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USAO highlights achievements against violent crime in Northern Ohio for 2024
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the Northern District of Ohio has concluded 2024 with significant accomplishments in its General Crimes Unit.
Attorney General James recuses from Robert Brooks death investigation
New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced her office's decision to recuse itself from the investigation into the death of Robert Brooks, who died following an encounter with officers at Marcy Correctional Facility.
Carr Secures Two New Convictions in Human Trafficking, Gang Case in Gwinnett County
Attorney General Chris Carr announced that the office’s Human Trafficking and Gang Prosecution Units have obtained two new convictions in Gwinnett County. Jadah Henry, 22, of Pooler, Georgia, has been sentenced to 25 years after pleading guilty to racketeering, gang and human trafficking charges.
Fourth Circuit Treatment Courts announce graduation ceremony on January 9
The Fourth Circuit DUI Court and Northern Hills Drug Court are set to host a graduation ceremony on January 9, 2025, at the Sturgis Community Center Theater in South Dakota.
Cyber fraud enforcement unit dismantles six schemes targeting Floridians
Attorney General Ashley Moody's Cyber Fraud Enforcement Unit has successfully dismantled six cyber schemes over the past three months.
South Dakota Supreme Court reappoints Steven R. Jensen as chief justice
The South Dakota Supreme Court has announced the reappointment of Chief Justice Steven R. Jensen for a second term as the head of the state's highest court.
Missoula man sentenced for trafficking methamphetamine and fentanyl
A Missoula resident, Alejandro Romero, has been sentenced to 19 years and seven months in federal prison for distributing methamphetamine and fentanyl.
Vermont Supreme Court advisory committee schedules virtual meeting for civil procedure rules
The Vermont Supreme Court's Advisory Committee on the Rules of Civil Procedure is set to hold a virtual meeting on January 3, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. The agenda includes several items for discussion and potential action.
Nebraska courts to stay open on National Day of Mourning for President Carter
On January 9, 2025, a National Day of Mourning for President Carter, Nebraska courts and probation offices will remain open.
Federal charges filed against Arizona man for child sexual abuse
A Phoenix man has been charged with two counts of aggravated sexual abuse involving a child under 12 years old.
Upper St. Clair man indicted for attempting support of Hizballah
A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh has indicted Jack Danaher Molloy, a former resident of Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania, on charges related to supporting the foreign terrorist organization Hizballah and making false statements to the FBI. U.S....
Maryland sees sharp drop in violent crime due to collaborative efforts
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland has announced a significant decline in violent crime across the state in 2024, attributing this reduction to a multi-jurisdictional collaborative effort.
U.S. Attorney's Office collects over $40 million in fiscal year 2024
United States Attorney Carlton S. Shier, IV announced that the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Kentucky collected over $40 million in fiscal year 2024 through various enforcement efforts.
Ryan Goodrich Title Fraud Case
Ryan Goodrich was a trusted title agent who became a thief.
Terraform Labs co-founder Do Hyeong Kwon extradited to US for fraud charges
Do Hyeong Kwon, the former CEO of Terraform Labs PTE Ltd., has been extradited from Montenegro to the United States to face federal fraud charges.
Mexican national sentenced for attempted aircraft destruction and drug trafficking
A Mexican national, Rogelio Rodriguez-Salas, has been sentenced to 117 months in prison and fined a $600 special assessment for attempting to destroy an unmanned aerial system and committing federal drug trafficking offenses in New Mexico.
Maine veterinarian settles allegations over Controlled Substances Act violations
A veterinarian from Maine, Dr. Alan Toothaker, has agreed to a settlement involving the payment of $145,360 to address claims related to violations of the Controlled Substances Act.
Lisbon Falls man sentenced for possession of child sexual abuse material
A Lisbon Falls man, Joseph Gibson, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison by U.S. District Judge Nancy Torresen for possessing child sexual abuse material.
Officer-involved death under investigation in Madison
The Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) is examining an officer-involved death that took place in Madison, Wisconsin.
Ryan K. Buchanan resigns as U.S. attorney for Northern District of Georgia
U.S. Attorney Ryan K. Buchanan has announced his resignation, effective January 19, 2025, as the chief law enforcement officer for the Northern District of Georgia.