By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Jose Raul Maita, an Ecuadorian national previously deported twice from the United States after multiple convictions including sexual abuse, has been charged with illegal reentry according to federal authorities on Mar. 19. If convicted, he faces up to twenty years imprisonment.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Federal authorities arrested eleven people accused of using stolen identities from elderly victims in a scheme targeting real estate loans worth millions in Los Angeles. Officials say both homeowners and lenders suffered losses due to fraudulent activity involving fabricated documents.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
A Woodburn man has been charged after allegedly threatening a U.S. Senator's life by voicemail last November. He appeared in federal court on March 19 but was released pending further proceedings. The case is being investigated by multiple agencies including the FBI.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Jose Baez Cabrera from the Bronx has been sentenced to nearly four years in prison for transporting cocaine through Pennsylvania. The sentence follows his prior conviction related to fentanyl possession and highlights law enforcement efforts against drug trafficking.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Reynaldo Garza has been sentenced to prison for rolling back vehicle odometers as part of an ongoing scheme targeting car buyers in his community. Authorities say his actions defrauded victims out of thousands while posing safety risks due to hidden wear on critical vehicle components.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Denzel Demoree’a Prince has pleaded guilty to robbing a Jacksonville hotel while armed with a firearm. Surveillance footage captured him confronting an employee before taking cash from the register. Authorities later found clothing matching his description at his home.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
CBP issued public reminders regarding Easter-related agricultural import restrictions and announced a major drug interception near San Diego via posts dated March 17 and March 19, respectively.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Three Akron men have been indicted on federal drug trafficking charges involving large quantities of methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine. Authorities seized significant amounts of drugs and cash during their investigation across Summit County. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Five men from Philadelphia were convicted for their roles in an extensive armed carjacking ring that included two murders. Authorities say dozens of violent robberies occurred across city neighborhoods before law enforcement dismantled the group.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Arturo Sanchez-Morales has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for illegally reentering the United States after prior deportation. The case involved previous convictions and multiple removals from the country.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
A Mexican national has been sentenced to federal prison for illegally reentering the United States after multiple deportations. The case was prosecuted in Jacksonville as part of Operation Take Back America.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
A Columbia man has pleaded guilty to violating his neighbor's housing rights in a racially charged incident. Jonathan Andrew Felkel admitted firing a gun and shouting threats at his Black neighbor. He faces up to ten years in prison with sentencing set for a later date.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
A Sioux City man has been sentenced to over eight years in federal prison for receiving child pornography. The case involved thousands of illicit files exchanged over two years and was prosecuted under Project Safe Childhood.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
A Charlotte man has been convicted for attempting to extort $2.5 million from a D.C.-based tech firm using stolen sensitive data. Authorities say Cameron Curry sent over 60 threatening emails after his contract ended with the company.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) shared details on March 19, 2026 about seizing non-compliant electric bikes and intercepting an illegal drug shipment in Norfolk, Virginia.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Brandon Denzel Washington has been convicted on multiple federal charges related to sex trafficking across several states. Victims testified about violence and manipulation used against them over several years. Sentencing is set for June.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
A Pittsfield man has pleaded guilty in federal court to receiving and possessing child sexual abuse material. Benjamin Shacar faces sentencing later this year following his admission to multiple charges related to illegal content found on his devices.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
President Donald J. Trump met with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi at the White House on March 19. The leaders announced new initiatives focused on economic security, supply chain resilience, science collaboration, and enhanced defense cooperation between the United States and Japan.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
Christopher Knight, a former Philadelphia prison guard, pleaded guilty to violating inmates' civil rights and falsifying reports about use-of-force incidents. He faces up to 90 years in prison at sentencing this July.
By T. J. Graves | Mar 19, 2026
The Justice Department has seized four internet domains allegedly operated by Iran's intelligence ministry in efforts targeting journalists, dissidents, Israelis, and others through hacking campaigns. Officials say these actions are part of broader attempts at disrupting transnational repression schemes using online platforms.
