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Leader of Los Choneros indicted in Brooklyn on drug and gun charges
Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn have unveiled a seven-count indictment against José Adolfo Macías Villamar, known as “Fito.” Macías Villamar is charged with international cocaine distribution conspiracy, international cocaine distribution, using... -
Iranian nationals charged with conspiracy to support IRGC through U.S. technology procurement
In Brooklyn, federal court officials announced charges against Iranian nationals Hossein Akbari and Reza Amidi, along with the Iran-based Rah Roshd Company, for allegedly conspiring to procure U.S. parts for Iranian drones and providing support to... -
Principals plead guilty to defrauding NYC agencies with inflated bills
Earlier today, in a Brooklyn federal court, Walter Stanzione and William Neogra, leaders of a fire alarm maintenance company, admitted to their involvement in a wire fraud conspiracy. -
Queens man accused in visa fraud scheme involving fake federal agent claims
Earlier today, federal court proceedings in Brooklyn revealed charges against Tommy Aijie Da Silva Weng, also known as "Tommy Weng Da Silva" and "Jacky." -
Bonanno crime family member sentenced for extortion-related offenses
John Ragano, a member of the Bonanno crime family, has been sentenced to 37 months in prison for extortionate collection of credit related to a $150,000 loan. -
MS-13 leader faces terrorism charges in Long Island court
Francisco Javier Roman-Bardales, known as "Veterano de Tribus," was arraigned in Central Islip's federal court on charges of terrorism and racketeering. -
Leader of "Operation Fox Hunt" sentenced for acting as illegal agent
Quanzhong An has been sentenced to 20 months in prison for acting as an illegal agent of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) in a federal court in Brooklyn. -
Jerome Jones sentenced to 30 years for three cold case murders
Earlier today, Jerome Jones, also known as "Sha," was sentenced to 30 years in prison by United States District Judge Nicholas G. Garaufis. -
Former Long Island business owner charged with $22 million healthcare fraud
Earlier today, an indictment was unsealed at the federal courthouse in Brooklyn, charging Oleg Beretsky with multiple offenses, including conspiring to commit health care fraud and money laundering. -
Bloods members charged with racketeering-related crimes including fatal fentanyl distribution
Earlier today, a federal court in Central Islip unsealed a 12-count superseding indictment against Bloods gang member Joshua Crowell, known as "Twiggy," and associate Bruce King, known as "Brucey." -
Personal assistant charged with defrauding elderly employers out of nearly $10 million
Catalina Corona, a personal assistant from Queens, has been arraigned at the federal courthouse in Brooklyn on charges of wire fraud, bank fraud, and aggravated identity theft. -
Six charged with maritime drug trafficking after major cocaine seizures
An indictment was unsealed in Brooklyn federal court, charging six individuals with conspiracy and violations related to the Maritime Drug Law Enforcement Act. -
Long Island tax preparer indicted for alleged multi-million dollar fraud schemes
Earlier today, a 42-count indictment was unsealed at the federal courthouse in Central Islip, charging Damaris Beltre, a former tax preparer from Freeport, New York. -
Long Island pastor pleads guilty to child sexual exploitation charges
Earlier today, Jose Saez, Jr., a pastor from Brentwood, New York, admitted guilt in federal court to charges of sexual exploitation of a child. -
Former Nassau detective convicted for lying about ties with Bonanno crime family
Hector Rosario, a former detective with the Nassau County Police Department, has been convicted by a federal jury in Brooklyn for making false statements to FBI agents regarding his involvement with the Bonanno crime family. -
Eastern District of New York forms new task force targeting transnational crime
U.S. Attorney John J. Durham has announced the formation of the Eastern District of New York’s Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) Strike Force. -
Gang member sentenced for murdering former federal witness
Quintin Green, a member of the Ninedee Gang, was sentenced to 35 years in prison for the murder of Shatavia Walls, a former federal witness. -
Tajik national charged with providing support to ISIS arrested in Brooklyn
A Tajik national, Mansuri Manuchekhri, was arrested in Brooklyn on charges of conspiring to provide material support to ISIS and the Islamic State-Khorasan Province (ISIS-K). -
Mexican cartel leader faces narcotics charges after extradition to Brooklyn
Jesus Ricardo Patron Sanchez, known by various aliases including "H-3," was arraigned on February 22, 2025, in Brooklyn's federal court. -
Miami man charged with leading $300M laundering operation linked to cartels
An indictment was unsealed today in Brooklyn, charging Alain Bibliowicz Mitrani with conspiracy to commit money laundering and operating an unlicensed money transmitting business.