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A member of the Boston-based gang H-Block has admitted guilt in federal court to charges related to drug conspiracies.
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U.S. Attorney’s Office reports achievements in crime reduction and civil rights protection

The United States Attorney's Office in Detroit reported significant achievements in 2024, focusing on rebuilding community trust, enhancing civil rights protection, and addressing violent crime.
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South Yarmouth man sentenced for firearm possession after domestic incident

A South Yarmouth resident, Michael Giampapa, has been sentenced to 45 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento man receives 15-year sentence for armed bank robberies

A Sacramento resident has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for his involvement in two armed robberies of financial institutions.
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Muskogee man sentenced for failing to register as sex offender

The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma has announced the sentencing of Stephen Patrick Looper, a 69-year-old resident of Muskogee, Oklahoma.
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Maryland man convicted on drug trafficking and firearm charges faces lengthy prison term

After a four-day trial, Thomas Emmanuel Williams, 52, from Laurel, Maryland, was found guilty on 12 federal charges related to drug and firearms trafficking.
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Jamaican men convicted for laundering millions linked to Colombian drug cartels

Two men from Jamaica have been found guilty by a federal jury in Boston for their roles in an international money laundering operation.
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Warehouse supervisor sentenced for stealing $2 million worth of Fitbits

Dwight Oliver, a 40-year-old resident of Grand Prairie, Texas, has been sentenced to 15 months in federal prison for mail fraud.
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Kyle man faces federal charges for assault and sexual abuse

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the indictment of a Kyle, South Dakota man by a federal grand jury.
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Nursing facilities chain settles $18 million over false COVID loan claims

Torrance-based Unified Care Services LLC, along with its affiliates and owner Emmanual David, has agreed to pay $18 million to settle allegations of violating the False Claims Act.
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Former nurse practitioner sentenced for health care fraud involving false insurance claims

A former nurse practitioner from Butte has been sentenced to five years in prison for health care fraud.
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Kansas man admits guilt in child pornography possession case

A Kansas man has admitted to possessing child pornography found on several electronic devices.
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Four South Florida residents sentenced for distributing deadly drugs

Four individuals from South Florida have been sentenced to federal prison for their involvement in distributing fentanyl and methamphetamine.
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New Britain man pleads guilty to recording child sexual abuse

Marc H. Silverman, Acting United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, and Michael J. Krol, Special Agent in Charge of Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), New England, have announced that Orlando Guzman, 73, from New Britain, has...
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Auto theft ring members receive sentences for stealing high-end cars

Four individuals involved in a large-scale auto theft ring were sentenced in federal court for their roles in stealing over 100 high-end vehicles across the United States.
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Former CIA analyst admits guilt in leaking top secret defense information

A former CIA analyst has admitted guilt in a case involving the unauthorized sharing of Top Secret National Defense Information.
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New Jersey men convicted for roles in Stephen Crane Village drug operation

Two New Jersey men have been found guilty for their involvement in a drug trafficking organization operating out of Stephen Crane Village, Newark.
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U.S. attorney Jessica D. Aber resigns after more than three years

Jessica D. Aber has announced her resignation as United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, effective January 20, 2025, at 11:59 pm.
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Texas woman sentenced over illegal distribution of unapproved animal drugs

Nicole Randall, a 37-year-old resident of Cedar Park, Texas, has been sentenced to one year of probation after pleading guilty to introducing an adulterated drug into interstate commerce.
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Cryptocurrency businessman and LASD deputy plead guilty in corruption case

A cryptocurrency businessman known as "The Godfather" and a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputy have agreed to plead guilty to federal charges.
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