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Olean man pleads guilty to drug charge

Isaiah Josiah Dre Riley of Olean pleaded guilty to a federal drug charge involving methamphetamine distribution. Law enforcement seized drugs and cash during a search of his residence following an investigation by multiple agencies.


Duxbury man pleads guilty to distributing child sexual abuse material in Boston court

A Duxbury man has pleaded guilty in Boston federal court to distributing child sexual abuse material online. Authorities found multiple illegal images and videos during their investigation. Sentencing is set for July.


Buffalo man pleads guilty to firearm and drug trafficking charge

A Buffalo man has pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm during drug trafficking activities. Authorities seized drugs and weapons after an investigation led by federal agents.


Prior felon arrested, charged following incident involving shooting of police officer and standoff

A Dunkirk man was arrested after allegedly shooting an officer during a search related to drug activity. Authorities recovered drugs and firearms from his residence following a standoff ending in his surrender.


Former Suffolk County corrections officer pleads guilty to COVID unemployment and loan fraud

Jasmine Murphy, a former Suffolk County corrections officer, has pleaded guilty in Boston federal court to wire fraud related to COVID-19 relief programs. Authorities say she unlawfully obtained over $44,000 through false claims before and during her time at the sheriff's department.


Brazilian national sentenced to four years in prison for selling firearms

Guilherme Fernandes-Tavares has been sentenced to four years for illegally selling firearms—including guns with high-capacity magazines—in Eastern Massachusetts. He will face deportation after serving his sentence.


Three Philadelphia men charged with methamphetamine distribution and firearms offenses

Three men from Philadelphia have been indicted on charges related to distributing large amounts of methamphetamine and possessing firearms. Authorities allege they ran a drug trafficking operation across Philadelphia between January 2024 and July 2025. If convicted, each could face life imprisonment.


Diane J. Sabatino highlights CBP K9 program anniversary and recent border enforcement actions

Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino posted updates celebrating CBP’s K9 program anniversary and reporting on recent commercial processing figures and fentanyl seizures at San Ysidro Port of Entry on April 1-2, 2026


CBP officers seize over $2.8 million in narcotics at Eagle Pass port of entry

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers intercepted over $2.8 million worth of drugs in two separate cases at Eagle Pass Port of Entry this past weekend. Both drivers were arrested following inspections that uncovered large quantities of cocaine and methamphetamine hidden inside vehicles.


Washington Examiner op-ed calls for welfare fraud cuts to fund Iran war spending

A recent Washington Examiner op-ed urges Congress to fund defense efforts in Iran by cutting welfare fraud rather than raising new revenue or debt. Authors propose reforms including stronger identity checks on benefit recipients while citing broad public support for anti-fraud initiatives.


Sanders and Wyden urge Senate hearings on health insurance CEOs amid health care concerns

Senators Bernie Sanders and Ron Wyden are urging Senate committees to hold hearings with leading U.S. health insurance CEOs amid concerns about rising costs for consumers. Their call highlights growing scrutiny over industry profits versus patient outcomes. The HELP Committee's oversight could shape future healthcare policy.


CBP AMO shares tribute to fallen agent Joseph Saville alongside updates on enforcement efforts

CBP AMO paid tribute to Supervisory Marine Interdiction Agent Joseph Saville in an April 1 tweet while also highlighting ongoing border enforcement actions in subsequent posts from April 2.


Former Milford resident sentenced to 30 months in federal prison for fraud and firearm offenses

Marc Anthony Alexander has been sentenced to federal prison following convictions related to fraud schemes targeting investors as well as firearms violations. Authorities say he previously served time for similar crimes before reoffending while on supervised release.


Rarkease Bishop sentenced to 28 months for firearm possession after police pursuit

Rarkease Charles Bishop has been sentenced to over two years in prison for illegal firearm possession while already on supervised release for another gun offense. Authorities say he fled police before being apprehended with a loaded pistol concealed in his pants.


Southington man sentenced to prison for gun and drug offenses in Hartford shooting

Eric D. Cox has been sentenced to over two years in prison following his conviction for firearm and drug offenses linked to a shooting near Hartford Hospital in September 2020. Authorities said evidence included DNA analysis tying him to the weapon used during the incident.


Puerto Rican man sentenced to five years for methamphetamine conspiracy in Arizona

A Puerto Rican man has been sentenced in Arizona federal court for his involvement in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy. Authorities say Jefte Monell Diaz received five years in prison after pleading guilty as part of an interagency drug investigation.


LeFlore County resident pleads guilty to assault with intent to commit murder of police officer

Billy Wayne Williams has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from shooting a Webbers Falls police officer during a traffic stop last year. He faces significant prison time after being apprehended following an interstate search involving multiple law enforcement agencies.


London man sentenced to over 18 years for methamphetamine trafficking

Jimmy Barrett has been sentenced to over eighteen years in prison after pleading guilty to possessing large amounts of methamphetamine with intent to distribute it around London and Corbin areas. Law enforcement seized six pounds of drugs after a high-speed chase ended with Barrett crashing his vehicle.


Anniston man sentenced to prison for Medicaid fraud and identity theft

Hasan Jermel Pulliam has been sentenced to over four years in prison for health care fraud involving false claims submitted through Alabama's Medicaid program. Authorities say he used patient identities without consent over several years.


Virginia man sentenced to 28 years for child sexual exploitation in Michigan

A Virginia man has been sentenced to 28 years for sexually exploiting a minor he met online in Michigan. Authorities say Erich Zeeb posed as an Olympian-in-training before abusing multiple victims over several years.