Tag: conspiracy
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Queens Man Convicted in Extortion Conspiracy Linked to Victim's Murder
Queens man Shlomo Patchiav, 45, was convicted of extortion conspiracy in Brooklyn, facing up to 20 years. The case involved threats over a failed luxury watch deal and is linked to the victim's subsequent murder.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalFederal GovernmentGeneral Politics Shlomo PatchiavExtortionConspiracyBrooklynFBIShehroz TokhirovViolent Crime
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Florida Woman Pleads Guilty in Multi-State Bank Fraud Scheme
A Florida woman pleaded guilty to bank fraud conspiracy in Rochester, N.Y., involving stolen and counterfeit checks totaling over $200,000. She faces up to five years in prison and agreed to pay restitution.
Law EnforcementBusinessLegalEconomyFederal GovernmentBanking Renee M. ThompsonBank fraudConspiracyRochester, N.Y.Federal Bureau of InvestigationInternal Revenue ServiceFinancial CrimeFBI
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Dual Citizen Sentenced to Six Years for Money Laundering Conspiracy
A dual U.S.-Nigerian citizen received a six-year prison sentence for a money laundering conspiracy involving over $3.4 million, including funds from a fraudulent EIDL loan. His co-conspirator also received a prison term.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessWorldLegalFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsAfrica Eseosa Brigut OmoruyiMoney LaunderingNewport News, VirginiaFBIIRS Criminal InvestigationEconomic Injury Disaster LoanConspiracy
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New Hampshire Woman Pleads Guilty in Multi-State Drug Trafficking Case
Shannon Halloran, 35, of Pittsfield, NH, pleaded guilty to drug conspiracy charges. She was a re-distributor in a DTO trafficking methamphetamine across New Hampshire and Massachusetts, facing significant prison time.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Shannon HalloranPittsfield, New HampshireDrug TraffickingMethamphetamineConspiracyFBIHomeland Security Task Force
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Dominican National Pleads Guilty in New Hampshire Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
Michael Suazo Tejada, 22, pleaded guilty in federal court to his role in a methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy operating in New Hampshire and Massachusetts, facing a minimum of 10 years in prison.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalSocial Issues Michael Suazo TejadaDrug TraffickingNew HampshireMethamphetamineHomeland Security Task ForceFBIConspiracy
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Former Healthcare CEO Sentenced to Five Years for $212 Million Investment Fraud
Former healthcare CEO Parmjit Parmar received a five-year prison sentence for orchestrating a $212 million investment fraud. He inflated company value with fake acquisitions and revenue, leading to bankruptcy and over $125 million in restitution.
BusinessLaw EnforcementEconomyFinancial MarketsLegalFederal Government Parmjit ParmarSecurities FraudInvestment FraudHealthcareNew JerseyFBIConspiracy
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Jumoke Cryer Convicted in Major Methamphetamine and Cocaine Trafficking Case
Jumoke Ace Maceo Cryer, 38, was found guilty of methamphetamine and cocaine trafficking conspiracy and body armor possession in St. Paul. Evidence included 140 pounds of narcotics and body armor at his home.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Jumoke Ace Maceo CryerDrug TraffickingMethamphetamineCocaineSt. PaulBody ArmorConspiracyFBI
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Maryland Men Sentenced, Convicted in Multi-State Drug Prescription Conspiracy
Two Maryland men, Obioma Alozie Ndubuka and Kenechukwu Brian Okwara, faced court today for conspiring with Dr. Rotimi Iluyomade to illegally distribute controlled substances across multiple states. Ndubuka was sentenced, and Okwara pleaded guilty.
Law EnforcementHealthPolitics and GovernmentLegalMedical ScienceFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Drug TraffickingPrescription DrugsConspiracyObioma Alozie NdubukaKenechukwu Brian OkwaraDr. Rotimi IluyomadeRoanoke, VirginiaFBI
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Four D.C. Men Indicted in "Jaws of Life" ATM Robbery Spree
Four District men face a 27-count indictment for allegedly using the "Jaws of Life" to rob convenience store ATMs across Maryland and D.C. between January and March 2025, announced U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues ATM RobberiesJaws of LifeDistrict of ColumbiaMarylandIndictmentConspiracyFBI
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Former Walgreen's Manager Sentenced for Orchestrating Inside-Job Robberies
A former Walgreen's manager in Washington D.C. received a 32-month prison sentence for her role in seven inside-job robberies. The sentence is significantly less than what prosecutors sought for the scheme that netted nearly $29,000.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues London TeeterWalgreen'sChinatownRobberySentencingWashington D.C.ConspiracyFBI
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Three Nigerian Nationals Charged in Online Romance and Wire Fraud Conspiracy
Three Nigerian nationals have been charged by FBI Boston for their alleged roles in an online romance and wire fraud conspiracy, marking a significant development in the case.
Law EnforcementBusinessNigeriaLegalEconomyFinancial MarketsSocial Issues Nigerian nationalsOnline romanceWire fraudConspiracyFBI BostonChargesFraudFBI
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Indian National Pleads Guilty to Role in Multimillion-Dollar Gambling Ring
An Indian national has pleaded guilty in federal court for his involvement in a multimillion-dollar illegal gambling conspiracy, according to an announcement from the FBI Kansas City office.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessWorldLegalFederal GovernmentEconomyAsiaIndia CrimeGamblingFBIKansas CityFederal CourtConspiracy
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Detroit Man Sentenced for Fentanyl Crime
Franklin Fitzgerald Elly of Detroit, Michigan, has been sentenced to over 11 years in prison for conspiracy to distribute fentanyl. The sentence was handed down by the FBI Pittsburgh.
Law EnforcementDisasters FentanylDrug TraffickingFBI PittsburghSentencingDetroitConspiracyCrimeFBI
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Venezuelan Nationals Indicted in ATM 'Jackpotting' Conspiracy
Two Venezuelan nationals indicted for conspiracy to steal cash from ATMs in Merced and Tulare Counties and six other western states using malware in a scheme known as ATM jackpotting.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementLegalBusinessVenezuelaFederal GovernmentBankingFinancial MarketsLaw Enforcement ATM JackpottingIndictmentConspiracyFinancial CrimeMerced CountyTulare CountyCybercrimeFBI
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Indian National Pleads Guilty to Visa Fraud Conspiracy in Boston
Rambhai Patel pleaded guilty in Boston federal court to visa fraud conspiracy, staging armed robberies for immigration benefits. Sentencing is set for August 20, 2025, with potential deportation.
Politics and GovernmentLegalWorldIndiaFederal GovernmentLaw Enforcement Visa FraudRambhai PatelBostonMassachusettsU VisaConspiracyImmigrationFBI
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Four Sentenced in Alabama Murder-for-Hire Conspiracy
Judy Owen and Mitzy Smith convicted of conspiracy to commit murder for hire. Judge Jeffrey U. Beaverstock sentenced Owen, Grimes, and Montgomery to prison, while Smith received time served.
Politics and GovernmentLegalLaw EnforcementFederal Government Murder for HireSouthern District of AlabamaJudy OwenMitzy SmithJeffrey U. BeaverstockFederal Bureau of InvestigationConspiracyFBI