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By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has asked Indiana not to release Leonel Catalan Torreblanca after his arrest for alleged serial rapes spanning a decade. The Department of Homeland Security says he faces numerous charges following multiple illegal entries into the U.S.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
A Tulsa man received a prison sentence for possessing methamphetamine with intent to distribute as well as firearms violations following a police traffic stop in September last year. Authorities say Wyatt Eugene Rogers will serve over seven years behind bars after admitting ownership of both drugs and weapon found during his arrest.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
Federal prosecutors have charged three men after seizing nearly ninety guns allegedly bound for Canada following a traffic stop near State Route 90 earlier this month. Officials say many weapons had been reported stolen or illegally possessed.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Seven Canadian nationals have been indicted for allegedly running a 'Grandparent Scam' targeting elderly people across more than forty states including Vermont. Authorities say victims lost large sums after being tricked into handing over bail money by scammers posing as relatives or lawyers.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
FTC Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson has warned Mortgage Connect about its use of noncompete clauses in employment contracts. The move follows concerns raised by an ongoing lawsuit involving restrictive covenants at the company.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
VSoft Corporation will pay nearly $2.3 million after being accused of improperly obtaining a Paycheck Protection Program loan intended for small businesses with fewer than 300 employees. Federal authorities say VSoft misrepresented its size during its application process.
By F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
A Goodyear, Arizona man has pleaded guilty in a case involving trafficking fentanyl pills through the mail system from Arizona via Ohio toward North Carolina. Authorities uncovered over a kilogram of fentanyl during their investigation led by federal agencies.
By F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
A federal jury has convicted four men in Miami on charges related to plotting and carrying out the assassination of Haitian President Jovenel Moïse in July 2021. Prosecutors detailed how conspirators used South Florida as an operational base before orchestrating attacks involving Colombian mercenaries abroad.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Tyler Toomey has been sworn in as Public Affairs Specialist for the Northern District of New York U.S. Attorney’s Office. He will lead communication efforts supporting prosecutions and public safety initiatives across a large region.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
A Sacramento man has been sentenced to over eighteen years in prison after pleading guilty to methamphetamine trafficking as part of an organized gang operation. Several co-defendants have also been sentenced or are awaiting court dates as authorities continue their efforts under Operation Take Back America.
By R. C. Jamison | May 8, 2026
Chairman Tim Walberg spoke at a field hearing about changes facing America's mining industry. The discussion included new funding initiatives for advanced technology as well as recent regulatory developments.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Mark Marriott has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison after being convicted for defrauding Primary Health Network through multiple schemes involving wire fraud, money laundering,and filing false tax returns.Former CEOs Drew Pierceand Jack Laeng were also recently sentenced.The case highlights ongoing efforts by authorities against financial crimes targeting nonprofit organizations.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Danish researcher Poul Thorsen has been extradited from Germany after years evading arrest over allegations he stole over $1 million meant for autism research grants funded by CDC programs administered through Denmark. Authorities say his prosecution underscores efforts against international financial crimes involving misuse of federally funded science.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
A Crittenden man has been sentenced to nearly twenty years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted enticement of a minor and distributing child sexual abuse material. Authorities say Robert Luke Divine was apprehended during an undercover operation in January last year following evidence found on multiple electronic devices.
By F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
Mayo Pickens has been sentenced to almost fifteen years in prison after authorities found large quantities of cocaine at his Anderson residence along with firearms and cash. The sentencing follows coordinated efforts by local law enforcement and federal agencies.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
A San Juan woman has been indicted on charges related to making false statements to FBI agents about her whereabouts during an ongoing investigation. The case was announced by federal authorities who emphasized that an indictment does not constitute guilt.
By T. J. Graves | May 7, 2026
A Hastings man has been indicted on charges related to stealing more than $100,000 from federal benefit programs over several years. Authorities allege Michael Lee Brooks continued collecting his deceased father's Social Security benefits while also defrauding nutrition assistance programs.
By T. J. Graves | May 7, 2026
A Tucson man has been sentenced to over seventeen years in prison for aggravated sexual abuse following an assault that occurred on tribal land. Authorities say Steven Daniel Buitimea pleaded guilty after investigators from multiple agencies reviewed evidence related to the case.
By T. J. Graves | May 7, 2026
A Dundalk man received a prison sentence after admitting he bought fake bills online and spent them at grocery stores while under supervision from an earlier conviction. Federal authorities highlighted their investigation into how he acquired instructions online about counterfeiting techniques.
By F. E. Simons | May 7, 2026
A Gainesville man received seven years in prison after pleading guilty on multiple drug distribution and weapons charges. Authorities say this sentencing demonstrates ongoing joint efforts against violent crime under Operation Take Back America.
