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Memphis man sentenced to over 7 years for fentanyl and meth trafficking
A Tennessee man has been sentenced to more than seven years in prison for his involvement in a conspiracy to traffic fentanyl and methamphetamine in the Memphis area, federal authorities announced.
Man sentenced to 35 years for sexual exploitation of minors on Snapchat
Sai Kumar Kurremula, 31, an Indian national residing in Edmond on an immigrant visa, has been sentenced to 35 years (420 months) in federal prison.
Authorities charge 23 Lubbock individuals in drug trafficking crackdown
Federal charges have been filed against 23 individuals in Lubbock, Texas, accused of trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Arizona charges 260 in immigration enforcement week
During a recent enforcement operation from March 22 to March 28, 2025, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Arizona charged 260 individuals in connection with immigration-related crimes.
Michigan Supreme Court reinstates anti-terrorism law for further review
Today, the Michigan Supreme Court overturned a recent decision by the Michigan Court of Appeals, which had declared the state's anti-terrorism statute unconstitutional.
U.S. latest extraditions include accused gang leaders and white-collar criminals from 10 countries
The United States Department of Justice has recently secured the extradition of more than a dozen fugitives from ten countries, showcasing successful coordination with international law enforcement in Colombia, the Dominican Republic, France,...
Two men sentenced to life for Carbuncle Pond murder
Two Rhode Island men have been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Leila Duarte DaLuz, the victim found at Carbuncle Pond, as announced by Attorney General Peter F. Neronha.
Pomona gang members, Mexican Mafia associates, convicted of racketeering and murder
Four Pomona gang members and Mexican Mafia associates have been found guilty of racketeering-related crimes, including the murder of a federal inmate in Los Angeles.
Department of Justice sues union affiliates over national security concerns
The Department of Justice initiated legal action against affiliates of the American Federation of Government Employees by filing a lawsuit in the Western District of Texas.
Honduran citizen charged with illegal re-entry and social security fraud
A citizen of Honduras has been charged by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh with violating federal immigration and fraud laws.
Attorney General advocates for renters' rights in Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court
Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell has filed an amicus brief in the case of Peebles v. JRK Property Holdings, Inc. The brief petitioned the Supreme Judicial Court to rule that renters should not bear the financial burden of routine...
18-state Biden-Esg probe closes, Wells Fargo exits group, investigation of five banks ongoing
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, alongside attorneys general from 17 other states, has announced the conclusion of a joint investigation into Wells Fargo & Company.
Rocky Mount man's 18-year sentence for armed robbery and car chase
A Rocky Mount man, Kaleb Joseph Coppage, aged 23, was sentenced to more than 18 years in prison for an armed robbery at a Dollar General store.
Puerto Rico resident indicted for fentanyl and cocaine distribution conspiracy
On March 27, 2025, a federal grand jury in the District of Puerto Rico indicted Carlos A. Guerra-Colón on multiple charges related to drug distribution.
Owings Mills woman sentenced to over 11 years for intent to distribute drugs
In Baltimore, Maryland, U.S. District Judge Deborah K. Chasanow has sentenced Querida Moran, a 53-year-old resident of Owings Mills, to 135 months in federal prison.
32-year sentence for top ‘Triple Crown’ case drug trafficker
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the conviction of Marlo Jackson in relation to the "Triple Crown" investigation.
Mississippi man admits to impersonation of deputy U.S. Marshal
A Mississippi resident has admitted to impersonating a deputy U.S. Marshal, as disclosed by Acting United States Attorney Michael M. Simpson.
Allegheny County man sentenced for 12 to 30 years for child sexual abuse
An Allegheny County man, Marc Brown, has been sentenced to serve 12 to 30 years in state prison for the repeated sexual abuse of two children between 2004 and 2006.
Former Deputy Director pleads guilty to bribery for accepting financial incentives
Dana McDaniel has pleaded guilty to bribery charges.
Attorney General warns of toll road smishing scam in Michigan
Michigan consumers are being alerted by Attorney General Dana Nessel about a new smishing scam targeting toll road users.