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Jamestown Felon Arrested on Gun and Methamphetamine Charges
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced today that Steven Glover, 39, of Jamestown, NY, was arrested and charged by criminal complaint with being a felon in possession of a firearm and possession of five grams or more of methamphetamine.
Colorado Pharmacy and Pharmacist Agree to Resolve Allegations that They Unlawfully Filled Dangerous Prescriptions for Controlled Substances
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado announced that People’s Pharmacy, Inc. and its owner and pharmacist-in-charge, Mahnaz Abharian, have agreed to resolve allegations that the pharmacy unlawfully dispensed controlled substances, including dangerous opioids and drug combinations.
Former investment advisor pleads guilty to multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
John J. Woods, the former President of Southport Capital and manager of Horizon Private Equity, III, LLC, has pleaded guilty to operating a Ponzi scheme that defrauded hundreds of investors out of more than $25 million.
Former Servicemember Sentenced to 30 Years for Directing Minors to Produce Child Pornography
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
A 45-year-old resident of Zapata is now in custody for defrauding financial institutions as well as state and federal welfare programs, lying to federal authorities and using someone else’s identity, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Longtime Zapata resident indicted on multiple charges in fraud scheme
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
A 45-year-old resident of Zapata is now in custody for defrauding financial institutions as well as state and federal welfare programs, lying to federal authorities and using someone else’s identity, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Recruiter and Director of Money Mule Sentenced to Two Years in Prison for Participation in Business Email Compromise Scheme
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
An Essex County, New Jersey, woman was sentenced to 24 months in prison for her role in a business email compromise (BEC) scheme that affected numerous corporate and individual victims throughout the nation, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced today.
Morgan County Child Molester Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison for Sexual Exploitation and Distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
Justin Herrington, 32, of Whitaker, Indiana, has been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to sexual exploitation of a child and distributing and possessing child sexual abuse material.
Morris County Woman Charged in $10 Million Scheme to Commit Health Care Fraud
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
A Morris County woman has been charged for her role in a conspiracy to commit health care fraud, U.S. Attorney Philip Sellinger announced today.
Husband and wife charged in multi-million dollar home health fraud
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
Two Houston residents are set to appear on allegations in an $8.7 million fraud scheme connected to a home health company they jointly owned and operated, announced U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Kentucky Man Pleads Guilty to Sex Offense Against A Minor
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
Richard L. Barksdale, 69, of Goshen, Kentucky, pleaded guilty today to traveling in interstate commerce to engage in illicit sexual conduct with a minor.
Two KCK Residents Indicted for Fentanyl Conspiracy
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
A Kansas City, Kansas, man and woman have been indicted by a federal grand jury for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute fentanyl.
Pennsylvania Woman Sentenced for Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Related to Capitol Breach
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
Defendant Illegally Entered Capitol, Pushed Against Officers, Remained Inside for About 70 Minutes
FBI Statement on Law Enforcement Activity Occurring in North Houston
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
On March 23, 2023, during the course of a multi-day law enforcement operation to rescue hostages, FBI agents were involved in an agent-involved shooting.
Navajo man pleads guilty to second degree murder
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 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 that Evan Haceesa pleaded guilty to second degree murder.
Arizona man pleads guilty to attempted murder of a federal task force officer
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 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 Robert Benjamin Nelson pled guilty to attempted murder of a federal task force officer and discharging a firearm during a federal crime of violence. Nelson, 31, of Scottsdale, Arizona, will remain in custody pending sentencing, which has not been scheduled.
Third Illinois Prison Guard Sentenced to Six Years of Imprisonment Following Guilty Plea to Civil Rights Deprivation Resulting in Bodily Injury and Death and Obstruction Charges
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
Willie Hedden, 43, a former sergeant at the Western Illinois Correctional Center in Mt. Sterling, Illinois, was sentenced on March 22, 2023, to six years’ imprisonment, to be followed by five years of supervised release, for civil rights deprivation resulting in bodily injury and death and obstruction of justice offenses in connection with the death of Larry Earvin, an inmate at the facility.
Federal Grand Jury B Indictments Announced- March 2023
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
United States Attorney Clint Johnson today announced the results of the March 2023 Federal Grand Jury B.
Brooklyn Man, Who Was Fugitive for 8 Years, Sentenced to 60 Months in Prison For His Role in Heroin Conspiracy
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
Dockim Deeshawn McKnight, 34, of Brooklyn, New York, was sentenced to 5 years in prison after earlier pleading guilty in federal court to conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute and to distribute 100 grams or more of heroin.
Bay Area Resident Convicted Of Production Of Child Pornography And Sex Trafficking Of A Minor
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
Kenneth Orlando Sparks was convicted of production of child pornography and sex trafficking of a minor by a federal jury, announced United States Attorney Ismail J. Ramsey and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Special Agent in Charge Robert K. Tripp.
New Castle Man Sentenced to Over Five Years in Prison for Drug and Gun Crimes
By DOJ Newswire Report | Apr 6, 2023
Jgenus Steele was sentenced to 63 months in prison for committing fentanyl, heroin, and crack cocaine trafficking and firearm crimes, Acting United States Attorney Troy Rivetti announced today.