a good cause during the second annual Lima Masters Golf Outing.

The charity event raises money to support underfunded youth sports programs across the region. Last year alone, the outing brought in more than $25,000, with all proceeds going directly back into the community.

Many of this year’s participants were former student-athletes themselves, making the outing a chance to reconnect with teammates, see familiar faces, and enjoy a day of friendly competition while giving back to the next generation of players.

“Everyone here either knew each other through sports or were friends with each other in school, playing sports. And there’s people that you may not have seen for 20-30 years, but you know the names. Then you see them in person, and it brings everyone together, and then you feel that camaraderie, where you want to help the youth sports coming up, so they can have the same experiences that we had. So being able to branch out this year and help even more organizations than we did last year is really, really cool,” said Doug Wade, PGA Professional.

“The theme for the entire group is friendship. I coached for many years, and I played for many years, and I agree that the greatest gift that an athlete will receive from their experience is friendship. You can go and ask athletes and coaches, and people who have been involved the game for a long time, what do they remember most? What did they learn? What gift did they get from athletics? All of them will tell you friendship. And so you’ve got a group of friends here that are actually raising money for a good cause,” said Bob Seggerson, honorary starter for the event.

If you’re interested in learning more about the 4 The Friendship nonprofit organization, you can visit their website.

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MONTICELLO, FL — A free summer camp in Jefferson County is bringing kids, coaches, and the community back together — and reigniting a legacy left behind by a local legend.

• Jefferson County coaches and community leaders are reviving a free athletic summer camp for youth.
• The camp aims to fill gaps in summer programming
• Watch the video below to learn about the legacy that inspired this camp.

JEFFERSON ATHLETIC CAMP

BROADCAST TRANSCRIPT:

A summer spark returns to Jefferson County — with a free camp bringing kids, coaches, and community together.

“The same rules that you apply on this field are the same rules you apply in life,” Jefferson Camp organizer Lamar Hughes said.

I’m Lentheus Chaney, in Monticello — where a group of mentors and educators is reviving the kind of youth program not seen here in years.

At Tiger Track and Field, young athletes from across the county spent the day jumping, running, laughing — and most of all — learning.

The free one-day camp, open to youth ages 6 to 16, is designed to build speed, strength, character, and community.

It’s led by certified fitness trainers, educators, and mentors — including Coach Kelvin Frazier, Shau’ndala Brown, and Lamar Hughes — all successful business owners from Jefferson County, now joining forces to reignite a tradition once championed by the late Robert Wilson.

Wilson was a beloved coach, mentor, and advocate from Jefferson County who ran tutoring programs for Title I students and summer camps for years.

“Being Jefferson County natives, we thought it was important to show the kids that, you know, there’s not a lot here right now, but no matter where you go, no matter where you come from, this is always home and this is the first investment that you should make,” Jefferson Camp organizer Brown said.

“Being able to bring something like this and bring in some more professionals down to help out, man, is an enlightenment for the community,” Jefferson Camp organizer Kelvin Frazier said.

Girls ran drills alongside the boys, while some practiced cheering routines. Students rotated through stations focused on agility, teamwork, leadership, and mental toughness.

And for many parents like Ervin Lewis, it’s a welcome opportunity to keep kids engaged in something positive.

“To see some of these young guys who I coached when I was a head coach here back in the day in high school, to see them take the initiative to try to bring the community and the kids back together — to build it up where it once was — it’s an awesome experience,” Lewis said.

Camp participant Lamar Hughes Jr. says the camp was a perfect opportunity to meet new friends.

“You can basically make friends out here, do stuff that you’ve always wanted to do in football and stuff, and basically get your exercising in,” Lamar Hughes Jr. said.

Organizers say this is just the beginning — their goal is to turn this camp into a tradition, just like the one Robert Wilson started years ago.

In Monticello, I’m Lentheus Chaney, ABC27.

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SALISBURY, MD – Friends, family, and community members gathered on Saturday afternoon to celebrate the life and legacy of Tom Brown, a former professional athlete and longtime youth sports coach who impacted generations of local kids in Salisbury.

The celebration of life was held at Salisbury University’s Assembly Hall on Saturday. While there, visitors payed their respects, shared memories, and celebrated the life and legacy of Tom Brown. 

Tom Brown, who passed away in April at age 84, played as a first baseman and outfielder for the Washington Senators and a starting safety for the Green Bay Packers. While with the Packers, he won two Super Bowls under Head Coach Vince Lombardi.

Brown was also the founder of the non-profit, the Tom Brown Rookie League. He ran the rookie league for over 40 years and introduced thousands of children to the fundamentals of baseball, football, and basketball, emphasizing not just skills, but life lessons.

“He was one of the most humble human beings there’s ever been – he touched a lot of lives. I had a guy come up to me today and said, I just want you to know your dad made me a better father. It’s an amazing thing, it’s phenomenal,” Tom’s son, Jimmy Brown, told WBOC. 

“The lasting legacy I hope that he has is that sports doesn’t have to be about wins and losses. Wins and losses are important, but it’s about the effort you put into things and bouncing back, and that’s what my dad was all about.”

Jimmy says he and his family saw people at the celebration that they hadn’t seen in years, a testament to the impact of Tom Brown. 

More on the life and legacy of Tom Brown can be found here.