TRENTON, N.J. — A suspended IT employee with the New Jersey Department of Children and Families has been criminally charged after allegedly accepting illegal payments in exchange for confidential information…
MIDDLETOWN, NJ—Tensions are boiling over in Middletown as parents, teachers, and community members protest the Board of Education’s decision to close three local schools. Last night, the board held a…
State Department Employee Arrested for Alleged Information Conspiracy
**Washington, D.C.** – Michael Charles Schena, a 42-year-old resident of Alexandria, Virginia, has been arrested on charges linked to an alleged conspiracy involving national defense information.
Court documents reveal Schena worked for the U.S. Department of State at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., holding a top secret security clearance. Starting around April 2022, he purportedly shared unauthorized information with individuals met online, receiving payments in return. On February 27, he supposedly used a cellphone to photograph documents labeled “SECRET” from his classified computer monitor and subsequently returned home, where his cellphone was confiscated.
Facing charges of conspiracy to gather, transmit, or lose national defense information, Schena could receive a prison sentence of up to 10 years. A federal district court judge will decide the sentence, taking into account the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other factors.
The investigation was conducted by the FBI’s Washington Field Office with support from the FBI Richmond Field Office and other agencies. The case is prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Michael Ben’Ary and Gavin R. Tisdale, alongside Trial Attorney Maria Fedor from the National Security Division.
Allegany County Authorities Release Warrant and Arrest Information
**Cumberland, MD** – The Allegany County Sheriff’s Office and Maryland State Police have targeted active warrants, resulting in several apprehensions.
On Thursday, Keith Levi Taylor, 32, was arrested on a Garrett County District Court Bench Warrant for failure to appear. Charged with Assault-Second Degree, Taylor was released on a $2,500 unsecured personal bond.
Brian Matthew Rooney, 39, was also arrested on a District Court warrant for failure to appear. He faces charges of obstructing and hindering, CDS possession paraphernalia, and resisting arrest, and is currently held without bond pending a bail review.
Finally, Derrik Scott Walker of Rawlings was served a District Court Bench Warrant for failure to appear. Charged with obstructing and hindering, Walker was released on his own recognizance by the Court Commissioner.
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A man was taken into custody in Ocean County on Friday and is being held on multiple charges, including obstruction of justice and providing false information…
TRENTON, NJ — Lawmakers and officials are raising the alarm after the New Jersey Turnpike Authority awarded a $1.73 billion E-ZPass contract to TransCore, a company owned by Singapore Technologies…
EDGEWATER, Md. — Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying suspects involved in a serious assault on a juvenile that occurred on January 6, 2025, in the area…
TEWKSBURY TOWNSHIP, NJ — Authorities are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a vehicle shooting that occurred on September 20, 2024, on Guinea Hollow Road in…
CUMBERLAND, Md. — Authorities are offering a reward of up to $1,500 for information leading to the arrest of those responsible for the death of Todd Adams, whose body was…
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Detectives are asking for the public’s help following a triple homicide that occurred on Saturday, December 14, on the city’s south side. At approximately 3:52 p.m., officers…
WASHINGTON, DC – Two suspects and their vehicle remain at large after an armed robbery on Sherman Avenue in Northwest on Saturday, November 23, leaving investigators searching for leads. The…
LANHAM, MD — Prince George’s County Police are investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 27-year-old man in Lanham last Thursday. The victim, identified as Armando Cousins-Stoute,…
FELTON, Del. — A 17-year-old male was the victim of a strong-arm robbery outside a Shore Stop convenience store on South Dupont Highway Thursday afternoon, according to Delaware State Police.…
BARNEGAT, NJ — Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying six individuals suspected of damaging a window at a residence in the Crosswinds Development late Saturday night. The…
Carjacking Incident on Fitchland Avenue Seeks Public’s Help
**Toledo, OH** – The Toledo Police Department is requesting public assistance to identify two individuals connected to a carjacking incident that occurred on Friday. The incident took place in the 1300 block of Fitchland Avenue during a rideshare trip.
According to authorities, one of the suspects brandished a handgun, demanding the driver exit the vehicle. After the driver complied, the pair fled the scene with the car.
Crime Stoppers is encouraging anyone with information to reach out by calling or texting 419-255-1111. Individuals who provide tips may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000 or more.
To aid in the investigation, the public is urged to use hashtags #ToledoPolice and #CrimeStoppers in related social media posts.
BALTIMORE, Md. — Baltimore Police are seeking the public’s help to find the suspect or suspects involved in the shooting of 22-year-old Isaiah Shackleford, who was discovered in his vehicle…
NORTH PLAINFIELD, N.J. — The North Plainfield Police Department is investigating a theft that occurred in the early hours of November 3, in which an unidentified individual reportedly took an…
SALISBURY, Md. — Maryland State Police and Crime Solvers of the Eastern Shore are offering a reward of up to $2,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of…
BALTIMORE, Md. — A 20-year-old woman is recovering from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound after a shooting early Friday morning in Baltimore’s Southern District. Police say the woman arrived at a…
TRENTON, N.J. — A new bill introduced in the New Jersey legislature aims to update procedures for handling criminal background checks in the state, particularly focusing on individuals with pending…
Towson, MD – The Violent Crimes Unit of Baltimore County Police is actively investigating a recent shooting in Gwynn Oak. The incident occurred on Saturday at approximately 12:25 a.m. in…
Dover, DE Delaware State Police are currently investigating a robbery that occurred in Dover on Sunday night. The incident was reported at approximately 7:25 p.m. at the Dollar General on…
BUFFALO, NY – The Buffalo Police Department is requesting public assistance regarding an assault that occurred on September 22 at Talty’s Tavern, located on South Park Avenue in South Buffalo.…
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. – The family of a Newport News man slain in 2021 has offered a $6,000 reward for information leading to an arrest in the case. On December…
COLUMBUS, OH – Detectives with the Columbus Division of Police are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in an aggravated robbery that took place on September…