In the aftermath of the Texas synagogue hostage crisis this weekend, the Federal Bureau of Investigation downplayed the role of the hostage taker’s fundamental Islamist plot to attack and possibly …
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ICE HSI Dallas collaboration with federal, state and city law enforcement agencies lead to dismantlement of large-scale retail theft ring
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressDALLAS – Twenty-nine members of a large-scale theft ring operating from northeastern Oklahoma were charged by federal and state prosecutors for their roles in an organization whose operations crossed state …
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Indiana man sentenced in NM to 18 years in prison for sex trafficking conspiracy, following ICE HSI investigation
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – An Indiana man was sentenced Monday in federal court to conspiracy to commit sex trafficking by means of force, threats, fraud and coercion and aiding and abetting. …
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SALTON CITY, Calif. – El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested two United States citizens attempting to smuggle 61 packages of methamphetamine through an immigration checkpoint Wednesday morning.At approximately 6:20 a.m., …
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OCOTILLO, Calif. – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the El Centro Sector arrested a gang member near the Jacumba Wilderness region Thursday night.At approximately 8:45 p.m., agents assigned to …
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PHILADELPHIA – Sometimes things are just too easy. On Saturday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers were conducting routine international parcel inspections for dangerous, illegal, or prohibited products when they …
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Philadelphia CBP Knocks Out Shipment of Dangerous Ketamine Concealed inside Boxing Mats destined to N.C.
PHILADELPHIA – Philadelphia Customs and Border Protection officers were no lightweights when they beat the North Carolina consignee to the punch and delivered a knockout blow to nearly seven pounds …
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YUMA, Ariz. – El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested five United States citizens, a Mexican citizen in possession of a Border Crossing Card, 14 undocumented individuals, and seized a …
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Decade-long ICE HSI investigation leads to prison sentence for Sinaloa Cartel associate
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressSAN DIEGO – After a nearly decade-long U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) investigation, a drug trafficker and money launderer received a sentence of more than …
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ICE HSI El Paso shows support for victims of human trafficking, educate community during awareness campaign
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressEL PASO, Texas – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents across the country will come together Jan. 11, to show solidarity for victims of …
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ICE HSI, partner, child sexual abuse investigation leads to life sentence for North Dakota man
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressBISMARCK, N.D. – A southwestern North Dakota man was sentenced in federal court Monday to life in prison for transporting a minor for the purposes of sexual exploitation. The case …
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ICE HSI San Antonio supports DHS Blue Campaign by wearing blue, increases awareness for victims of human trafficking
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressU.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents across the country will come together January 11, to show solidarity for victims of human trafficking by wearing …
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Law enforcement officers in Arizona shows support for victims of human trafficking, educate community during awareness campaign
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressPHOENIX, Ariz. – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents across the country will come together January 11, to show solidarity for victims of human …
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CALEXICO, Calif. – El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested a United States citizen wanted on two warrants while, attempting to smuggle six undocumented individuals, and in possession of methamphetamine, …
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SALTON CITY, Calif. – El Centro Sector Border Patrol agents arrested two United States citizens attempting to smuggle close to $175,693 worth of narcotics through an immigration checkpoint, Monday evening. …
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EDINBURG, Texas –Rio Grande Valley Sector Border Patrol (RGV) agents arrest five criminal migrants, including two convicted murderers, a sex offender, and known gang members. Just after midnight on …
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CINCINNATI–- Since early December, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers intensified inspections on outbound shipments moving through the Cincinnati Port of Entry. During Special Operation Red Phantom, officers focused …
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MINNEAPOLIS— At Minneapolis – Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers have identified a trend that could have deadly effects and lead to another outbreak …
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STERLING, Va. – It wasn’t a holiday gift that Santa would deliver, but U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at Washington Dulles International Airport are happy with the surprise they …
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ICE HSI Chicago unites in support of human trafficking victims, enhances public awareness
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressCHICAGO – U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents across the country will come together January 11, to show solidarity for survivors of human trafficking, …
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HIDALGO, Texas – U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers intercepted hard narcotics with an estimated street value of more than $1.5 million last week …
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Del Rio, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to the Del Rio Sector recovered a drowning victim, Jan. 7. Late Friday evening, agents from the Eagle Pass South Station …
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DEL RIO, Texas – U.S. Border Patrol agents assigned to Del Rio Sector’s Carrizo Springs Station discovered narcotics and a stolen handgun during an immigration inspection, Jan 7. Agents assigned …
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ICE HSI St. Paul shows support for northland victims of human trafficking
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressMINNEAPOLIS — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents across the country will come together Jan. 11, to show solidarity for victims of human trafficking, …
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ICE removes Uzbek man convicted of supporting foreign terrorist group
by DOJ Pressby DOJ PressWASHINGTON — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) officers removed a citizen and national of Uzbekistan on Friday who was convicted of providing material support …