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By T. J. Graves | May 9, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement issued several tweets on May 8–9, 2026, highlighting its work supporting crime victims and announcing the arrest of Walvin Victor Hugo Garcia in Fairfax County, Virginia.
By C. M. Ingle | May 9, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) posted updates on Twitter regarding the upcoming National Police Week events and a recent drug seizure operation in Philadelphia involving GBL-labeled skincare products from Spain.
By C. M. Ingle | May 9, 2026
A coordinated law enforcement effort resulted in the arrest of an MS-13 gang member living illegally in Florida. The individual faces ongoing removal proceedings while remaining in federal custody.
By T. J. Graves | May 9, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino shared recent enforcement actions by CBP's Office of Field Operations on Twitter between May 8-9, including a major drug seizure in Texas and updates on forced labor prevention measures under...
By F. E. Simons | May 9, 2026
Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on May 9. The leaders discussed defense cooperation, regional stability, and continued partnership between their countries.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
Two Maryland men have been sentenced or convicted for their roles in a multi-state drug distribution conspiracy involving an Annandale-based doctor who issued thousands of fraudulent prescriptions. The case involved illegal distribution through pharmacies across several states including significant activity within western Virginia.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) detailed several major enforcement actions on its Twitter account from May 7-8, 2026—including large-scale drug seizures in California and New York as well as arrests of fugitives in Texas—underscoring...
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
A New Jersey man received an 18-month prison sentence for transporting nine Irish nationals who crossed illegally into Vermont from Canada. Authorities say he endangered unrestrained children during transport near Richford before being stopped by Border Patrol agents.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
Angela Upchurch has been sentenced to more than ten years in federal prison following her role in a major methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy involving multiple individuals across upstate South Carolina. Federal authorities highlighted their ongoing commitment against organized drug crime through this case.
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 F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
A Connecticut man has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Vermont on charges related to possession with intent to distribute cocaine base and fentanyl. Authorities say Dayquan Smith pleaded not guilty after being found with drugs, cash, and firearms during a search in Bethel.
By F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
U.S. Customs and Border Protection has selected new partners for expanded inspection services across multiple states through Reimbursable Services Agreements announced on May 8. The initiative supports cross-border trade by allowing public-private partnerships to fund additional CBP resources where needed.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
A Lewiston man has pleaded guilty in Portland's U.S. District Court to distributing methamphetamine and heroin following an FBI investigation. The defendant faces at least ten years in prison with sentencing pending further review.
By F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
Aivaras Zigmantas has been sentenced to five years for stealing over $10 million from interstate shipments using fraudulent identities between 2020 and 2023 near Chicago. Federal authorities say this prosecution is part of broader efforts targeting trade-related fraud.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
Curtis Lee Smith-Carter pleaded guilty in Gainesville federal court to illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. Authorities say his conviction follows multiple prior felony offenses and comes under Operation Take Back America’s efforts against violent crime.
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 F. E. Simons | May 8, 2026
A Parmelee man was found not guilty after facing multiple assault and firearm charges following an incident on tribal land. The case highlights how some violent crimes occurring in Indian Country are handled at the federal level.
By T. J. Graves | May 8, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement released updates on May 8, 2026 concerning arrests and detainers involving Yoesmith Sosa-Perez and Julio Cesar Morales Jarquin.
By C. M. Ingle | May 8, 2026
Executive Assistant Commissioner Diane J. Sabatino posted updates between May 6–8 regarding CBP's readiness for the FIFA World Cup and recent enforcement measures related to agricultural imports and fraud prevention at U.S ports of entry
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.
