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FBI in the News FBI Dallas Announces Operation Summer Heat Results FBI Dallas made numerous arrests over the past three months under Operation Summer Heat, a nationwide FBI effort to crush violent crime. Oct. 3, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Establishes Digital Media Tips Website in Support of St. Helena Island Mass Shooting Investigation The FBI Columbia Field Office announced a digital media tips website has been set up and law enforcement is seeking media from the public in a mass shooting. Oct. 15, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Establishes Digital Media Tips Website in Support of South Carolina State University Shooting Investigations The FBI Columbia Field Office announced a digital media tips website has been set up and law enforcement is seeking multimedia from the public in two shootings. Oct. 9, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Florence Woman Arrested in Connection to Killing of Darlington County Deputy Sheriff Kristen Taylor Porter was arrested after a five-count grand jury indictment relating to the July 1 murder of Darlington County Deputy Frank “Devin” Mason. Oct. 9, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Violent Crime Operations Net 8,600 Arrests in Three Months The FBI and its law enforcement partners made 8,629 arrests across the country as part of “Summer Heat,” the FBI’s nationwide initiative targeting violent crime during the summer months. Oct. 2, 2025 Full Article

Jackson in the News FBI Establishes Digital Media Tips Website in Support of the Leland, Mississippi, Mass Shooting Investigation The FBI Jackson Field Office has established a digital media tips website to collect multimedia video or digital photos from the public in support of the investigation into the mass shooting that occurred in Leland, Mississippi, on October 11, 2025. Oct. 12, 2025 Full Article

Los Angeles in the News Public’s Help Sought Upon 40th Anniversary of the Santa Ana Bombing Murder of Arab American Activist Alexander Michel Odeh Upon this weekend’s 40th anniversary of the murder of Alexander Michel Odeh, the victim of a targeted bombing in Orange County, California, the FBI reminds the public that the case remains open and that the United States Department of Justice is offering a reward of up to $1 million for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for these crimes. Oct. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News California Man Charged Federally for Mailing Threat to Injure and Kill The Justice Department announced a criminal complaint charging George Russell Isbell Jr. of San Diego with mailing a threatening communication. Oct. 10, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Justice Department Statements Regarding Indictment of Former National Security Advisor John Bolton A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging former National Security Advisor John Bolton, 76, of Bethesda, Maryland, with serious crimes related to the mishandling of classified information. Oct. 16, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Justice Department Statements Regarding Indictment of Former National Security Advisor John Bolton A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging former National Security Advisor John Bolton, 76, of Bethesda, Maryland, with serious crimes related to the mishandling of classified information. Oct. 16, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Twenty Arrested in Mississippi Delta Drug Conspiracy Takedown with FBI Twenty Mississippi and Tennessee individuals were arrested on October 30 on criminal charges related to their alleged participation in a drug trafficking conspiracy in the Mississippi Delta. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article

Baltimore in the News Former General Manager for U.S. Defense Contractor Pleads Guilty to Selling Stolen Trade Secrets to Russian Broker Peter Williams, 39, an Australian national, pleaded guilty in connection with selling his employer’s trade secrets to a Russian cyber-tools broker. Oct. 29, 2025 Full Article

Miami in the News FBI Seeking Information on Alleged Drug Trafficker The FBI Miami Field Office is seeking the whereabouts of Rodolfo Mantilla who is wanted on multiple federal drug charges for allegedly importing bulk kilogram quantities of cocaine into the United States, specifically South Florida. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Former JBLM Sergeant Sentenced to Four Years in Prison for Delivering National Security Information to China A former U.S. Army Sergeant whose last duty post was Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) in western Washington was sentenced to four years in prison for two federal felonies. Oct. 28, 2025 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News Arizona Leader of Violent Extremist Network ‘764’ Charged with Running a Child Exploitation Enterprise, Supporting Terrorists, Producing and Distributing Child Pornography, and Other Crimes Baron Cain Martin, 21, of Tucson, Arizona, has been charged in a superseding indictment with participating in a child exploitation enterprise, conspiring to provide material support to terrorists, conspiring to kill, kidnap, or maim persons in a foreign country, and other related offenses. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article Kansas City in the News National Guardsman Arrested and Charged with Export Violation Canyon Anthony Amarys was arrested on October 28 in connection with his indictment for the attempted violation of the Export Control Reform Act. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article San Francisco in the News Nine Alleged Oakland Sureño Gang Members Charged with Racketeering Conspiracy in Connection with Murders and Related Crimes A federal grand jury has indicted nine men on charges of racketeering conspiracy in connection with two murders and other related offenses. Oct. 29, 2025 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Ten Arrested on Federal Complaints Charging Them with Committing Violence Against Officers and Property During Anti-ICE Rioting Law enforcement has arrested a total of 10 defendants federally charged in three criminal complaints with engaging in violence and civil disorder. Oct. 29, 2025 Full Article

Seattle in the News Update on Missing Person Mary Johnson (Davis) The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office discovered human remains in a remote area of North Snohomish County. DNA from the remains matches that of Mary Johnson (Davis), who has been missing from the Tulalip Reservation since November 25, 2020. Oct. 31, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Norfolk Asks for the Public's Assistance The FBI Norfolk Field Office and the United States Postal Inspection Service is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying the individuals responsible for an October 9, 2025, jewelry store armed robbery in Chesapeake, VA. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article

Detroit in the News FBI Detroit Issues One-Month Update on Grand Blanc LDS Church Shooting and Fire The FBI Detroit Field Office released a video update regarding the investigation into the September 28, 2025, attack at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Oct. 31, 2025 Full Article Indianapolis in the News U.S. Marine Arrested for Kidnapping, Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old Indiana Girl An active-duty U.S. Marine has been arrested after allegedly traveling from North Carolina to Indiana to meet, kidnap, and sexually assault a 12-year-old Hammond girl. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News Illinois Man Arrested for Alleged Threats Against the President An El Paso, Illinois, man, Derek Lopez, 27, has been charged in federal court with making threats against President Donald J. Trump. Oct. 29, 2025 Full Article El Paso in the News FBI El Paso Participates in Homeland Security Task Force The FBI El Paso Field Office is participating in the first-of-its-kind Homeland Security Task Force, which coordinates law enforcement efforts nationwide to crush violent crime. Oct. 29, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Former Stoughton Police Officer Indicted for Allegedly Causing the Death of His Victim’s Unborn Baby A former Stoughton police officer who was previously indicted for allegedly murdering Sandra Birchmore has been indicted for allegedly causing the death of Birchmore’s unborn son. Oct. 28, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Indian Man Charged with Assault Aboard Aircraft An Indian national has been charged with allegedly stabbing two minor victims with a metal fork while on board a Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Germany. Oct. 27, 2025 Full Article

New York in the News Two Russian Mob Leaders Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Murder-for-Hire Targeting a Journalist on Behalf of the Iranian Government Rafat Amirov and Polad Omarov were each sentenced for their participation in a murder-for-hire plot targeting Masih Alinejad. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News Convicted Felon Arrested and Charged After Stealing Multiple Firearms from a Storage Locker Sidney Campbell, 45, of Honolulu, Hawaii, was charged by criminal complaint with illegally possessing firearms as a convicted felon. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Third Suspect Charged with Murder in the Slaying of Congressional Intern, Also Charged in Killing of Teen Girl Naqwan Antonio Lucas, 18, of the District of Columbia, has been charged with the murder of 21-year-old congressional intern Eric Tarpinian-Jachym. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News Federal Grand Jury in Chicago Indicts Six Individuals on Charges of Impeding Federal Agent Engaged in Immigration Enforcement Operations A federal grand jury in Chicago has indicted six individuals for allegedly forcibly impeding and interfering with a federal agent. Oct. 26, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Two Defendants Convicted of Conspiring to Provide Material Support to ISIS Abdullah At Taqi was convicted on all three counts charging him and co-defendant Mohammad David Hashimi with conspiring and attempting to provide material support to ISIS. Oct. 24, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Lane County Man Sentenced to 24 Years in Federal Prison for Coercing and Sexually Exploiting Children in Oregon, New York, and Florida Vincent Alan Elder of Eugene, Oregon, was sentenced to federal prison for using social media platforms to exploit and coerce children in Oregon, New York, and Florida. Oct. 23, 2025 Full Article

Detroit in the News FBI Detroit Issues One-Month Update on Grand Blanc LDS Church Shooting and Fire The FBI Detroit Field Office released a video update regarding the investigation into the September 28, 2025, attack at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Oct. 31, 2025 Full Article Indianapolis in the News U.S. Marine Arrested for Kidnapping, Sexual Assault of 12-Year-Old Indiana Girl An active-duty U.S. Marine has been arrested after allegedly traveling from North Carolina to Indiana to meet, kidnap, and sexually assault a 12-year-old Hammond girl. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News Illinois Man Arrested for Alleged Threats Against the President An El Paso, Illinois, man, Derek Lopez, 27, has been charged in federal court with making threats against President Donald J. Trump. Oct. 29, 2025 Full Article El Paso in the News FBI El Paso Participates in Homeland Security Task Force The FBI El Paso Field Office is participating in the first-of-its-kind Homeland Security Task Force, which coordinates law enforcement efforts nationwide to crush violent crime. Oct. 29, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Former Stoughton Police Officer Indicted for Allegedly Causing the Death of His Victim’s Unborn Baby A former Stoughton police officer who was previously indicted for allegedly murdering Sandra Birchmore has been indicted for allegedly causing the death of Birchmore’s unborn son. Oct. 28, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Indian Man Charged with Assault Aboard Aircraft An Indian national has been charged with allegedly stabbing two minor victims with a metal fork while on board a Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Germany. Oct. 27, 2025 Full Article

New York in the News Defendant Convicted of Sex Trafficking Women at the Sayville Motor Lodge on Long Island Michael Johnson of Selbyville, Delaware, was convicted on four counts of an indictment charging him with sex trafficking conspiracy, sex trafficking, and interstate prostitution. Oct. 31, 2025 Full Article Nashville in the News Ukrainian National Extradited from Ireland in Connection with Conti Ransomware A Ukrainian man had his initial appearance in the Middle District of Tennessee on a 2023 indictment charging him with conspiracy to deploy Conti, a ransomware variant. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Pakistani National Sentenced to 40 Years for Transporting Iranian-Made Advanced Conventional Weapons A Pakistani national was sentenced to 40 years in prison for charges relating to his transportation of Iranian-made advanced conventional weaponry. Oct. 23, 2025 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News Multiple Suspects Charged for Having Firearms in Conspiracy to Provide Material Support to ISIS On October 31, 2025, the FBI arrested multiple suspects and took them into custody. They have now been charged for having firearms that would be used in a conspiracy to provide material support to ISIS. Nov. 3, 2025 Full Article Little Rock in the News FBI Little Rock Participates in Homeland Security Task Force The FBI Little Rock Field Office is participating in the first-of-its-kind Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) aimed at coordinating law enforcement efforts nationwide to crush violent crime. Nov. 3, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News High Level Drug Trafficker Extradited to the United States from Colombia to Face Drug Trafficking Charges Colombian authorities extradited Consolidated Priority Organizational Target Jose Orlando Buitrago-Rodríguez to the United States to face drug trafficking charges. Oct. 31, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Warm Springs Man Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter and Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury Carlos Ralph Miller-Smith of Warm Springs, Oregon, made his first appearance in federal court after being charged with involuntary manslaughter and assault resulting in serious bodily injury. Oct. 30, 2025 Full Article

Dallas in the News FBI Dallas, HSI Dallas, and DEA Dallas Participate in Homeland Security Task Force The FBI Dallas Field Office is participating in the first-of-its-kind Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF), which coordinates law enforcement efforts nationwide to crush violent crime. Nov. 4, 2025 Full Article New York in the News New York Man Sentenced to 17 Months in Prison for Hate Crimes After Repeatedly Assaulting Jewish Victims Officials announced that Tarek Bazrouk of New York was sentenced to 17 months in prison for committing hate crimes in connection with his repeated assaults of Jewish victims. Nov. 3, 2025 Full Article

New York in the News Mount Vernon Man Found Guilty of Sex Trafficking a Minor Rai Thomas of Mount Vernon, New York, was found guilty of sex trafficking of a minor and use of interstate facilities to promote sex trafficking and prostitution. Nov. 3, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Sex Offender Sentenced to 210 Months in Prison for Child Pornography Offense Cameron McEwen was sentenced to 210 months in prison for the receipt of sexually explicit photographs of a 16-year-old minor. Oct. 31, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Arizona Man Sentenced to 49 Months in Prison for Sending Antisemitic Death Threats Donovan Hall of Mesa, Arizona, was sentenced to 49 months in prison for making interstate threats and the interstate stalking of Jewish victims in New York City. Oct. 31, 2025 Full Article

San Francisco in the News Individual Charged with Assault on Federal Officers by Accelerating U-Haul Truck Toward Coast Guard Personnel Brendan Munro Thompson, also known as Bella Thompson and Bella Castillo, 26, was charged by criminal complaint with the federal crime of assaulting federal officers with a deadly or dangerous weapon by accelerating a U-Haul truck as it approached several U.S. Coast Guard personnel on October 23. Nov. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Belorussian Citizen Arrested for Illegally Exporting U.S.-Sourced Aviation Components to Russia Yana Leonova, 33, a Belorussian citizen most recently residing in Russia, was extradited from France on an indictment charging her with conspiring to violate the Export Control Reform Act, to commit smuggling, to commit money laundering, and to defraud the United States Nov. 4, 2025 Full Article

Louisville in the News Hopkinsville Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Charge for Damaging Church Statue Marley R. Taylor, 27, of Hopkinsville, pleaded guilty to damaging religious property. Nov. 4, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Two Arrested in Connection with Explosion on Harvard Medical School Campus Two Massachusetts men have been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged conspiracy to damage a building on Harvard Medical School’s (HMS) campus using a large commercial firework. Nov. 4, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Washington State Man Pleads Guilty to Damaging Energy Facility Nathaniel Cheney, 31, of Centralia, Washington, pleaded guilty to damaging a Portland area energy facility. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Fiber Laser Expert Convicted by Federal Jury of Economic Espionage and Theft of Trade Secrets A federal jury has convicted Ji Wang, 63, of Painted Post, N.Y., of two counts of economic espionage, one count of theft of trade secrets, one count of attempted economic espionage, and one count of attempted theft of trade secrets. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Three Chinese National Scholars from University of Michigan Laboratory Charged for Conspiring to Smuggle Biological Materials into the U.S. Three research scholars from the People’s Republic of China (PRC) were charged today in a criminal complaint with conspiracy to smuggle biological materials into the United States and for making false statements to U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Former NYPD Officer Charged with Bribery, Narcotics, Firearms, and Robbery Offenses Andrew Nguyen, a former New York City Police Department officer, has been charged with bribery, narcotics, firearms, and robbery offenses. Nov. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Inmate Pleads Guilty to Assault on Corrections Officers Abdulrahman El Bahnasawy of Ontario, Canada, pleaded guilty to offenses related to a 2020 attack on correctional officers at the United State Penitentiary Allenwood. Nov. 4, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Fiber Laser Expert Convicted by a Federal Jury of Economic Espionage and Theft of Trade Secrets A federal jury has convicted Ji Wang, 63, of Painted Post, of two counts of economic espionage, one count of theft of trade secrets, and other related offenses. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former CEO and Board Chairman Charged with Fraud Scheme Directed at Public Company Bradley Heppner was charged with securities fraud, wire fraud, conspiracy to commit securities fraud and wire fraud, false statements to auditors, and falsification of records. Nov. 4, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Bartow County Felon Who Shot at Police Sentenced to Decade in Federal Prison Shane Jacquces Barfield, a multi-convicted felon and domestic abuser, has been sentenced to federal prison for unlawfully possessing a firearm that he shot at local law enforcement. Nov. 6, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Nineteen Alleged Fraudsters Arrested for Conspiring to Scam Over 500 U.S. Seniors The FBI San Diego Elder Justice Task Force (EJTF), along with over a hundred law enforcement personnel, executed multiple federal and state arrest and search warrants on November 5 targeting alleged members and associates of an international elder scam network. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Third Suspect Arrested and Charged Along with Two Current Defendants for Conspiring to Provide Material Support to ISIS and Having Firearms That Would be Used to Commit an act of Terrorism on Behalf of ISIS The FBI arrested a third defendant, Ayob Nasser, 19, of Dearborn, Michigan, in connection with alleged ISIS terrorism case. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Bartow County Felon Who Shot at Police Sentenced to Decade in Federal Prison Shane Jacquces Barfield, a multi-convicted felon and domestic abuser, has been sentenced to federal prison for unlawfully possessing a firearm that he shot at local law enforcement. Nov. 6, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Nineteen Alleged Fraudsters Arrested for Conspiring to Scam Over 500 U.S. Seniors The FBI San Diego Elder Justice Task Force (EJTF), along with over a hundred law enforcement personnel, executed multiple federal and state arrest and search warrants on November 5 targeting alleged members and associates of an international elder scam network. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Third Suspect Arrested and Charged Along with Two Current Defendants for Conspiring to Provide Material Support to ISIS and Having Firearms That Would be Used to Commit an act of Terrorism on Behalf of ISIS The FBI arrested a third defendant, Ayob Nasser, 19, of Dearborn, Michigan, in connection with alleged ISIS terrorism case. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Former Credit Union Manager Sentenced to Prison for Decade-Plus Embezzlement Scheme Rita Hartman, a former Kansas credit union manager, received 63 months in prison for stealing more than $750,000 from her long-time employer. Nov. 6, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Topeka Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Artificial Intelligence Related Child Exploitation Offenses Jeremy Weber, 47, of Topeka, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for five counts of transportation of child pornography and one count of possession of child pornography. Nov. 6, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Thirty-Eight Defendants Charged Following Investigations by the Nashville Homeland Security Task Force Thirty-eight defendants, including eight members and associates of MS-13, have been charged on a variety of charges involving trafficking in fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine, carjacking, assault on law enforcement, unlawful possession of firearms, and immigration offenses. Nov. 6, 2025 Full Article

New Haven in the News Middletown Man Sentenced for Scheme that Defrauded Connecticut’s Medicaid Program of More Than $1.8 Million Ramon Appellaniz, previous operator of The Gemini Project, LLC, has been sentenced to serve 78 months in prison, followed by two years of supervised release; and ordered to pay over $1.8 million in restitution to CT Medicaid. Nov. 7, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News San Diego Man Indicted for Multimillion-Dollar Investment Scheme An extensive FBI San Diego investigation has led to the arrest and indictment of Ethan Joseph Sanchez for his alleged role in an investment scheme victimizing investors throughout the United States. Nov. 7, 2025 Full Article Los Angeles in the News FBI Los Angeles Seeks 28 Individuals in Connection with Violence Against People and Property Related to Anti-Immigration Enforcement Protests The FBI is seeking 28 individuals in connection with violence against people and property related to anti-immigration enforcement protests in June 2025. Nov. 7, 2025 Full Article

Houston in the News Mexican National Sentenced to 10 Years for Transporting Woman to Engage in Commercial Sex A 42-year-old citizen of Mexico has been ordered to prison after recruiting an 18-year-old victim, abusing her, and forcing her to engage in commercial sex acts. Nov. 7, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Seven Charged in Multi-State Burglary Ring Targeting Asian Business Owners A Colombian national made his initial appearance after being arrested for his alleged role in a burglary ring that primarily targeted residents of Asian descent in Oregon and Washington. Nov. 6, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News California Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Using Social Media to Sexually Exploit a Minor and Threatening to Share Sexual Images A Red Bluff, California, man was sentenced to federal prison for using social media to coerce a minor into sending him sexually explicit material. Nov. 6, 2025 Full Article

San Antonio in the News Convicted Sex Offender Sentenced in San Antonio for Unlawful Procurement of Citizenship or Naturalization A naturalized U.S. citizen previously convicted for child pornography charges was sentenced in San Antonio after pleading guilty to one count of unlawful procurement of citizenship or naturalization. Nov. 10, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Two Current Major League Baseball Players Charged in Sports Betting and Money Laundering Conspiracy Emmanuel Clase de la Cruz and Luis Leandro Ortiz Ribera have been charged with wire fraud, money laundering, and honest services wire fraud conspiracy, and conspiracy to influence sporting contests by bribery. Nov. 9, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Fargo Man Arrested for Threatening The President of the United States and the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation Andrew Walter Sandvik, age 47, from West Fargo, North Dakota, made an initial appearance in federal court to face federal threat charges. Nov. 7, 2025 Full Article Tampa in the News Tampa Man Federally Charged for Threatening to Injure and Kill a Federal Official and His Family Member Robert Logan Shoecraft, III, of Tampa, has been charged with interstate communication of a threat to injure and kill. Nov. 7, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Arizona Man Sentenced for Plot Targeting Christian Churches Zimnako Salah, 46, of Phoenix, Arizona, was sentenced to six years in prison in connection with his plot targeting Christian churches. Nov. 7, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Violent Felon Convicted of Running Drug Distribution and Money Laundering Operation from State Prison After a five-day trial, Jarvis Matthews was convicted for his role in leading a multimillion-dollar drug trafficking and money laundering operation from the confines of Calhoun State Prison. Nov. 7, 2025 Full Article

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Omaha in the News Quad Cities Men Sentenced to Federal Prison in Violent RICO Conspiracy Two Quad Cities men were sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a racketeering conspiracy, which engaged in a years-long pattern of violence, including murder, attempted murder, and drug trafficking. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article Miami in the News Cuban Air Force Pilot Indicted for Immigration Fraud Luis Raul Gonzalez-Pardo Rodriguez, 64, of Cuba, has been charged with fraud and misuse of visa, permits, and other documents, and making a false statement to a federal agency. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News New Scam Center Strike Force Battles Southeast Asian Crypto Investment Fraud Targeting Americans U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro, together with major federal law enforcement and interagency partners, announced the creation of the first Scam Center Strike Force to secure America against Southeast Asian cryptocurrency-related fraud and scams. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article

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Five MS-13 Members Found Guilty of Committing String of Six Grisly Murders to Advance Their Standing in the Criminal Street Gang Five members of the transnational criminal organization Mara Salvatrucha 13 (MS-13) were found guilty by a jury of committing six murders to advance their standing in the gang. Nov. 10, 2025 Full Article

Jacksonville in the News Gulf Breeze Man Convicted of Attempted Enticement of a Minor Brock A. Westrom, 36, of Gulf Breeze, Florida, was found guilty in federal court of attempted enticement of a minor. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Illegal Alien Convicted for Participation in Scheme to Defraud Elderly Victims of Millions in Cash and Gold Atharva Shailesh Sathawane, 22, of India, was found guilty by a federal jury of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

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St. Louis in the News Woman Admits Embezzling $305,000 From St. Louis County Company The former head of payroll for a St. Louis County company on Thursday admitted paying herself an extra $305,000 in salary and bonuses. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Recidivist Ohio Drug Trafficker Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Distributing Fentanyl Resulting in Death of Western Pennsylvania Resident A former resident of Youngstown, Ohio, was sentenced to 480 months in federal prison for distributing fentanyl resulting in death. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Shiprock Woman Pleads Guilty to Stabbing Angelia Garcia of Shiprock admitted to assaulting and stabbing another woman. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Newcomb Man Charged with Sexual Assault of a Minor Raymond Lapahie of Newcomb has been charged in federal court with sexually assaulting a minor. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Las Cruces Teenager Charged with Receiving Firearm While Under Indictment A Las Cruces teenager has been charged with illegally receiving a firearm while under indictment. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Zuni Man Sentenced for 2023 Murder Joey Luarkie of Zuni has been sentenced to 72 months in prison for voluntary manslaughter. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article

Indianapolis in the News FBI and HSI Indianapolis to Lead New Homeland Security Task Force FBI Indianapolis is participating in the first-of-its-kind Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF), which coordinates law enforcement efforts nationwide to crush violent crime. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article

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Justice Department Announces Nationwide Actions to Combat Illicit North Korean Government Revenue Generation The Justice Department announced five guilty pleas and more than $15 million in civil forfeiture actions against the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea remote information technology work and virtual currency heist schemes. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Mexican National Charged in August Robbery Spree Involving Casinos and a Bank A 32-year-old Mexican national who was residing in Federal Way, Washington, was detained at the Federal Detention Center at SeaTac. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

Atlanta in the News FBI Reward Increased to $20,000 in Columbus Murder Case FBI Atlanta announced a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the two unknown suspects responsible for the 2021 homicide of Amit Patel. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Imprisoned Sex Offender Sentenced to 16 More Months for Threatening Vengeance on Minor Victim’s Mother Franklin Jovany Torres was sentenced to an additional 16 months for vowing revenge and mailing death threats to the mother of a teenage boy who he had sexually abused. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Wheeling Attorney Guilty of Money Laundering and Fraud A Wheeling, West Virginia, attorney was convicted of fraud and money laundering. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Ukrainian Pleads Guilty in D.C. in Laptop Farm Scheme That Generated Income for North Korean IT Workers Oleksandr Didenko pleaded guilty in connection with a years-long scheme that stole the identities of U.S. citizens and sold them to North Korean IT workers. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Tennessee Woman Pleads Guilty to Charges Related to Creation and Distribution of Videos Depicting Monkey Torture and Mutilation Katrina Favret, of Greenville, Tennessee, pleaded guilty for her involvement with online groups creating and distributing videos depicting acts of extreme violence and sexual abuse against monkeys. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Philip Taylor Sobash of Austin, Texas, has pleaded guilty to one charge of sexual exploitation of a minor, while also admitting to sexually exploiting six other minors. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Director Patel Visits Japan, Republic of Korea, and the People's Republic of China to Expand on Partnerships Following POTUS Visit to the Region FBI Director Kash Patel traveled to Tokyo, Japan; Seoul, South Korea; and Beijing, China, the week of November 4 as part of his ongoing commitment to supporting frontline efforts and strengthening interagency partnerships around the world. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Jamaican Citizen Indicted for Stealing $800,000 From Vancouver, Washington, Victim in Lottery Scam A Jamaican citizen who was extradited to Western Washington was ordered detained pending trial on four counts of wire fraud and four counts of mail fraud. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Lee County Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Charge Martin DeJesus Maldonado, Jr., 44, of Lee County, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Torreon Man Faces Federal Charges After Series of Shooting Incidents A previously convicted felon is facing federal weapons charges following four separate shooting incidents on the Navajo Nation over a 14-month period. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Texas Man Indicted on Federal Charges for COVID-19 Unemployment Fraud Scheme Mark A. Long of Texas has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly defrauding the government by obtaining COVID-19 pandemic-related unemployment benefits. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Authorities Charge Las Cruces Man After Series of Retail Assaults and Thefts Spark Local Outcry A Las Cruces man with a lengthy history of retail thefts and assaults was federally charged under the Hobbs Act. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Shiprock Man Charged with Sexual Assault of a Minor Tyrel Westley Johnson of Shiprock has been charged in federal court with sexually assaulting a minor. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Dulce Man Sentenced for Unprovoked Assault A Dulce man was sentenced to 30 months in prison for assaulting a man without provocation and causing severe injuries. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Previously Deported Mexican National Sentenced for Possession of Images of Child Sexual Abuse A 42-year-old Mexican citizen was sentenced on October 1, 2025, in U.S. District Court to three years in prison for receiving images of child sexual abuse. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Three Leaders of Primary Health Network Plead Guilty to Defrauding Non-Profit Medical Organization of Millions of Dollars Two former Chief Executive Officers and a former facility manager for Primary Health Network have pleaded guilty to charges of agreeing to defraud their former employer. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Colombian Army Officer Sentenced in D.C. in Scheme to Distribute 10 Kilos of Cocaine in the U.S. Jairo Aldres Alzate Milan, 36, a former intelligence officer in the Colombian National Army, was sentenced to 65 months in prison in connection with a scheme to export cocaine. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Five-Time Felon Sentenced for Illegal Possession of a Pistol Joshua Calvin Allen, 35, was sentenced to 36 months in prison for illegally carrying a loaded Glock pistol with an extended magazine. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Dominican National Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Fentanyl Trafficking and Unlawful Reentry Into the United States A Dominican national was sentenced for selling five kilograms of fentanyl to an undercover agent after unlawfully reentering the United States after deportation. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Jury Finds Millington Man Guilty of Child Pornography Offenses Michael Fruitticher, 37, of Millington, was found guilty of production and attempted production of child pornography and possession of child pornography. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Leader of Bank Fraud Ring, Who Conspired with Insider to Drain Accounts, Sentenced to Three Years in Prison The organizer of a conspiracy to commit bank fraud to steal more than $345,000 from a western Washington credit union was sentenced to three years in prison. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Owner of Lake Sammamish Restaurant Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and False Tax Return Related to Embezzlement From Former Elderly Customer The former owner of a Lake Sammamish restaurant pleaded guilty to wire fraud and filing a false tax return in connection with his theft from a former customer. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Miami Lakes Attorney Charged with Wire Fraud and Money Laundering in Connection with Multimillion-Dollar Embezzlement Scheme A Miami Lakes attorney made his initial appearance in federal court on October 28 to face charges in connection with a scheme to embezzle millions of dollars. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Telemarketing Company Operators Sentenced for Roles in Genetic Testing Fraud Scheme Two men from Texas and Florida were sentenced to four years and two years in prison, respectively, for their roles as leaders of a marketing company that solicited fraudulent medical testing. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Jacksonville Man Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Entice and Meet an 11-Year-Old Child to Engage in Sexual Activity Noel Daniel Simonca, 48, of Jacksonville, has pleaded guilty to using his cellphone and the internet to attempt to entice a minor child to engage in sexual activity. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Twice-Convicted North Carolina Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Entice 11-Year-Old Child to Engage in Sexual Activity Geoffrey Lee Dudding, 39, of Concord, North Carolina, has pleaded guilty to using his cellphone and the internet to attempt to entice an 11-year-old child to engage in sexual activity. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former President and Executive Vice President of Local Teachers Union Pleaded Guilty to Stealing Union Funds in Leave Scam Teresa Brady and Ruby George have pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud and mail fraud, aiding and abetting wire fraud, and aiding and abetting mail fraud. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Retired Army Colonel Pleads Guilty to Unauthorized Communication of Classified Military Strike Plans Kevin Charles Luke, 62, of Parrish, has pleaded guilty to one count of unauthorized communication of information relating to the national defense. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Orange County Man Sentenced to 170 Years in Federal Prison for Production and Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material David Andrew Ogden, 40, of Winter Park, was sentenced to 170 years in federal prison for production and possession of child sexual abuse material. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Indian National Sentenced in Austin for Role in Multimillion-Dollar Elder Fraud Scheme An Indian national was sentenced in a federal court in Austin to 97 months in prison and was ordered to pay $2,515,780 in restitution for conspiracy to commit money laundering. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Twenty-One Alleged Arlington, Texas, Street Gang Members Charged with RICO Conspiracy, Murder, Drug and Gun Crimes Twenty-one alleged violent members of a criminal street gang have been federally charged with racketeering, murder and assault in aid of racketeering, drug trafficking, and gun crimes. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

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Jacksonville in the News Forty-Six Individuals Charged with Federal Crimes in October and November Officials announced that 46 individuals were indicted across three divisions of the Northern District of Florida during the lapse in appropriations. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Man Charged with Assaulting BIA Officer on Mescalero Apache Reservation Dominic James Isaac Sandoval Peralta, 23, was charged with assaulting a Bureau of Indian Affairs officer who responded to a report of property damage on the Mescalero Apache Reservation. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News New Jersey Man Charged with Cyberstalking in Connection with Violent Network ‘764’ Marek Cherkaoui, 21, of Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, was arrested on cyberstalking offenses in connection with a Nihilistic Violent Extremist (NVE) network known as 764. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Anchorage in the News Anchorage Woman Guilty of Drug Trafficking Conspiracy A federal jury convicted Erica Elisoff of Anchorage for her role in a local drug trafficking conspiracy. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Kentucky Man Sentenced for Role in Scheme to Defraud Boone County Schools Jesse Marks, 65, of Rush, Kentucky, was sentenced on Thursday, November 13, 2025, for conspiracy to commit mail fraud. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Seeking Information on a Hit and Run Officials are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual or individuals responsible for the death of a man. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Former Attorney Sentenced to Prison for Stealing Over $500,000 From Disabled Client A former Tacoma lawyer was sentenced to 18 months in prison for wire fraud, for his embezzlement from a vulnerable client’s trust account. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Two Sentenced for Pyramid Scheme That Victimized at Least 99 Missourians Two Missouri men were sentenced to more than 12 years in prison on Friday for operating a long-running Ponzi scheme that cost at least 99 victims $5.7 million. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Mobile in the News Marengo County Men Sentenced to Prison for Wire Fraud Conspiracy Involving Theft of More Than $1.2 Million in Building Materials Two Marengo County men were sentenced to 27 months and 13 months in prison for their roles in a wire fraud conspiracy involving theft of building materials. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Man Sentenced for Assault Darron Smith, 25, of Shiprock, was sentenced to five years of probation for slashing another man’s throat. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Zuni Man Indicted for Federal Charges in Triple Homicide Willis Kylestewa, 41, of Zuni, has been indicted on federal charges in connection with the deaths of three individuals on July 4. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Española Man Pleads Guilty to String of Armed Robberies That Led to Shooting Death An Española man pleaded guilty to federal charges stemming from a 2022 crime spree that left one person dead. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Woman Sentenced for Child Abuse Avondale Johnson, 32, of Shiprock, was sentenced to five years of probation after failing to seek medical care for her injured son. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Zuni Man Pleads Guilty to Shooting a Shotgun at Another Man Cody Laweka of Zuni is facing prison after pleading guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon and using a firearm during a crime of violence and discharging that firearm. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Bloomfield Man Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison for Sexual Abuse Donovan Pete, 44, of Bloomfield, was sentenced to 208 months in prison for sexually abusing an incapacitated minor victim. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Man Pleads Guilty to Stabbing Two Men Harley Etcitty, 21, of Shiprock, admitted in court to stabbing two men after a day of heavy drinking on the Navajo Nation in 2022. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Pueblo Pintado Man Pleads Guilty to Murder Thurman Curley, 36, of Pueblo Pintado, admitted to fatally shooting another man after a night of heavy drinking and a physical altercation. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Casamero Lake Woman Pleads Guilty to Involuntary Manslaughter in Fatal Hit-and-Run Debbie Rojack, 45, of Casamero Lake, pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter after striking and killing a pedestrian on a dirt road while driving drunk. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Zuni Man Charged for March 2025 Shooting Shane Austin Loretto, 31, of Zuni, has been charged after he opened fire in a residential area, seriously wounding the victim, then lied to police about his involvement. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Fruitland Man Pleads Guilty in Fatal DUI Crash That Killed a 16-Month-Old Child Dewayne Earl Blackie, 37, of Fruitland, pleaded guilty to a federal crime after a fatal car crash involving drugs that resulted in the death of a baby. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Morgan Lake Man Charged with Assault Kendall Benally, 42, of Morgan Lake, has been charged with assaulting an officer using his vehicle. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Two Men Charged with Firearm Possession in School Zone Two Las Cruces men have been charged with possession of a firearm in a school zone after being arrested with weapons near an elementary school. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Man Pleads Guilty to Murder in Shiprock Home Break-In Armondo Paul, 25, of Shiprock, admitted to breaking into a home and killing a man who tried to stop him from attacking another resident. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Nageezi Man Sentenced for Sexual Abuse A Nageezi man was sentenced to 13 years in prison for engaging in non-consensual sexual acts with a minor. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Zuni Man Pleads Guilty to Assault for Unprovoked Stabbing A Zuni man admitted to stabbing another man without provocation, causing serious injuries. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News La Jara Man Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of Minors A La Jara man was sentenced to 180 months in prison for a decades-long pattern of sexually abusing minors. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Shiprock Man Charged with Sexual Abuse of Minor Brian Begay of Shiprock has been indicted on federal charges for sexually abusing a minor over a five-year period. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Homeland Security Task Force Established in South Texas to Target Transnational Criminal Organizations and Safeguard the Nation The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) San Antonio Field Office and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) San Antonio Field Office announced the establishment of a regional Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF-South Texas). Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Lafayette Parish Couple Involved in Distributing Child Pornography Each Sentenced to a Decade or More in Prison Brad William Blanchard, 45, has been sentenced to 150 months in prison for attempted receipt and attempted distribution of child pornography. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Honduran Man Convicted at Trial for Kidnapping-for-Ransom Charges and Assault on a Federal Officer Hector Mondragon-Flores has been found guilty of all eight counts of a superseding indictment against him, including kidnapping and ransom related offenses. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Orleans Man Sentenced for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses Ryan Johnson has been sentenced to 103 months in prison, followed by five years of supervised release, for drug trafficking and firearms offenses. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article

Los Angeles in the News Valuable Items Stolen During Los Angeles Burglaries by South American Theft Groups Found in Chile and Returned to Victims, Including Actor Keanu Reeves In late July 2025, Chilean law enforcement officials from the Policía de Investigaciones de Chile (PDI, also known as the Investigative Police of Chile) turned over to the FBI valuables that had been stolen during Los Angeles-area burglaries. The stolen items have since been returned to the victims. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Huntington Man Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Crime Konnor Wolfe Lyons, 35, of Huntington, pleaded on November 17, 2025, to receipt or attempted receipt of child pornography. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Registered Sex Offender Who Cut Off Ankle Bracelet and Committed More Sex Crimes Against Children Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison A 29-year-old registered sex offender, who sexually exploited more than a dozen teens after cutting off his electronic monitoring device and absconding, was sentenced to 17 years in prison. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Kansas City in the News Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Drug Trafficking A Mexican National pleaded guilty in federal court for his role in a drug-trafficking conspiracy. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Richmond in the News Roanoke Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Robbing Truist Banks Michael Anthony McCoy of Roanoke, who robbed multiple Truist Banks in October 2022, was sentenced on October 17 to 10 years in federal prison. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Anchorage in the News Shaktoolik Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Cyberstalking, Sexually Exploiting Multiple Victims Matthew Jackson, 23, of Shaktoolik, was sentenced to 30 years in prison for sexually exploiting three children to produce child pornography. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Richmond in the News Final Defendant Sentenced in Federal Pandemic Fraud Unemployment Benefits Scheme The final defendant charged in a 17-member conspiracy who defrauded the United States was sentenced October 14 in U.S. District Court in Abingdon. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Richmond in the News Operation 'No Limits' Apprehends 96 Wanted Violent Felons, Seizes Drugs, Guns, and Cash Officials announced on November 3 the conclusion of Operation Washout – 'No Limits,' a weeklong collaborative law enforcement operation targeting violent crime. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

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New Haven in the News Two Men Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Narcotics in Southwestern Connecticut Two men involved in a southwestern Connecticut narcotics trafficking ring were sentenced to 84 months and 40 months in prison. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article New Haven in the News Former Connecticut Resident Pleads Guilty to Lying to Obtain U.S. Citizenship After Committing War Crimes in Bosnia A naturalized U.S. citizen from Bosnia and Herzegovina pleaded guilty to criminal charges related to her lying about her prior criminal conduct to obtain U.S. citizenship. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Richmond in the News Virginia Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Federal Hate Crime and Firearms Violation Douglas Wayne Cornett of Spotsylvania County, Virginia, was sentenced to life in prison in federal court after he pleaded guilty to two federal hate crime charges. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article New Haven in the News Waterbury Drug Distributor Sentenced to 40 Months in Federal Prison Luis Munoz, 41, of Waterbury, was sentenced to 40 months in prison for his role in a Waterbury drug trafficking organization. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News California Political Consultant and Former Public Official Charged with Conspiracy to Commit Fraud and Obstruct Justice, False Statements, and Tax Crimes Political consultant Dana Williamson, 53, of Carmichael, was charged by a federal grand jury with fraud crimes. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article

Washington in the News Cryptocurrency Money Launderer Pleads Guilty to RICO Conspiracy in Scheme That Stole $263 Million in Crypto Kunal Mehta of Irvine, California, pleaded guilty in connection with his role in a multi-state conspiracy that used social engineering to steal hundreds of millions of dollars in cryptocurrency. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Amidst the Government Shutdown, the United States Attorney’s Office Continues Efforts to Combat Transnational Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses The following are impactful cases that have occurred during the shutdown. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Amidst the Government Shutdown, the United States Attorney’s Office Continues Efforts to Combat Violent Crime and Crimes Against Our Children The following impactful cases occurred during the shutdown. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Former Riverside School Paraeducator Pleads Guilty to 12 Separate Counts of Child Exploitation Involving Multiple Minor Victims Former Riverside School District employee Dallas Michael Shuler pleaded guilty to 12 felony counts pertaining to the online exploitation of children. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article New Haven in the News Indictment Charges Shelton Woman with Fraud Offenses Stemming From Alleged $700,000 Embezzlement Scheme Pamela Aguilar of Shelton was charged with fraud offenses stemming from an alleged embezzlement scheme that defrauded a Connecticut company of approximately $700,000. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News

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Marek Cherkaoui, 21, of Egg Harbor Township, was arrested on cyberstalking offenses in connection with a Nihilistic Violent Extremist (NVE) network known as 764. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Make D.C. Safe and Beautiful Taskforce Members Arrest D.C. Man Wanted for Labor Day Murder at Recreation Center Tyrone Spencer, 44, of Washington, D.C., was arrested and charged with a homicide that occurred in the afternoon of September 1, 2025, in Northeast D.C. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News D.C. Man Found Guilty in Armed Robberies of Three Businesses in Washington, D.C. Mark Thomas Moore, 34, of the District of Columbia, was found guilty following a bench trial in U.S. District Court in connection with three armed robberies. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News District Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Producing Child Pornography and Sexually Abusing a Young Girl Charles Hilton, 40, of the District of Columbia, was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison in connection with producing child pornography and sexually abusing a young girl. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Knox Place Narcotics Trafficker Sentenced to 100 Months in Federal Prison Matthew Green, 31, of the District of Columbia, was sentenced in U.S. District Court to 100 months in prison in connection with his possession of a Glock 19 pistol as he was distributing narcotics. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

Houston in the News Former Contractor Admits to Hacking Employer in Retaliation for Termination Maxwell Schultz, of Columbus, Ohio, has pleaded guilty to computer fraud for hacking his former employer’s network after he was fired. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Natrona Man Indicted for Interstate Threats and Threatening to Murder a Federal Official Thomas Dorn, a resident of Natrona, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of communicating interstate threats. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Career Offender Convicted of Sex Trafficking, Drug Trafficking, and Unlawful Possession of Firearms James Anthony Stinson, age 55, of Spokane, Washington, was convicted of 11 felonies pertaining to sex trafficking, drug trafficking, and unlawful possession of firearms. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Convicted Murderer Sentenced to 13 Years in Prison for Assault with Intent to Commit Murder on the Yakama Reservation Jordan Stevens, 35, has been sentenced to 162 months in prison for assault with intent to commit murder. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News White Swan Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Attempted Sexual Abuse by Force or Threat on the Yakama Reservation Jerry Slockish, 58, of White Swan, received 144 months in prison for attempted sexual abuse by force or threat in Indian Country. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News White Swan Woman Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Murder on the Yakama Nation Indian Reservation Tahsheena Stacie Sam, 33, of White Swan, was sentenced to 300 months in prison for second-degree murder in Indian Country. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Phoenix in the News Former Border Patrol Agent Sentenced to 6½ Years in Prison for Bribery Scheme Jorge J. Jimenez, 54, of Nogales, Arizona, was sentenced to 78 months of custody, with a fine of $15,000, and a $100 special assessment. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Bay Area Man Sentenced to Nearly Four Years in Prison for Stealing Trade Secret Technology Designed for Missile Launch Detection A San Francisco Bay Area man and former engineer at a Southern California company was sentenced to 46 months in federal prison for stealing trade secret technologies. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News CVS Pharmacy Inc. Pays $18.2 Million to Resolve Alleged False Claims Act Violations CVS Pharmacy Inc. has paid a total of $18,282,280 to the United States and the State of California to resolve allegations that the company violated the Federal False Claims Act. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Miami Man Indicted for Murdering Ex-Wife and Boyfriend in Frederick County, Maryland A federal grand jury indicted David Turner, 35, of Miami, Florida, charging him with interstate travel to commit domestic violence resulting in death. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Folsom Man Indicted for Possessing a Firearm in a School Zone and Possessing a Firearm While Subject to a Restraining Order Curt Michael Taras, 53, of Folsom, was charged with possession of a firearm and ammunition by a prohibited person and possessing a firearm within a school zone. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

Buffalo in the News Prior Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to New Child Pornography Charge Andrew Yannello, 29, of Tonawanda, New York, pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Buffalo in the News Macedon Business Owner Involved in Classic Car Scheme Going to Prison for $2.5 Million Wire Fraud Clark P. Rittersbach, 51, of Cape Coral, Florida, who was convicted of wire fraud, was sentenced to serve 24 months in prison. Nov. 10, 2025 Full Article Buffalo in the News Prior Felon Indicted on New Child Pornography Charge A federal jury returned an indictment charging Raymond Mason, 52, of Frewsburg, New York, with possession of obscene visual depictions following a prior conviction. Nov. 3, 2025 Full Article

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10 Arrested in Federal Indictment Charging Olympic Athlete-Turned-Cocaine Trafficker with Ordering Murder of Witness in January Ten defendants have been arrested – and 11 total are in custody – pursuant to a nine-count federal grand jury indictment charging a former Olympic snowboarder now on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List, a Canadian criminal barrister, a reggaeton musician, a news website operator, and others in connection with the January 31 murder in Colombia of a federal witness in a separate criminal case. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article

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Leader of White Supremacist Group Pleads Guilty to Soliciting Hate Crimes and Sending Instructions to Make Bombs and Ricin Georgian national Michail Chkhikvishvili—a leader of Maniac Murder Cult, an international racially motivated violent extremist group—pleaded guilty to soliciting hate crimes and sending instructions to make bombs and ricin. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Afghan National Sentenced to Serve 15 Years in Federal Prison After Plotting Election Day Terror Attack in the United States Abdullah Haji Zada, 19, a native and citizen of Afghanistan and U.S. lawful permanent resident, has been sentenced to serve the statutory maximum of 15 years in federal prison for knowingly receiving, attempting to receive, and conspiring to receive a firearm and ammunition to be used to commit a federal crime of terrorism. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article

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Corporation and Former Chief Executive Officer Sentenced for Health Care Fraud and Tax Conspiracy KBWB Operations LLC and Kevin Breslin, former chief executive officer and managing member of KBWB-Atrium, were sentenced following prior guilty pleas to health care fraud and tax conspiracy. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Recidivist Fraudster Arrested for Stealing Gustave Courbet Painting Thomas Doyle of Connecticut was charged with wire fraud in connection with an alleged scheme to defraud the owner of the painting Mother and Child on a Hammock. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Menominee Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison for Assault with Intent to Murder and Burglary Neegee J. Cloud was sentenced to 360 months in prison for committing assault with intent to commit murder and burglary on the Menominee Indian Reservation. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Long Island Investment Advisors Convicted of Defrauding Clients out of Millions of Dollars A federal jury convicted investment advisors and twin brothers Adam and Daniel Kaplan of wire fraud conspiracy, wire fraud, and money laundering conspiracy. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Prison Sentence for Menominee Woman Convicted of Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine Dianna L. Chevalier, formerly of Keshena, received a 60-month sentence for a drug related crime on the Menominee Indian Reservation. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Seattle Man Convicted of Trafficking Fentanyl While Armed A jury in the U.S. District Court in Seattle convicted Seattle resident Leon Henderson of drug and firearm crimes. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Kansas City Man Sentenced to 115 Months for Illegally Possessing Firearm A Kansas City, Missouri, man was sentenced in federal court for illegally possessing a firearm. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Methamphetamine Trafficking A Mexican national pleaded guilty in federal court for possessing more than 56 pounds of methamphetamine and for entering the U.S. illegally. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Significant Federal Prosecutions in the Northern District of Alabama During the 2025 Government Shutdown During the federal government shutdown, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama continued its mission to protect public safety. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pensacola Man Pleads Guilty to Engaging in a Criminal Online Child Exploitation Enterprise Michael D. Whitacre Jr. of Pensacola, Florida, pleaded guilty in federal court for engaging in a child exploitation enterprise. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Hollidaysburg Lawyer Sentenced to Prison for Forging U.S. District Judge’s Signature A resident of Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, was sentenced in federal court to 15 months of imprisonment. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Counselor, New Mexico, Man Charged in Death of Four-Year-Old Child A Counselor, New Mexico, man was charged in connection with the death of a 4-year-old child. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Offers Reward for Man Dressed in Black Responsible for Albuquerque Bank Robbery The FBI and Albuquerque Police Department are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who robbed the Wells Fargo Bank at 11199 Montgomery Blvd NE. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Jury Finds Taos Man Guilty of First-Degree Murder and All Other Charges in Trial Related to Brutal 2023 Taos Pueblo Slaying A federal jury returned guilty verdicts against Zebadiah Romero on all charges for the October 2023 premediated murder of a Taos Pueblo man. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Child Predator Sentenced to More Than 16 Years in Prison William Isaak Sparks was sentenced to over 16 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a child to engage in sexual activity via the internet. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pagan’s Motorcycle Club Member Sentenced for Armed Assault Against Rival Brandon S. Hodge was sentenced in federal court for his involvement in an armed assault against a member of a rival motorcycle club. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pascua Yaqui Tribal Member Sentenced to 10 Years Prison for Possession of Child Pornography Richard Alex Buitimea, a member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a conviction of possession of child pornography. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Anchorage Doctor and Husband Plead Guilty to Multimillion-Dollar Health Care, Tax Fraud Schemes An Anchorage doctor and her husband pleaded guilty to executing a $12.5 million health care fraud scheme. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Chief Executive Officer of Steel Manufacturer Charged With $66 Million Fraud Scheme Derek Wachob was charged with wire fraud in connection with his multi-year scheme to defraud individual investors, a bank, and an investment firm. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Johnstown Resident Pleads Guilty to Theft from a Program Receiving Federal Funds A resident of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of stealing funds from a program or entity receiving federal funding. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Berks County Man Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Offenses Matthew McKinney entered a plea of guilty on one count each of distribution of child pornography and receipt of child pornography. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Seattle Man Convicted of Trafficking Fentanyl While Armed A jury in the U.S. District Court in Seattle convicted Seattle resident Leon Henderson of drug and firearm crimes. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Kansas City Man Sentenced to 115 Months for Illegally Possessing Firearm A Kansas City, Missouri, man was sentenced in federal court for illegally possessing a firearm. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Methamphetamine Trafficking A Mexican national pleaded guilty in federal court for possessing more than 56 pounds of methamphetamine and for entering the U.S. illegally. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Significant Federal Prosecutions in the Northern District of Alabama During the 2025 Government Shutdown During the federal government shutdown, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama continued its mission to protect public safety. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pensacola Man Pleads Guilty to Engaging in a Criminal Online Child Exploitation Enterprise Michael D. Whitacre Jr. of Pensacola, Florida, pleaded guilty in federal court for engaging in a child exploitation enterprise. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Hollidaysburg Lawyer Sentenced to Prison for Forging U.S. District Judge’s Signature A resident of Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, was sentenced in federal court to 15 months of imprisonment. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Counselor, New Mexico, Man Charged in Death of Four-Year-Old Child A Counselor, New Mexico, man was charged in connection with the death of a 4-year-old child. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Offers Reward for Man Dressed in Black Responsible for Albuquerque Bank Robbery The FBI and Albuquerque Police Department are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who robbed the Wells Fargo Bank at 11199 Montgomery Blvd NE. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Jury Finds Taos Man Guilty of First-Degree Murder and All Other Charges in Trial Related to Brutal 2023 Taos Pueblo Slaying A federal jury returned guilty verdicts against Zebadiah Romero on all charges for the October 2023 premediated murder of a Taos Pueblo man. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Child Predator Sentenced to More Than 16 Years in Prison William Isaak Sparks was sentenced to over 16 years in federal prison for attempting to entice a child to engage in sexual activity via the internet. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pagan’s Motorcycle Club Member Sentenced for Armed Assault Against Rival Brandon S. Hodge was sentenced in federal court for his involvement in an armed assault against a member of a rival motorcycle club. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pascua Yaqui Tribal Member Sentenced to 10 Years Prison for Possession of Child Pornography Richard Alex Buitimea, a member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for a conviction of possession of child pornography. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Anchorage Doctor and Husband Plead Guilty to Multimillion-Dollar Health Care, Tax Fraud Schemes An Anchorage doctor and her husband pleaded guilty to executing a $12.5 million health care fraud scheme. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Chief Executive Officer of Steel Manufacturer Charged With $66 Million Fraud Scheme Derek Wachob was charged with wire fraud in connection with his multi-year scheme to defraud individual investors, a bank, and an investment firm. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Johnstown Resident Pleads Guilty to Theft from a Program Receiving Federal Funds A resident of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of stealing funds from a program or entity receiving federal funding. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Berks County Man Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Offenses Matthew McKinney entered a plea of guilty on one count each of distribution of child pornography and receipt of child pornography. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Returns Mario Guadalupe Vasquez to United States to Face Homicide Charges FBI Sacramento and the Fairfield Police Department are announcing the apprehension of Mario Guadalupe Vasquez. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Former Employee of South Lake Tahoe Construction Company Convicted of Fraud and Identity Theft Kami Elois Power was found guilty of 11 counts of wire fraud and other related crimes. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Final Aryan Brotherhood Gang Member Sentenced to Life in Prison for Conspiracy Convictions Including Conspiracy to Commit Murder Danny Troxell was sentenced to life in prison for participating in a RICO conspiracy and a conspiracy to commit murder. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Significant Case Activities During Shutdown U.S. Attorney Eric Grant announces actions taken during the recent lapse in appropriations when public affairs functions were significantly curtailed. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Las Vegas Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Sex Trafficking of 16-Year-Old Girl in San Diego Vincent Bailey was sentenced to 10 years in prison for the sex trafficking a 16-year-old girl from Las Vegas. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former CFO Sentenced to Three Years in Federal Prison for Embezzling Over $9 Million from San Francisco Seafood Wholesaler Antonietta Nguyen was sentenced to 36 months in federal prison for her role in orchestrating multiple fraud schemes against ABS Seafood Inc. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Qualcomm Executive Sentenced to Prison for $180 Million Fraud Dr. Karim Arabi was sentenced to four years in prison for wire fraud and money laundering. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Upper Darby Man Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Defrauding a Religious Organization and a Political Organization Willie Jordan, of Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, was sentenced for two separate fraud schemes. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Milton, Pennsylvania, Man Sentenced to 41 Months in Prison on Drug Trafficking Charges Justo Melendez-Morales was sentenced to 41 months’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to distribution of cocaine. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pinehill Man Charged with Sexually Abusing Minors A Pinehill, New Mexico, man has been indicted on federal charges for sexually abusing two minors over a seven-year period. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Eleven Charged in Dauphin County Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Eleven were charged in a superseding indictment as part of a drug-trafficking conspiracy in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Gallup, New Mexico, Man Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter A Gallup man has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly killing another person while driving recklessly. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pinedale Woman Charged with Murder in Fatal Shooting A Pinedale, New Mexico, woman has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly shooting and killing a man. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, Felon Pleads Guilty to Possession of Firearm and Ammunition A resident of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating a federal firearms law. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Mexico Man Sentenced to Over 21 Years in Federal Prison for Fentanyl Trafficking A New Mexico man was sentenced in a federal court in El Paso to 262 months in prison for trafficking approximately 1.5 kilograms of fentanyl. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Little Rock Psychologist Indicted by Federal Grand Jury for Defrauding Medicare and Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield A Little Rock psychologist has been indicted for defrauding Medicare and Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Oakmont Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking and Possession of Firearms A resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was sentenced on drug and firearm crimes. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pittsburgh Felon Charged with Possessing Firearm and Ammunition A resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on a charge of violating a federal firearms law. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Johnstown Resident Pleads Guilty to Narcotics Trafficking A resident of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of violating federal narcotics laws. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Michigan Man Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Trafficking A resident of Westland, Michigan, pleaded guilty in federal court to cocaine trafficking. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Lehigh County Man Pleads Guilty to Scheme That Defrauded Victims of Nearly $2 Million Chinedu Ekuma entered a plea of guilty on two counts of wire fraud, in connection with a scheme that defrauded victims of nearly $2 million. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Philadelphia Deputy Sheriff Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud Darryl T. Wells entered a plea of guilty to bank fraud. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Third Defendant Pleads Guilty for Fraudulently Obtaining Millions in Public Benefits and Laundering Proceeds to China Brian R. Cleland pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to launder monetary instruments in the amount of approximately $46.4 million. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Charges Over 180 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct in Arizona This Week The U.S. Attorney’s Office has brought immigration-related criminal charges against 184 defendants. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Maryland Man Pleads Guilty to Mailing Threatening Communications to Jewish Institutions and Civil Rights Violations Clift Seferlis entered a plea of guilty on 17 counts of mailing threatening communications and eight counts of obstruction of free exercise of religious beliefs. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Wayne County Man Sentenced to 210 Months in Prison for Attempted Production of Child Pornography Christopher Foster, a resident of Moscow, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to over 17 years in prison for attempted production of child pornography. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Monroe County Man Sentenced to 262 Months in Prison on Child Pornography Charges Ivan Nicholas Baez of Kunkletown, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to over 21 years in prison on child pornography charges. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Inmate Sentenced to Five Years’ Imprisonment for Attempting to Distribute Drugs in a Federal Prison Julian Beavers was sentenced to five years’ imprisonment for attempting to provide fentanyl, marijuana, and xylazine to other inmates. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Russellville Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison for Role in ‘To The Dirt’ Methamphetamine Conspiracy Troy R. Loadholt, a multi-convicted felon, will spend the next 25 years in federal prison for his role in a methamphetamine conspiracy. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Tioga, Philadelphia, Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Child Enticement James Casher was sentenced to 10 years in prison for child enticement. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Lycoming County Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Production of Child Pornography Christopher Stout, a resident of Hughesville, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 30 years’ imprisonment for production of child pornography. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Lancaster County Man Pleads Guilty to Bomb Hoax Targeting the 2024 U.S. Open Aidan Getchius of Strasburg, Pennsylvania, entered a plea of guilty to one count of conveying false information and hoaxes. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Philadelphia Man Who Committed Three Armed Robberies in Three Days Sentenced to More Than 25 Years in Prison Tyree Hatch was sentenced to 306 months in prison for armed robberies. Nov. 3, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Upper Darby Man Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Defrauding a Religious Organization and a Political Organization Willie Jordan, of Upper Darby, Pennsylvania, was sentenced for two separate fraud schemes. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Milton, Pennsylvania, Man Sentenced to 41 Months in Prison on Drug Trafficking Charges Justo Melendez-Morales was sentenced to 41 months’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to distribution of cocaine. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pinehill Man Charged with Sexually Abusing Minors A Pinehill, New Mexico, man has been indicted on federal charges for sexually abusing two minors over a seven-year period. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Eleven Charged in Dauphin County Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Eleven were charged in a superseding indictment as part of a drug-trafficking conspiracy in Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Gallup, New Mexico, Man Charged with Involuntary Manslaughter A Gallup man has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly killing another person while driving recklessly. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pinedale Woman Charged with Murder in Fatal Shooting A Pinedale, New Mexico, woman has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly shooting and killing a man. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, Felon Pleads Guilty to Possession of Firearm and Ammunition A resident of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating a federal firearms law. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Mexico Man Sentenced to Over 21 Years in Federal Prison for Fentanyl Trafficking A New Mexico man was sentenced in a federal court in El Paso to 262 months in prison for trafficking approximately 1.5 kilograms of fentanyl. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Little Rock Psychologist Indicted by Federal Grand Jury for Defrauding Medicare and Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield A Little Rock psychologist has been indicted for defrauding Medicare and Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Oakmont Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking and Possession of Firearms A resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was sentenced on drug and firearm crimes. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pittsburgh Felon Charged with Possessing Firearm and Ammunition A resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on a charge of violating a federal firearms law. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Johnstown Resident Pleads Guilty to Narcotics Trafficking A resident of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of violating federal narcotics laws. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Michigan Man Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Trafficking A resident of Westland, Michigan, pleaded guilty in federal court to cocaine trafficking. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Lehigh County Man Pleads Guilty to Scheme That Defrauded Victims of Nearly $2 Million Chinedu Ekuma entered a plea of guilty on two counts of wire fraud, in connection with a scheme that defrauded victims of nearly $2 million. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Philadelphia Deputy Sheriff Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud Darryl T. Wells entered a plea of guilty to bank fraud. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Third Defendant Pleads Guilty for Fraudulently Obtaining Millions in Public Benefits and Laundering Proceeds to China Brian R. Cleland pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to launder monetary instruments in the amount of approximately $46.4 million. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Charges Over 180 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct in Arizona This Week The U.S. Attorney’s Office has brought immigration-related criminal charges against 184 defendants. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Maryland Man Pleads Guilty to Mailing Threatening Communications to Jewish Institutions and Civil Rights Violations Clift Seferlis entered a plea of guilty on 17 counts of mailing threatening communications and eight counts of obstruction of free exercise of religious beliefs. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Wayne County Man Sentenced to 210 Months in Prison for Attempted Production of Child Pornography Christopher Foster, a resident of Moscow, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to over 17 years in prison for attempted production of child pornography. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Monroe County Man Sentenced to 262 Months in Prison on Child Pornography Charges Ivan Nicholas Baez of Kunkletown, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to over 21 years in prison on child pornography charges. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Inmate Sentenced to Five Years’ Imprisonment for Attempting to Distribute Drugs in a Federal Prison Julian Beavers was sentenced to five years’ imprisonment for attempting to provide fentanyl, marijuana, and xylazine to other inmates. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Russellville Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison for Role in ‘To The Dirt’ Methamphetamine Conspiracy Troy R. Loadholt, a multi-convicted felon, will spend the next 25 years in federal prison for his role in a methamphetamine conspiracy. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Tioga, Philadelphia, Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Child Enticement James Casher was sentenced to 10 years in prison for child enticement. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Lycoming County Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Production of Child Pornography Christopher Stout, a resident of Hughesville, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 30 years’ imprisonment for production of child pornography. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Lancaster County Man Pleads Guilty to Bomb Hoax Targeting the 2024 U.S. Open Aidan Getchius of Strasburg, Pennsylvania, entered a plea of guilty to one count of conveying false information and hoaxes. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Philadelphia Man Who Committed Three Armed Robberies in Three Days Sentenced to More Than 25 Years in Prison Tyree Hatch was sentenced to 306 months in prison for armed robberies. Nov. 3, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Wanted by the FBI: Justin Aguino The FBI is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of Justin Aguino. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Missouri Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for $174 Million Health Care Fraud Conspiracy Jamie P. McNamara was sentenced to 10 years in prison for orchestrating a scheme to defraud Medicare. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Wanted by the FBI: Justin Aguino The FBI is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest of Justin Aguino. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Missouri Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for $174 Million Health Care Fraud Conspiracy Jamie P. McNamara was sentenced to 10 years in prison for orchestrating a scheme to defraud Medicare. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Federal Jury Convicts Gloucester Man of Sexually Abusing a Foreign Exchange Student and Receiving Child Pornography A federal jury convicted a Gloucester man on charges of coercion and enticement of a child and receipt of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Law Enforcement Highlight Continuity of Operations During Government Shutdown Federal law enforcement leaders gathered at a roundtable discussion to highlight each agency’s accomplishments in maintaining public safety. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News South Florida Congresswoman Charged with Stealing $5 Million in FEMA Funds and Making Illegal Campaign Contributions Congresswoman Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick and several co-defendants were charged with stealing federal disaster funds, laundering the proceeds. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Laurel County Man Sentenced for Distributing Child Pornography Former paramedic Bradley Callahan was sentenced to 162 months in prison for the distribution of child pornography. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Prairie City Man Sentenced to 180 Months in Federal Prison for Possessing Child Pornography A Prairie City man was sentenced to 180 months in federal prison for possession of child pornography and 24 months in federal prison for revocation of his supervised release. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Elkhart Woman Sentenced to 85 Months in Prison Undrea House was sentenced after pleading guilty to one count of bank robbery and one count of brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Founder of Chicago Cryptocurrency Company Indicted in Alleged $10 Million Money Laundering Conspiracy The founder of a Chicago cryptocurrency company has been indicted in an alleged $10 million money laundering conspiracy. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Maryland Man Who Robbed Two Iowa Convenience Stores Sentenced to Federal Prison A man who was previously convicted of robbing the Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust was sentenced to nearly three years in federal prison. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Update on Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) South Texas Efforts to Disrupt Tren de Aragua (TdA), a Known Transnational Criminal Organization Last week, the FBI San Antonio Field Office and Homeland Security Investigations San Antonio Field Office announced the establishment of a regional Homeland Security Task Force - South Texas. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News White-Collar Executive Incarcerated for Fixing Nurse Wages and Fraud A federal district court in Nevada sentenced Eduardo 'Eddie' Lopez of Las Vegas to 40 months in custody and $550,000 in criminal fines. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Justice Department Surge to Indian Country to Investigate Unresolved Violent Crimes Yields Results The Justice Department has announced results from its six-month surge of FBI assets across the country to address violent crime in Indian Country, including crimes relating to missing or murdered Indigenous persons. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News 719 Kilos of Meth Found Hidden in Shipments of Blackberries Seized in North Georgia Search Warrants FBI Atlanta, along with our law enforcement partners, seized 719 kilos (1585 pounds) of crystal methamphetamine in a series of search warrants in Atlanta and Hall County on November 21, 2025. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Orlando Middle School Teacher Sentenced to Life in Federal Prison Italo Rafael Brett Bonini was sentenced to life in federal prison for enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Images Nets District Man 74 Months in Prison Khari McKoy was sentenced to 74 months in prison for possessing hundreds of images of children being sexually abused. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News United States Attorney Announces Largest Meth Seizure in Colorado History, So-Called ‘Kingpin’ Charge Filed Against Leader of Drug Trafficking Organization 15 individuals were indicted by a federal grand jury in connection with the largest methamphetamine seizure in Colorado history. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Purported Ute Mountain Ute Medicine Man Convicted of Sexually Assaulting Five Victims Lyndreth Hemp Wall, a member of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe, was convicted of sexually assaulting five victims, including a child. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Former Bank of America Employee Sentenced for Role in International Money Laundering Conspiracy A New York man was sentenced for his involvement in a sophisticated international money laundering and drug trafficking organization. Nov. 25, 2025

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FBI in the News New Orleans Man Guilty of Sending Obscene Videos to an Individual He Believed to be a Fifteen-Year-Old Female Mark Brooks pleaded guilty to attempted transfer of obscene matter to a minor. Nov. 27, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Kansas City Woman Sentenced to Five Years for Embezzlement A Kansas City, Missouri, woman was sentenced to federal prison and ordered to pay restitution for a fraud scheme. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two Mexican Nationals Plead Guilty to Meth Trafficking Two Mexican nationals pleaded guilty in federal court for possessing more than 56 pounds of methamphetamine. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Repeat Sex Offender Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Child Pornography Crime Robert M. Harvey, a registered sex offender, was sentenced to the statutory maximum sentence of 20 years in prison for possession of child pornography. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Richmond Announces $20,000 Reward in Death Investigation The FBI is announcing a $20,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction for the death of Meredith Rose Walker. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Alma Avenue Gang Member and Brother, Both Prior Felons, Facing New Drug and Gun Charges Kevin Miller of Buffalo, New York, and Kaylen Miller of Lackawanna, New York, were arrested on drug and firearm crimes. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Albuquerque FBI Division Announces 2026 Citizens Academy The FBI Albuquerque Division welcomes business, civic, and faith-based community leaders to apply for FBI Albuquerque’s Citizens Academy program. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Erie Resident Pleads Guilty to Possessing and Distributing Methamphetamine A resident of Erie, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating federal narcotics laws. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Three Individuals Indicted on Federal Charges Related to 2020 Unsolved Murder Three individuals have been indicted on federal charges related to the murder of Zachariah Juwaun Shorty that occurred in Nenahnezad, New Mexico. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Buffalo Man Going to Prison on Child Pornography Charge Alexander J. Weidner, who was convicted of possession of child pornography involving a prepubescent minor, was sentenced to serve five years in prison. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Rochester Man Who Lured Minor to Hotel for Sex Going to Prison Jonathan Woody, who was convicted of coercion and enticement of a minor, was sentenced to 144 months in prison. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Omaha Crips Gang Enterprise Charged with Violent Crimes in Aid of Racketeering Thirteen Crips gang members were indicted on a range of federal organized crime charges. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Keller Highlights a Dozen Significant Prosecutions During Government Shutdown During the federal government shutdown, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Louisiana continued its critical work making the community safer. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Eight-Time Felon Guilty of Illegally Possessing a Firearm Gerard Carr, a resident of New Orleans, pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Police Captain Charged for Offenses Against Children Daryn Edwards has been indicted on multiple counts, to include coercion and enticement of a minor, and possession and production of child sexual abuse material. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Las Vegas Resident Charged with Cyberstalking and Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Renad Bautista has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of cyberstalking and sexual exploitation of a minor. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Wall, Pennsylvania, Resident Pleads Guilty to Sexual Exploitation of Minors Dylan Weyandt pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of violating federal laws regarding the sexual exploitation of minors. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Orleans Man Sentenced for Federal Drug Trafficking and Weapons Violations Cyril Hoffman Jr. was sentenced to 12 years in prison after previously pleading guilty to drug and firearm crimes. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Orleans Man Sentenced to Over 24 Years in Prison for Fentanyl Trafficking and Firearms Offenses Odine Dominick was sentenced after previously pleading guilty to drug crimes. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Offers $3,000 Reward for Information Leading to Identification of Subject(s) in Topeka Robbery The FBI announced a reward for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of the individual or individuals responsible for the robbery of a KFC in Topeka, Kansas. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News First Defendant Sentenced in Multistate Family-Based Drug Trafficking Ring Michael Young Jr. was sentenced to seven years in prison for his high-level role in a multistate drug trafficking conspiracy. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Physician Convicted of Conspiracy to Defraud Medicare Dr. Marion Lee of Cordele, Georgia, pled guilty to conspiracy to defraud the United States. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Portland Man Pleads Guilty to Arson at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement Building A Portland man pleaded guilty to arson at the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) office in South Portland. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News November Federal Grand Jury 2025-B Indictments Announced U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Oklahoma Clint Johnson announced the results of the November Federal Grand Jury 2025-B indictments. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Charlotte Woman Charged with Assaulting Federal Officer Heather Morrow was charged with felony assault, resist, or impede a federal officer. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Three Sureño Street Gang Associates Charged with Felon in Possession of a Firearm Three men associated with the Sureño street gang have been charged with felon in possession of a firearm. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two Nigerian-Born Men Sentenced to Prison for Laundering Millions of Dollars in Criminal Proceeds Two Nigerian-born men were sentenced to prison for laundering millions of dollars in criminal proceeds that were derived from fraud schemes. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two Charlotte Men Are Charged with Using Their Vehicles to Assault, Resist, or Impede Federal Officers Conducting Immigration Enforcement Operations Two men involved in separate incidents have been charged in federal court for allegedly using their vehicles to assault, resist, or impede federal officers. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Dayton Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening to Kill Congressman Jeffery Dorsey admitted in federal court to threatening to kill a U.S. congressman. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Attica Man Charged by Criminal Complaint with Production of Child Pornography Edward Forrester was charged by criminal complaint with production of child pornography and possession of child pornography following a prior conviction. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Man Sentenced to 189 Months After Firing on Law Enforcement in Winston-Salem A Forsyth County, North Carolina, man was sentenced in Winston-Salem to a total of more than 15 years in prison after pleading guilty to felon in possession of a firearm. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Ohio Man Indicted on Attempted Murder of a Federal Agent Larry Leon Dwight Wiley faces additional charges in connection with an incident that resulted as federal officers attempted to serve an arrest warrant. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Warwick, North Dakota, Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Sexual Abuse Jordain Jaden Smith was sentenced to 20 years in prison for sexual abuse of an incapacitated victim and sexual abuse of a minor. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Prime Capital Ventures CEO Pleads Guilty to Multimillion-Dollar Wire Fraud Conspiracy Kris Roglieri pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy in connection with the operation and collapse of his purported commercial lending business. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Kidnapper Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison Leland Alexander Drumheller was sentenced in federal court to 48 months in prison for kidnapping. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News 'Operation Brightside'—Multiagency Warrant Sweep Columbia, Missouri Operation Brightside was an enforcement effort to identify, apprehend, and initiate prosecution against some of the most violent offenders in the Columbia metropolitan area. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Rochester Area Teacher Going to Prison for Possession of Child Pornography Kevin Burns, who was convicted of possession of child pornography involving a prepubescent minor, was sentenced to serve 54 months in prison. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Illinois Man Pleads Guilty to Elder Fraud Conspiracy Involving Gold Bars Syed M. Makki pleaded guilty in federal court to taking part in an elder fraud conspiracy. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Huntington Man Sentenced to Prison for Federal Gun Crime Robert Craig Hatfield was sentenced to five years in prison for carrying a firearm during and in relation to the distribution of fentanyl. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Kentucky Man Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Crime Kody D. Harless pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute a quantity of fentanyl. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Continues to Dedicate Resources to Address Violent Crime in Indian Country In 2023, Operation Not Forgotten began as an FBI initiative to surge investigative, intelligence, and victim service support to Indian Country offices. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI San Diego Warns Shoppers to Be Aware of Scams During the 2025 Holiday Season FBI San Diego is warning consumers to be aware of the many types of scams criminals use to separate you from your hard-earned money or personal information during this holiday shopping season. Nov. 28, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Cleveland Warns of Holiday Scams During Shopping Season FBI Cleveland is warning the public about common holiday scams and encouraging shoppers to be vigilant for scams that are designed to steal their money and obtain their personal information during the 2025 shopping season. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Cleveland Seizes 640 Kilos of Drugs and Nearly 300 Arrests as Part of the Homeland Security Task Force Initiative FBI Cleveland announced results of the Homeland Security Task Force, a multi-agency initiative led by the Department of Homeland Security to tackle the presence of criminal cartels, foreign gangs, and transnational criminal organizations operating across northern Ohio and nationwide. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Repeat Child Molester and Rapist Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Attempted Enticement of 10-Year-Old While Required to Register as Sex Offender Charles Wager was sentenced to 30 years in prison after a jury convicted him in February 2023 of attempting to entice a minor. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Founders of Samourai Wallet Cryptocurrency Mixing Service Sentenced to Five and Four Years in Prison Samourai CEO Keonne Rodriguez and Samourai CTO William Lonergan Hill knowingly transmitted over $237 million in criminal proceeds. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Brooklyn Business Owner Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for $55 Million Illegal Check Cashing, Bank Fraud, and Tax Evasion Scheme David Motovich was sentenced to 15 years in prison for operating an illegal money transmitting business and related bank crimes. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Woodbury Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for 'Deliberate, Persistent Sextortion Scheme' Timothy Lennard Gebhart was sentenced for production and attempted production of child pornography, distribution of child pornography, and interstate communications with intent to extort. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News California Company and Three Employees Sentenced for Conspiring to Sell Misbranded N95 Masks to Hospital in Early Months of COVID-19 Pandemic A California company and three individuals who owned and managed the company were sentenced in connection with the shipment of face masks that were misbranded. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Waterville Man Sentenced for Making Interstate Threats A Waterville man was sentenced for making threatening interstate communications. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Farmington Marijuana Conspirators Convicted at Trial Lucas Sirois and his father, Robert Sirois, both of Farmington, were found guilty of multiple charges arising from their drug conspiracy. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Orleans Man Guilty of Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses Bryan Turner pleaded guilty to drug and firearm crimes. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Twelve Individuals Charged in $11 Million Stolen Treasury Check Conspiracy Twelve individuals have been charged for their roles in a conspiracy to commit bank fraud by depositing stolen checks and withdrawing the funds. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Employee of a Federal Official Charged with Conspiracy to Falsely Report Violent Attack and Giving False Statements to Law Enforcement A New Jersey woman was charged with conspiring and falsely reporting to law enforcement that she had been violently assaulted with a firearm. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Martin City Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison for Producing and Distributing Child Pornography A Martin City man who produced and distributed child pornography was sentenced today to 480 months in prison. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News St. Louis County Man Who Shot at Police Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison U.S. District Judge John A. Ross on Tuesday sentenced a man who shot at multiple St. Louis County police officers in 2024 to 22 years in prison. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Florida Man Indicted for Interstate Threats Made While Living in Maryland Arsham Rashidi Dizajgan was charged with six counts of transmitting in interstate or foreign commerce a threat to injure another person. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Drug Distributor Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Distribute More Than 40 Grams of Fentanyl and Possession with Intent to Distribute Cocaine Kelly Bowers pled guilty to conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Eight Members of Global Insider Trading Network Charged with Securities Fraud and Money Laundering Offenses A superseding indictment was unsealed bringing securities fraud and money laundering charges against eight foreign nationals who are alleged members of a global insider trading network. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Marrero Woman Sentenced in Cares Act Fraud Investigation Linda Triggs was sentenced after previously pleading guilty to making a false statement related to the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Jersey Man Charged with Possession of a Dangerous Weapon in Federal Building in Downtown Newark A New Jersey man was charged with possessing a dangerous weapon and depredation of federal property during an incident that occurred last week. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Billings Man Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison for Child Pornography A Billings man who distributed child pornography was sentenced today to 108 months in prison. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New York Man Sentenced to 54 Months in Prison for Selling Counterfeit Xanax on Dark Web A man who sold counterfeit Xanax on the dark web, both before and after he was indicted for doing so, was sentenced to 54 months in prison. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Peru Man Sentenced to Five Years for Drug Trafficking A Peru man was sentenced for his involvement in trafficking dangerous drugs, including fentanyl and methamphetamine. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Massachusetts Man Pleads Guilty to Methamphetamine Conspiracy A Lowell, Massachusetts, man pleaded guilty to one count of conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and three counts of distributing methamphetamine. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Bradley Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud Conspiracy and Aggravated Identity Theft Charges A Bradley man pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Illinois Man Sentenced to Six Months for Making Interstate Threats An Illinois man was sentenced for making threatening interstate communications. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Offender Who Repeatedly Exploited Minors Sentenced to Decades in Prison Jason Daniel Freiberg was sentenced to 37 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of a minor. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Ypsilanti Man Sentenced to 50 Months in Prison for Online Refund Scheme Mubasher Riaz was sentenced last week to 50 months in prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Oncologist Sentenced to Prison for Illegally Selling Cancer Drugs Dr. Naveed Aslam was sentenced to 18 months in prison for his role in a multi-million-dollar scheme to illegally sell and divert expensive prescription cancer drugs. Nov. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Millbury Man Formerly Responsible for Safety of Boston Public School Buses Charged with Bribery The former director of Fleet and Facilities for Boston Public Schools’ (BPS) fleet of school buses was arrested and charged for allegedly soliciting bribes. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Philadelphia Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing with the Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine A Neshoba County man pleaded guilty to possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Jury Convicts Muskegon Man Involved in Shooting of Being Felon in Possession of a Firearm A federal jury convicted Malik Jones-Smith of being a felon in possession of a firearm. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Jackson County Man Pleads Guilty to Assault on a Federal Law Enforcement Officer and Discharging a Firearm in Furtherance of a Crime of Violence A Jackson County, Mississippi, man pleaded guilty to assaulting a federal law enforcement officer and firearm crimes. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Detroit Man Sentenced After Meticulously Plotting and Secretly Sending Cryptocurrency to Help ISIS Jibreel Pratt was sentenced after having pleaded guilty to two counts of concealing cryptocurrency donations he intended to make to ISIS. Nov. 13, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Billings Woman Arraigned on Murder and Gun Charges on the Crow Indian Reservation A Billings woman accused of killing an individual on the Crow Indian Reservation appeared today for arraignment. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Chinese National Pleads Guilty and is Sentenced for Smuggling a Dangerous Biological Pathogen into the U.S. While Working at a University of Michigan Laboratory Yunqing Jian pleaded guilty to charges of smuggling a biological pathogen into the United States and then lying to FBI agents about it. Nov. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Ellicott City Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison for Wire Fraud Jennifer Tinker was sentenced to 70 months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, for wire fraud. Nov. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Interstate Communication Harassment Jackson Traylor pled guilty to one count of utilizing a telecommunications device without disclosing his identity with the intent to abuse, threaten, or harass. Nov. 5, 2025 Full Article

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Norfolk in the News Two Women Sentenced to Prison for Hampton Roads Drug Conspiracy Two women were sentenced to prison for their roles in a vast Hampton Roads-based drug trafficking conspiracy. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Pojoaque Man Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing a Minor Alexander John Duran of Pojoaque pleaded guilty to one count of sexually abusing a child over a period of several months. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Zuni Man Charged with Sexual Abuse Kyle Whiteeagle of Zuni has been indicted on federal charges for sexually abusing two individuals over a two-year period. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Philadelphia Warns of Holiday Scams and Charity Fraud The FBI reminds our communities to stay alert for schemes designed to steal your money and personal information during the holidays. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Afghan Citizen Federally Charged for Posting Threats to Build Bomb and Kill Americans A man in Fort Worth, Texas, has been federally charged for threatening to build a bomb, conduct a suicide attack, and kill Americans and others. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Be Smart Online The Federal Bureau of Investigation Jacksonville Division (FBI), Duval County Public Schools (DCPS), and Duval County School Police are partnering to help local parents, guardians, and students better understand the risks of social media use and the long-term consequences of unsafe online behavior. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Huntington Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime James Garner pleaded guilty to distribution of 5 grams or more of methamphetamine. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Michigan Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime Demonte Jovon Walker pleaded guilty to distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article

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Anchorage in the News FBI Anchorage Participates in Alaska HIDTA’s ‘Catch and Detain’ Campaign Targeting Drug Trafficking Networks in Alaska The FBI Anchorage Field Office is participating in an anti-drug trafficking campaign launched by the Alaska High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) initiative. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Five Leaders of ‘Greggy’s Cult’ Charged with Sexually Exploiting Children on the Internet An indictment was unsealed charging five men with a child exploitation enterprise, conspiracy to produce child pornography, conspiracy to receive and distribute child pornography, and conspiracy to communicate interstate threats. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Joaquin Guzman Lopez — Son of ‘El Chapo’ and a Leader of Sinaloa Cartel — Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Charges in Chicago Joaquin Guzman Lopez, who succeeded his father, Joaquin Guzman Loera, also known as “El Chapo,” as one of the leaders of the Sinaloa Cartel in Mexico, pleaded guilty yesterday to federal drug charges. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News FBI San Diego Investigation Leads to Scam Center Strike Force Seizure of Fake Cryptocurrency Investment Domain Used by Tai Chang Scam Compound in Burma Officials announced the seizure by the Scam Center Strike Force of a web domain used to target and defraud Americans through cryptocurrency investment fraud (CIF) scams. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article

Jacksonville in the News Jacksonville Man Sentenced to 270 Years in Federal Prison for Producing, Distributing, and Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material Joshua Keith Davis was sentenced to 270 years in federal prison for production, distribution, and possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Birmingham in the News FBI Birmingham Warns Holiday Shoppers to 'Take a Beat' This Holiday Season Every year, thousands of people fall victim to holiday scams that can steal their money, personal information, and holiday spirit. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article New Haven in the News Connecticut Dentists Pay More Than $714K to Settle False Claims Allegations Two Connecticut dental providers have entered into a civil settlement agreement with the federal and state governments to resolve false claims allegations. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article New Haven in the News Derby Man Sentenced to Six Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Methamphetamine and Cocaine Andre Messam was sentenced to 72 months of imprisonment and four years of supervised release for distributing methamphetamine and cocaine. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article

Seattle in the News Indian National Sentenced to Prison for Medicare Fraud Scheme That Stole More Than $1 Million in Taxpayer Funds An Indian national convicted of health care fraud was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Seattle to two years in prison. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Tallahassee Man Sentenced to a Decade in Federal Prison for Attempting to Entice a Minor to Engage in Sexual Activity Jelani Amari Petersen, 28, of Tallahassee, Florida, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for attempting to entice a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity. Nov. 28, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Former Pace Resident Pleads Guilty to COVID and Bankruptcy Fraud Sean Eric Thompson, 44, formerly of Pace, Florida, pleaded guilty in federal court to COVID and bankruptcy fraud. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Tallahassee Sexual Predator Pleads Guilty to Distribution and Receipt of Child Pornography Richard Alan Spivey, of Tallahassee, pleaded guilty in federal court to distribution of child pornography and receipt of child pornography. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News Chicago Chiropractor Sentenced to Nearly Six Years in Prison for $2.1 Million Health Care Fraud A Chicago chiropractor has been sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison for billing a private insurer more than $2 million in nonexistent services. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News U.S. Attorney Heap Announces Forfeiture of Cryptocurrency and Return of Fraud Proceeds to Victim Through a civil asset forfeiture action, the government has forfeited, liquidated, and returned approximately $84,327.50 to a victim of cryptocurrency theft. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Marianna Man Pleads Guilty to Introducing Marijuana Into Tallahassee Federal Detention Center Bertram Williams, 50, of Marianna, Florida, pleaded guilty in federal court to introducing contraband into the Federal Detention Center (FDC) at Tallahassee. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Mississippi Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Exploitation Crimes Ladarrius Rasheed Martin, 38, of Ridgeland, Mississippi, pleaded guilty to distribution and receipt of child pornography, and related crimes. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Gainesville Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possession of a Machinegun Jaquan Tyrell Calhoun, 21, of Gainesville, Florida, was sentenced in federal court to five years and 10 months' imprisonment for possession of a machinegun. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News Former Administrative Professional for Chicago Company Admits Embezzling More Than $615,000 A former administrative professional for a Chicago company has pleaded guilty to a federal fraud charge for embezzling more than $615,000 from the company. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News Federal Jury in Chicago Convicts Man of Orchestrating $14 Million Cryptocurrency Fraud A federal jury in Chicago has convicted a Texas man of fraud for orchestrating a cryptocurrency scheme that bilked nearly 1,000 investors. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Pensacola Woman Pleads Guilty to Preparing False Tax Returns and Identity Theft Charges Khristine N. Harper pleaded guilty in federal court to 20 counts of aiding and assisting the preparation of false tax returns and one count of identity theft. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Central Georgian Sentenced to Prison for Bank Fraud in Insurance Scheme The former owner and repeat winner of “Insurance Agent of the Year” of a Warner Robins insurance group was sentenced to federal prison for a premium payment scheme. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Defendants Face Justice for Distributing 3,200 Kilos of Methamphetamine A dozen defendants involved in a major methamphetamine ring are being held accountable for their crimes at the federal level in an Operation Take Back America investigation. Nov. 14, 2025 Full Article

New Orleans in the News FBI /Louisiana State Police Announce Joint Enforcement Effort The FBI New Orleans Field Office and Louisiana State Police announce a joint enforcement effort to deter assaults on federal officers and attempts to obstruct law enforcement actions. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News FBI Releases “Reported Flash Mob Shoplifting Incidents: 2020-2024” Special Report On December 3, 2025, the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program released “Reported Flash Mob Shoplifting Incidents: 2020-2024” on the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Webster Groves Man Admits Sending, Receiving Child Pornography Joseph A. Seiffertt, from Webster Groves, Missouri, admitted to sending and receiving child sexual abuse material online. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Koreatown Man Charged with Throwing Two Molotov Cocktails Inside Federal Building in Downtown Los Angeles A Koreatown man was charged with throwing Molotov cocktails at security officers inside a federal building in downtown Los Angeles. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Man Sentenced to 41 Months in Prison for Fraudulently Obtaining Student Visa, Other Documents A Nigerian national was sentenced to 41 months in prison for fraudulently obtaining a student visa and admission to the University of Missouri. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Former Memphis Police Department Officer Sentenced for Civil Rights, Firearms, Kidnapping, and Obstruction Charges Related to Fatal Shooting Patric J. Ferguson, a former Memphis Police Department Officer, was sentenced to 38 years in prison for civil rights, firearms, kidnapping, and obstruction offenses. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Poplar Man Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Prison for Aggravated Sexual Abuse on Fort Peck Indian Reservation A Poplar man who previously pleaded guilty to aggravated sexual abuse on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation was sentenced to 68 months in prison. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article Louisville in the News Florida Man and Woman Sentenced for Conspiracy to Sell Counterfeit Drugs on Dark Web Michael Basalyga and Reina Chirinos de Urena of Boca Raton, Florida, were sentenced to 80 months and 45 months, respectively, for conspiring to sell counterfeit drugs. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Hays Woman Pleads Guilty to Assault on Fort Belknap Indian Reservation Heavenlee Drewann Sears of Hays, accused of an assault on the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation, admitted to charges. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Individuals Arraigned on Murder Charges Two individuals accused of murdering a man on the Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation have been arraigned. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Kansas City in the News Former School District Accountant Sentenced for Embezzlement of Funds from Savannah School District and His Employees Anthony S. Moon of Savannah was sentenced in federal court for theft concerning programs receiving federal funds, wire fraud, and embezzlement from an employee benefit plan. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Acting U.S. Attorney M. Scott Proctor Announces Indictment Alleging Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering, Firearms Crimes, and Attempted Killing of a Federal Officer Multiple individuals have been charged with various drug, money laundering, and/or firearm offenses related to the distribution of methamphetamine. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Indianapolis in the News South Bend Woman Sentenced to 52 Months in Prison Tonya R. Winston, 60 years old, of South Bend, Indiana, was sentenced after being found guilty of one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Kansas City in the News Overland Park Men Indicted for Investment Fraud Scheme Two Kansas men made their initial appearances before a federal judge following indictments in connection with a $4 million retail sales investment scheme. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Red Oak Man Sentenced to 27 Years in Federal Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Child and Possession of Child Pornography A Red Oak man was sentenced on November 21, 2025, to 27 years in federal prison for sexual exploitation of a child and possession of child pornography. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Indiana Laboratory Company Agrees to Pay More Than $9 Million to Settle Alleged False Claims Act Violations Patients Choice Laboratories, a diagnostic laboratory headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana, has agreed to pay the U.S. $9,620,000 to resolve false claims allegations. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Louisville in the News Ohio Man Sentenced for Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine A Norwood, Ohio, man, Marcus Goodwin, 37, was sentenced to 200 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Recidivist Offenders Receive Combined 57 Years in Federal Prison for Armed Robbery Spree Donta Allen, 28, and Lance McGee, 33, both of Indianapolis, have been sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a string of 11 armed robberies. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News Former Southern Illinois Pastor Sentenced to Prison for Fraudulently Obtaining COVID-19 Relief Money in Church’s Name A former church pastor in Hamilton County has been sentenced to 21 months in prison for fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 money from the Small Business Administration. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Texas Businessman Admits $1.9 Million COVID Test Kit Fraud A Texas businessman, Rashid Naqvi, admitted to fraudulently obtaining $1.9 million from Medicare for COVID-19 test kits. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Three Accused of Armed Robbery of St. Louis Fast Food Restaurant Three men have been indicted and accused of participating in the armed robbery of a St. Louis fast food restaurant in September. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Man Admits Fatal Shooting During 2023 Marijuana Deal Trevon Carson of St. Charles, Missouri, admitted to fatally shooting someone during a marijuana deal in 2023. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News New Jersey Man Sentenced to More Than Eight Months in Prison for Sexual Assault on Airplane Bhaveshkumar Dahyabhai Shukla of New Jersey, who sexually assaulted another passenger while flying from Bozeman, Montana, to Dallas, Texas, was sentenced to more than eight months in prison. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Des Moines Man Charged with Computer Fraud On October 15, 2025, a federal grand jury in Des Moines charged Ezekiel Dean Potter of Des Moines with computer fraud. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article

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Boston in the News FBI Boston Honors Maine Resiliency Center with Director’s Community Leadership Award The FBI Boston Field Office honored the Maine Resiliency Center with the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA). Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Birmingham in the News FBI Birmingham Warns Against Charity Fraud During the Holidays FBI Birmingham is warning the public about charity fraud, where scammers set up fake charities to take advantage of your kindness and line their pockets. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Three Sentenced for Smuggling Methamphetamine, Fentanyl Into the Lincoln County Jail Kevin Childers Jr., a former Lincoln County, Missouri, jail contract employee, received 51 months in prison for his role in smuggling fentanyl and methamphetamine into jail. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article

Jacksonville in the News FBI Jacksonville Warning: Don’t let Scammers Steal the Season With the holiday shopping season underway, remember to be on the lookout for scammers trying to steal a deal, your personal information and your hard-earned money. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Rapid City Man Sentenced to Over 24 Years in Federal Prison for Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine in Rapid City and on the Pine Ridge Reservation Demitre Ecoffey, from Rapid City, South Dakota, has been sentenced to 24 years and four months in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Delano, California, Man Sentenced to 21 Years in Federal Prison for Conspiring to Distribute Methamphetamine and Fentanyl in the Sioux Falls Area Michael Thomas, 51, of Delano, California, has been sentenced to 21 years in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Watertown Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Federal Prison for Sexually Assaulting a Child Gokoh Frank Brown, age 29, of Watertown, South Dakota, has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for aggravated sexual abuse and sexual abuse of a minor. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Sioux Falls Man Sentenced to Seven Years in Federal Prison for Sexually Assaulting Teenaged Girls Chico Baker, age 24, from Sioux Falls, South Dakota, has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison for abusive sexual contact. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Winner Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison in Child Sex Trafficking Case Richard Alan Kucera and Ivy Rose Heron, from Winner, South Dakota, have been sentenced to 25 years and seven years in prison for sex trafficking of a child. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI New York Offering Reward in Cold Case Homicide The FBI is offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the homicide of Nancy Smith. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Possession of a Machinegun Ibrahim Ahmed Mohamud, age 19, pleaded guilty in federal court to possession of a machinegun. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former President and CEO of the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce Pleads Guilty to Fraud Jonathan Weinhagen, also known as James Sullivan, age 42, pleaded guilty in U.S District Court to one count of mail fraud. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News White Supremacist Sentenced to Eight and One Half Years' Imprisonment on Firearms, Ammunition, and Drug Trafficking Charges Andrew David Munsinger, 41, of Redwood Falls, Minnesota, has been sentenced to 104 months’ imprisonment and three years of supervised release. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Feeding Our Future Defendant Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison Abdimajid Mohamed Nur, age 24, to has been sentenced to 120 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for his role in the $300 million Feeding Our Future case. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Seventy-Eighth Defendant Charged in Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme Abdirashid Bixi Dool, age 36, was charged in a seven-count indictment with wire fraud and money laundering for his participation in the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Maryland Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Sex Abuse Charges Juan Carlos Puente, 47, of Clinton, Maryland, pleaded guilty to producing and possessing child sexual abuse material in federal court. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Seventy-Seventh Defendant Charged in Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme Ousman Camara, age 45, has been indicted in a nine-count indictment with wire fraud, federal programs bribery, and money laundering. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Kalamazoo Man Sentenced to 420 Months in Prison for Exploiting a Minor Samuel Alexander Kuhl, 33, of Kalamazoo, was sentenced to 420 months in prison for the sexual exploitation and coercion and enticement of a minor. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Five Men Sentenced to Federal Prison for Their Roles in Scheme to Defraud the United States Department of Transportation and the Michigan Department of Transportation Five Michigan men were sentenced to federal prison for their roles in a scheme to defraud the United States Department of Transportation. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article

Atlanta in the News Illegal Alien and Atlanta Man Face Federal Charges After Massive Seizures of Methamphetamine Concealed in Fruit Shipments Gerardo Solorio-Alvarado, an illegal alien from Mexico who previously served time in federal prison, and Nelson Enrique Sorto face federal drug charges related to a recent seizure of a combined 1,585 pounds of methamphetamine concealed in blackberry shipments. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Las Vegas in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Highlights Prosecutions During Lapse in Appropriations The following are highlights of some cases prosecuted during the lapse in appropriations. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Las Vegas in the News

White-Collar Executive Incarcerated for Fixing Nurse Wages and Fraud

A federal district court in Nevada sentenced Eduardo Lopez of Las Vegas to 40 months in custody and $550,000 in criminal fines. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News Convicted Ponzi Schemer and Co-Conspirator Sentenced to 37 Years and 12 Years for $44 Million Fraud Scheme, Money Laundering, False Statements, and Obstruction of Justice A New Jersey man who was previously convicted twice of defrauding investors of more than $230 million was sentenced to 37 years in prison for his role in a Ponzi-like fraud scheme. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News 77th Defendant Charged in Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme Ousman Camara, age 45, was indicted in a nine-count indictment with wire fraud, federal programs bribery, and money laundering. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Convicted Sex Offender Sentenced to 35 Years in Federal Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a South Dakota Minor Sean Carlos Payne of Bellevue, Nebraska, who was convicted of sexual exploitation of a minor, and other related crimes, was sentenced to 35 years in prison. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article

Boston in the News Three Former Executives for Magellan Diagnostics Sentenced for False Statements and FDCA Violations The former CEO, COO, and Director of Quality Assurance and Regulatory Affairs for Magellan Diagnostics, Inc. (Magellan), a medical device company, have been sentenced in federal court for concealing a device malfunction. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Stoneham Man Indicted for Using an Explosive to Damage Bank ATM Christopher Silva of Stoneham has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly using an explosive to damage an ATM in Woburn, Massachusetts. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News

Five Leaders of ‘Greggy’s Cult’ Charged with Sexually Exploiting Children on the Internet

Hector Bermudez, Zachary Dosch, Rumaldo Valdez, David Brilhante, and Camden Rodriguez have been charged for their participation in a child exploitation enterprise and other related offenses. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Afghan National Charged with the Murder of National Guard Soldier Sarah Beckstrom Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, an Afghan national, has been charged with first-degree murder while armed for the death of National Guardsman Sarah Beckstrom. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article

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Former Florissant Police Officer Admits Searching Women’s Phones for Nude Images A former Florissant, Missouri, police officer admitted to illegally searching the phones of 20 women during traffic stops to obtain nude photos. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article

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St. Louis Man Sentenced to 84 Months in Prison on Child Pornography Charge David Korte Daues of St. Louis, who was one of the moderators of an online child sexual abuse material chat group, was sentenced to 84 months in prison. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Former Executive From Marlborough Charged With Conspiracy to Defraud the IRS and Obstruction of Justice A former accounting and real estate executive in Sudbury has been charged and has agreed to plead guilty to perpetrating a multi-year scheme to cheat the IRS. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News New Orleans Man Guilty of Sending Obscene Videos to an Individual He Believed to be a 15-Year-Old Female

Mark Brooks pleaded guilty to attempted transfer of obscene matter to a minor.

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Serial Fraudster Couple Sentenced to Federal Prison for Financial Scheme to Defraud Haskell (Trey) Knight and Emily (Ricciardelli) Knight were sentenced to terms of imprisonment for their roles in an investment and bankruptcy fraud scheme. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Inmate at Wyatt Detention Facility Indicted on Multiple Drug Trafficking Charges An inmate housed at the Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility in Central Falls, Rhode Island, was indicted on charges alleging that, while incarcerated, he possessed contraband. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Asian Boyz Gang Associate From Lowell Convicted of Drug Trafficking An associate of the Asian Boyz gang was convicted following a five-day jury trial for his role in a distribution network of homemade methamphetamine pills. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Maryland Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Child Sex Abuse Charges Juan Carlos Puente, 47, of Clinton, Maryland, pleaded guilty to producing and possessing child sexual abuse material in federal court. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Brooklyn Park Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Multiple Counts of Online Sexual Exploitation Charles Anthony Forame, IV, 33, was sentenced to 20 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for child sexual exploitation charges. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Indian National Indicted for Assault Aboard Aircraft An Indian national was indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly stabbing two minor victims with a metal fork while on board a Lufthansa flight. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Three Indicted in Connection with Seizure of 99 Kilograms of Cocaine in Massachusetts, New York, and Puerto Rico Three Massachusetts men have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Boston in connection with the seizure of approximately 99 kilograms of cocaine. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Violent Extremist Network ‘764’ Member Facing Federal Indictment for Sexual Exploitation, Coercion and Enticement of Minors, Cyberstalking Erik Lee Madison, 20, was charged with three counts of sexual exploitation of a child, three counts of coercion and enticement of a child, and one count of cyberstalking. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Louisville in the News Texas Man Sentenced for Traveling for Sex with a Minor Emre Nathaniel Baluken of Tomball, Texas, was sentenced to 240 months in prison for online enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Louisville in the News Florida Man Sentenced for Production of Child Pornography A Jacksonville, Florida, man, Josh Lee Knittel, 44, was sentenced to 420 months in prison for the production of child pornography. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Man Charged for Planting Explosive Devices Outside the RNC and DNC on January 5, 2021 Brian J. Cole Jr. was arrested and charged for transporting and planting two improvised explosive devices (IEDs) on January 5, 2021, at the headquarters of both the Republican National Committee and the Democratic National Committee in Washington, D.C. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Palatka Man Charged for Bank Robbery Jordon Roger Anchando has been charged with bank robbery. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Ocala Woman Pleads Guilty to Bank Robbery Christina Gates Thagard has pleaded guilty to bank robbery. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Philadelphia Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening to Kill Election Official A resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to threatening to kill a Pennsylvania poll watcher working in the Western District of Pennsylvania. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Andrew Norris Zack Sentenced for His Role in the Murder of Rosenda Strong Andrew Norris Zac was sentenced to 40 months in prison for his role in the 2018 murder of Rosenda Strong. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Man Who Targeted Metro Air Support Helicopter with Laser Sentenced to Prison A man who temporarily blinded Metro Air Support pilots with a laser pointer last year was sentenced to 21 months in prison. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Arizona Man Sentenced for Assaulting Baby An Arizona man was sentenced to 96 months in prison for the assault of a 1-month-old child. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Albuquerque Man Sentenced for Threats Against President An Albuquerque man was sentenced to approximately 10 months imprisonment for using social media to issue violent threats against the President. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Multi-Agency Investigation Results in Convictions of 20 Defendants for Decade-Long, Multi-Million-Dollar Marijuana Trafficking and Money Laundering Conspiracy A case that began as an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) case in Shreveport has resulted in the conviction and sentencing of 20 defendants. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Orleans Man Guilty of Sending Obscene Videos to an Individual He Believed to Be a 15-Year-Old Female Mark Brooks (a/k/a “Baby Nu”), age 35, from New Orleans, pled guilty to attempted transfer of obscene matter to a minor. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Palatka Man Charged for Bank Robbery Jordon Roger Anchando has been charged with bank robbery. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Ocala Woman Pleads Guilty to Bank Robbery Christina Gates Thagard has pleaded guilty to bank robbery. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Philadelphia Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening to Kill Election Official A resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to threatening to kill a Pennsylvania poll watcher working in the Western District of Pennsylvania. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Andrew Norris Zack Sentenced for His Role in the Murder of Rosenda Strong Andrew Norris Zac was sentenced to 40 months in prison for his role in the 2018 murder of Rosenda Strong. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Man Who Targeted Metro Air Support Helicopter with Laser Sentenced to Prison A man who temporarily blinded Metro Air Support pilots with a laser pointer last year was sentenced to 21 months in prison. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Arizona Man Sentenced for Assaulting Baby An Arizona man was sentenced to 96 months in prison for the assault of a 1-month-old child. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Albuquerque Man Sentenced for Threats Against President An Albuquerque man was sentenced to approximately 10 months imprisonment for using social media to issue violent threats against the President. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Multi-Agency Investigation Results in Convictions of 20 Defendants for Decade-Long, Multi-Million-Dollar Marijuana Trafficking and Money Laundering Conspiracy A case that began as an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) case in Shreveport has resulted in the conviction and sentencing of 20 defendants. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Orleans Man Guilty of Sending Obscene Videos to an Individual He Believed to Be a 15-Year-Old Female Mark Brooks (a/k/a “Baby Nu”), age 35, from New Orleans, pled guilty to attempted transfer of obscene matter to a minor. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Hosts Ribbon Cutting for 56th Field Office in Billings, Montana The FBI hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Billings, Montana, Thursday, to officially debut its 56th field office. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News San Antonio Corporate Security Symposium Held at USAA The Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), in partnership with the FBI San Antonio Field Office, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the United Services Automobile Association (USAA), held the San Antonio Corporate Security Symposium (CSS) on December 4, 2025. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article

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Newark in the News Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 121 Months in Prison for Conspiracy to Commit Child Sex Trafficking A Brooklyn, New York, man was sentenced to 121 months in prison for his role in a conspiracy to commit child sex trafficking. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News Union County Teacher Sentenced to 275 Months in Prison for Producing Child Pornography A Union County, New Jersey, man who was employed as a New Jersey high school teacher was sentenced to 275 months in prison for producing child pornography. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News

San Antonio Corporate Security Symposium Held at USAA The Department of Homeland Security’s Office of Intelligence and Analysis (I&A), in partnership with the FBI San Antonio Field Office, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the United Services Automobile Association (USAA), held the San Antonio Corporate Security Symposium (CSS) on December 4, 2025. Dec. 4, 2025

Full Article FBI HQ in the News Operation Sweet Silence Defendant Guilty of Drug Trafficking in Columbus, Georgia A repeat offender was found guilty by a jury of drug trafficking resulting from Operation Sweet Silence. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Alexandria Man Indicted for Bomb Threat to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Corey Johnson, a resident of Alexandria, Louisiana, was indicted for willfully conveying a bomb threat. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News New Orleans Man Sentenced for Federal Drug and Weapons Offenses Lawrence Watkins was sentenced to 72 months' imprisonment after previously pleading guilty to drug and weapons crimes. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Leader of Colombian Money Laundering Organization Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Laundering Drug Proceeds A Colombian national was sentenced to 60 months in prison for conspiring to launder drug proceeds. He was also ordered to forfeit $1.2 million. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News Monmouth County Man Sentenced to 63 Months' Imprisonment for Armed Bank Robbery A Monmouth County man was sentenced to 63 months’ imprisonment for armed bank robbery. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Former Commodities Trading Executive Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Scheme to Defraud Employer by Hiding Trading Losses David Smothermon was sentenced to three years in prison. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Michigan Pharmacist Sentenced to 46 Months in Prison for $4 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme A former Michigan pharmacist was sentenced to 46 months in prison for his role in a health care fraud scheme at a pharmacy he operated. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Four Individuals Plead Guilty to Conspiracies to Misappropriate Funds of Non-Profit Organization Serving the Homeless Luis Camarena pleaded guilty to a conspiracy kickback scheme. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News Title Company Owner and Real Estate Investor Admit Mortgage Fraud, COVID-19 Relief Program Fraud Schemes Two New Jersey residents admitted participating in a multimillion-dollar mortgage fraud scheme. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Jackson in the News Tennessee Man Convicted by Federal Jury of Transporting a Minor Across State Lines to Engage in Sex A federal jury convicted a Tennessee man of three counts of transporting a minor across state lines to engage in sex. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Inmate Sentenced to 97 Months in Prison for Slashing Federal Corrections Officer Mario Powell was sentenced to 97 months in prison for assaulting a corrections officer with a contraband weapon while incarcerated. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Birmingham in the News Two Individuals Charged with Arson Inside a Local Business A federal grand jury has indicted two individuals for starting a fire inside a business. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Eagle Butte Man Sentenced to Nearly Six-and-One-Half Years in Federal Prison for Assault A man from Eagle Butte, South Dakota, has been sentenced for assault resulting in serious bodily injury. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article

New Haven in the News Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to Possessing Child Sex Abuse Material Rudolph Girdhari, 36, of Norwalk, waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty in Hartford federal court to possession of child pornography. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Texas Businessman Convicted for Scheme to Bribe Mexican Government Officials A federal jury in Houston convicted a local businessman for his role in a scheme to bribe Mexican government officials at Petróleos Mexicanos (PEMEX). Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Wilkinsburg Resident Charged with Production and Possession of Material Depicting the Sexual Exploitation of Minors A resident of Wilkinsburg, Pennsylvania, has been indicted on charges of production and possession of material depicting the sexual exploitation of a minor. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Florida, Virginia Residents Indicted in $26 Million Wire Fraud and Money Laundering Scheme A resident of Orlando, Florida, and a resident of Vienna, Virginia, have been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on wire fraud and money laundering crimes. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Pensacola Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Role in Interstate Drug Trafficking Operation Charlie N. Steans, 58, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute large amounts of cocaine and methamphetamine. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Final Man Pleads Guilty in $4 Million Wire Fraud Conspiracy A 40-year-old Nigerian citizen who illegally resided in Houston has pleaded guilty for his role in a business email compromise conspiracy. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Peñasco Man Sentenced for 2022 Fatal Stabbing Byron Sanchez of Peñasco was sentenced to more than 21 years in prison for the stabbing death of another man. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Operation Smoke and Mirrors Update: Kanawha County Man Sentenced to More Than 17 Years in Prison for Major Role in Methamphetamine Trafficking Organization Antonio Lamar Jeffries of St. Albans was sentenced to 17 years and six months in prison for conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News St. Albans Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime Jonathan Kennedy of St. Albans pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News ‘Insider’ Who Facilitated $345,000 Bank Fraud Scheme Sentenced to Prison Aneicia Ford of Tacoma, who used her brief employment with the victim credit union to steal account information of customers, was sentenced to 30 months in prison. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Man Charged for Violent Assault Darrell Joe Ben, Jr., of Shiprock, has been charged after an alleged assault left a victim seriously injured. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Assistant Professor’s Embezzlement From Washington University Leads to 27 Months in Prison A former assistant professor who embezzled $412,163 from the Washington University School of Medicine was sentenced to 27 months in prison. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News St. Louis Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Multiple Robberies Kentrell Jones, 42, who robbed a bank and a mobile phone store and who was foiled in another robbery, has been sentenced to 12 years in prison. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News Armed Repeat Illegal Alien Handed Five-Year Prison Sentence for Human Smuggling and Firearms Charges A 38-year-old Mexican national has been sentenced for his part in a human smuggling event that occurred earlier this year. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Wausau Man Sentenced to Seven Years for Fentanyl Trafficking Christopher Harter, 49, of Wausau, Wisconsin, was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for possessing 40 grams or more of fentanyl with intent to distribute. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Buffalo in the News Canandaigua Man Charged with Making Threats to Kill Attendees at a Holiday Christmas Market Michael J. Keitz, 56, of Canandaigua, New York, was charged by criminal complaint with interstate transmission of threats to injure the persons of another. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Albany in the News Operation Catch Me if You Can: Nigerian Ringleader of Nationwide Bank Fraud and Money Laundering Conspiracies Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison Oluwaseun Adekoya, of Cliffside Park, New Jersey, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for bank fraud and money laundering conspiracy and aggravated identity theft. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Albany in the News Pennsylvania Man Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Sexual Abuse and Sexual Exploitation Involving Multiple Victims in Different States Trevor Metterhauser of Pennsylvania pleaded guilty to attempted aggravated sexual abuse, aggravated sexual abuse, sexual exploitation of children, and possession of child pornography. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article Albany in the News Former Prison Guards Sentenced to Prison for Assault on Inmate Michael Williams and Rohail Khan have been sentenced to 21 months and 24 months in federal prison, respectively, for depriving an inmate of his rights under color of law. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article Albany in the News New York City Based Drug Supplier Pleads Guilty for Role in Ulster County Drug Trafficking Organization Defendant, Cecilio Wareham, age 48, of Queens, New York, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute cocaine. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article Albany in the News Serhat Gumrukcu Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Barnet, Vermont, Murder-for-Hire Serhat Gumrukcu, 43, of Los Angeles, California, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for his role in the January 6, 2018, murder of Gregory Davis in Barnet, Vermont. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Staten Island Sex Trafficker Sentenced to 15 Years for Coercion and Enticement of a Minor and Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm Justin Dixon of Staten Island was sentenced to 15 years in prison for coercion and enticement of a minor and being a felon in possession of a firearm. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Don’t Let Scammers Ruin Your Holiday Season As scammers increasingly use pressure tactics and artificial intelligence to defraud Americans out of their hard-earned money, the FBI is reminding everyone to protect themselves and their families from fraud this holiday season. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article

Pittsburgh in the News Father and Son Leaders of Transnational Criminal Organization Sentenced to Prison for Violations of Kingpin Statute and Money Laundering A resident of Phoenix, Arizona, and a Mexican national were sentenced in federal court on charges of violating the federal Kingpin drug-trafficking statute. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article

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Preventing Violence in Rolla Area Schools School administrators, school staff, and law enforcement officers from the Rolla area learned best practices to prevent mass violence in schools. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Cleveland in the News Ohio Man Convicted of $1.2 Million in Pandemic Benefits Fraud Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison Mustafa Ayoub Diab of Portage County, who orchestrated a financial conspiracy to defraud the U.S. government in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, has been sentenced to prison. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Large-Scale Fentanyl, Methamphetamine Trafficker Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison Dominic Lindsey, 35, of Cincinnati, was sentenced in U.S. District Court to 120 months in prison for trafficking bulk amounts of methamphetamine and fentanyl. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Cleveland in the News Ohio Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Luring Minor Girls Into Sending Him Sexually Explicit Content Joshua R. Glover of Lorain County, who pretended to own a modeling agency, has been sentenced to prison for grooming children into sending him sexually explicit images. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article Charlotte in the News Nigerian Man Convicted in Federal Trial of Fraud and Money Laundering Conspiracy A federal jury convicted Saheed Sunday Owolabi, 34, from Nigeria, on charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Dublin Man Arrested in Utah on Federal Child Exploitation Charges Wade S. Christofferson of Dublin, Ohio, was arrested in Utah and charged federally with sexual exploitation crimes against minors. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Former Okfuskee County Jailer Pleads Guilty to Deprivation of Rights Under Color of Law for Assaulting an Inmate Donovan Matthew Pruett of Checotah entered a guilty plea to an information for one count of deprivation of rights under color of law. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Charlotte in the News Man and Woman Charged with Obstructing Use of Entrance of Federal Property and Related Offenses Two individuals have been charged with obstructing the use of entrances on federal property. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Charlotte in the News Wendell Man Found Guilty at Federal Trial for Armed Bank Robbery A federal jury convicted a Wendell man for armed bank robbery and brandishing a firearm after robbing the PNC Bank in Zebulon on February 7, 2024. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Charlotte in the News Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Federal Prison for String of Dollar General Robberies A Scotland Neck man, Achontay Malik Cotten, 22, has been sentenced to 11 years in federal prison for multiple armed robberies. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Fourteen Defendants Indicted for Drug Conspiracy and Related Charges The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma announced that the following individuals were each indicted for drug conspiracy. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Love County Resident Sentenced for Discharging Firearm During a Crime of Violence Isaiah Lynn Wood of Overbrook was sentenced for one count of use, carry, brandish, and discharge of a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Wister Resident Sentenced to Life for 2023 Murder Kendall Lee Forrester was sentenced to a term of life in prison for first-degree murder in Indian Country. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Middletown Man Who Pretended to be Teenage Boy Sentenced to 26 Years in Prison for Coercing, Exploiting Minor Girls Online William Scott Elam of Middletown was sentenced to 312 months in prison for coercing minor victims online into creating nude images and videos that involved sexual conduct. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Latimer County Resident Sentenced for Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Minor Garret James Walkos, age 26, of Red Oak, Oklahoma, was sentenced to 360 months in prison for one count of aggravated sexual abuse of a minor in Indian Country. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article St. Louis in the News Preventing School Violence in Southeastern Missouri Dozens of school administrators, school staff, and law enforcement officers from Southeastern Missouri learned best practices to prevent mass violence in schools. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Romanian National Sentenced to Prison for Bank Fraud Crime Related to ATM Skimming A Romanian national was sentenced in federal court in Cincinnati to 12 months and one day in prison for a federal crime related to ATM skimming. Nov. 18, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Honors Tim Sheahan of Albuquerque, New Mexico, with National Award FBI Albuquerque has named Tim Sheahan as the recipient of the 2024 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA) for the Albuquerque Field Office. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News U.S. Authorities Shut Down Major China-Linked AI Tech Smuggling Network Two businessmen are now in custody for allegedly violating U.S. export control and smuggling laws. As part of the overall investigation, a Houston company and its owner also pleaded guilty to smuggling cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technology out of the United States, and the United States has seized over $50 million in Nvidia technologies and cash. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article El Paso in the News Beatrice Santana-Gaskins, Founder of the Santana-Gaskins Foundation and Co-Founder of Call Me ABLE Named Recipient of the FBI’s Director’s Community Leadership Award for 2024 SAC Jarod Brown announced Beatrice Santana-Gaskins was selected as the 2024 Director’s Community Leadership Award recipient for the FBI El Paso Field Office. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Sacramento County Man Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison for Receiving Child Sex Abuse Material Kyle Travis Colton, 38, of Citrus Heights, was sentenced to six years in prison for receiving child sex abuse material. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News California Lobbyist and Former Chief of Staff to an Elected Official Plead Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Fraud California lobbyist Greg Campbell and Sean McCluskie, both of Davis, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and wire fraud. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Picnic Day Shooter in Davis Pleads Guilty to Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm Joseph Allen Davis, 19, of Sacramento, pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Bay Area Man Sentenced to 13 Years in Prison for Stockton Drug Buy Robert Godinez of Hayward was sentenced to 13 years in prison for possessing methamphetamine and heroin with the intent to distribute. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article

Charlotte in the News Third Individual Pleads Guilty in Scheme to Steal Funds From COVID-19 Support Program Willie Lee Moore, a Montgomery County man, pleaded guilty to theft of government property in connection with a scheme to steal money from a COVID-19 support program. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article

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Sacramento in the News Central Valley Corporate Insider Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Role in Stealing Nearly $5 Million in Livestock Feed Ingredients Shawn Sawa, formerly of Clovis, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for his role in a fraud scheme that stole millions of dollars’ worth of canola. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Fresno Man Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Prison for $30-Plus Million Fraud Scheme Matthew Dane Billingsley of Fresno was sentenced for wire fraud in a scheme that defrauded individual lenders and financial institutions out of more than $30 million. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 33 Months in Prison for Violent Threats, Cyberstalking, Civil Rights Violations Mark Tucci, 44, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 33 months in prison, two years of supervised release, and $16,529.44 in restitution for multiple offenses. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Birmingham in the News Tennessee Man Indicted for Sex Trafficking Carey O’Neal Walker of Memphis, Tennessee, has been indicted on sex trafficking charges. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Convicted Sex Offender Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Downloading Thousands of Images and Video of Children Being Sexually Abused Michael Hochman of Warminster was sentenced to 240 months in prison for downloading and collecting thousands of images and video of child sexual abuse material. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News Waimanalo Man Charged with Producing Child Pornography of His Minor Volleyball Student Elias David, 37, of Waimanalo, Hawaii, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint on December 3, 2025, with producing child pornography. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News New Jersey Man Pleads Guilty to Sexually Assaulting Woman Seated Next to Him on 2024 Los Angeles to Philadelphia Flight Vernon Baker, 41, of Linden, New Jersey, entered a plea of guilty to one count of abusive sexual contact on an aircraft. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article

Philadelphia in the News Massachusetts Woman Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Stolen Human Remains Katrina Maclean, age 46, of Bradford, Massachusetts, pleaded guilty to interstate transport of stolen human remains. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Homeland Security Task Force Established in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania to Eliminate Cartels, Transnational Criminal Organizations Officials announced the establishment of the Homeland Security Task Force, a focused federal effort dedicated to eliminating cartels and transnational criminal organizations. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Illegal Possession of a Firearm by a Felon Jeffrey Hernandez, 40, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 120 months in prison for illegal possession of a firearm by felon. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News New Jersey Pharmacy Owner Pleads Guilty to Health Care Fraud Scheme Involving Billing Medicare for Undispensed Medication A New Jersey pharmacy owner pleaded guilty to health care fraud. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Federal Inmate at USP Canaan Convicted of Voluntary Manslaughter Bryant Wilson, a federal prisoner, was convicted on November 18, 2025, of voluntary manslaughter and possession of a prohibited weapon in prison. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Maryland Woman and Federal Inmate Charged with Contraband Offenses Alita Stewart, age 51, was charged with providing contraband to an inmate and Hugh Berry, age 41, was charged with possession of contraband by an inmate. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News New York Woman and Federal Inmate Charged with Contraband Offenses Primativa Soto-Martinez, age 35, was charged with providing contraband to an inmate and Forrest Gilmore, age 30, with possession of contraband by an inmate. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Schuylkill County Man Sentenced to 151 Months’ Imprisonment for Drug Trafficking Pedro Villot-Ortiza, a resident of Shenandoah, was sentenced to 151 months’ imprisonment for possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article

San Diego in the News FBI San Diego Seeking Nominations for 2026 Citizens Academy The FBI San Diego Field Office Community Outreach Team invites nominations from the public for the 2026 Citizens Academy class. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article

Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Man Sentenced on Drug Conspiracy Roberto Febus, age 35, of Philadelphia, received 78 months in prison for conspiring with others to distribute more than 50 grams of methamphetamine in Northumberland County in May 2022. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Lackawanna County Woman Sentenced to 36 Months’ Imprisonment for Drug Offense Jazmyn Warshawsky of Olyphant was sentenced to 36 months in prison for attempted possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article

Kansas City in the News Minnesota and New York Men Convicted for Providing Material Support to Separatist Fighters in Cameroon A federal trial jury convicted two individuals for their roles in a conspiracy to provide material support or resources to kill, kidnap, and maim persons and use weapons of mass destruction. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Woman Pleads Guilty to Voluntary Manslaughter Maylene John of Shiprock pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter for killing her daughter. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Three Defendants in Significant Gun and Drug Involved Cases Sentenced to Prison Three Seattle area men were sentenced in October 2025 to significant federal prison sentences due to their convictions for drug trafficking and firearms violations. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News FBI Houston Seeks 'Cougar Campus Crook' for Armed Bank Robbery Officials are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man, dubbed the Cougar Campus Crook, who robbed a Texas Dow Employees Credit Union. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News ICE HSI Newark and FBI Newark Contribute to Nationwide Homeland Security Task Force Which Has Led to a Historic 3,266 Arrests of Violent Criminals in 43 Days ICE Homeland Security Investigations Newark and FBI Newark recently formed a Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF). Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Las Vegas in the News FBI Las Vegas Honors Richard Metzler with the Director’s Community Leadership Award SAC Christopher S. Delzotto of the Las Vegas Division of the FBI presented Richard Metzler with the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News St. Charles Parish Woman Convicted of Wire Fraud Ashley Hymel, age 42, a resident of Ama, Louisiana, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1343. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Mexican Man Guilty of Federal Controlled Substances Act Violations and Money Laundering Rodolfo Aviles-Reyes, age 38, a resident of Mexico, pleaded guilty to a three-count superseding indictment for drug offenses and other related offenses. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Slidell Man Guilty of Receiving Child Sexual Abuse Material Jonathan Suarez, age 29, a resident of Slidell, Louisiana, pleaded guilty to receiving child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Portland Man Faces Federal Charges for Child Sex Trafficking A Portland, Oregon, man appeared in federal court after being charged and arrested for sex trafficking of a child. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Johnstown Resident Pleads Guilty to Possessing and Distributing Fentanyl and Crack Che Rose, a resident of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating federal narcotics laws. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Three Puerto Rico Police Officers Indicted for Civil Rights Violation and Falsification of Records A federal grand jury returned a seven-count indictment against three Puerto Rico Police Bureau officers: Luis A. Nieves-Colón, Ángel R. Giusti-Rosa, and Alberto Betancourt-Aponte. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Two Individuals Arrested for Introducing Contraband Into the Metropolitan Detention Center in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico A federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico returned an indictment charging two individuals for conspiracy to traffic suboxone. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Whitehall Borough Resident Charged with Cyberstalking, Interstate Stalking, and Threats Brett Michael Dadig, a resident of the borough of Whitehall, Pennsylvania, has been indicted on charges of cyberstalking, interstate stalking, and interstate threats. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Pendleton Man Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Minors on Umatilla Indian Reservation Aaron William Pizer of Pendleton, Oregon, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing two minors and engaging in sexual contact with a third minor. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Hacienda Employee Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Defraud the United States Elsa Santiago-Colón, a Puerto Rico Department of Treasury employee, pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to defraud the United States. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Oregon Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Hate Crime Violation Daniel Andrew McGee of Springfield, Oregon, pleaded guilty to a federal hate crime for assaulting a victim on the basis of their sexual orientation. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Portland Man Charged with Violent Threats Against Federal Law Enforcement Officers John Paul Cupp of Portland, Oregon, made his initial appearance after allegedly making violent threats at the ICE building in South Portland. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Two Toa Alta Municipal Police Officers Indicted and Arrested for Drug Trafficking A federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico returned an indictment charging two Toa Alta municipal police officers with drug trafficking. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article

Kansas City in the News Minnesota and New York Men Convicted for Providing Material Support to Separatist Fighters in Cameroon A federal trial jury convicted two individuals for their roles in a conspiracy to provide material support or resources to kill, kidnap, and maim persons and use weapons of mass destruction. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Woman Pleads Guilty to Voluntary Manslaughter Maylene John of Shiprock pleaded guilty to voluntary manslaughter for killing her daughter. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Three Defendants in Significant Gun and Drug Involved Cases Sentenced to Prison Three Seattle area men were sentenced in October 2025 to significant federal prison sentences due to their convictions for drug trafficking and firearms violations. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News FBI Houston Seeks 'Cougar Campus Crook' for Armed Bank Robbery Officials are asking for the public’s help in identifying and locating a man, dubbed the Cougar Campus Crook, who robbed a Texas Dow Employees Credit Union. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News ICE HSI Newark and FBI Newark Contribute to Nationwide Homeland Security Task Force Which Has Led to a Historic 3,266 Arrests of Violent Criminals in 43 Days ICE Homeland Security Investigations Newark and FBI Newark recently formed a Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF). Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Las Vegas in the News FBI Las Vegas Honors Richard Metzler with the Director’s Community Leadership Award SAC Christopher S. Delzotto of the Las Vegas Division of the FBI presented Richard Metzler with the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News St. Charles Parish Woman Convicted of Wire Fraud Ashley Hymel, age 42, a resident of Ama, Louisiana, pleaded guilty to wire fraud, in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 1343. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Mexican Man Guilty of Federal Controlled Substances Act Violations and Money Laundering Rodolfo Aviles-Reyes, age 38, a resident of Mexico, pleaded guilty to a three-count superseding indictment for drug offenses and other related offenses. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Slidell Man Guilty of Receiving Child Sexual Abuse Material Jonathan Suarez, age 29, a resident of Slidell, Louisiana, pleaded guilty to receiving child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Portland Man Faces Federal Charges for Child Sex Trafficking A Portland, Oregon, man appeared in federal court after being charged and arrested for sex trafficking of a child. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Johnstown Resident Pleads Guilty to Possessing and Distributing Fentanyl and Crack Che Rose, a resident of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating federal narcotics laws. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Three Puerto Rico Police Officers Indicted for Civil Rights Violation and Falsification of Records A federal grand jury returned a seven-count indictment against three Puerto Rico Police Bureau officers: Luis A. Nieves-Colón, Ángel R. Giusti-Rosa, and Alberto Betancourt-Aponte. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Two Individuals Arrested for Introducing Contraband Into the Metropolitan Detention Center in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico A federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico returned an indictment charging two individuals for conspiracy to traffic suboxone. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Whitehall Borough Resident Charged with Cyberstalking, Interstate Stalking, and Threats Brett Michael Dadig, a resident of the borough of Whitehall, Pennsylvania, has been indicted on charges of cyberstalking, interstate stalking, and interstate threats. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Pendleton Man Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Minors on Umatilla Indian Reservation Aaron William Pizer of Pendleton, Oregon, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing two minors and engaging in sexual contact with a third minor. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Hacienda Employee Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Defraud the United States Elsa Santiago-Colón, a Puerto Rico Department of Treasury employee, pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to defraud the United States. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Oregon Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Hate Crime Violation Daniel Andrew McGee of Springfield, Oregon, pleaded guilty to a federal hate crime for assaulting a victim on the basis of their sexual orientation. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Portland in the News Portland Man Charged with Violent Threats Against Federal Law Enforcement Officers John Paul Cupp of Portland, Oregon, made his initial appearance after allegedly making violent threats at the ICE building in South Portland. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Two Toa Alta Municipal Police Officers Indicted and Arrested for Drug Trafficking A federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico returned an indictment charging two Toa Alta municipal police officers with drug trafficking. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Warns Alaskans to Beware of Scammers Impersonating Law Enforcement and Government Officials The FBI Anchorage Field Office has seen an increase in reported fraud schemes targeting Alaskans through unsolicited phone calls in which scammers impersonate law enforcement or government officials to extort money or steal personally identifiable information. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Five Local Law Enforcement Professionals Graduate From FBI National Academy Session #296 The FBI Sacramento Field Office congratulates five law enforcement professionals representing agencies within the FBI Sacramento Field Office’s 34-county area of responsibility on their graduation from FBI National Academy Session #296. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Houston Resident Gets 10 Years for Exploiting Minor Brice Andrew Flickinger has been sentenced for coercion and enticement of a minor. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former St. Louis Area Pediatrician Admits Exchanging Prescriptions for Sex Acts A former pediatrician admitted to prescribing pain pills and other controlled substances in exchange for sex acts, nude photos, or cash. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Anthony Man Sentenced for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses An Anthony man was sentenced to 235 months in prison for distributing methamphetamine and possessing firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News California Woman Sentenced for Decades Long Fortune Fraud Scheme A California woman was sentenced to 30 months in prison and will be ordered to pay more than one million dollars in restitution for orchestrating a decades long advance fee fraud scheme. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Seeking Victims of Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation Member Aaron Pizer The FBI is seeking the public’s help in identifying additional victims of Aaron William Pizer. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Jacksonville Now Taking Applications for the 2026 FBI Citizens Academy Program The FBI Jacksonville Field Office Community Outreach Team invites nominations from the public for the 2026 Citizens Academy class, which will be held April 2 through May 21, 2026. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Arizona Man Pleads Guilty to Assault on Border Patrol Agents An Arizona man pleaded guilty to assaulting a federal officer after ramming a U.S. Border Patrol vehicle while fleeing in a stolen car in Las Cruces. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Orleans Man Guilty of Violations of Federal Controlled Substances and Federal Gun Control Acts Austin Montgomery pleaded guilty to Counts 1 and 3, of an indictment charging him with violations of the Federal Controlled Substances Act and the Federal Gun Control Act. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Ringleader of Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced to Prison An Arizona man was sentenced to 272 months in prison for his part in a drug trafficking ring that transported large amounts of fentanyl into Kansas. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Fugitive Wanted by FBI Seattle Believed to Have Fled to Mexico Samuel Ramirez, Jr. is wanted for his alleged involvement in the murders of two female victims on May 21, 2023, at the Stars Bar and Grill in Federal Way, Washington. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Convicted Felon Sentenced to 40 Months for Possessing Explosive Powder Jess Kiesel Lee, of Kula, Maui, was sentenced to 40 months of imprisonment for possessing, as a convicted felon, explosive powder. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Williamsburg Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Sending a Threatening Email That Included Obscene Material to a Police Officer A Williamsburg man was sentenced to five years in prison for distribution of obscene visual representations of the sexual abuse of children. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Previously Convicted Annandale Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Latest Drug Trafficking and Firearms Crimes An Annandale man was sentenced for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Wapato Man Sentenced to 30 Months in Prison for Attempted Abusive Sexual Contact with a Child Under 12 on the Yakama Reservation Shawn De Sun Speedis was sentenced to 30 months in prison for attempted abusive sexual contact with a child under 12 years of age in Indian Country. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News St. Croix Man Sentenced to 18 Months on Influencing Federal Officers by Threats Jamoi Weekes, of St. Croix, was sentenced for influencing federal officers by threats. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News El Salvadoran Immigrant Sentenced to 12 months For Multiple Illegal Reentries into the United States A citizen of El Salvador, who was found guilty of carnal knowledge of a 14-year-old girl after illegally reentering the U.S. on multiple occasions, was sentenced. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News West Valley Man Admits to Robbing a Credit Union Joseph Troy Ortega, of West Valley City, Utah, pleaded guilty in court to credit union robbery after he threatened a teller and fled with $3,690 in cash. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services Division Presents Biometric Identification Award to Escondido Police Department The FBI presented the Escondido Police Department with the 2025 Biometric Identification Award on December 11, 2025. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Memphis Company Sentenced for Violations of the Clean Air Act A Memphis company that specialized in repairing diesel engines was sentenced to pay a fine in the amount of $150,000 for violations of the Clean Air Act. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Sisseton Man Sentenced to Nearly Three Years in Federal Prison for Assaulting Another Person with a Knife Garrett Joseph Ojeda, Sr., of Sisseton, South Dakota, has been sentenced to two years and 11 months in prison for assault with a dangerous weapon. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Multi-Convicted Felon Sentenced to More Than 16 Years in Federal Prison for Bank Robbery A multi-convicted felon was sentenced to more than 16 years in federal prison for a violent bank robbery. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Fifteen Alleged Members of Drug Trafficking Organization Indicted Fifteen alleged members of a drug trafficking organization responsible for a drug conspiracy have been charged. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Kyle Man Sentenced to Nearly Four Years in Federal Prison for Causing Fatal Car Crash While Intoxicated A Kyle, South Dakota, man convicted of involuntary manslaughter has been sentenced to 46 months in federal prison. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Bank Vice President Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison For Fraudulent PPP and EIDL Fraud Scheme A former bank vice president in Wichita Falls, Texas, was sentenced to four years in federal prison for a fraud scheme involving fraudulent disaster loans. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Dallas Man Sentenced to Over 17 Years in Federal Prison in ATM Crime Spree Joseph George Turner of Dallas has been sentenced to over 17 years in federal prison for a violent crime spree in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former President of the Allen Firefighters Association Sentenced to Federal Prison for Fraud The former president of the Allen Firefighters Association has been sentenced to federal prison for wire fraud violations in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Maryville Man Pleads Guilty to Damaging and Attempting to Destroy an Interstate Gas Pipeline Facility Christopher Kyle Duke, 36, of Maryville, Tennessee, entered a guilty plea to one count of damaging and attempting to destroy an interstate gas pipeline facility. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Jury Finds Convicted Felon Guilty in String of 12 Armed Business Robberies Fredrick Buford, 29, was found guilty of committing a series of armed robberies of businesses in the summer of 2022. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Man Sentenced to 35 Years in Federal Prison for Producing Child Pornography Emmanuel Jacobo Reyes, a Mexican citizen, was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for producing child pornography. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Co-Founder of Paycheck Protection Program Lender Service Provider Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for $63 Million COVID-19 Relief Fraud Scheme A co-founder of a lender service provider was sentenced to 10 years in prison for participating in a scheme to fraudulently obtain over $63 million in PPP loans. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Cherokee County Felon Indicted in the Eastern District of Texas Related to Shooting of Jacksonville Police Officer A Jacksonville convicted felon has been indicted and charged with federal firearms violations in connection with the shooting of a police officer in the Eastern District of Texas. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News North Texas Men Indicted in the Eastern District of Texas for an International Murder/Kidnapping Scheme Two north Texas men have been charged in relation to a plot that included invading an island off Haiti, murdering the men on the island, and using the women and children as sex slaves. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News East Tennessee Couple Indicted on Federal Child Exploitation Offenses A federal grand jury in Jackson, Tennessee, recently returned an indictment charging an East Tennessee couple with multiple federal child sexual exploitation offenses. Nov. 20, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Henry County Man Indicted on Federal Child Exploitation Offenses John A. Bell, 59, of McKenzie, Tennessee, was charged with multiple federal child sexual exploitation offenses. Nov. 19, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Twice-Removed Illegal Alien Charged For Violent Attack On Charlotte’s Light Rail System Oscar Gerardo Solorzano-Garcia, 33, from Honduras, is charged with one count of illegal reentry by a removed alien and one count of committing an act of violence on a mass transportation system. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Former Youth Pastor Pleads Guilty to Attempted Sexual Exploitation of a Child A Catawba, Virginia, youth pastor, Jacob Ryan Barnett, who has been in federal custody since his arrest in August for attempted coercion and enticement of a minor, pleaded guilty to related federal charges. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Las Cruces Man Pleads Guilty to Two Bank Robberies A Las Cruces man pleaded guilty in federal court to robbing two banks in February 2025. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Dansville Woman Arrested, Charged with Threatening to Murder Law Enforcement and Impeding Arrest with a Deadly Weapon Jennifer E. Curran was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with assaulting, resisting, or impeding a federal law enforcement officer. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Guatemalan Man Unlawfully in the U.S. and Previously Convicted of Sexual Battery Pleads Guilty to Encouraging and Inducing an Unaccompanied Alien Child and to Fraudulently Obtaining Custody of the Child A Guatemalan national unlawfully residing in the U.S. and previously convicted of sexual battery pleaded guilty in federal court. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Ohio Man to Spend 18 Years in Prison for Violent Crime Spree A Cleveland man has been sentenced to 18 years in prison after he terrorized employees at a bank and several local businesses during armed robberies. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Corrections Officer Sentenced to 168 Months in Federal Prison for Sexual Assault of Female Inmate Darren Bowannie was sentenced to 168 months in federal prison after Bowannie pleaded guilty to sexual abuse of an inmate in federal custody. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Habitual Domestic Violence Offender Sentenced to 30 Months in Prison for Assaulting His Intimate Partner on the Spokane Reservation Idris Haith, of Wellpinit, Washington, was sentenced to 30 months in prison for domestic assault by a habitual offender in Indian Country. Nov. 24, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI San Francisco Warns of Scams Targeting Holiday Shoppers and Charitable Donors FBI San Francisco is alerting the public to an increased risk of scams that exploit the season’s generosity and high online shopping activity. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Former President of Failed Oklahoma Bank Indicted for Bank Fraud Danny Seibel of Lindsay was indicted for his role in a conspiracy to commit bank fraud, bank fraud, and related crimes. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News December Federal Grand Jury 2025-A Indictments Announced United States Attorney Clint Johnson announced the results of the December Federal Grand Jury 2025-A Indictments. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Offers $5,000 Reward in Savannah Attack Case: Digital Tip Line Set Up FBI Atlanta announces a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for the December 10 aggravated assault of a woman in Forsyth Park. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article

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Boston in the News FBI Announces $50,000 Reward for Information Leading to the Identification, Arrest, and Conviction of the Individual Responsible for the Brown University Mass Shooting The Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Providence Police Department, and the Rhode Island State Police are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the individual responsible for the mass shooting at Brown University on Saturday, December 13, 2025. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article

San Diego in the News Local Law Enforcement Professionals Graduate from FBI National Academy The FBI San Diego Field Office congratulates four local law enforcement leaders on their graduation this week from the FBI National Academy. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Little Rock in the News Kansas Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Production of Child Pornography Marcus Abeyta will spend 15 years in federal prison for production of child pornography after victimizing a minor he met while playing an online video game. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Mobile in the News Foley Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Attempted Enticement of a Minor and Possession of Child Pornography Kaden Heard entered his guilty pleas on September 19. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Former Madera County Welfare Benefits Employee Arrested for Improperly Using Other People’s Identities to Steal Benefits Leticia Mariscal was arrested on charges that she stole tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of other people’s CalFresh benefits during a multiyear scheme, U.S. Attorney Eric Grant announced. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News West Sacramento Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Distribution Conspiracy James L. Kenney pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin, U.S. Attorney Eric Grant announced. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Birmingham in the News Convicted Felon Charged with Illegally Possessing a Firearm A one-count indictment filed in U.S. district court charges Marty Dwayne Beasley of Hackleburg, Alabama, with being a felon in possession of a firearm. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Southern California Man Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Distribution Conspiracy Devlin Hosner, of Indio, California, pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine, U.S. Attorney Eric Grant announced. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Former Laguna Niguel Resident Found Guilty of Threatening to Kill Judge Who Presided Over His Family Law Case A jury found a former Orange County, California, resident guilty of threatening to kill a superior court judge who presided over his family law case. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Birmingham in the News Convicted Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to Sexually Exploiting Multiple Children A Jefferson County man has pleaded guilty to charges related to the sexual exploitation and sexual abuse of multiple children, announced U.S. Attorney Prim Escalona. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article

Kansas City in the News Former Elementary School Teacher Charged with Child Pornography Offenses A former elementary school teacher and employee of two area school districts has been indicted by a federal grand jury for additional child pornography offenses. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Mobile in the News Armed Drug Dealers Sentenced to Decades in Federal Prison Two Grand Bay men were sentenced to 20 years and 12 years in prison, respectively, for engaging in a drug trafficking conspiracy and illegally possessing firearms. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News U.S. Unseals Warrant for Tanker Seized by Coast Guard Off the Coast of Venezuela The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia obtained an order unsealing its seizure warrant for the M/T Skipper. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article

Norfolk in the News Leader of Hampton Roads Drug Conspiracy Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison A Newport News man was sentenced to 40 years in prison following his conviction relating to a Hampton Roads-based drug trafficking conspiracy. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Buffalo in the News North Tonawanda Man Going to Prison for Using Stolen Credit Card Numbers to Purchase Tens of Thousands of Dollars Worth of Gas Kingsley Brown, of North Tonawanda, New York, who was convicted of conspiracy to commit bank fraud, was sentenced to serve 12 months in prison. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Executive Director of Black Lives Matter OKC Charged with Wire Fraud and Money Laundering Tashella Sheri Amore Dickerson, of Oklahoma City, was charged with wire fraud and money laundering. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Landscaper Who Paid for Worker to Be Smuggled in From Mexico and Harbored Her in His Home Pleads Guilty A 57-year-old Monroe, Washington, man pleaded guilty to a federal felony, harboring an alien for financial gain. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Georgia Man Sentenced for Conspiracy to Defraud Former Political Candidate and Four Other Louisiana Residents Chase Duncan Campbell, a resident of Cobb County, Georgia, was sentenced after he previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Nigerian Resident Sentenced to 33 Months’ Imprisonment for Participating in Years-Long Romance Scam Victimizing Multiple U.S. Citizens Daniel Chima Inweregbu, a citizen of Lagos, Nigeria, was sentenced to 33 months' imprisonment after previously pleading guilty to fraud crimes. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Orleans Parish Man Sentenced for Bank Robbery Juan K. Simpson was sentenced on November 25, 2025, after previously pleading guilty to bank robbery. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Wetzel County Man Sentenced for Child Pornography Offense Robert Lee Lemasters, of Paden City, West Virginia, was sentenced to 41 months in prison for the possession of child pornography. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News California Man Sentenced to Six Years for Drug Trafficking Lynden David Lightburn was sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News Kauai Woman Sentenced to Over 12 Years’ Imprisonment for Drug Trafficking Faith Michelle Nelson was sentenced to 151 months’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to possessing with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Justice Department Announces Actions to Combat Two Russian State-Sponsored Cyber Criminal Hacking Groups Ukrainian national Victoria Eduardovna Dubranova was charged for her role in conducting cyberattacks and computer intrusions. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Cleveland in the News Former Corrections Officer Sentenced to Prison for Accepting Bribe to Smuggle Contraband A Cleveland man has been sentenced to prison for attempting to smuggle contraband into a prison where he was employed. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Cleveland in the News Four Charged in Large-Scale Meth and Fentanyl Trafficking Operation in Cleveland Four individuals allegedly involved in an international drug trafficking conspiracy were charged. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Southern District of Texas Charges More Than 318 People for Immigration and Border Security Offenses This Week A total of 316 cases have been filed in matters related to further securing the southern border from November 28 – December 4. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Ringleader Sentenced in Multimillion-Dollar Fraud Operation Which Saddled Victims with Crushing Debt A 62-year-old California resident has been ordered to federal prison for leading a sweeping mortgage and loan fraud scheme. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News Cedar Park Man Arrested, Charged with Defrauding Investors A Cedar Park man was arrested on criminal charges related to his alleged wire fraud. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Files Over 460 New Immigration Cases in Two Weeks Federal prosecutors in the district filed 468 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from November 21 to December 4. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Former Senior Analyst for U.S. Postal Service Pleads Guilty to Bribery Scheme A former U.S. Postal Service employee pleaded guilty this week to a bribery scheme involving USPS service contracts. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Idaho Man Admits to Assaulting Federal Officers in Southern Utah Gregory Aaron Farley, of Hazelton, Idaho, pleaded guilty in federal court to assault with a deadly or dangerous weapon. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Fifty-One Illegal Aliens Locked in Trailer Among 235 New Cases Filed in Relation to the Southern District’s Continuing Efforts to Secure Border A total of 235 more individuals have been charged in immigration and border security-related matters from November 21-27. Nov. 28, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Utah Businessman Sentenced to Prison for Defrauding the COVID-19 Paycheck Protection Program Out of $437,230 Troy Campbell was sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Southern District Charges 321 Individuals in Border Security-Related Cases This Week A total of 318 cases have been filed in relation to immigration and border security from November 14-20. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News Western District of Texas U.S. Attorney’s Office Files Over 230 New Immigration Cases This Week Federal prosecutors in the district filed 233 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from November 14 to November 20. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article

St. Louis in the News Missouri Sex Offender Caught with Child Pornography Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison A sex offender caught with child sexual abuse material has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News High-Speed Ditching of Bulk Methamphetamine Leads to 135-Month Sentence for Convicted Felon A 45-year-old Houston man has been ordered to federal prison for possessing with the intent to distribute bulk crystal methamphetamine. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article

Norfolk in the News Leader of Hampton Roads Drug Conspiracy Sentenced to 40 Years in Prison A Newport News man was sentenced to 40 years in prison following his conviction relating to a Hampton Roads-based drug trafficking conspiracy. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Buffalo in the News North Tonawanda Man Going to Prison for Using Stolen Credit Card Numbers to Purchase Tens of Thousands of Dollars Worth of Gas Kingsley Brown, of North Tonawanda, New York, who was convicted of conspiracy to commit bank fraud, was sentenced to serve 12 months in prison. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Executive Director of Black Lives Matter OKC Charged with Wire Fraud and Money Laundering Tashella Sheri Amore Dickerson, of Oklahoma City, was charged with wire fraud and money laundering. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Landscaper Who Paid for Worker to Be Smuggled in From Mexico and Harbored Her in His Home Pleads Guilty A 57-year-old Monroe, Washington, man pleaded guilty to a federal felony, harboring an alien for financial gain. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Georgia Man Sentenced for Conspiracy to Defraud Former Political Candidate and Four Other Louisiana Residents Chase Duncan Campbell, a resident of Cobb County, Georgia, was sentenced after he previously pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Nigerian Resident Sentenced to 33 Months’ Imprisonment for Participating in Years-Long Romance Scam Victimizing Multiple U.S. Citizens Daniel Chima Inweregbu, a citizen of Lagos, Nigeria, was sentenced to 33 months' imprisonment after previously pleading guilty to fraud crimes. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Orleans Parish Man Sentenced for Bank Robbery Juan K. Simpson was sentenced on November 25, 2025, after previously pleading guilty to bank robbery. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Wetzel County Man Sentenced for Child Pornography Offense Robert Lee Lemasters, of Paden City, West Virginia, was sentenced to 41 months in prison for the possession of child pornography. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News California Man Sentenced to Six Years for Drug Trafficking Lynden David Lightburn was sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News Kauai Woman Sentenced to Over 12 Years’ Imprisonment for Drug Trafficking Faith Michelle Nelson was sentenced to 151 months’ imprisonment after pleading guilty to possessing with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Justice Department Announces Actions to Combat Two Russian State-Sponsored Cyber Criminal Hacking Groups Ukrainian national Victoria Eduardovna Dubranova was charged for her role in conducting cyberattacks and computer intrusions. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Cleveland in the News Former Corrections Officer Sentenced to Prison for Accepting Bribe to Smuggle Contraband A Cleveland man has been sentenced to prison for attempting to smuggle contraband into a prison where he was employed. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Cleveland in the News Four Charged in Large-Scale Meth and Fentanyl Trafficking Operation in Cleveland Four individuals allegedly involved in an international drug trafficking conspiracy were charged. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Southern District of Texas Charges More Than 318 People for Immigration and Border Security Offenses This Week A total of 316 cases have been filed in matters related to further securing the southern border from November 28 – December 4. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Ringleader Sentenced in Multimillion-Dollar Fraud Operation Which Saddled Victims with Crushing Debt A 62-year-old California resident has been ordered to federal prison for leading a sweeping mortgage and loan fraud scheme. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News Cedar Park Man Arrested, Charged with Defrauding Investors A Cedar Park man was arrested on criminal charges related to his alleged wire fraud. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Files Over 460 New Immigration Cases in Two Weeks Federal prosecutors in the district filed 468 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from November 21 to December 4. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Former Senior Analyst for U.S. Postal Service Pleads Guilty to Bribery Scheme A former U.S. Postal Service employee pleaded guilty this week to a bribery scheme involving USPS service contracts. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Idaho Man Admits to Assaulting Federal Officers in Southern Utah Gregory Aaron Farley, of Hazelton, Idaho, pleaded guilty in federal court to assault with a deadly or dangerous weapon. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Fifty-One Illegal Aliens Locked in Trailer Among 235 New Cases Filed in Relation to the Southern District’s Continuing Efforts to Secure Border A total of 235 more individuals have been charged in immigration and border security-related matters from November 21-27. Nov. 28, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Utah Businessman Sentenced to Prison for Defrauding the COVID-19 Paycheck Protection Program Out of $437,230 Troy Campbell was sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment for wire fraud and money laundering. Nov. 25, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Southern District Charges 321 Individuals in Border Security-Related Cases This Week A total of 318 cases have been filed in relation to immigration and border security from November 14-20. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News Western District of Texas U.S. Attorney’s Office Files Over 230 New Immigration Cases This Week Federal prosecutors in the district filed 233 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from November 14 to November 20. Nov. 21, 2025 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News U.S. Unseals Warrant for Tanker Seized by Coast Guard Off the Coast of Venezuela The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia obtained an order unsealing its seizure warrant for the M/T Skipper. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article

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Engineer Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Bombings of PG&E Transformers, Causing Property Damage and Widespread Power Outages Peter Karasev, 39, of San Jose, California, was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison for two counts of willful destruction of an energy facility related to two separate bombings of PG&E electrical transformers in late 2022 and early 2023. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Des Moines Man Indicted on Federal Child Exploitation Charges Tyler Boyd Pavlick of Des Moines has been charged with offenses related to the sexual exploitation and attempted sexual exploitation of children. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Omaha News Multiple Chinese Nationals Indicted on Charges Related to Theft and Re-Sale of Restaurant Cooking Oil A federal grand jury in Des Moines returned a nine-count indictment on December 9, 2025, charging multiple individuals with charges related to a racketeering conspiracy. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Violent Felons in Indianapolis Receive Federal Sentences for Firearms Crimes Four violent felons have been removed from the streets of Indianapolis having been sentenced to federal prison for illegally possessing firearms. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News MS-13 Leader Wanted for Assassination of Four People in Honduras Arrested in Grand Island Gerson Emir Cuadra Soto, of Grand Island, Nebraska, was charged with illegal entry of an unlawfully present alien in federal court in Lincoln, Nebraska. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Former Cuban Military Sergeant Sentenced to Federal Prison in Pandemic Benefits Fraud Conspiracy A former sergeant in the Cuban military, who obtained fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program loans and recruited others to do so, was sentenced. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News

Palatka Man Charged for Bank Robbery

Jordon Roger Anchando, 46, of Palatka, has been charged with bank robbery. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News

Ocala Woman Pleads Guilty to Bank Robbery

Christina Gates Thagard of Ocala has pleaded guilty to bank robbery. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News St. Pete Man Sentenced to 27 Years for Production of Child Sexual Abuse Material and Attempted Enticement of a Minor to Engage in Sexual Activity David Araujo of St. Petersburg was sentenced to 27 years and three months in federal prison for production of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) and attempted enticement of a minor. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Mother Involved in Marijuana Drug Conspiracy Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison A woman involved in a drug conspiracy in Waterloo, Iowa, was sentenced on December 2, 2025, to five years in federal prison. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Three Men Sentenced for Involvement in ATM Jackpotting Scheme Three men from South America were sentenced for their involvement in an ATM jackpotting scheme in Iowa. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Indiana Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Child Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Bryan Lee Fish has been sentenced after pleading guilty to three counts of sexual exploitation of a child and one count of possession of child sexual abuse material. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Men Linked to the Disappearance of an 18-Year-Old Nebraska Woman Found Guilty of Drug, Gun, and Obstruction-Related Charges Two men with lengthy criminal histories were convicted by a jury on November 25, 2025, after a 11-day trial in federal court in Sioux City. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article

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Seattle in the News Everett, Washington, Man Who Used a Pipe Bomb to Blow up Black Couple’s Car Sentenced to Five Years in Prison A 55-year-old Everett, Washington, man has been sentenced to five years in prison for three federal felonies including a pipe bomb explosion. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Remarks by Ted Docks, Special Agent in Charge of FBI Boston, on Brown University Shooting Remarks delivered by Special Agent in Charge Ted Docks on the December 13, 2025, shooting at Brown University in Rhode Island. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Two Huntington Men Sentenced to Prison for Fentanyl Crimes Anthony Jackson and Brian Lee Moore of Huntington have been sentenced for drug offenses. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Miami in the News TIGO Guatemala Paid Over $118 Million to Resolve Foreign Bribery Investigation Comunicaciones Celulares S.A., doing business as TIGO Guatemala, a mobile and fixed telecommunications service provider in Guatemala, paid over $118 million to resolve an investigation into a long-running scheme to bribe government officials in Guatemala. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Mother Convicted for Interstate Violation of Protective Order Regarding Her Estranged Teenage Son Shana Gaviola, 38, formerly of Clovis, was found guilty of interstate violation of a protection order for causing her estranged teenage son to be taken against his will. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Former Compton Politician Pleads Guilty to Bribing Corrupt Baldwin Park Official for Marijuana Permits and to Cheating on Taxes A former Compton city councilman pleaded guilty to federal criminal charges for paying $70,000 in bribes. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Miami in the News Two Miami Men Sentenced to Nearly Five Years in Prison for $28 Million Scheme Involving Diverted Pharmaceuticals Two men were each sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for their roles in related schemes involving the sale of diverted and misbranded pharmaceutical drugs, including medications used to treat HIV and cancer. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Phoenix in the News District of Arizona Charges 242 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct this Week During the week of enforcement operations, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 242 individuals. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Anchorage in the News Anchorage Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Trafficking Large Quantities of Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Heroin, Cocaine in Alaska An Anchorage man was sentenced to 15 years in prison for trafficking large quantities of illicit narcotics in Anchorage and for possessing a firearm. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Birmingham in the News Two Individuals Indicted for Sexual Exploitation of Children A federal grand jury has indicted two individuals on child exploitation charges. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Denver in the News Colorado Woman Sentenced to 36 Years for Creation of Child Sexual Abuse Material Charlyna Butterworth, 29, of Aurora, was sentenced to 36 years in prison after pleading guilty to one count of production of child pornography. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Miami in the News ‘King’ of Violent Haitian Gang Sentenced to Life in Prison for Hostage Taking of 16 American Christian Missionaries Joly Germine, 34, of Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti, was sentenced to life in prison for his role in orchestrating the 2021 hostage taking of 16 American citizens. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Miami in the News FBI Miami Encourages the Public to 'Take A Beat' to Avoid Frauds and Scams During this Holiday Season As you check off the gifts on your holiday shopping list, beware of deals that appear too good to be true. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Denver in the News Former Loveland, Colorado, Police Department Officer Found Guilty of a Civil Rights Violation for Sexual Assault of a Minor Following a trial that lasted more than two weeks, a jury returned a guilty verdict for Dylan Miller, 30, who faced a civil rights charge. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News Joaquin Guzman Lopez — Son of ‘El Chapo’ and a Leader of Sinaloa Cartel — Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Charges in Chicago; Joint Prosecution with San Diego Joaquin Guzman Lopez, who succeeded his father, El Chapo, as one of the leaders of the Sinaloa Cartel in Mexico, pleaded guilty to federal drug charges. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Phoenix in the News District of Arizona Charges 190 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct This Week During the week of enforcement operations, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 190 individuals. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Anchorage in the News Kotzebue Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Sexually Exploiting a Minor to Possess Child Pornography A Kotzebue man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for surreptitiously sexually exploiting a minor female known to him in Bethel. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article

San Diego in the News FBI San Diego Presents 2024 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award to the San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence FBI Special Agent in Charge Mark Dargis of the San Diego Field Office presented the San Diego Cyber Center of Excellence with the 2024 Director’s Community Leadership Award. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Four Defendants Arrested for Alleged Anti-Capitalist and Anti-Government Plot to Bomb U.S. Companies on New Year’s Eve Four members of an anti-capitalist and anti-government group that calls for violence against United States officials have been arrested. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article

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U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 98 Border-Related Cases This Week Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California filed 98 border-related cases this week. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News Federal Jury Convicts San Diego County Sheriff’s Deputy of Using Excessive Force, Violating Inmate’s Civil Rights San Diego Sheriff’s Deputy Jeremiah Manuyag Flores was convicted of violating the civil rights of a man at the San Diego Central Courthouse by using excessive force. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Phoenix in the News District of Arizona Charges 173 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct This Week During the week of enforcement operations, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 173 individuals. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Little Rock in the News Jonesboro Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Conspiracy to Distribute 500 Grams or More of Methamphetamine Arthur Ray Osborne, a multi-convicted felon, will spend the next 180 months in federal prison for his role in a conspiracy to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Phoenix in the News Tsaile Man Sentenced to 13 Years for Voluntary Manslaughter Kevin Darren Blackhorse was sentenced to 13 years of imprisonment for stabbing a victim in the chest and back multiple times, resulting in the victim's death. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News Mexican National Sentenced to Life Imprisonment in the Hostage-Taking and Murdering U.S. Citizen in Tijuana Brian Alexis Patron Lopez, a Mexican national, was sentenced in federal court to life imprisonment. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article San Francisco in the News East Bay Woman Sentenced to More Than Two Years in Prison for Embezzling Over $1.6 Million from Charity Serving Young People Carrie Lynn Grant was sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for embezzling over $1.6 million dollars from a Northern California charity organization. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Los Angeles-Area Drug Trafficker Sentenced to 70 Months in Prison for Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine in Sacramento Julio Cesar Nevarez-Erunez was sentenced to five years and 10 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News Wife of Sinaloa Cartel Kingpin Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison Claudia Patricia Alvarez Hernandez, the wife of incarcerated Sinaloa Cartel kingpin Jorge Alberto Valenzuela-Valenzuela, was sentenced in federal court. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article San Francisco in the News Concord Man Who Sold Fraudulent Sports Memorabilia Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud Daniel Damato pleaded guilty to wire fraud in connection with his sales of fraudulent sports memorabilia. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 115 Border-Related Cases This Week Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California filed 115 border-related cases this week. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News San Diego Man Pleads Guilty to Using Explosives to Burglarize ATM Son Nguyen of San Diego pleaded guilty in federal court, admitting that he used an explosive to destroy a First Citizens Bank ATM in Rancho Bernardo in the summer of 2024. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Anchorage in the News Eagle River Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Child Exploitation Offenses An Eagle River man pleaded guilty and was sentenced for attempting to coerce a minor and for receiving, distributing, and possessing child pornography. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News Two Men Plead Guilty in $1.49 Million Scam Involving Bulk Gold Purchases Xilin Sun and Alexander Charles James have pleaded guilty to participating in a fraud and money laundering scheme. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article San Francisco in the News Former Antioch Police Officer Sentenced to 7.5 Years in Prison for Conspiring to Violate Civil Rights and Distribute Anabolic Steroids, and Obstructing Justice Former Antioch police officer Devon Christopher Wenger was sentenced to seven-and-a-half years in federal prison. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article

Pittsburgh in the News McKees Rocks Felon Charged with Possessing Firearms and Ammunition A resident of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on a charge of violating a federal firearms law. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article

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Former Missouri State Trooper Admits Searching Women’s Phones for Nude Images A former Missouri State Highway Patrol trooper on Tuesday admitted unlawfully searching women’s cell phones during traffic stops to find nude pictures. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Federal Jury Convicts Fugitive in 2018 Kidnapping and Carjacking After Seven Years on the Run A federal jury convicted Jose Ramirez for his role in the brutal 2018 kidnapping and carjacking of his former employer in Placitas, New Mexico. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article

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Men Indicted for Crimes Related to Securities Fraud A federal grand jury in Wichita returned an indictment charging three men with a multitude of financial and securities fraud crimes. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News California Man, Who Operated Call Centers That Falsely Claimed to Help Distressed Homeowners, Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison The operator of a web of boiler-room-type call centers was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Seattle to 10 years in prison for defrauding homeowners. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article

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Man Sentenced for Being an Accessory After the Fact A man who attempted to clean up a murder scene on the Crow Indian Reservation was sentenced to 70 months in prison to be followed by three years of supervised release. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News Federal Jury Convicts Man of Sending Threatening Letter to Spiritual Mission in Suburban Chicago A federal jury has convicted a Georgia man of sending a threatening letter to a spiritual mission in suburban Chicago. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News Rockford Bank Robber Sentenced to More than Five Years in Prison A Rockford man has been sentenced to more than five years in federal prison for the robbery of a Chase Bank in Rockford. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Illegally Possessing Firearm and Shooting Man in Chicago A man has been sentenced to a decade in federal prison for illegally possessing a loaded handgun and using it to shoot a man multiple times in Chicago. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Former Clayton County Jailer Pleads Guilty to Using Excessive Force Against Detainee A former correctional officer has pleaded guilty to depriving a pretrial detainee of his civil rights by tasing him multiple times without justification. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Jury Finds Billings Man Guilty of Child Sexual Abuse on the Crow Indian Reservation A Billings man who sexually assaulted a child on the Crow Indian Reservation was found guilty by a federal jury. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News Federal Jury Convicts Former Suburban Chicago Police Chief of Bribery and Obstruction of Justice A federal jury in Chicago convicted the former Chief of Police in the village of Summit, Illinois, of bribery offenses. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Decatur Man Pleads Guilty to Illegally Operating Drone Over Truist Park During MLB All-Star Game Mitchell Parsons Hughes has pleaded guilty to committing a federal crime by flying a drone over Truist Park during the Major League Baseball All-Star game. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Chicago in the News U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer Indicted on Federal Civil Rights Charges for Allegedly Sexually Assaulting and Robbing Women A United States Customs and Border Protection officer has been indicted on federal civil rights charges. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Kansas City in the News Colby CPA Sentenced to Prison for Defrauding Clients Quintin Flanagin, a Kansas accountant, was sentenced to 48 months in prison for defrauding clients of his accounting firm, who were also his relatives, of more than $400,000. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Baltimore Man Sentenced for Role in Eastern Panhandle Drug Trafficking Organization Charles Delroy Singletary of Baltimore was sentenced for his involvement in a drug trafficking organization that sold substantial amounts of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and cocaine. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Two More Defendants Plead Guilty to Roles in Kanawha County Drug Trafficking Organization Two Kanawha County residents pleaded guilty to their roles in a drug trafficking organization (DTO) responsible for distributing quantities of fentanyl and methamphetamine. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Kanawha County Woman Pleads Guilty to Role in Kanawha County Drug Trafficking Organization Ashley Dawn Smith, 32, of St. Albans, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Charleston Woman Sentenced for Role in COVID-19 Fraud Conspiracy Damisha Brown of Charleston was sentenced to time served for conspiracy to commit bank fraud. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Michigan Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Federal Drug Crimes in West Virginia and Montana Jardan Donaldson of Mount Clemens, Michigan, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug distribution crimes. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Huntington Man Sentenced to Prison for Federal Drug Crime Deangelo Lamont Tell of Huntington was sentenced for the distribution of a quantity of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Huntington Man Sentenced to Prison for Fentanyl Crime Edward Kent Stephens of Huntington was sentenced to five years in prison for conspiracy to distribute 40 grams or more of fentanyl. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Huntington Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime Troy Alan Glover, 32, of Huntington, pleaded guilty to the distribution of 50 grams or more of methamphetamine and a quantity of fentanyl. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Ohio Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime Marquize Kuame Damon Scott of South Point, Ohio, pleaded guilty to distribution of 50 grams or more of a methamphetamine mixture. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Charleston Woman Sentenced for Federal Securities-Related Crime Deanna L. Drumm, 62, of Charleston, was sentenced to four years of federal probation for aiding and abetting the sale and offer of unregistered securities. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Detroit Man Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Prison for Fentanyl Crimes Rafael Cee-Erwin Solomon of Detroit was sentenced to 10 years and one month in prison for three counts of distribution of fentanyl. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Georgia State Representative Charged with Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Sharon Henderson was arrested after a federal grand jury charged her with two counts of theft of government funds and 10 counts of making false statements. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Denver in the News Serial Denver Bank Robber Sentenced to 210 Months Flozell Beasley, 73, of Denver, was sentenced to 210 months in federal prison after being convicted by a jury of four counts of bank robbery. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Florida Man Sentenced to Eight Years' Imprisonment for Embezzlement and Fraud A former employee of a manufacturing company was sentenced to 96 months of confinement for embezzlement of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Box Elder Man Arraigned on Robbery Charges A Box Elder man accused of being involved in a robbery on the Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation was arraigned earlier this week. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Billings Doctor Sentenced to Two Years of Probation for Arranging Commercial Sex A Billings man who previously pleaded guilty to using a cell phone to arrange for commercial sex was sentenced to 24 months of probation. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Omaha Man Sentenced for Drug and Firearm Charges Clayton Reynolds, 39, of Omaha, was sentenced for possessing with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possessing a firearm in furtherance of the drug trafficking crime. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Omaha Man Sentenced to More Than 58 Years for Fentanyl and Firearms Crimes Jeron Morris, 33, of Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced on December 3, 2025, in federal court in Omaha with drug and firearm crimes. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Denver in the News Nigerian Man Sentenced to 60 Months in Prison for COVID-19 Related Fraud Nosa Edokpaigbe, a Nigerian national, was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to one count of wire fraud. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News Honolulu Man Who Trafficked Illegally-Caught Hawaiian Tropical Fish Sentenced to Probation and Home Detention Shane Takasane, 43, of Honolulu, Hawaii, was sentenced to three years of probation for selling illegally-caught Hawaiian yellow tang and kole tang. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Jury Finds Lame Deer Man Guilty of Assaulting Federal Officers on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation A Lame Deer man who assaulted federal officers on the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation was found guilty by a federal jury. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Defendants Sentenced to Prison for Pandemic Loan Fraud Scheme Two defendants were sentenced to serve more than five years in prison each for their roles in a wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering scheme. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Atlanta in the News Georgia Man Sentenced for $24 Million Kickback and Medicare Fraud Conspiracy Patrick C. Moore Jr., 48, of Peachtree City, was sentenced to 46 months in prison for his role in a scheme to pay and receive illegal kickbacks. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News Sacramento Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Conspiring to Sex Traffic Woman in San Diego Darell Davis of Sacramento was sentenced in federal court to 10 years in prison for conspiring to sex traffic an 18-year-old woman. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article San Diego in the News Alleged Drug Trafficker Extradited From Guatemala Erick Alexander Granados Garcia, who is believed responsible for trafficking large amounts of cocaine, appeared in federal court. Nov. 26, 2025 Full Article

Jacksonville in the News Marion County Man Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Meet Two Minors to Engage in Sexual Activity Terry Levi Brown has pleaded guilty to attempted enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article

Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder Harlan Joe of Shiprock has been charged after authorities say he beat a woman to death following a day of drinking. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article El Paso in the News Barrio Azteca Gang Leader Pleads Guilty to Racketeering Conspiracy and Murder Charges Related to 2010 U.S. Consulate Murders in Juarez Eduardo Ravelo, a former FBI 'Ten Most Wanted Fugitive' and leader of the El Paso/Juarez-based Bario Azteca gang, pleaded guilty in federal court in El Paso, Texas. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Kansas City in the News Springfield Business Owner Indicted for COVID Fraud and Money Laundering Jason L. Hemingway, a Springfield business owner, was indicted by a federal grand jury for fraudulently obtaining $316,062 in Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Jacksonville Convicted Child Sex Offender Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Federal Prison for Using the Internet to View Child Sexual Abuse Materials Matthew Eric Baumgardner of Jacksonville received 10 years and 10 months in federal prison for using the internet to access and view child sexual abuse materials. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Tampa in the News Colombian National Sentenced to Federal Prison for Role in Nationwide Jewelry Theft Ring Jorge Giovanni Escobar Gonzalez, 41, was sentenced to 57 months in prison for his involvement in an organized jewelry theft ring. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article

Albuquerque in the News Texas Man Pleads Guilty to COVID-19 Unemployment Fraud Scheme in New Mexico Marc Long of Texas pleaded guilty to federal charges after admitting he fraudulently filed unemployment insurance claims in New Mexico using stolen identities. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Taos Pueblo Man Charged for Hatchet Assault Joe Daniel Gomez of Taos Pueblo has been indicted on federal charges for allegedly attacking another man with hatchets. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Gallup Man Sentenced for Beating and Choking His Dating Partner Victor Badonie of Gallup was sentenced to 57 months in federal prison for strangling his dating partner and leaving her with life-threatening injuries. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Leader of Transnational Terrorist Group Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Soliciting Hate Crimes and Murder, and Conspiring to Provide Material Support to Terrorists Dallas Humber—leader of the Terrorgram Collective, a transnational terrorist group—was sentenced to 360 months in prison for soliciting hate crimes, soliciting the murder of federal officials, and conspiring to provide material support to terrorists. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Pennsylvania Man Sentenced to Prison for Creating and Distributing Videos Depicting Animal Torture and Mutilation Robert Berndt of Philadelphia was sentenced to 38 months in prison in connection with his involvement with online groups dedicated to the sexual abuse against animals. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article

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Justice Department Highlights Nationwide Crackdown on Tren de Aragua The Department of Justice announced the unsealing of multiple indictments against more than 70 individuals, including leaders and members of designated foreign terrorist organization Tren de Aragua, linked to various violent crimes inside and outside the United States, including murder, robbery, extortion, kidnapping, money laundering, and controlled substance trafficking. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Bluefield Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime Landon Joseph Cartwright, 22, of Bluefield, pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute 5 grams or more of methamphetamine. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Chicago Man Sentenced for Role in Schemes to Transport Contraband into FCI McDowell with Drone Arturo Joel Gallegos, 27, of Chicago, Illinois, was sentenced to three years of federal probation for conspiracy to introduce or attempt to introduce contraband into a federal prison. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Guilty Plea and Superseding Indictment Announced in Social Engineering Scheme That Stole $263 Million in Cryptocurrency Evan Tangeman pleaded guilty in connection with his role in a multi-state conspiracy that used social engineering to steal hundreds of millions of dollars in cryptocurrency. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Pensacola Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Cyberstalking and Sending Obscene Materials to Minor Females Charles M. Schmaltz, 29, of Pensacola, Florida, was sentenced to five years in federal prison for cyberstalking and sending obscene materials to minor females. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Miami in the News Twenty-Four Defendants Charged in Major Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy in South Florida A federal grand jury in Miami has returned a superseding indictment unsealed charging 24 defendants with conspiring to traffic large quantities of cocaine in and around Miami-Dade County and elsewhere in the Southern District of Florida. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News D.C. High School Teacher Arrested, Charged in Production of Child Pornography, Enticement of a Minor John Aaron Gass was charged by complaint unsealed in U.S. District Court with production of child pornography and with enticement of a minor. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Waldorf Man Sentenced to 55 Years for Robbery and Murder Thaddeus Lamont Wills, 52, of Waldorf, Maryland, was sentenced to 55 years in federal prison for his role in a string of commercial armed robberies. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Tampa in the News Eleven Individuals Indicted for Stealing More Than Two Million Dollars in COVID Relief Funds Eleven people were charged with one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and nine counts of wire fraud. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News ‘21st & Vietnam’ Defendant Sentenced to 16 Years for Fentanyl Trafficking and Assault While Armed Trevon Palmer, 30, a key member of the violent D.C. drug trafficking crew known as 21st and Vietnam, was sentenced for his role in running an open-air drug market. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Cross City Correctional Officer Charged with Child Sexual Exploitation and Distribution of Child Pornography Devin Waldeck of Cross City has been charged by federal criminal complaint with sexual exploitation of children and distribution of material constituting child pornography. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New Haven in the News Gang Member Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Narcotics in Southwestern Connecticut Modeste Adodo, 29, was sentenced to 60 months of imprisonment and three years of supervised release for trafficking narcotics. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article

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Connecticut-Based Oil Trader Sentenced to 15 Months in Prison in International Bribery and Money Laundering Scheme A former senior oil and gas trader was sentenced to 15 months in prison for his role in a nearly eight-year-long scheme to bribe Brazilian government officials. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Indiana Couple Charged in an Indictment Filed in D.C. with Securities Fraud for Insider Trading Fan Yang, 39, and Jing Tian, 37, both of Indianapolis, were arrested and charged in an indictment unsealed for conspiring to commit securities fraud. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Three Sentenced in Connection with Gang-Related Kidnapping and Murder; Shooter Receives Life Sentence Three defendants were sentenced in connection with a kidnapping and murder committed by members of the Shotgun Crips gang. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article New Haven in the News Waterbury Gang Member Sentenced to Life in Federal Prison Julian Scott, 26, was sentenced to life in prison for offenses related to his involvement in the 960 gang, a violent Waterbury street gang. Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Maryland Man Sentenced for Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud Minh Phuong Ngoc Vong, 41, of Bowie, Maryland, was sentenced to 15 months in prison for his role in a wire fraud scheme. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article New Haven in the News

Colombian National Sentenced to Federal Prison for Role in Nationwide Jewelry Theft Ring

Jorge Giovanni Escobar Gonzalez, 41, was sentenced to 57 months of imprisonment for his involvement in an organized jewelry theft ring. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Virginia Woman Pleads Guilty to Introducing Methamphetamine Into Federal Prison Ashley Mullins, 40, of Appalachia, Virginia, pleaded guilty in federal court to introducing methamphetamine into the Tallahassee Federal Correctional Institution. Dec. 4, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Convicted Kidnapper Sentenced to 75 Years in Federal Prison Tonnaire McNair-Matthews, 26, was sentenced to federal prison for six offenses, including kidnapping, carjacking, robbery, and related firearms offenses. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Scam Center Strike Force Announces Seizure of Fake Cryptocurrency Investment Domain Used by Tai Chang Scam Compound in Burma Officials announced the seizure of a web domain used to target and defraud Americans through cryptocurrency investment fraud (CIF) scams. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Las Vegas Man Sentenced in D.C. to 144 Months in Prison for Distribution of Child Pornography Luis Santos Perez of Las Vegas was sentenced for posting photographs and videos to a notorious chat room where its members shared and celebrated graphic images of child sexual abuse. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Twelve Individuals Charged with Federal Crimes Twelve individuals have been indicted across three divisions of the Northern District of Florida. Dec. 2, 2025 Full Article Baltimore in the News Wilmington Man Charged After Machinegun and Manifesto are Found A Wilmington resident was charged with illegally possessing a machinegun. Dec. 1, 2025 Full Article

Oklahoma City in the News Oklahoma Man to Serve 10 Years in Federal Prison for Federal Hate Crime Violation Braden Birdsong, 28, of Oklahoma City, was sentenced to serve 120 months in federal prison after previously pleading guilty to a federal hate crime violation. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Denver in the News Alleged Tren de Aragua Leaders Indicted with Multiple Charges Including RICO Two alleged leaders of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua have been indicted by a federal grand jury in connection with a series of crimes in Colorado. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article

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Missouri Felon Sentenced to 33 Years in Prison for Child Pornography, Methamphetamine Crimes Rayshaun Reed, who recorded his criminal sex act with a child and possessed drugs, has been sentenced to 33 years in prison. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Columbia in the News Columbia Man Indicted on Hate Crime and Firearm Charges Jonathan Andrew Felkel, 34, was charged with violating the housing rights of his black neighbor, J.M., and for using a firearm in the commission of a crime of violence. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Columbia in the News Myrtle Beach Pastor Indicted for Cyberstalking Wife Before Her Death John Paul Miller, 46, of Myrtle Beach, was indicted for cyberstalking and making false statements to federal investigators. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Crownpoint Man Sentenced for Possession of Child Pornography A Crownpoint man was sentenced after admitting he knowingly received and possessed hundreds of images and videos depicting the sexual abuse of young children. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Tren De Aragua Senior Leadership Charged with Terrorism and International Drug Distribution A six-count second superseding indictment has been unsealed, charging four Venezuelan nationals, including multiple alleged high-ranking members of Tren de Aragua. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Columbia in the News Easley Man Arrested for Threatening Mass Violence Online Lucas Brandon Rousso, 30, of Easley, has been arrested by federal agents and charged with making threatening communications online. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Congolese National Sentenced to Over Two Years in Prison After Impersonating His Brother Throughout His Arrest and Trial A Congolese national was sentenced to two years and two months in prison for aggravated identity theft and perjury. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Materials Results in 100-Month Prison Term for Southeast District Man Stevenson Allen was sentenced to 100 months in federal prison for distributing, soliciting, and receiving numerous images of young children being sexually abused. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Chantilly Man Convicted of Sexually Exploiting Minors He Targeted Online A federal judge convicted a Chantilly man on charges of sexual exploitation of children and coercion and enticement of minors to engage in illegal sexual activity. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Farrell Resident Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking and Firearm Crimes Daniel George, a resident of Farrell, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison for committing drug trafficking and firearm crimes. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Raleigh County Man Sentenced for Money Laundering James E. Monroe Jr., 60, of Daniels, was sentenced to three years of federal probation, including six months on home detention, for money laundering. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article

Norfolk in the News Norfolk Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Coercion and Enticement of a Minor Law enforcement in June 2024 learned of an Instagram user selling child sexual abuse material, according to court documents. Investigators traced the user to the Norfolk, Virginia, residence of Isaiah Amery Muniz. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Norfolk in the News Smithfield Man Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison for Possessing Over 150 Improvised Explosive Devices and an Unregistered Short Barrel Rifle Brad Kenneth Spafford was sentenced to eight years in prison for possession of an unregistered short barrel rifle and possession of an unregistered destructive device. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article

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Little Rock Woman Sentenced to Two Years in Federal Prison for COVID Relief Fraud Chandler Carroll will spend 24 months in federal prison after admitting to fraudulently obtaining nearly $2.1 million in federal loans designed to assist businesses during the COVID pandemic. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News FBI Pittsburgh Reminds Holiday Travelers to Stay Safe, Aware of Surroundings FBI Pittsburgh reminds the public to stay safe and aware of your surroundings when traveling. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article

Denver in the News Activity in the U.S. Attorney’s Office Jimmy Joe Black, from Clinton, Oklahoma, was sentenced to time served, which at the time of sentencing was three months and 24 days, for assault of a dating partner resulting in substantial bodily injury. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Man Sentenced to 19 Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Child Sex Abuse Material Skyler Shoemaker, 34, of Colorado City, Texas, who distributed child sex abuse material to his co-defendant girlfriend, was sentenced to 19 years in federal prison. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Man Sentenced to More Than 12 Years in Prison for Armed Carjacking of FedEx Truck Saikeen Dixon, 33, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 147 months in prison for his role in the armed carjacking of a FedEx truck in August of 2022. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Mexican National Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Methamphetamine A Mexican national illegally residing in White Settlement has been sentenced to federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Bixby Tattoo Artist Charged with Six Counts of Sexual Contact A criminal complaint was unsealed charging a Bixby tattoo artist with six separate counts of sexual contact in Indian Country. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Smith County Man Sentenced to Federal Prison in Human Trafficking Conspiracy Michael Anthony Martinez of Tyler has been sentenced to federal prison for his role in a human trafficking conspiracy in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article

Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Man Charged with Robbing Area Store, Gas Station, and Bank Donte Samuel Brown, 45, of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was charged with Hobbs Act robbery and firearm offenses. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News Effingham County Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Federal Prison for Financially Exploiting an Elder Edward L. Stief, Jr., of Effingham County, has been sentenced to 12 years’ imprisonment after he admitted to exploiting an 89-year-old man out of more than $400,000. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article

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Duncan Man Sentenced to Serve 20 Years in Federal Prison Following Fatal Shooting in Indian Country Jesse Wayne James Keenan has been sentenced for voluntary manslaughter and discharging a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Former Adair County Resident Arrested for 1999 Murder in Indian Country Timothy Jacob Hollan of Miller, Missouri, was arrested in Kansas City, Kansas, on a federal arrest warrant. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Denver in the News Denver Man Indicted on 21 Counts Including Robbery of United States Postal Service Worker, Bank Fraud Avian Mayo was indicted by a federal grand jury on 21 counts including postal robbery, brandishing a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, bank fraud, and aggravated identity theft. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Oklahoma Man Guilty of Transporting Children for Sexual Exploitation Rolando Alexis Bravo of Lawton, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to child exploitation charges in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Nashville in the News Federal Jury Finds Convicted Felon Guilty of Three Business Robberies and Unlawful Possession of a Firearm Maurice Harris, 32, of Memphis, who was charged with committing a series of armed robberies of businesses in October 2024, was convicted. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News California Man Pleads Guilty to Role in Multimillion-Dollar Money Laundering Conspiracy Alec Tahir Baker of California has pleaded guilty in federal court in Rhode Island for his role in a wide-ranging business email compromise and money laundering scheme. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Nashville in the News Nigerian Men and Sudanese Woman Sentenced to Over 20 Years in Romance Scam Resulting in Elderly Victims’s Death Three people were sentenced for their roles in a romance scam that targeted victims around the country and resulted in the death of an elderly victim. Dec. 3, 2025 Full Article

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Milwaukee in the News FBI Task Force Arrests Four on Human Trafficking Charges The FBI-led Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force (CEHTTF) work tirelessly in the battle to fight human trafficking in Milwaukee. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Omaha in the News Tren De Aragua Members and Leaders Indicted in Multimillion-Dollar ATM Jackpotting Scheme Fifty-four individuals were charged for their roles in a large conspiracy to deploy malware and steal millions of dollars from ATMs in the United States. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News U.S. Attorneys’ Offices, FBI, and ATF Announce Death of the Brown University and MIT Professor Shooter The shooter is deceased and there is no longer a threat to the public. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News Former Jailer Sentenced for Sexually Assaulting Female Inmates A 29-year-old Laredo man has been ordered to federal prison for sexually assaulting two women while working as a corrections officer. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Life Sentence for Highs RICO Defendant Who Murdered Innocent Bystander Gregory Hamilton, age 29, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for RICO conspiracy and premeditated murder for his involvement in the 2021 murder of Darryl Wells, Jr., an innocent bystander. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News San Antonio Pipe Bomb Investigation Leads to Felon’s Arrest, Alleged Discovery of Home Explosives Lab A San Antonio felon was arrested in San Antonio on criminal charges related to his alleged possession of firearms and explosives. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News St. Michael, North Dakota, Man Indicted for Murder and Manslaughter D’Angelo James Hunt, of St. Michael, North Dakota, was charged with 10 federal felonies, including murder and manslaughter. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Architect of Massive $420 Million Bank Fraud Scheme Sentenced to Three Years in Prison Matthew Thomas Onofrio, of Plymouth, Minnesota, has been sentenced to 36 months in federal prison for bank fraud. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Jury Finds Convicted Sex Offender Guilty of Assaulting a Federal Officer Roberto Carlos Munoz-Guatemala was found guilty of assault on a federal officer with a dangerous and deadly weapon and causing bodily injury. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article

Boston in the News FBI, Brown University, and Partner Agencies Provide Victim Assistance in the Brown University Mass Shooting The FBI is committed to supporting the Providence Police Department and Brown University in offering assistance and providing support services to the victims of the Brown University mass shooting on December 13 in Providence, Rhode Island. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Relentless Justice The Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Relentless Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track, and arrest child sex predators. The nationwide crackdown resulted in over 205 child victims being located and the arrests of over 293 child sexual abuse offenders. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Nashville in the News Tennessee Man Sentenced for Aiding Memphis Police Department Officer in Destroying Evidence Related to On-Duty Fatal Shooting Joshua M. Rogers was sentenced for his role in destroying evidence related to a police officer’s fatal shooting of a man identified by the initials R.H. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Connecticut Resident Sentenced to 37 Months in Prison for Fraudulently Obtaining $1.2 Million in Unclaimed Property Henry J. White, Jr, age 75, was sentenced to 37 months in prison for submitting false and fraudulent claims for unclaimed property to state treasuries. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News York Tax Preparer Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud for Submission of Fraudulent PPP Loan Applications Dommonick T. Chatman, age 50, pleaded guilty to one count of bank fraud in connection with numerous fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program loan applications. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article

Atlanta in the News FBI and Savannah Police Ask for Video Tips From Concentrated Area Near Forsyth Park FBI Atlanta and Savannah Police are seeking doorbell or security camera footage from areas in a specific region west of Forsyth Park recorded between the hours of 7:00 pm and 8:30 pm on December 10, 2025. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Pine Ridge Woman Sentenced for Her Role in Methamphetamine Distribution Conspiracy A Pine Ridge, South Dakota, woman was sentenced after being convicted of conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Arizona Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Fentanyl Trafficking Shane Burns was sentenced to 168 months’ imprisonment for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Two Kanawha County Residents Sentenced to Prison for Roles in Charleston Drug Trafficking Organization Quanda Kiev Wilborne and Taylor Faith Walke were each sentenced for conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Doctor Indicted for Orchestrating $45M Botox Fraud Scheme Targeting Medicare A federal grand jury in California returned a superseding indictment charging a doctor for allegedly submitting false and fraudulent claims to Medicare. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Chester County Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting Numerous Minor Girls Online, Child Pornography Offenses Valentin Lubinski was sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment and a total of $28,000 in restitution and other assessments. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article

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Stillwater Man Faces Life in Federal Prison After Pleading Guilty to Aggravated Sexual Abuse and Producing, Receiving, and Possessing Child Pornography Lee Grant Clark has pleaded guilty to aggravated sexual abuse and production, receipt, and possession of child pornography. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article

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Three Honduran Nationals Sentenced to Prison for Their Roles in a Bank Fraud Conspiracy Three Honduran nationals are the latest co-conspirators to be sentenced to prison for their roles in an expansive bank fraud conspiracy. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article

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December Federal Grand Jury 2025-B Indictments Announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson announced the results of the December Federal Grand Jury 2025-B Indictments. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Former Harvard Morgue Manager and Wife Sentenced for Trafficking Stolen Human Remains Cedric Lodge and Denise Lodge, both of Goffstown, New Hampshire, were sentenced to interstate transport of stolen human remains. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Skiatook Man Charged with Assault After Being Released in June From Being Found Incompetent A Skiatook man was charged for assault with a dangerous weapon in Indian Country after being found incompetent to stand trial and was released. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News East Peoria Man Charged with Wire Fraud and Identity Theft A grand jury returned an indictment charging Stephen H. Keith for allegedly perpetrating a wire fraud and identity theft scheme. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News FCI-Greenville Inmate Sentenced to Additional Prison Time for Possessing Contraband A district judge added 24 additional months to an FCI-Greenville inmate’s sentence for possessing a makeshift weapon. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Houston Man Sentenced to Federal Prison in ATM Crime Spree A Houston man has been sentenced to federal prison for a violent crime spree in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Dallas Man Sentenced to Federal Prison in ATM Crime Spree A Dallas man has been sentenced to federal prison in connection with a crime spree in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News State College Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Production of Child Pornography William S. Welsh, of State College, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 360 months’ imprisonment for production of child pornography. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Mexican National Sentenced for Receiving Child Sexual Exploitation Material Brandon Leal Castro was sentenced to 97 months in prison for one count of receipt of certain material involving the sexual exploitation of a minor. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Ardmore Resident Sentenced for Illegally Possessing Firearm and Ammunition Jacob Layton Earley was sentenced to 28 months in prison for one count of possession of firearm and ammunition by prohibited person. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Announces Results of 'Operation Safe Christmas' Officials announced the results of a fugitive roundup effort jointly handled by federal and state law enforcement agencies. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Houston Man Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Federal Prison for Jugging Robbery of ATM Technician A Houston, Texas, man was sentenced to more than seven years in federal prison for his role in the “jugging” robbery of an ATM technician. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Georgia Man Sentenced for Evading Security Requirements at Philadelphia International Airport David Easley was sentenced for evading security requirements at Philadelphia International Airport. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article

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Federal Inmate Sentenced to Serve 30 Additional Years in Prison for Sexual Assault in Federal Transfer Center Joseph Francis Butler has been sentenced to serve an additional 360 months in federal prison for committing aggravated sexual abuse at the FTC in Oklahoma City. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article

Atlanta in the News FBI and Savannah Police Ask for Video Tips From Concentrated Area Near Forsyth Park FBI Atlanta and Savannah Police are seeking doorbell or security camera footage from areas in a specific region west of Forsyth Park recorded between the hours of 7:00 pm and 8:30 pm on December 10, 2025. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Pine Ridge Woman Sentenced for Her Role in Methamphetamine Distribution Conspiracy A Pine Ridge, South Dakota, woman was sentenced after being convicted of conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Arizona Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Fentanyl Trafficking Shane Burns was sentenced to 168 months’ imprisonment for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Two Kanawha County Residents Sentenced to Prison for Roles in Charleston Drug Trafficking Organization Quanda Kiev Wilborne and Taylor Faith Walke were each sentenced for conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Doctor Indicted for Orchestrating $45M Botox Fraud Scheme Targeting Medicare A federal grand jury in California returned a superseding indictment charging a doctor for allegedly submitting false and fraudulent claims to Medicare. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Chester County Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting Numerous Minor Girls Online, Child Pornography Offenses Valentin Lubinski was sentenced to 20 years’ imprisonment and a total of $28,000 in restitution and other assessments. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article

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Stillwater Man Faces Life in Federal Prison After Pleading Guilty to Aggravated Sexual Abuse and Producing, Receiving, and Possessing Child Pornography Lee Grant Clark has pleaded guilty to aggravated sexual abuse and production, receipt, and possession of child pornography. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article

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Three Honduran Nationals Sentenced to Prison for Their Roles in a Bank Fraud Conspiracy Three Honduran nationals are the latest co-conspirators to be sentenced to prison for their roles in an expansive bank fraud conspiracy. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article

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December Federal Grand Jury 2025-B Indictments Announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson announced the results of the December Federal Grand Jury 2025-B Indictments. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Former Harvard Morgue Manager and Wife Sentenced for Trafficking Stolen Human Remains Cedric Lodge and Denise Lodge, both of Goffstown, New Hampshire, were sentenced to interstate transport of stolen human remains. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Skiatook Man Charged with Assault After Being Released in June From Being Found Incompetent A Skiatook man was charged for assault with a dangerous weapon in Indian Country after being found incompetent to stand trial and was released. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News East Peoria Man Charged with Wire Fraud and Identity Theft A grand jury returned an indictment charging Stephen H. Keith for allegedly perpetrating a wire fraud and identity theft scheme. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News FCI-Greenville Inmate Sentenced to Additional Prison Time for Possessing Contraband A district judge added 24 additional months to an FCI-Greenville inmate’s sentence for possessing a makeshift weapon. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Houston Man Sentenced to Federal Prison in ATM Crime Spree A Houston man has been sentenced to federal prison for a violent crime spree in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Dallas Man Sentenced to Federal Prison in ATM Crime Spree A Dallas man has been sentenced to federal prison in connection with a crime spree in the Eastern District of Texas. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News State College Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Production of Child Pornography William S. Welsh, of State College, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 360 months’ imprisonment for production of child pornography. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Mexican National Sentenced for Receiving Child Sexual Exploitation Material Brandon Leal Castro was sentenced to 97 months in prison for one count of receipt of certain material involving the sexual exploitation of a minor. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Ardmore Resident Sentenced for Illegally Possessing Firearm and Ammunition Jacob Layton Earley was sentenced to 28 months in prison for one count of possession of firearm and ammunition by prohibited person. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Springfield in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Announces Results of 'Operation Safe Christmas' Officials announced the results of a fugitive roundup effort jointly handled by federal and state law enforcement agencies. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Dallas in the News Houston Man Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Federal Prison for Jugging Robbery of ATM Technician A Houston, Texas, man was sentenced to more than seven years in federal prison for his role in the “jugging” robbery of an ATM technician. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Georgia Man Sentenced for Evading Security Requirements at Philadelphia International Airport David Easley was sentenced for evading security requirements at Philadelphia International Airport. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article

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Federal Inmate Sentenced to Serve 30 Additional Years in Prison for Sexual Assault in Federal Transfer Center Joseph Francis Butler has been sentenced to serve an additional 360 months in federal prison for committing aggravated sexual abuse at the FTC in Oklahoma City. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article

Cleveland in the News Former Ohio Senate Candidate Pleads Guilty to $4.5 Million Wire Fraud Scheme Jonathan Leissler, 44, of Stow, Ohio, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after defrauding his employer, a police organization, and an online fundraising company out of millions of dollars. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Blue Ash Man Faces Federal Exploitation, Pornography Charges for Allegedly Placing Hidden Cameras in Minor Victims’ Home David Mitsnefes of Blue Ash has been charged federally with child exploitation and pornography crimes for allegedly hiding spy cameras in the house of minor victims. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Richmond in the News Dunnsville Man Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison for Federal Drug Trafficking and Firearm Conviction A Dunnsville man was sentenced to six years and eight months in prison for distribution of methamphetamine and sale of a firearm to a convicted felon. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Albany in the News Keene, New Hampshire, Man Sentenced to 28 Months in Drug Distribution Case William Bostwick of Keene, New Hampshire, was sentenced to 28 months in prison for possessing with the intent to distribute over 30 grams of cocaine. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Charlotte in the News Federal Judge Sentences Raleigh Drug Kingpin Who Convinced Former Youth Football Coach to Transport Over 13 Pounds of Cocaine to 50 Years in Federal Prison Akeem Netron Holder Evans of Raleigh has been sentenced to 600 months, which is 50 years, in federal prison for leading a large-scale drug trafficking organization. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Member of Violent Third World Mob Gang Sentenced to 17.5 Years in Prison A Third World Mob (3WM) drug dealer was sentenced in federal court to 210 months in prison. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Illegal Honduran National Indicted on Drug and Immigration Crimes in Utah After Law Enforcement Allegedly Seized 21,000 Fentanyl Pills An undocumented Honduran national was remanded into federal custody following his initial appearance on drug and immigration crimes. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News Colombian National Extradited to U.S. Following Nine-Defendant Cocaine Trafficking Indictment A Colombian national made his initial appearance in a federal court in El Paso after he was extradited to the United States on Friday. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News San Juan County Man Sentenced to 180 Months in Prison for Murder and Firearm Crimes Perry Maryboy, 61, of Bluff, Utah, was sentenced to 180 months’ imprisonment after he admitted to second-degree murder. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Cleveland in the News Lorain Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Controlled Substance Offenses A 44-year-old Lorain man, Tiawan Taylor, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Local Man Who Allegedly Committed Two Kidnappings, Carjackings Now Faces Federal Charges Colby Smith of Dayton, who allegedly kidnapped two individuals at gunpoint in two different carjacking incidents in the greater Dayton area, now faces federal charges. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article San Antonio in the News 316 New Immigration Cases Filed in Western District of Texas This Week Federal prosecutors in the district filed 316 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from December 5 to December 11. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Houston in the News Second Week of December Sees Another 293 People Charged in Border Security-Related Matters in the Southern District of Texas A total of 294 cases have been filed related to immigration and border security from December 5-11. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Charlotte in the News Raleigh Man Sentenced for Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material on His Work Laptop Joseph Matthew Dobbs has been sentenced to 135 months in federal prison for possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Cleveland in the News Ghanaian National Charged with Running Romance Scams That Took Over $8 Million From Elderly Victims A federal grand jury has returned a two-count indictment charging a Ghanaian National with defrauding elderly victims out of over $8 million. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Lead Defendant in Multi-State Car Theft Ring Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison The lead defendant in a $1.5 million chop shop conspiracy was sentenced in U.S. District Court to 84 months in prison. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article San Juan in the News Former VIPD Commissioner and Former OMB Director Found Guilty on All Counts in Federal Corruption Trial Ray Martinez and Jenifer O’Neal were found guilty on all counts following a one-week jury trial for participating in a wide-ranging public corruption scheme. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Local Cell Phone Stores Employee Charged Federally with Child Pornography, Video Voyeurism Crimes Federal agents arrested a Grove City man who has been charged federally with child pornography and video voyeurism crimes. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Grand Jury Returns Indictments A federal grand jury in the Western District of Wisconsin, sitting in Madison, returned the following indictments. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Charlotte in the News Snapchat Predator Nets 14 Years in Federal Prison David Anthony Howard, II, of Virginia, has been sentenced to 174 months in federal prison after he met a minor on Snapchat and manipulated her into sexual activity. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article Milwaukee in the News United States Citizen Successfully Extradited From South Africa After Kidnapping His Children in 2021 A federal grand jury has returned an indictment charging a Wisconsin man, Clyde Lewis Springfield, with international parental kidnapping. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Warren County Woman Pleads Guilty to Dealing Fentanyl That Caused Fatal Overdose Kaylee Back of Franklin, Ohio, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to distributing fentanyl. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article Charotte in the News Roanoke Rapids Police Officer Arrested and Charged with Child Exploitation Offenses The FBI arrested a Halifax County man on criminal charges related to his alleged involvement with child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Dec. 5, 2025 Full Article

Los Angeles in the News FBI Los Angeles Announces Results of Operation Coast to Coast, a Multi-Office Initiative Targeting Locations Contributing to Violent Crime During December 2025, the FBI’s Los Angeles Office surged its violent crime resources and teamed up with federal, state, and local partners to conduct 36 joint enforcement operations. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Member of Anti-Capitalist and Anti-Government Group Arrested and Charged with Threatening ICE Officers Micah James Legnon of New Iberia was arrested on a criminal complaint filed charging him with threatening Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News FBI Washington Field Office Seeking Information on High School Teacher Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges The FBI Washington Field Office’s Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force is seeking information on John Aaron Gass, a former teacher at the District of Columbia International School. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Pensacola Man Indicted on Charges of Drug Adulteration, Mail Fraud, and Wire Fraud Scott Robinson, 51, of Pensacola, Florida, was indicted and charged with two counts of drug adulteration, two counts of mail fraud, and two counts of wire fraud. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Local Physician Pleads Guilty to Adulterating and Misbranding Medical Devices with the Intent to Defraud Dr. Eric Edward Haeger, age 57, of Brewster, Washington, pleaded guilty to adulterating and misbranding medical devices with the intent to defraud or mislead. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article

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Brad Kenneth Spafford of Smithfield was sentenced to eight years in prison for possession of an unregistered short barrel rifle and possession of an unregistered destructive device. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Jose Cesari, Leader of Sophisticated Armed Beer Theft Enterprise, Sentenced to 63 Months in Prison Jose Cesari was sentenced to 63 months in prison for conspiring to commit—and committing—theft from interstate or foreign shipments. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Tech Company Executive Sentenced to Prison for Multimillion-Dollar Embezzlement Scheme and Tax Evasion Mark Angarola was sentenced to 38 months in prison for committing two extensive fraud crimes—an $8.3 million embezzlement scheme and a $668,000 tax evasion scheme. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Founder of Private Equity Firm Charged with Defrauding Investors Out of Millions Jay Lucas, the founder and managing partner of Lucas Brand Equity LLC, was charged with securities fraud, investment advisor fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Former Principals of ‘Pre-IPO’ Fund Plead Guilty to $65 Million Fraud and Money Laundering Schemes John Cangialosi, Peter Girgis, and Gene Sarabella pleaded guilty to all counts of a five-count indictment charging them with conspiracy to commit securities fraud, and other related offenses. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Brooklyn Man Convicted of Sexual Exploitation of Minors A jury in Brooklyn convicted Billon McLeod on all seven counts of a superseding indictment charging him with sexual exploitation of a child and other crimes. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News New Orleans Man Guilty of Federal Firearm and Drug Trafficking Charges David Scott, age 22 from New Orleans, pleaded guilty to firearm and drug trafficking charges. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article New York in the News CEO, CFO, COO Charged in Connection with Billion-Dollar Collapse of Tricolor Auto Daniel Chu, the founder and former CEO of Tricolor Holdings LLC, was charged with orchestrating a years-long financial crimes enterprise. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Twelve Members of East Harlem Narcotics Crew Charged with Narcotics and Firearms Offenses Twelve members of an East Harlem-based narcotics trafficking organization were charged with conspiring to distribute narcotics and firearm crimes. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article New York in the News U.S. Customs and Border Protection Officer Charged with Bribery Offenses Kevin Seto of New York and Hiu Kit David Chong of California were charged in connection with a bribery scheme. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Registered Sex Offender Sentenced to 24 Years in Prison for Coercion and Enticement of Minors Jorel Fowler was sentenced to 24 years in prison for coercion and enticement of a minor and receipt of child pornography. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Byrd Gang Leader Pleads Guilty Mid-Trial to Rico Conspiracy, Conspiracy to Distribute Controlled Substances, and Conspiracy to Possess Firearms Tim Jackson of New Orleans pleaded guilty to RICO conspiracy, drug trafficking conspiracy, and firearms conspiracy. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Manager of Investment Firm Charged with Defrauding Investors in 'Pre-IPO' Scheme Giovanni Pennetta of New York has been charged with securities fraud, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Richmond in the News Former Head of Lynchburg Community Corrections and Pretrial Services Sentenced to 12 Months and One Day in Federal Prison The former acting director of the Lynchburg Community Corrections & Pretrial Services Department (LCCPS) was sentenced to 12 months and one day in federal prison for accessing a protected computer system. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Richmond in the News Roanoke Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Child Sexual Exploitation Material Christopher Allan Johnson, of Roanoke, who used the Kik social media app to send three videos containing child sexual exploitation material, pleaded guilty. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Federal Jury Convicts Russian Woman of the International Kidnapping of Her Daughter A federal jury convicted a Russian citizen for the offense of international parental kidnapping. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Third Defendant Pleads Guilty to Hacking Fantasy Sports and Betting Website Nathan Austad of Farmington, Minnesota, pleaded guilty in connection with a scheme to hack thousands of user accounts at a fantasy sports and betting website. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Carmel Man Found Guilty of Murder and Narcotics Offenses Dwayne Pulliam was found guilty of Travel Act murder, participating in a conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute crack cocaine and heroin, and other related offenses. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Trinitarios Gang Member Sentenced to 135 Months in Prison in Connection with Two Shootings and an Attempt to Smuggle Contraband Into the Metropolitan Detention Center In federal court in Brooklyn, Abel Mora was sentenced to 135 months in prison for Hobbs Act robbery and discharging a firearm after he robbed and shot an individual. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Two Staten Island Men Indicted for Attempting to Bribe a Juror in a Criminal Trial in the Eastern District of New York An indictment was returned charging Valmir Krasniqi and Afrim Kupa with obstruction of justice and conspiracy for attempting to bribe a juror. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Greenville Man Indicted for Armed Robbery and Firearms Offenses at Bear Creek Bank A federal grand jury returned a two-count indictment against a man allegedly involved in the armed robbery of a bank in Bear Creek. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Seattle in the News Inchelium Man Sentenced to 33 Months in Prison for Assaulting His Intimate Partner on the Colville Reservation Frederick Daniel Stensgar was sentenced to 33 months in prison for assault resulting in substantial bodily injury to an intimate partner and dating partner. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Crypto-Enabled Fraudster Sentenced for Orchestrating $40 Billion Fraud Do Hyeong Kwon was sentenced to 15 years in prison for committing wire fraud and conspiring to commit securities fraud, commodities fraud, and wire fraud. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Owner of Physical Rehabilitation Company Pleads Guilty to Submitting More Than $20 Million in Fraudulent Medical Bills to Health Benefit Programs Nosson Sklar of New York was charged with engaging in a scheme to defraud health benefit programs through the submission of more than $20 million in fraudulent claims. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Bronx Man Convicted of Kidnapping, Sex Offenses Involving a Minor, and Child Pornography Offenses Anthony Wallace was found guilty of kidnapping a minor, coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in illegal sex, and related crimes. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New York in the News CEO of Telecommunications Construction Company Charged with Commercial Bribery, Fraud, and Witness Tampering Offenses Anthony Tepedino of Manalapan, New Jersey, was charged with commercial bribery, fraud, and witness tampering offenses. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Hollywood Director and Writer Convicted of $11 Million Fraud on Subscription Streaming Service Carl Erik Rinsch of Los Angeles, California, was convicted for his role in a fraudulent scheme to steal $11 million from a subscription video on-demand streaming service. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Bronx Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for Enticing a Minor and Possessing Child Pornography Daniel Batista, a citizen of the Dominican Republic, was sentenced to 18 years in prison for enticing a minor and possessing child pornography. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Historic Homeland Security Task Force New York Targets Foreign Terrorists, Cartel Members, and Criminal Organizations with Ties to Big Apple Officials joined together to announce the establishment of the Homeland Security Task Force (“HSTF”) New York. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Investment Company Charged in Multimillion-Dollar Fraud Schemes Nathan Gauvin, a citizen of Canada, was charged with conspiracy to commit securities fraud and wire fraud, and other related crimes. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article New York in the News Former Student Arrested and Charged for Bomb Hoax on College Campus Nigel Trenh of Los Angeles, California, was arrested in connection with a bomb hoax that resulted in the evacuation of a college dormitory in the Southern District of New York in August. Dec. 9, 2025 Full Article

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Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Relentless Justice

The Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Relentless Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track, and arrest child predators. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Las Vegas Man Sentenced for Racketeering Related Violence and Drug Trafficking Robert Padilla of Las Vegas was sentenced to life in prison for orchestrating a retaliatory killing tied to a violent prison gang. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Cincinnati in the News FBI Cincinnati Announces Arrests as Part of Nationwide Operation Relentless Justice FBI Cincinnati Special Agent in Charge Jason Cromartie announced six arrests made as part of Operation Relentless Justice. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Ocala Man Indicted for Producing Child Sexual Abuse Material Justin Charles Brown, 45, of Ocala, was charged with producing child sex abuse material (CSAM) and possessing CSAM. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Washington in the News Bi-Coastal Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced to 135 Months Albert Anthony Rios, 32, of the District of Columbia and California, was sentenced to 135 months in federal prison for trafficking large amounts of fentanyl. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Health Care Fraud and Kickback Conspiracy Eric Van Vleet of Florida pleaded guilty to conspiring to bill Medicare for medically unnecessary prescriptions. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Sacramento in the News Indian National Indicted for Threatening to Kill a Victim Living in Canada A federal grand jury returned an indictment against Jasmeet Singh, 30, charging him with transmitting threats to injure another person. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News Connecticut Man Sentenced to 30 Months’ Imprisonment for Role in $7.8 Million Health Care Fraud and Kickback Scheme Jesse Foote of Connecticut was sentenced to 30 months’ imprisonment for his role in a multimillion-dollar DME health care fraud and kickback scheme. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article New Orleans in the News Former Lafayette Assistant District Attorney Sentenced to Seven Years in Federal Prison for Bribery Scheme Gary Haynes of Lafayette was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for bribery and money laundering crimes. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article Newark in the News Ocean County Man Sentenced to 168 Months in Prison for Sexually Exploiting Minors Daniel Nilla of Ocean County, New Jersey, was sentenced to 168 months in prison for receiving videos and images depicting child pornography. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article Honolulu in the News Kauai Man Sentenced to 17 and One Half Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking and Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition Francis Anthony Abergas, Jr., of Kauai, was sentenced to a total of 210 months in prison after pleading guilty to possessing with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article Boston in the News Telehealth Company Agrees to Pay $300,000 to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations LifeWorks Counseling Associates, PLLC and its owner entered into a settlement where they will pay $300,000 to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article

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New York Man Convicted of Hobbs Act Extortion A federal jury in Brooklyn convicted Robert Brooke of New York of one count of Hobbs Act extortion. Dec. 8, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Chicago Warns Public About Growing Frauds and Scams Throughout the Holiday Season The FBI has launched an initiative to raise awareness about holiday scams impacting the public nationwide. By encouraging families to have open conversations during this giving season, the campaign aims to empower people to recognize common schemes, protect themselves, and report fraud to the FBI. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Canadian Man Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Charges Houssam El-Atat, 44, of Montreal, Canada, who was extradited from Spain, pleaded guilty to money laundering conspiracy. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Citizen of Ghana Sentenced on Extortion Charge Cross Abu Cole, 21, a citizen of Ghana, who was convicted of interstate communications with intent to extort, was sentenced to time served. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pensacola Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison for Preparing False Tax Returns and Identity Theft Khristine N. Harper of Pensacola was sentenced to two years in prison after having pleaded guilty to 20 counts of aiding and assisting the preparation of false tax returns. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Inmate Indicted on Multiple Assault Charges and Possession of Contraband Jose Melendez-Rivera, 27, an inmate in a Federal Correctional Institution, was indicted by a federal grand jury for assault with intent to commit murder and related crimes. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Ketchikan Church Elder Indicted for Child Exploitation Offenses A federal grand jury in Alaska returned an indictment charging a former Ketchikan church elder with sexually exploiting a child outside the U.S. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Previously Deported Jamaican Drug Trafficker Pleads Guilty in D.C. to Firearms Counts, Illegal Re-Entry Damion Alexander Peddie, a Jamaican citizen, pleaded guilty in connection with possessing a cache of weapons and narcotics and for illegally re-entering the country. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Offers Rewards to Help Locate Camron Lee, Athena Lee, and Mateo Lee The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of Camron Lee, also known as Saroeun Chea, Tae Won Lee, Taewon Lee, or Major. Lee allegedly fled prosecution for murder and other charges in Sacramento County, California. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News El FBI ofrece recompensas para ayudar a localizar a Camron Lee, Athena Lee y Mateo Lee El Buró Federal de Investigaciones (FBI) ofrece una recompensa de hasta $ 25,000 por información que conduzca a la identificación, arresto y la condena de Camron Lee, también conocido como Saroeun Chea, Tae Won Lee, Taewon Lee o Major. Lee presuntamente huyó de la justicia por asesinato y otros cargos en el condado de Sacramento, California. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Nonprofit CEO Heads to Federal Prison for 33 Months for $2 Million Embezzlement Scheme Theresa Szwast has been sentenced to 33 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to wire fraud. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Seven Farmers and a Tobacco Warehouse Manager Sentenced for Crop Insurance Fraud Scheme Larry Walden­­­ was sentenced to 52 months’ incarceration after pleading guilty to conspiring to commit money laundering, by committing crop insurance fraud. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Previously Convicted Louisville Man Sentenced to 40 Years and Six Months in Federal Prison for Enticement of a Minor A Louisville man was sentenced for online coercion and enticement of a minor, sexual exploitation of a child, and transportation of a minor for sex. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News

Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Relentless Justice

205 child victims located and 293 child sex abuse offenders arrested in nationwide crackdown, including four in the Eastern District of Virginia Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News United States Files Forfeiture Action Against $1.2 Million Involved in Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud and Money Laundering A civil forfeiture complaint has been filed in federal court against approximately $1.2 million in digital currency seized by the government. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former McCreary County Assistant Principal Sentenced for Attempted Online Enticement of a Minor Aaron Anderson was sentenced to 120 months in prison for attempting to persuade a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity online. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Clarinda Man Sentenced to Nine Years in Federal Prison for Receipt of Child Pornography Rodney Ray Biggerstaff was sentenced to nine years in federal prison for receipt of child pornography. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News West Des Moines Man Sentenced to 35 Years in Federal Prison for Sexually Exploiting Minors on Snapchat and Instagram and Possessing Child Pornography Nicklas Ray Stanley was sentenced to 35 years in prison for exploiting numerous minors on social media and possessing child pornography. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News VA Hospital Nurse Sentenced to 10 Years for Child Pornography A nurse at the Veterans Affairs hospital in Kansas City, Missouri, was sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment and 15 years of supervised release. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Predator Sentenced to 84 Years in Nationwide Child Exploitation Case; 84 Victims Across U.S. and Abroad Identified Austin Ryan Lauless, of Colorado, has been sentenced to 84 years in federal prison, followed by a lifetime of supervised release. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Las Cruces Man Charged After School Shooting Threat Posted on Social Media Dion Lee Torres of Las Cruces is facing federal charges after authorities investigated a social media post threatening to shoot up a school. Dec. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Men Indicted for Posing as FBI Agents to Commit Fraud A jury in Wichita returned an indictment charging two Indian nationals with allegedly defrauding a victim while posing as federal law enforcement officials. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Detroit Yield Results in Operation Coast-to-Coast Public Safety Initiative The FBI Detroit Field Office participated in Operation Coast-to-Coast, a two-week initiative targeting locations and criminal networks contributing to violent crime. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Auburn, Washington, Man Pleads Guilty to Hate Crime for Assault on Metro Bus Passenger Adan C. Hernandez-Mayoral of Auburn, Washington, pleaded guilty to committing a hate crime involving bodily injury and a dangerous weapon for his attack on a bus rider. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Baltimore Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Federal Prison in Connection with Carjacking, Kidnapping Charges Dennis Allen Hairston, 35, of Catonsville, Maryland, was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for his role as the leader of two violent carjackings. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Illinois Man Sentenced to 360 Months in Prison Marco Sole, 52 years old, of Lynwood, Illinois, was sentenced after pleading guilty to distributing 40 grams or more of fentanyl. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Medical Biller Charged with Diverting Opioids and Federal Health Care Fraud Ty Mauldin, 34, of South Dakota, was charged with ordering thousands of opioid pills by stealing the identity of medical professionals with whom he worked. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Coordinated Federal-Local Law Enforcement Efforts Lead Surge in Arrests, Drug Seizures, and Federal Drug Trafficking Charges in San Francisco Law enforcement partners announced the results of a surge in federal drug enforcement measures in San Francisco over the past two months. Dec. 28, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News District of Arizona Charges 160 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct This Week The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 160 individuals this week. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Waterbury Woman Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Federal Prison for Role in Violent Carjacking, Stalking Emily Rodriguez, 30, of Waterbury, was sentenced to 87 months in prison for participating in a violent carjacking and stalking. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Easton Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening Fairfield Police Officers Raymond Neuberger, 41, of Easton, waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty to threatening Fairfield Police officers. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two East Bay Men Plead Guilty for Their Roles in Multiple Armed Robberies Over a Three-Week Span in 2024 Jaray Washington, of Oakland, and Deante Hunt, of San Lorenzo, pleaded guilty in federal court to armed robberies and other related offenses. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Married Owners of Downtown L.A. Precious Metals Businesses Plead Guilty to Hiding From IRS Millions of Dollars in Cash Transactions The husband-and-wife owners of precious metals businesses pleaded guilty to federal criminal charges for concealing millions of dollars’ worth of cash transactions. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Bigelow Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Federal Prison After Being Found Guilty on Multiple Counts of Production of Child Pornography Blair Michael Williams of Bigelow was sentenced to 18 years in federal prison for producing child pornography on four different occasions. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 79 Border-Related Cases This Week Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California filed 79 border-related cases this week. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pelican Man Indicted for Advertising, Distributing Child Pornography A federal grand jury in Alaska returned an indictment charging Adam Pool of Pelican with advertising and distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Kipnuk Man Indicted for Child Pornography Offenses A federal grand jury in Alaska returned an indictment charging a Kipnuk man with multiple child pornography offenses. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Greenwich Investment Advisor Pleads Guilty to Tax Evasion Jeffrey Arsenault, 63, of Greenwich, waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty to tax evasion. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Teen Hitmen for Sinaloa Cartel Plead Guilty to Murder, Attempted Murder in Plot to Kill Cartel’s Target Two teenage gang members pleaded guilty in federal court to murder and attempted murder charges. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Disrupts Virtual Money Laundering Service Used to Facilitate Criminal Activity Law enforcement announced coordinated action to disrupt and take down the online infrastructure used to operate E-Note, a cryptocurrency exchange. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Stamford Man Sentenced to More Than Nine Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Narcotics Rodney Canada, 48, of Stamford, was sentenced to 110 months in prison for trafficking narcotics in southwestern Connecticut. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two Alaska State Troopers Indicted on Federal Criminal Civil Rights Violations A federal grand jury in Alaska returned an indictment charging two Alaska State Troopers with federal criminal civil rights violations. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Woman Sentenced to Seven Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Cocaine Tashia Bridges, 35, of Torrington and Waterbury, was sentenced to 84 months in prison for her role in a drug trafficking conspiracy. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Waterbury Drug Trafficker Who Carried Firearm Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison Malik Wright, 22, of Waterbury, was sentenced to 60 months in prison for a firearm possession offense. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Woodbridge Man Sentenced to 32 Months in Federal Prison for $2.3 Million Pandemic Relief Program Scheme Yasir G. Hamed, 60, of Woodbridge, was sentenced for defrauding a COVID-19 pandemic relief program of more than $2.3 million. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Mexican National Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison for Role in Drug Conspiracy Daniel Roberto Auz-Vasquez, 28, of Imuris, Sonora, Mexico, was sentenced to 78 months in prison for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Nine Indicted on Multiple Charges Arising From Armed Burglaries of Marijuana Grow Facilities That Resulted in Death of Oakland Police Officer Nine defendants have been indicted on charges of conspiring to distribute, possessing with intent to distribute, and attempting to possess with intent to distribute more than 100 marijuana plants. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Registered Sex Offender Convicted of Sex Trafficking Minors Sentenced to 17 Years’ Imprisonment A convicted sex offender, Kevin Lavon Giles, was sentenced to 17 years in prison for sex trafficking two minors and one adult. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Baldwin Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Child Christian Anthony Vanderveen, 25, of Baldwin, Michigan, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of a minor. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Last of Eight Defendants Sentenced for Drug Trafficking in Trinidad Neighborhood Levancie Carr, 43, a three-time convicted felon from the District of Columbia, received eight years in prison in connection with his role in a large open-air narcotics market. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Racially Motivated Violent Extremist Charged for Possessing an Unregistered Firearm and Child Sexual Abuse Offenses Lucas Alexander Temple of Sarasota was charged for possessing an unregistered firearm, possession of a firearm with a removed serial number, and receipt of child sexual abuse material. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced to 10 Years in Narcotics Conspiracy, Paycheck Protection Program and Unemployment Insurance Fraud Teron Deandre McNeil, 35, of the District of Columbia, was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison for his role in a narcotics trafficking conspiracy. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Amherst Man Pleads Guilty to Receipt of Child Pornography Marcus Elliott of Amherst pleaded guilty to receipt of child pornography, which carries a mandatory minimum penalty of five years in prison. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Mexican National Extradited From Mexico to the United States Sentenced for Drug and Money Laundering Conspiracy Gilberto Alarcon-Holguin was sentenced to serve 168 months in prison for drug and money laundering crimes. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Members of a Local Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced in Federal Court Five members of an interstate drug distribution organization were sentenced in federal court during October and December of 2025. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Medina Man Going to Prison for Possession of Child Pornography Kyle Stack, 40, of Medina, New York, who was convicted of possession of child pornography involving prepubescent minors, was sentenced to serve 84 months in prison. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News South Dayton Man Pleads Guilty to Receipt of Child Pornography Joseph A. Buelow, 31, of South Dayton, New York, pleaded guilty to receipt of child pornography, which carries a mandatory minimum penalty of five years in prison. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Bomber Who Targeted Banks, Store, and a Supermarket Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison Cahlyl Rollins of the District of Columbia, was sentenced to 60 months in prison for his role in a spree of four bombings in which he detonated explosive devices. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Cheektowaga Man Pleads Guilty to Pointing a Laser at an Aircraft Joseph L. Crapsi, 29, of Cheektowaga, New York, pleaded guilty to pointing a laser pointer at an aircraft. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Undocumented Immigrant Admits Possession of Child Pornography An undocumented immigrant has admitted being caught in possession of child sexual abuse material when he was arrested for another offense. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Roslindale Man Arrested for Drug Conspiracy Shaquylle Burden of Roslindale has been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged fentanyl distribution conspiracy. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News West Roxbury Man Indicted for Fentanyl Distribution Santo Leandro Duverge Tejeda of West Roxbury has been indicted by a federal grand jury for drug distribution offenses involving fentanyl. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former New York Doctor Sentenced for Receiving Kickbacks A New York doctor has been sentenced in federal court in Boston for receiving kickbacks in exchange for ordering medically unnecessary brain scans. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former State Senator Pleads Guilty to Obstruction of Justice Former Massachusetts State Senator Dean Tran pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to attempting to cover up a sham job offer from his sister’s company. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Member of the Lynn Chapter of the Trinitarios Pleads Guilty to Racketeering Conspiracy Michael Miliano, a member of the Trinitarios, has pleaded guilty to racketeering charges, including his participation in two murders and two other attempted murders. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Eastside Real Estate Broker Convicted of Real Estate Investment Fraud Scheme That Stole More Than $2 Million From Washington Victims A former real estate professional who operated a real estate investment fund was convicted of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and related crimes. Dec. 19, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Six Additional Defendants Charged, One Defendant Pleads Guilty in Ongoing Fraud Schemes Six additional defendants have been charged federally with participating in schemes to defraud the government in the Autism fraud scheme and the Housing Stabilization Services fraud scheme. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News H Block Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Drug Conspiracy A member of the violent Boston-based gang, H-Block, pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to drug conspiracy charges. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Man Charged with Operating Online Marketplaces Selling Fraudulent Montana Driver’s Licenses and Other Identity Documents Used by Cybercriminals The operator of illegal online marketplaces that sold digital templates of false identity documents, such as passports, social security cards, and driver’s licenses, was charged in Montana. Dec. 18, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Pearl River Man Sentenced in Reservation Murder Brian Keith Bell of Pearl River was sentenced to 380 months in prison for the use of a firearm during the murder of another tribal member. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Fort Wayne Man Sentenced to 120 Months in Prison Jamarkis J. Carter, 31, of Fort Wayne, Indiana, was sentenced to 120 months in prison after pleading guilty to distributing a controlled substance. Dec. 17, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud, Identity Theft Richard Harris of Florida pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Portland to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Member of the Lynn Chapter of the Trinitarios Pleads Guilty to Racketeering Conspiracy James Jimenez, a member of the Lynn Chapter of the Trinitarios, pleaded guilty to racketeering charges, including his participation in two murders and one attempted murder. Dec. 16, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Medical Software Company Agrees to Pay $500,000 to Resolve Allegations of Causing Medically Unnecessary Breast Cancer Screening Claims PenRad Technologies, Inc. (PenRad), a software company headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, has agreed to pay $529,069 to resolve allegations that it violated the False Claims Act. Dec. 15, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Technology Company Executives Charged with Defrauding Boston Private Equity Firm of $20 Million The former Chief Executive Officer and Senior Vice President of Mozaic Payment System, Inc. have been charged with defrauding a Boston-based investment firm. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former New York Doctor Sentenced for Receiving Kickbacks A New York doctor has been sentenced in federal court in Boston for receiving kickbacks in exchange for ordering medically unnecessary brain scans. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New York Developer Charged with Defrauding Pandemic Relief Loan Programs of More Than $8 Million David Ebrahimzadeh, a New York real estate developer and investor, has been charged in connection with a scheme to defraud pandemic relief programs in 2020 and 2021. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Dominican National Sentenced for Dealing Fentanyl A Dominican national unlawfully residing in Lawrence has been sentenced in federal court in Boston on drug distribution charges. Dec. 12, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two Massachusetts Men Arrested for Drug Conspiracy Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with an alleged fentanyl distribution conspiracy. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Boston Teacher Pleads Guilty to Child Exploitation John Magee Gavin, a former science teacher at Josiah Quincy Upper School in Boston, pleaded guilty to coercing or enticing a minor. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Canton Man Sentenced for Multimillion-Dollar Health Care Fraud Scheme Krishna Gidwani of Canton, Massachusetts, has been sentenced in federal court in Boston in connection with a scheme to defraud Medicare. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Venezuelan National Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Commit Bank Theft A Venezuelan national pleaded guilty to conspiracy to steal funds from multiple Automatic Teller Machines (ATMs) in Jackson County, Mississippi. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Canton Municipal Utilities Commissioner and Former Canton City Engineer Sentenced to Seven and 12 Years Prison for Bribery Scheme Rudolph M. Warnock, Jr. and Cleveland Anderson were sentenced to 144 months and 84 months in federal prison, respectively, for their roles in a bribery scheme. Dec. 11, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New York Man Pleads Guilty to Mortgage Fraud and Maintaining an Illegal Marijuana Grow House Ken Yiu of New York man pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Bangor to submitting a false mortgage loan application and maintaining a marijuana-involved premises. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Brookline Man Arrested for Attempted Coercion and Enticement and Attempted Transfer of Obscene Material to a Minor William Kahn of Brookline has been arrested and charged for allegedly attempting to coerce and entice the transfer of obscene material to a minor. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Hinds County Man Sentenced for Two Counts of Attempted Production of Child Sex Abuse Material Joe Lewis, a resident of Hinds County, Mississippi, was sentenced to 292 months in federal prison for two counts of attempted production of child pornography. Dec. 10, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Cincinnati Highlights 2025 Accomplishments in Protecting Communities and Reducing Crime FBI Cincinnati on December 30 released a summary of key accomplishments highlighting the FBI’s efforts to protect communities and reduce crime in central and southern Ohio. Dec. 30, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Texas Man Charged with Providing Bomb Components and Funding to Individuals He Believed Were Involved with Foreign Terrorist Organization An alleged ISIS sympathizer has been federally charged with an international terrorism offense after providing bomb components and money to individuals he believed were acting on behalf of a designated foreign terrorist organization. Dec. 29, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Pair Accused of Sexually Abusing 13-Year-Old Boy Two Missouri men have been indicted and accused of the sexual abuse of a 13-year-old boy who they met online. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Utah Ringleader of COVID-19 Scheme Sentenced to Prison Halee Ann Mehlbauer of Tooele, Utah, was sentenced to 15 months’ imprisonment after she fraudulently obtained approximately $177,030 in COVID-19 Paycheck Protection Program Loans along with her codefendant, Timothy Lopez, which they did not qualify for. Lopez was sentenced to time served. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Wolf Point Man Appears on Murder Charges Anthony David Flynn pleaded not guilty to an indictment charging him with felony murder and arson. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Relentless Justice The Department of Justice on December 19 announced the results of Operation Relentless Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track, and arrest child sex predators. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Justice Department Announces Seizure of Stolen-Password Database Used in Bank Account Takeover Fraud The Justice Department has announced the seizure of a web domain and database used in furtherance of a scheme to target and defraud Americans. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Newark City Council Member Sentenced to 18 Months for Bribery, Kickback, and Tax Fraud Scheme; Co-Conspirator Sentenced to 25 Months Joseph A. McCallum Jr. was sentenced for participating in a scheme to obtain bribes and kickbacks and subscribing to a false personal tax return for 2018. Malik Frederick was sentenced for his role in the same scheme and for subscribing to a false personal tax return for 2017. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two Members of the Neighborhood Bloods Street Gang in Jersey Convicted of Murdering Pregnant Woman and Two Others The men were convicted of multiple charges stemming from the January 16, 2017, murder of three Jersey City residents, including a 25-year-old pregnant woman, Senior Counsel Philip Lamparello announced. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Albuquerque Man Faces Federal Firearms Charges after Threatening Deputies with Firearm During Traffic Stop Jason Baca is charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition, assault on a federal officer, and brandishing a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. Dec. 29, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Inmate Serving Life Sentence Captured in Broward County after Escape from Georgia Jail A federal inmate serving a life sentence for carjacking, kidnapping, and robbing multiple victims has been captured in Florida after escaping from a county jail in Georgia. Dec. 26, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Federal Charges in Killing of National Guardsman Sarah Beckstrom and Shooting of Guardsman Andrew Wolfe Rahmanullah Lakanwal was charged on December 24 with transporting a firearm in interstate commerce with the intent to commit an offense punishable by imprisonment for more than one year, and with transporting a stolen firearm in interstate commerce. He remains charged with first-degree murder while armed, assault with intent to kill while armed, and two counts of possession of a firearm during a crime of violence, in violation of the D.C. Code. Dec. 24, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New York Residents Sentenced for Aggravated Identity Theft, Conspiracy to Commit Bank Fraud, and Use of False Passports Officials announced the sentencing of four individuals for their involvement in an identity theft and bank fraud conspiracy scheme. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Chicago Woman Who Threw Incendiary Device onto Neighbors’ Porch Sentenced to Nearly Three Years in Prison on Federal Hate Crime Charge Ana M. Hernandez admitted in a plea agreement that she threw the device onto the porch because the victims who resided there were of Venezuelan origin, and she wanted to convince them to leave the residence. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News TIGO Guatemala Paid over $118M to Resolve Foreign Bribery Investigation TIGO Guatemala paid over $118 million to resolve an investigation by the Justice Department into a long-running scheme to bribe government officials in Guatemala. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Port Richey Man Pleads Guilty to Interstate Threats to Kill Federal Officials Benjamin Rubin faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Grand Jury Charges Four Members of Anti-Government Group with Terrorism Felonies Stemming from New Year’s Eve Bombing Plot A federal grand jury returned a six-count indictment against four members of the group, which allegedly plotted to set off bombs in Southern California on New Year’s Eve, charging them with additional, terrorism-related felonies. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News District of Arizona Charges over 1,100 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct During the Government Shutdown The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 1,196 people during the weeks of enforcement operations from September 27 through November 7. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Sewerage & Water Board Special Agent Sentenced for Multiple Fraud Schemes A New Orleans resident has been sentenced for charges related to her involvement in fraud schemes while employed as a Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans senior special agent, a position that tasked her with investigating the alleged misconduct of other board employees. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Relentless Justice

The Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Relentless Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track, and arrest child sex predators. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Grand Jury Indicts Members and Associates of Violent Chicago Street Gang for Racketeering Conspiracy Involving 13 Murders A federal grand jury has indicted six alleged members and associates of a Chicago street gang for participating in a criminal organization that murdered rivals, committed armed robberies and carjackings, and violently protected their perceived territory on the South Side of Chicago. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News California Man Sentenced to 72 Months for Cyberstalking and Threats to Injure Robert B. McDougal pleaded guilty on March 24. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Jury Convicts Chinese National for Role in Unlicensed Firearms Dealing and Unlawfully Possessing a Firearm Jincheng Shi faces up to 15 years in federal prison. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Kissimmee Police Officer Sentenced to Seven Years in Federal Prison for Receiving Child Sexual Abuse Material A federal jury found Dariel Javier Quiles-Davila guilty on August 22. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Kansas City Provides Final Update on 2025 Successes The FBI on December 30 is releasing information on its efforts to combat crime in the 2025 calendar year. FBI Kansas City Special Agent in Charge Stephen Cyrus is providing the following statement for attribution. Dec. 30, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two Americans Plead Guilty to Targeting Multiple U.S. Victims Using ALPHV BlackCat Ransomware A federal district court in the Southern District of Florida on December 29 accepted the guilty pleas of two men to conspiring to obstruct, delay, or affect commerce through extortion in connection with ransomware attacks occurring in 2023. Dec. 30, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Nashville Field Office: 2025 Investigative and Intelligence Successes In this statement for attribution, FBI Nashville Special Agent in Charge Joseph E. Carrico reflects on the Nashville Field Office's past year in operational successes. Dec. 30, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Relentless Justice

The Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Relentless Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track, and arrest child sex predators. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Transient Man Sentenced to Life for Kidnapping, Beating, and Sexually Assaulting an Elderly Woman Elga Eugene Harper was convicted of kidnapping in Indian Country; aggravated sexual abuse by force and threat in Indian Country; assault with a dangerous weapon with intent to do bodily harm in Indian Country; and assault resulting in serious bodily injury in Indian Country. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Bookkeeper of Local Business Indicted on Wire and Mail Fraud Charges A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging the bookkeeper for a Bristol, Virginia-based business with several counts of mail fraud and wire fraud after she allegedly stole more than $200,000 from the business to pay her bills and buy more than 400 items from Amazon. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Thompson Man Sentenced to 72 Months in Prison for Trafficking in Stolen Human Remains Jeremy Pauley has been sentenced to 72 months in prison for conspiracy and interstate transportation of stolen property, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Bucks County Man Pleads Guilty to Child Sexual Abuse Material Offenses Richard Adamsky was indicted in September 2025 for knowingly receiving a visual depiction of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct on or about June 15, 2024. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Rocky Mount Truck Driver Charged Federally after December 26 Bank Robbery and Shootout with Arresting Officers Willie Edward Mcgee Jr. has been charged with bank robbery and discharging a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence. Dec. 28, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Former Bank Executive, Edward Gene Smith, Charged with Committing Multiple Sex Crimes, Child Sexual Abuse Material Offenses, and Obstruction of Justice Smith's trial is scheduled to begin on February 23, 2026. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Investment Manager Extradited Back to the United States to Face Securities Fraud Charges The charges in the Indictment arise from an alleged scheme by Matthew Melton to raise millions of dollars in investor money by falsely representing that his investment fund was investing in futures contracts using a proprietary trading algorithm. Dec. 23, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News New Hampshire Man Sentenced to 120 Months after Leading Members of the U.S. Marshals Service on a High-Speed Chase and Discharging a Firearm Douglas Reynolds previously pleaded guilty to discharging a firearm in furtherance of a crime of violence, specifically assaulting federal law enforcement using a deadly weapon. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Cholo Abdi Abdullah Sentenced to Life in Prison for Conspiring to Commit 9/11-Style Terrorist Attack on Behalf of al-Shabab Cholo Abdi Abdullah was sentenced to life in prison after his conviction for multiple crimes that included conspiring to provide—and providing—material support to a foreign terrorist organization, and conspiring to murder U.S. nationals, commit aircraft piracy, destroy aircraft, and commit acts of terrorism transcending national boundaries. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News USDA Employee Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Multimillion-Dollar Food Stamp Fraud and Bribery Scheme Arlasa Davis was sentenced to two years in prison for her role in a sprawling fraud and bribery scheme that generated over $66 million in unauthorized transactions under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program—colloquially known as food stamps. Dec. 22, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Detroit Field Office Reports 2025 Public Safety and National Security Results The FBI Detroit Field Office reported significant public safety, national security, and victim-support outcomes in 2025, reflecting a yearlong focus on violent-crime reduction, threat prevention, and accountability. Dec. 30, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Captured International Fugitive Michelle Angelica Pineda, a.k.a. 'La Chely,' Sentenced to 50 Years in Mexican Prison Michelle Angelica Pineda (also known as 'La Chely'), who was arrested by FBI El Paso and U.S. Border Patrol agents in 2024, was sentenced to 50 years in Mexican prison. Dec. 30, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Disrupts Alleged New Year’s Eve Attack, Man Charged with Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIS The criminal complaint was filed on Dec. 31, 2025, and was unsealed on January 2 after Christian Sturdivant of Mint Hill, North Carolina, appeared in federal court in Charlotte, North Carolina. Jan. 2, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI and Milwaukee Police Ask for Public’s Assistance in Unsolved Murder FBI Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Police Department (MPD) are seeking the public’s help in identifying the person(s) responsible for fatally shooting a 12-year-old girl in the summer of 2025. Jan. 2, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Apopka Woman Indicted for Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud by Defrauding Elderly Victim by Phone and Email A federal grand jury indicted Xin Liu, charging her with conspiracy to commit wire fraud. Dec. 31, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Ecuadorian National Charged with Child Exploitation Offenses Jose Israel Tenesaca Mejia, a citizen of Ecuador residing in West Haven, Connecticut, has been charged with federal child exploitation offenses. Dec. 31, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Two Hilo-Area Men Arrested for Yearslong Operation to Transport and Distribute Illegal Fireworks on Big Island Darrel Goo and Cy Tamura were arrested and charged by criminal complaint with multiple fireworks-related criminal offenses. Goo was also charged with being a felon in possession of firearms and ammunition. Dec. 30, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News Final Weeks of 2025 Bring Another 401 Individuals Facing Charges in Border Security-Related Matters A total of 399 cases have been filed related to border enforcement efforts in the Southern District of Texas from December 19 to January 2. Jan. 5, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Indianapolis Field Office Reports Significant Increase in Arrests and Major Public Safety Impacts in 2025 The FBI Indianapolis Field Office announced that in calendar year 2025, the office delivered historic results across criminal, national security, and counterintelligence programs. Jan. 5, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Fraud Conspiracy for Alleged $4.8 Million in Unfinished Custom Home Projects A Fort Worth business owner who received nearly $5 million from local customers for unfinished custom home building and remodeling projects pleaded guilty to wire fraud. Dec. 31, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Columbia Man Arraigned Following Hate Crime Indictment Jonathan Andrew Felkel was indicted by a federal grand jury with violating the housing rights of his neighbor, and for using a firearm in the commission of a crime of violence. Dec. 30, 2025 Full Article FBI in the News Alleged ISIS Sympathizer Who Attempted to Provide Bomb Materials Federally Charged with International Terrorism Offense An alleged ISIS sympathizer has been federally charged with an international terrorism offense after providing bomb components and money to individuals he believed were terrorists. Dec. 29, 2025 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Washington Field Office Announces Thennie Freeman as Recipient of a 2024 FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award The award recognizes Washington, D.C., Department of Parks and Recreation Director Thennie Freeman’s work with the Washington Field Office's community outreach team to mitigate youth crime and violence in the District of Columbia. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Natrona Heights Felon Charged with Unlawful Possession of Firearms and Ammunition A resident of Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on a charge of violating a federal firearms law. Jan. 5, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Massachusetts Men Sentenced to 60 Months for Possession of Firearms in Furtherance of Drug Trafficking Geison Reynoso was sentenced to a term of 60 months’ imprisonment to be followed by a 3-year term of supervised release. Dec. 31, 2025 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Houston 2025 Year in Review The men and women of FBI Houston steadfastly protected communities along the Texas Gulf Coast throughout 2025. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News District of Arizona Charges 135 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct This Week During the week of enforcement operations from December 27, 2025, through January 2, 2026, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 135 individuals. Jan. 5, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Cuban National Charged with Assaulting Federal Officers with a Dangerous Weapon Juan Carlos Rodriguez Romero has been charged by indictment with two counts of assault on a federal officer with a dangerous weapon and one count of assault on a federal officer. Jan. 5, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Dallas Man Sentenced for Violent Convenience Store Robberies A Dallas man has been sentenced to federal prison for a violent crime spree in the Eastern District of Texas. Jan. 5, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Omaha Highlights 2025 Accomplishments The FBI Omaha Field Office highlighted key accomplishments of 2025 to emphasize the FBI’s commitment to reducing violent crime, defending the homeland, and remaining accountable to the American people. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Honors the Nebraska Farm Bureau with National Award FBI Omaha Special Agent in Charge Eugene Kowel on December 9, 2025, presented the Nebraska Farm Bureau with the FBI Director’s Community Leadership Award for its service to the people of Nebraska. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article

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Sacramento in the News Placer County Doctor Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison for Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material Khursheed Haider, 50, of Roseville, was sentenced to nine years in prison for the distribution of child sexual abuse material. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Lakanwal Newly Indicted in Shooting of Guardsmen Near White House that Killed Sarah Beckstrom An Indictment was unsealed charging Rahmanullah Lakanwal, 29, with an array of offenses in the ambush-style shooting near the White House on November 26. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Newark in the News Mexican National Admits to Cocaine Distribution and Illegal Firearm Possession Hector Riano-Corcuera, a Mexican national, admitted to the distribution of controlled substances and illegal firearm possession. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Newark in the News Hunterdon County Man Indicted on Possession of Videos and Images of Child Sexual Abuse David Tuytjens, 70, of Hunterdon County, was arraigned after being indicted on a charge of possessing videos and images of child sexual abuse. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Honolulu in the News Kauai Woman Sentenced to 36 Months for Drug Trafficking Trish Leila Henderson, 46, of Kauai, was sentenced to 36 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to possessing with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Martin County Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and Money Laundering Chason Reed Peck of Palm City has pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and three counts of money laundering. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article

Pittsburgh in the News Beckley Man Sentenced to Prison for Role in Drug Trafficking Organization Mark Anderson Staples, 53, of Beckley, was sentenced for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine base, also known as crack. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Honolulu in the News Waipahu Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison for Paying Adults to Sexually Abuse Children During Livestreamed Internet Videos Robert Silva, 52, of Waipahu, Hawaii, was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison (the statutory maximum) for producing child pornography. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article

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FBI New Orleans, Tulane University, and the Louisiana Chapter of the FBI National Academy Announce the 2026 Future Law Enforcement Youth Academy FBI New Orleans and partners are proud to announce the fourth annual Future Law Enforcement Youth Academy (FLEYA). Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article

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St. Louis County Man Sentenced to 151 Months in Prison on Child Sex-Related Charges A former paramedic/firefighter from St. Louis County was sentenced to 151 months in prison on child sex-related charges. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article

Tampa in the News Martin County Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and Money Laundering Chason Reed Peck of Palm City has pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and three counts of money laundering. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article

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St. Louis County Man Admits Killing Two Women and an Unborn Child A St. Louis County man admitted shooting four teens in St. Louis in 2023, killing two and causing the death of one woman’s unborn child. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article

Albuquerque in the News Cubero Man Charged in Fatal Shooting A Cubero, New Mexico, man is facing federal charges in connection with the fatal shooting of another tribal member during a confrontation at a cemetery. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Former St. Augustine Eighth Grade Teacher Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Attempting to Entice and Use a 14-Year-Old Child to Produce a Sexual Abuse Video Matthew Christopher Yates was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for attempting to entice and use a child to engage in sexually explicit conduct. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News FBI Media Alert: FBI Offers Reward for Information Regarding a Bank Robbery on Albuquerque’s West Side The FBI and Albuquerque Police Department are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who robbed the Bank of America at 2601 Coors Blvd NW, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Monday, December 29, 2025. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article

Houston in the News Houston Man Sentenced for Role in Immigration Scheme Jesus Carlos Silva has been ordered to federal prison for conspiring to commit mail and wire fraud and stealing nearly $1.5 million. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Detroit Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Crime Darnell Marice McCarver pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting the distribution of 50 grams or more of a methamphetamine mixture. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Mexican Citizen Pleads Guilty to Production of Child Pornography Victor Francisco Lucas, a citizen of Vera Cruz, Mexico, pleaded guilty to production of child pornography. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Grand Jury Indicts Arkansas Man for Production of Child Pornography and Enticing a Minor Brayden Storey was charged with two counts of production and attempted production of child pornography. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Huntington Man Sentenced to Prison for Federal Drug Crime Dyson Lamont Woody Jr. was sentenced to over six years in prison for distribution of a quantity of a mixture and substance containing methamphetamine. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article

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Sacramento in the News Tracy Man Sentenced to Over Seven Years in Prison for His Role in Murder-for-Hire Plot Shaminderjit Singh Sandhu was sentenced to seven- and one-half years in prison for conspiring to use interstate commerce facilities in the commission of murder-for-hire. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Louisville in the News Louisville Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Methamphetamine and Firearms Offenses A Jefferson County, Kentucky, man was sentenced to 25 years in federal prison after being convicted of multiple drug and firearm offenses. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Tallahassee Man Charged with Transportation and Possession of Child Pornography Cedrick Campbell has been indicted in federal court on one count of transportation of child pornography and one count of possession/access with intent to view child pornography. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article San Antonio in the News Western District of Texas Prosecutors File More Than 730 New Immigration Cases Over Three Weeks Federal prosecutors in the district filed 735 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from December 19, 2025, to January 8, 2026. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Chicago in the News Federal Indictment Charges Foreign National with Illegally Possessing Firearm in Chicago; Gun Used to Fire Shots Near Border Patrol Agents During Operation Midway Blitz A foreign national has been indicted on federal firearm charges for allegedly illegally possessing a loaded handgun in Chicago last year. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Billings in the News Previous Sex Offender Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison for Attempted Coercion and Child Pornography A previous sex offender from Billings who attempted to obtain nude photos from a person he thought was 12 years old was sentenced to 324 months in prison. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Key Member of Chinese Money Laundering Network Charged with Laundering Tens of Millions of Dollars in Drug Proceeds Yan Lin of California appeared in federal court in Cincinnati on charges of conspiracy to launder tens of millions of dollars derived from drug trafficking proceeds. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Getaway Driver Charged in Jewelry Store Robbery Ivel Sanchez Rivera of Hialeah was charged with conspiracy and interference with commerce by robbery and use and brandishing of a firearm during a crime of violence. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Oklahoma Medical Supply Company Owner Indicted for $30 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme An indictment was unsealed charging an Oklahoma chiropractor for his role in a conspiracy to submit fraudulent claims to multiple federal health care programs. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Baltimore in the News MS-13 Clique Leader Indicted in Connection with Racketeering Conspiracy Involving Four Murders and Two Attempted Murders in Baltimore A superseding indictment charges two additional members of the CLS clique of MS-13 in Baltimore in connection with a RICO Act Conspiracy. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Dallas in the News Drug Trafficker Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Hundreds of Kilograms on Behalf of Foreign Terrorist Organization A drug trafficker was sentenced to more than 11 years in federal prison for distributing hundreds of kilograms of methamphetamine and other narcotics. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Birmingham in the News Birmingham Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Carjacking and Kidnapping Dearrius Dontrell Pace, 31, of Birmingham, has been sentenced to 240 months in prison for carjacking and kidnapping. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Newark in the News New Jersey Doctor Charged in 58-Count Indictment with Distributing Opioids in Exchange for Sexual Favors and Defrauding New Jersey Medicaid A New Jersey doctor was charged in a 58-count indictment with distributing opioids without a legitimate medical purpose, along with other related crimes. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Newark in the News New Jersey Man Sentenced for Promoting Child Sexual Abuse Material A New Jersey man was sentenced to 14 years in prison and 15 years of supervised release for promoting child sexual abuse material on the dark web. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article

Kansas City in the News Outlaw Motorcycle Gang Member Pleaded Guilty for Armed Assault Against Rival A member of the Los Valerosos Motorcycle Gang, a support club for the Pagan’s Motorcycle Gang, pleaded guilty for his involvement in an armed assault. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article

Phoenix in the News District of Arizona Charges 112 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct This Week During the week of enforcement operations from January 3 through January 9, 2026, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 112 individuals. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News Former U.S. Navy Sailor Sentenced to 200 Months for Spying for China Jinchao Wei, also known as Patrick Wei, was arrested in August 2023 on espionage charges as he arrived for work on the amphibious assault ship U.S.S. Essex at Naval Base San Diego, the homeport of the Pacific Fleet. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Mississippi Man Arrested for Arson of Beth Israel and the Goldring/Woldenberg Institute of Southern Jewish Life A Mississippi man was arrested for charges related to his alleged arson of Beth Israel Congregation and the Goldring/Woldenberg Institute. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article

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FBI in the News South Carolina Laboratory Pleads Guilty and Agrees to Pay At Least $6.8 Million to Settle Allegations of Kickbacks to Doctors Clinical laboratory LTD Holding LLC and its founder and CEO have agreed to pay at least $6.8 million to the United States to resolve False Claims Act allegations. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article

Jacksonville in the News Palm Valley Academy Wins FBI Safe Online Surfing Challenge Award FBI Jacksonville congratulates Palm Valley Academy on winning the FBI Safe Online Surfing Program for the month of November 2025 in the Sharks category. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Former Tallahassee Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Child Exploitation Crimes Gabriel Michael Stoelzel was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for attempting to entice or persuade a minor to engage in sexual activity and related crimes. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Operator of Sober Homes Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Fraud Schemes Involving Sober Home Client, Sober Homes Mortgages, Mass Save Program and COVID-19 Business Loans The operator of numerous sober homes in Massachusetts was sentenced in federal court in Boston for his involvement in four different fraud schemes. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Former Executive From Marlborough Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Defraud the IRS and Obstruction of Justice A former accounting and real estate executive in Sudbury pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to a multi-year scheme to cheat the Internal Revenue Service. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Washington Field in the News Former Metropolitan Police Department Officer Sentenced to 27 Years for Sex Trafficking Minors Linwood Barnhill, 59, a registered sex offender, was sentenced to 27 years in prison in connection with recruiting minor girls to engage in commercial sex. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article New Haven in the News Indictment Charges Naugatuck Man with Multiple Child Exploitation Offenses A federal grand jury in Bridgeport has returned a 15-count indictment charging Sean Sayer, 22, of Naugatuck, with child exploitation offenses. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Phoenix in the News Tribal Police Officer Charged with Sexually Abusing Three Victims While on Duty: FBI Seeks Additional Victims A White Mountain Apache Tribal Police officer was arrested in Canyon Day on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation for sexual abuse and kidnapping charges. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article

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Massachusetts Man Sentenced to Prison for Conspiring to Create and Distribute Animal Torture Videos Garrett Fitzgerald, of Scituate, Massachusetts, was sentenced in connection with his involvement with online groups dedicated to creating and distributing videos depicting acts of extreme violence and sexual abuse against animals. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Massachusetts Man Sentenced for Knowingly Concealing the Source of Material Support or Resources to ISIS Mateo Ventura, 21, of Wakefield, Massachusetts, was sentenced in federal court in Boston for knowingly concealing the source of material support or resources intended for ISIS. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News H Block Gang Associate Pleads Guilty to Drug Conspiracy An associate of the violent Boston-based gang, H-Block, pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to drug conspiracy charges. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Columbia in the News West Columbia Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Federal Prison for Child Exploitation Offenses Stephen Todd Greene has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to engaging in illicit sexual conduct in foreign places. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article New Haven in the News Guatemalan National with Negligent Homicide Conviction Sentenced for Illegally Reentering U.S., Attempting to Engage in Sex with Minor Rafael Vincente Vincente was sentenced for illegally reentering the U.S. after being deported, and attempting to engage in sex with a minor. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Orange County Judge Agrees to Plead Guilty to Knowingly Paying Convicted Doctor to Work on Workers’ Comp Cases Despite Suspension An Orange County Superior Court judge was federally charged with defrauding California’s workers’ compensation program. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Illinois Man Charged in Snapchat Hacking Investigation Kyle Svara, 26, of Oswego, Illinois, has been charged with phishing the Snapchat access codes of nearly 600 women in an effort to hack their Snapchat accounts and steal nude photos. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Miami in the News Two Health Care Executives Convicted for Exploiting Elderly Medicare Advantage Beneficiaries in $34 Million Fraud Scheme A jury convicted two health care executives for their roles in a scheme that resulted in the submission of $34 million in false claims to Medicare plans. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Sports Agent Indicted for Embezzling Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars from Clients United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announces the unsealing of an indictment charging Lucas Mirtl, 42, of Prosper, Texas, with four counts of wire fraud. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Utah Man Sentenced in Making Threats Against Palestinian Rights Organization Kevin Brent Buchanan was sentenced to six months in prison in connection with threatening violence against the employees of a Palestinian rights organization. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Denver in the News Denver Bank Robber Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison Simon Meza of Denver was sentenced to 300 months in federal prison after being convicted at trial in September 2025 on two counts of bank robbery. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Phoenix in the News Tuba City Man Sentenced to 23 Years in Prison for Second-Degree Murder Brandon Hyden of Tuba City was sentenced for second-degree murder, and assault with a dangerous weapon, to be served concurrently. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Brian Cole Jr. Charged in Indictment in Planting Explosive Devices Outside the RNC and DNC on January 5, 2021. Brian J. Cole, Jr., of Woodbridge, Virginia, was charged in the planting of two improvised explosive devices at the headquarters of the RNC and DNC in Washington D.C. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Jury Convicts Seven Defendants in 2023 Carjacking Spree Multiple individuals were found guilty on charges pertaining to three armed carjackings on February 27, 2023, April 27, 2023, and May 16, 2023. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article

Atlanta in the News Multi-State ATM 'Jackpotting' Ring Busted in Middle District of Georgia A group of Venezuelan nationals involved in a series of ATM jackpotting thefts across Georgia and additional states have pleaded guilty to federal charges. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article

Cleveland in the News Ohio Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Thousands of Child Sex Abuse Files A 52-year-old Lorain County man who trafficked a high-volume of child sexual abuse material (CSAM) has been sentenced to prison. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article

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St. Amant Man Charged with Interstate Transmission of Extortionate Communication, Coercion and Enticement of a Minor, Production of Child Pornography, and Possession of Child Pornography Dakota Hudson of St. Amant was charged with interstate transmission of extortionate communication, coercion and enticement of a minor, and related crimes. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Taos Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Brutal 2019 Double Homicide Joshua Gonzales, 39, of Taos, was sentenced to life in prison for the June 2019 killings of two members of the Taos Pueblo. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Former U.S. Navy SEAL Convicted of Transporting Explosives to Throw at Law Enforcement at California Protests Gregory Vandenberg, a former U.S. Navy SEAL, was convicted of intending to use explosives against law enforcement officers at the 'No Kings Day' protests in California. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Wanted by the FBI: Bonifacio Francisco Silva The FBI is seeking information from the public. Bonifacio Francisco Silva is wanted for his alleged involvement in the shooting death of a male victim. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Wakulla County Man Arrested and Charged with Attempting to Entice a Minor to Engage in Sexual Activity Richard Lynn Simmons, Jr., of Sopchoppy, has been arrested and charged with using his cellphone and the internet to attempt to entice an 11-year-old child to engage in sexual activity. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Atlanta in the News Georgia Inmates Found Guilty in Nationwide Jury-Duty Call Scheme Two Georgia inmates involved in a nationwide call scheme exhorting unsuspecting citizens to pay off fines to avoid arrest and prosecution were found guilty. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Atlanta in the News Armed Illegal Alien Sentenced for Operating Atlanta Area Methamphetamine Laboratories Ramiro Contreras-Sandoval will serve a 30-year prison sentence following his convictions for operating two conversion laboratories containing over 135 kilograms of liquid methamphetamine. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Atlanta in the News Fifteen-Time Violent Felon Sentenced to Federal Prison for Firearm Possession Quartez Rashad Goodman, a multi-convicted felon and domestic abuser who robbed two women at gunpoint, has been sentenced to federal prison for unlawfully possessing a firearm. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Atlanta in the News Social Media Agitator Pleads Guilty to Threatening to Harm Federal Agent’s Wife Anthony Noto pleaded guilty to knowingly transmitting a threat to injure the wife of a federal deportation officer. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article

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Jacksonville in the News Partners in Prevention: FBI Jacksonville and Duval County Public Schools Team Up to Help Parents Recognize Social Media Pitfalls in "Be Smart Online" Event FBI Jacksonville, Duval County Public Schools, and Duval County School Police partnered to help local parents, guardians, and students better understand the risks of social media use and the long-term consequences of unsafe online behavior. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article

Springfield in the News Georgia Man Sentenced to 70 Months in Federal Prison for Leading $90,000+ Bank Fraud, Identity Theft Scheme in Downstate Illinois A district judge sentenced Traveon H. Reese of Atlanta, Georgia, to 70 months in federal prison after he admitted to leading a check cashing conspiracy. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article

Louisville in the News Harlan County Man Sentenced to 60 Years for Production of Child Pornography Brandon Farley, 42, was sentenced to 60 years in prison, following his previous conviction of two counts of production of child pornography. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Milford Man Sentenced to Time Served Douglas Thrams, 24 years old, of Milford, Indiana, was sentenced after pleading guilty to making interstate communication with a threat to injure. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Possession of Child Pornography Lands Warr Acres Man in Federal Prison for a Decade Brendon Shea Cooper of Warr Acres has been sentenced to 120 months in prison for possession of and access with intent to view material containing child pornography. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News January Federal Grand Jury 2025-A Indictments Announced United States Attorney Clint Johnson announced the results of the January Federal Grand Jury 2025-A Indictments. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Former Richmond City Employees Federal Credit Union CEO Sentenced to Two Years in Federal Prison for Bank Fraud Daniel Johnson of Centerville has been sentenced to two years in federal prison after pleading guilty to two counts of bank fraud. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article

Portland in the News Justice Department Announces Charges Against Illegal Alien, Known Tren de Aragua Associate, for Violent Attack on Border Patrol Agents in Portland, Oregon Luis Nino-Moncada, an illegal alien and known Tren de Aragua associate living in the Portland, Oregon, area was charged for violently striking a federal law enforcement vehicle. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Billings in the News Billings Woman Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Prison on Methamphetamine Charges Raven Michelle Volkomener of Billings, who trafficked methamphetamine, was sentenced to 136 months in prison to be followed by five years of supervised release. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Men Charged by Superseding Indictment with Robberies Targeting Armored Trucks Dante Shackleford and Mujahid Davis were charged in connection with multiple robberies and attempted robberies last year that targeted armored trucks. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Jury Finds Jenks Man Guilty of Assault After Breaking Girlfriend’s Leg in Three Places A federal jury convicted a Jenks man of assault resulting in serious bodily injury in Indian Country after breaking his girlfriend's shin and ankle. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Baltimore in the News Baltimore Man Sentenced for Obtaining and Using Vulnerable Victims’ Personal Information in Unemployment Insurance Claims Fraud Scheme Duane Watts, 46, of Baltimore, Maryland, has been sentenced to 54 months in prison for participating in an unemployment insurance fraud scheme. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison for Violent Home Invasion Robberies Targeting Business Owners and Employees Abdullah Hartage, 28, was sentenced to 18 years in prison for two violent home invasion robberies targeting business owners and employees. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article Billings in the News North Carolina Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Trafficking Fentanyl on College Campus Joel Hadley, III, 23, of North Carolina, who distributed fentanyl at MSU Northern, was sentenced to 60 months in prison. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Kansas City in the News Chinese National Charged with Unlawfully Photographing Air Force Base and Vital Military Equipment Qilin Wu, 35, a Chinese national who illegally entered the U.S., has been charged with taking photographs of a vital military installation and military equipment without authorization. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article St. Louis in the News Georgia Man Sentenced to 200 Months in Prison for Crimes Involving Missouri Teen Carlan Travis Penney Jr., of Georgia, has been sentenced to 200 months in prison for committing sex crimes with a 15-year-old Missouri girl. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article New Orleans in the News Mexican National Charged with Assaulting Federal Officers Evodio Merida-Tavera, age 42, a Mexican national who is present in the United States without authorization, was charged with assaulting federal officers. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Cleveland in the News Previously Convicted Felon Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison for Trafficking Fentanyl and Cocaine and for Violating Parole Deion Thompson, 39, of Cleveland, has been sentenced to prison for his role in a drug trafficking conspiracy committed while he was out on release. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Charlotte in the News Charlotte Man Sentenced to Prison for Ponzi Scheme Wynn A.D. Charlebois, 55, of Charlotte, was sentenced to six years in prison for orchestrating a Ponzi scheme that caused millions of dollars in losses. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Charlotte in the News Member of Drug Trafficking Organization Known as 'Getting Money Brothers' Found Guilty by Federal Jury Kareem Hicks, 45, and a member of a drug trafficking organization (DTO) known as 'Getting Money Brothers' (GMB), has been convicted of possession with intent to distribute cocaine. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Billings in the News Bigfork Man Sentenced to Over Three Years in Prison for Cyberstalking Jeremiah Daniel Starr, 25, of Bigfork, who threatened and harassed his victim through text messages, was sentenced to 46 months in prison. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Forest Lake Man Indicted for Production of Child Pornography Damien William Quinn of Forest Lake, Minnesota, was arraigned on an indictment charging four counts of production of child pornography and related crimes. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Belmont Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Possessing Child Pornography John Haynes, 28, of Belmont, was sentenced in Bangor to 120 months in prison for three counts of possessing child pornography. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Portland in the News Zadeh Kicks Owner Sentenced to Federal Prison for $80 Million Wire Fraud and Bank Fraud Conspiracy The former owner of Zadeh Kicks LLC, a now-defunct Oregon corporation that sold sneakers online, was sentenced for his role in a vast fraud conspiracy. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Jackson in the News Cleveland, Mississippi, Repeat Offender Sentenced for Cocaine Distribution Anthony Williams of Cleveland has been sentenced to 151 months in prison for distribution of cocaine. Jan. 5, 2026 Full Article

Dallas in the News FBI Dallas Offers Reward for Fugitive Accused of Assaulting Federal Officers Today the FBI Dallas Field Office announced it is offering a reward of up to $15,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of Jerson Lopez-Sanchez. He is wanted for allegedly assaulting federal officers. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article

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Five Ophthalmology Practices Agree to Pay Nearly $6 Million to Resolve Allegations of Fraudulent Claims to Medicare and Medicaid for Cranial Ultrasounds Five Florida ophthalmology practices have agreed to pay a total of nearly $6 million to resolve alleged violations of the False Claims Act. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article

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Crawford County Man Admits Grooming Minor Nathaniel Rod Gibson, 34, from Crawford County, Missouri, admitted to grooming and engaging in illegal sexual contact with a minor. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Seattle in the News Federal Way, Washington, Man Who Committed Kidnapping as Revenge for a Drug-Deal-Gone-Wrong, Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison Daniel Lopez, 25, of Federal Way, Washington, was sentenced to eight years in prison for using a firearm in a crime of violence. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article New Haven in the News Florida Man Admits Defrauding Zelle Users Kuttino Jamal Scott pleaded guilty to an offense stemming from his role in a scheme that defrauded individuals who use the electronic payments system Zelle. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Mobile in the News Federal Sentences Imposed in Montgomery Business Robbery Officials announced that two additional men have been sentenced in connection with the robbery of a Montgomery dry cleaning business. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Blawnox Resident Pleads Guilty to Sexual Exploitation of a Minor and is Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison James Muir, 60, a resident of Blawnox, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to violating federal laws regarding the sexual exploitation of a minor and has been sentenced. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article New Haven in the News Bridgeport Man Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Fentanyl Jimmy Arce of Bridgeport was sentenced to 60 months in prison and four years of supervised release for trafficking fentanyl in southwestern Connecticut. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article San Francisco in the News Four Bay Area Residents Charged in Fremont Jewelry Store Heist A federal grand jury has indicted four defendants in connection with the June 18, 2025, robbery of a jewelry store in Fremont. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Maryland Man Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Federal Prison for Leading Scheme in Which Doctors Were Impersonated to Obtain Narcotics A Maryland man was sentenced to 65 months in federal prison for leading a long-running scheme in which dozens of medical doctors’ personal information was stolen. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Leader of Inland Empire Street Gang Sentenced to Nine Years in Federal Prison for Ordering 2023 Kidnapping in Riverside A leader of a Riverside County-based street gang was sentenced to 108 months in federal prison for ordering the 2023 kidnapping of a woman. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article New Orleans in the News Cuban Man Guilty of Federal Controlled Substances Act Violations Yaidel Placido Salvador, age 39, a New Orleans resident, pleaded guilty to two counts of a superseding indictment charging him with drug crimes. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article New Orleans in the News El Salvadoran National Sentenced for Firearm Possession Edgar Yovani Perez-Gutierrez, 40, was sentenced after previously pleading guilty to being an illegal alien in possession of a firearm. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Seattle in the News Four Charged in Connection with Drug Distribution Scheme Involving Cocaine and Firearms Four people have been charged federally for a drug trafficking conspiracy involving more than 20 pounds of cocaine. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article St. Louis in the News Jefferson County Man Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison for Recording His Sexual Abuse of Two Minors Benjamin F. Sexton Jr., of Jefferson County, Missouri, who recorded his sexual abuse of two girls, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article San Francisco in the News Rohnert Park Man Indicted on Charges of Manufacturing and Selling Firearms to Gang Members A federal grand jury has indicted Jose Alfredo Perez on charges of unlicensed manufacturing and dealing of firearms as well as firearms trafficking. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Monroe County Man Convicted of Drug Distribution Resulting in Death Dimitris Smith, Jr., age 48, was convicted of distribution of fentanyl resulting in serious bodily injury and death. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News York County Man Sentenced to 72 Months’ Imprisonment for Child Pornography Offenses Michael Carbaugh of York County was sentenced to 72 months in prison for distribution of child pornography. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Dauphin County Man Convicted of Receiving and Possessing Child Pornography Dwayne Cavanaugh, age 56, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, was convicted following a three-day trial for receiving and possessing child pornography. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Birmingham in the News Convicted Sex Offender Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Child Pornography Benjamin Ross Norris, 44, of Pinson, has been sentenced to 240 months in prison for committing child sexual exploitation crimes. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Man Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison for Armed Carjacking of FedEx Truck, Drug and Gun Offenses Ronald Byrd of Philadelphia was sentenced to 22 years in prison and 10 years of supervised release for his role in the armed carjacking of a FedEx truck and related offenses. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Cleveland Invites Current High School Juniors to Apply to the Future Agents in Training Program FBI Cleveland reminds current high school juniors that there is still time to request an application for its upcoming Future Agents in Training Program. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Chicago Announces Capture of "Chicago Most Wanted" Fugitive Antonio Stigler FBI Chicago announces the arrest of Antonio Stigler, a subject of the Chicago Most Wanted fugitive list. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article

Tampa in the News Tampa Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Stealing More Than Half-a-Million Dollars in COVID Relief Funds Terrance Bradford was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for obtaining multiple fraudulent COVID relief loans. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Prison Time for Bank Burglars Involved in Multi-State ATM Heist Scheme Three individuals were sentenced to prison for conspiracy to commit burglaries, bank burglary, and bank larceny. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Omaha in the News Michigan Man Who Caused Plane to Make Emergency Landing in Cedar Rapids Sentenced to Over a Year in Prison A man who was flying from Omaha to Detroit who disrupted the flight, causing the plane to divert to Cedar Rapids and make an emergency landing, was sentenced. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Louisville in the News Federal Grand Jury Returns Two Indictments Charging Nine Individuals with Drug Trafficking Offenses A federal grand jury in Louisville returned two indictments charging nine Louisville residents and one Detroit, Michigan, resident with drug trafficking offenses. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Fentanyl, Heroin, and PCP Trafficker Sentenced to 13 ½ Years for Role in Massive Regional Narcotics Enterprise Wayne Glymph was sentenced for his role in a drug trafficking organization. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Honolulu in the News Oahu Man Sentenced to 6.5 Years in Prison for Trafficking Carfentanil and Possession of Ammunition Travis Kalani Hong-Ah Nee was sentenced to a total of 78 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to drug and firearm crimes. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Indianapolis Woman Charged with Threatening to Kill United States Representative Shayla Addison has been charged with two counts of influencing a federal official by threat. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Omaha in the News Dubuque Man Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Fentanyl A Dubuque man who possessed and distributed fentanyl was sentenced to five years in federal prison. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Omaha in the News Cedar Rapids Woman with Lengthy Criminal History Sentenced to More Than Six Years for Illegally Possessing a Stolen Gun A woman who illegally possessed a stolen gun after being convicted of a felony offense was sentenced to more than six years in federal prison. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Rapper ‘Taliban Glizzy’ Sentenced to 219 Months in Robberies of East Coast Jewelers That Netted His Crew Millions Trevor Jonathan Wright was sentenced to 219 months in federal prison for leading a series violent armed robberies of South Asian jewelry stores. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Omaha in the News Waterloo Domestic Abuser Who Possessed Firearms with High Capacity Magazines Sentenced to Federal Prison A convicted domestic abuser who possessed guns illegally was sentenced to two years in federal prison. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Attorney Sentenced to More Than Six Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material Benjamin Crawford was sentenced to six years and six months in federal prison, followed by 25 years of supervised release, for distributing child sexual abuse material. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Atlanta in the News Former SBA and IRS Employee Charged with Using Government Positions to Steal Millions from COVID Relief Programs Attallah Williams has been charged with a muti-year scheme to steal over $3.5 million from four separate COVID-19 emergency relief programs. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Chicago in the News Former Operations Manager for Suburban Chicago Medical Center Indicted in Alleged $900,000 Fraud Scheme A former operations manager for a suburban Chicago medical center has been indicted in connection with an alleged $900,000 fraud scheme. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Alejandro Rosales Castillo Captured in Mexico FBI Charlotte Special Agent in Charge James C. Barnacle Jr., and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department announced the capture of Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Alejandro “Alex” Rosales Castillo. Jan. 17, 2026 Full Article

Detroit in the News Macomb County Resident Sentenced for Multimillion-Dollar Pandemic Assistance Fraud Scheme A Macomb County resident was sentenced for her role in a multimillion-dollar Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) fraud scheme. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Lynn Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Conspiracy and Armed Robbery A Lynn man pleaded guilty to a years-long drug conspiracy and a January 2023 armed robbery of a drug distributor. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News New York Man Sentenced to Prison for Bank Fraud and Identity Theft in Connection with Stolen $810,000 Tax Refund Check A Yonkers, New York, man was sentenced in Boston for a scheme to steal an $810,000 tax refund. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article

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United States Files Forfeiture Action Against Two Anti-Submarine Warfare Crew Trainers En Route from South Africa to the Chinese Military The Justice Department filed a forfeiture complaint against two mission crew trainers (MCTs) that were interdicted in transit from the Test Flying Academy of South Africa (TFASA) to the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The MCTs are mobile classrooms intended to assist the PLA to train personnel on the use of airborne warning and control system and anti-submarine warfare aircraft. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Billings in the News Poplar Man Sentenced to Prison for Sexual Assault A Poplar man who sexually abused a minor on the Fort Peck Indian Reservation was sentenced to 40 months in prison. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Detroit in the News Detroit Man Sentenced to 102 Months in Federal Prison for Carjacking A Detroit man was sentenced to 102 months in federal prison following his convictions for carjacking and brandishing a firearm. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Biostatistician Charged with Insider Trading A New Jersey biostatistician was charged with allegedly earning more than $450,000 by trading on material non-public information. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Large-Scale Counterfeit Pill Manufacturer Pleads Guilty A Cambridge, Massachusetts, man pleaded guilty in connection with an ongoing investigation of counterfeit pills. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Billings in the News Hays Woman Pleads Guilty to Assault on Fort Belknap Indian Reservation A Hays woman accused of an assault on the Fort Belknap Indian Reservation pleaded guilty to one count of assault resulting in serious bodily injury. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Sacramento in the News Rancho Cordova Man Pleads Guilty to Production and Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material Daragh Finbar Hayes pleaded guilty to three counts of production of child sexual abuse material and one count of distribution of child sexual abuse material. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Sacramento in the News Previously Deported Man Sentenced for Misuse of a Social Security Number and Selling a Fraudulent California Driver’s License Javier Aguilera Rosas was sentenced to 15 months in prison for immigration and fraud schemes. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Founder of Casa Ruby Sentenced to 33 Months, Ordered to Repay $956,215 to SBA for Diversion of COVID-Relief Funds Ruby Jade Corado, the founder of Casa Ruby Inc., was sentenced to 33 months in prison in connection with diverting at least $150,000 in taxpayer-backed emergency COVID-relief funds to private offshore bank accounts for personal use. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News United States Attorney's Office Files Civil Forfeiture Action to Recover Proceeds of Cryptocurrency Investment Fraud Scheme The United States filed a civil forfeiture action to recover 200,000.039646 USDT (Tether), alleged to be proceeds of an online investment fraud scheme. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News New York Woman Pleads Guilty to Maintaining an Illegal Marijuana Grow House A New York woman pleaded to maintaining a marijuana-involved premises. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article

Salt Lake City in the News Southern Utah Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Wire Fraud That Cost Investors Millions of Dollars Brian Garry Sewell of Washington County was sentenced to 36 months in prison after he pleaded guilty to wire fraud that cost investors over $2.9 million. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Newark in the News Jordanian Man Admits Selling Unauthorized Access to Computer Networks of 50 Companies A Jordanian man who was residing in the Republic of Georgia admitted his role as an 'access broker' who sold unauthorized access to computer networks. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Houston in the News Southern District of Texas Launches Operation Lighthouse, a New Initiative to Combat Sexual Assault of Rideshare Passengers A new initiative has resulted in the return of four separate indictments against Houston-area men for kidnapping women while working as rideshare drivers. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Detroit Man Sentenced to Prison for Fentanyl Crime Eric Jaeshon Ray was sentenced for conspiracy to distribute 40 grams or more of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of fentanyl. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article San Antonio in the News Former Bastrop Correctional Officer Pleads Guilty to Bribery A former Bastrop federal correctional officer made his initial appearance in a federal court in Austin and pleaded guilty to one count of bribery. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Las Vegas in the News Former Nevada Resident Sentenced for Possession of Child Pornography Kurtis Lee Solomon, formerly of Fernley, Nevada, was sentenced to time served followed by 10 years of supervised release for possession of child pornography. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Venezuelan National Charged with Laundering Approximately a Billion Dollars in Illicit Funds A Venezuelan national has been charged by criminal complaint in the Eastern District of Virginia with conspiracy to launder money. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Richmond in the News Richmond Man Indicted for Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging Randon Alexander Sprinkle of Richmond with distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Utah Child Predator Sentenced to 180 Months in Prison Austin Riley Jensen of Hurricane was sentenced to 15 years in prison for producing and receiving child sexual abuse material involving a 15-year-old victim. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Houston in the News New Year, Same Commitment to Border Enforcement: Southern District Charges 201 Individuals The first full week of 2026 has resulted in 200 filed cases related to immigration and border security, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Las Vegas in the News Owyhee Man Sentenced for Witness Tampering An Owyhee man was sentenced to time served for tampering with a witness. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Southern Utah Man Sentenced for Damaging ICE Transit Van Ryan Michael Gaines, 32, of Santa Clara, Utah, was sentenced to 36 months’ probation for damaging an ICE Transit Van in April 2025. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article

Salt Lake City in the News Southern Utah Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Wire Fraud That Cost Investors Millions of Dollars Brian Garry Sewell of Washington County was sentenced to 36 months in prison after he pleaded guilty to wire fraud that cost investors over $2.9 million. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Newark in the News Jordanian Man Admits Selling Unauthorized Access to Computer Networks of 50 Companies A Jordanian man who was residing in the Republic of Georgia admitted his role as an 'access broker' who sold unauthorized access to computer networks. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Houston in the News Southern District of Texas Launches Operation Lighthouse, a New Initiative to Combat Sexual Assault of Rideshare Passengers A new initiative has resulted in the return of four separate indictments against Houston-area men for kidnapping women while working as rideshare drivers. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Detroit Man Sentenced to Prison for Fentanyl Crime Eric Jaeshon Ray was sentenced for conspiracy to distribute 40 grams or more of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of fentanyl. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article San Antonio in the News Former Bastrop Correctional Officer Pleads Guilty to Bribery A former Bastrop federal correctional officer made his initial appearance in a federal court in Austin and pleaded guilty to one count of bribery. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Las Vegas in the News Former Nevada Resident Sentenced for Possession of Child Pornography Kurtis Lee Solomon, formerly of Fernley, Nevada, was sentenced to time served followed by 10 years of supervised release for possession of child pornography. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Venezuelan National Charged with Laundering Approximately a Billion Dollars in Illicit Funds A Venezuelan national has been charged by criminal complaint in the Eastern District of Virginia with conspiracy to launder money. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Richmond in the News Richmond Man Indicted for Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging Randon Alexander Sprinkle of Richmond with distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Utah Child Predator Sentenced to 180 Months in Prison Austin Riley Jensen of Hurricane was sentenced to 15 years in prison for producing and receiving child sexual abuse material involving a 15-year-old victim. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Houston in the News New Year, Same Commitment to Border Enforcement: Southern District Charges 201 Individuals The first full week of 2026 has resulted in 200 filed cases related to immigration and border security, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Las Vegas in the News Owyhee Man Sentenced for Witness Tampering An Owyhee man was sentenced to time served for tampering with a witness. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Southern Utah Man Sentenced for Damaging ICE Transit Van Ryan Michael Gaines, 32, of Santa Clara, Utah, was sentenced to 36 months’ probation for damaging an ICE Transit Van in April 2025. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article

Dallas in the News Illegal Alien Indicted for Ramming Immigration Vehicle Causing Injury to Federal Agents in the Eastern District of Texas An illegal alien has been indicted and charged with injuring federal immigration agents in the Eastern District of Texas. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Twenty-Six People Charged in Alleged Bribery and Point-Shaving Scheme to Fix NCAA, CBA Men’s Basketball Games United States Attorney David Metcalf announced charges against 26 people in connection with an alleged bribery and point-shaving scheme. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Lackawanna County Man Sentenced to 48 Months’ Imprisonment for Conspiracy and Theft and Concealment of Major Artwork Joseph Atsus, age 51, of Covington Township, Pennsylvania, was sentenced for conspiracy, theft of major artwork, and concealment/disposal of major artwork. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Grand Jury Indicts Owners of Real Estate Investment Group, Closing & Title Company Employees in More Than $50 Million Bank Fraud Conspiracy A federal grand jury has indicted two Israeli real estate investment entrepreneurs, their company, and two other co-conspirators for allegedly double-pledging properties. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Kaiser Permanente Affiliates Pay $556 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Affiliates of Kaiser Permanente have agreed to pay $556 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article San Antonio in the News Prison Time for Health Care Employees in Multimillion-Dollar Adult Daycare Fraud Scheme A doctor and clinic employee have been sentenced following their convictions for receiving illegal kickbacks after ordering unnecessary lab tests and prescriptions. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Nashville in the News Shown White Sentenced to Over 24 Years for Carjacking Shown White, 45, of Clinton, Tennessee, was sentenced to 292 months’ imprisonment for carjacking. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Columbia in the News Goose Creek Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison for Thefts From Vulnerable Nursing Home Residents Courtney Jeanine Brown, 49, of Goose Creek, has been sentenced to nearly three years in federal prison for thefts from nursing home residents. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Twice Convicted Rhode Island Businessman Sentenced for Federal Tax Crimes William N. L’Europa, 60, of Cranston, previously twice convicted for federal tax charges, was sentenced in U.S. District Court for tax evasion. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article San Juan in the News Individual Indicted and Arrested for Carjacking Jeremy Ruiz-Rosario, 22, of Trujillo Alto, has been charged with two carjackings. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Court of Appeals Affirms 40-Year Prison Sentence for Convicted Sex Trafficker The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has affirmed the 40-year prison sentence imposed against a Cincinnati man convicted at trial of sex trafficking and exploiting two teenagers. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Local Man Sentenced to Nearly 22 Years in Prison for Exploiting Child Jonathan Travis Mackey of Loveland, Ohio, was sentenced in U.S. District Court to 262 months in prison and a lifetime of supervised release for sexually exploiting an 11-year-old. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article FBI HQ in the News Atlantic Biologicals Corporation Enters into Deferred Prosecution Agreement in Opioid Distribution Scheme Atlantic Biologicals, a pharmaceutical wholesaler based in Miami, has entered into a two-year deferred prosecution agreement with the Justice Department. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article New York in the News Former Corporate Executive Pleads Guilty to Multimillion-Dollar Insider Trading Scheme Paul Jorgensen pleaded guilty to committing securities fraud in connection with a multimillion-dollar scheme to trade in stock and options of Doximity based on inside information. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Nashville in the News Morristown Woman Pleads Guilty in the Deaths of Multiple Overdose Victims Ashlyn Jade Henry, 25, currently of Morristown, Tennessee, entered a guilty plea to one count of conspiracy to distribute a quantity of fentanyl and cocaine. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article Nashville in the News Federal Jury Finds Memphis Physician Guilty of Adulterated and Misbranded Medical Devices and Health Care Fraud Memphis physician Sanjeev Kumar was found guilty of 18 counts of adulteration of medical devices, 16 counts of misbranding medical devices, and six counts of health care fraud. Jan. 8, 2026 Full Article New York in the News Bronx Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Trafficking Semiautomatic Rifles and 800 Rounds of Ammunition Hassan Hubbard of the Bronx was sentenced to 10 years in prison for trafficking firearms. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Dallas in the News Angelina County Man Sentenced for $9 Million Fraud Scheme Matthew Jess Thrash of Lufkin has been sentenced for federal violations related to a fraud scheme in the Eastern District of Texas. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article

Norfolk in the News FBI Norfolk Announces Resolution of 1986 Colonial Parkway Murders of Cathleen Thomas and Rebecca Dowski The FBI Norfolk Field Office, in coordination with our law enforcement partners, on January 20 announced the resolution of the 1986 cold case murders of Cathleen Thomas and Rebecca Dowski, victims of the Colonial Parkway murders. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Dulce Man Pleads Guilty to Assault A Dulce man pleaded guilty to charges stemming from an incident in which he discharged a handgun in a vehicle, striking the victim. Jan. 19, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Taos Pueblo Man Sentenced for Killing Indigenous Artist DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo A Taos Pueblo man was sentenced for the November 2021 killing of his longtime girlfriend, DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo, during a domestic-violence incident. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News FBI Philadelphia Warns International Students of Law Enforcement Impersonation Scam The FBI Philadelphia Field Office wants to advise our international student communities of a scam involving foreign government impersonators. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News North Carolina Convicted Sex Offender Sentenced to 50 Years in Federal Prison for Attempting to Entice 11-Year-Old Child to Engage in Sexual Activity Geoffrey Lee Dudding was sentenced to 50 years in federal prison for using his cellphone and the internet to attempt to entice an 11-year-old child to engage in sexual activity. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Phoenix in the News Maleeka ‘Mollie’ Boone Investigation Update The FBI’s Phoenix Field Office along with the Navajo Department of Criminal Investigation are leading the investigation into the death of 8-year-old Maleeka “Mollie” Boone. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article

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Nebraska Man Behind 'Building Barndominiums' Scheme Sentenced to Prison Bobby Bates Sr., a Nebraska contractor, was sentenced after accepting money from customers for construction projects across multiple states then failing to do the work. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Former Steuben County Sheriff’s Deputy Going to Prison on Child Pornography Charges Stuart J. McHenry, 35, of Hornellsville, New York, who was convicted of possession of child pornography involving a prepubescent minor, was sentenced to serve 108 months in prison. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Lackawanna Father Going to Prison for 17 Years for His Role in Kidnapping Conspiracy Attempting to Force His Daughter to Marry in Yemen Khaled Abughanem, 53, of Lackawanna, New York, who was convicted by a federal jury of a kidnapping conspiracy, was sentenced to serve 204 months in prison. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Seattle in the News Bellingham, Washington, Woman Charged with International Parental Kidnapping A 32-year-old Bellingham woman appeared in U.S. District Court in Seattle after being extradited from Panama where she had illegally traveled with her 4-year-old son. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Southern Tier Man Pleads Guilty to Distribution of Child Pornography David J. Johnston, 56, of Olean, New York, pleaded guilty to distribution of child pornography, which carries a mandatory minimum penalty of five years in prison. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Union Grove Man Indicted for Human Trafficking Hector L. Duarte was indicted with sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, and interstate transportation for the purpose of prostitution. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article

Norfolk in the News FBI Norfolk Announces Resolution of 1986 Colonial Parkway Murders of Cathleen Thomas and Rebecca Dowski The FBI Norfolk Field Office, in coordination with our law enforcement partners, on January 20 announced the resolution of the 1986 cold case murders of Cathleen Thomas and Rebecca Dowski, victims of the Colonial Parkway murders. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Dulce Man Pleads Guilty to Assault A Dulce man pleaded guilty to charges stemming from an incident in which he discharged a handgun in a vehicle, striking the victim. Jan. 19, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Taos Pueblo Man Sentenced for Killing Indigenous Artist DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo A Taos Pueblo man was sentenced for the November 2021 killing of his longtime girlfriend, DeAnna Autumn Leaf Suazo, during a domestic-violence incident. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News FBI Philadelphia Warns International Students of Law Enforcement Impersonation Scam The FBI Philadelphia Field Office wants to advise our international student communities of a scam involving foreign government impersonators. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News North Carolina Convicted Sex Offender Sentenced to 50 Years in Federal Prison for Attempting to Entice 11-Year-Old Child to Engage in Sexual Activity Geoffrey Lee Dudding was sentenced to 50 years in federal prison for using his cellphone and the internet to attempt to entice an 11-year-old child to engage in sexual activity. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Phoenix in the News Maleeka ‘Mollie’ Boone Investigation Update The FBI’s Phoenix Field Office along with the Navajo Department of Criminal Investigation are leading the investigation into the death of 8-year-old Maleeka “Mollie” Boone. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article

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Nebraska Man Behind 'Building Barndominiums' Scheme Sentenced to Prison Bobby Bates Sr., a Nebraska contractor, was sentenced after accepting money from customers for construction projects across multiple states then failing to do the work. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Former Steuben County Sheriff’s Deputy Going to Prison on Child Pornography Charges Stuart J. McHenry, 35, of Hornellsville, New York, who was convicted of possession of child pornography involving a prepubescent minor, was sentenced to serve 108 months in prison. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Lackawanna Father Going to Prison for 17 Years for His Role in Kidnapping Conspiracy Attempting to Force His Daughter to Marry in Yemen Khaled Abughanem, 53, of Lackawanna, New York, who was convicted by a federal jury of a kidnapping conspiracy, was sentenced to serve 204 months in prison. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Seattle in the News Bellingham, Washington, Woman Charged with International Parental Kidnapping A 32-year-old Bellingham woman appeared in U.S. District Court in Seattle after being extradited from Panama where she had illegally traveled with her 4-year-old son. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Southern Tier Man Pleads Guilty to Distribution of Child Pornography David J. Johnston, 56, of Olean, New York, pleaded guilty to distribution of child pornography, which carries a mandatory minimum penalty of five years in prison. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Union Grove Man Indicted for Human Trafficking Hector L. Duarte was indicted with sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion, and interstate transportation for the purpose of prostitution. Jan. 9, 2026 Full Article

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Oklahoma Man Charged with Threatening on YouTube to Kill Federal Agents and Others If found guilty as charged, Taylor Ryan Prigmore faces a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Mentmore Man Sentenced for Assault Alery Al Reid of Mentmore was sentenced to 37 months in prison for assaulting and strangling the victim and causing substantial bodily injury. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Three Pinehill Men Charged in Fatal Assault Three men are charged by federal authorities in connection with an incident in which one person was killed and another was seriously injured. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article

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Missouri Man Admits Being Caught Again with Child Sexual Abuse Material Leslie Bryan Clark, from Butler County, Missouri, faces at least 10 years in prison after being caught with child sexual abuse material at a halfway house. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Tennessee Man Pleads Guilty in Hacking U.S. Supreme Court, AmeriCorps, and VA Health System Nicholas Moore, 24, of Springfield, Tennessee, pleaded guilty to hacking the electronic filing system of the U.S. Supreme Court at least 25 times. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article

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During Human Trafficking Awareness Month, FBI Kansas City Reminds Public to Beware of Human Trafficking January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and the FBI is reminding the public to be an active partner in preventing human trafficking in our community. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article

Pittsburgh in the News New Jersey Woman Sentenced to Prison for COVID-19 Bank Fraud and Money Laundering Scheme Kisha Sutton, 45, of Jersey City, New Jersey, was sentenced to two years in prison for aiding and abetting bank fraud and aiding and abetting money laundering. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Charlotte in the News Former Durham Police Department Officer Sentenced for Sexual Assault Rayshawn Deon Taylor, 36, a former Durham Police Department officer, was sentenced for sexually assaulting a man during a welfare check on August 21, 2024. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Charlotte in the News Kinston Woman Sentenced to Six Years in Federal Prison and Ordered to Repay Over $15 Million in Restitution for Health Care Fraud A federal judge sentenced a Kinston woman to six years in federal prison and ordered her to pay restitution for a health care fraud conspiracy. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Charlotte in the News Louisburg Man Sentenced to Over 17.5 Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material A federal judge sentenced a Louisburg man to over 17 years in federal prison for distributing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article

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Sacramento in the News Former Madera County Welfare Benefits Employee Pleads Guilty to Stealing Identities and Benefits in Years-Long Scheme Former Madera County benefits eligibility worker Leticia Mariscal, 55, of Madera, pleaded guilty to aggravated identity theft. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Phoenix in the News District of Arizona Charges 136 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct This Week During the week of enforcement operations, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 136 individuals. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Birmingham in the News Serial Offender Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison for Child Exploitation Jalan Christopher Lewis, 31, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison on charges related to the sexual exploitation of children. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Anaheim Man Arrested on Federal Criminal Complaint Charging Him with Making Death Threats Against Vice President Vance An Orange County man was arrested on a federal criminal complaint alleging that he posted on Instagram death threats against Vice President JD Vance. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Sacramento in the News Sacramento Man Pleads Guilty to Defrauding an Investor of $777,470 Jaswant Singh Gill, 57, of Sacramento, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud for orchestrating an investment fraud scheme. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Mobile in the News Auburn Man Sentenced to More Than 24 Years in Federal Prison for Sharing Child Sexual Abuse Material on the Dark Web Jacob Parker, of Auburn, Alabama, has been sentenced to 292 months in prison for conspiracy to advertise child sexual abuse material. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article San Francisco in the News

Kaiser Permanente Affiliates Pay $556 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Affiliates of Kaiser Permanente have agreed to pay $556 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act.

Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Phoenix in the News Mesa Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Setting Fire to Tesla Dealership Ian William Moses, 35, of Mesa, Arizona, was sentenced to 60 months in prison for setting fire to a Tesla vehicle and a Tesla dealership in Mesa, Arizona. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Birmingham in the News Repeat Offender Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Child Pornography Clayton Sawyer, Jr., 67, of Athens, Alabama, has been sentenced to 180 months in prison for committing child sexual exploitation crimes. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article

Sacramento in the News Former Madera County Welfare Benefits Employee Pleads Guilty to Stealing Identities and Benefits in Years-Long Scheme Former Madera County benefits eligibility worker Leticia Mariscal, 55, of Madera, pleaded guilty to aggravated identity theft. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Phoenix in the News District of Arizona Charges 136 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct This Week During the week of enforcement operations, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 136 individuals. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Birmingham in the News Serial Offender Sentenced to 35 Years in Prison for Child Exploitation Jalan Christopher Lewis, 31, of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, has been sentenced to 35 years in prison on charges related to the sexual exploitation of children. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Los Angeles in the News Anaheim Man Arrested on Federal Criminal Complaint Charging Him with Making Death Threats Against Vice President Vance An Orange County man was arrested on a federal criminal complaint alleging that he posted on Instagram death threats against Vice President JD Vance. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Sacramento in the News Sacramento Man Pleads Guilty to Defrauding an Investor of $777,470 Jaswant Singh Gill, 57, of Sacramento, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud for orchestrating an investment fraud scheme. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Mobile in the News Auburn Man Sentenced to More Than 24 Years in Federal Prison for Sharing Child Sexual Abuse Material on the Dark Web Jacob Parker, of Auburn, Alabama, has been sentenced to 292 months in prison for conspiracy to advertise child sexual abuse material. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article San Francisco in the News

Kaiser Permanente Affiliates Pay $556 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Affiliates of Kaiser Permanente have agreed to pay $556 million to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act.

Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Phoenix in the News Mesa Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Setting Fire to Tesla Dealership Ian William Moses, 35, of Mesa, Arizona, was sentenced to 60 months in prison for setting fire to a Tesla vehicle and a Tesla dealership in Mesa, Arizona. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Birmingham in the News Repeat Offender Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Child Pornography Clayton Sawyer, Jr., 67, of Athens, Alabama, has been sentenced to 180 months in prison for committing child sexual exploitation crimes. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article

Nashville in the News Fifth Defendant in Sports Betting Fraud Ring Sentenced The last of five Mid-South men, LaVonte Holmes, who executed a sports betting fraud scheme between 2022 and 2024, was sentenced to prison on January 20, 2026. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Florida Inmate Indicted for Distribution, Receipt, and Possession of Child Pornography Edward G. Winn, 47, an inmate at Okaloosa Correctional Institution, was indicted by a federal grand jury charging him with the distribution, receipt, and possession of child pornography. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Texas Man Sentenced to Nine Years for Cocaine Trafficking Donald Spivey, 43, of Spring, Texas, was sentenced to nine years in federal prison for conspiring to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Columbia in the News Georgetown Man Arrested for Threatening to 'Shoot Up' S.C. Airports, Lying to Federal Agents Ahmad Z’yiem Guilford, 21, of Georgetown, has been charged with making threats toward numerous aviation-related businesses across South Carolina, and with lying to federal agents about making the threats. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Nashville in the News Tennessee Man Convicted for Three Bank Robberies and One Attempted Bank Robbery Ending in a Shootout A federal jury in Memphis, Tennessee, convicted a man on Friday for a series of brazen bank robberies, one of which ended with the defendant shooting two people with an assault rifle. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article San Diego in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 88 Border-Related Cases This Week Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California filed 88 border-related cases this week. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Denver in the News Colorado Springs Woman Sentenced to 12 Months, One Day, After Being Convicted On Charges Arising From Hate Crime Hoax Ashley Blackcloud, 40, of Colorado Springs, was sentenced to one year and one day in federal prison for conspiring to threaten or convey false information about a threat. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article San Diego in the News Leader of Local Money Laundering Cell Pleads Guilty to $42 Million International Elder Fraud Scheme Victor Marion pleaded guilty in federal court, admitting he participated in an international fraud and money laundering scheme. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article San Diego in the News Chinese National Pleads Guilty in $27 Million Multinational Fraud and Money Laundering Scheme Targeting Over 2,000 Seniors Zhao Wang pleaded guilty in federal court and admitted he participated in a $27 million fraud and money laundering scheme. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Detroit Resident Sentenced to Prison for Cocaine, Fentanyl, and Heroin Trafficking Patrick Brown, 33, a resident of Detroit, Michigan, has been sentenced in federal court to 18 months in prison on his conviction of violating federal narcotics laws. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News New Castle Man Sentenced for Role in Interstate Drug Trafficking Operation Edward Dietrich, 60, a resident of New Castle, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced in federal court on his conviction of violating federal narcotics laws. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Pittsburgh Investment Manager Pleads Guilty to $3.7 Million Wire Fraud Thomas Pipich Jr., 74, a resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of wire fraud. Jan. 7, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Two Berks County Residents Plead Guilty to Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Trafficking Charges Angel Diaz-Gibson, 34, and Kayla Rickenbach, 24, of Reading, pleaded guilty to charges of violating federal narcotics laws. Jan. 6, 2026 Full Article

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El Paso Doctor Enters $200,000 Settlement Following State and Federal Fraud Allegations Dr. Brian August, located in El Paso, has agreed to pay $200,000 to resolve allegations that he violated the Controlled Substances Act, the False Claims Act, and the Texas Health Care Program Fraud Prevention Act. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Houston in the News High-Ranking Members of Two Mexican Cartels Appear in the Southern District of Texas on Drug Trafficking Indictments Two members of prolific transnational criminal organizations have appeared in Houston federal court for significant drug trafficking offenses and/or allegedly running a continuing criminal enterprise. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Houston in the News Fatal Bus Shooting Investigation Results in Federal Weapons Charges An 18-year-old Houston resident has been charged with illegally possessing a machine gun and unlawful receipt of a firearm and ammunition following the recent fatal shooting on a local Metro bus. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Dallas in the News Dallas Man Sentenced to 40 Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Methamphetamine from Mexico Orlando Gerardo Mejia-Mendoza, of Dallas, was sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine he received from Mexico. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Houston in the News Southern District of Texas Continues Its Relentless Pursuit of Border Security, Charging 319 People with New Cases A total of 318 additional cases have been filed in immigration and border-related matters from January 9-15, announced U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Richmond in the News Convicted Felon Sentenced to 13 Years in Prison for Illegally Possessing Firearms Dwayne Leman Swinson of Henrico was sentenced to 13 years in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Five People Arrested for Alleged Drug Conspiracy at Dumfries Motel Five defendants made their initial appearance in court on charges relating to criminal activity alleged to have taken place in and around the Red Carpet Inn in Dumfries. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Albany in the News Detroit Man Charged with Drug Distribution in Vermont A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging Terry Dawayne Catchings, 31, of Detroit, Michigan, with the distribution of cocaine and cocaine base and possessing cocaine with intent to distribute it. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article

Tampa in the News Sarasota Doctor Sentenced to 15 Years for Coercion and Enticement of a Minor and Production of Child Sex Abuse Material Pete Supan has been sentenced for coercion and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity and production of child sex abuse material. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Sarasota Man Convicted of Producing, Distributing, Receiving, and Accessing Child Sexual Abuse Material Sean Anthony Christie was found guilty of production, distribution, and receipt of child sex abuse material and access with intent to view child sex abuse material. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article New Haven in the News Kansas Resident Who Assaulted Flight Attendant is Sentenced Julius Jordan Priester was sentenced to one year of probation and ordered to pay a $500 fine for assaulting a crew member on a flight. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News U.S. Files Forfeiture Action Against Two Anti-Submarine Warfare Crew Trainers En Route to the Chinese Military The Justice Department has filed a forfeiture complaint against two mission crew trainers that were interdicted in transit from the Test Flying Academy of South Africa. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article

Pittsburgh in the News Monessen Resident Indicted for Violating Federal Narcotics and Firearms Laws Anthony Crews, a resident of Monessen, Pennsylvania, has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh on charges of violating federal narcotics and firearms laws. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Atlanta in the News Financial Advisor Pleads Guilty to Orchestrating Massive $380 Million Ponzi Scheme Todd Burkhalter, the founder and chief executive officer of the Georgia-based financial advisory group Drive Planning LLC, has pleaded guilty to wire fraud. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Atlanta in the News Twelve Guilty in Macon’s 'Operation Mobile Order' Targeting Drugs, Guns Twelve defendants have admitted guilt for their roles in an armed drug trafficking organization exposed by Operation Mobile Order. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Miami in the News Two Plead Guilty to Drug-Involved Murder Two individuals connected to a drug trafficking organization (DTO) pleaded guilty last week to charges stemming from a 2022 murder in Miami. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Detroit in the News Port Huron Resident Pleads Guilty to Stealing $900,000 From His Employer Peter Paulus, 51, of Port Huron, Michigan, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Greenville Man Indicted for Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material While on Parole for Similar Offenses Paul Birner of Greenville was indicted on charges of possession and access with intent to view child sex abuse material. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News West Yarmouth Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing Funds From Labor Union Kenneth Mattoon, a former Barnstable County employee, pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to embezzling from a labor union. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Jacksonville Woman Charged with Assaulting Officers Conducting an Immigration Operation Jennifer Susan Cruz, 40, of Jacksonville, has been charged by complaint with assaulting officers conducting an immigration operation. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Lawrence Man Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Meet with a Minor for Sex Alex Bou of Lawrence pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to using an interstate facility to transmit information about a child. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Asian Boyz Gang Member Convicted of Conspiring to Distribute Methamphetamine A member of the Asian Boyz gang was convicted in federal court in Boston following a week-long jury trial of conspiracy to distribute counterfeit pills. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Cape Cod Man Sentenced for Threatening a Federal Official and Their Relatives Michael P. Mahoney of South Dennis, Massachusetts, was sentenced for threatening to murder a prominent federal official, their relative, and the relative’s spouse. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Miami in the News Three Georgia Fugitives, Including Federal Inmate, Charged in Violent Kidnapping and Armed Robbery Scheme A grand jury in Miami has returned an indictment charging three Georgia fugitives for their alleged roles in a violent scheme to abduct and rob a victim. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article

Atlanta in the News Former Georgia State Representative Pleads Guilty to Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Scheme Karen L. Bennett, who resigned from her position as an elected member of the Georgia House of Representatives on January 1, 2026, has pleaded guilty to making false statements. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Atlanta in the News U.S. Attorney Heap Announces Over Three Million Dollars Disbursed in Equitable Sharing to Local Law Enforcement Partners and Federal Agencies The federal government has disbursed $3,072,605 in equitable sharing of forfeited assets to over 50 local law enforcement partners and federal agencies. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Indianapolis in the News Six Sentenced in Sweeping Multimillion-Dollar Cargo Heist Juan Perez-Gonzalez has been sentenced to over 13 years in prison following his conviction for participating in a massive, multi-state cargo theft conspiracy. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Chicago in the News Man Who Committed Two Chicago Carjackings Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison A man has been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison for participating in two violent carjackings in Chicago. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News North Carolina Man Pleads Guilty to Charges Related to Creation and Distribution of Videos Depicting Animal Torture and Mutilation Robert Craig, of Charlotte, pleaded guilty to crimes based on his involvement with online groups dedicated to creating and distributing videos depicting acts of extreme violence and sexual abuse against monkeys. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Clairton Resident Pleads Guilty to Violating Federal Sex Offense Laws Joseph Primiero, a resident of Clairton, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of violating federal sex offense laws. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News New York Men Plead Guilty to Mortgage Fraud Conspiracy to Buy Illegal Marijuana Grow Houses Two New York men pleaded guilty to conspiring to defraud Maine banks of mortgage funding to buy houses used to illegally cultivate marijuana. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Former Zynex, Inc. Executives Charged with Health Care and Securities Fraud and Related Offenses The former Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer of Zynex, Inc., have been charged with conspiracy to commit health care fraud, securities fraud, and mail fraud, among other violations. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Montgomery County Man Who Fraudulently Obtained More Than $240,000 in Disability Benefits From the VA Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison Victor Milbourne, 52, of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 18 months in prison for defrauding the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Cambridge Man Charged with Sex Trafficking Daniel Rodriguez of Cambridge has been arrested on state charges and a federal complaint, charging him with forcing a woman to engage in commercial sex throughout multiple states. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Former State Employee Sentenced for Providing K2-Laced Papers to a Federal Prison Inmate A Bridgewater, Massachusetts, woman was sentenced for providing a controlled substance in the form of a synthetic cannabinoid, also known as K2, to an inmate at the federal prison. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Newark in the News Two Senior Members of Stephen Crane Village Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced The last two defendants in the Stephen Crane Village drug trafficking case were sentenced to 540- and 211-months’ imprisonment, respectively. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Texas Man and His Romantic Partner Sentenced to Prison for Their Roles in Harming Elderly Victims Through a Romance Fraud Scam Felix Clark of Royse City, Texas, was sentenced to five years in prison for his role in a romance fraud scam in which he received money from elderly victims,. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Idaho Man Pleads Guilty to Cyberstalking Edward John Kay of Rigby, Idaho, pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to cyberstalking a Massachusetts professor over the course of five months. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Oregon Man Indicted for Cyberstalking and Interstate Threats Lewis Floyd of Oregon has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Boston for allegedly cyberstalking and making interstate threats against a Massachusetts state prosecutor. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News Leominster Man Pleads Guilty to Theft of Government Funds, Bank Fraud, and Money Laundering in Connection with Stolen $1,355,000 Tax Refund Check A Leominster man, Jesse El-Ghoul, pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to a scheme to steal $1,355,863 by depositing a forged tax refund check. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Boston in the News South Boston Man Pleads Guilty to Role in Wire Fraud Conspiracy That Defrauded Victim of Nearly $500,000 A South Boston man pleaded guilty to participating in a scheme that defrauded a 75-year-old man from Berkshire County, Massachusetts, of approximately $500,000. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Jackson in the News Former Canton Aldermen Sentenced to 46 Months in Federal Prison for Bribery Scheme Andrew Grant, 41, and Eric Gilkey, 58, of Canton, Mississippi, were sentenced to 46 months in federal prison for their roles in a bribery scheme. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Minneapolis in the News Alleged Latin Kings Gang Member Arrested on Federal Charges After Stealing Rifle From FBI Vehicle A prior convicted felon was charged in a criminal complaint with being a felon in possession of a firearm and theft of government property. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Omaha in the News Cedar Rapids Man Sentenced to 40 Years for Child Exploitation Crimes Kevin Patrick Sullivan, age 43, from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was sentenced to 40 years in prison for recording himself sexually abusing a child. Jan. 15, 2026 Full Article Jackson in the News Meridian Man Sentenced to 42 Months for being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm A Meridian man, Elton Wayne Fairley, was sentenced to 42 months of incarceration for being a felon in possession of a firearm in Neshoba County. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article

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Former Commissioner of Virgin Islands Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation Sentenced for Bribery Scheme A former Commissioner of the U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation, Calvert White, received five years in prison for soliciting and accepting a bribe from a government contractor in exchange for assistance in attempting to obtain a $1.43 million government contract. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article New York in the News Defendant Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Kidnapping and Sexually Abusing a Minor Ahmed Alaahri was sentenced to 11 years in prison for kidnapping and sexually abusing a 17-year-old victim (John Doe). Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Cincinnati in the News Man Arrested with Weapons Near Airport Now Faces Federal Charges William T. Griffith III, 40, of Delaware, Ohio, who allegedly had multiple loaded guns near the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, has now been charged. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Lockport Man Going to Prison for More Than 10 Years on Fentanyl Charge Involving Death of a Toddler Javonte Holloway, who was convicted of possession with intent to distribute, and to distribute, acetyl fentanyl and fentanyl, was sentenced to serve 128 months in prison. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Albany in the News Syracuse Man Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Charges Arif Karicic, age 36, of Syracuse, New York, pleaded guilty to distribution and possession of child pornography. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article New York in the News New York Man Charged with Robbery Spree That Targeted Six Manhattan Banks Cornell Neilly was charged in connection with a pattern of bank robberies and attempted bank robberies of six Manhattan banks between August and October of 2025. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Wilkes-Barre Man Sentenced to 72 Months in Prison for Child Exploitation Crime Roland Bennett Rhodes, III, age 55, a resident of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to 72 months’ imprisonment for receipt of child pornography. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Omaha in the News Cedar Rapids Felon Involved in a Shooting Sentenced to Federal Prison Anthony Isiah Pennell, age 28, from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for shooting at another person. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Cleveland in the News Ohio Doctor Sentenced to Prison for $14 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme A Lorain County man has been sentenced to prison for his role in a health care billing conspiracy scheme that was intended to fraudulently bill Medicare. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Prior Felon Sentenced on New Child Pornography Charge Marcobrien S. Volcy of Rochester, who was convicted of possession of child pornography, was sentenced to 10 years in prison. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Cleveland in the News Cleveland Man to Spend 19 Years in Federal Prison for Armored Vehicle Robberies A 24-year-old Cleveland man has been sentenced to prison for his role in two robberies of armored car vehicles in Cleveland. Jan. 13, 2026 Full Article

Charlotte in the News FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Alejandro Rosales Castillo Returned to Charlotte FBI Director Kash Patel, FBI Charlotte Special Agent in Charge James C. Barnacle Jr., and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) Chief Estella D. Patterson announce Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Alejandro “Alex” Rosales Castillo’s return to Charlotte, North Carolina. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article

Seattle in the News Woman Sentenced to One Year for Embezzling $100,000 From the Spokane Tribe’s Division of Child and Family Services Tawhnee Willow Colvin was sentenced to one year and a day following her conviction on 26 counts of bank fraud and embezzlement from a tribal organization. Jan. 25, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Albuquerque Man Sentenced for Online Sextortion and Sexual Exploitation of Two Minors Adrian Puentes of Albuquerque was sentenced to 19 and one half years in prison for coercing a 15-year-old girl into producing sexually explicit images. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Rochester Man Arrested on Multiple Child Pornography Charges Rashad Rabah, 33, of Rochester, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with the production, receipt, and possession of child pornography. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Kanawha County Woman Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud Kelli Rucker, 48, of Nitro, pleaded guilty on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, to wire fraud. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Retired DEA Agent Going to Prison for Five Years for Conspiracy to Defraud the United States and Conspiracy to Distribute Controlled Substances Retired Drug Enforcement Administration Special Agent Joseph Bongiovanni, 61, of Tonawanda, New York, who was convicted on drug-related crimes, was sentenced. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Sacramento in the News Lincoln Man Charged with Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material A federal grand jury returned an indictment against Carlos Andrew Dominguez, 25, of Lincoln, charging him with distribution of child sexual abuse material. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Sacramento in the News Rio Linda Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Possessing Explicit Images of Children Kenneth Wayne Lorenz of Rio Linda was sentenced to 14 years in prison for possessing visual depictions of minors engaging in sexually explicit conduct. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article St. Louis in the News Former St. Louis Alderman Convicted of Fraud, Lying to the FBI A federal jury convicted former St. Louis Alderman Brandon Bosley of charges related to insurance fraud and lying to the FBI. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Sacramento in the News Vacaville Man Sentenced to 17 and One Half Years in Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Michael Rubino, 38, of Vacaville, was sentenced to 17 years and six months in prison for sexually exploiting an underage girl. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Kansas City in the News Lawrence County Woman Sentenced for Wire Fraud Targeting the Missouri Lottery Amy Young of Mt. Vernon, Missouri, was sentenced in federal court for her role in a wire fraud conspiracy and wire fraud scheme. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article New Orleans in the News Former St. Mary Parish Teacher Indicted for Attempting to Entice One of Her Students to Engage in Sexual Activity A federal grand jury in Lafayette returned an indictment on December 17, 2025, charging Katherine Albarado with attempted enticement of a minor. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article San Antonio in the News Round Rock Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Building, Possessing Machineguns Ashton Blake Donaldson of Round Rock was sentenced in a federal court in Austin to 30 months in prison for possession of a machinegun. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Buffalo in the News Rapids Theatre Owner and Co-Defendant Sentenced for Defrauding COVID Programs Out of More Than $1.8 Million John L. Hutchins, 72, of Lewiston, and Roberto Soliman, 45, of Niagara Falls, have been sentenced on charges of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and bank fraud. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article St. Louis in the News Ponzi Schemer Admits Bilking Investors in Missouri, Elsewhere Out of $25 Million Siddharth Jawahar, a former Texas-based investment advisor, admitted running a Ponzi scheme that cost investors in Missouri and elsewhere more than $25 million. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article El Paso in the News 37 Mexican Nationals Wanted for Serious Crimes Transferred to the United States From Mexico, Including Leaders of Foreign Terrorist Organizations The United States took into custody 37 fugitives from Mexico facing a range of federal criminal charges. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article San Antonio in the News Western District of Texas Prosecutors File 229 New Immigration Cases in One Week Federal prosecutors in the district filed 229 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from Januart 9 to January 15. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Bayside Man Charged with Cyberstalking and Transmitting Interstate Threats Bradley S. Rose, 41, of Bayside, Wisconsin, was charged with two counts of cyberstalking and one count of transmitting interstate threats. Jan. 18, 2026 Full Article San Juan in the News Individual Extradited to the United States From the Dominican Republic to Face Drug Trafficking Charges Dominican authorities extradited Esteffani José Vasquez-Amarante to the United States to face drug trafficking and money laundering charges. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Norfolk in the News Virginia Beach Man Sentenced to 45 Years in Prison for Auto Loan Scheme and Identity Theft Dion Lamont Camp of Virginia Beach was sentenced for defrauding and exploiting numerous victims including romantic partners, credit unions, auto dealers, and even strangers. Jan. 16, 2026 Full Article Portland in the News Warm Springs Man Charged with Eluding Police Officers and Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm Edward Francis Jones of Warm Springs, Oregon, has been charged with possessing multiple firearms as a felon and eluding police officers after a high-speed chase. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Oklahoma City in the News Coyle Man Sentenced to Serve 29 Years in Federal Prison for Production of Child Pornography Colt Travis Gladding, Sr., 42, of Coyle, Oklahoma, has been sentenced to serve 348 months in federal prison for production of child pornography. Jan. 14, 2026 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Elizabeth Man Pleads Guilty to Making Antisemitic Threat to Injure Local Public Official and Making False Statements to FBI Edward Arthur Owens Jr., a resident of Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to making a threat to injure a local public official and making false statements to government agents. Jan. 12, 2026 Full Article

Pittsburgh in the News Two Defendants Sentenced to Prison for Roles in Kanawha County Drug Trafficking Organization Ashley Dawn Smith of St. Albans and Lamont Carter of Charleston were sentenced to prison for their roles in a drug trafficking organization. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Kansas City in the News Kansas City Man Pleads Guilty to Robbing a Bank with a Firearm Richie E. Manley of Kansas City, Missouri, pleaded guilty in federal court for robbing a local bank with the use of a firearm. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Seattle in the News FBI Seattle Releases New Missing Person Poster with up to $10,000 Reward Law enforcement is investigating the disappearance of tribal member Besalynn Mary James, who was last seen on January 20, 2025, at 1:16 p.m. at her residence. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Owner of Defunct Prenatal Care Coordination Company Sentenced to 111 Months’ Imprisonment for Health Care Fraud Scheme Precious Cruse was sentenced to 111 months’ incarceration for committing a health care fraud scheme through which she stole $780,600.07 from Medicaid. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Maryland Man Indicted on Unlawful Transmission and Retention of Classified National Defense Information Charges A federal grand jury indicted Aurelio Luis Perez-Lugones of Laurel, Maryland, for allegedly mishandling classified information. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Armed Carjacker Sentenced to Over 11 Years in Federal Prison Armoni Tyree Moody of Davenport has been sentenced for carjacking, brandishing a firearm in furtherance of the carjacking, and possessing ammunition as a convicted felon. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Brevard County Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison for Drug and Firearm Offenses Quentes Durrelle Simpson of Melbourne has been sentenced for distributing and possessing with intent to distribute controlled substances and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Leader of Terrorist-Designated Mexican Drug Cartel Indicted in Washington, D.C. Armando Gomez Nunez, a Mexican national and senior leader of the Cartel de Jalisco Nueva Generacion, was charged with conspiracy to distribute cocaine, fentanyl, and methamphetamine for importation into the U.S. and other related offenses. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Kansas City in the News Raytown Man Pleads Guilty to Using Gun During CVS Robbery Ta’Rod Glenel Perkins of Raytown, Missouri, pleaded guilty in federal court to using a firearm during an armed robbery of a CVS pharmacy in Kansas City. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article San Diego in the News La Jolla-Based Couple Charged with $100 Million Fraud Brett Rosen and Deborah Rosen of La Jolla were indicted on charges that they engaged in a years-long securities fraud and money laundering scheme. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Little Rock in the News Russellville Man Sentenced to 17.5 Years in Federal Prison for Attempted Production of Child Pornography Jackson Whitt will spend 210 months in federal prison for attempted production of child pornography. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Little Rock in the News Violent Sex Offender From Blytheville Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Production of Child Pornography A Blytheville man involved in drugs, guns, and child pornography will spend the next 20 years in federal prison. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Former Wisconsin Prison Employee Pleads Guilty to Conspiring to Commit Bribery Luz Naranjo, of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit federal programs bribery. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Shawano Man Sentenced to 15 Years’ Imprisonment for Production of Child Pornography Brandon M. Boogren of Shawano, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 180 months’ incarceration after pleading guilty to one count of production of child pornography. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Nurse Sentenced to 6.5 Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Child Pornography Troy Schaden, a nurse from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 78 months in federal prison for purchasing child sexual abuse material and redistributing the material. Jan. 20, 2026 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Jacksonville Honors Local Pastor with Director’s Community Leadership Award FBI Jacksonville announces Pastor Korey O'Neal, program director for Project RISE, is the recipient of the 2024 Director's Community Leadership Award. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article

Baltimore in the News Biotech CEO Sentenced in Securities Fraud Scheme Nader Pourhassan, 62, of Lake Oswego, Oregon, has been sentenced to 30 months in prison for insider trading in connection with COVID-19 and HIV drugs. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article Baltimore in the News Former Baltimore City Council Candidate Sentenced for Bank Fraud and False Statements in Connection with $1.7 Million Fraud Scheme Nichelle Henson, 38, of Baltimore, Maryland, has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for bank fraud and making false statements. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Baltimore in the News Temple Hills Man Sentenced for Firearms and Drug Trafficking Crimes, and CARES Act Unemployment Insurance Fraud Lawrence Nathanial Harris, 33, of Temple Hills, Maryland, was sentenced to federal prison in connection with drug trafficking, firearms, identity theft, and wire fraud crimes. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article

Jacksonville in the News Florida Airman Indicted for Distribution, Receipt, and Possession of Child Pornography Matthew Fooladian, 24, of Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida, was indicted by a federal grand jury charging him with child pornography crimes. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article

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U.S. Attorney’s Office Collects $9,726,475.43 in Civil and Criminal Actions in Fiscal Year 2025 The Western District of Missouri collected more than $9.7 million in criminal and civil actions in Fiscal Year 2025. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article

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Billings in the News Montana Men Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges Joshua Stephen Roybal, age 35, and Patrick William Allen, age 54, were arrested pursuant to separate, unrelated federal complaints. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Federal Authorities Warn of Fraudsters Impersonating Prosecutors and Law Enforcement Federal authorities are warning citizens of a scammer or group of scammers—potentially outside of the United States—contacting American citizens around the country and posing as prosecutors or federal law enforcement and attempting to defraud people of money by claiming they are possible victims or suspects of a fraud investigation. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article

Washington in the News District Man Charged with Distributing Child Pornography A complaint was unsealed charging Angel Anthony Rios, 29, of the District of Columbia, with distribution of child pornography. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Baltimore in the News Three Charged with Sex Trafficking a Minor Jamar Geeter of California, Jada Hasty of Pennsylvania, and Khloe Gregory of Tennessee have been charged with trafficking a minor across state lines for prostitution. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article San Francisco in the News Oakland Man Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison for Robbing Two East Bay Banks Naikano Tuipulotu, 32, of Oakland, was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison for bank robbery. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Mobile in the News Three Defendants Convicted at Trial Involving Multimillion-Dollar Cocaine and Fentanyl-Trafficking Organization That Used Children as Couriers Three defendants have been convicted for their roles in a multimillion-dollar drug-trafficking organization that distributed bulk cocaine and fentanyl and used children as couriers. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Denver in the News Denver Man Sentenced to 144 Months After Denver Crime Spree Jason Cisneros, 34, of Denver, was sentenced after pleading guilty to firearm crimes related to a Denver crime spree. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article

Atlanta in the News Federal Authorities Warn of Fraudsters Impersonating Prosecutors Federal authorities are warning citizens of a scammer or group of scammers—potentially outside of the United States—contacting American citizens around the country. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Polk County Methamphetamine Trafficker Sentenced to 18 Years Wesley Anderson of Lakeland has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Fraudster Sentenced to 18 Years in Prison After Taking and Laundering Millions From Elderly Victims Atharva Shailesh Sathawane, 23, of India, was sentenced after a jury previously found him guilty of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Pensacola Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Child Exploitation & Child Pornography Crimes Michael D. Whitacre, Jr., 31, of Pensacola, Florida, was sentenced in federal court for engaging in a child exploitation enterprise. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Cape Coral Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Possessing and Accessing Child Sexual Abuse Images and Videos Jason Allen Henning, 43, of Cape Coral, was sentenced to 10 years for possessing and accessing with intent to view images and videos depicting the sexual abuse of children. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article Tampa in the News Puerto Rico Woman Sentenced for Interfering with Flight Attendants by Assault and Intimidation Jennifer Rodriguez, 37, of Puerto Rico, has been sentenced to five months in federal prison for interfering with flight attendants by assault and intimidation. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article Jacksonville in the News Florida Attorney’s Racketeering Conviction for Defrauding NFL Players & Other Clients Affirmed by the Eleventh Circuit On January 7, 2026, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit affirmed the conviction and sentence of Phillip Timothy Howard, 64, of Tallahassee, Florida. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News WMATA Train Operators Plead Guilty in Health Care Fraud Scheme Michelle Shropshire of Waldorf, Maryland, and Harlisha Jones, of Clinton, Maryland, pleaded guilty in connection with a health care fraud scheme. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News New York City Man Pleads Guilty to D.C. Swatting and Carjacking Incidents Thierno Barry, 23, of Queens, New York, pleaded guilty to the March 2025 swatting of a random Northwest residence and a subsequent carjacking of an elderly couple the same day. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Maryland Man Remains Detained on Charges of Producing Child Pornography Daniel Ivan Cruz Ramirez, 28, of Brandywine, Maryland, was ordered detained pending trial in connection with producing child pornography of a 13-year-old girl. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article Washington in the News Conspirator in Carjacking Spree Sentenced to 84 Months Elmer Bonilla of the District of Columbia was sentenced in connection with his role in a 2024 violent carjacking conspiracy. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article

Albuquerque in the News Albuquerque Man Charged After FBI Finds Modified Hand Grenade in His Home An Albuquerque man has been federally charged with unlawfully possessing an improvised explosive device following the discovery of a modified hand grenade in his home. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Shiprock Man Sentenced for Unlawfully Possessing a Shotgun Crandall Craig Martin, 42, of Shiprock, was sentenced to 78 months in prison for unlawfully possessing a loaded shotgun, which he obtained by stealing and attempting to sell it. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Serial Rapist to Serve 25 Years in Federal Prison Jacques Jackson, who raped three teenage girls he met on Instagram, has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Syracuse Area Man Pleads Guilty to Operating Kickback Scheme Involving Medicare and Medicaid Timothy Klein of Fayetteville, New York, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to pay and receive health care kickbacks, which carries a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Slovakian Man Admits Aiding Darknet Market That Sold Drugs and Stolen Personal Information A Slovakian man admitted involvement in a darknet market that sold drugs and stolen personal information. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Moscow Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material Cameron James Kittell, 21, of Moscow, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Miami Heat Security Employee Sentenced to Prison and Ordered to Pay Nearly $1.9 Million in Restitution A former Miami Heat security officer has been sentenced for stealing hundreds of game-worn jerseys and other valuable sports memorabilia. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Five Arrested for Conspiring to Launder Tens of Millions of Dollars in Illicit Cash Proceeds Four Brazilian nationals made their initial appearances in court for their roles in a conspiracy to launder tens of millions of dollars in illicit proceeds. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Argentine National Sentenced to 80 Years in Federal Prison for Producing and Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material An Argentine national was sentenced to the maximum term of imprisonment for producing and possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Moline Woman Sentenced to 139 Months in Federal Prison for Wire Fraud and Identity Theft Charges Rianne Len Brinker, 36, of Moline, was sentenced on January 20, 2026, to 139 months in federal prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Dow City Man Pleads Guilty to Child Exploitation and Child Pornography Charges Bryce White, 42, from Dow City, Iowa, pleaded guilty to one count of sexual exploitation of a child and one count of receipt of child pornography. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Alleged Bank Robber Facing Federal Charges in Utah A Utah resident was charged with a violent crime after he allegedly walked into a bank, threatened the teller with a note, and left with cash. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Florida Nursing Assistant Convicted in $11.4 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme Targeting Medicare Beneficiaries A federal jury in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, convicted a nursing assistant for his role in an $11.4 million health care fraud and wire fraud conspiracy. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News South Bend Man Sentenced to 262 Months in Prison Santiago Ortiz-Ruvalcaba, 30 years old, of South Bend, Indiana, was sentenced after pleading guilty to five counts of distribution of 50 grams of methamphetamine. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Suburban Chicago Police Officer Convicted of Federal Corruption Charges A former Chicago police officer has been convicted of corruption charges for conspiring to steal cash and drugs from occupants of vehicles during traffic stops. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article

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Buffalo in the News Convicted Felon Pleads Guilty to New Child Pornography Charge Brett Bedford of Rochester pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography by a person having a prior conviction relating to the possession of child pornography. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Prewitt Woman Charged in Assault A Prewitt woman is facing federal charges after allegedly stabbing a man during a dispute. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article Albuquerque in the News Albuquerque Man Charged for Fatal Shooting of Pueblo of Isleta Member An Albuquerque man is in federal custody after the fatal shooting of a Pueblo of Isleta tribal member prompted a public search by the FBI. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article Seattle in the News Tacoma Man Who Persisted in Drug Trafficking Despite Being Stopped with More Than 25 Pounds of Methamphetamine Sentenced to 66 Months in Prison A Tacoma man who continued to distribute large amounts of fentanyl pills even after being found with a large load of methamphetamine was sentenced to 66 months in prison. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article Seattle in the News Member of Makah Tribe Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Knife Attack on Intimate Partner A 20-year-old member of the Makah Tribe was sentenced in U.S. District Court in Tacoma to two years in prison for assaulting an intimate partner with a knife. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Brooklyn Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Murder-for-Hire Plot and Stalking a Journalist and Prominent Critic of the Iranian Government Convicted murderer Carlisle Rivera, also known as “Pop,” was sentenced to 15 years in prison for his participation in a murder-for-hire plot directed by the Government of Iran targeting Masih Alinejad, a journalist, author, and human rights activist. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News New York Man Admits Fencing Jewelry Stolen From Mall Stores and Kiosks Across the U.S. Salim Sakal waived his right to be indicted and pleaded guilty to an offense related to his buying and selling jewelry stolen from mall-based stores and kiosks across the country. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Woman Who Posed as Licensed Registered Nurse Sentenced to 75 Months in Prison Leticia Gallarzo, formerly of Wayland, Michigan, was sentenced to 75 months in prison for creating false medical records indicating that she was licensed as a registered nurse. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Commerce Township Man Pleads Guilty to Using AI-Generated Pornography to Cyberstalk Social Media Influencer Joshua Stilman, 37, pleaded guilty to one count of cyberstalking. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News East Hartford Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Possessing Child Sex Abuse Material While on State Probation for Similar Offense Ryan Perry, 39, of East Hartford, was sentenced to 120 months in prison and 20 years of supervised release for a child exploitation offense. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Florida Laboratory Owner Pleads Guilty to $52 Million Medicare Fraud Scheme Involving Genetic Tests A Florida man pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme to defraud Medicare by submitting over $52 million in false and fraudulent claims. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan observed National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Southern District of Illinois recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Illinois observed National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News USAO-KS Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The U.S. Attorney’s Office – District of Kansas observed National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Stamford Man Who Stole More Than $28 Million From Mars, Inc. Sentenced to 63 Months in Federal Prison Paul R. Steed, 59, of Stamford, was sentenced to 63 months in prison and three years of supervised release for fraud and tax offenses. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News H Block Gang Member Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison for Drug Conspiracy A member of the violent Boston-based gang, H-Block, was sentenced in federal court in Boston for drug conspiracy charges. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Boston Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening a Federal Law Enforcement Officer Kenneth Pacheco, 22, of Boston, pleaded guilty to threatening a federal law enforcement officer. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Shiprock Man Charged with Assault Brian Adam Archuleta of Shiprock is facing federal charges after allegedly assaulting a man during a dispute. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Two Bangor Area Men Indicted for Sex Trafficking and Child Exploitation Offenses A federal grand jury sitting in Bangor indicted Agasha Carvalho and Donovan Miller on charges related to child exploitation and sex trafficking. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Middle District of Louisiana Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The Middle District of Louisiana observed National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Office Employee and Slidell Resident Guilty of Theft and Bribery Conspiracy Concerning Program Receiving Federal Funds Kenneth Lawson and Areion Banks pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit theft and bribery concerning a program receiving federal funds. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Eastern District of Louisiana U.S. Attorney David I. Courcelle Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The Eastern District of Louisiana (EDLA) observed National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Boston-Area Gang Member Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Crack Cocaine and Fentanyl Offenses A member of the Annunciation Road/Mission Hill gang was sentenced in connection with crack cocaine and fentanyl possession with intent to distribute. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Third New Bedford, Massachusetts, Man Charged for February 2024 Saco Shooting Pleads Guilty A third New Bedford, Massachusetts, man pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in Portland to using a firearm during and in relation to a drug trafficking crime. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Boston Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking a Child Tramonte Jamier Queen, 26, was convicted of sex trafficking of a child and transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Former Quincy Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Possession with Intent to Distribute Nearly 10 Pounds of Methamphetamine A former Quincy man, currently residing in Las Vegas, Nevada, was sentenced in federal court in Boston for distribution of methamphetamine. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Attleboro Woman Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Embezzling More Than $400,000 The former office manager for a Franklin environmental services business was sentenced in federal court in Boston for embezzling more than $400,000 from her employer. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Sober Home Manager Sentenced to 30 Months in Prison for Wire Fraud and Mortgage Fraud Schemes A manager of numerous sober homes in Massachusetts was sentenced in federal court in Boston for his involvement in three different fraud schemes. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News New Hampshire Business Owner Pleads Guilty to Obstruction of Justice A New Hampshire woman has pleaded guilty in federal court in Boston to attempting to obstruct and interfere in a grand jury investigation involving her brother. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Massachusetts Man Sentenced to More Than 12 Years in Prison for Fentanyl Distribution and Possession of a Firearm Lamiek White, 31, of Springfield, Massachusetts, was sentenced to prison for possessing more than 40 grams of fentanyl with intent to distribute and firearm crimes. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Virginia Trucker Sentenced to 17 Years in Federal Prison for Transporting a Minor to Engage in Sexual Activity A Virginia truck driver was sentenced in federal court in Rhode Island for engaging in sexual contact with a minor female who traveled with him in his tractor-trailer truck. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Two Massachusetts Residents Charged for Alleged Roles in Bank Fraud Ring A Massachusetts man and woman have been charged and arrested in connection with a scheme to defraud banks in Massachusetts. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Minneapolis Gang Member Convicted of Murder and RICO Following a two-week trial, a federal jury in Minneapolis convicted William Johnson for his involvement in a violent Minneapolis street gang and a gang-related murder in August 2021. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Federal, State, and Local Partners Form Catawba Valley Violent Crime Task Force FBI Charlotte is partnering with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to target offenders and prevent violent crimes in Catawba County. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Two Kansans Indicted for Making Threats Against Federal Officials in Separate, Unrelated Incidents In separate, unrelated cases, a federal grand jury in Wichita returned indictments charging two Kansas men with threatening violence against federal officials. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Zuni Man Sentenced for Stabbing Unarmed Victim Adrian Cheama of Zuni has been sentenced to 37 months in prison after pleading guilty to stabbing an unarmed victim with a sharp metal object. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Shiprock Man Charged Federally After Shooting Into Residence Taylon Keeswood, 20, of Shiprock, is facing federal charges in connection with a shooting that sent multiple rounds into an occupied residence. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Las Cruces Woman Charged with Assaulting a Deputy U.S. Marshal Joann Rickman of Las Cruces has been charged by criminal complaint with assaulting a Deputy United States Marshal during an attempted arrest. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Labor Union President Sentenced for Embezzling Over $280,000 in Union Funds Robert Cirilo, a Corpus Christi resident, has been sentenced to prison for one count of wire fraud and one count of embezzlement from a labor organization. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Media Alert: FBI Offers Reward for Information Regarding a Bank Robbery on Albuquerque’s East Side The FBI and Albuquerque Police Department are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who robbed the U.S. Bank located at 5620 Wyoming Boulevard NE. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Third Defendant Charged in September 2025 School Zone Shooting A third defendant has been federally charged in connection with a September 2025 school zone shooting investigation in Las Cruces. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Missouri Kindergarten Teacher Admits Possessing Child Pornography Erika L. Morton, a former Farmington, Missouri, kindergarten teacher, admitted possessing and sharing child sexual abuse material. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Sinaloa, Mexico, Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Fentanyl Conspiracy A Sinaloa, Mexico, man was sentenced in federal court on Jan. 27, 2026, for his involvement in a fentanyl drug conspiracy. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Ohio Man Sentenced to Prison for Federal Drug Crime Marquize Kuame Damon Scott was sentenced to five years and 10 months in prison for distribution of 50 grams or more of a methamphetamine mixture. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Official Admits Embezzling From St. Louis Circus A former official with a St. Louis-based non-profit circus admitted embezzling over $123,000 from December 2022 through at least September 2023. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Senior Bank Executive, Edward Gene Smith, Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault, Child Pornography, and Obstruction of Justice Offenses Edward Gene Smith of New York pleaded guilty to drugging two female victims with intent to commit sex crimes, receipt of child pornography, and obstruction of justice. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Investigation Into International ‘ATM Jackpotting’ Scheme and Tren de Aragua Results in Additional Indictment and 87 Total Charged Defendants A jury has returned an indictment charging 31 individuals for their roles in a large conspiracy to deploy malware and steal millions of dollars from ATMs in the United States. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Nassau County Detective Charged with Attempting to Sexually Exploit a Child Nassau County Detective Robert Sacco of Huntington, New York, was charged by complaint with attempted sexual exploitation of a child. Jan. 25, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Weathersfield Man Charged with Possession of 11 Firearms as a Convicted Felon and Possessing Firearms in Furtherance of Drug Trafficking Marshall Gagne of Weathersfield, Vermont, was charged with possession of firearms as a convicted felon and possessing fentanyl and cocaine with the intent to distribute. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Grand Island Man Sentenced to Five Years for Attempting Malicious Damage to Federal Property Using Explosive Materials and Destruction of Government Property Eulisis Martin, 35, of Grand Island, Nebraska, was sentenced for one count of attempting malicious damage to federal property using explosive materials. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Omaha Man Sentenced for Selling Fentanyl and Firearms Doob Tut, 32, of Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced for conspiracy to distribute fentanyl analogue and being a felon in possession of a firearm. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Operation Tidal Wave: Seven Indicted in $7.1 Million Money Laundering Conspiracy Following Investigation That Resulted in One of the Largest-Ever Firearms Seizures in the History of the Northern District of New York Seven defendants were charged with conspiring to launder $7.1 million in proceeds of a complex fraud scheme with victims from all over the world. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article

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FBI in the News Arizona Man Who Shot at Border Patrol Agents Charged An Arizona man has been charged with assault on a federal officer after he shot at a U.S. Customs and Border Protection helicopter that was assisting in his apprehension. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Tohono O'odham Woman Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Child Abuse Resulting in Death Stacie Marie Narcho, 47, of Sells, Arizona, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for child abuse. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News District of Arizona Charges 150 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct this Week The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 150 individuals. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Tucson Man Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison for Abusive Sexual Contact of a Child Cylus Miller Alvarado, 25, of Tucson, Arizona, was sentenced to 192 months in prison for abusive sexual contact of a child. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News California Man Sentenced to 37 Months in Prison for Multi-State Identity Theft and Bank Fraud Ring Charges Muhammed Drammeh, 30, of Huntington Beach, California, was sentenced to 37 months in prison for conspiracy to commit bank fraud. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News District of Arizona Charges 200 Individuals for Immigration-Related Criminal Conduct this Week During the week of enforcement operations from January 24 through January 30, 2026, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona brought immigration-related criminal charges against 200 individuals. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Federal and Local Partners Announce Results of Joint Investigation and Warn of Costly Fraud Schemes Targeting Marylanders The FBI Baltimore Field Office (FBI), Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) and Montgomery County State’s Attorney’s Office (MCSAO) are announcing results of a collaborative partnership and joint investigation centering around multifaceted fraud schemes linked to government impersonation and tech support scams targeting Maryland residents, and hundreds of other victims across the country. Feb. 2, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Georgia Man Sentenced for Fraudulent Check Scheme and Identity Theft Darrell C. Roseborough, 51, of Suwanee, Georgia, has been sentenced in federal court for his role in a fraudulent check scheme. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Overland Park, Kansas, Man Sentenced to 189 Months for Child Pornography Jason M. Shellenbergar of Overland Park, Kansas, has been sentenced to 189 months in prison for distributing, receiving, and possessing child pornography. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Charlotte Man Sentenced to 6½ Years for Possessing AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Images and Child Sexual Abuse Material Daniel Joseph Broadway, 54, of Charlotte, was sentenced to 78 months in prison for possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), some of which was AI-generated. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article

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FBI in the News Four Chinese Nationals Indicted on Charges of Human Trafficking, Immigration Violations, and Money Laundering Involving Pair of Illicit Massage Businesses in Erie Four Chinese nationals have been indicted on charges of conspiracy, human trafficking, immigration violations, and money laundering. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Luzerne County Man Sentenced to 20 Years’ Imprisonment for Drug Distribution Resulting in Death Christian Barnes of Luzerne County was sentenced for conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute fentanyl resulting in serious bodily injury and death. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News USP Cannan Inmate Charged with Assault Resulting in Serious Bodily Injury Carey Lynn Pappan, age 31, of Guthrie, Oklahoma, was indicted by a federal grand jury on assault charges. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Pottsville Man Indicted for Production and Distribution of Child Pornography Bryce Robert Elliott, age 21, of Pottsville, Pennsylvania, was indicted by a federal grand jury for the production and distribution of child pornography. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Philadelphia Business Owner Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Wire Fraud and Tax Evasion John Frances Griffin was sentenced to 36 months in prison and three years of supervised release for wire fraud and tax evasion. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Williamsport Man Charged with Production of Child Sexual Abuse Material Colin Best, age 40, of Williamsport, Pennsylvania, was indicted by a federal grand jury on a three-count indictment. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Shippensburg Man Charged with Drug Distribution Clayton Wilson, age 25, of Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, was indicted by a federal grand jury on six counts of drug trafficking. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Pomona Man Arrested and Charged with Operating an Unregistered Aircraft at Municipal Airports Following an investigation by the FBI’s LAX Joint Terrorism Task Force, a man was arrested on Tuesday for suspicion of operating an unregistered aircraft. Christian Estoque, 38, of Pomona, was charged in a federal criminal complaint filed in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles on Wednesday. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Former Google Engineer Found Guilty of Economic Espionage and Theft of Confidential AI Technology A federal jury in San Francisco convicted former Google software engineer Linwei Ding, also known as Leon Ding, 38, on seven counts of economic espionage and seven counts of theft of trade secrets for stealing thousands of pages of confidential information containing Google’s trade secrets related to artificial intelligence technology for the benefit of the People’s Republic of China (PRC). Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Local Doctor Who Tied Up, Repeatedly Raped a Woman in 1989 Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Making False Statements to FBI A Sycamore Township man, Frederick Louis Tanzer, who admitted to tying up and repeatedly raping a woman in 1989, was sentenced to the statutory maximum 180 months in prison. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Indictment Charges Man with Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIS An 18-year-old man has been indicted by a Charlotte grand jury for attempting to provide material support to the Islamic State in Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS). Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Charlotte Man Sentenced to Over Six Years for Possessing AI-Generated Child Sexual Abuse Images and Child Sexual Abuse Material A Charlotte man was sentenced to 78 months in prison for possession of child sexual abuse material (CSAM), some of which was AI-generated. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Oregon Mother and Daughter Facing New Charges Related to Forced Labor and Health Care Fraud A grand jury returned a superseding indictment charging a mother and daughter with 12 counts of conspiracy to commit health care fraud and forced labor. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Venezuelan Man Posing as High School Teen Sentenced to Prison A 24-year-old Venezuelan man residing in Perrysburg, Ohio, who was enrolled as a student at a high school, has been sentenced for lying on immigration forms. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Chester County Woman Charged by Superseding Indictment with Allegedly Running Years-Long Immigration Fraud Scheme, Committing Tax Evasion Fatima DeMaria was charged with eight counts of asylum fraud, eight counts of mail fraud, and four counts of tax evasion. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Employee Sentenced to Nine Days in Prison for Violating Security Requirements at Philadelphia International Airport Tiriq Henson of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, was sentenced to nine days’ incarceration for helping another person bypass airport security. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Eighteen Defendants Sentenced to Serve 278 Years Collectively in Federal Prison in Drug-Trafficking Conspiracy That Moved $64 Million in Methamphetamine From Mexico Into the United States A total of 18 defendants have been sentenced in the culmination of a four-year-long investigation into a drug-trafficking organization (DTO). Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News January Federal Grand Jury 2025-B Indictments Announced U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Oklahoma Clint Johnson announced the results of the January Federal Grand Jury 2025-B Indictments. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Repeat Felon Sentenced for Sexually Abusing a Child Under 12 A repeat felon, Blake Alan Miller, was sentenced to 360 months' imprisonment for abusive sexual contact with a minor under 12 in Indian Country. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Cleveland Man Sentenced to Nearly 16 Years in Prison After Feds Seized Fentanyl and Cocaine in His Nana's Basement A 34-year-old has been sentenced to prison for his role in a fentanyl and cocaine trafficking ring that he helped operate out of his grandmother’s basement. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Grand Jury Indicts Charlotte Man with Felony for Assaulting Federal Officers A federal jury has returned a criminal indictment charging a Charlotte man with a felony for assaulting federal officers conducting immigration operations. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Charlotte Man Sentenced for Civil Rights Violation A Charlotte man was sentenced to 40 months in prison for a federal civil rights violation after he threatened eight individuals with force because of their race. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Fallcatcher Principal Who Defrauded Investors Out of Approximately $5 Million Sentenced to Over Five Years in Prison Henry Ford was sentenced to 66 months in prison for defrauding investors out of approximately $5 million. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Nineteen-Year-Old Philadelphia Man Pleads Guilty to Possession of Child Pornography, Including Videos He Recorded While Sexually Abusing Two Young Children Isaiah Smith of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, entered a plea of guilty on possession of child pornography. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Owner of Money Service Business Unlawfully Residing in the U.S. Sentenced for Conspiring to Launder Drug Proceeds A Guatemalan national unlawfully residing in the U.S. was sentenced to federal prison for laundering money for drug traffickers in the Portland area. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News McLoud Man Charged with Threatening to Kill Federal Agents and Others on YouTube A federal criminal complaint has been unsealed charging Taylor Ryan Prigmore of McLoud, Oklahoma, with threatening to kill federal agents and others. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Middlesex County Man Sentenced to 180 Months in Prison for Receiving and Possessing Child Pornography Jeremy Greenwald, 47, of South Amboy, New Jersey, was sentenced to 15 years in prison for receiving and possessing images and videos depicting child pornography. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Couple Charged in COVID-19 Fraud Scheme A couple who purportedly owned two New Jersey businesses were indicted on charges that they fraudulently obtained hundreds of thousands of dollars in federal PPP loans. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Montana Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for Murder-for-Hire Conspiracy, Tampering with a Witness by Killing, Stalking Resulting in Death, and Firearm and Drug Charges A Missoula, Montana, man was sentenced following his conviction for killing two people as well as firearm and marijuana trafficking charges. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Miami Executive Sentenced in Brooklyn Federal Court to 20 Years in Prison for Massive Fraud Scheme Pushpesh Kumar Baid was sentenced to 20 years in prison for his role in schemes to defraud investors. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Managing Director of Maywood, New Jersey, Elderly and Disabled Housing Facility Admits to Embezzling Over $544,000 A Bergen County woman admitted to embezzling more than $544,000 from a residential facility located in Maywood, New Jersey, where she was employed. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Las Vegas Man Pleads Guilty to Aiming Laser Beam at Police Helicopter Sergio Octavio Sanchez of Las Vegas pleaded guilty to pointing a green laser beam at a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department helicopter as it was responding to a call. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News International Arms Dealer Sentenced to 39 Months’ Imprisonment for Conspiring to Export American-Made Firearms and Ammunition to Russia Kyrgyz national Sergei Zharnovnikov was sentenced to 39 months in prison for conspiracy to export American-made firearms. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Paterson Doctor Sentenced to 87 Months in Prison for Conspiracy to Distribute Opioids A Paterson, New Jersey, doctor was sentenced to a term of 87 months in prison for conspiring to distribute opioids without a legitimate medical reason. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Mexican National Sentenced to 15 years’ Imprisonment for Methamphetamine Charge Alberto Ayala-Ordonez, 44, of Sinaloa, Mexico, was sentenced for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Lamar Man Sentenced to 151 Months in Federal Prison for Drug Dealing Kenneth Johnston, Jr., 46, of Lamar, Nebraska, was sentenced to 151 months in pirson for the distribution of at least 50 grams of actual methamphetamine. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Hastings Man Sentenced for Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine and a Related Firearm Charge Andrew Juarez, 38, of Hastings, Nebraska, was sentenced for one count of conspiracy to distribute more than 50 grams of methamphetamine. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News New Jersey Man Charged with Federal Hate Crimes for Targeting Jewish Victims Alazim Baker was charged with two counts of committing hate crimes in connection with his assaults of Jewish victims in Manhattan on October 27, 2025. Jan. 21, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Think Before You Click: Romance Scam Warning From FBI Jacksonville Ahead of Valentine’s Day February is a time when people think about love and connection. Unfortunately, not everyone who seems to be looking for love has good intentions. FBI Jacksonville wants to make sure you are aware of perpetrators posing as perfect partners to exploit your heart and wallet. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Indian National Convicted at Trial for Sexual Assault During an Airline Flight A federal jury convicted an Indian national on charges of abusive sexual contact and assault onboard a flight. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Georgia Residents Sentenced in Multimillion-Dollar Romance Scam Multiple individuals were sentenced for their participation in a years-long romance scam that victimized more than 30 women across the country. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Illinois Church Official Arrested, Accused of Producing Child Pornography A church official from Illinois was arrested on a child pornography charge and appeared in U.S. District Court in St. Louis. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Virginia Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Traveling to Engage in Sex with a Minor Carlin M. Krause has been sentenced after pleading guilty to coercion and enticement of a minor and transporting a minor with the intent to engage in criminal sexual activity. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Florissant Man Sentenced to 170 Months on Child Pornography Charge A man caught with child sexual abuse material, including material that he had produced or solicited, was sentenced to 170 months in prison. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Rochester Man Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Have Sex with 11- and 13-Year-Old Girls Tony Rodriguez of Rochester pleaded guilty to attempted enticement of a minor, which carries a mandatory minimum penalty of 10 years in prison, a maximum of life, and a fine of $250,000. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Sharon Resident Pleads Guilty to Federal Cocaine and Firearm Charges Corey Adkins, a resident of Sharon, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to drug trafficking and firearm crimes. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Dunbar Man Pleads Guilty to Role in Kanawha County Drug Trafficking Organization Michael Allen Corkhill of Dunbar pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Western District of Virginia Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The Western District of Virginia observed National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Manitowoc Woman Receives Prison Time for Money Laundering Scheme Involving Millions Cherie Campion, 64, was sentenced to 18 months’ imprisonment, followed by three years of supervised release, for an ellaborate fraud scheme. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News District of Utah Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The District of Utah observed National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Eastern District of Wisconsin Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The Eastern District of Wisconsin joined the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) in observing National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Commissioner of Virgin Islands Department of Sports, Parks, and Recreation Sentenced for Bribery Scheme Calvert White was sentenced to five years in prison for soliciting and accepting a bribe from a government contractor. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News New Braunfels Woman to Serve Prison Sentence, Pay Over $1.25 Million for Wire Fraud A New Braunfels woman was sentenced in a federal court in San Antonio to 30 months in prison and ordered to pay more than $1.25 million in restitution for wire fraud. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Over 200 New Federal Immigration Cases Filed in Western District of Texas Federal prosecutors in the Western District of Texas filed 209 new immigration and immigration-related criminal cases from January 16 to January 22. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News 334 More Charged in New Cases Related to SDTX’s Continuing Efforts to Secure Southern Border In support of Operation Take Back America, the Southern District of Texas has filed another 331 cases in immigration and border security-related matters from January 16-22. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Eastern District of Texas Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The Eastern District of Texas observes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Chicago Man Sentenced to 19 Years’ Imprisonment for Two Armed Carjackings and an Armed Robbery Donte Patterson, 33, was sentenced to 19 years in federal prison for his role in armed carjackings in Chicago and Milwaukee and an armed robbery in West Milwaukee. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Sheriff Martin Cuellar Indicted for Misappropriating Funds The current Webb County sheriff and his assistant chief have appeared in federal court for their alleged involvement in a scheme to defraud the Webb County Sheriff’s Office. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Plano Man and Woman Convicted in Collin County Sex Trafficking Conspiracy A Plano man and woman have been convicted of federal sex trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Three-Time Sex Offender Sentenced to More Than 20 Years for Transporting Child Pornography Stephen Hans Jenkins, 40, of Trempealeau, Wisconsin, was sentenced to 246 months in federal prison for transporting child pornography. Jan. 22, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Tennessee Recognizes National Human Trafficking Prevention Month The Eastern District of Tennessee observed National Human Trafficking Prevention Month. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Dupree Man Sentenced to Federal Prison on Firearm Charge Sam Reede, age 38, of Dupree, South Dakota, has been sentenced to six months in federal prison for being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm and ammunition. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Eagle Butte Man Found Guilty of Threatening Federal Official Sam Reede, age 38, of Dupree, South Dakota, has been sentenced to six months in federal prison for being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm and ammunition. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Eagle Butte Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Sexually Abusing a Minor Colton Condon, 24, of Eagle Butte, South Dakota, has been sentenced to one year and six months in prison for abusive sexual contact. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Illegal Alien Sentenced to 11 years in Prison for Discharging a Firearm During a Business Robbery A federal judge has sentenced Roberto Juan Morales, 49, of Mexico, to 132 months in federal prison for discharging a firearm during a business robbery. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Collin County Man Indicted for Sex Trafficking in the Eastern District of Texas A Frisco man has been indicted and charged with federal sex trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Knoxville Contractors Charged with Conspiracy to Harbor Illegal Aliens for Financial Gain and to Forcibly Impede ICE Law Enforcement Actions at Hardin Valley Construction Site Tyler Shane Wells, 33, of Morristown, and Alexander Bonilla-Servin, 18, of Smyrna, have been charged with conspiring to harbor illegal aliens for financial gain. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article

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FBI in the News Massachusetts Man Charged for Assaulting Federal Officer with Dangerous Weapon Cedric E. Cundiff of Dorchester, Massachusetts, appeared in federal court for an initial appearance on a charge of assaulting a federal officer with a knife. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News FAA and FBI Announce Strict ‘No Drone Zones’ for Super Bowl LX The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in coordination with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), has established a ‘No Drone Zone’ for Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Philadelphia Warns of Romance Scams Ahead of Valentine’s Day Ahead of Valentine’s Day, the FBI Philadelphia Field Office is reminding the public to be cautious of potential romance and confidence fraud scams. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Federal Inmate, Who Smuggled Heroin Into the FDC Resulting in Fatal Overdose, Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison A 38-year-old Grays Harbor County, Washington, man was sentenced to 10 years in prison for two counts of possession of controlled substances with intent to distribute. Feb. 2, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News One Leader of Violent Home Invasion Robbery Crew Pleads Guilty to Racketeering Conspiracy Involving Robbery, Kidnapping, and Murder One of the leaders of an armed robbery crew that carried out a series of home invasion robberies in 2022, pleaded guilty to racketeering and conspiracy to commit RICO. Feb. 2, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News New Orleans Man Sentenced for Being Felon in Possession of Firearm Haven Patterson, age 43, a resident of New Orleans, was sentenced for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Wisconsin Man Pleads Guilty After Requesting Person in Philippines Sexually Abuse a Child and Record the Abuse Bradley D. Hounsell, 44, of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, pleaded guilty to one count of coercing and enticing a minor to engage in unlawful sexual conduct. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Houston-Area Resident Pleads Guilty in Stock Investment Ponzi Scheme A 40-year-old Mont Belvieu man has admitted to wire fraud in connection with a Ponzi-style investment scheme. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Remembering FBI Special Agents Alfin and Schwartzenberger on the Fifth Anniversary of Their Line-of-Duty Deaths The United States Attorney’s Office stood shoulder to shoulder with our law enforcement family to honor the lives and service of Special Agents Daniel Alfin and Laura Schwartzenberger. Feb. 2, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Long Beach Man Found Guilty of Distributing Fentanyl-Laced Cocaine That Caused Fatal Overdoses of Engaged Couple in Orange County A Long Beach man was found guilty by a jury of distributing fentanyl-laced cocaine that resulted in the overdose deaths on the same day of two victims. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Illegal Immigrant From Mexico Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison for Throwing Molotov Cocktail at LASD Deputies During Anti-ICE Riot An illegal immigrant from Mexico was sentenced to 48 months in federal prison for lighting and throwing a Molotov cocktail at law enforcement. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Missouri Man Admits Sexual Abuse of Teen William R. Murphy, 41, of Washington County, admitted to sexually abusing a girl and soliciting child sexual abuse material from her. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Hawaii Man Sentenced to Four Years in Federal Prison for Defrauding Elderly Victim Out of Nearly $2 Million John Tamahere McCabe, 42, of Kailua, Hawaii, was sentenced to 48 months in federal prison for defrauding a 79-year-old Orange County victim out of nearly $2 million. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Sacramento Man Sentenced to Over 19 Years in Prison for Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material Orest Shaynyuk, 33, of Sacramento, was sentenced to 19 years and seven months in prison and for distribution of child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Long Beach Man Pleads Guilty to Sending a Dozen Payments to Suspected ISIS Terrorists and Illegally Possessing Homemade Bomb Mark Lorenzo Villanueva, 29, pleaded guilty to federal criminal charges for sending a dozen payments to suspected members of the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Fresno Baker Man aSentenced to Three Years in Prison for SNAP Fraud Jorge Luis Rivera, 56, of Fresno, was sentenced to three years in prison and ordered to pay $3,499,999 in restitution for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud offenses. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former NATO Official and Turkish Defense Contractor Indicted for Bribery Scheme Related to Military Contracts An indictment filed in the District of Columbia was unsealed on Saturday charging a Turkish national and a German national for an alleged bribery scheme. Jan. 26, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Executive Director of South L.A.-Based Charity Arrested on Federal Complaint Alleging $23 Million Swindle of Homelessness Funds Alexander Soofer, 42, of Westwood, was arrested on a federal criminal complaint charging him with fraudulently obtaining $23 million in public money intended to combat homelessness. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Statement from FBI Cincinnati Regarding the Hailey Buzbee Investigation FBI Cincinnati, FBI Indianapolis, and partner agencies have been actively involved in the investigation related to the disappearance and death of Hailey Buzbee. Feb. 4, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News 55 People Arrested in Glynn County Operation FBI Atlanta special agents, working with law enforcement partners from across Georgia and in other states, captured 55 of 56 people indicted in a large drug trafficking case based in Glynn County and St. Simons Island. Feb. 4, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News FBI Offering Reward up to $20,000 for Information Leading to the Identification, Arrest, and Conviction of Individual(s) in Murder of Corey Adams The FBI Nashville Field Office – Memphis Resident Agency and the Shelby County Sheriff's Office are seeking information regarding the death of Corey Adams. Feb. 4, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Missouri Woman Pleads Guilty to Money Laundering Conspiracy Charge in Relation to International Grandparent Fraud Scheme Genesis Delgado Rosa, 31, a resident of Kansas City, Missouri, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of money laundering conspiracy. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Armed Career Criminal Convicted at Trial for Illegally Possessing a Firearm Duane B. Smith of Savannah has been found guilty at trial for possession of a firearm by a prohibited person and for being an armed career criminal. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 86 Border-Related Cases This Week Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California filed 86 border-related cases. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Final Charged Defendant in GirlsDoPorn Sex Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced; Adult Film Actor Sentenced to Four Years in Prison Douglas Wiederhold, a male performer in the massive GirlsDoPorn sex-trafficking conspiracy led by Michael Pratt, was sentenced in federal court. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Third Georgia State Representative Charged with Pandemic Unemployment Fraud Dexter L. Sharper, a member of the Georgia House of Representatives, was charged with making false statements. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Marietta Scam Artist Sentenced to Nearly 15 Years in Federal Prison for $13 Million PPP Fraud and Tax Scheme Carl Delano Torjagbo has been sentenced to nearly 15 years in prison and ordered to forfeit millions of dollars in cash and property he obtained from a fraudulent $9.6 million loan. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Rocky Ford Man Pleads Guilty to Multiple Firearm and Drug Charges Mario Rocha, 27, of Rocky Ford, Colorado, pleaded guilty to three counts of possessing controlled substances with the intent to distribute them. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Chinese National Pleads Guilty to Elder Fraud Scheme Jing Guo, a Chinese national residing in California, pleaded guilty in federal court, admitting she participated in an international fraud and money laundering scheme. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Southwest Georgian Faces 30 Years in Prison for Teenage Sextortion Crime A Berrien County, Georgia, man is facing up to 30 years in prison for attempting to sextort a teenager he met over Snapchat. Jan. 27, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News U.S. Attorney’s Office Filed 91 Border-Related Cases This Week Federal prosecutors in the Southern District of California filed 91 border-related cases. Jan. 23, 2026 Full Article

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FBI in the News FBI Kansas City Warns of Romance Scams Ahead of Valentine's Day As Valentine’s Day approaches, the FBI is reminding the public to beware of romance scammers, who use the illusion of love or affection to steal money. Feb. 4, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Pasadena Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Sexual Exploitation of Minors A 39-year-old Pasadena, Maryland, man will serve more than a decade in prison in connection with child sexual exploitation charges. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Farmington Man Charged for Fentanyl Distribution and Firearms Offenses Stevie Anthony Lovato of Farmington is facing federal charges for suspected federal drug trafficking and firearms violations stemming from a traffic stop. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Fresno Baker Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for SNAP Fraud

Jorge Luis Rivera, 56, of Fresno, was sentenced to three years in prison and ordered to pay $3,499,999 in restitution for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud offenses. Jan. 26, 2026

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FBI in the News New York Man and Alleged Member of Nihilistic Violent Extremist Organization 764 Charged with Receiving Child Pornography Aaron Corey, also known as “Baggeth,” of Albany, New York, appeared in federal court after being charged with receiving child pornography. Feb. 4, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Ryan Wesley Routh Sentenced to Life in Prison for Attempted Assassination of President Donald J. Trump and Assault of a Federal Law Enforcement Officer Ryan Wesley Routh, 59, was sentenced to life plus 84 months in federal prison for the attempted assassination of then-presidential candidate Donald J. Trump and related violent and firearms offenses. Feb. 4, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News Maryland Man Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Provide Material Support to ISIS Michael Sam Teekaye, Jr., 22, of Hanover, Maryland, entered a guilty plea in federal court in connection with charges stemming from his attempt to join and fight for ISIS. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Baltimore County Softball Coach Indicted on Child Sex Crimes A federal grand jury indicted a Perry Hall, Maryland, softball coach in connection with child sexual abuse charges. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Former Government Official Pleads Guilty to Bribery Conspiracy A former General Services Administration (GSA) contracting officer’s representative pleaded guilty for his role in agreeing to accept bribes. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Four Georgia Men Sentenced for Drug Trafficking Four Columbus, Georgia, men have now been sentenced for their roles in a drug trafficking organization centered in Columbus. Jan. 28, 2026 Full Article

FBI in the News FBI Seeking Potential Victims or Witnesses in Civil Rights Investigation Involving Former Raleigh Police Officer The FBI Charlotte Division, the Raleigh Police Department (RPD), and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) are seeking information to identify potential victims or witnesses in an ongoing investigation involving former Raleigh Police Department Officer Tremale Cogdell. Feb. 5, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Florida Man Sentenced to 327 Months in Prison for Sex Trafficking Two Women in Daytona Delon Richard Smith, 47, of Daytona, was sentenced after pleading guilty to two charges of sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion and one count of conspiracy to commit the same. Feb. 4, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Apopka Man Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Federal Prison for Wire Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft Keith Oelerich, 62, of Apopka, has been sentenced to five years and five months in federal prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Ocala Man Sentenced to Over 10 Years in Federal Prison for Double Robbery Danny Anzardo, 46, of Ocala, has been sentenced to 10 years and 10 months in federal prison for interference with commerce by robbery and brandishing a firearm. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Two Men Sentenced for Kidnapping and Human Smuggling Scheme Two Guatemalan nationals were sentenced to prison for orchestrating a ransom scheme in which they held 11 undocumented immigrants captive and extorted their families under threats of violence and cartel retaliation. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Jacksonville Man Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Entice a 13-Year-Old Child to Engage in Sexual Activity Tony Leroy Bartley, Jr., 37, of Jacksonville, has pleaded guilty to using the internet to attempt to entice a 13-year-old child to engage in sexual activity. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News McKees Rocks Felon Sentenced to Prison for Possession of Firearm Jamar Everett, 21, a resident of McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced in federal court to 27 months of incarceration on his conviction of violating federal firearm laws. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Alexandria Sex Offender Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison for Repeat Child Sexual Abuse Material Offenses An Alexandria man was sentenced to 22 years in prison for distributing and possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM). Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Inmate Pleads Guilty to Racketeering Activity at Cambria County Prison Blake Young, 36, a resident of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to a charge of violating federal racketeering laws. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Two Defendants Plead Guilty to Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Trafficking Charges A resident of Claysburg, Pennsylvania, and a resident of Reading, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty in federal court to charges of violating federal narcotics laws. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News U.S. Department of Justice Announces Compensation Process for Victims of Chinese Liberal Education Holdings Ltd. (CLEU) Investment Fraud Scheme The Department of Justice announced the launch of the CLEU remission fund to compensate victims of an alleged pump-and-dump investment fraud scheme. Feb. 3, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Founder of Punjabi Devils Motorcycle Club Stockton Pleads Guilty to Unlawfully Dealing in Firearms and Possessing a Machine Gun Jashanpreet Singh, 27, of Lodi, pleaded guilty to unlawfully dealing firearms and unlawfully possessing a machine gun. Feb. 2, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News D.C. Public Schools Employee Charged with Distributing Child Pornography Dandre Eric Davis, 31, a Maryland resident and employee at Luke C. Moore Opportunities Academy in Washington, D.C., was charged with distribution of child pornography. Feb. 2, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Canadian National Pleads Guilty to Sexually Exploiting Over 100 Children Online A Canadian national pleaded guilty after admitting he sexually exploited over 100 children by creating an online persona and targeting them on social media. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Canadian Citizen Pleads Guilty in D.C. in Sextortion Scheme That Targeted 145 Children in the U.S. Ramanan Pathmanathan, 40, of Toronto, Canada, pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court in connection with a prolific sextortion scheme that targeted more than 100 young children. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Maryland Man Charged with Distributing Child Pornography Brandon Postow, 40, of Maryland, was charged with distribution of child pornography. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Double-Dealing Duo Sentenced for Mortgage and Investment Fraud Scheme Two former financial services specialists were sentenced for conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud affecting financial institutions. Jan. 30, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Virginia Man Pleads Guilty to Making a Bomb Threat on a Plane Taj Malik Taylor, 27, of Madison Heights, has pleaded guilty to one count of false information and making threats. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News U.S. Obtains Legal Title to $400 Million in Assets Tied to Helix Cryptocurrency Mixer The United States last week obtained legal title to more than $400 million worth of seized cryptocurrencies, real estate, and monetary assets. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Detroit Man Pleads Guilty to 11 Felony Drug Crimes, Admitting to Role in Huntington-Area Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Lamarr Anthony Welch pleaded guilty to 11 drug offenses, admitting to his role in a drug trafficking organization that distributed methamphetamine and fentanyl. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Title Company Owner Sentenced for Embezzlement Jonathan Yasko, 46, of Winter Springs, has been sentenced to 27 months in federal prison for wire fraud. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article FBI in the News Orlando Man Indicted for Bank Fraud, False Statements, and Obstruction Donald Heflin Mitchell, 49, of Orlando, has been charged with six counts of bank fraud, two counts of false statements on loan applications, and one count of obstruction of justice. Jan. 29, 2026 Full Article