By F. E. Simons | Apr 6, 2026
Two Chinese nationals have been sentenced for distributing methamphetamine near an elementary school in Saipan. Authorities say surveillance led investigators directly to those responsible after undercover operations at Smile Bar.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 6, 2026
Anthony Parente has been charged after allegedly attempting to meet someone he believed was a minor for sex acts following online communications. Authorities stress their commitment to protecting children from exploitation while reminding that all charges remain allegations until proven otherwise.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 5, 2026
The Treasury Department announced it will begin meetings with domestic and international insurance regulators focused on private credit markets. The discussions aim to address market developments, risks, and regulatory cooperation starting in April.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 5, 2026
The U.S. Treasury's Financial Crimes Enforcement Network has issued an advisory warning banks about rising fraud targeting Medicare and Medicaid programs. The agency also proposed paying whistleblowers who report actionable tips on illicit activities affecting federal benefits.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 5, 2026
RAW FARM has issued a voluntary recall for certain batches of its cheddar cheese after an FDA advisory linked some products to potential health risks despite no pathogens being detected in tests so far. The company disagrees with federal findings but says it will comply as a precautionary measure.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 4, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino posted a series of updates in April 2026 detailing CBP’s use of advanced technology for border security operations, including significant narcotics seizures at the Laredo Port of Entry and...
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
A Pittsburgh man has been sentenced to fifteen years in federal prison for distributing child sexual abuse material. The court also ordered post-release supervision and restitution after tracing illegal content sent via email. Authorities emphasized both the severity of the crime and its impact on victims.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
Federal prosecutors have charged a Worcester man with using another person's identity—believed to belong to someone who died—to obtain over $12,000 worth of food assistance benefits between April 2022 and February 2026. Authorities say he faces significant prison time if convicted but remains presumed innocent pending trial.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
A Missouri man has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to threatening a federal judge and law enforcement officer along with their families. Authorities say Michael Buck made violent threats while incarcerated just before his scheduled release date.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
Two men have been sentenced after pleading guilty in a scheme involving fake freight jobs tied to Savannah's port logistics sector. They must serve federal prison time and repay over $800,000 lost through fraudulent invoices.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
A federal jury has convicted Ludwin Borgen for distributing fentanyl that resulted in a woman's death in Tampa Bay. Authorities say toxicology results confirmed an overdose level far above therapeutic limits. Sentencing is set for June.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
Michael Peacock from North Fort Myers has been sentenced to over six years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine. He pleaded guilty and was linked to a drug ring operating in Palmona Park. The Federal Bureau of Investigation led the investigation.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
Jena Marie Osborn has been sentenced to twenty years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine following an investigation led by the DEA. She will serve this term after completing her current state sentence for related offenses.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
CBP AMO shared several updates in early April regarding ongoing recruitment initiatives as well as announcing the passing of Marine Interdiction Agent William Hutson.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
Antonio Guice has been sentenced to over twenty-seven years in federal prison for leading a large-scale methamphetamine distribution operation around Akron. The sentencing follows an extensive law enforcement initiative targeting violent neighborhoods last year.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
A Detroit man has pleaded guilty in Ohio federal court to drug possession and assaulting an officer during an arrest last year. Authorities say Damarko Amir Kimble tried to flee after being found with methamphetamine but was quickly apprehended.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
Kyle Conerly has been sentenced to over two years in prison after pleading guilty to illegal firearm possession as a convicted felon. Authorities say he tried to discard a loaded handgun during an arrest operation last November in New Orleans' Holly Grove neighborhood.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced two significant drug seizures in Texas via social media on April 2-3, 2026.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
Federal officials have recovered over $800,000 lost in a large-scale bank fraud scheme targeting individual account holders across more than 1,100 institutions. Authorities say quick action prevented further losses as part of broader efforts against financial crime.
By F. E. Simons | Apr 3, 2026
A Plant City man has been arrested after allegedly threatening to kill the president through an Instagram post. Authorities say Nick Guadalupe Cruz-Lopez faces up to five years in prison if convicted.
