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John Riordan: Misconceptions about Criminal Defense AttorneysWest Palm Beach, FL— John Riordan, a partner at Kelley Kronenberg in West Palm Beach, knows that the public often misunderstands criminal defense attorneys.
Reputable Criminal Defense Attorney John Trevena Talks Crime and Punishment Largo, FL—While many defense attorneys would say that murder cases are the most complex cases to work on, John Trevena begs to differ.
Connecticut Criminal Trial Specialist Richard Meehan Talks DefenseShelton, CT—Richard Thomas Meehan decided to specialize in criminal law the day he saw his father win a big verdict.
Colorado Attorney Focuses on Achieving Optimum Results through Effective RepresentationBoulder, CO—For Josh Maximon, a life devoted to the law started with a personal tragedy.
Defending the Little Guy is My DNA, Prominent Michigan Attorney Neil RockindSouthfield, MI—Neil Rockind was a good prosecutor—even a great one.
Joseph King: Aggressive, Innovative and Committed Defense AttorneyAlexandria, VA—Recognized by Washingtonian magazine as one of the top criminal defense attorneys in the Washington DC metro, Joseph King knows trials.
Eric Franz: First Class, First Rate, Trial Lawyer and RepresentationNew York, NY—Eric Franz, a criminal defense attorney in New York City, has built his career on leveling the playing field within the justice system.
No Litigation Challenge Too Tough for New York Litigation SpecialistBuffalo, NY—Named “Lawyer of the Year” last year by the Erie County Bar Association, litigation specialist Terry Connors says that he knows he's doing the right job.
Maryland Lawyer Peter Fayne's Path to Criminal LawRiverdale, MD—Peter Fayne's path to criminal defense law was anything but ordinary.
Every Person Deserves a Zealous Advocate, Says Texas Criminal Defense AttorneySan Antonio, TX—For Demetrio Duarte, defending people accused of crimes has been a career for over 25 years.
Fahringer & Dubno: 68 Years of Combined High-Quality Experience and RepresentationNew York, NY—Representing clients charged with violating criminal statutes and other First Amendment related laws is what Herald Price Fahringer and Erica Dubno do best.
Love of the Law was Inspired by a Love of History for Wisconsin Attorney Alex FlynnMore on News at LAWS.
Putting an End to Domestic Violence in the Big Apple - The Center Against Domestic ViolenceMore on News at LAWS.
Putting an End to Domestic Violence among Asians & Pacific Islanders - The Asian & Pacific Islander Institute on Domestic ViolenceMore on News at LAWS.
Heeding the Native Cry - Mending the Sacred Hoop on Domestic Violence among Native AmericansMore on News at LAWS.
Facing Domestic Violence Head On - The Oregon Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual ViolenceMore on News at LAWS.
Waffle House CEO Accused of Sexual HarassmentSexual harassment allegations made against the chief executive officer of Waffle House, a Southern regional chain of diners, have put harassment back into the media spotlight.
Two Koreans Removed from US for Sex Trafficking and FraudOn November 30, 2012, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that Kyung Hwa Choi and Sun Hee Kim were returned to South Korea by officers under ICE’s Office of Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO).
Hospital Employee Indicted for Hepatitis C OutbreakOn November 29, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of New Hampshire announced that David M Kwiatkowski was indicted for infecting patients in New Hampshire and other states with Hepatitis C.
Two Texans Indicted for Making Animal Torture VideosOn November 28, 2012, Ashley Nicole Richards and Brent Justice of Houston were indicted for making what US Attorney Kenneth Magidson calls “animal crush videos.
Man Threatened to Kill Texas Police and their FamiliesOn November 28, 2012, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) under Immigration and Customers Enforcement (ICE) announced that a man was arrested for threatening to kill police officers and members of their families.
Mint Hill Fire Chief to Plead Guilty of Public CorruptionOn November 27, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Western District of North Carolina announced that Jeremy K Russell, the former fire chief of Mint Hill Volunteer Fire Department, agreed to plead guilty for embezzling over $225,000 from the Town of Mint Hill and the Fire Department.
Assistance Needed in Identifying San Diego Bank RobberOn November 27, 2012, the FBI in San Diego and the San Diego Police Department asked the public for information on an unidentified man who robbed a US Bank inside a Vons grocery store on November 27, 2012.
Colorado Springs Man Guilty of Robbery and Gun ChargesOn November 21, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado announced that Joshua Bodean Smith of Colorado Springs, Colorado was found guilty of two counts of armed robbery that violated the Hobbs Act.
Requested Assistance in Identify Serial Bank RobberOn November 20, 2012, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in Newark asked for information from the public for a series of four bank robberies that occurred starting in August 2012.
Man Pleads Guilty to Pointing Laser at AircraftOn November 21, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Missouri announced that Michael Brandon Smith of O’Fallon, Missouri, pled guilty to pointing a high-powered laser at a Metro St Louis Air Support Police helicopter on May 18, 2012.
Colombo Family Street Boss Gets 199 MonthsOn November 21, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts announced that Ralph F Deleo of Somerville was sentenced to 199 months in prison.
Iranian Man Tried to Export US Military AntennasOn November 20, 2012, Immigration and Customers Enforcement (ICE) reported that Amin Ravan of Iran was charged for conspiring to defraud the United States, smuggling, and violation of the Arms Export Control Act (AECA).
Three Sentenced After Plot to Bomb Ohio BridgeOn November 20, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio announced that three men were sentenced for attempting to destroy a bridge in Cleveland with explosives.
Life in Prison for Dangerous Al Qaeda OperativeOn November 16, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York reported that Adis Medunjanin was sentenced to life in prison for attempting to commit several suicide terrorist attacks inside the United States.
Hustle Boys Gang Member Charged with Drug TraffickingOn November 15, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Michigan reported that Jeron Gaskin of Detroit, Michigan pled guilty to federal drug charges.
New England Crime Boss Nailed with 78 MonthsOn November 14, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that Anthony L Dinunzio received 78 months in federal prison for a racketeering conspiracy that extorted payments from adult entertainment businesses in Rhode Island.
Gamer Hacked and Disabled New Hampshire ServersOn November 15, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that a Dutch national was indicted by a federal grand jury in the District of New Hampshire after he conspired to hack into and disable servers belonging to Rampid Interactive.
Shaykh Aminullah on Seeking Information—Terrorism ListOn November 14, 2012, the Federal Bureau of Investigation placed Shaykh Aminullah on the Seeking Information—Terrorism List.
Law Firm Partner Obstructed SEC InvestigationOn November 13, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California reported that David Tamman of Santa Monica was charged on 10 counts.
Student Planned to Use Weapon of Mass DestructionOn November 13, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that Khalid Ali-M Aldawsari was sentenced to life in prison for attempting to use a weapon of mass destruction.
NY Man Sentenced for Trying to Steal Historic DocumentsOn November 9, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland reported that Jason James Savedoff of New York, New York was sentenced to 366 days in prison and two years of supervised release.
38 La Cosa Nostra Defendants Plead GuilityOn November 9, 20912, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York reported that 38 defendants part of United States v Andrew Russo, et al—what the Justice Department calls the “largest single-day operation against La Cosa Nostra—pleaded guilty to federal charges.
Helicopter Pilot Receives 10 Years for Drug SmugglingOn November 7, 2012, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that Henry Rosenau of Armstrong, British Columbia, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for smuggling massive amounts of drugs from Canada to the United States for a drug organization.
Flats Oxbow Association Director Misused $580,000On November 8, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio reported that charges were filed against Thomas L Newman, the director of the Flats Oxbow Association, for stealing over $580,000.
Former ICE Agent Transported Child PornographyOn November 9, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that a former Special Agent in Charge for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in Miami was sentenced to 70 months in prison for the transportation of child pornography.
Texas Inmate Pleaded Guilty to Hate CrimeOn November 8, 2012, the Department of Justice reported that John Hall—a current inmate at the Federal Correctional Institution in Seagoville, Texas—pleaded guilty to a hate crime against an inmate he thought was gay.
$70,000 Reward for “AK-47 Bandit” InformationOn November 8, 2012, the FBI announced that a male adult suspect who robbed an Idaho credit under the day before appears to be the “AK-47 Bandit.
Army Recruiter Guilty of Child Sexual ExploitationOn November 8, 2012, Arnold Gonzales received an 87-month prison sentence and 10 years of supervised release for child sexual exploitation.
NY Man Planted Explosive Device at Home Depot StoreOn November 8, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York reported that Daniel Sheehan was charged for attempted extortion on a Home Depot store and using a destructive device for the extortion scheme.
Two Charged in “Bonnie and Clyde” Style Bank RobberyThe days of armed bank robberies by husband and wife are far from over.
Man Stole Truck with White House Audio EquipmentOn November 7, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia announced that Eric Brown of Richmond was arrested after he was accused of stealing a truck the contained audio equipment for the President of the United States.
Man Gets Life in Prison after Life of ViolenceOn November 2, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that Derek Lucas of Memphis, Tennessee was sentenced to life in prison for conspiring to rob drug dealers.
El Paso Attorney Arrested for Link to Drug CartelOn November 2, 2012, Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) arrested Marco Antonio Delgado for helping a drug cartel with money laundering.
Information Wanted on Fugitive Francisco Molina-NeaveOn November 7, 2012, the Federal Bureau of Investigation announced that it is seeking information on a fugitive name Francisco Molina-Neave.
Washington DC Man Gets 20 Months for Bomb ThreatOn November 7, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia announced that Michael Jerome Dennis was sentenced to 20 months in prison after he made two different bomb threats against the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak).
Man Gets 57 Months for Assaulting Federal OfficerOn November 6, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut announced that Jeffrey Thomas of Bridgeport, Connecticut, was sentenced to 57 months in prison and three years of supervised release after he assaulted a federal law enforcement officer.
Portsmouth Bail Bondsman Bribed Public OfficialsOn November 2, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that a bail bondsman in Portsmouth, Virginia received 30 months in prison after he bribed public officials to receive what the Justice Department called “favorable treatment.
Information Requested on “The Brady Bunch Bandit”The FBI Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force and multiple law enforcement agencies around Denver are asking for information about six different bank robberies that have occurred recently.
Co-Conspirator Charged in Complex Home InvasionOn November 5, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Connecticut announced that Michael N.
Man Gets 41 Months after Committing Gruesome AssaultOn November 5, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced that Frederick Jimmie was sentenced to 41 months in prison for a federal assault conviction.
Two Attempted to Sell Stolen Henri Matisse PaintingOn October 31, 2012, Wifredo A Ferrer, US Attorney for the Southern District of Florida, and Michael B Steinbach, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Field Office, announced that a Miami resident and a Mexican national were charged and pled guilty to attempting to sell the stolen Matisse painting called “Odalisque in Red Pants.
Man Plotted Attack on Pentagon and US CapitolOn November 1, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts announced the sentencing of Rezwan Ferdaus.
Update: Suspected “Chubby Bandit” ArrestedOn October 20, 2012, the FBI, the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, and the Carlsbad Police Department announced that Aaron Alan Hyman was arrested for the serial robberies that occurred around the San Diego area.
Another Man Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Counterfeit AirbagsOn October 22, 2012, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that Igor Borodin of Indian Trial, North Carolina, pleaded guilty to delivering counterfeit airbags by air commerce.
Two Violent Robbers Receive 486 Years in Prison CombinedOn October 19, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania announced that Emmanuel Duran and John Bowie of Philadelphia each received over 240 years in prison for violent armed robberies of pharmacies, businesses, and homes around the Philadelphia area.
Hitman Receives Life in Prison Plus 40 YearsOn October 19, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas announced that Gerardo Castillo-Chavez from Tamaulipas, Mexico, received life in prison plus 40 years for murders that were linked to the Gulf Cartel and Zetas.
13 Hackton Organization Members Charged with Violent CrimesOn October 19, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Louisiana announced that 13 members of the Hackton Criminal Organization were charged with 22 counts in a superseding indictment.
Minneapolis Man Provided Material Support to al ShabaabOn October 18, 2012, a trial jury in Minnesota found Mahuamud Said Omar guilty of providing material support to a foreign terrorist organization known as al Shabaab.
Doctor Illegally Prescribed Steroids, HGH, and PainkillersOn October 19, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio announced that a Pittsburgh physician was indicted on 185 counts of illegally prescribing anabolic steroids, human growth hormone, and narcotics like oxycodone and oxycontin.
Man Receives 180 Months for Harassing/Exploiting ChildrenIt’s hard to read about cases that involve the sexual exploitation of minors.
Indiana Man Indicted on Hate Crimes for Arson at MosqueOn October 18, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio announced that the suspect for the arson of the Toledo-area Mosque has been indicted on two counts.
Texas Water Control Manager Pleads Guilty to FraudOn October 18, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas announced that Yantis Dean Green of San Angelo, Texas, pleaded guilty to a count of theft and aiding and abetting in connection with programs that were receiving federal funding.
Maverick County Commissioner Arrested by Federal AgentsOn October 18, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Texas announced that federal authorities arrested Maverick County Commissioner Rodolfo Heredia and two other defendants for money laundering and a bulk cash smuggling scheme.
$5,000 Offered for Information on Salem Bank RobberyOn October 18, 2012, the Portland FBI announced that the Oregon Financial Institutions Security Task Force (FIST) is offering a reward of $5,000 for any information that leads to the arrests of the two armed men who robbed the West Coast Bank on September 10, 2012.
US Marshals Inspector Awarded for Heroism in VirginiaOn October 17, 2012, the US Marshals Service announced that Inspector John Long of the US Marshals’ Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force will receive the Department of Justice, Attorney General’s Award for Exceptional Heroism.
Tampa Man Exported Millions in Computer Equipment to IranOn October 18, 2012, Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced that Mohammad Reza “Ray” Hajian of Tampa was sentenced to four years in federal prison for violating the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the Iranian trade regulations as well.
Information Requested about “Chubby Bandit”On October 17, 2012, the San Diego FBI and local law enforcement asked the public for help in identifying and catching a serial bank robber known as the “Chubby Bandit.
Man in New Mexico Faces 74 Years for Crime SpreeOn October 18, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced that Jerome Yazzie of Tohajiilee, New Mexico, was found guilty for two counts of aggravated burglary, one count of robbery, one count of kidnapping, and two counts for using a firearm during a crime of violence.
Man Operated Illegal Gambling Operation in Chinatown, DCOn October 16, 2012, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that Chun Liu pleaded guilty in a District Court for the District of Columbia for operating an illegal gambling business.
Florida Man Arrested for Smuggling Dinosaur FossilsOn October 17, 2012, Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced that Eric Prokopi of Gainesville, Florida, was arrested for illegally importing multiple dinosaur fossils into the United States.
Serial Bank Robber Receives 6 Life SentencesOn October 17, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Virginia announced that James Louis Whittlesey was sentenced for five counts of aggravated bank robbery, two gun charges, and one count of attempted escape.
Man Attempted to Assassinate Saudi Ambassador to USOn October 17, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that Manssor Arbabsiar plotted to assassinate the Saudi Arabian Ambassador to the United States.
Man Attempts to Bomb New York Federal Reserve BankThere was a ghostly feeling in New York City yesterday on October 16, 2012.
Robber’s Mother Guilty in Conspiring to Rob Armored CarOn October 16, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland announced that Regina McCullom, also known as Regina Wilson, pleaded guilty to a gun charge and conspiring to rob an armored car when the car was transporting a large amount of cash.
Suspects Wanted for Bank Robberies in Phoenix AreaOn October 16, 2012, the FBI in Phoenix released information about two suspects that are wanted for bank robberies in the Phoenix area.
Albuquerque Man Robbed 4 Businesses, Violated Hobbs ActOn October 16, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of New Mexico announced that Oscar Marquez was charged with four counts of violating the Hobbs Act and four counts of using a firearm to commit the crime of violence.
Man Receives 3 Years for Trafficking Counterfeit SoftwareOn October 16, 2012, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that a man in Lakewood, California surrendered to authorities and started serving his 3-year sentence after he imported over 1,000 counterfeit Microsoft Office CD-ROMs and sold them over the internet.
Corrections Officer Falsified Documents after Inmate BeatingThe US Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Pennsylvania announced on October 15, 2012 that James Donis falsified the documents after the inmate beating.
Eight Men Sentenced for Sexual Exploitation CrimesThe US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois calls the defendants self-identified “boy lovers.
NYPD Officer Violated Civil RightsOn October 15, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York announced that Admir Kacamakovic, a veteran with the New York City Police Department, pleaded guilty to violating the civil rights of a resident in Brooklyn by handcuffing him and illegally detaining him.
Pharmacy Robber Gets 184 Months and MoreOn October 12, 2012, the US Attorney’s office for the District of Montana announced that Shawn Patrick Malarkey of Kalispell was sentenced for robbing a pharmacy with a firearm.
Seabeck Man Receives 13 Years for Bank RobberiesOn October 12, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Western District of Washington announced that Michael Wandke was sentenced to 13 years in prison for committing four different bank robberies and numerous espresso stand robberies as well.
Man Receives 50 Years for Producing Child PornographyOn October 12, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia announced that Roberto A Darden of Newport News was sentenced to 50 years for producing child pornography and witness tampering.
Maryland Man Receives 72 Years for Armed RobberiesOn October 12, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland announced that Eric Jordon was sentenced to 72 years in prison and 5 years of supervised in connection to three armed robberies around the Baltimore area.
Second “Nuns on the Run” Defendant ArrestedOn October 10, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois announced that a second defendant was arrested for the armed robbery that occurred in May 2011 at the TCF Bank branch in south Palos Heights.
Genovese Mafia Member Gets 25 Years for RacketeeringOn October 11, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York announced that Emilio Fusco received 25 years in prison for racketeering and extortion crimes.
Man Tried to Trade Weapons for Ton of CocaineOn October 11, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York announced that Jamal Yousef, “Talal Hassan Ghantou,” was sentenced to 12 years in prison for providing high-powered weapons to the foreign terrorist organization called Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC).
25 Members of Texas Mexican Mafia Gang IndictedOn October 11, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas announced that 25 members of the feared Texas Mexican Mafia prison gang were indicted for trafficking heroin, cocaine, and methamphetamine.
Police Ask for Help: Wyoming Child Abduction CaseOn October 11, the FBI announced that they are asking the public for help in a child abduction case that occurred in Cody, Wyoming.
U.S. Navy Officials Sentenced in Enormous Corruption SchemeOn October 9, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of California announced that four U.
Mexican Cartel Member Charged in Bribery SchemeOn October 10, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of Texas announced that Juan Carlos De La Cruz Reyna was sentenced to at least 11 additional years in federal prison after he tried to bribe a public official.
Ohio State Representative Indicted on 49 CountsOn October 10, 2012, the Cincinnati Division for the FBI announced that a Franklin County Grand Jury returned an indictment with 49 counts against Ohio State Representative Clayton R.
Man Guilty of Guarding 950 Marijuana PlantsOn October 5, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Montana announced that Dan James Nichols of Belgrade pled guilty to maintaining and protecting drug premises.
Former Philadelphia Detective Guilty of Drug ChargesOn October 9, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania announced that Keith Gidelson of Philadelphia pleaded guilty to charges for conspiring to distribute anabolic steroids.
Duval County Woman Sentenced after Bomb HoaxOn October 9, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida announced that Linda Gayle Wilson from Baldwin was sentenced to 12 months in federal prison after providing false information that involved a bomb report to authorities.
Boston Man Convicted for Numerous Bank RobberiesOn October 5, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts announced that William DeVencinzi, an East Boston Man, was sentenced after he engaged in several armed bank robberies.
Defendants Conspired to Kill Federal Judge/Assistant U.S AttorneyOn October 9, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York announced that two men were charged for conspiring to murder a United States District Judge and an Assistant United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York.
Dallas Man Charged for Threats and Black MailOn October 4, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Texas announced that Barrett Lancaster Brown was charged by a federal grand jury in for one count of making a threat over the internet, for one count of threatening to make personal information of a U.
Man Pleads Guilty for Selling Illegal ParaphernaliaOn October 3, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Idaho announced that Anthony Stoner of Boise, Idaho pleaded guilty to selling illegal drug paraphernalia a local store called Smoke N Accessories LLC.
First Ever RICO Action Brought Against L.A. BloodsOn October 2, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Central District of California announced that three additional members of the Pueblo Bishops Bloods were found guilty of federal racketeering, narcotics, and gun charges.
Indiana Man Faces Hate Crime Charges for ArsonOn October 5, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio announced that criminal hate crimes charges were filed against Randolph Linn of St.
AZ State Representative Admits to Taking BribeOn October 5, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that Arizona State Representative Paul Ben Arredondo pleaded guilty in a Phoenix federal court for taking a bribe and using his authority as a city councilmember and state representative to leverage action.
Florida Police Captain Guilty of Drug ChargesOn October 5, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the southern District of Florida announced that Arthur Balom of Miramar, an Opa-Locka Police Department captain, pled guilty to participating in the distribution of cocaine, ecstasy, and oxycodone throughout the city of Opa-Locka.
International Terrorists Extradited from Great BritainOn October 6, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York announced that Mustafa Kamel Mustafa (Abu Hamza), Adel Abdel Bary, and Khaled al Fawwaz were extradited from Great Britain and arrived in the Southern District of New York.
15 Most Wanted Fugitive Arrested in MexicoOn October 4, 2012, the US Marshals Service announced that Edward Salas, a 15 Most Wanted fugitive, was arrested in Chihuahua City.
Drug Sting Leads to 44 Arrests in Puerto RicoOn October 5, 2012, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced that 44 people were arrested in eastern Puerto for participation in a drug trafficking and money laundering organization.
Middlesex Construction Company Paid Bribes and KickbacksOn October 4, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey announced that George Chrysanthopoulos of Little Silver, New Jersey was indicted for paying $350,000 in kickbacks to the New Jersey Department of Transportation and a private port terminal operator as well.
Another La Cosa Nostra Member Pleads GuiltyOn October 5, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania announced that Louis Fazzini of Caldwell, New Jersey, pleaded guilty to an illegal gambling racketeering conspiracy and theft from an employee benefit plan.
Bank Employee Admits Own Role in Bank RobberyOn October 4, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of New Jersey announced that a Union County man admitted his role in robbing the bank where he worked, the TD Bank branch in Westfield, New Jersey.
TSA Officer Pleads Guilty to Smuggling DrugsOn October 4, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia announced that an ex-TSA officer, Timothy G.
Latin King Member Guilty for Racketeering EnterpriseOn October 3, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that Wesley Anderson Williams, “King Bam,” pleaded guilty for “racketeering-related” charges.
Alabama Police Officer Accused of Excessive ForceOn October 3, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Alabama announced that Corey L.
FDA Cracks Down on Illegal Internet PharmaciesOn October 4, 2012, the Food and Drug Administration announced that it took action against over 4,100 internet pharmacies that are illegally selling dangerous or unapproved drugs this week.
Man Deported for Murder, Extortion, and Organized CrimeOn October 2, 2012, the Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) under the Immigration and Custom’s Enforcement announced that a Salvadorian man was deported to his home country because he is wanted for murder, organized crime, and extortion.
11 Russian Procurement Network Members Charged and ArrestedOn October 3, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York announced that a Russian agent and 10 other members of a procurement network for the Russian Military and Intelligence were arrested while operating in the United States.
NYC Supervisory Officials Plead Guilty to BriberyOn October 2, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of New York announced that two former supervisors part of the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) pleaded guilty to bribery charges in a scheme to bribe highly ranked officials and receive much desired construction contracts.
$50,000 Reward for Help in Locating Ahmad AbousamraOn October 3, 2012, the FBI’s Boston Field Office asked for assistance from the public in locating a wanted terrorist by the name of Ahmad Abousamra.
Man Accused of Elaborate Pharmaceutical Smuggling SchemeOn October 1, 2012, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement stated that a Florida man was charged for operating an illegal pharmaceutical scheme out of his home and selling over $7 million of unapproved oncology drugs through a pharmacy in San Diego.
Businessman Guilty of Bribing Georgia CommissionerOn October 1, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia announced that Mark Gary, of Duluth, pleaded guilty to bribing the Gwinnett County Commissioner in 2009 in order to secure rights to build a waste transfer station.
Man Admits to Illegal Gambling/Violent Debt CollectionOn October 1, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Massachusetts announced that Minh Cam Luong, aka “Ming Jai,” pleaded guilty to operating an illegal gambling business and using violence to collect money from indebted gamblers.
Attorneys File Even More Charges against Madoff EmployeesOn October 1, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York announced that Daniel Bonventre, Annette Bongiorno, Joann Crupi, Jerome O’Hara, and George Perez received additional charges in a superseding indictment.
La Cosa Nostra Associate Sentenced to 33 MonthsOn October 1, 2012, the Department of Justice announced that Louis Barretta of Philadelphia was sentenced to 33 months in prison for involvements in the La Cosa Nostra family.
66 Indicted for Drug Trafficking in Puerto RicoOn September 28, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Puerto Rico announced that 66 people were indicted by a federal grand jury for drug trafficking in the Municipality of Ponce.
39 Charged for Drug Trafficking around ChicagoOn September 28, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois reported that two leaders in the Chicago area were charged with federal drug charges.
Former Illinois Police Officer Pleads GuiltyOn September 26, 2012, the US Attorney’s office for the Southern District of Illinois announced that Ramon T.
Two Different Bank Robbers from Baltimore Receive Sentences on Same DayOn September 21, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland announced that two men involved in unrelated bank robberies were sentenced.
Two Florida Men Plead Guilty to Making Illegal Campaign ContributionsOn September 27, 2012, the US Department of Justice announced that a real estate developer, Timothy F.
12 Charged in Southern District of New York for Heroin Distribution RingOn September 27, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of New York announced that 11 defendants were indicted for conspiracy to distribute heroin around the area of Poughkeepsie, New York.
$100,000 Reward for Information on Semion MogilevichThe Federal Bureau of Investigation reports that Semion Mogilevich is wanted for participating in a fraud scheme that affected the stock of thousands of investors in Canada.
Howard University Hospital Employee Sentenced for Selling Patients’ InformationOn September 21, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the District of Columbia announced that Laurie Napper was sentenced for selling personal information about patients and even selling blank prescription forms.
Three Men Sentenced for Robbing Armored Car in Oakwood GAOn September 26, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the Northern District of Georgia announced that Terry Rivers, Antonio Gore, and Montez Walker were sentenced by a federal grand jury for the robbery that occurred in January of 2012.
New Jersey Defense Contractor Guilty of Exporting Military Technology to ChinaOn September 26, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the District of New Jersey stated that Sixing Liu was found guilty of exporting secret U.
Two Different Buffalo-Area Men Charged for Child PornographyOn September 21 and 24, the US Attorney’s Office in the Western District of New York announced charges for two different men in the possession of child pornography.
Investment Manager Charged with Bribing Union OfficialOn September 25, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the Northern District of Ohio stated that Nicholas Delbrocco was charged with two counts after he provided items of value to the Ohio and Vicinity Regional Council of Carpenters.
Alaska Resident Receives 5 Years in Prison on Explosives and Weapons ChargesOn September 25, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the District of Alaska announced that Coleman L.
Arson Reward Increased to $50,000 for Information on Islamic Center of JoplinOn September 19, 2012, the FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives increased the award to $50,000 for information that can lead to the arrests of the person or persons who caused the fire at the Islamic Center of Joplin on July 4, 2012.
Two Different Men Charged for Child Pornography in Pittsburgh AreaOn September 25, 2012, the FBI announced that a man in Westmoreland County, PA and a man in Allegheny County, PA were charged with possessing material that depicted sexual exploitation of minors.
Deserved Sentence of Life Imprisonment for Jeremiah JacksonOn September 24, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the District of New Mexico reported that Jeremiah Jackson of Albuquerque, New Mexico, was sentenced to two concurrent life imprisonment terms for the killing of two women while trying to deter apprehension following a bank robbery.
10 Defendants Receive a Staggering 81 Counts in Illegal Gambling OperationOn September 24, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the Western District of Oklahoma reported that 10 defendants were charged with a total of 81 counts for an illegal gambling operation and money laundering.
Man Wanted for Conspiracy to Act as an Unregistered Agent of Foreign GovernmentAccording to Crime Alerts under the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Christopher Robert Metsos is wanted for conspiracy to act as an unregistered agent of a foreign government as well as conspiracy to commit money laundering.
Two High-Profile, Coordinated Crimes Reported in Houston in Two DaysTwo high-profile cases in Houston showcase the metropolitan area’s reputation for serious types of crime.
16 Charged for Hate Crimes Against Amish CommunityThe Office of Public Affairs under the Department of Justice announced the convictions on September 20, 2012.
Grand Jury Indicts Man Tied to LSU Bomb ThreatOn September 20, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Louisiana announced that William Bouvay, Jr.
U.S. Marshals Add New York Man to 15 Most WantedOn September 12, 2012, the US Marshals Service added Clyde Hall Jr.
Former Soldier Transported Grenades to the BronxOn September 14, 2012, the US Attorney’s Office in the Southern District of New York announced the guilty plea of Anthony Cibelli in the Manhattan federal court for the “unlicensed transportation of grenades.
Terrorist In VirginiaAccording the FBI, the US Attorney’s Office in the Eastern District of Virginia sentenced Amine Mohamed El-Khalifi to 30 years in prison and 10 years of supervised released because of his plans and efforts to use a suicide bomb in the US Capitol building in February of 2012.
Abduction Dangers To ChildrenAccording to a report released by the FBI on September 7, 2012, new and expectant parents need to be aware of new trends and precautions to protect their infant from abduction.
Million Dollar Painting StolenOn September 18, 2012, the Federal Bureau of Investigation made a new compilation to the Top Ten Art Crimes list.
Teen Confesses to Hate Crime Months after the jury’s deliberation proved fruitless in determining guilt, a Southern California teen plead guilty for murdering his gay classmate three years ago in their junior high classroom.
NYPD Nabs Lone Wolf The NYPD’s Intelligence Division arrested a man on Saturday (November 19th) accused of plotting to bomb post offices and police headquarters in New York City, as well as American troops returning home.
Man Gets 3 years for Bizarre Sex Attack
A former California police officer is headed to prison for drugging, raping and then shaving his drinking buddy in an inexplicable sex attack that took place two years ago.
A former California police officer is headed to prison for drugging, raping and then shaving his drinking buddy in an inexplicable sex attack that took place two years ago.
Trial Nears its End for NY Man Accused of Double-Murder A double-homicide trial is currently culminating for a 25-year-old man charged with stabbing his estranged girlfriend and their 3-month-old son to death in the small western New York Town of Bath.
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