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Phoenix in the News Hualapai Tribe Member Charged Federally for Assault Rae Ashley Paya was indicted for kidnapping, robbery, assault resulting in serious bodily injury, and assault with a dangerous weapon. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News More Than 700 Members of Transnational Organized Crime Groups Arrested in Central America in U.S.-Assisted Operation Senior law enforcement officials from the U.S., El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras announced charges against more than 700 members of transnational criminal organizations under Operation Regional Shield. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article Chicago in the News Owner and Employees of Chicago-Area Child Care Centers Charged with Defrauding Illinois Low-Income Daycare Program Out of $6.1 Million Aleesha McDowell, the owner of Chicago-area child care centers, and several of her employees schemed to pocket more than $6.1 million from a State of Illinois program. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Former Oconomowoc Investment Broker Charged with $2.6 Million Wire Fraud Edward Matthes, a former Oconomowoc investment broker, entered into an agreement to plead guilty to wire fraud charges. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article Sacramento in the News Second Extradited Israeli Fugitive Pleads Guilty to Conducting Illegal Gambling Business, Money Laundering, and Failure to Appear Orel Gohar, formerly of San Francisco, pleaded guilty to conducting an illegal gambling business, conspiracy to commit money laundering, and failure to appear. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article

El Paso in the News FBI El Paso Issues Warning About Holiday Shopping Scams With more people than ever before shopping online, FBI El Paso wants to warn shoppers to be diligent about what gifts they are buying. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article San Antonio in the News Young Man Sent to Prison for Making Bomb Threats on Twitter Joel Hayden Schrimsher, a resident of Harlingen, has been ordered to prison after he claimed he was being edgy when threatening to destroy the Federal Reserve. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article Houston in the News 'Tis the Season for Holiday Online Shopping Scams With the holiday shopping underway, the FBI is reminding you to beware of scams to steal your money and personal information. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article Houston in the News Local Man Who Attempted to Orchestrate $51 Million Fraud Scheme Sent to Prison John Wesley Sarpy of Houston received a 135-month sentence for his conviction of wire fraud. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article New Orleans in the News Convenience Store Operator Pleads Guilty to Gun and Drug Charges Hafiz Alkhawajah pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting a conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute heroin and cocaine base. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article New Orleans in the News Hollygrove Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Charges Brian Tillman of Hollygrove pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with the intent to distribute more than 100 grams of heroin and other drugs. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article

Boston in the News Boston Man Arrested Carrying Loaded Firearm at MBTA Station in Boston Pepo Herd El of Boston has been arrested and charged with illegally carrying a loaded pistol. Nov. 27, 2020 Full Article Salt Lake City in the News Ex-Manager of Flathead Irrigation Board Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Embezzlement Johanna Estella Clark, the former executive manager of a Flathead area irrigation board, was sentenced to prison after she admitted to stealing from the organization. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article Cleveland in the News Two Youngstown Men Each Sentenced to More Than 15 Years for Multiple Armed Robberies Melvin Lee Jackson and Edgar Ramirez, both of Youngstown, were sentenced after they each pleaded guilty to committing a string of armed robberies. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Former Credit Union Employee Sentenced for Embezzlement Kaylyn Wolfe of Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to one day of imprisonment for embezzling from Members 1st Federal Credit Union. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article Philadelphia in the News Philadelphia Electrical Contractor Indicted for Bank, Tax Fraud, and Theft of Union Benefit Funds Donald Dougherty of Philadelphia has been charged by indictment with multiple charges of bank fraud, tax fraud, and theft from employee benefit plans. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article Cleveland in the News Akron Man Charged with Distributing Fentanyl That Caused Overdose Death Quentin D. Watson of Akron has been charged with the distribution of fentanyl that resulted in the overdose death of an Akron woman. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article

FBI Little Rock News Arizona Adoption Attorney Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison for Alien Smuggling for Financial Gain Officials announced that Paul Petersen was sentenced to 72 months in federal prison for conspiracy to smuggle illegal aliens for commercial advantage and private financial gain. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Anchorage News Fairbanks Man Sentenced to Twelve and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Methamphetamine and Heroin Sherman Kay Howard has been sentenced on charges of possessing with intent to distribute over 500 grams of methamphetamine and over 100 grams of heroin. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI New York News Long Island Man Charged with Defrauding Investors Mark Lisser was charged with wire fraud for lying to investors to induce them to invest in what they believed were shares of several companies prior to the companies' initial public offerings. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Boston News Member of New Bedford Latin Kings Chapter Pleads Guilty to Racketeering Conspiracy Charges Issac Felix-Rivera, a former member of the New Bedford Chapter of the Massachusetts Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation ("Latin Kings"), pleaded guilty to racketeering charges. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Newark News Florida Attorney Admits Role in $7.5 Million Bank Extortion Scheme Richard L. Williams pleaded guilty to an information charging him with conspiracy to transmit an interstate communication with the intent to extort. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Charlotte News Rocky Mount Man Sentenced for Robberies Antonio Devon Lynch was named in an indictment charging him with four counts of interfering with commerce by robbery and was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Boston News Leader of Boston Chapter of Latin Kings Sentenced for Racketeering Conspiracy and Drug Conspiracy Charges Wilson Peguero, the former leader of the Boston-based Devon Street Kings Chapter of the Massachusetts Latin Kings, was sentenced to 30 months in prison on racketeering charges. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI San Juan News Campaña de Prevención de Estafas a Adultos Mayores Durante la Pandemia del COVID-19 Oficiales en el Distrito de Puerto Rico anunciaron el lanzamiento de una campaña de educación y prevención de estafas a adultos mayores en tiempos de la pandemia del COVID-19. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI San Juan News Elder Fraud Prevention Campaign During COVID-19 Officials announced the launch of an elder fraud education and prevention campaign during the COVID-19 pandemic, to raise awareness about the different types of fraud associated with the pandemic. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Charlotte News Greenville Man Sentenced to Prison for Possessing a Firearm as a Felon Sherrod Farico Jones, Jr., was sentenced to 40 months in prison for possessing a firearm by a convicted felon, a prison term to run consecutive to his state conviction for trafficking fentanyl. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Washington Field News Physician Sentenced to Prison for Extensive "Pill Mill" Scheme Dr. Felicia Lyn Donald was sentenced to seven years in prison for leading and organizing an extensive and illegal prescription distribution conspiracy. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Seattle News California Hacker Who Stole Proprietary Information From Nintendo Sentenced to Three Years in Prison Ryan S. Hernandez was sentenced to three years in prison, followed by seven years of supervised release, for a computer hacking scheme and his possession of child pornography. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Minneapolis News Holiday Scams The FBI's Minneapolis Field Office reminds holiday shoppers in Minnesota and the Dakotas to be aware of scams this season and stay vigilant. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Portland News Bend Resident Sentenced to Federal Prison for Phoning in a Hoax Threat of a Bomb in the Deschutes County Courthouse Kellie Kent Cameron was sentenced to federal prison for crafting a hoax bomb and phoning in a threat to blow up the Deschutes County Courthouse. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article FBI Washington Field News Heroin and Fentanyl Dealer Sentenced for Role in Fatal Overdose Jeremy Bruce Jones, a prolific heroin and fentanyl dealer in Prince William County, was sentenced to 90 months in prison for distributing heroin to a woman who fatally overdosed. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article

FBI Philadelphia News Chambersburg Man Sentenced to 20 Years' Imprisonment for Child Exploitation Offenses Brian A. Salvado was sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment for using a dating site and his cell phone to communicate with 11 minor victims for the purpose of producing child pornography. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Philadelphia News Defendant Convicted at Trial in Massive Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced to Twelve Years Malik Martin was sentenced to 12 years in prison for his role in a conspiracy to distribute 1,000 kilograms or more of marijuana, and conspiracy to commit money laundering. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Philadelphia News Lehigh Valley Attorney Sentenced for Orchestrating $2.7 Million Ponzi Scheme That Targeted His Own Clients to Invest in Fake Business Opportunities Todd H. Lahr was sentenced to six and one half years in prison for orchestrating a $2.7 million Ponzi scheme and securities fraud. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Newark News Essex County Woman Charged with Wire Fraud Conspiracy Shanile Lyle was charged with defrauding elderly victims through a lottery scam in which victims were falsely told that they had won large sums of money. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Pittsburgh News Operation Shutdown Corner Update: Two More Defendants Sentenced for Federal Drug Crimes Victoria Hamilton and Terrion Borja, two of 17 defendants charged as a result of Operation Shutdown Corner, were sentenced for their participation in an extensive drug trafficking organization. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Sacramento News Bay Area Man Pleads Guilty to Central Valley-Based Marijuana Trafficking Conspiracy Tien Van Phan pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute marijuana, and faces a maximum statutory penalty of five years in prison and a $250,000 fine. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Los Angeles News New Indictment in RICO Case Against Former L.A. City Councilman Jose Huizar Adds Five Defendants, Including a Former Deputy Mayor Five defendants have been added to the racketeering case that accuses Former Councilman Huizar and his close associates of illegally obtaining financial benefits from real estate developers. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Baltimore News Correctional Officer Sentenced to 27 Months in Federal Prison for Prison Corruption Racketeering Charge Related to Maryland Correctional Institute Jessup Janel Griffin was sentenced to 27 months' incarceration for smuggling contraband into a Maryland prison, including narcotics, unauthorized flash drives, tobacco, and cell phones. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Los Angeles News Hacker Collective Member Who Made Online Threats Against Schools and Airline Sentenced to Nearly Eight Years in Federal Prison Timothy Dalton Vaughn, who engaged in a series of cyber and swatting attacks, including sending bogus threats of shootings and bombings to schools, was sentenced to 95 months in federal prison. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article

FBI Little Rock News Former Youth Pastor Pleads Guilty to Transporting Minors for Sexual Activity Robert Shiflet, a former Little Rock youth pastor, pleaded guilty to transporting minors across state lines for the purpose of unlawful sexual activity. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article FBI Newark News Sussex County Woman Charged with Concealing Terrorist Financing to Syrian Al-Nusra Front, a Foreign Terrorist Organization Maria Bell of Sussex County, New Jersey, has been arrested at her home in connection with concealing sending money to a Syrian foreign terrorist organization. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article FBI Boston News Manchester Woman Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Trafficking Rosemarie Cote of Manchester pleaded guilty in federal court to fentanyl trafficking. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article FBI Buffalo News Grand Jury Indicts a Previously Convicted Bank Robber for Escaping from Federal Prison and Committing Two Robberies, Including Another Bank Robbery Joseph Licata of Buffalo, New York, has been charged with bank robbery, entering a bank with intent to commit a larceny, Hobbs Act robbery, and escape from custody. Nov. 25, 2020 Full Article

FBI Portland News Oregon FBI Tech Tuesday: Building a Digital Defense on Giving Tuesday If you choose to donate money to those most in need this December, there are a few precautions you should take to ensure your funds are going where you intended. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article

Knoxville in the News Joseph Bryan Robertson Sentenced to 27 Years for Distribution of Methamphetamine Joseph Bryan Robertson was sentenced to 324 months' imprisonment for conspiracy to distribute 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article San Francisco in the News General Manager of San Francisco Public Utilities Commission Charged with Honest Services Wire Fraud for Taking Bribes in Public Bidding Process Harlan Kelly engaged in a bribery scheme and corrupt partnership with a construction company executive who ran or controlled multiple entities doing business with the City of San Francisco. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article Newark in the News Essex County Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Participation in Heroin Conspiracy Raheem Tarry was sentenced to 144 months in prison for his role as a member of a conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute one kilogram or more of heroin. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article Boston in the News Methamphetamine Trafficker Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison Alexa Samoiloff, a Providence woman described in court as a "major pipeline" for trafficking methamphetamine into Rhode Island, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article Knoxville in the News Truck Driver Sentenced to 25 Years in Prison for Sexually Assaulting Minors During a Cross-Country Trip Jason Leonard Valdivia was sentenced to 300 months in prison for transporting a minor in interstate commerce for the purpose of engaging in sexual activity. Nov. 30, 2020 Full Article

FBI HQ in the News U.S. Law Enforcement Takes Action Against Approximately 2,300 Money Mules in Global Crackdown on Money Laundering The Department of Justice and partner agencies announced the completion of the third annual Money Mule Initiative, a coordinated operation to disrupt the networks through which transnational fraudsters move the proceeds of their crimes. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Boston in the News Member of North Shore Latin Kings Chapter Pleads Guilty to Drug Distribution Charges Jesus Diaz, a member of the North Shore Chapter of the Massachusetts Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation, pleaded guilty to drug distribution charges. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Boston in the News Fitchburg Man Sentenced to 13 Years in Prison for Wide-Ranging Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Anthony Baez of Fitchburg has been sentenced in Worcester for his role in a wide-ranging fentanyl, heroin, crack and cocaine trafficking conspiracy. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Kansas City in the News Wichita Man Pleads Guilty to Armed Robberies Brelen Vonfange of Wichita pleaded guilty in connection with a series of armed robberies. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Anchorage in the News Fairbanks Man Sentenced to 12 and One Half Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Methamphetamine and Heroin Sherman Kay Howard has been sentenced on charges of possessing with intent to distribute more than 500 grams of methamphetamine and more than 100 grams of heroin. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article Washington in the News Physician Sentenced to Prison for Extensive 'Pill Mill' Scheme Dr. Felicia Lyn Donald was sentenced to seven years in prison for leading and organizing an extensive and illegal prescription distribution conspiracy. Dec. 1, 2020 Full Article

Albany in the News Delaware County Man Pleads Guilty to Child Pornography Offenses Daniel Miller of Stamford, New York, pleaded guilty to two counts of transportation of child pornography. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Buffalo in the News Queens Man Going to Prison for 20 Years for Narcotics Conspiracy and His Role in the Murder of Two Brothers Misael Montalvo of Queens, New York, who was convicted of conspiracy to distribute cocaine, has been sentenced to serve 20 years in prison. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article

Phoenix in the News Arizona 2020 Money Mule Initiative Increased money mule activity in Arizona is the focus of a two-month multi-agency initiative to identify, disrupt, investigate, and prosecute financial fraud schemes. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article St. Louis in the News Judge Sentences St. Louis Man for Carjacking Resulting in Death of Gus Gus Fun Bus Owner Curtis Alford of St. Louis has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to one count of carjacking resulting in the death of Michael Arnold. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article St. Louis in the News Judge Sentences Jefferson County Owner of Mushroom Grow Lab for Possessing and Intending to Distribute Methamphetamine Shawn Tepen was sentenced to 90 months in prison after pleading guilty to possession of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Washington in the News Darknet Drug Vendor Arrested for Distributing Illicit Prescription Drugs Cullen Roberts of Duluth, Georgia, made his initial appearance in federal court on charges of distributing illicit prescription drugs over the Darknet. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Honolulu in the News In Staggering Conspiracy, Former Police Chief, Prosecutor, and Police Officers Sentenced for Framing an Innocent Man with a Crime Multiple individuals have been sentenced for a range of criminal conduct, including framing their relative with a crime to conceal their own fraud. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article San Antonio in the News Temple Woman Sentenced to More Than 15 Years in Federal Prison for Possessing and Distributing Child Pornography Lydia Brynn Christensen of Temple was sentenced to 188 months in prison for possessing and distributing images and videos depicting the sexual exploitation of children. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Milwaukee in the News Green Bay Man Indicted on Human Trafficking and Production of Child Pornography Charges Darryl K. Green of Green Bay, Wisconsin, has been indicted on human trafficking and child pornography charges. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Seattle in the News Eight Drug Traffickers Indicted for Distributing Heroin, Methamphetamine, and Fentanyl Throughout the Puget Sound Region Eight individuals have been indicted in a drug investigation that resulted in the seizure of significant quantities of suspected fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Little Rock in the News Former Craighead County Clerk Federally Indicted Jacob Kade Holliday, a former Craighead County clerk, has been indicted for taking more than $1.4 million in county money for his personal use. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article

Atlanta in the News FBI Announces Reward and Billboard Campaign for Unsolved Columbus Murder Officials announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspect(s) in connection with the murder of Destiny Nelson. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article Jackson in the News Former Meridian Police Officer Pleads Guilty to Federal Extortion Former Meridian Police Officer Royric Benamon pleaded guilty to one count of federal extortion under color of right. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article Pittsburgh in the News Wilkinsburg Man Sentenced in 'SCO' Gang Drug Trafficking Case Justin Law, a former resident of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, has been sentenced to eight years in prison on convictions of narcotics trafficking. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Minneapolis in the News St. Francis Man Sentenced for Abusive Sexual Contact Abraham Joseph Crane of St. Francis, South Dakota, has been convicted of abusive sexual contact and sentenced to time served, 18 months in custody. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Atlanta in the News Home Health Care Owner Sentenced to More Than Five Years for Defrauding Georgia Medicaid Diandra Bankhead, the owner and operator of Elite Homecare, has been sentenced for defrauding Medicaid out of nearly $1 million. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Newark in the News Previously Convicted Felon Involved in Shooting Admits Illegal Possession of Firearm and Ammunition Jamel Armfield of Jersey City, who was previously convicted of three felonies, admitted to illegally possessing a firearm and ammunition in connection with a shooting. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article San Francisco in the News Member of 'Boogaloo' Movement Group Charged with Enticement of a Minor to Engage in Sexual Activity Robert Jesus Blancas, a transient resident of the Bay Area, has been charged with the enticement of a minor to engage in sexual activity. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article Boston in the News Former Leader of Fitchburg Chapter of Latin Kings Sentenced for Racketeering Conspiracy Marlon Rivera, the former leader of the Fitchburg Chapter of the Almighty Latin King and Queen Nation, has been sentenced in Boston to 42 months in prison. Dec. 2, 2020 Full Article

FBI Tampa News Lehigh Acres Man Sentenced to Seven Years in Federal Prison for Selling a Variety of Drugs Nestly Jean was sentenced to seven years in federal prison for distributing controlled substances, including crack cocaine, powder cocaine, methamphetamine, and fentanyl. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Washington Field News Former Office of Tax and Revenue Head of Collections Sentenced for Paying Bribes to OTR Official to Help Consulting Client Bobby Tucker was sentenced to 14 months of incarceration and two years of supervised release for his conviction on a bribery charge. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article

FBI Kansas City News Missouri Man with Prior Child Sex Conviction Sentenced for Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material A Missouri man with a prior conviction was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for possessing child sexual abuse material. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Kansas City News Paola Woman Sentenced for Methamphetamine Trafficking A Paola woman was sentenced to more than 11 years in federal prison for methamphetamine trafficking. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Albuquerque News FBI Offers up to $2,000 Reward in Albuquerque Credit Union Robbery The FBI is seeking information leading to the arrest and conviction of the unidentified man who robbed an Albuquerque credit union in October. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Cleveland News Bowling Green Man Charged with Stealing and Selling Firearms Steven Leskow was charged with one count of possession of a firearm by someone who is an unlawful user of a controlled substance and one count of possession of stolen firearms. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Sacramento News Solano County Man Pleads Guilty to Narcotics and Firearms Offenses Jesus Heriberto Barajas pleaded guilty to possession of cocaine and methamphetamine for distribution and possessing a firearm as a felon. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI St. Louis News Grand Jury Indicts Trucking Company Employee on Embezzlement Charges A federal grand jury indicted Michelle Serth-Stein on five counts of wire fraud. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Buffalo News Western New York Man with Alleged Ties to White Supremacist Group Charged with Being a Felon in Posession of Firearms Stephen Reed Pattison was charged with being a felon-in-possession of firearms. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article

FBI Atlanta News Augusta Man Pleads Guilty in Columbus Child Sexual Abuse Case An Augusta man is facing a maximum sentence of life imprisonment after pleading guilty to coercion and enticement of two Columbus minors. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI San Antonio News Local Man Faces Prison for Illegally Pointing Laser at Helicopter A 42-year-old man from Edcouch has pleaded guilty to aiming a laser pointer at an aircraft. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Albany News 110 Gang Members Sentenced to Decades in Federal Prison Jamar Long, 25, and Reddell Smith, 35, both of Syracuse, were sentenced today for violating the Racketeering Influenced Corrupt Organizations Act (RICO). Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Indianapolis News Fort Wayne Man Sentenced to 151 Months in Prison Tyrion McNair was sentenced to 151 months in prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release, following his plea of guilty to distributing 50 grams or more of methamphetamine. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI New Orleans News Gonzales Man Sentenced to 198 Months in Federal Prison for Child Pornography Taylor Haynes was sentenced to serve 198 months in federal prison following his conviction for distribution and possession of child sexual abuse material. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Boston News Cambridge Man Pleads Guilty to Receipt and Possession of Child Pornography Robert Wharton pleaded guilty to one count of receiving child sexual abuse material and one count of possessing child sexual abuse material. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article

FBI Newark News Public Service Announcement from FBI Newark FBI Newark is alerting residents who received a COVID-19 test at Infinity Diagnostic Laboratory in Ventour to be retested and reach out to our office. Dec. 4, 2020 Full Article FBI Charlotte News Indian Trail Man Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud for Investment Scheme Bryan John Cohen pleaded guilty to wire fraud for operating an investment scheme that defrauded investors of more than $385,000. Dec. 4, 2020 Full Article FBI Cleveland News Uniontown Man Indicted in Murder-for-Hire Plot A federal grand jury sitting in Toledo returned a one-count indictment charging Scott Allen Renninger with use of interstate commerce facilities in the commission of murder-for-hire. Dec. 4, 2020 Full Article FBI Baltimore News Your Bank Account Could Be Fueling Crime The FBI Baltimore Field Office is warning potential victims of a rise in money mule schemes. Dec. 4, 2020 Full Article FBI Boston News U.S. Law Enforcement Takes Action Against Approximately 2,300 Money Mules in Global Crackdown on Money Laundering The U.S. Department of Justice, the FBI, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service announced the completion of the third annual Money Mule Initiative. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article FBI Portland News Bend Resident Sentenced to Seven Years in Federal Prison for Child Pornography Pierce Matthew Morrow was sentenced for possessing and distributing child pornography, chatting online about having sex with minors, and engaging in a campaign of online harassment and threats. Dec. 3, 2020 Full Article

FBI Albuquerque News Arizona Man Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Illegally Possessing a Firearm Carlton Craig Sandoval, a member of the Navajo Nation, was sentenced after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition. Dec. 4, 2020 Full Article FBI Pittsburgh News Former West Virginia University Professor Sentenced for Wire Fraud and Tax Fraud Dr. Qingyun Sun was sentenced today to three years of probation after defrauding West Virginia University. Dec. 4, 2020 Full Article FBI Cleveland News Cleveland Real Estate Developer Indicted for Embezzlement of Project Funds Arthur Fayne is accused of orchestrating and executing two schemes to defraud separate businesses and embezzling the funds for personal use, which resulted in a loss of over $1 million. Dec. 4, 2020 Full Article FBI Oklahoma City News FBI Oklahoma City Issues Warning About Holiday Scams The holiday season is in full swing…and so are the bad guys looking to swindle unsuspecting shoppers out of their money. Dec. 4, 2020 Full Article

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