Shane Millan, a former Border Patrol Agent from Jefferson County, New York, has pled guilty in federal court to two counts of deprivation of rights under color of law. The announcement was made by Acting United States Attorney Daniel Hanlon and Vance Kuhner, Special Agent in Charge for U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of Professional Responsibility.
Millan admitted to violating the constitutional rights of multiple victims by commanding them to expose their bare chests via webcam during virtual processing for admission into the United States. He falsely claimed these requests were legitimate searches but acknowledged they were for his own gratification.
The sentencing is set for July 7, 2025, before United States Magistrate Judge Thérèse Wiley Dancks. Millan could face up to two years in prison and a fine of up to $200,000. Sentencing will consider the statute violated, U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, and other factors.
The case is being investigated by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of Professional Responsibility Investigative Operations Directorate. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Michael F. Perry and Michael D. Gadarian are handling the prosecution.