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By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
The U.S. Secret Service commemorated former Special Agent in Charge Michael Rice’s service and sacrifice with his addition to its Wall of Honor in early May 2026.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Lawrence Sturdivant has been sentenced to over 29 years following a series of armed robberies at Cleveland-area stores while out on parole. Authorities say fourteen people were traumatized during ten separate incidents investigated by federal agents alongside local police.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
William Scott Morse has been sentenced to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to child sex trafficking offenses involving minors solicited online for babysitting jobs. Authorities say strong collaboration between federal and local agencies was key in addressing these crimes targeting vulnerable youth.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
The Justice Department filed suit seeking revocation of Victor Manuel Rocha's U.S. citizenship after his conviction as a Cuban spy came to light this year. Officials allege he obtained citizenship through deception spanning decades while working covertly for Cuba.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Federal prosecutors filed 83 new border-related cases this week in Southern California's busy cross-border region. Charges include smuggling people for profit and drug importation at major ports like San Ysidro.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
A man has been sentenced to two decades behind bars after leading an extensive fentanyl trafficking operation throughout Eastern Washington. Authorities say thousands of pills were seized during coordinated raids spanning several cities. Officials stress that this outcome demonstrates continued commitment toward combating opioid-related crime.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
A Georgetown man received a fifteen-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to distributing large amounts of methamphetamine in central Kentucky. Federal prosecutors say Ricky Helton must serve most of his term before supervised release begins.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
A Danville man has been indicted on twelve felony counts involving alleged child exploitation activities after his arrest in New Mexico. Federal authorities say Jesus Diaz solicited explicit images from minors through social media platforms using threats against victims.
By F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
David Gebhardt, an attorney from Brentwood, pleaded guilty on May 8 to filing false tax returns related to unreported cryptocurrency income totaling millions of dollars. Authorities say he faces up to six years in prison at sentencing later this year.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Raymond Kenneth Musgrove has been sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to an extensive identity theft scheme involving stolen veteran benefits spanning more than two decades. Authorities say he defrauded government programs by impersonating a deceased Marine Corps veteran until discovery last year exposed his crimes.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
Edgar Sanchez-Solis has pleaded guilty for leading an international human smuggling operation bringing migrants through Canada into northern New York. Authorities say this case highlights coordinated efforts among multiple agencies against cross-border trafficking networks.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
The United States announced it will host intensive talks between Israel and Lebanon on May 14-15. The meetings aim at advancing a peace agreement focused on security arrangements, border delineation, humanitarian relief, and disarmament of Hizballah.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Five people have been indicted after an investigation into an alleged alien smuggling operation in Phoenix led by federal agents. Authorities say dozens were harbored under poor conditions before planned transport across state lines. Prosecutors are pursuing charges as part of broader efforts against illegal immigration.
By F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
Roderic Sage has pled guilty in New York federal court for conspiring with others over several years to help wealthy Americans hide millions from tax authorities using offshore accounts—a scheme described by prosecutors as sophisticated but within reach thanks to international cooperation.
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 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 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 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.
