Tag: assault
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ICE Arrests "Worst of the Worst" Criminal Illegal Aliens for Serious Crimes
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced the arrest of several criminal illegal aliens, including individuals convicted of child molestation, rape, and assault, across multiple states, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance public safety.
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Fairfax County Police Seek Public Assistance in Idylwood Malicious Wounding Case
Fairfax County Police seek public help after a malicious wounding in Idylwood on July 5 left a man with life-threatening injuries. Detectives believe the assault occurred near Route 29 and Graham Road.
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Macy Man Sentenced for Assaulting Federal Officer
Britain Snyder, 23, of Macy, Nebraska, was sentenced to one year and one day in federal prison for assaulting a federally funded Omaha Nation police officer during an arrest on the reservation.
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Lower Brule Man Sentenced to Over Seven Years for Assaulting Federal Officer
Cody Crazy Bull, 35, received a 7-year, 3-month federal prison sentence for assaulting a Bureau of Indian Affairs officer with his vehicle in Lower Brule, South Dakota, while evading arrest.
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New Mexico Brothers Indicted on Federal Assault Charges
Two Navajo Nation brothers from Cuba, New Mexico, face federal charges for a violent assault with a metal bar and shovel that seriously injured a man. They remain on release, awaiting trial, and could face up to 10 years in…
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Memphis Man Sentenced for Attempted Assault on Federal Agent
Courtney Richardson received a 34-month prison sentence for attempting to hit an ATF agent with his vehicle during an arrest attempt in Memphis. The incident involved a high-speed evasion and multiple crashes before his eventual arrest.
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Zuni Man Charged Federally in Hammer Assault Seriously Injuring Two
Errick Waikaniwa, a Zuni man, faces federal charges for allegedly assaulting two victims with a hammer in Zuni, New Mexico, on July 5, 2026. The attack caused severe injuries, including a skull fracture and facial trauma, requiring hospitalization for both…
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New Hampshire Man Charged with Assaulting Deputy U.S. Marshal in Vermont
Christopher Palermo, 49, of New Hampshire, faces charges for assaulting a Deputy U.S. Marshal in Vermont. He allegedly bit the officer while resisting arrest on April 24, 2026, and has been ordered detained pending trial.
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Inmate Sentenced for Armed Assault on Correctional Officer in Indian Country
Inmate Zavius Alexander Burgess received a 71-month federal prison sentence for assaulting a correctional officer with a homemade knife in Indian Country, to be served consecutively to his current life sentences.
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Albuquerque Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearms and Assault Charges
Jason Paul Baca, 36, pleaded guilty to federal firearms and assault charges after brandishing a loaded pistol at federal task force officers during a traffic stop in Albuquerque, facing significant prison time.
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FCI Allenwood Inmate Indicted for Weapon Possession and Assault
Mark Villareal, an inmate at FCI Allenwood, has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly possessing an inmate-manufactured knife and using it to assault another prisoner, facing up to 10 years in prison.
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Man Pleads Guilty to Stabbing Passenger on Las Vegas-Bound Flight
Julio Alvarez Lopez pleaded guilty to stabbing a passenger with a homemade weapon on a flight to Las Vegas. The victim sustained injuries, and Lopez faces sentencing in September 2026.
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MS-13 Inmate Sentenced for Assault on Prison Official
An MS-13 gang member, Bryan Galicia-Barillas, received an additional 18-month sentence for assaulting a Bureau of Prisons official at Yazoo Correctional Complex. This new term will be served consecutively to his existing sentence for racketeering and murder.
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Zuni Man Charged Federally for Machete Attack
A Zuni man, Ronnie Shack, faces federal charges for allegedly attacking another man with a machete in Zuni, New Mexico. The victim was hospitalized, and Shack could face up to 20 years in prison if convicted.
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Zuni Man Charged Federally After Violent Assault and Car Chase
A Zuni man faces federal charges for a violent assault in New Mexico, allegedly using a knife and baseball bat, then attempting to run victims off the road after they sought medical help.
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ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Aliens for Violent Crimes and Drug Trafficking
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced recent arrests of criminal illegal aliens convicted of murder, assault, and drug trafficking. The agency reports nearly 70% of its arrests involve individuals charged or convicted of crimes, reaffirming its mission to protect Americans.
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Church Rock Woman Federally Charged with Dating Partner Assault
Tiffany Jim, a Church Rock woman and Navajo Nation member, faces federal charges for allegedly assaulting her dating partner, leading to hospitalization. She could face up to 15 years in prison if convicted.
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Prewitt Woman Pleads Guilty to Stabbing Assault
A Prewitt woman, Naomi Martinez, 24, a Navajo Nation member, pleaded guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon for stabbing a man in January 2026. She faces up to 10 years in prison for the violent attack.
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Men Sentenced for Alien Smuggling and Assaulting Federal Officers in Laredo
Two men, Adrian Isaac Pimentel-Garcia and Juan Carlos Lopez Jr., received 36-month federal prison sentences in Laredo, Texas, for alien smuggling and assaulting Border Patrol agents during separate incidents. Their actions were part of a broader crackdown.
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Arizona Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison for Drunk Driving Crash
An Arizona woman, Shaina Shorty, received a one-year federal prison sentence for a 2023 drunk driving crash that seriously injured two people. She pleaded guilty to assault and will face two years of supervised release.
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Crownpoint Man Sentenced for Strangulation and Officer Assault
Jason K. Thompson, a Crownpoint man, received a 42-month federal prison sentence for strangling a woman and assaulting a Navajo Nation police officer with a taser during a domestic violence incident, followed by an escape and recapture.
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District of Arizona Charges 271 in Week-Long Immigration Enforcement Operations
The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Arizona charged 271 individuals for immigration offenses, including illegal entry, re-entry, and alien smuggling, during a recent enforcement week, supported by federal agencies.
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Hogback Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearms Charges After Violent Assault
Renaldo Descheny, a Hogback man and Navajo Nation member, pleaded guilty to federal firearms offenses after assaulting a woman with a gun. He faces significant prison time for the violent incident investigated by the FBI and Navajo Nation Police.
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Passenger Charged After Allegedly Attempting to Open Aircraft Doors Mid-Flight, Assaulting Traveler
A Chicago man, Juan Gabriel Reyes, 51, faces federal charges after allegedly attempting to open aircraft doors and assaulting a passenger during a flight from San Juan to Chicago, forcing a diversion to Miami. He was arrested upon landing.
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Passenger Charged After Allegedly Attempting to Open Aircraft Doors Mid-Flight, Assaulting Traveler
A Chicago man, Juan Gabriel Reyes, 51, faces federal charges after allegedly attempting to open aircraft doors and assaulting a passenger during a flight from San Juan to Chicago, forcing a diversion to Miami. He was arrested upon landing.
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Peever Man Sentenced to Over Six Years in Federal Prison for Double Assault
Brandon Jared St. John, 45, of Peever, South Dakota, received a federal prison sentence of over six years for assaulting two women in Sisseton in 2021. The case was prosecuted under the Major Crimes Act.
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Gallup Man Charged Federally for 2024 Assault on Navajo Nation Member
Russell Lee Saunders, Sr., 45, a Navajo Nation member from Gallup, faces federal charges for an alleged 2024 assault resulting in serious injury. He remains in custody, awaiting trial, and could face up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
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Navajo Nation Woman Pleads Guilty to Federal Assault Charges
Beverleta Tayah, a Navajo Nation member, pleaded guilty to federal assault charges for shooting a man in the chest in 2024. She faces up to 10 years in prison and supervised release, along with victim restitution.
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Morris County Man Charged with Assaulting Federal Officers in Newark
A Morris County man faces charges for assaulting federal officers during a Newark demonstration. Brendan John Geier allegedly kicked one ICE officer and bit two others while refusing to clear a road near Delaney Hall.
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Inmates Federally Charged in Brutal Doña Ana County Detention Center Assault
Three inmates face federal charges for a brutal 22-second assault on a correction officer at Doña Ana County Detention Center, leaving him unconscious and tased. The officer was assisting the U.S. Marshals Service.
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