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Repeat Sex Offender Sentenced To More Than 27 Years In Prison For Attempted Enticement Of A Minor
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
A repeat and dangerous sex offender against children was sentenced this afternoon for attempted enticement of a minor.
Zuni man charged with assault and firearms offenses
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
Alexander M.M. Uballez, United States Attorney for the District of New Mexico, and Raul Bujanda, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office, announced today that Ian Channing Lasiloo was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon, being a prohibited person in possession of a firearm and ammunition, and using and carrying a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence. Lasiloo, 30, of Zuni, and an enrolled member of the Zuni Tribe, appeared in federal court today for a detention hearing and will remain in the custody of a halfway house pending trial, which has not been scheduled. According to an indictment, on Aug. 15, 2022, Lasiloo assaulted a victim, identified as John Doe, with a .22 caliber revolver with the intent to cause bodily harm. An indictment is only an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. If convicted, Lasiloo faces up to life in prison. The Gallup Resident Agency of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office investigated this case with assistance from the Zuni Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Robert James Booth II is prosecuting the case.
Manatee County Bank Robber Sentenced
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
U.S. District Judge Mary S. Scriven has sentenced Robert Frascella (55, Bradenton) to 3 years and 10 months in federal prison for bank robbery. v
Box Elder man admits meth trafficking, firearm crimes on Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
A Box Elder man accused of trafficking drugs on the Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation after law enforcement found a pound of methamphetamine and eight firearms in his truck admitted to charges today, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said.
FBI Surprises 'Very Asian Foundation' President and Co-Founder
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
The FBI surprised Michelle Li, president and co-founder of the “Very Asian Foundation,” on today’s morning news. With help from KSDK-TV, Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Jay Greenberg appeared on the morning show under the guise of being interviewed about diversity recruitment for the FBI.
Two Men Sentenced for Conspiring to Provide Material Support to Plot to Attack Power Grids in the United States
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
Domestic Terrorism Plot was in Furtherance of White Supremacy
West Virginia Man Pleads Guilty to Export Fraud Violation
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
Rana Zeeshan Tanveer, 42, of Beckley, West Virginia, pleaded guilty today to the federal felony offense of committing an export fraud violation.
Second Conspirator in Russia-Ukraine Sanctions Violation Case Arrested
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
Sergey Karpushkin, 46, of Miami and a citizen of Belarus, has been arrested and charged by a federal criminal complaint with engaging in a scheme to violate U.S. sanctions against oligarch Sergey Kurchenko and two related companies by purchasing over $150 million in steelmaking materials.
Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General David Newman Delivers Remarks Announcing Transnational Repression Cases
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
I am David Newman, the Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General for National Security at the Department of Justice. Assistant Attorney General for National Security Matthew Olsen is attending to other important matters in Washington and could not be with us today.
Justice Department Issues Dear Colleague Letter to Courts Regarding Fines and Fees for Youth and Adults
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
The Justice Department today issued a Dear Colleague Letter for state and local courts and juvenile justice agencies regarding the imposition and enforcement of fines and fees for adults and youth.
Metairie Man Sentenced to 87 Months in Federal Prison for Receiving Files Depicting the Sexual Victimization of Children
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that MICHAEL GERALD MARCHESE, age 45, a resident of Metairie, Louisiana, was sentenced on April 18, 2023 by United States District Judge Wendy Vitter to 87 months in prison after previously being indicted for receiving images and videos depicting the sexual exploitation of children, including children as young as approximately one (1) year old, in violation of 18 U.S.C. ' 2252(a)(2).
Middleburg Felon Pleads Guilty to Illegally Possessing Ammunition
By DOJ Newswire | Apr 22, 2023
News Release: Jacksonville, Florida - United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Cody Mack McCormick (35, Middleburg) today pleaded guilty to possession of ammunition as a convicted felon. McCormick faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in federal prison. A sentencing date has not yet been scheduled.
New Orleans Man Sentenced on Federal Carjacking and Weapons Charges
By DOJ Newswire | Apr 22, 2023
News Release: NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - U.S. Attorney Duane A. Evans announced that defendant KEON ESTEEN, age 18, was sentenced on April 13, 2023 by U.S. District Court Judge Barry W. Ashe to a total term of 130 months. As to Count 1 the court sentenced ESTEEN to 46 months of imprisonment. As to Count 2, the court ...
Great Falls Man Sentenced to Four Years in Prison for Illegal Possession of Firearms
By DOJ Newswire | Apr 22, 2023
News Release: GREAT FALLS - A Great Falls man who admitted to illegally possessing firearms while on supervision for prior felony convictions was sentenced today to four years in prison, to be followed by three years of supervised release, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said.
Orlando Felon Sentenced to More Than 7 Years on Firearm Charges in Connection With Shooting
By DOJ Newswire | Apr 22, 2023
News Release: Orlando, Florida - U.S. District Judge Wendy W. Berger today sentenced Darrius Jaques Garrett (33, Orlando) to seven years and six months in federal prison for possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon. The court also ordered Garrett to forfeit a Glock pistol and ammunition, which were used in this case. Garrett had pleaded guilty on Nov. 30, 2022.
Sturgis Man Sentenced for Illegal Possession of Firearm
By DOJ Newswire | Apr 22, 2023
News Release: RAPID CITY - United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced today that U.S. District Judge Jeffrey L. Viken has sentenced a Sturgis, South Dakota, man convicted of Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person. The sentencing took place on April 14, 2023.
Billings Felon Admits to Firearms Crimes After Illegally Possessing Stolen Gun
By DOJ Newswire | Apr 22, 2023
News Release: BILLINGS - A Billings man who was on state supervision for felony convictions admitted today to firearms crimes after law enforcement found him in possession of a stolen gun, U.S. Attorney Jesse Laslovich said.
Former Employee Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison for Molotov Cocktail Attack on St. Charles Restaurant
By DOJ Newswire | Apr 22, 2023
News Release: ST. LOUIS - A disgruntled former employee of a St. Charles, Missouri restaurant who attacked it with Molotov cocktails was sentenced Wednesday to five years in prison.
Omaha Man Sentenced for Receipt of Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
United States Attorney Steven Russell announced that Matthew Carlson, 40, of Omaha, Nebraska, was sentenced today in federal court in Omaha for receipt of child pornography
Morganza Man Pleads Guilty To Production And Attempted Production Of Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 22, 2023
United States Attorney Ronald C. Gathe, Jr. announced that Norman Antoine LeBlanc, age 34, of Morganza, Louisiana, pled guilty before U.S. District Judge John W. deGravelles to production and attempted production of child pornography.