U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts
Recent News About U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts
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A Brazilian man residing unlawfully in Milford faces federal charges for unlicensed firearm sales after an investigation uncovered multiple alleged transactions involving guns—including a ghost gun—sold to an informant between late 2025 and April this year. The case is being prosecuted under Operation Take Back America.
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The U.S. Attorney’s Office for Massachusetts is hosting a virtual webinar on May 7 about keeping children safe online. Experts from several agencies will present topics like social media risks, sextortion, extremist threats, and artificial intelligence dangers.
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Victor Kolawole and Keith Wainaina have pleaded guilty in federal court for their involvement in a multi-million-dollar bank fraud ring targeting several states' financial institutions. Sentencing is set later this year amid ongoing efforts by authorities across multiple jurisdictions.
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Joe Scott Jr., former treasurer of IUE-CWA Local 81154 in Gardner, has been sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to embezzling nearly $50,000 from union funds. The sentence includes restitution payments and home confinement.
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Damien Willette has been sentenced by a Boston federal court for threatening two individuals during his incarceration as part of an extortion scheme linked with gang activity. The U.S. Attorney's Office highlighted ongoing efforts against violent crime across Massachusetts.
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Harvey Rodriguez from Lynn has been sentenced by a federal court in Boston for his involvement in a major drug conspiracy and an armed robbery involving $24,000 intended for cocaine purchase. Authorities say this case highlights ongoing efforts against organized crime across Massachusetts.
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Derrick J. Poe from Lynn pleaded guilty in Boston federal court for illegally possessing firearms as a convicted felon. Authorities say he was arrested after distributing drugs during undercover operations last December; several weapons were recovered at his home.
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Gilbert Morin has been sentenced for possessing a firearm as a felon following his arrest last year near a Worcester nightclub. The case forms part of federal efforts against violent crime under Operation Take Back America.
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A federal grand jury has indicted Angel Negron from East Boston on charges related to illegal firearms following an investigation that found ghost guns and conversion devices at his residence. Authorities allege he ordered dozens of gun parts online using eBay accounts earlier this year.
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A Brockton woman working at Veterans Affairs has been charged with wire fraud after allegedly securing Covid-19 relief funds using false information about her business income. Prosecutors say she received over $41,000 through fraudulent PPP loan applications.
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A Minnesota woman has been indicted for allegedly obtaining over $100,000 in COVID-19 rental aid using fraudulent means linked with properties in California. Authorities say she moved funds between accounts before transferring money overseas or into cryptocurrency exchanges.
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A Brazilian national residing illegally in Carver has been sentenced for selling guns and fentanyl across Eastern Massachusetts during 2024. Talles Provette De Faria received over two years' imprisonment after pleading guilty last year following undercover operations led by federal authorities.
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RelyOn Nutec USA LLC will pay over $2 million following allegations it improperly secured a federal pandemic relief loan intended for smaller businesses. Authorities say RelyOn exceeded employee limits required under Paycheck Protection Program rules but still obtained—and later had forgiven—a significant loan.
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Jason Page from Gardner has been charged with possessing fentanyl intended for distribution after authorities discovered large amounts of drugs during searches earlier this year. The case is being prosecuted by federal officials who stress that all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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A Michigan man has pleaded guilty in Springfield federal court after defrauding a Northampton construction firm through unauthorized use of labor and materials for personal gain. Jonathan McCormack faces sentencing later this year after agreeing both restitution payments and forfeiture.
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Nicholas J. McDonagh has been arrested in Hyde Park for alleged possession of child pornography following an investigation involving state police from Delaware. Authorities say multiple devices containing illicit material were seized during searches last year.
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Vicente Gonzalez has been sentenced for leading a violent drug trafficking ring based in Hampden County. Authorities say he used threats and violence while distributing large quantities of drugs throughout Western Massachusetts.
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Frank Castro from Roxbury has been sentenced after assisting with cheating on a Commercial Learners’ Permit exam using hidden technology at a state testing site. Federal officials say this case underscores ongoing efforts against document fraud impacting public safety.
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Federal authorities have charged Amaurys Arias Arias with healthcare benefit fraud using another person's identity while residing unlawfully in Brockton, Massachusetts. Officials allege he obtained tens of thousands worth of MassHealth benefits under false pretenses.
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A Barre woman has been charged with stealing over $100,000 from Social Security retirement funds between October 2022 and August 2025. Authorities say she faces up to ten years if convicted amid broader state and national anti-fraud initiatives.