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Attorney and Client Sentenced for Conspiracy to Defraud the United States and Income Tax Evasion
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- Written by Justice Department Justice Department
- Published: 27 June 2021 27 June 2021
Dallas, Texas - Texas attorney and former member of the Idaho legislature, John O. Green, and his client, Texas inventor Thomas Selgas, were sentenced Tuesday for conspiracy to defraud the United States and tax evasion. Selgas was sentenced to 18 months in prison and Green to six months.
Department of Justice Announces Formation of Firearms Trafficking Strike Forces to Crack Down on Sources of Crime Guns
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- Written by Super User Super User
- Published: 27 June 2021 27 June 2021
Washington, DC - Tuesday, the Department of Justice announced it will launch five cross-jurisdictional firearms trafficking strike forces within the next 30 days to help reduce violent crime by addressing illegal gun trafficking in significant firearms trafficking corridors. Tomorrow, the Attorney General will discuss with the President, law enforcement officials, and local and community leaders, this initiative, which, along with other measures, the Department of Justice is undertaking as part of the administration-wide comprehensive strategy to combat the rise in violent crime.
Five Charged in Scheme to Export to Russia Thermal Imaging Scopes and Night Vision Goggles in Violation of Arms Export Control Act
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- Written by FBI FBI
- Published: 23 June 2021 23 June 2021
Los Angeles, California - Federal authorities have arrested two Illinois residents named in an indictment that accuses five defendants of conspiring to unlawfully export to Russia defense articles – specifically, thermal imaging riflescopes and night-vision goggles – without a license in violation of the Arms Export Control Act.
FBI Warns of Elder Fraud in Arizona
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 23 June 2021 23 June 2021
Phoenix, Arizona - In honor of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, June 15, 2021, the FBI Phoenix Field Office is raising awareness about cyber scams targeting the elderly in Arizona.
Arson Fire 200 block of S. 2nd Avenue
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- Written by Sergeant Lori Franklin Sergeant Lori Franklin
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Yuma, Arizona - On Friday, June 18, 2021, at approximately 10:27 p.m., the Yuma Police Department responded to assist the Yuma Fire Department at an active fire in the 200 block of S. 2nd Avenue.
Facebook “Dog for Sale” Scam
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Yuma, Arizona - The Facebook “dog for sale” scam has been reported. This is where the scammer, usually from another state claims to be selling puppies on various Facebook groups using a fake account. The scammer will request payment in the form of money orders, money transfers through applications or prepaid gift cards. The scammer will proceed as if they will be shipping the puppy; collect contact information, and residential address information.
Monsoon Season
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- Written by Fire House Facts Fire House Facts
- Published: 20 June 2021 20 June 2021
Yuma, Arizona - This week marked the official start of “Monsoon Season” here in the desert southwest (officially June 15-Sept. 30, according to the National Weather Service). Some of the weather related hazards that could be encountered are Flash Floods, Lightening, Downburst Winds, Blowing Dust, and Excessive Heat. Sudden and intense storms can also down power lines and cause power outages.