AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoMissing Persons: Toronto police have upgraded the search for 14-year-old Esther (“Esti”), last seen May 15 near Earl Bales Park, to Priority 1, mobilizing drones, K-9 units, and major ground searches as volunteers join the hunt. Courts & Safety: In Illinois, Victor S. Dantzson was sentenced to 15 years for breaking into an ex-girlfriend’s home and attacking an officer; in Indiana, Shawn Barenie was booked after allegedly pointing a firearm at his wife and son. Publishing & Crime Writing: The McDermid Debut Award 2026 shortlist is out, spotlighting fresh UK and Irish crime voices ahead of the Theakston Old Peculier festival. Games & Adaptations: Warhorse Studios confirmed a new open-world Lord of the Rings RPG plus a fresh Kingdom Come adventure; Hulu is developing Wendy Walker’s thriller What Remains with Kerry Washington. Pop Culture Loss: EastEnders and Blake’s 7 actor Michael Keating has died at 79.
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