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Recidivist felon returning to prison after latest conviction for illegally possessing a firearm
Brandon Rashaad Hill, 31, of Sandston, was sentenced to five years and five months in prison for possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Justice Department and LA County Sheriff’s Department Settle Lawsuit
Today, the U.S. Department of Justice agreed to a settlement with the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LCSD) regarding its procedures for issuing firearm carry permits. LCSD has agreed to brin...
Man Sentenced to 260 Months’ Imprisonment for Role in Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy Linked to Sinaloa Cartel
New Hampshire Man Arrested for Coercion and Enticement of a Minor
BOSTON – A New Hampshire man has been arrested and charged in connection with the coercion and enticement of a minor.
Number one dark web dealer of Oxycodone sentenced to over 13 years in federal prison
U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Ryan Raybould, announced today that Samad Hamid Castro, 41, from New Jersey, was sentenced to 164 months in prison for the illicit distribution of Oxy...
Charleston Man Pleads Guilty to Role in Drug Conspiracy
Massachusetts Man Charged with Cyberstalking and Threats Offenses
BOSTON – A Massachusetts man has been charged with allegedly engaging in an extensive cyberstalking and threatening campaign against three individuals, including sending hundreds of harassing emails a...
Former Escrow Officer Sentenced to Prison for Bank Fraud
Tracy L. Kellerstrass, 52, of Cameron, Mo., was sentenced in federal court for bank fraud in relation to an embezzlement scheme committed between December 2018 and February 2024.
Registered Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to Possession of Child Pornography
BOSTON – A registered sex offender from Holyoke pleaded guilty on Aug. 12, 2026, in federal court in Springfield, Mass. to possessing child pornography.
Honduran National Unlawfully Residing in the United States Sentenced to 21 Years in Federal Prison for Distribution of Fentanyl Resulting in Death
A Honduran national unlawfully residing in the United States was sentenced to federal prison today for distribution of fentanyl resulting in the fatal overdose death of a Portland man and possession w...
Two Charleston Women Plead Guilty to Federal Drug Crimes
Ohio Man Charged with Advertising Child Pornography
BOSTON – A Columbus, Ohio man has been arrested and charged for allegedly advertising hundreds of files depicting child sexual abuse material (CSAM) on the dark web.
Baltimore Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Over a Kilogram of Heroin in HSTF Case
Baltimore, Maryland– A Baltimore man pled guilty in federal court, today, to drug trafficking crimes in connection with a drug investigation. Kevin Lomax, 49, is charged with possession with intent to...
Ocean County Man Admits to Defrauding Orthodox Jewish Community Members of More Than $47 Million
An Ocean County man admitted to defrauding more than 97 victims of more than $47 million through a Ponzi-like investment scheme.
Mexican National Unlawfully Residing in the United States Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possession with Intent to Distribute Fentanyl
A Mexican national was sentenced to federal prison today for possession with intent to distribute fentanyl. Eduardo Misael Garcia-Sanchez, 29, was sentenced to 100 months in federal prison and 4 years...
Washington State man pleads guilty to charge involving bitcoin scheme
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Christopher Rankin, 40, of Washington State, pleaded guilty before U.S. Magistrate Judge Michael J. Roemer to transmitting a program, information, ...
Bangladeshi man pleads guilty to his role in fraud conspiracy
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that Iftekhar Latif Nieon, 24, of Bangladesh, pleaded guilty before Chief U.S. District Judge Elizabeth A. Wolford to conspiracy to commit wire fraud, w...
Casper man Sentenced for his role in drug trafficking organization
Another defendant in a trafficking ring was recently sentenced. A total of seven individuals were arrested in the Shrove et al case, stemming from a months-long investigation in 2025.
Adult entertainment clubs agree to pay $354,176 to resolve allegations related to pandemic loan eligibility
U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo announced today that two locations of Mustang Salley’s Spirit and Grill, 5111 Genesee Street, Inc., and 414 W Ridge Rd, Inc., have agreed to pay $354,176 to resolve all...