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Keeping GBN Alive and Growing

Last post by Publisher « Sat Apr 30, 2022 7:48 pm
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by Publisher » Tue Aug 14, 2018 8:41 am » in Announcements

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The GBN is approaching the end of another month.

GBN operates on its donor base. Anyone purely profit-motivated is unlikely to keep the site in its...

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We are shy 12 new subscribers on the final day

can i pay for my donor with cashapp and can you send me link so i can see how much again please...

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Becoming a Donor or renewing status

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by maxwell » Sun Feb 26, 2017 12:50 pm » in Q & A For Newbies

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For those who wish to become a donor or renew your status there are two options available. Donations can be made by cash in the mail or CC through...

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For those of you who last contibuted last September, the clock is ticking to renew.

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Faces to Avoid in Indianapolis

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Welcome To Whispers & Warnings

Last post by Skookum « Wed Jun 27, 2018 4:20 pm
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by The Witch » Tue Jun 09, 2009 6:51 am

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This section of the Grain Belt News is to alert all members of potential dangerous activities of or to service companions.

If you know of a SP who...

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Bump

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WARNING - Jailiyenn - Champaign

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by The Witch » Tue Sep 21, 2010 8:00 am

WARNING - Attempted robbery reported when responding to this ad

Phone number (217) 390 - 6425 was used via text messages to setup the attempt.

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Tue Sep 21, 2010 8:00 am
Hallebearxo - Champaign - Danger! 217-803-1722

Last post by The Witch « Thu Nov 11, 2021 8:00 am
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by The Witch » Fri Jul 19, 2019 7:53 pm

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Hallebearxo has been convicted for several crimes, including burglary, and breaking and entering.

She has also been allegedly involved in strong arm...

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Shes back, going by Symone, using 309-304-7371.

Attempted strong arm robbery in parking lot by male accomplice. Warrant outstanding for burglary.

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Thu Nov 11, 2021 8:00 am
Police Abuse of Power Against Women

Last post by Publisher « Sun May 30, 2021 7:55 am

by Publisher » Sun May 30, 2021 7:55 am

This is nearly an hour long

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Sun May 30, 2021 7:55 am
BEWARE Star in Danville

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by mckdmax » Thu May 27, 2021 7:23 pm

She is squatting in a condemned house... she said was paying rent but when we were there someone came in the back and she freaked and ran out the...

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Thu May 27, 2021 7:23 pm
Beware in Champaign

Last post by Publisher « Fri Apr 23, 2021 6:35 pm

by Publisher » Fri Apr 23, 2021 6:35 pm

Numerous new ads with local and nearby phone numbers.

Tactic - getting a verification picture before providing the hotel.

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Fri Apr 23, 2021 6:35 pm
Attempted Vehicular Manslaughter During Theft 779-713-0408

Last post by YAG « Sat Mar 06, 2021 1:57 pm
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by The Witch » Thu Sep 24, 2020 8:33 am

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BEWARE! User has reported this woman to the Champaign area police for attempting to kill him using her vehicle after robbing him.

Phone:...

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NDM2NDI2OGE3NDBmNGZmMzBkNjM4YmFjMDU5ZmEzZmYzMWNhM2I.jpg

Back advertising. Same number.

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Sat Mar 06, 2021 1:57 pm
Security Threat

Last post by Publisher « Sat Aug 22, 2020 7:02 am

by Publisher » Sat Aug 22, 2020 7:02 am

Security threats also encompasses males with aberrant behavior.

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Sat Aug 22, 2020 7:02 am
Cameras in sun spa ( Washington il )

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by Beastxr01 » Wed Jun 17, 2020 3:45 pm

Being new to this for him let me know if I should post this somewhere else. It’s been a couple years since I was in there and I’m not sure if they’re...

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Wed Jun 17, 2020 3:45 pm
WARNING - Nicolle Peoria 309-603-3920

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by Petersteel » Wed Jan 01, 2020 3:20 pm

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Anyone had the pleasure?

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New number:
309-270-7295

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Mon Mar 09, 2020 7:29 am
Warning 309-550-3159 Peoria

Last post by Publisher « Wed Dec 04, 2019 5:41 pm
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by Petersteel » Sun Sep 15, 2019 5:20 pm

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This girl says she is Jadees daughter. Purports to be an companion but rips guys off with her pimp. She got me a couple of years ago. Has star tats on...

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Man. TWO guys acknowledged this intel kept them out of a world of hurt - and did nothing to help keep this place going.

I have to just shake my head.

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Wed Dec 04, 2019 5:41 pm
Baddie Haites Peoria Morton 309-830-9985

Last post by Chipper12 « Mon Nov 25, 2019 5:04 pm
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by Petersteel » Sun Nov 17, 2019 3:46 pm

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Keep seeing this one advertise on stg. Anyone know?

Morton REDACTED location apparently, but I've not pulled the trigger.

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The apple doesn't fall far from the tree.... Meet mom.

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Mon Nov 25, 2019 5:04 pm
Warning - Bloomington IL - 309-324-3219

Last post by Publisher « Fri Nov 01, 2019 2:08 pm
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by Mags » Fri Nov 01, 2019 12:24 pm

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This lady is a huge scammer pimp involved do not contact

(309) 324-3219
Will seem legit at start then starts claiming she know who you are from...

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Fri Nov 01, 2019 2:08 pm
Harassment by Julia Rivington?

Last post by Publisher « Tue Apr 09, 2019 8:14 am
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by Eastside70 » Tue Apr 02, 2019 1:17 pm

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What PIECE OF SH*T individuals have been severely harassing Julia Rivington? I received a message from Julia late last night stating that she was...

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This is now locked.

Her actions are reprehensible as far as they've gone that we can find.

The original reason for her behavior has been...

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Tue Apr 09, 2019 8:14 am
Wanted Poster

Last post by The Witch « Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:46 pm

by The Witch » Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:46 pm

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Wed Mar 27, 2019 12:46 pm
Creve Couer Bust

Last post by The Witch « Wed Jan 09, 2019 2:38 pm

by The Witch » Wed Jan 09, 2019 2:38 pm

CREVE COEUR, Ill. (WEEK) — A Creve Coeur woman was arrested Tuesday for prostitution after a month-long investigation into her alleged activities....

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Wed Jan 09, 2019 2:38 pm
Assault alert: Champaign-Urbana- Chelsey Nicole Mcreynolds

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by Jakcool » Sat Dec 01, 2018 11:16 pm

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Warning

fake photos 217 666 2737

had multiple other ads that was removed running different other numbers--- 6187030969

This girl is the...

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Reminder..be careful every one.

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Sat Jan 05, 2019 10:10 am
Isis Reign AKA SexyHunnyPot St Louis

Last post by Publisher « Mon Dec 31, 2018 10:38 am
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by Publisher » Sat Dec 29, 2018 7:50 pm

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St Louis based alleged model (if selfies count) continues to attempt to smear me via Twitter, rearing her ugly head once again.

Read up on the adage...

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Now, this is funny.

Since her tirade started, she's created new accounts under new names.

Her past is catching up. Again.

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Mon Dec 31, 2018 10:38 am
One to watch for - Cee Cee Rose - 619-720-5823

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by Trueblue1965 » Sun Dec 23, 2018 12:33 pm

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She's on Skip. She's with LE these days. Narrow escape yesterday. The number she is using is (619)720-5823

Steer clear!

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Thanks for the info. Moved to Whispers and Warnings,

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Sun Dec 23, 2018 5:52 pm
Warning - Bedpage.com Ebackpage.com

Last post by YAG « Fri Dec 07, 2018 11:54 pm
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by Publisher » Sat Nov 03, 2018 3:01 pm

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on wedsday oct 24 I was arrested in plano texas for solicitation in a sting. My driver was arrested and charged as well. with promoting prostitution...

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Thank you and please stay safe.

Come hide in the sheets with me.

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Fri Dec 07, 2018 11:54 pm
Alexis Texas AKA Nicole Banks - Des Moines - 515-207-0097

Last post by vorlon « Tue Aug 28, 2018 12:01 am
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by The Witch » Wed Aug 19, 2015 6:34 am

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Alexis Texas who briefly frequented this board was arrested and may be cooperating with law enforcement to arrange other arrests.

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Welp...the tea....

Regarding P411, FWIW, I met with a gent a couple weeks ago who had 2 prior oks (didn’t reach out to them as I never knew...

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Tue Aug 28, 2018 12:01 am
Indianapolis - A Face You Should Know

Last post by The Witch « Sat Aug 18, 2018 3:11 pm

by The Witch » Sat Aug 18, 2018 3:11 pm

Username (elsewhere) Fuesler1979

Working the phones, managed a bust

JFUESLER-IMPD.jpg

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Sat Aug 18, 2018 3:11 pm
Sex Offender visiting GBN from Cedar Rapids

Last post by Publisher « Sat Aug 04, 2018 5:58 pm

by Publisher » Sat Aug 04, 2018 5:58 pm

Eric Hansen
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Sat Aug 04, 2018 5:58 pm
Seeking in Virginia

Last post by Skookum « Mon Jul 30, 2018 3:09 pm
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by Giaxxx » Mon Jul 30, 2018 2:16 pm

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In the last two weeks I have had uncomfortable calls and text . I also noticed a few local girls have not posted since between 7-20&7-21 . I also...

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Gia - I moved your topic to this Forum as it seems to align better. Hopefully someone in the know can provide some input to you.

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Mon Jul 30, 2018 3:09 pm
Massagist and Seoul Spa- Bloomington Illinois

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by The Witch » Tue May 15, 2018 10:02 pm

It has been brought to attention that an employee of here has been working with LE and that they were in both establishments on Friday taking info...

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Tue May 15, 2018 10:02 pm
Warning - Champaign - Sting operation

Last post by The Witch « Mon Apr 30, 2018 5:00 pm
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by The Witch » Mon Apr 30, 2018 4:24 pm

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A sting operation is underway in Champaign.

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Falsified IDs for identity confirmation.

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Mon Apr 30, 2018 5:00 pm
Not sure where to post this question.

Last post by Publisher « Thu Feb 08, 2018 8:04 pm
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by The Witch » Thu Oct 29, 2015 5:01 pm

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An entity claiming to be Karina Lily is attempting to arrange a sting operation.

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Oh, Karina, did you really expect to remain anonymous after nosing around on here again?

Proof - none of us wants a visit to court wearing...

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Thu Feb 08, 2018 8:04 pm
Warning - Mandi - Champaign

Last post by The Witch « Wed Feb 07, 2018 7:01 am

by The Witch » Wed Feb 07, 2018 7:01 am

Someone using the incarcerated Mandi's GBN account logged in here this past week.

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Wed Feb 07, 2018 7:01 am
Beware Springfield Illinois

Last post by The Witch « Fri Jan 19, 2018 11:08 am

by The Witch » Fri Jan 19, 2018 11:08 am

Beware anyone not already known to you for the next 2 weeks.

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Fri Jan 19, 2018 11:08 am
Nikki and friend 217-488-9389

Last post by YAG « Fri Jan 12, 2018 8:48 pm
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by Publisher » Tue Nov 21, 2017 6:53 am

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🍭Nikki Baby
Screening required!
DONT contact me if in any way your law!Time wasters and rude texts will be banned!🚫👎Men Under35
No AA Men

Poster's...

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Aha! I knew I'd find this on here somewhere. Here's one of the scumbags who stole this picture!

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Fri Jan 12, 2018 8:48 pm
Amber Rae - Bait and Switch

Last post by Publisher « Fri Nov 03, 2017 9:11 pm
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by Trueblue1965 » Fri Nov 03, 2017 8:40 pm

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Made an appointment with Amber Rae. Big mistake. He girl who answered the door looked nothing like the girl in the BP photos. The room reeked of...

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Maybe it was this

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Fri Nov 03, 2017 9:11 pm
Scary Advertiser 217-600-1644

Last post by YAG « Mon Oct 23, 2017 5:26 am
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by YAG » Mon Sep 04, 2017 1:03 pm

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Grizzly Bear🐻 Rear Entry🍑🍆 (Bb Welcome)👅💦Hey Who Wanna Play💦👅💋 N☎ Text Now📨📩📪 - 25 (Champaign)

This chick says she's anywhere from 21 to 30,...

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217-931-1337
224-228-8114

How the heck do you keep track of her many identities and phone numbers?

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Mon Oct 23, 2017 5:26 am
BEWARE - Peoria Illinois Area

Last post by Publisher « Wed Jun 28, 2017 3:46 pm
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by The Witch » Thu Jun 22, 2017 11:20 am

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The Peoria street crimes unit has received a grant to combat human trafficking.

Expect some new faces over the next two weeks to start advertising....

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Some people Just Don't Get It.

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Wed Jun 28, 2017 3:46 pm
Sasha from Peoria currently in STL 309-318-1445

Last post by Publisher « Thu May 11, 2017 4:59 pm
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by The Witch » Thu May 11, 2017 4:39 pm

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Just read the screen shots below from her FB page and you will understand the reason for caution.

BP ad:
Mmmm💋💋🔥🔥💦💦💦Just your type..... - 22...

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Well isnt she special

Time for some phone calls fellas

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Thu May 11, 2017 4:59 pm
angelica in champaign - 217-390-1647

Last post by YAG « Tue Apr 04, 2017 12:37 pm
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by nofx144 » Fri Sep 13, 2013 4:21 pm

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I saw her ads awhile back and now they are popping up again. anyone see her in person?

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Free again, new number 217-550-8127

Looks like has another bun in the oven. And is loose on a drug treatment program allegedly in a residential...

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Tue Apr 04, 2017 12:37 pm
Peoria area Contractor - Important please read

Last post by The Witch « Mon Mar 20, 2017 6:48 pm

by The Witch » Mon Mar 20, 2017 6:48 pm

I have received news that, as of approximately 10 days ago Stormy, a local popular Contractor offering Bodyrubs in Peoria who announced retirement a...

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Mon Mar 20, 2017 6:48 pm
Kitty Club Indy

Last post by The Witch « Mon Jan 09, 2017 10:05 pm

by The Witch » Mon Jan 09, 2017 10:05 pm

Owner busted and unlocked phone in IMPD vice hands.

BEWARE!

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Mon Jan 09, 2017 10:05 pm
Sasha Dear - Indianapolis

Last post by The Witch « Sat Dec 17, 2016 12:58 pm
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by The Witch » Wed Dec 14, 2016 10:04 am

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Sasha dear is currently facing serious felony charges in Johnson County, Indiana of a nature that there could be ongoing surveillance. Caution is...

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Additional arrest in Tennessee, similar but lesser charges. Still felonies.

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Sat Dec 17, 2016 12:58 pm
WARNING WARNING WARNING - LARGE SCALE BUST ONGOING IN LASALLE-PERU

Last post by The Witch « Fri Dec 16, 2016 6:03 pm

by The Witch » Fri Dec 16, 2016 6:03 pm

You have been warned!

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Fri Dec 16, 2016 6:03 pm
Heads Up Indianapolis

Last post by vorlon « Fri Sep 09, 2016 12:14 am
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by Publisher » Wed Sep 07, 2016 8:08 am

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IMPD is back to the tactic of gaining access to one compromised account, arresting and making deals (which the police have no authority to make) to...

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Perhaps this is a good comment to post this link again:

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Last post by vorlon
Fri Sep 09, 2016 12:14 am
WARNING - INDIANAPOLIS - COMPROMISED ACCOUNT

Last post by The Witch « Tue Sep 06, 2016 2:47 pm
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by The Witch » Tue Sep 06, 2016 1:06 pm

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A monger from USAG has gotten himself way foul of the legal system and has turned over accounts to IMPD.

He goes by Nostra.

Updates forthcoming as...

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Related story:

Anyone contacted by this entity since August 30, 2016, please email thewitch@grainbeltnews.com with information.

812-318-7836 is...

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Tue Sep 06, 2016 2:47 pm
CAUTION INDIANAPOLIS

Last post by Publisher « Fri Sep 02, 2016 8:00 am
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by The Witch » Fri Sep 02, 2016 7:43 am

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IMPD may be using a bogus ID from Allison Transmission

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And add-on

GBN has had several suspect signups out of Indianapolis in the last two weeks. The accounts have been blocked.

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Last post by Publisher
Fri Sep 02, 2016 8:00 am
Drury Inn - WARNING

Last post by The Witch « Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:14 pm

by The Witch » Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:14 pm

This chain is known to cooperate with investigations involving adult activities between consenting adults. This is a corporate wide policy, not hotel...

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Last post by The Witch
Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:14 pm
Indianapolis - A Face you should know BEWARE

Last post by The Witch « Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:12 pm

by The Witch » Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:12 pm

Meet Michael Jones, IT Tech for One America with the number 502-230-6511

Who is really vice officer Jay Wilkerson of Hamilton County Indiana. Also...

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Tue Aug 23, 2016 8:12 pm
No Idea What's Going On - Only Info Received is below

Last post by The Witch « Mon Jul 25, 2016 10:14 am

by The Witch » Mon Jul 25, 2016 10:14 am

Sender's Name: Sharonkay
Sender's Email: kcmis5@yahoo.com
Message: Hi I have been watching usa sexguide no i dont advertise
on there. Before the...

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Last post by The Witch
Mon Jul 25, 2016 10:14 am
Remy - Rantoul/Champaign - 217-390-0586

Last post by The Witch « Thu Jun 23, 2016 11:34 am

by The Witch » Thu Jun 23, 2016 11:34 am

Beware - driver is armed and dangerous, with weapons and narcotics convictions.

My A➕$killz will give you chillz don't believe me? Come find out...

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Last post by The Witch
Thu Jun 23, 2016 11:34 am
New to town - 100% me or it's free

Last post by YAG « Mon Jun 20, 2016 11:06 am
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by Secondtime » Mon Feb 29, 2016 1:02 pm

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Here we go - in Champaign..............anyone got info? I did a search on the phone - nothing here at GBN. No name given. Unless I can search in a...

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Time to put this where it belongs

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Last post by YAG
Mon Jun 20, 2016 11:06 am
Hey its Alexis. New to GBN. Chambana & Joliet

Last post by Publisher « Tue Apr 26, 2016 11:31 am
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by sweets_alexis » Thu Mar 17, 2016 2:32 pm

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Hello,

I'm Alexis & as stated above new to GBN obviously.
I have been primarily stationed in Joliet but have expanded to Chambana. & soon...

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Assume if you've contacted this entity that anything you sent is in the hands of an as-of-yet unknown third party.

This topic is frozen. Use your...

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Last post by Publisher
Tue Apr 26, 2016 11:31 am
Angel 765-205-3530

Last post by Publisher « Thu Apr 21, 2016 10:10 am
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by sweets_alexis » Tue Apr 19, 2016 10:37 pm

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Seems new to the area. Anyone have experience or info on this one?

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This account is CLOSED. All indications are that this account is compromised and in the hands of a third party.

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Last post by Publisher
Thu Apr 21, 2016 10:10 am
Sargent Sexy - Quad Cities - 804-238-8661 BEWARE

Last post by Publisher « Tue Mar 15, 2016 1:20 pm
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by The Witch » Wed Jun 10, 2015 6:22 am

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Has moved on from blackmail to armed intimidation. Beware her pimp, mid-30s black male, 5'7 to 5'8 (court records vary) slight build. Goes by DJ,...

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Just arrived here in champaign looking for some new friends!
I am a young hot blonde with busty breasts long blonde hair and a beautiful smile!!!...

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Last post by Publisher
Tue Mar 15, 2016 1:20 pm
Donna Michelle-Anyone? 502-714-4376

Last post by Publisher « Wed Feb 17, 2016 9:29 am
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by DL52761 » Thu Jun 20, 2013 1:55 pm

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Anyone have info? Thank you

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UPDATE:

U.S. Marshals are looking for a couple accused of recruiting young women into the sex trade, and they are asking the public for...

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Wed Feb 17, 2016 9:29 am

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