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Homeland Security Task Force Announces Cartel
- Serda was found guilty of one count of conspiracy to distribute controlled substances and four counts of distribution of fentanyl.
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Friday, Nov 6
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Annapolis Drug-Trafficking Organization Co
- Larry Adams, 42, of Annapolis, was sentenced to 70 months, followed by three years of supervised release, for possession of a firearm and ammunition by a prohibited person.
- Sheldon Wells, 37, of Annapolis, was sentenced to 63 months, followed by three years of supervised release, for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute controlled substances.
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Minneapolis Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Abusive Sexual Contact With a Minor Child
- Roshaun Christian Pomani, age 26, was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison.
- Pomani was indicted by a federal grand jury in March 2024.
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Fort Walton Beach Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Fraud Crimes
- Marcus Bernard Clark, 30, of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, was sentenced to two and a half years in federal prison.
- The sentence was announced by John P. Heekin, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida.
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Five Individuals Indicted for Firearms
- Baker-Reed faces a maximum statutory penalty of 15 years in prison if convicted.
- Brooks faces a maximum statutory penalty of life in prison if convicted.
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Farmington Man Indicted for Sexually Assaulting and Strangling Victim
- Muneta is charged with two counts of aggravated sexual abuse and one count of assault by strangulation.
- Muneta will remain on conditions of release pending trial, which has not yet been scheduled.
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Rochester man going to prison for defrauding millions of dollars from lending companies and small businesses using dozens of stolen ID’s
- Paredes was ordered to pay restitution totaling $8,754,446.64 to 57 victims.
- Paredes used the identity of at least 63 individuals to defraud at least 23 victim lenders.
Thursday, Nov 5
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Kanawha County Man Sentenced to Prison for Federal Drug and Gun Crimes
- Over 3.3 kilograms of methamphetamine were seized during the search.
- A loaded Hi-Point model C-9 9mm pistol was seized during the search.
- On October 30, 2024, law enforcement officers executed a search warrant at Graves’ residence in St. Albans.
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Leader of Multi-State Drug Trafficking Network Convicted After Federal Jury Trial
- On May 6, 2023, the Pennsylvania State Police intercepted a package containing six kilograms of cocaine shipped from Battle's residence in southeast Atlanta.
- Federal and state law enforcement executed a search warrant at Battle's home four days after the package interception and seized large quantities of narcotics.
- Agents located two firearms under Battle's bed and approximately $76,000 in cash during the search.
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Snyder County Man Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking
- On January 3, 2023, law enforcement conducted a traffic stop on Hanning in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania.
- A search of Hanning’s person revealed 1.89 grams of fentanyl,.79 gram of buprenorphine, and 3.50 grams of crystal methamphetamine.
- Hanning was sentenced for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine base (crack), in both Snyder and Union Counties, and elsewhere.
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U.S. Attorney Charges New York State Police Sergeant With Sexually Exploiting Two Minors And Possessing Child Pornography
- On October 25, 2026, New York State Police executed a search warrant at Calderon's residence and recovered various electronic surveillance equipment and storage devices.
- Calderon has been a Sergeant with the New York State Police since in or about 2022.
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Justice Department Says Federal Education Aid Cannot Be Tied to Unconstitutional Race
- The Department of Justice’s Office of Legal Counsel issued an opinion clarifying the limits on the Department of Education’s authority to consider race when administering the Magnet Schools Assistance Program (MSAP).
- Grants based solely on goals such as increasing racial diversity, reducing racial isolation, or altering racial balance cannot be approved.
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Jury Finds Two Brothers Guilty of July 2020 Murder and Robbery Conspiracy
- A jury in D.C. Superior Court found both Dijon Williams and Daivion Williams guilty of one count each of first-degree murder while armed, conspiracy and attempted robbery.
- The Honorable Jason Park scheduled sentencing for January 22, 2027.
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Homeland Security Task Force Investigation Leads to Multi-Defendant Indictment for Gold Bar Scheme to Defraud Elderly Victims
- A jury trial is scheduled for December 30, 2026, at 8:30 am before Chief United States District Court Judge Allen C. Winsor in Gainesville, Florida.
- This prosecution is part of the Homeland Security Task Force (HSTF) initiative established by Executive Order 14159, Protecting the American People Against Invasion.
Wednesday, Nov 4
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Prior felon pleads guilty to gun charge
- The maximum penalty for being a felon in possession of a firearm is 15 years in prison and a fine of $250,000.
- On June 24, 2026, the FBI executed a search warrant at Hall’s Tudor Road residence.
- During the search, the FBI seized a semi-automatic handgun and six rounds of ammunition.
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Baltimore Man Indicted in Connection With Counterfeit Money Scheme
- In January 2026, Monroe attempted a similar scheme at a Glen Burnie retail store.
- Investigators executed a search warrant at Monroe's home in April 2026 and discovered evidence of the production of counterfeit currency.
- Clifton Monroe, Jr., 49, is charged with four counts of passing or possessing counterfeit obligations or securities.
Monday, Nov 2
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Utah County Man Admits His Part in a Multimillion
- Bates was initially charged by felony information on September 30, 2026.
- Investor loss is more than $60 million.
- Bates is scheduled to be sentenced on January 12, 2027, at 11:00 a.m. In courtroom 3.4.
Wednesday, Oct 28
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U.S. Attorney’s Office announces $23 million civil recovery for health care fraud victims
- Through fake loans A former Kansas credit union employee was sentenced to 19 months in prison and ordered to pay $207,920 in restitution after embezzling approximately $171,000 by creating fake loans to members.
Tuesday, Sep 8
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Ohio Missionary Enters Guilty Plea for Child Exploitation Crimes in Haiti
- Mast took over 30 flights from the United States to Haiti between November 2002 and August 2018.
- Sentencing is set for Dec. 15, 2026.
- Jeriah Mast, 45, of Millersburg, Ohio, entered a guilty plea to two counts of engaging in illicit sexual conduct with minors in Haiti.