News from May 2023
Tennessee Corrections Officer Convicted of Obstructing Investigation Into Allegations of Sexual Misconduct with an Inmate
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
A Tennessee man was found guilty yesterday of obstructing an investigation into allegations that he sexually abused an inmate in his custody.
Honduran Man Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Illegal Possession Ammunition
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
A federal judge on Tuesday sentenced a Honduran man illegally residing in Birmingham for illegal possession of ammunition, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security Investigations Special Agent in Charge Katrina W. Berge
South Carolina Inmate Sentenced to Federal Prison for Role in Military Sextortion Scheme
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Dexter Lawrence, 37, was sentenced to 70 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering for his role in a scheme to extort and defraud military members that was operated out of the South Carolina Department of Correction (SCDC).
Charleston Man Sentenced to Ten Years in Federal Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor Through Social Media App
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Samer Refaat Selwanes, 48, of Charleston, was sentenced to ten years in federal prison for sexual exploitation of a minor.
Beaufort Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Federal Prison for Possession of Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Leonardo Rubio, 23, of Beaufort, South Carolina, was sentenced to 14 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to possession of child pornography.
Baton Rouge Man Charged in Federal Court with Numerous Counts of Drug and Gun Charges
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that a federal grand jury has returned a seven-count indictment charging Hakeem Allen, age 27, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, with distribution and possession with the intent to distribute fentanyl, heroin, clonazepam, methamphetamine, cocaine, and marijuana, and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.
2 men sentenced to prison for domestic terrorist plans to attack power grids
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Two men were sentenced in federal court here today for conspiring to attack power grids throughout the United States to promote their white supremacy ideology.
The U.S. Attorney's Office Observes National Crime Victims' Rights Week
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
The Office Will Host An Award Ceremony to Recognize Individuals for Their Contributions to Crime Victims’ Rights
Rapper “Desiigner” Charged with Indecent Exposure on an Aircraft
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
A California man has been charged in a federal criminal complaint with indecent exposure on an aircraft, announced U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger.
Columbus Convicted Felon Pleads Guilty to Federal Firearms Charge
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
A Columbus man with an extensive criminal history pleaded guilty to illegally possessing two pistols he tossed into the backyard of a home while fleeing deputies on foot through a residential area of the city.
Department of Justice Commemorates National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Every April, the Justice Department’s Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) leads communities across the country in observing National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) to honor victims, promote their rights and recognize victim advocates.
Former Physician to Pay More than $1.1 Million to Resolve Allegations He Performed Medically Unnecessary Procedures
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Former physician Jason A. Dreyer has agreed to pay $1,174,849 to resolve allegations that he performed medically unnecessary neurosurgery procedures that Dreyer caused to be billed to Medicare, Medicaid, and other federal health care programs, announced Vanessa R. Waldref, the United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington.
Unlicensed Vancouver, Washington, tax preparer pleads guilty to aiding and assisting with preparing false tax returns
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
The owner of a Vancouver, Washington business that sought to assist immigrants with a variety of services has pleaded guilty to tax fraud charges, announced U.S. Attorney Nick Brown. Saul Valdez was an unlicensed tax preparer who led his immigrant customers to believe he was filling out their tax forms correctly.
Justice Department Observes National Crime Victims’ Rights Week With Events Throughout the Country
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Vanessa R. Waldref, United States Attorney for the Eastern District ofWashington, announces National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), which will beobserved from April 23–29, 2023.
Thai Woman Sentenced for Her Role in International Sex Trafficking Conspiracy
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Sumalee Intarathong also known as Alice Spencer Warren has been sentenced for her role in a large-scale international Thai sex trafficking organization, announced United States Attorney Andrew M. Luger.
Former Public Official and California Contractor Sentenced for Bid Rigging and Bribery
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Conspiracy Impacted Public Works Projects for the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
Edinburg political consultant convicted of bribery
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
A 52-year-old Edinburg man has entered a guilty plea to federal program bribery, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Gree Subsidiary Sentenced for Failure to Report Dangerous Dehumidifiers
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Sentencing Part of $91 Million Resolution with Three Gree Companies and Follows Indictment of Company Executives of Gree U.S. Subsidiary
Bookkeeper Sentenced to 29 Months in Prison
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
Former bookkeeper Susan Ann Sears was sentenced in federal court today to 29 months in prison for embezzling more than $765,000 from Shapery Enterprises and nearly $165,000 from Hope Campbell Realty Inc.
Former Buffalo Man Pleads Guilty To COVID Fraud
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 1, 2023
U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Mohammad Fares, 28, formerly of Buffalo, now of Florida, who was convicted of theft of government property, was sentenced to serve to three years supervised release, perform 200 hours of community service, and pay restitution of approximately $43,000 by U.S. District Judge Lawrence J. Vilardo.