Sacramento News
https://www.fbi.gov/feeds/email-alerts/sacramento-news
A listing of the syndication formats available for the Sacramento News feed.
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Former Sutter County Church Administrator Convicted for Fraud and Identity Theft
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-sutter-county-church-administrator-convicted-for-fraud-and-identity-theft
A federal judge found Chanell Easton of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, guilty of two counts of aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Identity Theft
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2024-03-05T15:19:00Z
PressRelease
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Arizona Resident Charged With Bomb Hoax Against Sacramento Area Church
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/arizona-resident-charged-with-bomb-hoax-against-sacramento-area-church
A federal grand jury returned a one-count indictment against Zimnako Salah of Phoenix, Arizona, charging him with false information and hoaxes.
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Sacramento
Hoax Bomb
Threats
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2024-03-01T17:06:00Z
PressRelease
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Korean National Sentenced for 'Bust Out' Bank Fraud Scheme in Sacramento Area and Elsewhere
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/korean-national-sentenced-for-bust-out-bank-fraud-scheme-in-sacramento-area-and-elsewhere
Ki Jang of Los Angeles was sentenced to 21 months in prison for conspiring to commit bank fraud.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Bank Crime
Financial Fraud
Financial Crime
White-Collar Crime
2024-02-29T10:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Methamphetamine Trafficking
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-man-sentenced-to-12-years-for-methamphetamine-trafficking
Roberto Daniel Gomez Gonzalez of Sacramento was sentenced to 12 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute at least 500 grams of methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Drug Crimes
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2024-02-29T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Man Indicted for Being a Felon in Possession of a Gun
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-man-indicted-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-gun
A federal grand jury returned an indictment against John Damian, of Sacramento, charging him with being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Firearms Offenses
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2024-02-29T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Mississippi Man Sentenced for Cyberstalking and Sending Interstate Threats to Fresno Business
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mississippi-man-sentenced-for-cyberstalking-and-sending-interstate-threats-to-fresno-business
William Lee Robinson of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, has been sentenced for five counts of sending threatening interstate communications and three counts of cyberstalking.
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Sacramento
Cyberstalking
Threats
Threatening Communications
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Cyber Crimes
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2024-02-26T17:08:00Z
PressRelease
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Operation Fraud Street Mafia Results Announced: Nine Arrested for Drug Trafficking and Committing More Than $550 Million in Attempted Tax Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/operation-fraud-street-mafia-results-announced-nine-arrested-for-drug-trafficking-and-committing-more-than-550-million-in-attempted-tax-fraud
As a result of Operation Fraud Street Mafia, a Kern Valley State Prison inmate has been charged in two separate federal complaints with drug trafficking and COVID-19 fraud.
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Sacramento
Drug Trafficking
Narcotics
Controlled Substances
Tax
Tax Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
COVID-19
Opioids
Disaster Fraud
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
White-Collar Crime
2024-02-23T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Men Indicted for Money Laundering Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/two-men-indicted-for-money-laundering-conspiracy
Alex Altoh, of Roseville, and Oumar Sidibe, formerly of Reno, Nevada, have been charged with conspiracy to commit money laundering.
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Sacramento
Money Laundering
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2024-02-23T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Citrus Heights Man Indicted for Receiving Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/citrus-heights-man-indicted-for-receiving-child-pornography
A federal grand jury returned an indictment against Kyle Travis Colton, of Citrus Heights, charging him with receipt of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
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Violent Crime
2024-02-20T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Glendale Man Sentenced for Using Credit and Debit Card Skimmers at Gas Stations to Steal Nearly $200,000 in Fresno and Southern California
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/glendale-man-sentenced-for-using-credit-and-debit-card-skimmers-at-gas-stations-to-steal-nearly-200000-in-fresno-and-southern-california
Akop Dongelyan of Glendale was sentenced to 364 days in prison for conspiring to commit credit and debit card fraud.
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Sacramento
Skimming
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Credit Card Fraud
Conspiracy
White-Collar Crime
2024-02-20T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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FBI Offers $25,000 Reward Offered to Help Locate Wanted Fugitive from Solano County, California
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fbi-offers-25000-reward-offered-to-help-locate-wanted-fugitive-from-solano-county-california
FBI Sacramento announces a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest, and conviction of Mario Guadalupe Vasquez.
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Sacramento
2024-02-15T12:10:00Z
PressRelease
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Tracy Woman Pleads Guilty to Fraudulent Scheme to Steal California Unemployment Insurance Benefits
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/tracy-woman-pleads-guilty-to-fraudulent-scheme-to-steal-california-unemployment-insurance-benefits
Kaymeisha Keyes, most recently of Tracy, pleaded guilty to one count of wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Wire Fraud
Identity Theft
Financial Fraud
Financial Crime
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crimes
COVID-19
Disaster Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2024-02-13T15:17:00Z
PressRelease
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One Sentenced, One Pleads Guilty in Two Separate Cases Involving Debit and Credit Card Skimming Schemes
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/one-sentenced-one-pleads-guilty-in-two-separate-cases-involving-debit-and-credit-card-skimming-schemes
Artak Vardanyan of Burbank was sentenced to 11 months in prison for conspiring to commit credit and debit card fraud.
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Sacramento
Skimming
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Credit Card Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2024-02-12T10:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Kern County Resident Pleads Guilty to Distributing Explosives
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/kern-county-resident-pleads-guilty-to-distributing-explosives
Joseph Roy Vigneault of Lake Isabella pleaded guilty to distributing explosives to a non-licensed person.
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Sacramento
Explosives
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2024-02-12T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Man Pleads Guilty to Sexual Exploitation of Children
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-man-pleads-guilty-to-sexual-exploitation-of-children
Jayson Fernandez Butay of Sacramento pleaded guilty to producing child sexual abuse material and possessing child sexual abuse material.
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Sacramento
Child Sexual Exploitation
Crimes Against Children
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
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Violent Crime
2024-02-12T14:55:00Z
PressRelease
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Florida Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Selling Fentanyl Over the Dark Web
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/florida-man-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-for-selling-fentanyl-over-the-dark-web
Chaloner Saintillus of Delray Beach, Florida, was sentenced to 10 years and one month in prison for distributing controlled substances using the dark web.
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Sacramento
Dark Web
Fentanyl
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Cyber Crimes
Cybercrime
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2024-02-05T15:21:00Z
PressRelease
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Last Defendants Sentenced for Central Valley Drug Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/last-defendants-sentenced-for-central-valley-drug-conspiracy
Ignacio Alcantar Torres of McFarland and Alexis Mendiola of North Hollywood have been sentenced to prison for conspiring to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
Drug Conspiracy
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Fentanyl
Methamphetamine
2024-02-05T15:18:00Z
PressRelease
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Former National Guard Task Force Member Indicted for Illegal Firearm Possession That Came to Light During an Investigation Into Leaks of Sensitive Operational Information
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-national-guard-task-force-member-indicted-for-illegal-firearm-possession-that-came-to-light-during-an-investigation-into-leaks-of-sensitive-operational-info
A jury returned a two-count indictment against Ruby Celly Uribe of Antelope charging her with illegal possession of a machine gun and a short-barreled rifle.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Illegal Possession of a Firearm
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2024-02-02T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Assistant Superintendent and Former IT Director of Patterson Joint Unified School District Plead Guilty to $1 Million Embezzlement Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-assistant-superintendent-and-former-it-director-of-patterson-joint-unified-school-district-plead-guilty-to-1-million-embezzlement-scheme
Jeffrey Menge, of Copperopolis, and Eric Drabert, of Modesto, pleaded guilty to theft concerning programs receiving federal funds.
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Sacramento
Embezzlement
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2024-02-01T12:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Professor Pleads Guilty to Setting Multiple Fires Behind Firefighters Responding to the Dixie Fire
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-professor-pleads-guilty-to-setting-multiple-fires-behind-firefighters-responding-to-the-dixie-fire
Gary Stephen Maynard of San Jose pleaded guilty to three counts of arson on federal property.
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Sacramento
Arson
Violent Crimes
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2024-02-01T12:45:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Woman Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Distribution
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-woman-pleads-guilty-to-fentanyl-distribution
Sofia Cisneros-Noyola of Sacramento pleaded guilty to possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute.
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Sacramento
Fentanyl
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Drugs
2024-01-29T13:55:00Z
PressRelease
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Information Technology Professional Pleads Guilty to Selling Stolen MacBooks
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/information-technology-professional-pleads-guilty-to-selling-stolen-macbooks
Andrew Halvorsen of Livermore pleaded guilty to conspiracy to transport stolen property interstate.
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Sacramento
Interstate Transportation of Stolen Goods
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
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Major Thefts
2024-01-29T13:52:00Z
PressRelease
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Repeat Chico Sex Offender Sentenced to 10 Years for Possessing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/repeat-chico-sex-offender-sentenced-to-10-years-for-possessing-child-pornography
Jason Morgan of Chico has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for possession of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
Exploited Children
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Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2024-01-25T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Sentenced to 30 Years for Conspiring to Distribute Methamphetamine
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mexican-national-sentenced-to-30-years-for-conspiring-to-distribute-methamphetamine
Elias Hernandez-Valencia, a Mexican national, was sentenced to 30Â years in prison for conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2024-01-22T14:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Third Aryan Brotherhood Prison Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Murder in Aid of Racketeering
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/third-aryan-brotherhood-prison-gang-member-pleads-guilty-to-murder-in-aid-of-racketeering
Jason Corbett of Butte County pleaded guilty to murder in aid of racketeering as part of a long-running investigation into California Aryan Brotherhood gang.
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Sacramento
Gang
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Gangs
Aryan Brotherhood
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2024-01-18T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Benicia Man Indicted for a Second Federal Felon-In-Possession Case
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/benicia-man-indicted-for-a-second-federal-felon-in-possession-case
A grand jury returned a single count indictment against Jeremiah Malik Jefferson, 26, of Benicia, charging him with being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
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Violent Crime
2024-01-18T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Santa Ana Man Sentenced to 15 and One Half Years in Prison for Attempted Online Enticement of a Minor for Sexual Purposes
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/santa-ana-man-sentenced-to-15-and-one-half-years-in-prison-for-attempted-online-enticement-of-a-minor-for-sexual-purposes
Marcos Lucero of Santa Ana has been sentenced to 15 years and six months in prison for attempted online enticement of a minor for sexual purposes.
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Sacramento
Enticement of a Minor
Exploited Children
Project Safe Childhood
Child Predator
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Violent Crime
2024-01-18T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Sextortion: A Growing Threat Preying Upon Our Nation’s Teens
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sextortion-a-growing-threat-preying-upon-our-nations-teens
The FBI wants to warn parents, educators, caregivers, and children about sextortion, a crime that involves the solicitation and enticement of a minor to engage in sexual acts that are photographed or filmed and provided to an offender they have met online.
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Sacramento
Crimes Against Children
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Sextortion
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2024-01-17T17:13:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Woman Sentenced to Prison for Bank Fraud and Identity Theft
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-woman-sentenced-to-prison-for-bank-fraud-and-identity-theft
Bobbi Jo Heiss of Fresno was sentenced to seven years in prison for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Identity Theft
White-Collar Crime
2024-01-16T10:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield CPA Sentenced to 15 Months in Prison for Stealing $355,000 From Investors
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-cpa-sentenced-to-15-months-in-prison-for-stealing-355000-from-investors
Jeffrey Todd Stewart of Bakersfield has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for stealing $355,000 from investors.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Investment Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2024-01-16T09:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Mother and Daughter Team Plead Guilty in COVID-19 Related Jailhouse Unemployment Insurance Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mother-and-daughter-team-plead-guilty-in-covid-19-related-jailhouse-unemployment-insurance-fraud
Makiah Miles of Compton and Apryl Weston of Santa Maria pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit mail fraud.
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Sacramento
COVID-19
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Fraud
Unemployment Fraud
Insurance Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2024-01-16T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Pleads Guilty to Passport Fraud by Assuming the Identity of a Deceased Child
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-pleads-guilty-to-passport-fraud-by-assuming-the-identity-of-a-deceased-child
Kenneth Laitman of Fresno pleaded guilty to passport fraud.
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Sacramento
Identity Theft
Passport Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
National Security
2024-01-16T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Man Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Prison for Receipt of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-man-sentenced-to-over-seven-years-in-prison-for-receipt-of-child-pornography
Bryan Tamblyn of Sacramento has been sentenced to seven years and three months in prison for receipt of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
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Violent Crime
2024-01-11T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Bay Area Men Plead Guilty to Bribing a Vallejo City Official
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bay-area-men-plead-guilty-to-bribing-a-vallejo-city-official
Steven Chu, of San Bruno, and Ben Guan, of San Francisco, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit federal program bribery.
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Sacramento
Bribery
Public Corruption
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2024-01-11T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Central Valley Corporate Insider Pleads Guilty to Stealing Nearly $5 Million in Livestock Feed Ingredients
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/central-valley-corporate-insider-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-nearly-5-million-in-livestock-feed-ingredients
Shawn Sawa pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud for his role in stealing millions of dollars worth of canola from international food processors.
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Sacramento
Wire Fraud
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
2024-01-08T14:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Second Aryan Brotherhood Prison Gang Member Pleads Guilty to Murder in Aid of Racketeering
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/second-aryan-brotherhood-prison-gang-member-pleads-guilty-to-murder-in-aid-of-racketeering
Pat Brady pleaded guilty to murder in aid of racketeering as part of a long-running investigation into the California Aryan Brotherhood gang.
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Murder
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Violent Crime
Racketeering
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Gangs
Gang
2024-01-03T09:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Russian National Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Provide Material Support to a Foreign Terrorist Organization
https://www.fbi.gov/news/press-releases/russian-national-pleads-guilty-to-attempting-to-provide-material-support-to-a-foreign-terrorist-organization
Murat Kurashev pleaded guilty to a single-count indictment charging him with attempting to provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization.
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National
Counterintelligence
National Security
Russia
Sacramento
2024-01-08T15:00:00Z
PressRelease
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A Look Back at Fentanyl Prosecutions in 2023
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/a-look-back-at-fentanyl-prosecutions-in-2023
Officials announce the actions taken in 2023 in the Eastern District of California to confront the continuing crisis caused by fentanyl.
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Fentanyl
Drug Distribution
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Opioids
2024-01-03T14:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Roseville Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Distributing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/roseville-man-sentenced-to-11-years-in-prison-for-distributing-child-pornography
Pablo Ramos was sentenced to 11 years in prison for distribution of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
2023-12-19T14:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Correctional Sergeant Found Guilty in Retrial of Falsification of Records to Cover Up Assault of a CSP Sacramento Inmate
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-correctional-sergeant-found-guilty-in-retrial-of-falsification-of-records-to-cover-up-assault-of-a-csp-sacramento-inmate
A jury found former California state correctional officer Brenda Villa guilty of one count of conspiracy to commit falsification of records.
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Assault
Violent Crime
Perjury
2023-12-20T14:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Stockton Man Indicted on Firearm Charge
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/stockton-man-indicted-on-firearm-charge
A newly unsealed indictment charges Ricardo Sanchez with being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
2023-12-20T14:30:00Z
PressRelease
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California Man Arrested on Felony and Misdemeanor Charges for Actions During January 6 Capitol Breach
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/washingtondc/news/california-man-arrested-on-felony-and-misdemeanor-charges-for-actions-during-january-6-capitol-breach
Kyle Travis Colton of California has been arrested on felony and misdemeanor charges related to his conduct during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
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Washington Field
Featured Press Release
Sacramento
Capitol
National Security
Counterterrorism
Violent Crime
Riots
2023-12-18T11:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Project Safe Neighborhoods Indictments
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/project-safe-neighborhoods-indictments
The Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative brings together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence.
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Sacramento
Project Safe Neighborhoods
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2023-12-15T14:24:00Z
PressRelease
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Stockton Man Charged with Attempted Sexual Exploitation of Minors Using Social Media
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/stockton-man-charged-with-attempted-sexual-exploitation-of-minors-using-social-media
A federal grand jury returned a six-count indictment earlier in December against Elmer Yusay Ngo of Stockton.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
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2023-12-14T14:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Ninth Defendant Pleads Guilty in Large-Scale Sacramento Cocaine and Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/ninth-defendant-pleads-guilty-in-large-scale-sacramento-cocaine-and-heroin-trafficking-conspiracy
Tyrone Anderson of Sacramento pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to traffic at least 5,000 grams of cocaine.
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2023-12-14T14:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Sacramento Resident Sentenced to Nearly Five Years in Prison for Unemployment Insurance Fraud Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-sacramento-resident-sentenced-to-nearly-five-years-in-prison-for-unemployment-insurance-fraud-scheme
Terence Aubrey Larker was sentenced to four years and ten months in prison for mail fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Unemployment Fraud
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2023-12-13T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Kern County Man Pleads Guilty to Six-Year, $825,000 Credit Card Fraud Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/kern-county-man-pleads-guilty-to-six-year-825000-credit-card-fraud-scheme
Miguel Leyva of Wasco pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and aggravated identity theft charges for his role in a long-running credit card fraud scheme.
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Sacramento
Credit Card Fraud
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2023-12-11T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Stanislaus County Woman Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Stealing Money From Recipients of Social Security and Other Benefits
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/stanislaus-county-woman-sentenced-to-three-years-in-prison-for-stealing-money-from-recipients-of-social-security-and-other-benefits
Lorene Deanda of Ceres was sentenced to three years and one month in prison in relation to her stealing more than $550,000 from recipients of Social Security.
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Sacramento
Theft of Funds
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2023-12-11T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Arvin High School Employee Pleads Guilty to Federal Explosive Offenses and Making False Statements to FBI
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/arvin-high-school-employee-pleads-guilty-to-federal-explosive-offenses-and-making-false-statements-to-fbi
Angelo Jackson Mendiver, a campus security supervisor, pleaded guilty to conspiring to engage in manufacturing and dealing in explosive materials and mailing explosive devices.
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Sacramento
False Statements
Explosives
Violent Crimes
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-12-11T10:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Kern County Man Pleads Guilty to Receiving and Distributing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/kern-county-man-pleads-guilty-to-receiving-and-distributing-child-pornography
Marcus Tatum of Bakersfield pleaded guilty to receipt and distribution of child sexual abuse material.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-12-11T10:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Vacaville Parolee Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of Firearms
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/vacaville-parolee-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-firearms
Eric Terrell Christian, 32, of Vacaville, California, was on parole from his second assault conviction when he committed the current offense.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
2023-12-04T13:50:00Z
PressRelease
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Placer County Doctor Charged with Distribution and Possession of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/placer-county-doctor-charged-with-distribution-and-possession-of-child-pornography
Khursheed Haider of Roseville has been charged with distribution of child pornography and possession of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-11-30T14:55:00Z
PressRelease
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Ceres Man Sentenced for Cyberstalking Two Victims
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/ceres-man-sentenced-for-cyberstalking-two-victims
Kevin James Strutz of Ceres, California, was sentenced to three years and four months in prison for cyberstalking.
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Sacramento
Cyberstalking
Cyber Stalker
Stalking
Cyber Crime
Cyber
Cyber Crimes
2023-11-27T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Four Defendants Sentenced in Dark Web Cocaine Distribution Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/four-defendants-sentenced-in-dark-web-cocaine-distribution-scheme
Four Sacramento residents have been sentenced for conspiring to distribute or possessing with intent to distribute cocaine.
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Sacramento
Cocaine
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-11-17T17:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Debit Card Skimming Suspect Arrested on Federal Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/debit-card-skimming-suspect-arrested-on-federal-charges
Christos Mavrokelos was arrested on a criminal complaint charging him with using debit card skimming devices on bank ATMs to steal victims’ debit card information.
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Sacramento
ATM Skimming
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2023-11-17T17:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Operator of Central California Bio-Lab Indicted for Distributing Adulterated and Misbranded COVID-19 Tests and Lying to Authorities
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/operator-of-central-california-bio-lab-indicted-for-distributing-adulterated-and-misbranded-covid-19-tests-and-lying-to-authorities
The operator of Central California Bio-Lab was charged with distributing adulterated and misbranded medical devices.
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Sacramento
COVID-19
False Statements
Health Care Fraud
Healthcare Fraud
2023-11-16T15:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Arraigned for Kidnapping, Hostage Taking and Alien Smuggling in Fresno
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mexican-national-arraigned-for-kidnapping-hostage-taking-and-alien-smuggling-in-fresno
Cristian Ortiz Coronado, a resident of Mexico, was arraigned on a six-count indictment charging him with kidnapping, hostage taking, and transporting illegal aliens.
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Sacramento
Child Kidnapping
Hostage-Taking
Conspiracy to Harbor Illegal Aliens
Illegal Reentry
International
Violent Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Crimes Against Children
2023-11-16T13:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Parolee Sentenced to over Five Years in Prison for Illegal Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/vallejo-parolee-sentenced-to-over-five-years-in-prison-for-illegal-possession-of-a-firearm-and-ammunition
Bruce Lamont Walker, of Vallejo, was sentenced to five years and four months in prison for being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Possession of Ammunition by a Prohibited Person
2023-11-14T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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FBI Warning Charity Scams May Exploit Public Generosity During Israel- HAMAS Conflict
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fbi-warning-charity-scams-may-exploit-public-generosity-during-israel--hamas-conflict
The FBI Sacramento Field Office is warning the public that criminals are soliciting donations during the Israel-HAMAS conflict.
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Sacramento
Charity Schemes
Charity Fraud
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crimes
2023-11-16T15:29:00Z
PressRelease
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Four Local Law Enforcement Professionals Graduate FBI National Academy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/four-local-law-enforcement-professionals-graduate-fbi-national-academy
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Sacramento Field Office congratulates four local law enforcement professionals on their graduation from FBI National Academy Session #288.
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Sacramento
FBI National Academy
National Academy
2023-12-07T09:30:00Z
PressRelease
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South Lake Tahoe Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Distribution of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/south-lake-tahoe-man-sentenced-to-five-years-in-prison-for-distribution-of-child-pornography
Timothy Mackey of South Lake Tahoe has been sentenced to five years in prison for the distribution of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
Crimes Against Children
2023-11-13T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Resident Charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Child and Other Offenses
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-resident-charged-with-sexual-exploitation-of-a-child--other-offenses
Dakota Jeremiah Pevino of Sacramento has been charged with the sexual exploitation of a child and other related offenses.
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Sacramento
Child Sex Crimes
Crimes Against Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-11-13T15:43:00Z
PressRelease
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Bitwise Founders Irma Olguin, Jr. and Jake Soberal Charged with $100 Million Fraud Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bitwise-founders-irma-olguin-jr-and-jake-soberal-charged-for-100-million-fraud-scheme
Irma Olguin, Jr. and Jake Soberal, the founders and leaders of Bitwise, self-surrendered on a federal complaint charging them with conspiring to commit wire fraud.
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Sacramento
Wire Fraud
Conspiracy
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
Featured Press Release
2023-11-09T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Assistant Branch Manager at Tulare Credit Union Pleads Guilty for Stealing More Than $60,000 From Members’ Accounts to Spend on TikTok
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-assistant-branch-manager-at-tulare-credit-union-pleads-guilty-for-stealing-over-60000-from-members-accounts-to-spend-on-tiktok
Esther Andrade Olson of Kings County pleaded guilty to embezzling more than $60,000 from multiple members’ accounts at a Tulare-based credit union.
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Sacramento
Embezzlement
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-11-06T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Second Owner of Fresno Sleep Clinic Pleads Guilty to Submitting More Than $1.5 Million in Fraudulent Claims to Medicare and Medi-Cal for Sleep Studies
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/second-owner-of-fresno-sleep-clinic-pleads-guilty-to-submitting-over-15-million-in-fraudulent-claims-to-medicare-and-medi-cal-for-sleep-studies
Jeremy Gober of Hanford pleaded guilty to health care fraud and aggravated identity theft charges.
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Sacramento
Health Care Fraud
Fraud
Identity Theft
White-Collar Crime
2023-11-06T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Dallas Man Pleads Guilty to Receipt of Child Pornography From Butte County
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/dallas-man-pleads-guilty-to-receipt-of-child-pornography-from-butte-county
Cameron Andrew Garcia of Dallas, Texas, pleaded guilty to two counts of receipt of visual depictions of children engaging in sexually explicit conduct.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Election Crimes and Security
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-10-31T17:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento County Men Indicted for Money Laundering Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-county-men-indicted-for-money-laundering-conspiracy
Denis Gutsu, of Antelope, and Maxim Gutsu, of Rancho Cordova, have been indicted and charged with conspiracy to commit money laundering.
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Sacramento
Money Laundering
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2023-10-31T17:00:00Z
PressRelease
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FBI Seeking to Identify Potential Victims of Sacramento Man Alleged to Have Sexually Exploited a Child
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fbi-seeking-to-identify-potential-victims-of-sacramento-man-alleged-to-have-sexually-exploited-a-child
The FBI Sacramento Field Office is seeking to identify potential victims of Dakota Jeremiah Pevino, 35, of Sacramento.
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Sacramento
Seeking Victims
Seeking Information
Seeking Public Assistance
Seeking Assistance
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
Child Sexual Exploitation
2023-10-30T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Abusive Sexual Contact in Sequoia National Park
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mexican-national-pleads-guilty-to-abusive-sexual-contact-in-sequoia-national-park
Luis Eduardo Sanchez-Azpeitia, a Mexican national, pleaded guilty to abusive sexual contact with a female co-worker.
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Sacramento
Child Sex Crimes
Abusive Sexual Contact
Violent Crimes
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-10-23T17:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Placerville Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/placerville-man-sentenced-to-15-years-in-prison-for-sexual-exploitation-of-a-minor
Jordan T. Piper of Placerville has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the sexual exploitation of a minor.
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Sacramento
Child Sex Crimes
Crimes Against Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-10-23T17:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Man Convicted of Methamphetamine Trafficking and Illegal Firearms Possession
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/vallejo-man-convicted-of-methamphetamine-trafficking-and-illegal-firearms-possession
A federal jury found Henry Benson of Vallejo guilty of conspiracy to distribute and manufacture methamphetamine-laced pills and other related offenses.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Firearm Crimes
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
Firearms Offenses
2023-10-20T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Carmichael Man Indicted for Sexual Exploitation of a Minor and Child Pornography Offenses
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/carmichael-man-indicted-for-sexual-exploitation-of-a-minor-and-child-pornography-offenses
A federal grand jury returned a three-count indictment against Sam Moss Kerfoot of Carmichael, charging him with the sexual exploitation of a minor and related crimes.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-10-19T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Arrest Made in Central California Bio-Lab Investigation
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/arrest-made-in-central-california-bio-lab-investigation
Jia Bei Zhu, a citizen of China, has been arrested on a criminal complaint for manufacturing and distributing misbranded medical devices and making false statements.
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Sacramento
False Statements
Health Care Fraud
Healthcare Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-10-19T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Three Defendants Plead Guilty to a $38 Million Catalytic Converter Theft Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/three-defendants-plead-guilty-to-a-38-million-catalytic-converter-theft-conspiracy
Three Sacramento family members pleaded guilty to charges related to their participation in a nationwide catalytic converter theft conspiracy.
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Sacramento
Conspiracy
Theft
Money Laundering
Transportation of Stolen Goods
Major Thefts
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2023-10-16T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Navy IT Manager Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Prison for Hacking a Computer Database, Stealing More Than 9,000 People’s Identities, and Selling the Information for $160,000 in Bitcoin
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-navy-it-manager-sentenced-to-over-five-years-in-prison-for-hacking-a-computer-database-stealing-over-9000-peoples-identities-and-selling-the-information-for-160000-in-bitcoin
Former Navy IT Manager Marquis Hooper of Selma, California, was sentenced to five years and five months in prison for hacking a computer database.
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Sacramento
Hacking
Identity Theft
Cyber Crime
Cyber Crimes
Cybercrime
2023-10-16T12:00:00Z
PressRelease
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DC Solar Attorney Indicted in the DC Solar Billion-Dollar Ponzi Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/dc-solar-attorney-indicted-in-the-dc-solar-billion-dollar-ponzi-scheme
Ari J. Lauer was charged with conspiracy to commit wire and bank fraud, bank fraud, and wire fraud affecting a financial institution.
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Sacramento
Ponzi Scheme
Ponzi Schemes
Ponzi
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-10-10T13:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Fresno Resident Pleads Guilty to Cyberstalking and Sending Interstate Threats
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-fresno-resident-pleads-guilty-to-cyberstalking-and-sending-interstate-threats
William Lee Robinson pleaded guilty to five counts of sending threatening interstate communications and three counts of cyberstalking.
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Sacramento
Threats
Threatening Communications
Threat
Violent Crime
Cybercrime
Cybercrimes
Cyber
Cyberstalking
2023-10-10T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Nigerian Nationals Based in Maryland Sentenced for Schemes to Steal California and Other States’ Unemployment Insurance Benefits
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/two-nigerian-nationals-based-in-maryland-sentenced-for-schemes-to-steal-california-and-other-states-unemployment-insurance-benefits
Two Nigerian nationals were sentenced to 26 months and 14 months in prison, respectively, for their roles a fraud conspiracy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Sacramento
COVID-19
Disaster Fraud
Fraud
Financial Fraud
Identity Theft
White-Collar Crime
2023-10-10T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bay Area Couple Pleads Guilty to Defrauding Victims of More Than Half a Million
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bay-area-couple-pleads-guilty-to-defrauding-victims-of-over-half-a-million
Kendra Dennaoui of San Mateo pleaded guilty to wire fraud.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Wire Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-10-05T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Owners of Mobile Phlebotomy Company Each Sentenced to 15 Months in Prison for Medicare Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/owners-of-mobile-phlebotomy-company-each-sentenced-to-15-months-in-prison-for-medicare-fraud
Gabriella Santibanez and her sister, Lisa Hazard, both of Temecula, have been sentenced to 15 months in prison for health care fraud.
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Sacramento
Medicare Fraud
Health Care Fraud
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
Healthcare Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-10-03T17:16:00Z
PressRelease
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Peruvian National Arrested in Peru for Sending More Than 150 Hoax Bomb Threats to Schools and Other Institutions in the United States and Soliciting Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/newyork/news/peruvian-national-arrested-in-peru-for-sending-over-150-hoax-bomb-threats-to-schools-and-other-institutions-in-the-united-states-and-soliciting-child-pornography
Eddie Manuel Nunez Santos of Peru has been charged with making hoax bomb threats to more than 150 school districts.
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New York
Hoax Bomb
Hoax Threats
Hoax Threat
Bomb Threat
Counterterrorism
Joint Terrorism Task Force
JTTF
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Pittsburgh
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Albany
Featured Press Release
2023-09-28T12:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Man Pleads Guilty to Receipt of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-man-pleads-guilty-to-receipt-of-child-pornography
Bryan Tamblyn of Sacramento pleaded guilty to the receipt of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-09-28T13:31:00Z
PressRelease
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Former California Prison Correctional Officer Indicted for Accepting Bribes
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-california-prison-correctional-officer-indicted-for-accepting-bribes
Stephen Joseph Crittenden of Suisun City has been charged with bribery concerning programs receiving federal funds.
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Sacramento
Bribery
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
Public Corruption
2023-09-28T12:09:00Z
PressRelease
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Drug Trafficker Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison for ID Theft and Attempting to Steal Seized Cars from the FBI
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/drug-trafficker-sentenced-to-seven-years-in-prison-for-id-theft-and-attempting-to-steal-seized-cars-from-the-fbi
Quinten Giovanni Moody was sentenced to seven years in prison for aggravated identity theft, obstruction of justice, and conspiracy to distribute marijuana.
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Sacramento
Drug Trafficking
Identity Theft
Obstruction of Justice
2023-09-26T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Citrus Heights Man Pleads Guilty to Possession of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/citrus-heights-man-pleads-guilty-to-possession-of-child-pornography
Christopher Campbell pleaded guilty to possession of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
2023-09-26T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former CHP Officer Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Receipt of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-chp-officer-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-for-receipt-of-child-pornography
Timothy Allen Horwath was sentenced to 10 years and one month in prison for receipt of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
2023-09-26T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Modesto Man Pleads Guilty to Being a Felon in Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/modesto-man-pleads-guilty-to-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-ammunition
Myron Kilgore of Modesto pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Possession of Ammunition by a Prohibited Person
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Firearms Offenses
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-09-26T13:16:00Z
PressRelease
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Clovis Businessman Pleads Guilty to Stealing $1.4 Million in COVID-19 Relief Money
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/clovis-businessman-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-14-million-in-covid-19-relief-money
Ruben Mireles of Clovis pleaded guilty to stealing $1.4Â million in COVID-19 relief money.
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Sacramento
COVID-19
Disaster Fraud
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
2023-09-25T16:41:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Man Pleads Guilty to Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/vallejo-man-pleads-guilty-to-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
Raykheem Andrew Guthery of Vallejo pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Firearms Offenses
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-09-25T14:50:00Z
PressRelease
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Felon Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Firearms in Vallejo
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/felon-pleads-guilty-to-trafficking-firearms-in-vallejo
Jeremy Michael Benner of San Diego pleaded guilty to unlawful dealing in firearms.
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Sacramento
Firearms Trafficking
Firearm Crimes
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Firearms Offenses
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-09-25T14:47:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Man Indicted for Assaulting Federal Agents with a Firearm and Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/vallejo-man-indicted-for-assaulting-federal-agents-with-a-firearm-and-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm-and-ammunition
Sean Thomas Delapp of Vallejo has been charged with assaulting federal officers with a deadly weapon and being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crime
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Firearms Offenses
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-09-21T09:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Richmond Woman Charged with Defrauding Tongan Community in $13 Million Stockton-Based International Ponzi Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/richmond-woman-charged-with-defrauding-tongan-community-in-13-million-stockton-based-international-ponzi-scheme
Tilila Siola’a Walker Sumchai of Richmond has been charged with wire fraud, mail fraud, securities fraud, and the sale of unregistered securities.
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Sacramento
Ponzi Scheme
Ponzi Schemes
Ponzi
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Wire Fraud
Mail Fraud
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White-Collar Crime
Featured Press Release
2023-09-19T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Fresno Sleep Clinic Owner Pleads Guilty to Submitting More Than $1 Million in Fraudulent Claims for Sleep Studies to Medicare
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-fresno-sleep-clinic-owner-pleads-guilty-to-submitting-over-1-million-in-fraudulent-claims-for-sleep-studies-to-medicare
Travis Gober of Hanford pleaded guilty to health care fraud and aggravated identity theft charges.
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Sacramento
Health Care Fraud
Medicare Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-09-18T13:56:00Z
PressRelease
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Yuba City Man Pleads Guilty to Unlawfully Possessing and Selling Guns
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/yuba-city-man-pleads-guilty-to-unlawfully-possessing-and-selling-guns
Billy Glyn Sims Jr., of Yuba City, pleaded guilty to unlawfully dealing in firearms without a license and being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-09-14T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Three Local Law Enforcement Professionals Graduate FBI National Academy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/three-local-law-enforcement-professionals-graduate-fbi-national-academy-
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Sacramento Field Office congratulates three local law enforcement professionals on their graduation from FBI National Academy Session #287.
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Sacramento
2023-09-14T13:03:00Z
PressRelease
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Bitcoin ATM Company Forfeited More Than $1 Million for Conspiring to Violate the Bank Secrecy Act
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bitcoin-atm-company-forfeited-over-1-million-for-conspiring-to-violate-the-bank-secrecy-act
Folsom company Amani Investments LLC, which operated Coinucopia kiosks that exchanged U.S. currency for Bitcoin, forfeited $1 million in currency, and other items.
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Bank Crime
White-Collar Crime
2023-09-12T12:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Repeat Sacramento Sex Offender Sentenced to 10 Years for Possessing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/repeat-sacramento-sex-offender-sentenced-to-10-years-for-possessing-child-pornography
Jason Michael Carlsen of Sacramento has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for possession of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-09-12T05:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Man Sentenced to More Than 19 Years in Prison for Sex Trafficking
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-man-sentenced-to-over-19-years-in-prison-for-sex-trafficking
Antonio Long Andrews of Sacramento has been sentenced to 235 months in prison for sex trafficking by force, fraud, or coercion.
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Sex Trafficking
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2023-09-12T05:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Inmate and Three Co-defendants Convicted in $25 Million COVID-19 Relief Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/inmate-and-three-co-defendants-convicted-in-25-million-covid-19-relief-fraud
Telvin Breaux, an inmate at the California Correctional Institution in Tehachapi, pleaded guilty to conspiracy and aggravated identity theft charges.
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Sacramento
COVID-19
Featured Press Release
Disaster Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Identity Theft
White-Collar Crime
2023-09-11T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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California Man Sentenced to Prison for Assaulting Law Enforcement During January 6 Capitol Breach
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/washingtondc/news/california-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-assaulting-law-enforcement-during-january-6-capitol-breach
Sean Michael McHugh was sentenced in the District of Columbia on two felony charges related to his actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
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Assault
Capitol
Violent Crimes
Riot
Riots
Counterterrorism
Sacramento
2023-09-07T12:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Man Sentenced to Five Years for Possessing a Firearm in Furtherance of a Drug Trafficking Offense
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-sentenced-to-five-years-for-possessing-a-firearm-in-furtherance-of-a-drug-trafficking-offense
Derrick Gage, of Bakersfield, was sentenced to five years in prison for possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking offense.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Drug Trafficking
Narcotics
Controlled Substances
2023-09-05T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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San Jose Man Sentenced to Eight Years and Six Months for Conspiring to Traffic Methamphetamine in Solano County
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/san-jose-man-sentenced-for-eight-years-and-six-months-for-conspiring-to-traffic-methamphetamine-in-solano-county
Esteban Gerardo Ramirez, of San Jose, was sentenced to eight years and six months in prison for conspiring to possess and distribute methamphetamine.
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Methamphetamine
Drug Trafficking
Conspiracy
Drug Conspiracy
Project Safe Neighborhoods
2023-09-05T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Three Indicted for Fentanyl and Methamphetamine Trafficking in Sacramento and Stockton
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/three-indicted-for-fentanyl-and-methamphetamine-trafficking-in-sacramento-and-stockton
A federal grand jury returned a seven-count indictment against three defendants, charging them with drug trafficking offenses.
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Fentanyl
Opioids
Methamphetamine
Drug Trafficking
Narcotics
Controlled Substances
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Drugs
2023-08-31T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Plumas County Man Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Receipt of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-plumas-county-man-sentenced-to-six-years-in-prison-for-receipt-of-child-pornography
David J. Zappa of Sebastopol has been sentenced to six years in prison for receipt of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-08-30T16:23:00Z
PressRelease
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Tulare County Man Sentenced to Five and One Half Years in Prison for Possessing Cocaine
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/tulare-county-man-sentenced-to-55-years-in-prison-for-possessing-cocaine
Jesus Angulo of Woodlake has been sentenced to five years and six months in prison for possessing with intent to distribute cocaine.
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Cocaine
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-08-28T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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The $9 Million Renewable Energy Ponzi Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/9-million-renewable-energy-ponzi-scheme
When Ray Brewer was looking to make a ton of money, he tapped into the renewable energy industry, stealing almost $9 million from investors by claiming to build anaerobic digesters on dairies in California and Idaho.
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Sacramento
Fraud
Ponzi
Ponzi Scheme
Investment Scheme
White Collar Crime
2023-11-20T10:30:00Z
Story
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Missouri Man Pleads Guilty to Interstate Marijuana Shipment
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/missouri-man-pleads-guilty-to-interstate-marijuana-shipment
David Agustus McGowan of Kansas City, Missouri, pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute marijuana.
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Sacramento
Marijuana
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Narcotics
Controlled Substances
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-08-21T11:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Stanislaus County Man Sentenced to More Than 13 Years in Prison for Methamphetamine Distribution
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/stanislaus-county-man-sentenced-to-over-13-years-in-prison-for-methamphetamine-distribution
Julian Loeza of Ceres was sentenced to 13 years and eight months in prison for distribution of methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Narcotics
Controlled Substances
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-08-21T11:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Dentist Pleads Guilty to Stealing $500,000 in COVID-19 Relief Money
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-dentist-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-500000-in-covid-19-relief-money
Ranjan Rajbanshi, D.D.S., of Bakersfield and Santa Barbara, pleaded guilty to stealing $500,000 in COVID-19 relief money.
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Sacramento
COVID-19
Disaster Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-08-21T11:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Residing in Kern County Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Prison for Methamphetamine Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mexican-national-residing-in-kern-county-sentenced-to-over-five-years-in-prison-for-methamphetamine-conspiracy
Ana Margarita Valdez-Torres, a Mexican national residing in McFarland, was sentenced to five years and 10 months in prison for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine.
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Methamphetamine
Drug Trafficking
Narcotics
Controlled Substances
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Drugs
2023-08-21T11:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Tehama County Woman Sentenced to Seven Years in Prison for Refund Fraud Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/tehama-county-woman-sentenced-to-seven-years-in-prison-for-refund-fraud-scheme
Sabrina Raylene Toilolo of Corning was sentenced to seven years and two months in prison for a conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
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Sacramento
Fraud Scheme
Wire Fraud
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2023-08-17T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Tehama County Man Returned to the United States to Face Federal Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/tehama-county-man-returned-to-the-united-states-to-face-federal-charges
Eduardo Castillo of Corning was returned to the United States to face federal charges of online enticement of a minor for sexual purposes.
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Enticement of a Minor
Enticement of Minor
Exploited Children
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
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Violent Crime
2023-08-17T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Charged for Sexual Assault in Sequoia National Park
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mexican-national-charged-for-sexual-assault-in-sequoia-national-park
Luis Eduardo Sanchez-Azpeitia, of Mexico City, was charged with sexual abuse and abusive sexual contact.
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Sacramento
Sexual Assault
Violent Crimes
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Violent Crime
2023-08-17T16:11:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Men Sentenced to 10 and 17 Years in Prison for Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-men-sentenced-to-10-and-17-years-in-prison-for-drug-trafficking-conspiracy
Two Fresno residents were sentenced for gun and drug charges that arose from a long-term investigation that uncovered evidence of a drug trafficking conspiracy.
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Sacramento
Drug Trafficking
Drug Conspiracy
Conspiracy
Narcotics
Controlled Substances
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Drugs
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2023-08-14T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Man Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-man-sentenced-to-over-seven-years-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
Quentin Carthen of Sacramento has been sentenced to seven years and eight months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-08-14T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Wanted Fugitive Antonio Lopes Moreno Returned to Glenn County to Face Homicide Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/wanted-fugitive-antonio-lopes-moreno-returned-to-glenn-county-to-face-homicide-charges
Special agents from the FBI Sacramento Field Office and Legal Attaché Office of Mexico City returned wanted fugitive Antonio Lopes Moreno to Glenn County to face felony homicide charges with special circumstances.
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Sacramento
2023-08-14T11:01:00Z
PressRelease
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Vacaville Man Indicted for Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/vacaville-man-indicted-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
A grand jury returned a single count indictment against Ramon Garcia Jr., of Vacaville, charging him with being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-08-03T12:00:00Z
PressRelease
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California Truck Parts Manufacturer Sinister Diesel Agrees to Pay $1 Million After Pleading Guilty to Conspiracy and for Manufacturing and Selling Illegal Defeat Devices
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/california-truck-parts-manufacturer-sinister-diesel-agrees-to-pay-1-million-after-pleading-guilty-to-conspiracy-and-for-manufacturing-and-selling-illegal-defeat-devices
Diesel performance parts manufacturer Sinister Mfg. Company Inc. pleaded guilty to criminal charges in federal court.
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Sacramento
Featured Press Release
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Environmental Crimes
Conspiracy
White-Collar Crime
2023-08-01T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Ten MS-13 Members and Associates Indicted for Gang-Related Murders and Racketeering
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/ten-ms-13-members-and-associates-indicted-for-gang-related-murders-and-racketeering
A seven-count superseding indictment was unsealed today, charging 10 MS‑13 members and associates with a RICO conspiracy and murder in aid of racketeering.
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Gangs
Murder
Racketeering
MS-13
Violent Crimes
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
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2023-07-27T15:56:00Z
PressRelease
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Nigerian National Based in Maryland Sentenced to Four Years and Nine Months in Prison and Nigerian House Ordered Forfeited for Schemes to Steal Unemployment Insurance Benefits
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/nigerian-national-based-in-maryland-sentenced-to-four-years-and-nine-months-in-prison-and-nigerian-house-ordered-forfeited-for-schemes-to-steal-unemployment-insurance-benefits
Nigerian national Olamide Yusuf Bakare, currently residing in Maryland, was sentenced to four years and nine months in prison for conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
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Sacramento
Unemployment Fraud
COVID-19
Disaster Fraud
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Financial Fraud
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2023-07-25T17:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Galt Men Indicted for Being Felons in Possession of Firearms
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/two-galt-men-indicted-for-being-felons-in-possession-of-firearms
Galt residents Dexter Weeks and William Lesley were both charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
2023-07-24T17:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Indictments Charge International Travel to Engage in Illicit Sexual Activity with Minors
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/two-indictments-charge-international-travel-to-engage-in-illicit-sexual-activity-with-minors
Officials joined to announce indictments charging sexual exploitation of children, a global problem demanding a global response.
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Sacramento
Child Sex Crimes
Crimes Against Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Project Safe Childhood
2023-07-20T17:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man with Four Prior Convictions for Unlawfully Possessing Firearms and Ammunition Sentenced to Four Years in Prison for Illegal Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-with-four-prior-convictions-for-unlawfully-possessing-firearms-and-ammunition-sentenced-to-four-years-in-prison-for-illegal-possession-of-ammunition
Earnest Donte Ruff of Fresno has been sentenced to four years and three months in prison for being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Firearm Crimes
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Project Safe Neighborhoods
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Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-07-24T16:56:00Z
PressRelease
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Nevada Woman Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Hiring Hitman on Dark Web to Kill Her Ex-Husband
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/nevada-woman-sentenced-to-five-years-prison-for-hiring-hitman-on-dark-web-to-kill-her-ex-husband
Kristy Lynn Felkins of Fallon, Nevada, has been sentenced to five years in prison for a murder-for-hire plot.
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Sacramento
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Murder
Homicide
Murder-for-Hire
Violent Crime
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2023-07-21T12:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fairfield Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fairfield-man-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
William Josiah Scrivner of Fairfield has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
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Violent Crime
2023-07-21T12:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Orange County Man Sentenced to Four and One Quarter Years in Prison for Trafficking Fentanyl and Heroin in Bakersfield and Fresno
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/orange-county-man-sentenced-to-four-and-one-quarter-years-in-prison-for-trafficking-fentanyl-and-heroin-in-bakersfield-and-fresno
Luis Noe Hernandez Rojo of Orange has been sentenced to four years in prison for conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl and heroin.
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Fentanyl
Heroin
Opioids
Drug Trafficking
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2023-07-17T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Jury Finds Former Correctional Sergeant Guilty of Perjury During Investigation Into Cover-Up of Assault of a CSP Sacramento Inmate
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/jury-finds-former-correctional-sergeant-guilty-of-perjury-during-investigation-into-cover-up-of-assault-of-a-csp-sacramento-inmate
A jury found Brenda Villa, a former California state correctional officer, guilty of perjury in connection with a federal grand jury investigation.
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Sacramento
Perjury
Conspiracy
Assault
Public Corruption
Corruption
2023-07-18T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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California Doctor and Medical Practice Agree to Pay $11.4 Million to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Relating to Skin Biopsies, Spine Surgeries, and Urine Drug Testing
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/california-doctor-and-medical-practice-agree-to-pay-114-million-to-resolve-false-claims-act-allegations-relating-to-skin-biopsies-spine-surgeries-and-urine-drug-testing
Lags Spine & Sportscare Medical Centers Inc. have agreed to pay $11,388,887 to resolve allegations that they violated the False Claims Act.
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Sacramento
False Claim
False Claims
Health Care Fraud
Healthcare Fraud
2023-07-11T15:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Kern County Man Charged in Operation Red Reaper Sentenced to More Than 11 Years in Prison for Methamphetamine Distribution
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/kern-county-man-charged-in-operation-red-reaper-sentenced-to-over-11-years-in-prison-for-methamphetamine-distribution
Ernesto Zibray of Delano has been sentenced to 11 years and three months in prison for the distribution of more than 500 grams of methamphetamine.
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Methamphetamine
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
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Drugs
2023-07-10T16:49:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Charged in Operation No Fly Zone Sentenced to Over Two Years in Prison for Illegal Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-charged-in-operation-no-fly-zone-sentenced-to-over-two-years-in-prison-for-illegal-possession-of-ammunition
Donald Ray Phelps Jr., of Fresno, has been sentenced to two years and three months in prison for being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
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Project Safe Neighborhoods
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2023-07-10T16:47:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Men Convicted of Using Credit and Debit Card Skimmers at Gas Stations to Steal Nearly $200,000 in Fresno and Southern California
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/two-men-convicted-of-using-credit-and-debit-card-skimmers-at-gas-stations-to-steal-nearly-200000-in-fresno-and-southern-california
Akop Dongelyan, of Glendale, and Artak Vardanyan, of Burbank, pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit credit and debit card fraud.
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Credit Card Fraud
Credit Card Scam
Financial Fraud
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2023-07-10T15:02:00Z
PressRelease
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Six Indicted for Drug Trafficking in San Joaquin County and Elsewhere
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/six-indicted-for-drug-trafficking-in-san-joaquin-county-and-elsewhere
Six individuals have been charged with conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, distribution of heroin, and other related offenses.
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Sacramento
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Drug Crimes
Methamphetamine
Heroin
Organized Crime/Drugs
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2023-06-30T10:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Placer County Man Indicted for Sexual Exploitation Offenses Against a Minor
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/placer-county-man-indicted-for-sexual-exploitation-offenses-against-a-minor
Ryan Davidek was charged with transportation of a minor with intent to engage in criminal sexual activity and travel with intent to engage in sexual conduct.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Project Safe Childhood
Child Predator
2023-06-29T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Yuba City Man Indicted for Unlawfully Possessing and Selling Guns
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/yuba-city-man-indicted-for-unlawfully-possessing-and-selling-guns
A federal grand jury returned a five-count indictment against Billy Glyn Sims Jr., of Yuba City, charging him with firearm crimes.
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Firearm Crime
Firearm Crimes
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Ammunition
Possession of Ammunition by a Prohibited Person
Project Safe Neighborhoods
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2023-06-27T17:24:00Z
PressRelease
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Central Valley Man Sentenced to More Than Six Years in Prison for $9 Million Cow Manure Ponzi Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/central-valley-man-sentenced-to-over-six-years-in-prison-for-9-million-cow-manure-ponzi-scheme
Ray Brewer of Porterville, and Sheridan, Montana, has been sentenced to six years in prison for running a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-06-26T13:21:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Man Sentenced for Transferring Obscene Material to a Minor
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-sentenced-for-transferring-obscene-material-to-a-minor
Alexis Rudy Reyes of Bakersfield was sentenced to 21 months in prison and fined $5,000 for transferring obscene material to a minor.
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Sacramento
Obscenity
Project Safe Childhood
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Violent Crime
2023-06-20T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Woman Pleads Guilty to Bank Fraud and Identity Theft in Year-Long Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-woman-pleads-guilty-to-bank-fraud-and-identity-theft-in-year-long-scheme
Bobbi Jo Heiss of Fresno pleaded guilty to bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Identity Theft
Financial Fraud
Fraud
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Elder Fraud
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2023-06-20T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Owner of Desert Star Motel in Bakersfield Sentenced to Four Years in Prison for Participation in Sex Trafficking Enterprise
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/owner-of-desert-star-motel-in-bakersfield-sentenced-to-four-years-in-prison-for-participation-in-sex-trafficking-enterprise
Jatinbhai Naresh Bhakta of Bakersfield was sentenced to four years in prison for using a facility of interstate commerce in aid of a racketeering enterprise.
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Racketeering
RICO
Sex Trafficking
Human Trafficking
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Project Safe Childhood
Child Sex Trafficking
Crimes Against Children
Organized Crime/Drugs
Organized Crime
Civil Rights
Featured Press Release
2023-06-20T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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South Lake Tahoe Man Pleads Guilty to Distribution of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/south-lake-tahoe-man-pleads-guilty-to-distribution-of-child-pornography
Timothy Mackey of South Lake Tahoe pleaded guilty to the distribution of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-06-12T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Sentences Announced in Operation Red Reaper That Targeted the Criminal Activities of the Nuestra Familia Prison Gang in Kings and Tulare Counties
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sentences-announced-in-operation-red-reaper-that-targeted-the-criminal-activities-of-the-nuestra-familia-prison-gang-in-kings-and-tulare-counties
Officials announced the sentencings in cases brought in 2019 following a multi-agency investigation into the Nuestra Familia prison gang and the Norteño street gang.
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Sacramento
Prescription Drugs
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Violent Crime
Gangs
Gang
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
Organized Crime
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2023-06-12T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Six Defendants Arrested for Multimillion-Dollar Wire Fraud and Money Laundering Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/houston/news/six-defendants-arrested-for-multimillion-dollar-wire-fraud-and-money-laundering-scheme
Six individuals were charged with conspiring to commit wire fraud and money laundering.
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Houston
New York
Columbia
Sacramento
Money Laundering
Wire Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
2023-06-07T11:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Kern High School District Employee Charged with Federal Explosive Offenses
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/kern-high-school-district-employee-charged-with-federal-explosive-offenses
Angelo Jackson Mendiver was charged with conspiring to commit offenses against the United States.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Explosives
2023-06-08T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Georgia Man Pleads Guilty to Defrauding California Car Dealership
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/georgia-man-pleads-guilty-to-defrauding-california-car-dealership
Michael Uziewe, of Grayson, Georgia, pleaded guilty today to one count of bank fraud.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Bank Fraud
Fraud
2023-06-08T12:25:00Z
PressRelease
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Five Local Law Enforcement Professionals Graduate FBI National Academy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/five-local-law-enforcement-professionals-graduate-fbi-national-academy
The FBI Sacramento Field Office congratulates five local law enforcement professionals on their graduation from FBI National Academy Session #286.
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Sacramento
Public/Community Outreach
Community Outreach
National Academy
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2023-06-08T10:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Dark Web Traffickers of Heroin, Methamphetamine, and Cocaine Prosecuted
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/dark-web-traffickers-of-heroin-methamphetamine-and-cocaine-prosecuted
Ian Hoffmann of Bell Canyon has been sentenced to prison and Gabriel Alva of Winnetka pleaded guilty to their involvement in drug trafficking on the dark web.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Heroin
Cocaine
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Cyber Crime
Cybercrime
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-06-06T16:38:00Z
PressRelease
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Los Angeles County Man Pleads Guilty to Child Exploitation Conspiracy with Yuba County Man
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/los-angeles-county-man-pleads-guilty-to-child-exploitation-conspiracy-with-yuba-county-man
Pedro Luis Millan of Montebello pleaded guilty to conspiracy to sexually exploit a child.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Project Safe Childhood
Child Predators
Child Predator
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Major Thefts/Violent Crime
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2023-06-01T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Korean National Sentenced to Two Years and Nine Months in Prison for 'Bust Out' Bank Fraud Scheme in Sacramento Area and Elsewhere
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/korean-national-sentenced-to-2-years-and-9-months-in-prison-for-bust-out-bank-fraud-scheme-in-sacramento-area-and-elsewhere
Hee Soung Oh, a Korean national residing in Southern California, has been sentenced to two years and nine months in prison for bank fraud.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Conspiracy
White-Collar Crime
2023-06-01T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Man Pleads Guilty to Stealing Money From U.S. Postal Service Truck
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/vallejo-man-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-money-from-us-postal-service-truck
Former U.S. Postal Service employee Edison Small, of Vallejo, pleaded guilty to theft of government property.
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Sacramento
Theft of Government Property
Theft
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Major Thefts
2023-06-01T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Credit Union Assistant Branch Manager in Tulare Arrested for Stealing More Than $60,000 From Members’ Accounts to Spend on TikTok
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-credit-union-assistant-branch-manager-in-tulare-arrested-for-stealing-over-60000-from-members-accounts-to-spend-on-tiktok
Esther Andrade Olson of Hanford was arrested on the charge that she embezzled more than $60,000 from multiple members’ accounts at a Tulare-based credit union.
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Sacramento
Embezzlement
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
Financial Crime
White-Collar Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2023-06-01T15:09:00Z
PressRelease
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Arrests Made in 'Operation Broken Bonds,' an Investigation into Violent Crime, Drug Trafficking, and Gun Trafficking in the Central Valley Committed by Gang Members and Associates
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/arrests-made-in-operation-broken-bonds-an-investigation-into-violent-crime-drug-trafficking-and-gun-trafficking-in-the-central-valley-committed-by-gang-members-and-associates
Following a multi-agency investigation in Fresno County that focused on crimes of violence, drug sales and illegal firearms possession,10 people were arrested.
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Sacramento
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Gangs
Gang
Drug Trafficking
Violent Crime
Racketeering
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
Organized Crime
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2023-05-26T12:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Wanted Fugitive Nida Muhammad Niazy Returned to Sacramento County to Face Sexual Assault Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/wanted-fugitive-nida-muhammad-niazy-returned-to-sacramento-county-to-face-sexual-assault-charges
FBI Sacramento Field Office special agents returned wanted fugitive Nida Muhammad Niazy, 32, to Sacramento County to face multiple sexual assault charges.
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Sacramento
Fugitive
Fugitive Apprehension
Sexual Assault
Violent Crime
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2023-05-30T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Marysville Man Pleads Guilty to Child Exploitation Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/marysville-man-pleads-guilty-to-child-exploitation-charges
Brent Hooton of Marysville pleaded guilty to the sexual exploitation of a child and distribution of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-05-30T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Project Safe Neighborhoods News, May 30, 2023
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/project-safe-neighborhoods-news-may-30-2023
The Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative brings together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence.
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Sacramento
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
Firearms Offenses
2023-05-30T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Kings County Man Charged in Operation Red Reaper Sentenced to More Than 21 Years in Prison for Methamphetamine Trafficking
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/kings-county-man-charged-in-operation-red-reaper-sentenced-to-over-21-years-in-prison-for-methamphetamine-trafficking
Florentino Gutierrez of Hanford received 21 years and 10Â months in prison for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute a methamphetamine mixture.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-05-30T16:52:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Charged in Operation No Fly Zone Sentenced to Three Years and Five Months in Prison for Unlawful Firearm Possession
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-charged-in-operation-no-fly-zone-sentenced-to-three-years-and-five-months-in-prison-for-unlawful-firearm-possession
Patrick Feaster of Fresno has been sentenced to three years and five months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Firearm Crime
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Drug Crimes
Firearms Offenses
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-05-30T16:50:00Z
PressRelease
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Seattle Man Who Defrauded Relief Programs of More Than $1 Million Sentenced to Eight Plus Years in Prison
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/seattle-man-who-defrauded-relief-programs-of-more-than-1-million-sentenced-to-8-years-in-prison
Bryan Alan Sparks, a former Seattle resident who defrauded federal COVID-19 benefit programs, received 100 months in prison for wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Identity Theft
Disaster Fraud
COVID-19
Coronavirus
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2023-05-23T14:00:00Z
PressRelease
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New Jersey Man Sentenced to 6.75 Years in Prison for Schemes to Steal California Unemployment Insurance Benefits and Economic Injury Disaster Loans
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/new-jersey-man-sentenced-to-675-years-in-prison-for-schemes-to-steal-california-unemployment-insurance-benefits-and-economic-injury-disaster-loans
Eric Michael Jaklitsch was sentenced for two related COVID-19 fraud cases: one case alleging wire fraud and aggravated identity theft in California, and the other case alleging wire fraud in New Jersey.
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Sacramento
Wire Fraud
Identity Theft
Financial Fraud
COVID-19
Financial Crimes
Disaster Fraud
2023-05-22T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Resident Arrested for Food Stamp Trafficking Scheme at El Ranchito Bakery
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-resident-arrested-for-food-stamp-trafficking-scheme-at-el-ranchito-bakery
On May 4, 2023, a federal grand jury returned a two-count indictment, charging Jorge Luis Rivera with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and wire fraud and attempted wire fraud.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Wire Fraud
Conspiracy
2023-05-23T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Ceres Man Pleads Guilty to Cyberstalking Two Victims
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/ceres-man-pleads-guilty-to-cyberstalking-two-victims
Kevin James Strutz pleaded guilty to two counts of cyberstalking.
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Sacramento
Cyberstalking
Cyber Stalker
Stalking
Cyber
Cyber Crime
Cyber Crimes
2023-05-22T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Tulare County Man Sentenced to Over 17 Years in Prison for Gun and Drug Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/tulare-county-man-sentenced-to-over-17-years-in-prison-for-gun-and-drug-charges
Jonathan Gallegos was sentenced to over 17 years in prison for trafficking methamphetamine and marijuana, and using a firearm during and in relation to a drug trafficking crime.
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Sacramento
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Drug Crimes
Violent Crime
2023-05-22T15:18:00Z
PressRelease
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Siskiyou County Woman Indicted for Possession of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/siskiyou-county-woman-indicted-for-possession-of-child-pornography
A federal grand jury returned an indictment against Shasta Lea Schnittker, of Montague, charging her with possessing child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Project Safe Childhood
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-05-11T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Modesto Doctor Pleads Guilty to Illegally Prescribing Opioids
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-modesto-doctor-pleads-guilty-to-illegally-prescribing-opioids
Sawtantra Chopra of Modesto pleaded guilty to three counts of illegally prescribing opioids and other medication.
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Sacramento
Opioids
Prescription Drugs
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-05-11T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Men Charged for Series of Vehicle Pipe-Bombings
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-men-charged-for-series-of-vehicle-pipe-bombings
Scott Eric Anderson and Paul New, both of Fresno, were charged with conspiracy to destroy and malicious destruction by means of an explosive device.
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Sacramento
Bomb
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Violent Crime
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2023-05-11T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Prison for Distributing Fentanyl and Fentanyl-Related Substance
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mexican-national-sentenced-to-over-five-years-in-prison-for-distributing-fentanyl-and-fentanyl-related-substance
Oscar Arturo Salomon Perez, a citizen of Mexico, has been sentenced to five years and three months in prison for distributing fentanyl and p-fluorofentanyl.
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Sacramento
Fentanyl
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-05-08T17:03:00Z
PressRelease
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University Professor Indicted for Trafficking Images of Child Sex Abuse
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/university-professor-indicted-for-trafficking-images-of-child-sex-abuse
A jury returned an indictment against Rodger Githens, charging him with receipt and distribution of images of a minor engaged in sexually explicit conduct.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Project Safe Childhood
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Crimes Against Children
Violent Crime
2023-05-04T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Men Indicted for Assaulting Correctional Officers at U.S. Penitentiary Atwater
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/two-men-indicted-for-assaulting-correctional-officers-at-us-penitentiary-atwater
A jury returned an indictment against Daniel Higgins, of Morro Bay, and Austin Noblitt, of Portland, Oregon, charging each with two counts of assault.
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Sacramento
Assaulting a Federal Officer
Assault
Violent Crime
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2023-05-04T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Solano County Hells Angels Member Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Firearms Offenses
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/solano-county-hells-angels-member-sentenced-to-three-years-in-prison-for-firearms-offenses
Michael Mahoney of Fairfield has been sentenced to three years in prison for possessing a firearm with an obliterated or altered serial number.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Violent Crime
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Organized Crime/Drugs
Organized Crime
2023-05-02T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Eighth Defendant Pleads Guilty to Porterville-Based Drug Ring
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/eighth-defendant-pleads-guilty-to-porterville-based-drug-ring
Xochil Aguilera of Porterville pleaded guilty to a conspiracy to distribute fentanyl and methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
Fentanyl
Methamphetamine
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Opioids
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-05-01T13:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Financial Advisor Sentenced for Scheme to Steal Funds From Elderly Bank Customers
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-financial-advisor-sentenced-for-scheme-to-steal-funds-from-elderly-bank-customers
Tyler Rigsbee of Cameron Park has been sentenced to two years in prison and ordered to pay $158,960 in restitution for committing aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Elder Fraud
Elder Justice
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Identity Theft
White-Collar Crime
2023-05-01T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Antioch Man Sentenced to More Than 19 Years in Prison for Sex Trafficking of Minors at the Bakersfield Desert Star Motel
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/antioch-man-sentenced-to-over-19-years-in-prison-for-sex-trafficking-of-minors-at-the-bakersfield-desert-star-motel
Darnell Bernard Edwards of Antioch has been sentenced to 19 years and seven months in prison for the sex trafficking of two minors.
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Sacramento
Sex Trafficking
Child Sex Trafficking
Sex Trafficking of a Minor
Project Safe Childhood
Crimes Against Children
Violent Crime
2023-05-01T15:23:00Z
PressRelease
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Wanted Fugitive Gustavo Ubaldo Soria Returned to Kern County to Face Homicide Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/wanted-fugitive-gustavo-ubaldo-soria-returned-to-kern-county-to-face-homicide-charges
FBI Sacramento Field Office special agents returned wanted fugitive Gustavo Ubaldo Soria, 53, to Kern County to face murder charges.
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Sacramento
Homicide
Fugitive
Fugitive Apprehension
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
Featured Press Release
2023-04-21T11:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Roseville Man Pleads Guilty to Distributing Child Pornography Using App
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/roseville-man-pleads-guilty-to-distributing-child-pornography-using-app
Pablo Ramos of Roseville pleaded guilty to two counts of distribution of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Violent Crime
2023-04-25T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Retired CHP Officer Pleads Guilty to Receipt of Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/retired-chp-officer-pleads-guilty-to-receipt-of-child-pornography
Timothy Allen Horwath, formerly of Redding, pleaded guilty to the receipt of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Violent Crime
2023-04-25T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Public Official and California Contractor Sentenced for Bid Rigging and Bribery
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-public-official-and-california-contractor-sentenced-for-bid-rigging-and-bribery
A former Caltrans contract manager and a former contractor have been sentenced for their roles in a bid-rigging and bribery scheme.
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Sacramento
Bid Rigging
Bribery
Public Corruption
Antitrust
2023-04-24T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Project Safe Neighborhoods News
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/project-safe-neighborhoods-news-1
The Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative brings together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence.
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Sacramento
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Firearms Offenses
Violent Crime
2023-04-21T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fugitive High-Ranking MS-13 Leader Arrested on Terrorism and Racketeering Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/newyork/news/fugitive-high-ranking-ms-13-leader-arrested-on-terrorism-and-racketeering-charges
Jose Wilfredo Ayala-Alcantara, a high-ranking leader of MS-13, has been charged with directing the transnational criminal organization’s criminal activities.
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New York
MS-13
Terrorism
Racketeering
La Mara Salvatrucha
National Security
Violent Crimes
Featured Press Release
Los Angeles
Sacramento
Salt Lake City
Houston
Newark
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
Organized Crime/Drugs
Organized Crime
Counterterrorism
2023-04-20T16:53:00Z
PressRelease
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Three Men Indicted for Murder-for-Hire Plot
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/three-men-indicted-for-murder-for-hire-plot
Jagninder Singh Boparai, Ramesh Kumar Birla Jr., and Shaminderjit Singh Sandhu were charged with conspiracy to use interstate commerce facilities in the commission of murder for hire.
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Sacramento
Murder-for-Hire
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
2023-04-17T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Project Safe Neighborhoods News
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/project-safe-neighborhoods-news
The Project Safe Neighborhoods initiative brings together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence.
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Sacramento
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crimes
Violent Crime
2023-04-17T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Construction Company Owner Sentenced to 78 Months in Prison and Ordered to Pay Nearly $1 Million in Restitution for Rigging Bids and Bribing a Public Official
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/construction-company-owner-sentenced-to-78-months-in-prison-and-ordered-to-pay-nearly-1-million-in-restitution-for-rigging-bids-and-bribing-a-public-official
Bill R. Miller was sentenced to 78 months’ imprisonment and ordered to pay restitution for his role in a bid-rigging and bribery scheme.
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Sacramento
Bribery
Bid Rigging
Public Corruption
Antitrust
2023-04-17T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Area Man Arrested for Operating Business to Buy and Sell Stolen Catalytic Converters
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-area-man-arrested-for-operating-business-to-buy-and-sell-stolen-catalytic-converters
A federal grand jury has indicted George Thomas for selling thousands of stolen catalytic converters to a company in Oregon for over $2.5 million.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
2023-04-17T15:30:00Z
PressRelease
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California Man Found Guilty of Felony Charges Related to Capitol Breach
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/washingtondc/news/california-man-found-guilty-of-felony-charges-related-to-capitol-breach
Sean Michael McHugh was found guilty in the District of Columbia of felony charges for his actions during the January 6, 2021, Capitol breach.
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Washington Field
Sacramento
Capitol
Featured Press Release
National Security
Obstruction
Assault
Violent Crime
2023-04-18T13:44:00Z
PressRelease
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Four Indicted in Scheme to Deliver Drugs Into State Prisons by Drone
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/four-indicted-in-scheme-to-deliver-drugs-into-state-prisons-by-drone
Four defendants have been indicted and charged in a scheme to use drones to deliver drugs and other contraband into state prisons.
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Sacramento
Contraband
Drug Smuggling
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Narcotics
Narcotics Distribution
Narcotics Trafficking
Controlled Substances
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-04-13T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield CPA Pleads Guilty to Stealing Over $350,000 From Investors
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-cpa-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-over-350000-from-investors
Jeffrey Todd Stewart pleaded guilty to wire fraud in relation to him stealing $355,000 from investors.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Investment Fraud
Fraud
Wire Fraud
2023-04-10T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Laser Strikes on Kern County Sheriff Helicopter Lead to Prison Sentence
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/laser-strikes-on-kern-county-sheriff-helicopter-lead-to-prison-sentence
Richard Earl Francis was sentenced to one month in prison for knowingly aiming the beam of a laser pointer at a Kern County Sheriff’s office helicopter.
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Sacramento
Illegal Laser Use
Laser
Laser Pointers
Laser Strikes
2023-04-10T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Selling Fentanyl Over the Dark Web
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/florida-man-pleads-guilty-to-selling-fentanyl-over-the-dark-web
Chaloner Saintillus pleaded guilty to 12 counts of distributing controlled substances into California using the dark web.
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Sacramento
Fentanyl
Opioids
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Narcotics
Narcotics Distribution
Narcotics Trafficking
Controlled Substances
2023-04-10T07:00:00Z
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MS-13 Member Sentenced to Life in Prison for Kidnapping and Murder
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/ms-13-member-sentenced-to-life-in-prison-for-kidnapping-and-murder
Israel Alberto Rivas Gomez, a citizen of El Salvador residing in Mendota, was sentenced to life in prison for kidnapping and murder in aid of racketeering.
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MS-13
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Violent Crime
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Murder
Homicide
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Featured Press Release
2023-04-05T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Stanislaus County Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing Money From Recipients of Social Security and Other Government Benefits
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/stanislaus-county-woman-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-money-from-recipients-of-social-security-and-other-government-benefits
Lorene Deanda of Ceres pleaded guilty to mail fraud in relation to her stealing more than $550,000 from recipients of Social Security and other government benefit funds.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Mail Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-04-03T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Stanislaus County Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/stanislaus-county-man-pleads-guilty-to-federal-drug-charges
Julian Loeza of Ceres pleaded guilty to the distribution of methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
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Drugs
2023-04-03T07:00:00Z
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Former Fresno Bank Employee Pleads Guilty to Stealing More Than $70,000 From Customers’ Accounts
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-fresno-bank-employee-pleads-guilty-to-stealing-more-than-70000-from-customers-accounts
Lladira Hernandez of Fresno pleaded guilty to stealing more than $70,000 from multiple customers’ accounts at a Fresno-based bank.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Bank Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-04-03T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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South Sacramento Man Sentenced to 24 Years in Prison for Attempted Online Enticement of a Minor for Sexual Purposes
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/south-sacramento-man-sentenced-to-24-years-in-prison-for-attempted-online-enticement-of-a-minor-for-sexual-purposes
Dilesh Sharma of Sacramento has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for attempted online enticement of a minor for sexual purposes.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Child Pornography
Child Predator
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Violent Crime
2023-03-30T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Man Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Traffic Heroin and Methamphetamine
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/vallejo-man-pleads-guilty-to-conspiracy-to-traffic-heroin-and-methamphetamine
Michael Renay Williams of Vallejo pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute heroin and methamphetamine.
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Drug Trafficking
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2023-03-30T06:00:00Z
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Drug Trafficker Pleads Guilty to Identity Theft and Attempting to Steal Seized Cars From the FBI Using Fake Court Documents
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/drug-trafficker-pleads-guilty-to-identity-theft-and-attempting-to-steal-seized-cars-from-the-fbi-using-fake-court-documents
Quinten Giovanni Moody of Dublin pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute marijuana, aggravated identity theft, and obstruction of justice.
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Sacramento
Identity Theft
Drug Trafficking
COVID-19
Organized Crime/Drugs
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2023-03-28T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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San Jose Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Interstate Marijuana Distribution Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/san-jose-man-sentenced-to-three-years-in-prison-for-interstate-marijuana-distribution-conspiracy
Tan Minh Vo of San Jose has been sentenced to three years in prison for conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute marijuana.
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Sacramento
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Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-03-27T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Man Sentenced to Prison for Laser Strikes on Sheriff Helicopter at Street Race Gathering
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-sentenced-to-prison-for-laser-strikes-on-sheriff-helicopter-at-street-race-gathering
Andrew Nathan Hernandez of Bakersfield was sentenced to four months in prison for knowingly aiming the beam of a laser pointer at a Kern County Sheriff’s helicopter.
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Sacramento
Laser Pointers
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Violent Crime
2023-03-27T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Elk Grove and Las Vegas Residents Sentenced for Conspiring to Violate the U.S. Trade Embargo on Iran
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/elk-grove-and-las-vegas-residents-sentenced-for-conspiring-to-violate-the-us-trade-embargo-on-iran
Dariush Niknia of Elk Grove and Richard Lant of Las Vegas, Nevada, have been sentenced for a conspiracy to export to an embargoed country, Iran.
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Sacramento
Conspiracy
National Security
Export Control
Illegal Exports
Export
Counterintelligence
Intelligence
2023-03-27T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Woman Sentenced to More Than Six Years in Prison for $300,000 COVID-19 Pandemic Fraud Crime Spree
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-woman-sentenced-to-more-than-six-years-in-prison-for-300000-covid-19-pandemic-fraud-crime-spree
Cecilia Aquino of Fresno has been sentenced to six years in prison for submitting more than $300,000 in fraudulent unemployment insurance claims.
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Sacramento
COVID-19
Disaster Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Unemployment Fraud
Insurance Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-03-27T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Man Sentenced to 57 Months in Prison for Role in Fraudulent Transfer of Funds From a Victim’s Brokerage Account
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-sentenced-to-57-months-in-prison-for-role-in-fraudulent-transfer-of-funds-from-a-victims-brokerage-account
Ramon Armendariz Jr., of Bakersfield, has been sentenced to four years and nine months in prison for wire fraud, bank fraud, and aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Identity Theft
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Wire Fraud
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2023-03-20T14:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Repeat Sacramento Sex Offender Sentenced to More Than 11 Years in Prison for Possessing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/repeat-sacramento-sex-offender-sentenced-to-over-11-years-in-prison-for-possessing-child-pornography
Joshua Klomp of Sacramento has been sentenced to 11 years and two months in prison for possession of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
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Violent Crime
2023-03-21T12:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Southern California Man Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Fentanyl and Heroin in Bakersfield and Fresno
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/southern-california-man-pleads-guilty-to-trafficking-fentanyl-and-heroin-in-bakersfield-and-fresno
Luis Noe Hernandez Rojo, of Orange, California, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute fentanyl and heroin.
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Sacramento
Fentanyl
Heroin
Opioids
Drug Trafficking
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2023-03-20T11:30:00Z
PressRelease
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FBI, Sacramento Police Department Investigating Theft of Aircraft at Sacramento Executive Airport
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fbi-sacramento-police-department-investigating-theft-of-aircraft-at-sacramento-executive-airport
The FBI Sacramento Field Office and Sacramento Police Department are investigating the theft of an aircraft at Sacramento Executive Airport that caused damage to multiple aircraft.
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Sacramento
Theft
Aircraft
Violent Crime
Property Crime
2023-03-16T07:55:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Sentenced to Over Six Years in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-sentenced-to-over-six-years-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
Trayvon Smith, a Fresno man, was sentenced to six years and three months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
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Illegal Possession of a Firearm
2023-03-14T14:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Former CFO Sentenced to Three Years and Five Months in Prison for Embezzling Over $1.9 Million
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-cfo-sentenced-to-three-years-and-five-months-in-prison-for-embezzling-over-19-million
Christopher Firle was sentenced to three years in prison for a four-year embezzlement scheme of over $1.9 million from his employer.
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Sacramento
Embezzlement
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-03-14T14:00:00Z
PressRelease
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California Man Pleads Guilty to Felony Charge for Actions During January 6 Capitol Breach
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/washingtondc/news/california-man-pleads-guilty-to-felony-charge-for-actions-during-january-6-capitol-breach
Jorge Riley of Sacramento, California, pleaded guilty to a felony charge for his actions during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021.
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Washington Field
Sacramento
Capitol
Riot
Riots
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
Damaging Government Property
U.S. Capitol
2023-03-07T12:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno County Couple Pleads Guilty to Hacking Database Containing People’s Identities and Selling Them on the Dark Web for $160,000 in Digital Currency
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-county-couple-pleads-guilty-to-hacking-database-containing-peoples-identities-and-selling-them-on-the-dark-web-for-160000-in-digital-currency
Marquis Hooper and Natasha Chalk pleaded guilty to a conspiracy where they hacked a database that contained personally identifiable information (PII) and sold it on the dark web for $160,000.
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Sacramento
Conspiracy
Cyber
Cyber Crime
Cyber Crimes
Wire Fraud
Identity Theft
Cybercrime
PII
Theft
Hacking
Financial Fraud
2023-03-06T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Modesto Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Receiving and Distributing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/modesto-man-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-for-receiving-and-distributing-child-pornography
Jonathan James Rodriguez was sentenced to 14 years and two months in prison, to be followed by 15 years of supervised release, for receiving and distributing child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
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Child Predator
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Civil Rights
2023-03-06T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing a Firearm in Furtherance of Drug Trafficking at a Bakersfield Motel
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-pleads-guilty-to-possessing-a-firearm-in-furtherance-of-drug-trafficking-at-a-bakersfield-motel
Derrick Dewayne Gage pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime, and faces five years to life in prison and a $250,000 fine.
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Sacramento
Drug Trafficking
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Narcotics
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Drugs
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2023-03-06T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Tulare County Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/tulare-county-man-pleads-guilty-to-federal-drug-charges
Jesus Angulo pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine with intent to distribute it, and faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in prison and up to life in prison.
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Sacramento
Cocaine
Drug Tafficking
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2023-03-06T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Korean National Pleads Guilty to 'Bust Out' Bank Fraud Scheme in Sacramento Area and Elsewhere
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/korean-national-pleads-guilty-to-bust-out-bank-fraud-scheme-in-sacramento-area-and-elsewhere
Hee Soung Oh, a Korean national residing in Southern California, pleaded guilty to bank fraud and bank fraud conspiracy.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Conspiracy
White-Collar Crime
2023-03-02T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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FBI Returns Fugitive to Sacramento County to Face Sex Crime Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fbi-returns-fugitive-to-sacramento-county-to-face-sex-crime-charges
The FBI Sacramento Field Office and Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department are announcing the successful extradition of Felipe Giezi Castaneda-Jauregui.
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Sacramento
Fugitive
Fugitive Apprehension
Exploited Children
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Project Safe Childhood
Child Predator
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2023-03-02T12:11:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Sacramento Man Pleads Guilty to Distributing Methamphetamine
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-sacramento-man-pleads-guilty-to-distributing-methamphetamine
Julio Adrian Jimenez-Sevilla pleaded guilty to distributing at least 50 grams of actual methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Drug Distribution
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Project Safe Neighborhoods
2023-02-28T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Visalia Man Charged with Assault on a Federal Officer
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/visalia-man-charged-with-assault-on-a-federal-officer
Angel Uriarte was charged with assault on a federal officer involving a weapon and other firearm crimes.
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Sacramento
Assaulting a Federal Officer
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2023-02-28T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Central Valley Man Pleads Guilty to Nearly $9 Million Cow Manure Ponzi Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/central-valley-man-pleads-guilty-to-nearly-9-million-cow-manure-ponzi-scheme
Ray Brewer pleaded guilty to wire fraud, money laundering, and identity theft charges for running a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme where he purported to turn cow manure into green energy.
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Sacramento
Ponzi Scheme
Wire Fraud
Money Laundering
Identity Theft
Fraud Scheme
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
2023-02-27T10:30:00Z
PressRelease
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San Rafael Man Visiting Yosemite Pleads Guilty to Domestic Violence Charge
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/san-rafael-man-visiting-yosemite-pleads-guilty-to-domestic-violence-charge
Stefan Niels Weiste Kirkeby of San Rafael, California, pleaded guilty to domestic violence within the special maritime and territorial jurisdiction of the United States.
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Sacramento
Domestic Violence
Violent Crimes
Violent Crime
2023-02-24T10:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Repeat Sacramento Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to Possessing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/repeat-sacramento-sex-offender-pleads-guilty-to-possessing-child-pornography
Jason Michael Carlsen of Sacramento pleaded guilty to the possession of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
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Project Safe Childhood
Child Pornography
Child Predator
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Violent Crime
2023-02-14T08:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Don’t Let a Criminal Break Your Heart and Your Bank Account
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/dont-let-a-criminal-break-your-heart-and-your-bank-account
FBI Sacramento is educating the public about romance scams to stop criminals in their tracks and to urge victims to reach out to law enforcement right away to protect themselves and others.
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Sacramento
Romance Scams
IC3
Internet Crime Complaint Center
Scams and Safety
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crimes
White-Collar Crime
Romance Scam
Online Romance
2023-02-13T10:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Charged in Operation No Fly Zone Pleads Guilty to Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-charged-in-operation-no-fly-zone-pleads-guilty-to-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
Patrick Feaster pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm and faces a maximum statutory penalty of 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
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Project Safe Neighborhoods
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Drugs
2023-02-13T16:04:00Z
PressRelease
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Kern County Man Charged in Operation Red Reaper Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Methamphetamine
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/kern-county-man-charged-in-operation-red-reaper-pleads-guilty-to-trafficking-methamphetamine
Ernesto Zibray pleaded guilty to distribution of over 500 grams of methamphetamine and faces a maximum sentence of life in prison and a fine up to $10 million.
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Methamphetamine
Drug Distribution
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Drugs
2023-02-13T16:02:00Z
PressRelease
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Stockton Man Indicted for Using a Firearm to Rob Fire Wings Restaurant
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/stockton-man-indicted-for-using-a-firearm-to-rob-fire-wings-restaurant
Douglas Sharron Piggee Jr., of Stockton, has been charged with Hobbs Act robbery and other related offenses.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Violent Crime
Robbery
Robber
Armed Robber
Armed Robbery
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2023-02-09T12:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Visalia Resident Sentenced to 16 and One Half Years in Prison for Trafficking Methamphetamine
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/visalia-resident-sentenced-to-16-and-one-half-years-in-prison-for-trafficking-methamphetamine
James Cox of Visalia has been sentenced to 16 years and six months in prison for conspiring to distribute methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
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Drug Trafficking
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Narcotics Distribution
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2023-02-08T10:00:00Z
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Bakersfield Man Indicted for Being a Felon in Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-indicted-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-ammunition
Lance Jakell Henderson of Bakersfield has been charged with being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
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Violent Crime
2023-02-02T17:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Tulare County Drug Distribution Conspiracy and Federal Gun Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/texas-man-pleads-guilty-to-tulare-county-drug-distribution-conspiracy-and-federal-gun-charges
Malachai Serrano of San Antonio pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and marijuana and firearms offenses.
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Sacramento
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crime
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
Firearms Offenses
2023-02-06T17:24:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Prison for Using Elderly Victim’s Identity to Steal Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-sentenced-to-over-five-years-in-prison-for-using-elderly-victims-identity-to-steal-to-steal-hundreds-of-thousands-of-dollars
Brian Stoffel of Fresno has been sentenced to five years and four months in prison for bank fraud and identity theft.
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Sacramento
Elder Fraud
Bank Fraud
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
Disaster Fraud
Identity Theft
White-Collar Crime
2023-02-06T17:17:00Z
PressRelease
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Pleasant Hill Man Sentenced to Six and One Half Years in Prison for Billion-Dollar DC Solar Ponzi Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/pleasant-hill-man-sentenced-to-six-and-one-half-years-in-prison-for-billion-dollar-dc-solar-ponzi-scheme
Ryan Guidry of Pleasant Hill has been sentenced to six years and six months in prison for participating in a billion-dollar Ponzi scheme involving DC Solar.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Ponzi Schemes
Ponzi Scheme
Ponzi
Conspiracy
Aiding and Abetting
Money Laundering
White-Collar Crime
2023-01-31T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Man Sentenced to Almost Four Years in Prison for Unlawfully Possessing Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-sentenced-to-almost-four-years-in-prison-for-unlawfully-possessing-firearm
Katterin McCray of Bakersfield has been sentenced to three years and 10 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
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Violent Crime
2023-01-30T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fourth Hells Angels Motorcycle Club Member Indicted After Investigation Into Brutal Beating at the Vallejo Clubhouse
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fourth-hells-angels-motorcycle-club-member-indicted-after-investigation-into-brutal-beating-at-the-vallejo-clubhouse
Kenneth Caspers, Jr., of Vacaville, has been charged with being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
Organized Crime
Organized Crime/Drugs
2023-01-26T11:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Solano County Hells Angels Member Pleads Guilty to Firearms Offenses
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/solano-county-hells-angels-member-pleads-guilty-to-firearms-offenses
Michael Mahoney of Fairfield pleaded guilty to possessing a firearm with an obliterated serial number and possessing an unregistered short-barreled shotgun.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-01-24T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Seattle Man Who Used Stolen Identities to Seek Nearly $2 Million in COVID-19 Benefits Pleads Guilty to Wire Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/seattle-man-who-used-stolen-identities-to-seek-nearly-2-million-in-covid-19-benefits-pleads-guilty-to-wire-fraud-and-aggravated-identity-theft
Bryan Alan Sparks, a former Seattle resident who defrauded federal COVID-19 benefit programs of more than $1 million, pleaded guilty in Seattle.
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Sacramento
COVID-19
Disaster Fraud
Wire Fraud
Identity Theft
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-01-20T14:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Owners of Mobile Phlebotomy Company Plead Guilty to $7 Million Medicare Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/owners-of-mobile-phlebotomy-company-plead-guilty-to-7-million-medicare-fraud
Gabriella Santibanez and her sister Lisa Hazard, both of Temecula, California, pleaded guilty to conspiring to commit $7 million in health care fraud.
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Sacramento
Health Care Fraud
Health Care
Healthcare Fraud
Healthcare
Fraud
Financial Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-01-23T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Distributing Fentanyl and Fentanyl-Related Substance
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mexican-national-pleads-guilty-to-distributing-fentanyl-and-fentanyl-related-substance
Oscar Arturo Salomon Perez, a native and citizen of Mexican, pleaded guilty to distributing fentanyl and p‑fluorofentanyl, an analogue of fentanyl.
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Fentanyl
Opioids
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Narcotics
Narcotics Distribution
Narcotics Trafficking
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2023-01-23T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Sentenced for Illegal Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/mexican-national-sentenced-for-illegal-possession-of-ammunition
Mario Carranza of Mexico has been sentenced to four years and three months in prison for being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Possession of Ammunition by a Prohibited Person
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-01-23T06:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Sentenced to Over Five Years in Prison for Illegal Firearm Possession
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-sentenced-to-over-five-years-in-prison-for-illegal-firearm-possession
Edward Page was sentenced to five years and three months in prison for being a felon in possession of two loaded, semi-automatic firearms.
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Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
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2023-01-17T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Man Sentenced to Three Years and 10 Months in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-sentenced-to-three-years-and-10-months-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
Duwayne Payton, a documented and active member of the East Side Crips criminal street gang, was sentenced to 3 years and 10 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearms Offenses
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Illegal Possession of a Firearm
2023-01-17T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Fresno-Area Auto Dealer Sentenced to Four and One Half Years in Prison for Bank Fraud and Aggravated Identity Theft
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/former-fresno-area-auto-dealer-sentenced-to-four-and-one-half-years-in-prison-for-bank-fraud-and-aggravated-identity-theft
Scott Radtke, of Clovis, has been sentenced to four and one half years in prison for bank fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Identity Theft
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2023-01-13T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Folsom Man Arrested After Indictment for Child Exploitation
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/folsom-man-arrested-after-indictment-for-child-exploitation
William James Fitzgerald of Folsom has been arrested after a grand jury returned an indictment against Fitzgerald charging him with the sexual exploitation of a child.
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Exploited Children
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Project Safe Childhood
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2023-01-13T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Glenn County Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/glenn-county-man-sentenced-to-three-years-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-ammunition
Erick Perez of Orland has been sentenced to 37 months in prison for being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Possession of Ammunition by a Prohibited Person
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
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2023-01-12T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Solano County Hells Angels Member Pleads Guilty to Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/solano-county-hells-angels-member-pleads-guilty-to-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
Dennis Killough, Jr., of Vacaville, pleaded guilty to unlawfully possessing two firearms after being convicted of a felony crime.
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Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2023-01-09T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Area Home Health Care and Hospice Agencies Owner Sentenced to 25 Months in Prison for Conspiring to Defraud Medicare
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/sacramento-area-home-health-care-and-hospice-agencies-owner-sentenced-to-25-months-in-prison-for-conspiring-to-defraud-medicare
Liana Karapetyan of El Dorado Hills has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for conspiracy to commit health care fraud.
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Health Care Fraud
Healthcare Fraud
Health Care
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2023-01-10T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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New Jersey Man Pleads Guilty to Fraudulent Schemes to Steal California Unemployment Insurance Benefits and to Steal Economic Injury Disaster Loans
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/new-jersey-man-pleads-guilty-to-fraudulent-schemes-to-steal-california-unemployment-insurance-benefits-and-to-steal-economic-injury-disaster-loans
Eric Michael Jaklitsch of New Jersey pleaded guilty to charges alleging wire fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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Wire Fraud
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COVID-19
Disaster Fraud
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2023-01-09T15:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Indicted for Illegally Possessing Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/fresno-man-indicted-for-illegally-possessing-ammunition
A federal grand jury returned a one-count indictment against Emmanuelle Padilla of Fresno, charging him with being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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2023-01-05T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bakersfield Man Indicted for Possession of Firearms and Methamphetamine
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/bakersfield-man-indicted-for-possession-of-firearms-and-methamphetamine
Arturo Marquez of Bakersfield was charged with possession of more than 50 grams of methamphetamine with the intent to distribute and possession of three firearms.
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2023-01-05T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Third Former Correctional Officer Charged in Cover-Up at CSP-Sacramento Arrested and Five Count Indictment Unsealed
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/third-former-correctional-officer-charged-in-cover-up-at-csp-sacramento-arrested-and-five-count-indictment-unsealed
A federal grand jury returned a five-count indictment as to Brenda Villa, charging her with conspiracy, three counts of falsification of records in a federal investigation, and perjury.
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Civil Rights
Assault
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2022-12-27T11:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Solano County Hells Angels Member Pleads Guilty to Possessing Firearm as a Felon
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/solano-county-hells-angels-member-pleads-guilty-to-possessing-firearm-as-a-felon
Jaime Alvarez pleaded guilty to unlawfully possessing a firearm after being convicted of a felony crime.
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Sacramento
Firearm Crimes
Firearm Crime
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2022-12-21T13:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Gang Member and California State Inmate Receives Over Five Years in Federal Prison for His Role in $25 Million Unemployment Insurance Fraud Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/former-gang-member-and-california-state-inmate-receives-over-five-years-in-federal-prison-for-his-role-in-25-million-unemployment-insurance-fraud-scheme
Daryol Richmond was sentenced to five years in federal prison for his role in a fraud scheme.
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2022-12-19T13:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Sentenced to Over Three Years in Prison for Federal Firearm Conviction
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fresno-man-sentenced-to-over-three-years-in-prison-for-federal-firearm-conviction
Keith Delray Breazell was sentenced to more than three years in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Firearm Crime
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2022-12-19T13:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Mexican Nationals Residing in Stockton and Sacramento Charged with Trafficking 260 Pounds of Methamphetamine
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/two-mexican-nationals-residing-in-stockton-and-sacramento-charged-with-trafficking-260-pounds-of-methamphetamine
Two defendants have been charged with drug trafficking offenses.
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2022-12-16T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Kings County Man Indicted for Submitting Over $8,000,000 in Fraudulent Sleep Study Claims One Year After His Brother was Indicted for Similar Misconduct
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/kings-county-man-indicted-for-submitting-over-8000000-in-fraudulent-sleep-study-claims-one-year-after-his-brother-was-indicted-for-similar-misconduct
Jeremy Gober was charged with health care fraud and aggravated identity theft.
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Health Care Fraud
Identity Theft
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2022-12-16T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Central Valley Optometrist Pleads Guilty to Over $500,000 in Health Care Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/central-valley-optometrist-pleads-guilty-to-over-500000-in-health-care-fraud
Carole Sachs, an optometrist in Modesto and Turlock, pleaded guilty to committing over $550,000 in health care fraud.
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Health Care Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2022-12-16T13:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Scam Alert: Warning of Fake Calls from Scammers Posing as United States Attorney’s Office
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/scam-alert-warning-of-fake-calls-from-scammers-posing-as-united-states-attorneys-office
The United States Attorney’s Office is advising the public to be aware of a telephone scam in which individuals are posing as government officials.
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Sacramento
Scamming
Scams
Scam
Consumer Protection
2022-12-09T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Man Sentenced to More Than Three Years in Prison for COVID-19 Relief Fraud, Embezzlement, and Unemployment Benefit Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/sacramento-man-sentenced-to-more-than-three-years-in-prison-for-covid-19-relief-fraud-embezzlement-and-unemployment-benefit-fraud
Aaron Ashcraft was sentenced to three years in prison after pleading guilty to carrying out a scheme to defraud the Paycheck Protection Program of over $1.2 million in COVID-19 relief loans.
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Sacramento
Disaster Fraud
COVID-19
Financial Fraud
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Featured Press Release
2022-12-12T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Butte County Man Sentenced for Theft of FEMA Benefits in Connection with Paradise Camp Fire
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/former-butte-county-man-sentenced-for-theft-of-fema-benefits-in-connection-with-paradise-camp-fire
Andrew Keffer was sentenced to one month in prison for theft of FEMA benefits.
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Sacramento
Theft
Disaster Fraud
Fraud
Financial Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2022-12-12T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Man Pleads Guilty to Sex Trafficking of Minors at the Bakersfield Desert Star Motel
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/man-pleads-guilty-to-sex-trafficking-of-minors-at-the-bakersfield-desert-star-motel
Darnell Bernard Edwards pleaded guilty today to two counts of sex trafficking of a minor.
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Sex Trafficking of a Minor
Sex Trafficking a Minor
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2022-12-12T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Bay Area Man Pleads Guilty to Central Valley-Based Marijuana Trafficking Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/bay-area-man-pleads-guilty-to-central-valley-based-marijuana-trafficking-conspiracy-1
Tan Minh Vo pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute and possess with intent to distribute marijuana.
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Marijuana
Drug Trafficking
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2022-12-12T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Roseville Man Pleads Guilty to International Drug Trafficking Conspiracy in the United States and Canada
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/roseville-man-pleads-guilty-to-international-drug-trafficking-conspiracy-in-the-united-states-and-canada
Amandeep Multani pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute cocaine, heroin, opium, and ketamine.
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Sacramento
Drug Conspiracy
Conspiracy
Drug Trafficking
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Narcotics
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2022-12-13T06:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Former Gymnastics Coach Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Knowing Possession of Material Involving the Sexual Exploitation of Minors
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/former-gymnastics-coach-sentenced-to-10-years-in-prison-for-knowing-possession-of-material-involving-the-sexual-exploitation-of-minors
Former gymnastics coach Keith Willette, of Cameron Park, California, was sentenced to 10 years in prison for knowing possession of material involving the sexual exploitation of minors.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
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2022-12-13T05:30:00Z
PressRelease
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FBI Seeking Victims in Jacob Jacobsen Investigation
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fbi-seeking-victims-in-jacob-jacobsen-investigation
The FBI is seeking assistance from the public to identify possible victims who were asked to produce or view sexually graphic videos or photographs.
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Sacramento
Seeking Victims
Crimes Against Children
Child Sex Crimes
Child Pornography
Violent Crime
2022-12-13T16:12:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for His Role in Large-Scale Sacramento Cocaine and Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/vallejo-man-sentenced-to-five-years-in-prison-for-his-role-in-large-scale-sacramento-cocaine-and-heroin-trafficking-conspiracy
Michael Hampton of Vallejo was sentenced to five years in prison for conspiracy to distribute and possess with intent to distribute at least 500 grams of cocaine.
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Sacramento
Cocaine
Heroin
Drug Distribution
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2022-12-09T14:17:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Fresno Residents Indicted for Illegal Firearm Possession
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/two-fresno-residents-indicted-for-illegal-firearm-possession
A federal grand jury returned two indictments charging two Fresno men with illegal possession of firearms.
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Sacramento
Firearm Crime
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Drug Distribution
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2022-12-09T14:15:00Z
PressRelease
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Korean National Sentenced to Almost Two Years in Prison for 'Bust Out' Bank Fraud Scheme in Sacramento Area and Elsewhere
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/korean-national-sentenced-to-almost-two-years-in-prison-for-bust-out-bank-fraud-scheme-in-sacramento-area-and-elsewhere
Jong Eun Lee, a Korean national residing in Southern California, has been sentenced to 22 months in prison for a bank fraud conspiracy.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Conspiracy
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2022-12-01T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Woman Pleads Guilty to More Than $300,000 in Pandemic Relief Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fresno-woman-pleads-guilty-to-over-300000-in-pandemic-relief-fraud
Cecilia Aquino of Fresno pleaded guilty to submitting fraudulent unemployment insurance claims in at least seven states.
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Sacramento
Disaster Fraud
Financial Fraud
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COVID-19
Unemployment Fraud
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2022-12-02T07:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Sacramento Repeat Sex Offender Pleads Guilty to Possessing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/sacramento-repeat-sex-offender-pleads-guilty-to-possessing-child-pornography
Joshua Klomp of Sacramento pleaded guilty to the possession of child pornography following a prior sex offense conviction.
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2022-11-29T10:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Ten Associated with Nuestra Familia Plead Guilty to Drug Trafficking Offenses in Kings and Tulare Counties
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/ten-associated-with-nuestra-familia-plead-guilty-to-drug-trafficking-offenses-in-kings-and-tulare-counties
Ten defendants arrested as part of Operation Red Reaper have pleaded guilty to drug trafficking offenses, U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced.
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2022-11-29T10:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fresno-man-sentenced-to-more-than-five-years-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
Marquis Hawkins of Fresno has been sentenced to five years and 10 months in prison for being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Felon in Possession of a Firearm
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2022-11-29T14:31:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Man Charged in Over $4 Million Ponzi and COVID-19 Benefits Fraud Schemes
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fresno-man-charged-in-4-million-ponzi-and-covid-19-benefits-fraud-schemes
Royce Newcomb, charged in connection with schemes estimated to have defrauded investors and the government out of more than $4.2 million, was arrested in Fresno, California.
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Sacramento
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Coronavirus
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2022-11-28T16:50:00Z
PressRelease
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Fresno Bank Employee Arrested for Stealing Over $70,000 From Customers’ Accounts
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fresno-bank-employee-arrested-for-stealing-over-70000-from-customers-accounts
Lladira Hernandez was arrested on charges that she stole over $70,000 from multiple customers’ accounts at a Fresno-based bank where she was previously employed.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
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2022-11-18T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Twelve Defendants Charged in Five Indictments with Trafficking Fentanyl and Methamphetamine in the Central Valley
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/twelve-defendants-charged-in-five-indictments-with-trafficking-fentanyl-and-methamphetamine-in-the-central-valley
Twelve defendants were indicted for drug trafficking and firearms offenses due to the efforts of federal and local law enforcement agencies working together.
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Sacramento
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Fentanyl
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2022-11-21T16:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Wasco Couple Arrested for Six-Year Credit Card Fraud Scheme That Caused $825,000 in Losses
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/wasco-couple-arrested-for-six-year-credit-card-fraud-scheme-that-caused-825000-in-losses
Miguel Leyva and Karina Gutierrez were arrested after a federal grand jury indicted them in connection with a long-running credit card fraud scheme.
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Sacramento
Credit Card Fraud
Financial Fraud
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White-Collar Crime
2022-11-17T21:45:00Z
PressRelease
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One Defendant Sentenced, Two More Plead Guilty in Large-Scale Sacramento-Area Cocaine and Heroin Trafficking Conspiracies
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/one-defendant-sentenced-two-more-plead-guilty-in-large-scale-sacramento-area-cocaine-and-heroin-trafficking-conspiracies
One defendant was sentenced and two others pleaded guilty for their participation in a drug distribution conspiracy.
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Sacramento
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2022-11-17T21:40:00Z
PressRelease
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Yuba County Men Indicted on Drug Trafficking Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/yuba-county-men-indicted-on-drug-trafficking-charges
Darrell Anderson and Ricky Phienemanh, both of Olivehurst, have been charged with conspiracy to distribute heroin and methamphetamine and other related offenses.
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Drugs
2022-11-17T21:36:00Z
PressRelease
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Tattoo Shop Owner Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Prison for Distributing Heroin and Methamphetamine on the Dark Web
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/tattoo-shop-owner-sentenced-to-more-than-seven-years-in-prison-for-distributing-heroin-and-methamphetamine-on-the-dark-web
Jason Keith Arnold of Chandler, Arizona, has been sentenced to seven years in prison for conspiring to distribute heroin and methamphetamine on the dark web.
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2022-11-15T07:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Construction Company Owner Pleads Guilty to Bid Rigging and Bribery
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/construction-company-owner-pleads-guilty-to-bid-rigging-and-bribery
Bill R. Miller, a construction company owner, became the third person to plead guilty for his role in a bid-rigging and bribery scheme.
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Antitrust
White-Collar Crime
2022-11-14T07:00:00Z
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Eastern District of California Completes Prosecution of 20 Defendants in DMV Corruption Cases
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/eastern-district-of-california-completes-prosecution-of-20-defendants-in-dmv-corruption-cases
U.S. Attorney Phillip A. Talbert announced the completion of prosecutions of 20 defendants in a series of DMV corruption cases.
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Sacramento
Corruption
Bribery
Public Corruption
2022-11-14T23:27:00Z
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Korean National Sentenced to Seven Years and Nine Months in Prison for 'Bust Out' Bank Fraud Scheme in Sacramento Area and Elsewhere
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/korean-national-sentenced-to-seven-years-and-nine-months-in-prison-for-bust-out-bank-fraud-scheme-in-sacramento-area-and-elsewhere
Kyung Min Kong, a citizen of South Korea, received seven years and nine months in prison for bank fraud, money laundering, and aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Bank Fraud
Financial Fraud
White-Collar Crimes
Money Laundering
Identity Theft
International
White-Collar Crime
2022-11-10T23:30:00Z
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Former Fresno Businessman Sentenced to Nearly Four Years in Prison for a Classic Car Restoration Scheme
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/former-fresno-businessman-sentenced-to-nearly-four-years-in-prison-for-a-classic-car-restoration-scheme
Jeffrey Scott Hedges of Huntington Beach has been sentenced to three years and 10 months in prison for committing wire fraud and money laundering.
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Sacramento
Wire Fraud
Money Laundering
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crimes
White-Collar Crime
2022-11-10T23:30:00Z
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Former Tracy Resident Pleads Guilty to Conspiracy to Defraud Financial Institutions
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/former-tracy-resident-pleads-guilty-to-conspiracy-to-defraud-financial-institutions
Johnathan Ward, formerly of Tracy, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit wire fraud.
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Sacramento
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Conspiracy
Wire Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2022-11-08T08:00:00Z
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San Jose Man Pleads Guilty to Conspiring to Traffic Methamphetamine in Solano County
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/san-jose-man-pleads-guilty-to-conspiring-to-traffic-methamphetamine-in-solano-county
Esteban Gerardo Ramirez of San Jose pleaded guilty to conspiring to possess and distribute methamphetamine.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Conspiracy
Drug Conspiracy
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Narcotics
Narcotics Distribution
Narcotics Trafficking
Controlled Substances
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2022-11-08T07:30:00Z
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San Joaquin County Man Sentenced to 14 Months in Prison for Committing Bankruptcy Fraud
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/san-joaquin-county-man-sentenced-to-14-months-in-prison-for-committing-bankruptcy-fraud
Kulvir Singh Cheema of Ripon has been sentenced to 14 months in prison for filing a false bankruptcy declaration.
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Sacramento
Bankruptcy Fraud
Bankruptcy
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2022-11-07T11:30:00Z
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Fresno Man Pleads Guilty to Unlawfully Possessing Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fresno-man-pleads-guilty-to-unlawfully-possessing-firearm
Mike Marty Hernandez of Fresno pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Firearms Offenses
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-11-07T10:00:00Z
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Twelve Defendants Charged with Federal Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses in a Multi-Agency Operation
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/twelve-defendants-charged-with-federal-drug-trafficking-and-firearms-offenses-in-a-multi-agency-operation
Following an 18-month investigation targeting local criminal street gangs in Bakersfield, 12 defendants have been charged federally.
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Sacramento
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Narcotics
Narcotics Distribution
Narcotics Trafficking
Controlled Substances
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Gang
Gangs
Violent Crime
Fentanyl
Opioids
Organized Crime
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
2022-11-04T08:30:00Z
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Former DMV Employee Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Participating in Corrupt Bribery Conspiracy Involving Commercial Driver Licenses
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/former-dmv-employee-sentenced-to-five-years-in-prison-for-participating-in-corrupt-bribery-conspiracy-involving-commercial-driver-licenses
Shawana Denise Harris of Phelan has been sentenced to five years in prison for participating in a conspiracy to commit bribery, cyber crime, and identity theft.
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Sacramento
Bribery
Unauthorized Access
Computer Crime
Computer Crimes
Identity Theft
Cyber Crimes
Cyber Crime
2022-11-03T09:00:00Z
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Justice Department Announces Takedown of Nationwide Catalytic Converter Theft Ring
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/justice-department-announces-takedown-of-nationwide-catalytic-converter-theft-ring
Authorities executed a nationwide takedown of leaders of a national network of thieves for their roles in conspiracies involving stolen catalytic converters.
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Sacramento
Theft
Conspiracy
Financial Fraud
Fraud
Las Vegas
Richmond
Charlotte
Newark
Dallas
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Major Thefts
2022-11-02T08:00:00Z
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Justice Department Announces Takedown of Nationwide Catalytic Converter Theft Ring
https://www.fbi.gov/news/press-releases/justice-department-announces-takedown-of-nationwide-catalytic-converter-theft-ring
Federal, state, and local law enforcement partners executed a nationwide, coordinated takedown of leaders and associates of a national network of thieves, dealers, and processors for their roles in conspiracies involving stolen catalytic converters sold to a metal refinery for tens of millions of dollars.
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Featured Press Release
Sacramento
Las Vegas
Richmond
Charlotte
Newark
Dallas
2022-11-02T15:42:00Z
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Fresno Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fresno-man-pleads-guilty-to-illegal-possession-of-a-firearm
Darien Williams of Fresno pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-28T10:30:00Z
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U.S. Attorney Names District Election Officer to Oversee the Handling of Complaints of Election Fraud and Voting Rights Abuses in the November 2022 General Election
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/us-attorney-names-district-election-officer-to-oversee-the-handling-of-complaints-of-election-fraud-and-voting-rights-abuses-in-the-november-2022-general-election
Assistant U.S. Attorney Kevin Khasigian will serve as the District Election Officer in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program.
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Sacramento
Voting Rights
Election Crimes
Election
Election Crimes and Security
Election Security
Civil Rights
Public/Community Outreach
Community Outreach
2022-10-27T17:09:00Z
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Merced County Doctor Indicted for Multi-Million-Dollar Disability Insurance Fraud Scheme, Money Laundering, and Unrelated Drug Charges
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/merced-county-doctor-indicted-for-multimillion-dollar-disability-insurance-fraud-scheme-money-laundering-and-unrelated-drug-charges
Sohail Mamdani of Los Banos has been charged with mail fraud and money laundering in connection to a disability insurance fraud scheme.
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Sacramento
Money Laundering
Insurance Fraud
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Prescription Drugs
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crime
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2022-10-27T17:06:00Z
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Sacramento Sex Offender Indicted for Possessing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/sacramento-sex-offender-indicted-for-possessing-child-pornography
Jason Michael Carlsen of Sacramento has been charged with the possession of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-27T17:05:00Z
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Fairfield Man Indicted for Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/fairfield-man-indicted-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-a-firearm
Michael David Punzal, Jr., of Fairfield, has been charged with being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crimes
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-27T17:04:00Z
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Bakersfield Drug Trafficker Pleads Guilty to Conspiring to Distribute Hundreds of Pounds of Methamphetamine and Fentanyl
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/bakersfield-drug-trafficker-pleads-guilty-to-conspiring-to-distribute-hundreds-of-pounds-of-methamphetamine-and-fentanyl
Omar Alberto Navarro of Arvin pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute and to possess with intent to distribute methamphetamine and fentanyl.
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Sacramento
Methamphetamine
Fentanyl
Drug Distribution
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Opioids
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2022-10-25T15:23:00Z
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Vallejo Man Sentenced to Nine Years in Prison for Possessing Crack Cocaine for Distribution
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/vallejo-man-sentenced-to-nine-years-in-prison-for-possessing-crack-cocaine-for-distribution
Lewis Clarence McCutcheo of Vallejo has been sentenced to nine years in prison for possessing crack cocaine for distribution.
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Sacramento
Drug Trafficking
Drug Distribution
Narcotics
Narcotics Distribution
Narcotics Trafficking
Controlled Substances
Crack Cocaine
Crack
Cocaine
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2022-10-24T08:30:00Z
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Sacramento Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing a Firearm as a Felon
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/sacramento-man-pleads-guilty-to-possessing-a-firearm-as-a-felon
Derick Louangamath of Sacramento pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of a firearm.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-24T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Final Defendant Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Defrauding the Social Security Administration
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/final-defendant-sentenced-to-six-years-in-prison-for-defrauding-the-social-security-administration
Darron Dimitri Ross of Charlotte has been sentenced to six years in prison for conspiracy to defraud the United States, wire fraud, and aggravated identity theft.
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Sacramento
Conspiracy
Wire Fraud
Identity Theft
Financial Fraud
Fraud
White-Collar Crime
2022-10-24T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Man Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Prison for Flying to the Philippines with the Intention of Engaging in Sexual Conduct with a Child
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/vallejo-man-sentenced-to-more-than-five-years-in-prison-for-flying-to-the-philippines-with-the-intention-of-engaging-in-sexual-conduct-with-a-child
Balbino Sablad, 81, of Vallejo, was sentenced to five years and 10 months in prison for traveling with the intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Child Sex Crimes
Project Safe Childhood
Child Predator
2022-10-20T10:00:00Z
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Sacramento Man Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/sacramento-man-sentenced-to-three-years-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-ammunition
Lawrence Guerain Fleming of Sacramento has been sentenced to three years and one month in prison for two counts of being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Possession of Ammunition by a Prohibited Person
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-18T08:00:00Z
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Former California Correctional Officer Sentenced to More Than 12 Years in Prison for Civil Rights Violations Regarding Assaults on Inmates and Cover-Up Inside CSP-Sacramento
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/former-california-correctional-officer-sentenced-to-more-than-12-years-in-prison-for-civil-rights-violations-regarding-assaults-on-inmates-and-cover-up-inside-csp-sacramento
Arturo Pacheco of Elk Grove has been sentenced to 12 years and seven months in prison for criminal civil rights violations.
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Sacramento
Civil Rights
Violent Crime
2022-10-17T09:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Two Fresno Men Plead Guilty to Illegal Possession of a Firearm and Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/two-fresno-men-plead-guilty-to-illegal-possession-of-a-firearm-and-ammunition
Edward Page and Trayvon Smith, both of Fresno, pleaded guilty to being felons in possession of a firearm and ammunition.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Possession of Ammunition by a Prohibited Person
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-17T08:30:00Z
PressRelease
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Vallejo Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Sexual Exploitation of Children
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/vallejo-man-sentenced-to-30-years-in-prison-for-sexual-exploitation-of-children
Tariq Arrhamann Majid of Vallejo has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for two counts of sexual exploitation of children.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Child Sex Crimes
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
Child Pornography
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-17T07:30:00Z
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Repeat Sacramento Sex Offender Indicted for Possessing Child Pornography
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/repeat-sacramento-sex-offender-indicted-for-possessing-child-pornography
Joshua Klomp of Sacramento has been arrested after a federal grand jury returned a one-count indictment charging him with possession of child pornography.
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Sacramento
Exploited Children
Child Sexual Exploitation
Child Sex Crimes
Child Pornography
Child Predator
Project Safe Childhood
Crimes Against Children
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-17T06:30:00Z
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Kern County Man Sentenced to More Than Seven Years in Prison for Being a Felon in Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/kern-county-man-sentenced-to-over-seven-years-in-prison-for-being-a-felon-in-possession-of-ammunition
Francisco Javier Melgoza of Delano has been sentenced to seven years and eight months in prison for being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Firearms Offenses
Project Safe Neighborhoods
Possession of Ammunition by a Prohibited Person
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-14T08:30:00Z
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Bakersfield Relatives Plead Guilty to Fraud Schemes
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/bakersfield-relatives-plead-guilty-to-fraud-schemes
Charles Abieanga, Viviana Cervantes, and Simon Abieanga, all of Bakersfield, pleaded guilty to separate fraud charges.
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Sacramento
Fraud Scheme
Financial Fraud
Financial Crimes
White-Collar Crimes
Wire Fraud
Identity Theft
White-Collar Crime
2022-10-11T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Washington Woman Pleads Guilty to Conspiring to Destroy or Remove Property to Prevent Seizure
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/washington-woman-pleads-guilty-to-conspiring-to-destroy-or-remove-property-to-prevent-seizure
Brigit Marie Bissell of Bothell, Washington, pleaded guilty to conspiring to destroy or remove property to prevent seizure.
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Sacramento
Conspiracy
Major Thefts/Violent Crime
Violent Crime
2022-10-11T16:00:00Z
PressRelease
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Mexican National Pleads Guilty to Illegal Possession of Ammunition
https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/sacramento/news/press-releases/mexican-national-pleads-guilty-to-illegal-possession-of-ammunition
Mario Carranza of Mexico pleaded guilty to being a felon in possession of ammunition.
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Sacramento
Ammunition
Felon in Possession of a Firearm
Firearm Crimes
Drug Trafficking
Drug Crimes
Drug Distribution
Firearms Offenses
Organized Crime/Drugs
Drugs
2022-10-11T16:00:00Z
PressRelease