Pesticide Smuggling Ringleader Sentenced to 8 Months in Prison

For Further Information, Contact:Assistant U. S. Attorney Melanie K. Pierson (619) 546-7976 SAN DIEGO – Sofia Mancera Morales, the ringleader of a pesticide smuggling organization, was sentenced to eight months in custody…

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Federal Jury Convicts Man of Robbery and Firearms Violations

Denver – A federal jury convicted David Houston Vargas, age 30, for his role in robbing two stores using a firearm, and for being a felon in possession of a firearm. According…

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“Lavish” Bissonnet sex trafficker facing life in prison

HOUSTON – A 46-year-old Houston man has been taken into custody on charges of sex trafficking, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery. Larry Odell Lewis expected to make his initial appearance before…

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South Carolina Woman Sentenced for Role in International Money Laundering, Methamphetamine Distribution Conspiracy

ABINGDON, Va. – A Greenville, South Carolina woman, who was involved in a longtime romantic relationship with the leader of an extensive methamphetamine distribution conspiracy, was sentenced this week to 36 months…

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Massive Oil Refinery On Track To Shut Down Amid Fuel Supply Shortages, Record Prices

Massive Oil Refinery On Track To Shut Down Amid Fuel Supply Shortages, Record Prices Thomas Catenacci on June 7, 2022 UPDATE: This article has been updated to include comment from LyondellBasell Industries…

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Texas Men Arrested for Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers During Jan. 6 Capitol Breach

WASHINGTON — Two Texas men were arrested today for assaulting law enforcement officers during the breach of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. Their actions…

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12th Defendant Sentenced in Dog-Fighting, Drug Distribution Ring

MACON, Ga. – The 12th defendant prosecuted as part of an extensive investigation into a dog-fighting and cocaine distribution network spanning three states was sentenced for his crimes in federal court today. Shelley Johnson…

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VEX Robotics World Championship Announces Elementary, Middle School, and High School Champions

The largest robotics community in the world united to celebrate STEM excellence. Teams showcased game strategy, design, and teamwork skills at this global event. The 2022 world champions include the following teams:…

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U.S. Marshals Continue Search for Austin Homicide Suspect Sought in Cyclist’s Murder

Austin, TX – The U.S. Marshals Lone Star Fugitive Task Force assisting with the fugitive investigation of an Austin woman wanted for homicide has learned that the suspect was dropped off at…

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Jury returns verdict in Cle Nightclub violent armed robbery

HOUSTON – A 26-year-old security guard working at a downtown Houston nightclub has been convicted of its 2019 violent armed robbery, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery. The jury deliberated for 10…

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Women admit to smuggling over $2M in fentanyl and other narcotics

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – Two Houston women have admitted to conspiring to possess with intent to distribute fentanyl, heroin and cocaine, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery. Today, Clarissa Hernandez, 23, admitted…

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Another indicted in nationwide fraudulent car buyer paper tag scheme

HOUSTON – More charges have been filed in the fraudulent paper license plate scheme involving fake car dealerships who issued more than 700,000 illegitimate paper tags, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer Lowery. Law…

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Young Texan ordered to federal prison for smuggling cocaine on passenger bus

CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas – A 21-year-old Hidalgo County man has been sent to federal prison for possessing with the intent to distribute 4.5 kilograms of cocaine, announced U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery.…

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Over 30 Shore Police Departments Join Together to Support Boy With Cancer, Honorary Office 500 Times Over

ABSECON, NJ (PRESS RELEASE) – On Friday May 27th, the Absecon Police Department and over 30 other Law Enforcement agencies from Atlantic and Cape May counties welcomed Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel at the…

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8 Examples Of People Being Incredible In The Face Of The Texas Massacre

8 Examples Of People Being Incredible In The Face Of The Texas Massacre Laurel Duggan on May 28, 2022 Uvalde, Texas, community members took enormous personal risks to enter the school during…

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Is A Fight Brewing Between Texas Senators Over Stricter Gun Laws?

Is A Fight Brewing Between Texas Senators Over Stricter Gun Laws? Sebastian Hughes on May 27, 2022 Republican Texas Sens. Ted Cruz and John Cornyn are divided on whether new gun restrictions…

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The Justice Department amended its complaint in a laboratory testing fraud case to add six physicians in Texas. The case alleges False Claims Act violations based on patient referrals in violation of…

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Pesticide Smuggling Ringleader Sentenced to 8 Months in Prison

Federal Jury Convicts Man of Robbery and Firearms Violations

“Lavish” Bissonnet sex trafficker facing life in prison

South Carolina Woman Sentenced for Role in International Money Laundering, Methamphetamine Distribution Conspiracy

Massive Oil Refinery On Track To Shut Down Amid Fuel Supply Shortages, Record Prices

Texas Men Arrested for Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers During Jan. 6 Capitol Breach

12th Defendant Sentenced in Dog-Fighting, Drug Distribution Ring

VEX Robotics World Championship Announces Elementary, Middle School, and High School Champions

U.S. Marshals Continue Search for Austin Homicide Suspect Sought in Cyclist’s Murder

Jury returns verdict in Cle Nightclub violent armed robbery

Women admit to smuggling over $2M in fentanyl and other narcotics

Another indicted in nationwide fraudulent car buyer paper tag scheme

Young Texan ordered to federal prison for smuggling cocaine on passenger bus

Over 30 Shore Police Departments Join Together to Support Boy With Cancer, Honorary Office 500 Times Over

8 Examples Of People Being Incredible In The Face Of The Texas Massacre

Is A Fight Brewing Between Texas Senators Over Stricter Gun Laws?

U.S. Marshals Continue Search for Austin Homicide Suspect Sought in Cyclist’s Murder

‘F*** Your Prayers’: Here’s How Lawmakers Reacted To The Texas School Shooting

Texas Man Pleads Guilty to Felony Charge for Actions During Jan. 6 Capitol Breach

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