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CBP Seizes Cocaine Worth $4.1 Million from Container Arriving in San Juan
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized 389 pounds (177 Kilograms) of cocaine found inside a container on board the ship M/V Lyktos arriving to Pier 15 stemming from the Dominican Republic Tuesday. The estimated street value of the seized contraband is $4.1 million.
Cyber Mission Specialist “group lateral” Phase 2 applications due June 15
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
The Coast Guard’s newest rating — Cyber Mission Specialist (CMS) — is quickly approaching full implementation, and the service is working to identify experts currently serving in other roles who can be brought into the fold.
The Long Blue Line: Lifesaving Station Galveston washed away in deadly 1900 hurricane
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
Station was totally destroyed, all property and effects belonging to station lost, except boats, but their whereabouts are unknown except that of lifeboat, which was saved but is badly stoved and is lying about a mile and a half back from the beach at Texas City. Keeper’s watch stopped at 7:30 o’clock p.m., and he was wet some considerable time before that
AANHPI Heritage Month Spotlight — Anthony Lewandowski
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and today we are talking with Mr. Anthony Lewandowski, Resident Agent-in-Charge of the Coast Guard Investigative Service (CGIS) in Chicago, Illinois. We asked Lewandowski to reflect on his own personal history and heritage, and what it means to him to be a part of the Coast Guard workforce.
It's hurricane season. Are you ready?
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
As the hurricane season begins on Jun. 1, MyCG has assembled some tips and resources to help you and your family prepare for any hurricanes that may come your way. Become familiar with www.ready.gov and Center for Disease Control’s hurricane guide. Both sites offer preparedness tips as well as how to weather the storm, and what to do upon returning home if you are evacuated.
New system to help improve customer service
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
Standing in line at the amusement park, you pass a sign that reads: “30 minutes from this point.” Now aware of the expectation, you know that in 30 minutes your stomach will be in your throat. You are an informed customer
Approximately 2,100 non-compliant Coast Guard iOS mobile devices lose connectivity on June 30
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
If you use a Coast Guard iPhone or iPad, make sure its enrolled in the enterprise mobile device management (MDM) solution by June 30, or your cellular service will be disconnected.
Five Charged in Theft of California Benefits for Low Income Families
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
News Release: SAN DIEGO Five men were arrested and charged in connection with the theft of tens of thousands of dollars in public-assistance benefits from low-income families that need the funds to pay for food, housing and other necessities.
Understanding your FEMA Letter
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
News Release: Residents of Guam who applied for assistance from FEMA will receive a letter in the mail or via email. The letter will explain your application status and how to respond.
Las Vegas Man Sentenced To Prison For Using Skimming Devices On Gas Pumps In Nevada And Southern California
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
News Release: LAS VEGAS A Las Vegas man was sentenced yesterday by U.S. District Judge Jennifer A. Dorsey to 56 months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for his role in a large gas pump skimming fraud scheme in Nevada and Southern California.
Dozens sentenced for their roles in Atlanta-based fraud and money laundering operation that stole over $30 million from individuals and companies
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
News Release: ATLANTA More than three dozen individuals have been sentenced for their involvement in a large-scale fraud and money laundering operation that targeted individuals, corporations, and financial institutions throughout the United States. The defendants used business email compromise schemes, romance fraud scams, and retirement account scams, among other frauds, to steal more than $30 million from numerous victims.
Week ending May 27: Homeland Security Department publishes 19 notices
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
There were 19 notices published by the Homeland Security Department in week ending May 27, according to the Federal Register.
Operation Angel Leads to Fifth Federal Indictment for Sexual Exploitation of Children
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
News Release: Louisville, KY Earlier this year, several law enforcement agencies worked together in an undercover operation designed to identify individuals seeking to sexually exploit minors. That effort, called Operation Angel, resulted in the arrest of four individuals,Justin Aubrey,26,Steven Earnest, 35,Kevin ...
Russian Nationals Charged With Hacking One Cryptocurrency Exchange And Illicitly Operating Another
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
News Release: Charges Brought by the Southern District of New York, the Northern District of California, and the Department of Justices Criminal Division
“HONORING INAUGURAL CLASS OF DHS ICDF PROGRAM” published by the Congressional Record in the Extensions of Remarks section on June 6
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
“HONORING INAUGURAL CLASS OF DHS ICDF PROGRAM“ was published in the Extensions of Remarks section on page E527 on June 6
Sullivan County Woman Arrested For Multimillion-Dollar Money Laundering And Bank Fraud Scheme
By Homeland Newswire | Jun 11, 2023
News Release: Damian Williams, the United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, and Patrick J. Freaney, the Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Office of the United States Secret Service (USSS), announced today the unsealing of an Indictment charging TETIANA BERRIORS with conspiring to commit ...
HSI Arizona joins law enforcement partners to disrupt networks facilitating fraud schemes
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
Over the past three months, special agents with Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) partnered with federal, state and local law enforcement officials operating in Arizona in a national campaign to disrupt networks used by foreign fraudsters who obtain proceeds through various schemes. The campaign addressed conduct by individuals sometimes referred to as “money mules” who serve fraudsters by receiving money from victims and forwarding proceeds to perpetrators, many of whom are based overseas.
2 men sentenced to prison in HSI Tucson smuggling and hostage case
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
On June 2, a judge sentenced a Mexican national to 18 years in prison for his involvement in human smuggling, hostage taking and being a felon in possession of a firearm. Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) investigated the case with assistance from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives and the Marana Police Department.
9 indicted in Joint Task Force Alpha investigation after human smuggling organization takedown
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
An indictment against nine alleged human smugglers was unsealed June 5 following an investigation by Homeland Security Investigations (HSI). U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the U.S. Border Patrol assisted with the case.
Canovanas man indicted for producing child sexual abuse material and exploiting a minor
By Homeland Newswire Report | Jun 11, 2023
On May 31, a federal grand jury returned an indictment charging Christopher Joel Rabell-Pineiro, 25, of Canovanas, with production of child sexual abuse material and child exploitation. Authorities arrested Rabell-Pineiro on June 6.