DOJ Newswire Report News
Georgia Men Convicted in Separate Project Safe Childhood Cases for Possessing Child Sexual Abuse Material
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A former U.S. Airman and a repeat child sex offender both admitted to possessing child sexual abuse material (CSAM) involving minor victims in separate Project Safe Childhood cases in the Middle District of Georgia this week.
West Virginia Truck Driver Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Attempted Sex Trafficking of a Minor in Morton, Illinois
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A West Virginia over-the-road truck driver, Michael Leonard, 53, has been sentenced to fifteen years in prison, to be followed by a lifetime of supervised release, for attempted trafficking of a minor. Leonard will also be required to register as a sex offender and pay restitution totaling $49,000 to victims of child pornography, whose images were stored on his phone.
Former D.A.R.E. officer sentenced to over 15 years in prison for child pornography crimes
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A former longtime Beavercreek police officer was sentenced in U.S. District Court here today to 181 months in prison for committing two federal child pornography crimes.
Elkhorn Man Sentenced to 102 Months for Distributing Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
United States Attorney Steven A. Russell announced that John R. Steier, age 32, was sentenced in federal court today in Omaha, Nebraska, for distributing child pornography. Chief United States District Judge Robert F. Rossiter sentenced Steier to 102 months of imprisonment. There is no parole in the federal system. After completing his term of imprisonment, Steier will begin a 10-year term of supervised release. Steier was also ordered to pay $6,000 in restitution and a $4,000 assessment.
Nampa Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison for Producing Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
Troy Groene, 48, of Nampa, Idaho, was sentenced to 300 months in federal prison for sexual exploitation of a child, U.S. Attorney Josh Hurwit announced today. Senior U.S. District Judge B. Lynn Winmill described Groene as a sexual predator. Many of Groene’s victims appeared in court. Judge Winmill praised them as “heroes” and “brave young women” for their courage in coming forward and holding Groene accountable for his crimes.
California Man Admits Sending Nude Pictures to Missouri Teen
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A man from California pleaded guilty to a federal charge in St. Louis, Missouri Wednesday and admitted sending pictures of his genitals to a Missouri teen.
Brandon Resident Sentenced to 50 Years for Production of Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A Brandon resident was sentenced to serve a total of 50 years in federal prison for production of child pornography and possession of child pornography, announced U.S. Attorney Darren LaMarca, Special Agent in Charge Jermicha Fomby of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, and Mississippi Attorney General Lynn Fitch.
Clarksville Man Sentenced To Federal Prison For Child Exploitation Charges
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A Clarksville, Tennessee, man was sentenced to federal prison yesterday for child exploitation charges, announced U.S. Attorney Henry C. Leventis.
Repeat Sex Offender Sentenced To More Than 27 Years In Prison For Attempted Enticement Of A Minor
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A repeat and dangerous sex offender against children was sentenced this afternoon for attempted enticement of a minor. United States District Court Judge Jay Moody sentenced Joe Newman, 64, of Star City to more than 27 years in federal prison and, should he survive his prison sentence, supervised release for the rest of his life.
Man Who Possessed Child Pornography Sentenced to Over Five Years in Prison
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A man who possessed over 3,500 photographs and 25 videos of child pornography was sentenced today to more than 5 years in federal prison.
Omaha Man Sentenced for Distributing Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
United States Attorney Steven A. Russell announced that Michael Dickmeyer, 24, was sentenced today in federal court in Omaha for distribution and receipt of child pornography. The Honorable Brian C. Buescher sentenced Dickmeyer to 96 months’ imprisonment. There is no parole in the federal prison system. After his release from prison, Dickmeyer will serve 5 years of supervised release. Dickmeyer was also ordered to pay $21,000 in restitution.
Sex Offender Sentenced to More Than 26 Years in Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Child
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A registered sex offender from Lawrence has been sentenced in federal court in Boston for sexually exploiting a 12-year-old girl.
Galveston resident sentenced for having pornographic images of children
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A 37-year-old Galveston resident was has handed a significant sentence for distribution and possession of child pornography, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Repeat Sex Offender Sentenced To Life In Prison For Producing Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
Brian Wittke, 51, a previously convicted sex offender who shared child pornography online and produced child pornography of two children under age two, was sentenced to life in prison today, announced Dena J. King, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina. Wittke, of Wilkes County, was also ordered to serve a lifetime of supervised release and will be required to register as a sex offender should he ever be released from prison.
Claremore Man Pleads Guilty After Being Found with 500+ Images of Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A Claremore man found with more than 500 images of child sexual abuse material on his electronic devices pleaded guilty Tuesday in federal court, announced U.S. Attorney Clint Johnson.
District’s First Fentanyl Conspiracy Case Ends In 85 Months Sentence Of St. Thomas Man
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
United States Attorney Delia L. Smith announced today that Elijah Hakim, 35, of St. Thomas, was sentenced to 85 months of imprisonment in the District’s first prosecution of fentanyl possession.
North Sioux City Man Sentenced for Tax Returns Charges
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced today that U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier has sentenced a North Sioux City, South Dakota, man convicted of one count of False Income Tax Return and three counts of Willful Failure to File Tax Returns.
Ponte Vedra Beach Contract Postal Carrier Pleads Guilty To Theft Of Mail
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Kori Ann Moreno (26, Ponte Vedra Beach) has pleaded guilty to theft of mail. She faces up to five years in prison and payment of restitution to the victims in the case.
Connecticut Man Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison for Role in Murder for Hire
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A Connecticut man was sentenced today to 192 months in prison for his role in a murder for hire scheme in which a New Jersey-based political consultant paid him and another man to kill a longtime associate, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced.
South Carolina Man Arrested on Felony Charges for Actions During Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 12, 2023
A South Carolina man has been arrested on felony charges, including assaulting a law enforcement officer, for his actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.