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Mission man receives 25-year sentence for aggravated sexual abuse
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that Canku Martinez, a 22-year-old from Mission, South Dakota, has been sentenced to 25 years in federal prison for aggravated sexual abuse and kidnapping.
Oklahoma Supreme Court allows AG to represent state in gaming compact lawsuit
A spokesman for Attorney General Gentner Drummond commented on the Oklahoma Supreme Court's decision in the case Cherokee Nation, et al v. United States Department of the Interior, et al.
Ivory Coast man indicted for sextortion scheme linked to North Dakota teen's death
A man from the Ivory Coast, Aly Cherif, also known by various aliases including Australien Choco and Michael Jhonson, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on multiple charges related to a sextortion scheme.
Providence County Grand Jury returns multiple indictments
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Six foreign nationals sentenced in Virginia for cocaine trafficking
Four Mexican and two Ecuadoran nationals have been sentenced in Newport News, Virginia, for possession with intent to distribute cocaine.
Domestic violence fatality review highlights urgent need for legislative action
Attorney General Charity Clark has announced the release of the Domestic Violence Fatality Review Commission’s annual report.
Former USPS employee pleads guilty to mail theft charges
A former employee of the United States Postal Service (USPS) has admitted guilt in a federal court in Boston for charges related to mail theft and government funds theft.
Hartford man receives decade-long sentence for armed robberies via online marketplaces
Jalen Lasalle, a 20-year-old from Hartford, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for a series of armed robberies targeting sellers on internet marketplaces.
Attorney general secures major settlement with Yellowstone Capital over predatory lending
New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced a significant settlement with Yellowstone Capital and its network of 25 predatory lending companies.
Seven charged in largest U.S employee retention credit fraud scheme
Earlier today, a federal court in Central Islip unsealed an indictment charging seven individuals with conspiracy to defraud the United States, wire fraud, and aiding and assisting the preparation of false tax returns.
Attorney General Bonta sues Tulare over zoning ordinance update
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a lawsuit against the City of Tulare, challenging its recent Zoning Ordinance Update.
Hell's Kitchen aesthetician charged with injecting counterfeit Botox
Danielle R. Sassoon, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, has announced charges against Joey Grant Luther for wire fraud, smuggling, and other crimes related to counterfeit drugs.
Attorney general recovers over $1 million for Rikers Island cleaners
New York Attorney General Letitia James has successfully recovered nearly $1.13 million in stolen wages for workers employed by CleanTech, a maintenance company providing services at Rikers Island during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Huntsville man pleads guilty in connection with Nigerian sextortion scheme
Acting U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, Andrew Birge, announced that Dinsimore Guyton Robinson, 29, from Huntsville, Alabama, has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit money laundering.
Woman pleads guilty to smuggling tobacco into Coleman prison
Janai Chanel Stephens, a 38-year-old resident of Opa Locka, Florida, has pleaded guilty to charges related to providing contraband to a federal prisoner and making a false statement to a federal agency.
Tilton veterinarian settles allegations over controlled substance violations for $53,500
The Tilton Veterinarian Hospital in Tilton, along with its owner, Sara Laroux, D.V.M., has agreed to pay $53,500 to settle allegations of violations under the Controlled Substances Act (CSA).
Attorney General urges support for Isaac School District amid financial challenges
Attorney General Kris Mayes has reached out to the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, advocating for the continuation of essential payments to the Isaac School District.
Florida man sentenced for filing false tax returns
Juan Mendieta of Miami-Dade County has been sentenced to 57 months in federal prison.
Arizona Attorney General criticizes Trump pardons for January 6th convictions
Attorney General Kris Mayes has criticized former President Donald Trump's decision to pardon individuals convicted of violent crimes during the January 6th insurrection.
Goshen man convicted on drug and ammunition charges after jury trial
Orlando Rodriguez-Roman, a 42-year-old resident of Goshen, Indiana, was found guilty on three felony charges following a three-day jury trial.