Skip to main content

Las Vegas Woman, Latonia Smith, Found Guilty of Cyberstalking After Disturbing Online Activity

A Las Vegas woman with a biochemistry degree from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, Latonia Smith, has been found guilty of cyberstalking, following a trial that revealed a pattern of deeply concerning online searches and communications.

Smith was accused of sending threatening emails to two judges, Judges Dorsey and Boulware, and her probation officer. What made these communications particularly alarming was the discovery of her extensive online activity. Evidence presented at trial showed she had searched for phrases like "judges die," "how to become a bomb maker," "how to be a mass shooter," "buying a gun," and "ar 15 for sale."

Even more disturbing, she watched a compilation of videos from the horrific October 1st mass shooting 13 times in just three weeks. During the same period, she repeatedly looked up the names of her targets, some of their children, and even their home addresses.

After deliberating for less than a day, the jury found Smith guilty on three counts of cyberstalking related to the emails sent to the judges and her probation officer. She was acquitted on two other cyberstalking charges.

Smith will remain in custody while awaiting her sentencing date, which has not yet been set.

The trial was held in the federal courthouse in Las Vegas. Senior District Court Judge Michael W. Mosman, from the District of Oregon, presided over the case after being specially appointed by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Interestingly, this case saw a change in prosecution. Initially handled by the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Nevada, the Department of Justice recused the entire office in March 2024 and reassigned the case. It was ultimately prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Andrew Haden and Francisco Nagel from the Southern District of California, who were named Special Assistant U.S. Attorneys for this case in Las Vegas.

This case serves as a stark reminder of how online behavior can have serious real-world consequences, especially when it crosses into threats and harassment.

Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

15 Gang Members Convicted on Conspiracy, Weapons Possession, Firearms Trafficking Charges Case Follows Recent Convictions of 137th Street Crew and East Harlem Narcotics Trafficking Organization

Manhattan District Attorney Cyrus R. Vance, Jr., announced the results of the investigation and prosecution of one of Central Harlem’s most destructive criminal street gangs, referred to as “ONE TWENTY-NINE” or “GOODFELLAS/THE NEW DONS,” which terrorized the neighborhood surrounding West 129th Street between Lenox and Fifth Avenues. Thirteen members of the gang have previously pleaded guilty to importing, possessing, and using firearms over the course of the conspiracy.
Post a Comment
Read more

The Myth, The Matrix, and The Malpractice: Unpacking the Sophia Stewart Saga

The internet loves a good underdog story, especially one where a lone creator battles Hollywood giants. Few tales have captivated online forums and social media quite like that of Sophia Stewart, the woman who famously sued the creators of The Matrix and The Terminator, claiming they stole her work, "The Third Eye." Her story is a complex tapestry woven with claims of stolen genius, judicial conflicts, and attorney negligence. Let's untangle the legal facts from the compelling narrative and examine the heart of her claims. The Core Allegation: "The Third Eye" and the Blockbusters Sophia Stewart alleged that her copyrighted manuscript, "The Third Eye," conceived in 1981 and finalized in 1983, was the blueprint for two of the most iconic sci-fi franchises: The Terminator (first film 1984) and The Matrix (first film 1999). From her perspective, the similarities were undeniable. Stewart’s supporters often point to broad, impactful themes and ev...
1 comment
Read more

The U-Turn of Candace Owens: From Liberal Critic to Conservative Firebrand

Candace Owens’s career has been defined by one of the most dramatic and controversial political transformations in modern media. In less than a decade, she transitioned from a liberal critic of the Republican Party to a leading voice of the American conservative movement, only to have her time at the top of established conservative media end over a final, divisive shift in rhetoric. Here is a look at the journey that defined her political evolution, culminating in her emergence as a powerful, independent media force. Phase 1: The Anti-Trump Democrat (Pre-2017) Before her political transformation, Candace Owens was known for holding typical liberal views and actively criticizing the Republican Party and its most controversial new figure. Initial Stance: Owens was an outspoken critic of Donald Trump, reportedly publishing articles mocking him and the "bat-s**t crazy antics of the Republican Tea Party." The Turning Point: This initial phase ended following a failed a...
5 comments
Read more