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Two Buffalo residents charged with drug trafficking and firearm offenses

Two Buffalo residents were arrested on charges related to drug trafficking and firearms offenses following an investigation into alleged Bloods gang activity. Authorities seized drugs, firearms, cash, and paraphernalia during searches connected to Ronnie Powell and Daniqua S. Dixon.


Jury convicts Springfield man of hatchet assault in Shenandoah National Park

A Springfield man has been convicted by a federal jury for assaulting his then-girlfriend with a hatchet while camping in Shenandoah National Park last August. Multiple witnesses reported hearing violence before authorities intervened and arrested Soufiane Bougria at the scene.


Six men from South Texas have been charged with attempting to entice a minor following an undercover operation during spring break. Authorities allege that each suspect arranged meetings believing they were communicating with a teenage girl online.


CVR Management agrees to pay $4 million to resolve False Claims Act allegations

CVR Management has agreed to pay $4 million following allegations it billed federal programs for unnecessary vein treatments. The settlement resolves claims brought under whistleblower provisions but does not determine liability.


Department of Homeland Security shutdown continues as calls for funding grow

The Department of Homeland Security shutdown has reached day 35 with key agencies operating at reduced capacity. Airline CEOs and former officials urge Congress for immediate action as national security concerns mount.


Reginald Steele Jr. sentenced to 107 years for killing 13-year-old Malachi Lukes

Reginald Steele Jr., age 26 from Washington D.C., received a sentence of 107 years for killing Malachi Lukes in March 2020 along with involvement in another shooting incident that same year. Authorities say this case marks an important step against gang violence.


Federal jury convicts New Orleans attorneys in staged collision fraud scheme

A federal jury has convicted two New Orleans attorneys and their law firms for orchestrating staged car accidents over more than a decade. Prosecutors say the scheme defrauded insurers out of millions by recruiting participants for fake crashes.


Southern District indictments charge robbery, firearms and immigration violations

Federal prosecutors have indicted several individuals in the Southern District of Georgia on charges including robbery, firearms violations, drug offenses and illegal re-entry after deportation. The cases involve incidents across multiple counties and underscore ongoing law enforcement efforts in the region.


Bronx man sentenced to 25 years for enticement of minors and child pornography

Winston Colon Correa has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for enticing minors and possessing child pornography, following an investigation led by federal authorities. U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton emphasized ongoing efforts against child exploitation crimes.


Guaynabo man indicted for kidnapping and carjacking of postal worker in Puerto Rico

A Guaynabo man has been indicted on charges related to kidnapping and carjacking a postal worker while on duty in Puerto Rico. Authorities emphasize their commitment to protecting federal employees and pursuing justice in such cases.


CBP officers seize over 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine in tractor-trailer fuel tank

U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Otay Mesa seized over 900 pounds of liquid methamphetamine hidden in a tractor-trailer's fuel tank earlier this month. Officials say advanced screening methods helped uncover nearly half a ton of drugs during routine inspections.


President Trump orders exclusive broadcast window for Army-Navy Game

President Donald J. Trump has ordered federal agencies to protect an exclusive broadcast window for the Army-Navy Game. The directive aims to prevent scheduling conflicts with college football playoffs and maintain focus on this historic event.


A former Houston-area professor pleaded guilty to orchestrating an extensive student financial aid fraud scheme using stolen identities over five years. The scam caused significant losses both for individual victims' credit records and federal funds.


Texas man pleads guilty to bid rigging for Air Force healthcare projects

A Texas business owner has pleaded guilty to bid rigging involving over $1.6 million in Air Force healthcare projects at Moody Air Force Base. Federal officials say such schemes harm taxpayers and service members while vowing continued enforcement against procurement fraud.


ICE arrests individuals convicted of serious crimes, agency says

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement reported new arrests involving individuals convicted of serious crimes. The agency said these actions are part of efforts to prioritize public safety.


Boston woman pleads guilty to role in bank fraud ring

Trinity Antonetty has pleaded guilty in Boston federal court for her role in a multi-state bank fraud scheme involving fraudulent cashier’s checks and shell companies. The case forms part of an ongoing investigation that has already led to several other charges.


Five members of sex trafficking ring sentenced to nearly 120 years in prison

Five people have been sentenced to nearly 120 years combined for running a violent sex trafficking ring led by Kimani Jones in Alabama. The sentences include significant prison time and restitution payments for abusing multiple women and girls over several years.


Authorities disrupt world’s largest IoT DDoS botnets responsible for record breaking attacks targeting victims worldwide

U.S., Canadian, and German authorities have disrupted four major IoT botnets responsible for record-breaking global DDoS attacks infecting millions of devices worldwide. Officials say international cooperation was key in dismantling criminal infrastructure used by cybercriminals targeting individuals and organizations across multiple countries.


Seven men indicted in Helena-West Helena federal gun violence operation

Federal authorities have indicted seven men following an investigation into gun violence in Helena-West Helena. The operation involved multiple agencies targeting illegal firearms possession and drug trafficking offenses.


Dallas man sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for trafficking methamphetamine

A Dallas man received a 20-year federal prison sentence for his involvement in a major methamphetamine trafficking operation in North Texas. Authorities say Esteban Castillo conspired with others to distribute large amounts of illegal drugs as part of an international network.