News from 2023
New Orleans Woman Sentenced for Theft of More than $86,000 in Social Security Funds
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that DANIELLE COLEMAN, age 39, of New Orleans, Louisiana, was sentenced on April 27, 2023 after previously pleading guilty to Theft of Government Funds, in violation of Title 18, United States Code, Section 641.
Honduran Woman Charged with Illegally Using Social Security Number to Obtain Employment
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
ENNA SERRANO-CRUZ, age 31, a native of Honduras, was sentenced on April 27, 2023 for illegally using a social security number to qualify for employment, in violation of Title 42, United States Code, Section 408(a)(7)(B), announced United States Attorney Duane A. Evan
Denver Woman Pleads Guilty to $3.3 Million Covid Fraud
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado announces DeJane Reaniece Lattany, age 32, of Denver, pleaded guilty to wire fraud for receiving more than $3.3 million of fraudulent COVID-19 loans.
Mishawaka Man Sentenced to 46 Months in Prison
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
Erskine Jones, 31 years old, of Mishawaka, Indiana, was sentenced by United States District Court Chief Judge Jon E. DeGuilio after pleading guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm, announced United States Attorney Clifford D. Johnson.
U.S. Attorney’s Office Honors Law Enforcement Partners in Fourth Annual “Excellence in the Pursuit of Justice” Awards Ceremony
By DOJ Newswire | May 8, 2023
News Release: MINNEAPOLIS - The United States Attorney’s Office recognized members of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies at its fourth annual “Excellence in the Pursuit of Justice" Awards ceremony. The ceremony, held on April 25, 2023, honored law enforcement professionals who have gone above and beyond their duties to safeguard Minnesota’s communities.
New Orleans Man Pleads Guilty to Multiple Federal Firearm and Drug Trafficking Charges
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that DEVONTE SMITH, age 22, of New Orleans, pled guilty to seven counts of an eight-count indictment, that charged him with multiple federal firearms and drug trafficking violations stemming from a March 30, 2022 shootout, on the corner of Orleans and Rocheblave Street that was captured on NOPD crime cameras, and the subsequent search of a Touro Street residence
Charleston Man Sentenced to Serve 12 Years in Federal Prison for Selling Methamphetamine
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
The United States Attorney's Office announced that Darwin L. Craig, 34, of Charleston, Missouri, was sentenced to serve 12 years in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine.
Fouad K. Zeton Pleads Guilty to Federal Conspiracy for Role in Insurance Fraud and Bribery Scheme
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
The United States Attorney’s Office announced the guilty plea of FOUAD K. ZETON for conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
Sioux City Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Possession of Firearms
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
Felipe Martin, 26, from Sioux City, Iowa, pled guilty on April 27, 2023, to being a prohibited person in possession of firearms.
Sioux City Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison for Lying on Firearm Purchase Form
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
Christen Williams, 35, from Sioux City, Iowa, was sentenced today to 10 months in federal prison for making false statements during the purchase of a firearm.
Mason City Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possessing a Firearm as a Felon
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
Llewllyn, a prohibited possessor of firearms, went on a shooting spree after being fired from his job.
Cedar Rapids Felon Who Possessed a Sawed-off Shotgun Sentenced to Over Four Years in Prison
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
Also possessed meth, meth pipes, a syringe, and brass knuckles
Former University Administrator Sentenced For Role In Wire Fraud Scheme
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
U.S. District Judge Charlene E. Honeywell has sentenced Brian Carroll (47, New Market, Tennessee) to 15 months in federal prison for wire fraud.
Former Stoneham Police Officer Indicted for Wire Fraud
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
Defendant allegedly defrauded three of his landlords
Houston resident sentenced for smuggling minors
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
A 46-year-old man has been ordered to prison following his conviction of conspiracy to smuggle undocumented aliens, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Waterbury Man Admits Role in Kidnapping and Murder of Massachusetts Man Whose Body was Found in Hartford
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
Vanessa Roberts Avery, United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut, announced that CALVIN ROBERSON, also known as “Cutty,” 40, of Waterbury, pleaded guilty today in New Haven federal court to offenses related to the kidnapping and murder of a Massachusetts man in 2020.
Dual citizen admits to laundering romance scam proceeds
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
A 39-year-old man who holds citizenship in the United States and Ghana has pleaded guilty to operating an illegal money transmitting business, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Mexican Man Sentenced to Prison for Illegally Reentering the United States After Being Deported Four Times
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
Has Two Prior Convictions for Illegally Reentering the U.S. and Six Convictions for Operating While Intoxicated
Rapid City Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Receipt and Possession of Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced today that U.S. District Judge Jeffrey L. Viken has sentenced a Rapid City, South Dakota, man convicted of Receipt of Child Pornography and Possession of Child Pornography.
Maury County Corrections Officer Convicted Of Obstruction Of Justice
By DOJ Newswire Report | May 8, 2023
A Maury County, Tennessee corrections officer was convicted today by a federal jury of obstruction of justice, announced U.S. Attorney Henry C. Leventis