Hudson County launches Blue Envelope program to aid law enforcement interactions with individuals with autism
JERSEY CITY — The Hudson County Prosecutor’s Office has rolled out a countywide Blue Envelope program aimed at improving communication between law enforcement and individuals with autism or other communication disorders during…
Federal, State, and Local Law Enforcement Join Forces to Disrupt Violent Crime, Firearms, and Drug Trafficking in Multiple Jurisdictions Across the Country
“Today, the Justice Department has taken several significant enforcement actions to disrupt large-scale illegal gun and drug trafficking operations,” said Attorney General Merrick B. Garland. “I am grateful to all of the…
Oroho: Federal Judge Confirms Murphy’s New Concealed Carry Law Is Likely Unconstitutional, Issues Temporary Order Preventing Enforcement
After a federal judge issued a temporary restraining order to prevent Gov. Murphy's unconstitutional new restrictions on concealed carry permit holders from being enforced, Sen. Steven Oroho said it's a victory for…
Bucco Says “I Told You So” After Federal Judge Blocks Enforcement of New Concealed Carry Restrictions Imposed by Democrats
Sen. Anthony M. Bucco responded after a federal judge blocked enforcement of new concealed carry restrictions that were advanced by New Jersey Democrats and signed into law by Gov. Phil Murphy last…
Federal Law Enforcement Partners Commemorate National Human Trafficking Awareness Day–January 11, 2023
PORTLAND, Ore.—Today, federal law enforcement partners from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Oregon, FBI Portland Field Office, and Homeland Security Investigations Seattle Field Office join to commemorate National Human…
Dem Reps Claim Oversight Of FBI Is ‘Attacking Law Enforcement’
Dem Reps Claim Oversight Of FBI Is ‘Attacking Law Enforcement’ Harold Hutchison on January 10, 2023 Democratic Reps. Jim McGovern of Massachusetts and Adam Schiff of California claimed Tuesday that a special…
Mercer County Man Sentenced to 27 Months in Prison for Interfering with Law Enforcement Officers During Civil Disorder
NEWARK, N.J. – A Mercer County, New Jersey, man was sentenced today to 27 months in prison for attempting to interfere with law enforcement officers during a civil disorder when he attempted…
‘Slap In The Face’: Border Enforcement Will Go Back To ‘Normal’ Now That Biden’s Visit Is Over, Officials Say
‘Slap In The Face’: Border Enforcement Will Go Back To ‘Normal’ Now That Biden’s Visit Is Over, Officials Say Jennie Taer on January 9, 2023 EL PASO, Texas — Border enforcement will…
New prosecutor to lead civil rights enforcement in West Virginia
WHEELING, WEST VIRGINIA — Civil rights enforcement will be the focus of the newest prosecutor in the United States Attorney’s Office. U.S. Attorney William Ihlenfeld announced today that Carly Nogay has been…
Massachusetts Man Found Guilty at Trial for Assaulting Law Enforcement During January 6 Capitol Breach
Defendant Used Police Shield to Ram Into Officers WASHINGTON — A Massachusetts man was found guilty today of felony and misdemeanor charges for assaulting law enforcement during the January 6, 2021, Capitol…
Justice Department Announces New Language Access Law Enforcement Initiative
WASHINGTON – The Justice Department announced the launch of the Law Enforcement Language Access Initiative, a nationwide effort to assist law enforcement agencies in meeting their obligations to provide meaningful language assistance…
Two Tennessee Men Arrested For Planning Attacks On Law Enforcement Personnel And The FBI’s Knoxville Field Office
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A criminal complaint was unsealed today charging Edward Kelley, 33, of Maryville, TN, and Austin Carter, 26, of Knoxville, TN, with conspiracy, retaliating against a federal official, interstate communication…
A Years-Long Law Enforcement Crisis Is Hindering Homicide-Plagued Portland, Experts Say
A Years-Long Law Enforcement Crisis Is Hindering Homicide-Plagued Portland, Experts Say Trevor Schakohl on December 15, 2022 Portland is feeling the effects of a years-long law enforcement crisis involving “defund the police”…
Law enforcement, public servants honored by U.S. Attorney
CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA – Twenty law enforcement officers and public servants from across the Northern District of West Virginia were recognized today for their outstanding work by United States Attorney William Ihlenfeld.…
Massachusetts Man Sentenced For Assaulting Law Enforcement Officers in Jan. 6 Capitol Breach
Defendant Swung Open Hand at Police Officer WASHINGTON – Troy Sargent, 38, of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, was sentenced today in the District of Columbia to 14 months…
Man who shot Philadelphia Parking Authority Officer linked to separate New York City shooting
PHILADELPHIA, PA – A man who walked up to a Philadelphia Parking Authority officer and shot him from behind multiple times, execution-style in Philadelphia is also wanted for a shooting in the…
NYPD makes arrest after man assaults traffic enforcement officer
NEW YORK, NY – Detectives with the New York City Police Department credited the hard work of its officers and the community to bring a man who assaulted an NYPD traffic enforcement…
Felon Who Threatened Law Enforcement Sentenced for Illegal Firearm
NORFOLK, Va. – A Virginia Beach man was sentenced today to 4 years in prison for possessing a firearm as a felon. According to court documents, in March 2021, Thomas Liddle, 28,…
As Fentanyl Crisis Continues to Take Lives, Federal Law Enforcement Responds with Multi-Faceted Approach Targeting Street-Level Dealers, Darknet Vendors and Cartel-Supplied Wholesale Traffickers
LOS ANGELES – Federal authorities today held a news conference to inform the public of their ongoing efforts to stem the widespread damage caused by fentanyl, the extremely dangerous synthetic opioid…
Jefferson County Law Enforcement Actions to Combat Gun Crime Lead to Charges Against Seven Men
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Seven defendants charged in separate and unrelated gun and drug cases appeared in federal court, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Special…
U.S. Attorney’s Office Joins Community and Law Enforcement Partners in Launching San Diego’s First United Against Hate Week
Assistant U. S. Attorneys Cindy Cipriani (619-546-9608) and Alicia Williams (619-546-8917) and Law Enforcement/Outreach Coordinator Shastity Urias (619-546-9399) NEWS RELEASE SUMMARY – November 14, 2022 SAN DIEGO – Beginning today, U.S. Attorney…