newsroomamerica.com
-
Former Fulton County Sergeant Charged with Excessive Force Against Detainee
A former Fulton County Sheriff’s sergeant faces federal charges for allegedly using excessive force against a handcuffed detainee and ordering deputies to turn off body cameras. Louis Brown, III, was arraigned on civil rights deprivation charges.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Louis Brown IIIFulton County Sheriff’s OfficeExcessive ForceCivil RightsFederal Bureau of InvestigationAtlantaFBI
-
Three Men Jailed for Multi-Million Dollar Medicare Fraud and Money Laundering
Three South Florida men, Marco Scamarone, Jose Mendez, and Renee Vazquez, received prison sentences for defrauding Medicare of $6.9 million through fraudulent DME companies and laundering over $2.2 million in illicit proceeds.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessHealthFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalSocial Issues Medicare FraudMoney LaunderingSouth FloridaMarco ScamaroneJose MendezRenee VazquezDurable Medical EquipmentFBI
-
Seven Indicted in Georgia Prison-Run Drug Network with Cartel Ties
Seven individuals, including a state inmate with Mexican cartel links, face charges in a Georgia fentanyl and methamphetamine trafficking network. The investigation seized significant drugs and cash, uncovering two clandestine labs.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentHealthLegalFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesLatin America Luis Alfonso RamirezFentanylMethamphetamineDrug TraffickingGeorgiaMexican CartelsHomeland Security Task ForceFBI
-
Florida Felons Receive Prison Time for Multi-State Drug Trafficking
Clarence Black, Jr. and Jarrek Fabrion Myrick were sentenced to federal prison for conspiring to ship over 90 pounds of methamphetamine and fentanyl from California to Florida, part of Operation Take Back America.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Clarence Black Jr.Jarrek Fabrion MyrickDrug TraffickingMethamphetamineFentanylFloridaOperation Take Back AmericaFBI
-
U.S. and Private Industry 'Disruption Week' Halts Millions of Scam Accounts, Freezes Millions in Crypto
The U.S. Scam Center Strike Force, in collaboration with private industry and international partners, successfully disrupted millions of cyber-enabled scam accounts, froze over $3.8 million in cryptocurrency, and made seven arrests in Thailand during 'Disruption Week'.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentWorldBusinessFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetFinancial MarketsAsiaSocial IssuesLegal Scam Center Strike ForceCybercrimeCryptocurrency FraudDisruption WeekSoutheast AsiaThailandFinancial FraudFBI
-
Jury Convicts Felon in Explosive Arson and Fentanyl Scheme
A federal jury convicted Willie James Skipper Jr. for igniting a vehicle packed with fentanyl, crack cocaine, and a firearm near officers in Palm Beach County, facing a minimum of 10 years.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesLegal Willie James Skipper Jr.FentanylArsonDrug TraffickingPalm Beach CountyFederal ConvictionFirearm PossessionFBI
-
Jamaican National Pleads Guilty in Arizona Elder Fraud Scheme
Sherwayne Benjamin Bellinfantie, a Jamaican national, pleaded guilty to mail and wire fraud conspiracy, targeting an 85-year-old Arizona resident in a romance and lottery scam, resulting in a $469,302 loss.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementBusinessEconomySocial IssuesLegal Sherwayne Benjamin BellinfantieArizonaElder FraudLottery ScamRomance ScamExtraditionMail and Wire FraudFBI
-
Media Monitor: Knicks Take 3-1 Lead in NBA Finals After Historic Comeback
USA TODAY reports the New York Knicks lead the NBA Finals 3-1, securing their advantage with a historic comeback in the championship series.
Sport New York KnicksNBA FinalsBasketballSportsComebackChampionship SeriesUSA TODAY
-
Orlando Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Stalking and Interstate Threats
Orlando man Abdalla Hatim Elhakiem received a 27-month federal prison sentence for stalking and interstate threats against a former University of Utah student, using VPNs to hide his identity.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEducationSocial Issues Abdalla Hatim ElhakiemOrlandoFederal PrisonStalkingInterstate ThreatsUniversity of UtahFBI
-
Stamford Man Sentenced to 46 Months for Narcotics Trafficking
Eric Riettie, 27, of Stamford, received a 46-month federal prison sentence for narcotics trafficking in southwestern Connecticut. The investigation uncovered fentanyl, nitazines, and xylazine in the drug supply.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegal Drug TraffickingOpioidsEric RiettieStamfordConnecticutFederal PrisonFBI Bridgeport Safe Streets Task ForceFBI
-
Southern California Prosecutors File 119 Border-Related Cases This Week
Federal prosecutors in Southern California filed 119 border-related cases this week, addressing charges like drug importation, illegal reentry, and alien smuggling. The district, encompassing San Diego and Imperial counties, is a hub for border crime.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesTransportation Southern District of CaliforniaBorder CrimeDrug TraffickingHuman SmugglingSan Ysidro Port of EntryFederal ProsecutorsMethamphetamineFBI
-
Arizona Charges 331 in Week-Long Immigration Enforcement Operation
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona charged 331 individuals with immigration-related crimes, including illegal entry, re-entry, and alien smuggling, during a week of enforcement operations. This is part of "Operation Take Back America."
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Immigration EnforcementDistrict of ArizonaU.S. Attorney's OfficeOperation Take Back AmericaAlien SmugglingIllegal Re-entryFederal Law EnforcementFBI
-
New Hampshire Business Owner Sentenced for Obstructing Grand Jury in Brother's Case
Tuyet T. Martin, 56, of Pelham, N.H., received two years of supervised release and a $40,000 fine for obstructing a grand jury investigating her brother, former Massachusetts State Senator Dean Tran, regarding an employment offer.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessUSALegalFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomy Tuyet T. MartinDean TranObstruction of JusticePelham N.H.MassachusettsGrand JuryFraudFBI
-
18th Street Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Illegal Firearm and Reentry Charges
An 18th Street Gang member, Luis Angel Rodriguez-Celaya, pleaded guilty to illegal firearm sales and unlawful reentry in Chelsea, Massachusetts. Twice deported, he faces significant prison time and subsequent deportation as part of Operation Take Back America.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Luis Angel Rodriguez-CelayaChelseaFirearms OffensesIllegal ImmigrationOperation Take Back America18th Street GangOrganized CrimeFBI
-
Manchester Man Indicted for Bank Robbery
Michael Cote, 44, of Manchester, faces federal charges for unarmed bank robbery at a local TD Bank in December 2025. The indictment, announced by U.S. Attorney Erin Creegan, could lead to a twenty-year sentence, with investigations led by the FBI.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal Government Michael CoteManchesterBank RobberyIndictmentTD BankFBINew Hampshire
-
Dover Man Indicted on Child Sex Abuse and Exploitation Charges
A Dover man, Syrus McCauley, 24, faces federal indictment for possessing child sex abuse materials and child exploitation. He allegedly used Snapchat to persuade minors to create CSAM. The case is part of Project Safe Childhood.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesComputers and Internet Syrus McCauleyDoverChild Sex Abuse MaterialsChild ExploitationIndictmentProject Safe ChildhoodFederal Bureau of InvestigationFBI
-
RAD Diversified REIT Co-Founder Indicted for Mortgage Fraud
Brandon Dutch Mendenhall, co-founder of RAD Diversified REIT, faces mail fraud charges for allegedly inflating income to secure a $1.2 million mortgage for his $1.6 million home, risking 20 years in prison.
BusinessLaw EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFinancial MarketsReal EstateFederal GovernmentEconomy Brandon Dutch MendenhallRAD Diversified REITMail FraudMortgage FraudFBIFloridaFinancial Services
-
Germantown Man Faces Federal Charges for Illegal Firearms, Destructive Devices
Tony Houston, 40, of Germantown, faces federal charges for illegally possessing a sawed-off shotgun and multiple pipe bombs. His arrest followed threats made with the firearm, leading to a search warrant by FBI agents.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Tony HoustonGermantownFirearms OffensesDestructive DevicesFBIPipe BombsSearch Warrant
-
Oregon Teen Indicted for Hoax Bomb Threats to Ohio Schools
An 18-year-old Oregon man faces federal charges for allegedly making hoax bomb threats to six northern Ohio schools, leading to lockdowns. Nathan Hayes is accused of 'swatting' and offering such services, with an initial court appearance set for June 12.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentEducationLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Nathan HayesBomb ThreatsOhio SchoolsSwattingFederal IndictmentFBI ToledoThreatening CommunicationsFBI
-
Dayton Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Fentanyl Trafficking Near High School
Clifford Bernard, 48, of Dayton, received a 12-year prison sentence for distributing approximately one kilogram of fentanyl near Paul Dunbar High School. His arrest in October 2024 led to the seizure of drugs, a firearm, and luxury items.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalEducationFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Clifford BernardDayton, OhioFentanylDrug TraffickingSchool ZoneSentencingFBI
-
Bronx Gang Indictment Brings Relief to Sotomayor Houses Residents
Ten members of the violent Bronxdale/YDS gang face racketeering charges, including attempted murder and robbery, bringing relief to Sotomayor Houses residents. NYPD, ATF, and SDNY collaborated on the indictment, with two arrests made and eight more defendants to be transferred.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Bronxdale/YDS GangSotomayor HousesRacketeeringNYPDATFSouthern District of New YorkBronxFBI
-
Seymour Man Indicted on Federal Fraud Charges Against Food Suppliers
Michael Salvaggi, 61, of Seymour, faces 10 federal charges for allegedly defrauding wholesale food suppliers of hundreds of thousands of dollars using fraudulent checks. He was indicted May 28, 2026, and awaits arraignment.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyFederal GovernmentLegal Michael SalvaggiSeymourWholesale Food SuppliersFraudWire FraudMail FraudConnecticutFBI
-
Deltona Man Receives Life Sentence for Coercing Autistic Minor
James Bernard Grover, 63, of Deltona, received a life sentence for coercing and enticing an autistic minor. The founder of a special needs nonprofit, Grover was found guilty by a federal jury in February 2026.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentHealthLegalSocial IssuesFederal GovernmentEducation James Bernard GroverDeltonaChild Sexual ExploitationProject Safe ChildhoodSpecial Needs Advocacy ProgramSentencingAutistic MinorFBI
-
Sony Pictures Announces Theatrical Release for 'The Social Reckoning'
Sony Pictures will release "The Social Reckoning," a companion to "The Social Network," exclusively in theaters on October 9. This highly anticipated film expands on the original's themes, offering a new cinematic experience.
EntertainmentMediaFilm and TV The Social ReckoningThe Social NetworkSony PicturesFilm ReleaseTheatersOctober 9Companion Piece
-
Media Monitor: Doctor in Matthew Perry case appeals sentence; Zahara Jolie drops Pitt name; Trudeau, Katy Perry on red carpet
Canadian Broadcasting Corporation is reporting a doctor's appeal in the Matthew Perry ketamine case, Zahara Jolie's legal move to drop Brad Pitt's name, and Justin Trudeau and Katy Perry's red carpet appearance.
EntertainmentLaw EnforcementMediaPolitics and GovernmentFilm and TVLegalGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print Publishing Matthew PerryZahara JolieJustin TrudeauKaty PerryJames HandyCelebrity NewsLegal ProceedingsCBC PoliticsCanadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC)
-
Kissimmee Man Sentenced for Wire Fraud in COVID Relief and Mortgage Schemes
Kissimmee man Levelle Joseph Harris received a 21-month federal prison sentence for wire fraud. He fraudulently obtained COVID relief funds and later committed mortgage fraud to avoid forfeiture, leading to a $640,911.85 forfeiture order.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentBusinessLegalFederal GovernmentEconomyGeneral Politics Levelle Joseph HarrisWire FraudCOVID Relief FraudMortgage FraudFederal PrisonOcala, FloridaFBI
-
New York Attorney Pleads Guilty to Embezzling Over $500K from Trust
New York attorney Edward W. Miller pleaded guilty to wire fraud, admitting to embezzling over $500,000 from a trust he managed. He made unauthorized transactions and false representations, now facing up to 20 years in prison.
Law EnforcementBusinessPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentEconomyBanking Edward W. Millerwire fraudembezzlementtrustNew YorkConnecticutFBIFinancial Fraud
-
New Britain Man Sentenced to Five Years for Cocaine Trafficking
Jemuel Vega-Gomez, 26, of New Britain, received a five-year federal prison sentence for cocaine trafficking. He was part of an organization led by Wilfredo Ortiz, investigated by the FBI and local police, leading to significant drug and cash seizures.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal Government Jemuel Vega-GomezNew BritainCocaine TraffickingFederal PrisonFBIDrug Trafficking OrganizationConnecticut
-
Sugar Land Man Sentenced for Firearms Smuggling to Iraq
Hassan Al Gharawi, 54, received 63 months in federal prison for conspiring to smuggle firearms to Iraq. He was convicted of hiding weapons in vehicle parts, a scheme uncovered by FBI and ATF investigations.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentWorldLegalFederal GovernmentMiddle East Hassan Al GharawiFirearms SmugglingIraqSugar LandConspiracyFederal PrisonFBI
-
Armed Career Criminal Sentenced to 15 Years for Firearm Possession
Marshall Bratcher, an Armed Career Criminal, received a 180-month prison sentence in Alabama for illegal firearm possession. His arrest followed a traffic stop where a stolen pistol was found, and he was implicated in a kidnapping.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Marshall BratcherFelon in PossessionFirearmLoxley Police DepartmentFBIProject Safe NeighborhoodsAlabama