Elderly Amish Man Caught on Film With Prostitute, Blackmailed
When a 75-year-old Amish widower slept with a prostitute, he -- we feel certain -- felt pretty bad about it the next morning. As if that guilt weren't enough for the old man, the prostitute and her boyfriend demanded $67,000 from him, claiming that they had filmed the scene with wall-mounted cameras and would upload the recording to the Internet. The pair was later arrested and, we can only imagine, the Amish man abhorred technology more than ever.
Bank Robber Gets Away With the Help of Craiglist
In October, a bank robber -- wearing a safety vest, blue shirt, face mask and goggles -- eluded police with the help of Craiglist. Just outside the bank, while the robbery was in progress, stood a group of men who were responding to a Craiglist day labor opportunity. As the advertisement required, they were all wearing safety vests, blue shirts, face masks and goggles.
Nude New Zealander Arrested After Responding to Fake Sexy Text Message
Late in 2007, a Wellington, New Zealand man received a racy text message from two anonymous "ladies," giving him only an address and a request that he show up naked. Well, he indeed showed up naked... at the home of one appalled, unsuspecting New Zealander. Both the nude Romeo and the sadistic texter were arrested, though neither were prosecuted.
Fake Craiglist Ad Costs Man Most of What He Owns
Last Spring, a post appeared on an Oregon Craigslist board stating that the owner of a specific house was leaving all of his worldly possessions (still in said house) to whoever wanted them. When homeowner Robert Salisbury rushed home -- on a tip from a woman suspicious about the offer of a free horse -- he found his house being ransacked by 30 strangers. We suggest he take that horse and collect some vengeance Clint Eastwood-style.
17-Year-Old Jailed for Stealing Virtual 'Furniture'
When a 17-year-old Dutch boy hacked into several accounts on the Second Life-style site 'Habbo' in 2007, the the law got involved. The boy was discovered to have stolen $5,800 worth of virtual furniture and knick-knacks. Apparently, crime -- whether actual or virtual -- does not pay.
Phishers Going After Your Phones in New 'Vishing' Trend
Over the past year, sneaky spammers have begun to forsake the worn-out territory of e-mail in favor of cell phones' fertile frontier. The result? "Vishing." Get it? Voice mail phishing. It might be more ominous if it didn't sound like a James Bond villain saying, "Wishing."
Burglars Break Into Restaurant, Steal HDTV, Leave Money / Food Behind
Around Halloween of last year, a truckload of thieves drove into -- that's right, into -- a Pennsylvania Mexican restaurant, where they -- apparently uninterested in the cash register -- stole a mid-grade 47-inch HDTV and fled the scene. We've all heard about how this generation is lacking in ambition, but this generation's thieves, too?
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 4)
CraziestGadgets.com said 11:51AM on 6-24-2008
Did he ask them "who are you working for?"
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Nadia said 2:16PM on 6-24-2008
I knew that the nefarious Steve Jobs was behind this! Getting patriots addicted to his shiny toys and then denying them the sustenance which they so desperately seek!
Questions:
1. Which Apple Store are they referring to? THere are two in Manhattan (if thats what they mean when they say "New York City". One is on Prince and Mercer and one is on 59th Street - that's the super duper nice one. From the looks of it, this appears to be the Prince St. location, but can we get a clarification on that location... Jack?
2. Are we all less safe now that Jack Bauer was denied access to
the all-powerful and ultra necessary 3G?
By the way, is it me, or does Keifer's girlfriend look strikingly similar to Sarah Silverman (which I would continue to think the woman was if the caption didn't declare otherwise.)
DS said 4:17PM on 6-25-2008
There's actually three Apple Stores in Manhattan, there's a new one on 14th street and 9th Avenue.
Vegetagrl said 3:42PM on 6-24-2008
Ok, my husband works for a cell phone service, and I know for a fact that when they are coming out with a new phone they are not allowed to sell it before its debu date. If the manager said they didn't have the phone in stock yet, then he most likely didn't, and if he said, no way, good for him. Its good to know that not everyone loses their common sense when they see a celeb. Also, I think its pretty pathetic that Keifer threw a fit because he couldn't get what he wanted when he wanted it. I mean really, just because he's "famous" doesn't mean rules, laws and policies don't apply to him. Talk about a spoiled brat. Where was his mom during that temper tantrum. These are the people we're supposed to have as rolemodels, no wonder kids are turning into bigger and bigger brats! Sheesh!
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Val said 5:28PM on 6-24-2008
Well, I've personally met Kiefer at the small (very small) town that I live near (he was there roping w/some buddies) and I have to say I was VERY impressed with Kiefer's demeanor. He was NOT A SNOB AT ALL. In fact, he was very polite and we even spoke for a few minutes about roping, weather, traveling, etc. I'm not sure who's the source for this article but I don't believe the "tantrum" or rude behavior.
Fed Up said 3:58PM on 6-24-2008
Just because you are an actor, doesn't mean you can get it any earlier than the rest of the public. Hey, why not call the iphone company and get a celebrity endorsement for a free one.
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Khris said 2:39PM on 6-25-2008
*cough*John Mayer*cough*
john doe said 4:03PM on 6-24-2008
who the hell do these dirtbags think they are? wait in line like everyone else.
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Jayel said 4:18PM on 6-24-2008
George Washington fought the revolution to rid this country of dominance by royalty. King George III has been replaced by celebrities and politicians. The only similarity is that they're all nuts.
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tootsie said 4:19PM on 6-24-2008
Honestly, had I have the clerk would not have known who the devil he was as (gasp, shock gasp) I don't watch the program, never did and more then likely never will..
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Jay said 4:33PM on 6-24-2008
speaking of Keifer - when the heck is 24 coming back on?
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Jenifer said 5:32PM on 6-24-2008
Re: 24 is due to return in January of 2009. Well that is what is listed on the website for that show. www.fox.com
Jim said 4:37PM on 6-24-2008
Sometimes the 15 minutes of fame lasts a whole 24 hours.
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Khris said 2:41PM on 6-25-2008
BOOOOOOOOOOOURNS!!!!!
Diane said 4:42PM on 6-24-2008
Boo Hoo. These 'actors', i.e., 'posers', make we want to hurl. I am surprised his head didn't explode. I had some respect for him for doing his time and acting humble.....guess he was doing just that: acting.
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Philip said 4:46PM on 6-24-2008
My guess is someone from Apple has already contacted them and sent the phone. Rules are only for us common folk.
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Heidi said 4:46PM on 6-24-2008
Well, they want to be treated like everyone else and when it happens, they don't like it. Why should he get one ahead of everyone else? He's an actor for crying out loud! He fills a position for a job to perform. If he didn't fit the criteria for that job, someone else would have gotten it. He's not so special. Just because he's on camera means nothing. Acting is a job same as every other job. Kiefer has to have a resume just like everyone else and if he is not suitable for the position, then someone else would be.
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Debbie said 4:47PM on 6-24-2008
Leave Kiefer alone!!!! Afterall, how many times has he saved the world??? AND he works really hard in a 24 hour period (when does he find time to use the potty???) The man deserves some respect so give him his friggin iphone!!!
JAY!!! There's supposed to be a made for TV movie in November and the regular season will start in January 2009.
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mary said 4:59PM on 6-24-2008
that is so lame- feel sorry for kiefer for being so stupid and thinking hes that special--it almost as lame as the pic w/ him totally wasted and his boxer w/ pants around his ankles...
if your all that why not contact corp. headquarters or steve jobs....not a local store! get a clue! mr secret agent!
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clangs30 said 5:00PM on 6-24-2008
Im struggling just to make ends meet, and these asses are complaining about buying a friggin iphone, jesus.
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