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Former Louisville attorney sentenced for defrauding estates and beneficiaries
A former attorney from Louisville has been sentenced to over three years in federal prison for defrauding estates and beneficiaries.
Fort Myers man admits guilt in armed robbery; faces possible life sentence
Fort Myers, Florida – Shadarien Lamarr Ward, a 22-year-old from Fort Myers, has pleaded guilty to multiple charges including interference with commerce by robbery, brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, and possessing a firearm as a...
Lakeland man charged with firearm possession as convicted felon
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg has announced the filing of a criminal complaint against Taqiy Lewis, 27, from Lakeland, for possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon.
Atlanta man sentenced for nationwide fraud involving tax refunds and scams
Thomas Addaquay, an Atlanta resident, has been sentenced to 150 months in prison after being convicted of 30 felonies linked to two nationwide fraud schemes.
Commercial real estate firm head pleads guilty to $62M fraud targeting investors
Elchonon “Elie” Schwartz has admitted guilt in a significant wire fraud case involving an investment scheme that misled over 800 investors.
Fort Wayne woman receives prison sentence for firearm offense
Lorraina M. Rakes, a 24-year-old resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, has been sentenced to 36 months in prison.
Richard R. Barker named acting U.S. attorney for Eastern District of Washington
Richard R. Barker has been appointed as the Acting United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Washington following the resignation of Vanessa R. Waldref.
AG Fitch Welcomes Seventh MS College as One PillCan Kill Partner
Attorney General Lynn Fitch welcomed Northwest Mississippi Community College as the latest partner to join One Pill Can Kill, her public awareness campaign to educate, support, and empower Mississippians with information on the dangers of fentanyl, how to identify it,and what to do if a student or friend is overdosing.
U.S. Attorney Erek L. Barron resigns after three years in office
Erek L. Barron has stepped down from his role as United States Attorney for the District of Maryland, effective February 12, 2025.
Ten plead guilty in multi-million-dollar sports-betting scheme
Ten individuals have admitted guilt in a case involving a multi-million-dollar sports-betting operation, according to an announcement by United States Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Special Agent in Charge Demetrius Hardeman of the Internal Revenue...
Nashville man charged as felon in possession of firearm after mall incident
Omari Rashad Moore, a 30-year-old resident of Nashville, has been charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm following a shooting incident near the Green Hills mall.
Ohio sex offender pleads guilty to child exploitation charges
A registered sex offender from Washington Court House, Ohio, Brian J. Roberts, has pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to charges of sexually exploiting a minor and possessing child pornography.
Rochester man pleads guilty to child pornography production and gun charge
Kelvin Hunt, a 48-year-old resident of Rochester, New York, has pleaded guilty to charges of producing child pornography and possessing a firearm in furtherance of drug trafficking.
Oregon company fined for emissions tampering violations
A transportation company in Fairview, Oregon, and its owner were sentenced in federal court for tampering with emissions monitoring devices.
Philadelphia man sentenced for leading string of armed cell phone store robberies
United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that Lawrence McKay, a 37-year-old resident of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, received a 32-year prison sentence today.
Michigan attorney general investigates fraudulent pet scheme involving falsified vet records
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has initiated an investigation into Ryan Thompson, owner of Fallen Timbers in Morenci.
Norwich man sentenced for unregistered short-barreled rifle possession
Benjamin Wheeler, a 20-year-old resident of Norwich, New York, received an eight-month federal prison sentence for the unlawful possession of an unregistered short-barreled rifle.
Corning man pleads guilty to new child pornography charges
Ryan M. Newman, a 33-year-old resident of Corning, New York, has pleaded guilty to producing child pornography. U.S. Attorney Trini E. Ross announced the plea, which was entered before U.S. District Judge Meredith A. Vacca.
Plaquemines Parish man sentenced for fentanyl and heroin distribution conspiracy
Roderick Parker, a 54-year-old resident of Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana, has been sentenced to nine months in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
Albany woman pleads guilty to fraudulently obtaining unemployment benefits
Niesha Goodwin, a 37-year-old resident of Albany, has pled guilty to charges of mail fraud and aggravated identity theft related to the fraudulent acquisition of pandemic unemployment insurance benefits.