Tag: federal_bureau_of_investigation
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D.C. Man Pleads Guilty to Armed Robberies of Fast-Food Restaurants
Alvin Ponson, 67, of D.C., pleaded guilty to armed robberies of a Chipotle and Jersey Mike's in Northeast Washington D.C. He used a handgun in the January 2026 incidents and awaits sentencing in September.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Alvin PonsonWashington D.C.Armed RobberyHobbs ActJersey Mike'sChipotleFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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New Orleans Man Indicted for Federal Bank Robbery
New Orleans man Dustin Badeaux, 41, has been indicted for federal bank robbery after allegedly taking $1800 from a Canal Street bank. He faces up to 20 years in prison as authorities continue Operation Take Back America.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Dustin BadeauxNew OrleansBank RobberyFederal Bureau of InvestigationOperation Take Back AmericaIndictmentViolent CrimeFBI
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NIH Researchers Charged with Smuggling Monkeypox into U.S.
Two NIH researchers face charges for allegedly smuggling deactivated monkeypox virus from the Republic of Congo into the U.S. and making false statements to federal agents at Detroit Metro Airport.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalMedical ScienceAfrica Vincent MunsterClaude KweNational Institutes of HealthMonkeypoxSmugglingDetroit Metropolitan AirportFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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New Orleans Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug and Firearms Charges
New Orleans man Robert Polk, 23, pleaded guilty to federal drug-trafficking and firearms offenses, including possessing tapentadol with intent to distribute and being a felon in possession of a stolen firearm. He faces substantial prison time.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesGeneral Politics Robert PolkNew OrleansDrug TraffickingFirearms OffensesTapentadolOperation Take Back AmericaFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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Illinois Inmate Pleads Guilty to Second-Degree Murder in Mississippi Prison Killing
John S. Andrews, 42, pleaded guilty to second-degree murder for killing a fellow inmate at a federal prison in Yazoo City, Mississippi. He faces up to life in prison, with sentencing set for September 4, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues John S. AndrewsYazoo CityMississippiFederal Correctional ComplexSecond Degree MurderInmateFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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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.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesFederal Government Beverleta TayahNavajo NationAssaultShootingFederal Bureau of InvestigationNew MexicoCriminal JusticeFBI
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Ohio Man Sentenced to 12 Years for West Virginia Meth Conspiracy
Catra "Trey" Nelson, 50, of Zanesville, Ohio, received a 12-year federal prison sentence for conspiring to distribute over 40 pounds of methamphetamine in West Virginia, following an FBI investigation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Catra NelsonMethamphetamineDrug TraffickingWest VirginiaZanesville, OhioFederal Bureau of InvestigationSentencingFBI
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Boalsburg Woman Sentenced for Bankruptcy Fraud
A Boalsburg woman was sentenced to 15 months in prison for bankruptcy fraud involving her bed and breakfast. She and her husband concealed bank activity and an account during proceedings.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomy Kristina JohnsonBoalsburgBankruptcy FraudSpringfield Bed & BreakfastFederal Bureau of InvestigationSentencingJohn J. Johnson IIFBI
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Scranton Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Crimes
Scranton's Jimmy Bell, 33, received a 240-month prison sentence for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine and marihuana, and for firearms offenses. The case, part of Operation Take Back America, involved a felon possessing weapons with obliterated serial numbers.
Law EnforcementUSALegalFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial Issues Jimmy BellScrantonPennsylvaniaDrug TraffickingFirearms OffensesFederal Bureau of InvestigationOperation Take Back AmericaFBI
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Inmate Sentenced to Additional 37 Months for Contraband Smuggling at Brooklyn Federal Prison
Daryl Campbell received a 37-month consecutive prison sentence for orchestrating a contraband smuggling scheme at Brooklyn's Metropolitan Detention Center. He used a "fishing" method to bring in drugs and weapons, jeopardizing safety.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Daryl CampbellMetropolitan Detention CenterBrooklynContraband SmugglingPrisonFederal Bureau of InvestigationSentencingFBI
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Woodburn Man Pleads Guilty to Threatening U.S. Senator
Donald Leroy Smith, Jr., 51, of Woodburn, Oregon, pleaded guilty to threatening a U.S. Senator. He faces up to 10 years in prison for leaving a death threat voicemail. Sentencing is set for August 26, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegal Donald Leroy Smith Jr.WoodburnOregonU.S. SenatorThreatsViolent CrimeFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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D.C. Man Found Guilty of Murdering Father of Four in Deanwood
Jamil Whitley, 38, was convicted of second-degree murder in the 2020 shooting death of Kevin Redd in Washington, D.C. Sentencing is set for July 17, 2026.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegal Jamil WhitleyKevin ReddWashington D.C.DeanwoodMurderFirearms OffensesFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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APRN Charged with Defrauding Connecticut Medicaid of Over $1.3 Million
A Florida APRN, Marisol Rodriguez, faces federal charges for allegedly defrauding Connecticut's Medicaid program of over $1.35 million by billing for unprovided medication management services between 2022 and 2025.
HealthLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsMedical ScienceSocial Issues Marisol RodriguezConnecticut MedicaidHealthcare FraudAPRNFederal Bureau of InvestigationU.S. Department of Health and Human ServicesLehigh AcresFBI
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mIQroTech Founder Indicted for $7 Million Investor Fraud
Meade Lewis, CEO of mIQroTech, Inc., faces five wire fraud counts for allegedly defrauding investors of over $7 million through false statements and personal enrichment. He faces up to 20 years per count if convicted.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalEconomyFinancial Markets Meade LewismIQroTech Inc.Wire FraudInvestor FraudOil and Gas IndustryTampa, FloridaFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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Panama City Man Indicted for Attempted Enticement of a Minor
Austen Scott Tucker, 29, of Panama City, Florida, faces federal charges for attempted enticement of a minor. His jury trial is set for July 20, 2026, with potential penalties ranging from 10 years to life imprisonment.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Austen Scott TuckerPanama City, FloridaAttempted EnticementMinorFederal Bureau of InvestigationProject Safe ChildhoodCriminal JusticeFBI
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Former DOJ Attorney Indicted for Concealing Government Records
A former Department of Justice attorney faces federal charges for allegedly altering file names and transmitting sealed government records to personal email accounts, potentially violating a court order.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegal Carmen Mercedes LinebergerDepartment of JusticeFederal Bureau of InvestigationFort PierceGovernment RecordsIndictmentLegal ProceedingsFBI
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Felon Charged After Shooting at Grand Prairie Police Officers During Domestic Incident
A convicted felon, Malik Williams, faces federal firearm charges after allegedly shooting an AR-15 at Grand Prairie Police officers during a domestic violence call. He was on parole for multiple prior felonies.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesLegal Malik WilliamsGrand Prairie Police DepartmentFirearmDomestic ViolenceFederal Bureau of InvestigationTexasFBI
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Zuni Man Charged with Aggravated Sexual Abuse of a Minor
Anthony Kaamasee, 40, faces aggravated sexual abuse charges in federal court for alleged acts with a minor between 2013 and 2015. The Zuni man remains in custody, facing a minimum of 30 years if convicted.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Anthony KaamaseeZuni PuebloSexual AbuseChild ExploitationFederal Bureau of InvestigationNew MexicoProject Safe ChildhoodFBI
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Huntington Man Sentenced to Prison for Fentanyl Distribution
Alante Omar Allen, 33, of Huntington, received a three-month prison sentence for distributing fentanyl. The conviction stems from a 2022 sale of 20.5 grams to a confidential informant.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentHealthLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Alante Omar AllenHuntingtonFentanylDrug TraffickingPrisonFederal Bureau of InvestigationCabell County Sheriff’s OfficeFBI
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Minnesota Residents Arrested in $21 Million Medicaid Fraud Scheme
Two Minnesota residents, Shamso Ahmed Hassan and Hanaan Mursal Yusuf, have been arrested for a $21 million Medicaid fraud scheme. They face charges including health care fraud and money laundering, stemming from a four-year operation involving false claims.
Politics and GovernmentHealthLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues Shamso Ahmed HassanHanaan Mursal YusufMedicaid fraudMinnesotaHomeland Security InvestigationsFederal Bureau of InvestigationHealth Care FraudU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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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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Illinois Man Sentenced to 15½ Years for Elder Gold Bar Fraud Conspiracy
An Illinois man received a 15½-year prison sentence for his role as a courier in an elder fraud conspiracy involving over $6 million in gold bars and cash, targeting victims aged 61 to 80.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentLegalEconomySocial Issues Elder FraudSyed M. MakkiGold BarsFinancial FraudKansas CityIllinoisFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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Former Corrections Employee Pleads Guilty to Detainee Sexual Abuse
Arthur Foster, a former Detroit federal corrections employee, pleaded guilty to sexually abusing a detainee at Cherry Health Community Treatment Center. The incident, which occurred in February 2025, highlights a breach of public trust and federal zero-tolerance policies.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Arthur FosterSexual AbuseCorrections EmployeeDetroit, MichiganGuilty PleaFederal Bureau of InvestigationCherry Health Community Treatment CenterFBI
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New Orleans Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Armed Robbery and Firearm Offenses
Jeremiah Mills, 28, received a 20-year federal prison sentence for armed robbery, attempted robbery, and firearm violations in New Orleans. The conviction stems from a 2025 Food Mart robbery and subsequent apprehension.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Jeremiah MillsNew OrleansHobbs Act RobberyFirearm OffensesFelon in PossessionOperation Take Back AmericaFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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Sacramento Man Sentenced to 22.5 Years for Child Sexual Exploitation
Michael David Dickey, 31, received a 22.5-year prison sentence in Sacramento for sexually exploiting a minor. His dark web activities and extensive collection of child sexual abuse material led to his conviction.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesComputers and Internet Michael David DickeySacramentoChild Sexual ExploitationPrison SentenceDark WebFederal Bureau of InvestigationProject Safe ChildhoodFBI
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New Boston Woman Pleads Guilty in $4.6 Million Child Modeling Fraud
A New Boston woman pleaded guilty to wire fraud in a $4.6 million child modeling scheme, defrauding a family and using funds for gambling. She faces up to 20 years in prison.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessFederal GovernmentLegalEconomy Chanise CoyneChild ModelingFraud SchemeWire FraudDetroitGamblingFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
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Eagle Butte Man Convicted of Sexual Abuse in Federal Court
Emanual Semon, 24, of Eagle Butte, was convicted of sexual abuse charges by a federal jury in South Dakota. The incident occurred on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, and sentencing is pending.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Emanual SemonSexual AbuseEagle ButtePine Ridge Indian ReservationSouth DakotaFederal Bureau of InvestigationProject Safe ChildhoodFBI
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71-Year-Old Columbia Man Faces Federal Bank Robbery Charges
A 71-year-old Columbia, Mo., man faces federal charges for bank robbery, brandishing a firearm, and illegal possession after allegedly taking $6,000 from a downtown bank. The case is part of Operation Take Back America.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Basil Jacob KylesBank RobberyColumbia, MissouriFirearm OffensesFederal Bureau of InvestigationOperation Take Back AmericaViolent CrimeFBI
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Asian Boyz Gang Member Sentenced to 11 Years for Methamphetamine Distribution
Lowell's Isiah Lyons, an Asian Boyz gang member, received an 11-year federal prison sentence for distributing methamphetamine pills. The conviction follows an investigation into the gang's drug network, involving sales to an undercover agent.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentUSA Isiah LyonsAsian Boyz gangMethamphetamineDrug TraffickingLowell, MassachusettsFederal Bureau of InvestigationOperation Take Back AmericaFBI
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Port Charlotte Man Pleads Guilty to Child Enticement
James Gregory Ford, 34, of Port Charlotte, pleaded guilty to coercing a minor into sexual activity. He faces 10 years to life in prison after exchanging explicit images via social media, leading to a federal investigation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentSocial IssuesFederal GovernmentLegalGeneral Politics Child ExploitationGuilty PleaJames Gregory FordPort CharlotteFederal Bureau of InvestigationSocial MediaProject Safe ChildhoodFBI