ICE nabs two convicted child predators released from New York prison BUFFALO, NY – Federal immigration authorities arrested two illegal immigrants convicted of child sex … Read more
GREENBELT, MD – A 33-year-old Temple Hills man admitted in federal court to a wide-ranging scheme that combined pandemic unemployment fraud with firearms and drug-trafficking … Read more
LOS ANGELES, CA – Two convicted rapists who kidnapped and sexually assaulted multiple teenage girls at gunpoint were arrested July 22 by U.S. Immigration and … Read more
GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – On Monday night, the Township Council passed a sweeping new ordinance that could land parents in jail if their children repeatedly … Read more
Two Ocean County men found themselves behind bars on Monday, August 4, after being booked on separate charges stemming from violent incidents. Luis Alfredo Reyes … Read more
WASHINGTON, DC — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers arrested four noncitizens convicted of child sex crimes on May 12 in coordinated enforcement actions across … Read more
A 20-year-old New York City man has been charged with three federal hate crimes in connection with a series of assaults targeting Jewish individuals during … Read more
NEW YORK, NEW YORK — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced the arrest of a 21-year-old Uzbek national in Staten Island on April 28 following … Read more
LAWRENCE, Mass. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers, in coordination with the DEA and ATF, arrested a 64-year-old Ecuadoran national in Lawrence on April … Read more
Governor Signs Legislation to Combat Retail Crime in New Jersey
**Trenton, NJ** – Governor Phil Murphy has enacted bipartisan legislation spearheaded by Senator Holly Schepisi to tackle the growing issue of organized retail crime. The new law targets the escalating threat by enhancing penalties for retail theft and improving law enforcement’s capacity to manage these offenses effectively.
Senator Schepisi highlighted the financial impact of organized retail crime, noting significant costs to businesses and increased consumer prices. She emphasized the safety risks employees face from organized theft groups, stating the new legislation aims to deter criminal organizations and enhance protections for both retailers and consumers.
The legislation, identified as Bill S-3587, introduces several changes to New Jersey’s legal framework regarding organized retail crime. These include regulations concerning the online sale of stolen goods, gift card fraud, and assaults on retail workers, along with additional provisions for prosecutors to aggregate shoplifting violations to determine the severity of offenses.
A notable aspect of the bill is its focus on gift card fraud, which has ties to organized crime in China and fentanyl production. It proposes stronger requirements for packaging and consumer notifications to address these issues. The legislation emphasizes community safety, ensuring retail employees and shoppers are protected from harm and tampering threats.
HARTFORD, Conn. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents arrested a 21-year-old Guatemalan national in Hartford on Feb. 20 who is facing multiple felony sexual … Read more
DENVER, COLO. — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on Thursday deported a Salvadoran national wanted in his home country for a slate of serious … Read more
Uniontown Man Sentenced for Crimes Against Minor via Social Media
**HARRISBURG, PA** – Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a prison sentence for Derek Allen Reed, a Fayette County resident, for his criminal activities involving a minor. Reed, 35, of Uniontown, has been sentenced to five to 15 years for contacting a young girl on social media, sending her inappropriate images, and attempting to meet her for a sexual encounter.
Reed was apprehended at the arranged meeting location in June 2023. In November, he admitted guilt to several felony charges, including unlawful contact with a minor and distributing explicit material to a minor.
After serving his prison term and parole, Reed will undergo five years of probation. Additionally, he is required to register as a sex offender for 25 years under the law.
Attorney General Sunday remarked on the case, highlighting the risks of social media misuse by predators. Senior Deputy Attorney General Angela Raver led the prosecution against Reed. Reed had initially met the 15-year-old victim at an ex-girlfriend’s home and later communicated with her on platforms like Facebook and Snapchat.
WASHINGTON, D.C. — A 24-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a December shooting in Northeast D.C., as well as two additional firearm-related offenses, … Read more
TRENTON, N.J. — A husband and wife, both law enforcement officers in Mercer County, have been charged with multiple offenses related to the creation, possession, … Read more
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey’s congressional delegation was sharply divided in a recent vote on the “Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act,” a … Read more
Newburgh Resident Receives 19-Year Prison Sentence for Violent Crimes
**Newburgh, NY** – Jesus Bravo, 26, a resident of Newburgh, has been sentenced to 19 years in prison for violent offenses. On Monday, Bravo appeared in Orange County Court before Judge Craig Stephen Brown, where he was sentenced following his prior guilty plea. His charges included Attempted Murder in the Second Degree, Criminal Possession of a Weapon in the Second Degree, and two counts of Assault in the Second Degree, relating to episodes in 2023.
The investigation into these crimes was conducted by the Non-Fatal Shooting Taskforce, involving the City of Newburgh Police Department, Orange County District Attorney’s Office, and the Hudson Valley Crime Analysis Center. This task force targets gang-related violence and is backed by New York State’s GIVE initiative. The initiative seeks to address gun crimes even in cases with uncooperative victims and witnesses.
Documents revealed that on September 21, 2023, Bravo and his co-defendant, Wilmer Reyes-Bran, confronted a victim about gang affiliation in Newburgh. The confrontation escalated with Reyes-Bran stabbing the victim and Bravo attacking him physically. Further incidents included a December 11, 202
TRENTON, N.J. — Five House Democrats representing New Jersey voted against a bill last fall that would deport illegal immigrants convicted of sex crimes, drawing … Read more
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — Annapolis police were kept busy over the New Year’s holiday with a series of incidents ranging from thefts and vehicle break-ins to … Read more
RARITAN BOROUGH, N.J. – A Raritan Borough resident and school paraprofessional has been arrested on charges of possessing child sexual abuse material following an investigation … Read more
John Lott Jr., in an article for RealClearInvestigations, examined the impact of crimes committed by illegal immigrants in the United States, citing high-profile cases and … Read more
NEW YORK, NY — The “42nd Street Diablos,” an armed migrant gang allegedly responsible for a surge of violent crimes in New York City, has … Read more
PITTSBURGH, Pa. — A Shippenville man was sentenced to 21 years and 10 months in federal prison, followed by 10 years of supervised release, for … Read more
CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — A 22-year-old Cedar Rapids woman was sentenced Wednesday to five years of federal probation for lying on federal forms to illegally … Read more
BROOKLYN, N.Y. — Three individuals have been charged with hate crimes in connection with anti-Semitic vandalism targeting the homes of the Brooklyn Museum’s director and … Read more
Bensalem Police Arrest Repeat Offender for Child Crimes
**Bensalem, PA** – Bensalem Police have re-arrested Kevin Nguyen, 29, previously incarcerated for child pornography charges. Nguyen was initially arrested in 2021, served his time, and was released as a registered Tier 1 Sex Offender.
In June, authorities received a cyber tip from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. The tip mentioned that an IMVU user allegedly sent sexually explicit messages to a 13-year-old girl. Officers traced the messages back to Nguyen’s residence in Bensalem Township.
During a search at Nguyen’s home on Cricket Lane, he admitted to sending the explicit messages on IMVU, as well as engaging with underage females on Discord. Investigators discovered Nguyen was involved in graphic exchanges with a 14-year-old female on Discord, including discussions of sexual acts and sharing explicit images.
Nguyen is charged with several felonies, including Unlawful Contact with a Minor and Sexual Abuse of Children. On Monday, Nguyen turned himself in, was arraigned, and is currently held on 10% of a $500,000 bail at Bucks County Correctional Facility.
NEW YORK – An off-duty New York City employee was arrested early Wednesday morning on multiple charges, according to the New York City Police Department. … Read more
FREEHOLD, N.J. — A Monmouth County Grand Jury has indicted a former youth gymnastics coach on charges of sexual offenses involving three of his former … Read more
STAFFORD, Va. — The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office reported several incidents on Thursday, including two DUI arrests and multiple vehicle-related crimes. In the early hours … Read more
MAYS LANDING, N.J. — The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office has announced its certification as a partner in the “Safe Place” initiative, joining over 350 law … Read more
MAPLEWOOD, NJ—The Maplewood Police Department has reported multiple vehicle-related incidents over the past few days, including a motor vehicle theft and several vehicle rummages. On … Read more
BRONX, N.Y. – The Bronx District Attorney’s Office, in collaboration with the New York City Police Department, has announced a sweeping indictment against 20 individuals, … Read more
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — David Lyons faces multiple charges stemming from alleged criminal activities involving invasion of privacy and endangering the welfare of a child. … Read more
Trenton, NJ — An Ocean County man was sentenced today to 40 years in prison for committing a series of violent hate crimes against members … Read more
BRICK, NJ – Three people have been arrested in Brick Township this week for crimes against children, but what makes these incidents harder to swallow … Read more
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – Jesse Meneses, a 38-year-old resident of Dover, New Jersey, has been sentenced to 40 years in state prison following his conviction … Read more
BUFFALO, NY—Buffalo Police Department announced an arrest made on Wednesday for a string of 25 criminal incidents, including 18 felonies, spanning across various store types … Read more
BOSTON, MA—The U.S. Attorney’s Office in Massachusetts announced today the unsealing of an indictment charging former State Senator Dean Tran and his sister, Tuyet T. … Read more
TRENTON, NJ – A new bill, unlikely to be moved by Senate Democrats in New Jersey would allow police to work with ICE and the … Read more
BOSTON, MA – On Saturday, June 15, officers from District A-7 (East Boston) arrested Timothy Deconinck, 55, of Malden, on a warrant related to a … Read more
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Philadelphia witnessed a series of violent incidents across several districts, culminating in a fatal shooting and multiple injuries. In the 16th District, … Read more
SOMERVILLE, NJ — In a timely announcement coinciding with Pride Month, Somerset County officials have unveiled the new “Safe Place” program aimed at providing refuge … Read more
BALTIMORE, MD — Attorney General Anthony G. Brown has introduced a new initiative to combat hate crimes and bias incidents in Maryland through the launch … Read more
TRENTON, NJ — In the ongoing legislative session, New Jersey Assemblywoman Shavonda E. Sumter has introduced Bill A4464, which proposes the removal of mandatory minimum … Read more
CHICAGO, IL—A 17-year-old male has been charged with a total of 27 felony counts related to a series of armed robberies and vehicular hijackings across … Read more
DEAL, NJ — The Deal Police Department has announced the arrest of two individuals from Long Branch, NJ, on multiple charges related to property crimes. … Read more
STAFFORD COUNTY, VA – A 41-year-old man from Stafford is currently in custody following allegations of sexual offenses against a minor. The arrest came after … Read more
TRENTON, NJ—New Jersey is on track to pass legislation raising the minimum age for juvenile delinquency adjudications to 14 years. The bill proposes a significant … Read more
TRENTON, NJ—New legislation in New Jersey seeks to reform the treatment of juveniles charged with firearms offenses by introducing alternatives to detention. The bill proposes … Read more
Queens, NY – District Attorney Melinda Katz announced the seizure of 95 scooters in Corona, Elmhurst, and Long Island City as part of a joint … Read more