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  • MIL-OSI Australia: Call for information – Aggravated assault – Ludmilla

    Source: Northern Territory Police and Fire Services

    The Northern Territory Police Force is calling for information in relation to a rock throwing incident in Ludmilla overnight.

    Around 10:20pm, the Joint Emergency Services Communication Centre received a report that a brick had been thrown through a rear side window of a vehicle traveling outbound on Bagot Road near the entrance to Bagot Community.

    The vehicle was carrying 4 occupants, with a woman suffering a serious injury to her eye.

    Police and St John Ambulance attended, and the woman was conveyed to Royal Darwin Hospital for treatment.

    The alleged offender is described as a male youth aged around 14-years-old. He allegedly fled with two other youths into Bagot Community.

    Patrols were conducted in the area and investigations into the identity of the offender remain ongoing.

    Detectives are urging anyone with information, particularly if you have dash-cam footage along Bagot Road yesterday evening , to contact police on 131 444, quoting reference number NTP2500047387. Anonymous reports can be made through Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or via https://crimestoppersnt.com.au.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Bethlehem Man Who Burglarized Firearms Dealers and Stole More Than 150 Guns Sentenced to 40 Months in Prison

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    The Stolen Weapons Are Being Recovered by Police in Multiple States in Relation to Shootings, Other Crimes

    PHILADELPHIA – United States Attorney David Metcalf announced that Ismael Terrero-Terrero, 22, of Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, was sentenced today by United States District Court Judge Timothy J. Savage to 40 months’ imprisonment and $26,798 in restitution for multiple burglaries in which he stole more than 150 guns from licensed firearms dealers.

    The defendant was charged by indictment in January of 2024, and pleaded guilty this January to three counts of theft of firearms from a federal firearms licensee and one count of possession of a stolen firearm.

    As detailed in court filings, on April 28, 2023, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) was notified of a burglary at a Federal Firearms Licensee (FFL) in Easton, Pennsylvania. Surveillance video showed that, at approximately 2:40 a.m., the defendant used a pry bar to make entrance into the building and immediately began taking AK-style pistols and AR-style rifles from the wall. He then used the pry bar to break open three glass display cases that contained pistols, placed the guns into a bag, and exited the building with 29 stolen firearms.

    In the early morning hours of June 29, 2023, law enforcement officers were dispatched to an FFL in Catasauqua, Pennsylvania, for a report of a security alarm activation. Surveillance video showed that at approximately 1:35 a.m., the defendant and another man forced entry into the building. They broke the firearm display cases with a metal tool, took handguns from the display case and put them into a backpack. The men then exited the business and fled the scene with 44 stolen firearms.

    On August 11, 2023, at approximately 4:16 a.m., the Telford Police Department (TPD) in Telford, Pennsylvania, received a notification of a burglar alarm activation at an FFL in the borough. Approximately three minutes later, a TPD officer arrived at the location and observed a male with a duffle bag entering the passenger seat of a nearby vehicle, which immediately started to flee from the officer. The officer’s pursuit of the vehicle was terminated a short time later, consistent with TPD policy. Upon examination of the scene and review of video surveillance footage, investigators determined that the defendant and another man had forced entry into the FFL and smashed multiple display cases containing firearms. The men then loaded numerous firearms into a large bag and a rolling suitcase, leaving the store with 82 stolen firearms.

    “This defendant committed three separate burglaries, stealing an astonishing 157 firearms,” said U.S. Attorney Metcalf. “These guns have now found their way into our communities and are being recovered in shootings and other crimes from Connecticut to the Caribbean. Terrero-Terrero was actively putting guns in criminals’ hands and the repercussions will continue, at society’s expense. Public safety demands that we prevent offenders from getting their hands on guns — and punish those providing a steady stream of illegal weapons.”

    “Stolen guns are crime guns that endanger our communities,” said Eric DeGree, Special Agent in Charge of the ATF’s Philadelphia Field Division. “Ismael Terrero-Terrero burglarized three Pennsylvania gun shops, stealing more than 150 firearms connected to crimes up and down the East Coast and overseas. Working with the Montgomery County Detective Bureau, Pennsylvania State Police, local police departments, and U.S. Attorney’s Office, this far-reaching and dangerous criminal operation was ended, and the perpetrator is going to prison for years.”

    This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. On May 26, 2021, the department launched a violent crime reduction strategy strengthening PSN based on these core principles: fostering trust and legitimacy in our communities, supporting community-based organizations that help prevent violence from occurring in the first place, setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the results.

    The case was investigated by the ATF and is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Maureen McCartney.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Napa Valley Winery Owner Pleads Guilty To Aiding And Assisting In Filing Of False Tax Return

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    SAN FRANCISCO – Brian Fleury, 64, of Napa County, pleaded guilty in federal court today to aiding and assisting the preparation of a false tax return for the 2016 tax year.

    According to court documents and statements made in court, Fleury and his spouse owned Napa Valley winery Metropolitan Wines, LLC and several vineyards also located in Napa Valley.  For tax years 2014 through 2018, Fleury intentionally underreported income earned by Metropolitan Wines to his income tax preparer.  Fleury directed some customers to pay for their wine by writing checks directly to Fleury instead of to Metropolitan Wines.  Fleury wrote or directed his employees to write “OTB,” for “off the books,” on some of these customers’ invoices.  Fleury kept these payments for himself and did not report this as income earned by Metropolitan Wines.  Between 2014 and 2018, Fleury underreported his and his spouse’s income by $822,450.

    Fleury also admitted that from 2007 through 2019, he failed to pay federal excise tax that was due on brandy he received, possessed, and sold.  Fleury filed annual reports with the United States Department of the Treasury, Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) that falsely stated that no wine had been removed for distilling material, no wine had been produced with the addition of wine spirits, no distilled spirits were on hand, and no spirits had been sold or received in bond.  Fleury knew these statements were false.  

    In fact, in 2007, Fleury directed that 3,983 gallons of wine be transferred to a distilled spirits plant, and later that year, the plant returned 911.33 proof gallons of brandy to Metropolitan Wines.  Fleury also admitted that he had produced 2006, 2008, and 2009 vintage brandy, and that he bottled and sold brandy from 2013 through 2018 under the name “9 Fiddy” for $350 per 375 ml bottle in regular wine bottles to conceal his sale of brandy.  

    In total, Fleury caused a tax loss to the IRS and TTB of $211,092.

    Acting United States Attorney Patrick D. Robbins, IRS Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) Special Agent in Charge of the Oakland Field Office Linda Nguyen, IRS-CI Special Agent in Charge of the Washington, D.C. Field Office Kareem Carter, and Anthony P. Gledhill, Assistant Administrator, Field Operations for TTB made the announcement.

    Fleury pleaded guilty to one count of aiding and assisting in the preparation of a false tax return in violation of 26 U.S.C. § 7206(2), which carries a maximum sentence of three years in prison.  He is scheduled to be sentenced on Aug. 13, 2025, before Senior U.S. District Judge Maxine M. Chesney. Any sentence will be imposed by the Court only after consideration of the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and the federal statute governing the imposition of a sentence, 18 U.S.C. § 3553.

    Assistant U.S. Attorney Helen L. Gilbert is prosecuting the case with the assistance of Kathy Tat. The prosecution is the result of an investigation by IRS-CI and TTB, with assistance from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
     

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Speech at the AML Summit 2025

    Source: NZ Music Month takes to the streets

    Good morning and a warm welcome to everyone, it’s a pleasure to be here.

    Let me start by thanking AML Solutions for giving me the opportunity to speak on the 10th anniversary of the AML Summit. 

    I know you have a busy and interesting schedule to look forward to over the next couple of days.  This year’s conference theme is aptly named “The evolution of Risk”.  I understand that the presentations will focus on supporting reporting entities to understand what best-practice compliance looks like under a reformed risk-based and flexible AML/CFT system. 

    This theme is future-focused – and touches on issues I have spent a lot of time thinking about and planning for since becoming responsible for the AML/CFT portfolio in my role as Associate Minister of Justice. 

    You will likely know that last year Cabinet approved my plans for an AML/CFT reform programme.  The objectives of legislative reform are to meet the objectives this government committed to in our coalition agreement: and that is to tackle organised crime and cut red tape.

    How can New Zealand reform AML/CFT regulation to reduce burden on industry and support a common-sense approach to compliance; while still ensuring we are well placed to tackle organised crime and protect our international reputation as a trusted place to do business? 

    How do we equip ourselves to deal with new and emerging challenges and threats in this space?  How can we harness new technologies to help us fight crime more effectively and make it easier and cheaper for businesses to defend themselves against money laundering? 

    How will we ensure that we, as a country, are doing our part in this inherently global fight – in a fractious world where the nexus of organised crime and international conflicts is growing? 

    Over the last year I have taken advice and considered many of the challenges facing the sector in detail.  Many of you in this room, or online, will have been involved in and contributed to this advice.  I am so grateful for your hard work and specialist contributions.  Your expertise is invaluable – it enables robust discussion and informed decision-making. 

    Now is the time to deliver on our coalition commitments.  The Act has now been in force for 11 years and we know the current system is not delivering as well as it could for New Zealanders, businesses, or for law enforcement. 

    This is because the laws and requirements are highly complex and not sufficiently risk based.  As a result, they can be repetitive and unnecessarily burdensome.  I have heard from many New Zealanders that the requirements are confusing, obstructive, and costly.

    Some of the examples they have given me illustrate how absurd these requirements can be. I ’ve heard from mothers who’ve told me they cannot open bank accounts for their child unless they are able to prove where their child lives. I’ve heard from elderly widows, who had relied on their husbands to take care of bills and are now unable to have a bank account in their own name because they have no written proof to say they live in their own home.  These are clear indications of how the system is failing to take a properly risk-based approach.

    Multiple reviews of the current system have also identified deficiencies that make it harder for the system to effectively deter and combat the criminal activity that we know is taking place in New Zealand. 

    At New Zealand’s latest mutual evaluation, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) reported on several strengths in the New Zealand system but also highlighted that there is room for significant improvement. 

    I know you will be aware that compliance with international standards is incredibly important for New Zealand’s global reputation and financial standing.  We know that FATF recommendations are now tougher, and that there are still many actions from our last evaluation that we need to address.  Regulatory reform is needed to ensure we do well at our next evaluation. 

    But let’s not belabour what we already know about the deficiencies. Let’s instead focus on opportunities for the future and what we can achieve through this reform programme.  To me, reform presents a great opportunity to enhance the strengths of our system, and to address identified concerns. 

    We know, for example, that the wider Financial Crime Group do excellent work, especially relating to asset recovery.  We only need to cast our eyes to very recent news stories – I’m thinking of the announcement last September of the highly successful operation against the Comanchero gang which saw $5.8 million worth of assets restrained – to know law enforcement across the system is working hard and achieving remarkable successes through their work.  A look at the latest Police annual report shows that over $72 million of assets were restrained from organised and financial crime, and 379 money laundering investigations resulted in prosecution.

    We also know there is sound domestic cooperation and coordination on monitoring possible terrorist financing – the FATF told us so, at our latest mutual evaluation. 

    The FATF have also noted that we are known internationally for our high-quality responsiveness to cooperation requests. 

    In other words, New Zealand already does lots of things well.  Our focus is therefore on improving the AML/CFT system to enhance these strengths.  Let’s enable the system and its actors to achieve the intended outcomes: to detect and deter money laundering and terrorism financing.

    This Government is about quality regulation.  We want regulation that achieves intended outcomes, regulation that makes sense and is workable for all.  This means getting rid of unnecessary red-tape– if regulation isn’t providing the results we are after, there is no point to it. 

    In the case of the AML/CFT system, regulation needs to contribute to the fundamental purpose of the system: tackling crime.  To do that effectively, we need an agile, streamlined system that is laser focussed on real risk. 

    A truly risk-based system will better enable law enforcement to crack down on organised crime by providing the financial intelligence needed to go after criminal organisations.  A truly risk-based system is more aligned with international obligations and standards.  A truly risk-based system will provide regulatory relief for lower risk businesses and the public.

    My reform programme, therefore, will be undertaken in three parts.  The first phase is already well-advanced and will deliver immediate regulatory relief via two bills – the first, the Statutes Amendment Bill, has already been reported back from Select Committee to the House of Representatives, and is likely to come into effect in the coming months.  The second, the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Terrorism Financing Amendment Bill, is currently before select committee. 

    The changes made through these bills include removing both address verification requirements for many customers, and relaxing enhanced customer due diligence requirements for lower-risk trusts.  This will help make it easier for mums and dads to set up bank accounts for their kids, and easier for vulnerable kiwis – including the elderly – to get access to essential financial services. 

    This first set of reforms aims to make immediate changes, to make the AML/CFT system more risk-based and ease the regulatory burden on businesses.

    These changes alone already represent the most significant regulatory relief in the history of the AML/CFT regime.  But we do not intend to stop there.

    The second phase of changes focuses on structural reforms for the regime. Cabinet has agreed that, as part of these structural reforms, we will be implementing a single AML/CFT supervisor structure within the Department of Internal Affairs.  This will replace the current three-supervisor model. 

    This move will create a more efficient, effective, and risk-based supervisory structure – one that reduces unnecessary compliance costs for lower-risk businesses and transactions, removes the need for multi-supervisor coordination efforts – thereby reducing costs – and streamlines decision-making.

    A single supervisor can be more resource responsive to the ever-changing risk environment.  A single supervisor will be better able to deliver consistent and timely guidance to support reporting entities. 

    This will help to ensure that businesses have the confidence to take a more flexible approach to implementing their AML/CFT obligations and lower the barrier to accessing financial services for low-risk customers. 

    A single supervisor with overview of the wider AML/CFT environment will also be better able to look for and realise opportunities as they arise.  For example, I’m sure we all agree that there are opportunities and benefits to be gained in the digital identity and open banking areas.  In addition, the emergence of AI could herald improved, and more cost effective, electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) functions, risk assessments, and suspicious activity reporting.

    Everyone here will be aware that in a world of increasing demands, the AML/CFT system in New Zealand is currently underfunded.  My phase two structural reforms will also see us work towards introducing a sustainable funding model for the system. 

    The new hybrid funding model will establish an industry-levy.  I will ensure that this levy is designed in a way that distributes the costs in a risk appropriate and equitable way, so that it targets the highest risk sectors – such as large international banks – and does not place an undue burden on small businesses. 

    This hybrid funding model will provide sufficient resourcing for core regulatory functions and deliver substantial savings to the Crown.  This approach is in line with what has been done in other like-minded jurisdictions, like Australia, the United Kingdom and Canada.

    As part of the work on the funding model, a work programme and a National Strategy will be developed in partnership with industry and agreed by Cabinet to ensure that the system is focussed on industry priorities.  Any changes to the levy will also need to be informed by the AML/CFT National Strategy. 

    Now, I know that many of you in this room will have opinions and views on the approach we have taken to these structural reforms.  I look forward to engaging with you and drawing on your sector expertise as we get stuck into the detail of this change process.

    The structural changes in phase two of my reforms will result in an amendment Bill that I aim to have introduced by the middle of this year.  Officials are currently working on the details of developing and implementing the levy, but I expect that the earliest it would be in place is by 2027.

    The third phase of these reforms will deliver wider legislative changes to implement international standards outlined by the FATF.  This Bill will be introduced later in this Parliamentary term.

    Doing this international compliance work will have a natural flow on effect that improves New Zealand entities’ ability to carry on with business and sharpens our law enforcement tools.  Importantly, it includes amendments to provide further flexibility for businesses to take a more risk-based approach to their AML/CFT obligations.

    The work programme was designed to address specific areas that were identified through robust stakeholder consultation during the 2022 Statutory Review of the AML/CFT Act and further targeted engagement has been undertaken since then.

    I am aware there is room for improvement in other areas as well – and some of you may be disappointed that more statutory reforms are not currently being progressed. 

    In arriving at my current statutory reform programme, I have taken a pragmatic approach – the current fiscal environment dictates that we are smart and outcomes-focused with our reforms.  Right now, this means prioritising the changes that will give us the biggest bang for our buck in terms of regulatory relief, while ensuring compliance with international expectations and supporting law enforcement to tackle organised crime and delivering regulatory relief. 

    We need to prioritise this legislative work programme first to ensure that changes to the law are made and the system is properly set up to take a risk-based approach in time for our next mutual evaluation in 2028.  I am excited and proud that this reform programme is on track to deliver the most significant regulatory relief since the Act came into force in 2013.

    But, like you, I want to do more, if I can.  I am committed to look for opportunities to do just that, not only through reforms to legislation, but also through considering potential exemptions and regulations that will support a more risk-based AML/CFT system.

    I look forward to working with you all as we move forward with all the parts of this reform programme.  To me, the key to successfully strengthening the AML/CFT system through these reforms is collaboration and leveraging expertise in the sector. 

    I encourage you all to participate in consultation when these opportunities come up.  We need people with experience and knowledge to get involved – we need you.  I look forward to hearing your views on how we can make the laws work for you. 

    Thank you for having me today, it’s a pleasure to be here with you all.  Enjoy your time here at the conference.

    MIL OSI New Zealand News –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 07.05.2025, 14-34 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A0JXSS1 (Akron B1P2) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    07.05.2025

    14:34

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on 07.05.2025, 14-34 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 85.11) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 914.84 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 12.5%) of the RU000A0JXSS1 security (Akron B1P2) were changed.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //VVV. MEEX.K.M.M.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 05/07/2025, 16-16 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A1029A9 (Rosmorp1R1) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    07.05.2025

    16:16

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on 07.05.2025, 16-16 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 102.01) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 267.62 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 12.5%) of the security RU000A1029A9 (Rosmorp1R1) were changed.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //VVV. MOEX.K.M.M.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 05/07/2025, 17-46 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A0ZYFN3 (DOM.RF B10) were changed.

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    07.05.2025

    17:46

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on 07.05.2025, 17-46 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 104.75) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1077.22 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 7.5%) of the RU000A0ZYFN3 security (DOM.RF B10) were changed.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //VVV. MOEX.K.M.M.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: New York Man Charged with Federal Hate Crimes After Repeatedly Assaulting Jewish Victims

    Source: US State of California

    An indictment was unsealed today in the Southern District of New York charging Tarek Bazrouk 20, of New York, New York, with three counts of committing hate crimes in connection with his repeated assaults of Jewish victims in New York City between 2024 and 2025. Bazrouk was arrested this morning and will be presented later today before U.S. Magistrate Judge Stewart D. Aaron. The case is assigned to U.S. District Judge Richard M. Berman.

    “The Civil Rights Division will continue to relentlessly pursue allegations of antisemitic violence and will not stop until justice is served for the victims and their families,” said Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division. “Under Attorney General Pam Bondi’s leadership, we will use all available resources to investigate and charge those who target and assault others because of their faith.”

    “As alleged, on three separate occasions, Tarek Bazrouk deliberately targeted and assaulted Jewish victims at protests relating to the Israel/Gaza war,” said U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton for the Southern District of New York. “Despite being arrested after each incident, Bazrouk allegedly remained undeterred and quickly returned to using violence to target Jews in New York City. This Office is dedicated to seeking justice for victims of hate crimes and will aggressively prosecute those who spread bigotry and discrimination through violence.”

    According to court documents, other public filings, and statements previously made on the record in this case, over the course of approximately nine months, Bazrouk physically assaulted three Jewish individuals at protests concerning the Israel/Gaza war. First, on April 15, 2024, Bazrouk — while wearing a green headband typically worn by Hamas terrorists — attended a protest concerning the Israel/Gaza war in Lower Manhattan, outside the New York Stock Exchange.  During the protest, Bazrouk was arrested by officers from the New York City Police Department (NYPD) after lunging at a group of pro-Israel protestors. As Bazrouk was being escorted to an NYPD vehicle, Bazrouk kicked a different individual — Victim-1, a Jewish college student — in the stomach. At the time of the assault, Victim-1 was standing near other Jewish protestors, who were wearing kippahs (that is, brimless skullcaps traditionally worn by Jewish men), carrying Israeli flags, and singing Jewish songs.

    Approximately eight months later, on Dec. 9, 2024, Bazrouk assaulted another individual at a protest relating to the Israel/Gaza war next to a university campus in upper Manhattan. The victim of the second assault — Victim-2 — is a Jewish student who attended the nearby university. On the date of the assault, Victim-2 and his brother were wearing kippahs, Victim-2 had an Israeli flag draped around his shoulders, and Victim-2 was singing Jewish songs. As the protest continued, Bazrouk — with his mouth covered — stole an Israeli flag from Victim-2’s brother and fled. After Victim-2 and his brother followed Bazrouk through a crowd to retrieve the flag, Bazrouk snuck up beside Victim-2 and struck him in the face with a closed fist.

    Roughly one month later, on Jan. 6, 2025, Bazrouk assaulted a third Jewish victim — Victim-3 — at a protest concerning the Israel/Gaza war near 1st Avenue and East 18th Street in Manhattan. At this protest, Victim-3 was wearing an Israeli flag around his shoulders, a hat with an Israeli flag, and a chain with a Jewish star. During the protest, Bazrouk, who was wearing a keffiyeh on his face, made contact with Victim-3’s shoulder and wrapped his foot around Victim-3’s ankle.  Victim-3 attempted to push BAZROUK away and cursed at him. Bazrouk then punched Victim-3 in the nose with a closed fist.

    “Over the course of nine months, Tarek Bazrouk allegedly targeted and violently attacked multiple Jewish victims in a series of physical assaults, while demonstrating a pattern of supporting anti-Semitic terrorist organizations,” said Assistant Director in Charge Christopher G. Raia of the FBI New York Field Office. “These alleged hate crimes not only violated the victims’ ability to exercise their first amendment rights, but also intimidated and sparked fear among a broader population. The FBI won’t tolerate this behavior and will apprehend any individual who commits a federal crime seeking to harm others for their religious beliefs.”

    “As alleged, Tarek Bazrouk deliberately set out to harm Jewish New Yorkers — targeting them at protests, singling them out, and assaulting them for nothing more than their identity,” said NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch. “The NYPD worked closely with the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office to track him down and ensure he faces real consequences. Antisemitism and all forms of bigotry have no home here in New York — period. New Yorkers of all faiths are welcome to live and worship in our city freely, and we will never stop fighting to protect that right.”

    According to court documents, pursuant to judicially authorized warrants, law enforcement subsequently searched a cellphone used by Bazrouk. Evidence from that device revealed Bazrouk’s anti-Semitic bias and his support for anti-Jewish terrorist groups including Hamas, demonstrating his motivation for repeatedly assaulting Jewish victims. In text messages, for example, Bazrouk identified himself as a “Jew hater,” labeled Jews as “worthless,” extorted “Allah” to “get us rid of [Jews],” called an acquittance a “Fucking Jew,” and told a friend to “slap that bitch” in reference to a woman with an Israeli sticker on her laptop. Bazrouk also told a friend that he was “mad happy” to have learned that certain of his family members overseas are part of Hamas. Bazrouk’s phone was also littered with pro-Hamas and pro-Hizballah propaganda, showing his support for organizations that have murdered thousands of Jews and Israelis.

    Bazrouk is charged with three counts of committing hate crimes, each of which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.

    The maximum potential penalties in this case are prescribed by Congress and are provided here for informational purposes only, as any sentencing of the defendant will be determined by the judge.

    U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton for the Southern District of New York praised the outstanding investigative work of the FBI and thanked the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and the NYPD for their assistance.

    The prosecution of this case is being handled by the Office’s Civil Rights Unit in the Criminal Division. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Sam Adelsberg and Jim Ligtenberg for the Southern District of New York are in charge of the prosecution.

    An indictment is merely an allegation. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.   

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  • MIL-OSI Security: New York Man Charged with Federal Hate Crimes After Repeatedly Assaulting Jewish Victims

    Source: United States Attorneys General

    An indictment was unsealed today in the Southern District of New York charging Tarek Bazrouk 20, of New York, New York, with three counts of committing hate crimes in connection with his repeated assaults of Jewish victims in New York City between 2024 and 2025. Bazrouk was arrested this morning and will be presented later today before U.S. Magistrate Judge Stewart D. Aaron. The case is assigned to U.S. District Judge Richard M. Berman.

    “The Civil Rights Division will continue to relentlessly pursue allegations of antisemitic violence and will not stop until justice is served for the victims and their families,” said Assistant Attorney General Harmeet K. Dhillon of the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division. “Under Attorney General Pam Bondi’s leadership, we will use all available resources to investigate and charge those who target and assault others because of their faith.”

    “As alleged, on three separate occasions, Tarek Bazrouk deliberately targeted and assaulted Jewish victims at protests relating to the Israel/Gaza war,” said U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton for the Southern District of New York. “Despite being arrested after each incident, Bazrouk allegedly remained undeterred and quickly returned to using violence to target Jews in New York City. This Office is dedicated to seeking justice for victims of hate crimes and will aggressively prosecute those who spread bigotry and discrimination through violence.”

    According to court documents, other public filings, and statements previously made on the record in this case, over the course of approximately nine months, Bazrouk physically assaulted three Jewish individuals at protests concerning the Israel/Gaza war. First, on April 15, 2024, Bazrouk — while wearing a green headband typically worn by Hamas terrorists — attended a protest concerning the Israel/Gaza war in Lower Manhattan, outside the New York Stock Exchange.  During the protest, Bazrouk was arrested by officers from the New York City Police Department (NYPD) after lunging at a group of pro-Israel protestors. As Bazrouk was being escorted to an NYPD vehicle, Bazrouk kicked a different individual — Victim-1, a Jewish college student — in the stomach. At the time of the assault, Victim-1 was standing near other Jewish protestors, who were wearing kippahs (that is, brimless skullcaps traditionally worn by Jewish men), carrying Israeli flags, and singing Jewish songs.

    Approximately eight months later, on Dec. 9, 2024, Bazrouk assaulted another individual at a protest relating to the Israel/Gaza war next to a university campus in upper Manhattan. The victim of the second assault — Victim-2 — is a Jewish student who attended the nearby university. On the date of the assault, Victim-2 and his brother were wearing kippahs, Victim-2 had an Israeli flag draped around his shoulders, and Victim-2 was singing Jewish songs. As the protest continued, Bazrouk — with his mouth covered — stole an Israeli flag from Victim-2’s brother and fled. After Victim-2 and his brother followed Bazrouk through a crowd to retrieve the flag, Bazrouk snuck up beside Victim-2 and struck him in the face with a closed fist.

    Roughly one month later, on Jan. 6, 2025, Bazrouk assaulted a third Jewish victim — Victim-3 — at a protest concerning the Israel/Gaza war near 1st Avenue and East 18th Street in Manhattan. At this protest, Victim-3 was wearing an Israeli flag around his shoulders, a hat with an Israeli flag, and a chain with a Jewish star. During the protest, Bazrouk, who was wearing a keffiyeh on his face, made contact with Victim-3’s shoulder and wrapped his foot around Victim-3’s ankle.  Victim-3 attempted to push BAZROUK away and cursed at him. Bazrouk then punched Victim-3 in the nose with a closed fist.

    “Over the course of nine months, Tarek Bazrouk allegedly targeted and violently attacked multiple Jewish victims in a series of physical assaults, while demonstrating a pattern of supporting anti-Semitic terrorist organizations,” said Assistant Director in Charge Christopher G. Raia of the FBI New York Field Office. “These alleged hate crimes not only violated the victims’ ability to exercise their first amendment rights, but also intimidated and sparked fear among a broader population. The FBI won’t tolerate this behavior and will apprehend any individual who commits a federal crime seeking to harm others for their religious beliefs.”

    “As alleged, Tarek Bazrouk deliberately set out to harm Jewish New Yorkers — targeting them at protests, singling them out, and assaulting them for nothing more than their identity,” said NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch. “The NYPD worked closely with the FBI and the U.S. Attorney’s Office to track him down and ensure he faces real consequences. Antisemitism and all forms of bigotry have no home here in New York — period. New Yorkers of all faiths are welcome to live and worship in our city freely, and we will never stop fighting to protect that right.”

    According to court documents, pursuant to judicially authorized warrants, law enforcement subsequently searched a cellphone used by Bazrouk. Evidence from that device revealed Bazrouk’s anti-Semitic bias and his support for anti-Jewish terrorist groups including Hamas, demonstrating his motivation for repeatedly assaulting Jewish victims. In text messages, for example, Bazrouk identified himself as a “Jew hater,” labeled Jews as “worthless,” extorted “Allah” to “get us rid of [Jews],” called an acquittance a “Fucking Jew,” and told a friend to “slap that bitch” in reference to a woman with an Israeli sticker on her laptop. Bazrouk also told a friend that he was “mad happy” to have learned that certain of his family members overseas are part of Hamas. Bazrouk’s phone was also littered with pro-Hamas and pro-Hizballah propaganda, showing his support for organizations that have murdered thousands of Jews and Israelis.

    Bazrouk is charged with three counts of committing hate crimes, each of which carries a maximum penalty of 10 years in prison.

    The maximum potential penalties in this case are prescribed by Congress and are provided here for informational purposes only, as any sentencing of the defendant will be determined by the judge.

    U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton for the Southern District of New York praised the outstanding investigative work of the FBI and thanked the Manhattan District Attorney’s Office and the NYPD for their assistance.

    The prosecution of this case is being handled by the Office’s Civil Rights Unit in the Criminal Division. Assistant U.S. Attorneys Sam Adelsberg and Jim Ligtenberg for the Southern District of New York are in charge of the prosecution.

    An indictment is merely an allegation. All defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.   

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 05/07/2025, 11-14 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the RU000A100VG7 (SUEK-F1P3R) security were changed.

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    07.05.2025

    11:14

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on 07.05.2025, 11-14 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 89.76) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 925.53 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 7.5%) of the RU000A100VG7 (SUEK-F1P3R) security were changed.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Secretary Noem Puts Sanctuary City Leaders on Notice: Time to Put Americans First

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

     The Secretary blasted sanctuary jurisdictions for failing to uphold federal law and called on leaders to stand up for Americans who have been victimized by reckless sanctuary policies

    SPRINGFIELD, IL – Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem today held a press conference highlighting the devastation sanctuary policies have caused in Illinois and across America with Angel families who shared their tragic stories of their loved ones lost because of illegal alien crime. The Secretary also called out Illinois Governor Pritzker for shielding law breakers.

    “As Secretary of Homeland Security, I’m going to uphold our federal immigration laws,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “I’m going to draw attention to people who are breaking the law and violating our Constitution. I’m going to fight for the victims every single day and draw attention to them as long as we can. And President Trump will continue to do that as well. We should be united as a country around bringing violent criminals to justice and getting them out of the United States of America.”

    To watch the full press conference, click here.

    Some of the Angel Families who attended the press conference include: 

    • Jim Walden, Angel Father of Lance Corporal James Ray “Jimmy” Walden III. Jimmy was killed by a twice-deported illegal alien who crashed into Jimmy’s motorcycle. He was killed in Maryland, but his father lives in Illinois.
    • Kathy Zander, Angel Mother of John Zander. Four days before his 23rd birthday, John was convinced by his best friend to snort cocaine, not knowing that his friend had spiked it with fentanyl. John died from fentanyl poisoning.
    • Brian McCann, Angel Brother of Dennis “Denny” McCann. Denny was crossing the street when he was hit by a car in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood and dragged to his death by an illegal alien. The driver was charged in the fatal crash, but after being released on bond, he disappeared.   
    • Nancy Platania Angel Mother of Nick Platania who tragically lost his life to a fentanyl overdose. Nick worked to get others clean from drugs and started his own business before his life was tragically taken by deadly drugs funneled into American communities. 

    There are more than 200 sanctuary jurisdictions across the nation. The following headlines are only a handful of examples of sanctuary leaders refusing to work with federal law enforcement to protect Americans. 

    New York Governor Kathy Hochul:

    Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers:

    Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell:

    Portland Police Chief Bob Day:

    Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonnell:

    Boston Police Department Commissioner Michael Cox:

    On April 28, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the Protecting American Communities from Criminal Aliens Executive Order. Under the President’s order, the Secretary of Homeland Security and the Attorney General are directed to publish a list of states and local jurisdictions that obstruct the enforcement of federal immigration laws.

    Under President Trump’s leadership, DHS will work with DOJ to end violations of federal immigration law and bring jurisdictions into compliance with the laws of the United States.

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  • MIL-OSI Submissions: Fintec – Visa and Whish Money Announce a Strategic Alliance that is Set to Revolutionize Digital Payments and Financial Services Regionally and Globally

    Source: Whish Money

    Beirut, Lebanon, May 6, 2025 – Visa, a global payments technology leader, and Whish Money SAL, a leading regional fintech, are pleased to announce one of the most strategic partnerships in the region. This partnership will enable Whish to leverage Visa’s advanced services and technology for payments and money movement, while allowing Visa to expand its service offerings to over 1 million Whish app users. A signing ceremony was held to commemorate this significant collaboration, marking a new chapter in the fintech landscape of the region.

    Leila Serhan, Senior Vice President at Visa and Group Country Manager for the North Africa, Levant and Pakistan (NALP) region, commented on the partnership: “This strategic partnership between Visa and Whish is the first in the levant region with an e-wallet and money transfer company, and we align with Whish on multiple pillars, most of which, trust and innovation. This partnership will enable us to bring our advanced payment technologies to a broader audience, facilitating seamless and secure money movement across the world. And as Whish is already present globally and is further expanding its reach, we can further facilitate the international growth through our presence in over 200 countries.”

    Toufic Koussa, CEO and Co-Founder of Whish Money, added: “We are excited to embark on this new collaboration with Visa which marks a significant milestone for Whish Money. By integrating Visa’s cutting-edge technology and services, we are poised to enhance our payment solutions and provide even more secure and efficient financial services to our customers. This partnership underscores our commitment to innovation and excellence in the fintech industry and is a testament to the thorough and careful due diligence Visa undertakes while engaging in such an affiliation given their high compliance standards. Our commitment to compliance and security has enabled us to achieve this unique partnership in the region.”

    This strategic alliance between Visa and Whish Money is set to revolutionize the fintech sector, bringing unparalleled advancements to digital payments and financial services regionally and globally. As both entities leverage their strengths and innovative technologies, the partnership will not only drive economic growth but also set a new benchmark for excellence and security in the industry.

    About Visa:

    Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at Visa.com .

    About Whish Money:

    Whish Money is part of Talaco Group that was established in 2004, specializing in technology, telecom, software development, money remittance, digital payments and logistics industries. Whish has been one of the first global fintech platforms disrupting the distribution of telecom, ISP, gaming, and gift card vouchers, in addition to the digitization of financial services to corporates, retailers, and end users. With over 1,200 agents in Lebanon and 3,000 points of sale in the UAE, Whish Money continues to expand its reach and impact. Today, Whish has offices in Lebanon, UAE, and the USA serving more than 1 million users in over 110 countries.

    As a licensed and regulated company by the Central Bank of Lebanon, Whish Money adheres strictly to all local and international laws, regulations, and best practices including stringent Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF) measures. Whish works closely with local and international authorities to detect and prevent financial crime. Its robust compliance framework, backed by advanced technology and experienced professionals, ensures that every transaction is screened against local and international watch lists, and is scrutinized to identify and mitigate potential risks, enabling it to provide secure and reliable financial services to its customers.

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: Arrest made, further information sought in relation to serious incidents, Invercargill

    Source: New Zealand Police

    A young has been arrested as Police progress an investigation into several serious incidents in Invercargill.

    It follows two aggravated robberies, two burglaries and an attempted burglary, all between 1.50am and 4.30am on Monday morning.

    Thankfully, no serious injuries were reported, but the victims were understandably upset and shaken by what occurred, Detective Inspector Stu Harvey said.

    Police have arrested and charged a young person in relation to the incidents. He is facing a number of charges and has been remanded in custody to appear in the Invercargill Youth Court today.

    “The investigation into this offending is still very much active. We understand these events are unnerving for our community, and we are working hard to locate those we believe to be involved,” Detective Inspector Harvey says.

    “We still need the public’s help and want to hear from anyone who might be able to assist.

    “In particular, Police are seeking information about two vehicles that were seen in the area of some of the incidents. One of them, a stolen red Toyota Vitz, was involved in the offending and has been recovered while the other vehicle is described only as a car.

    “Police would like to speak to anyone who saw vehicles fitting these descriptions between 1am and 5am on Monday.”

    Anyone with information about these vehicles or those involved is asked to call Police on 105.  You can also share information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Grassley, Hassan Lead Legislation to Aid Victims of Identity Theft

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Iowa Chuck Grassley
    Download broadcast quality video HERE
    WASHINGTON – Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), a senior member and former chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, and Sen. Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), a fellow Finance Committee member, reintroduced the Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act to provide efficient help for Americans whose social security numbers have been stolen.
    “Millions of Americans suffer from identity theft each year, and Social Security numbers are a top target. Unfortunately, when a victim calls up the Social Security Administration, they can be jerked around from one contact to another, having to reexplain the situation each time. Our bill will help streamline the process by providing a victim of identity theft with a single point of contact at the agency, easing this frustrating and stressful process,” Grassley said.
    “Victims of identity theft whose Social Security numbers have been stolen shouldn’t have to deal with a cumbersome and frustrating process to get help from the Social Security Administration,” Hassan said. “This bipartisan legislation is an important way to ensure that Americans whose identities are stolen can access support through a streamlined process and a single point of contact at the Social Security Administration. This is one of the many common-sense proposals in Congress to combat waste, fraud, and abuse of taxpayer funds without making it harder for people to access their hard-earned benefits.”
    Background:
    Misuse of Social Security numbers is a large problem, and victims who are affected by identity theft face hurdles when trying to resolve issues with large, multi-office agencies such as the Social Security Administration (SSA).
    Currently, a victim may have to engage in multiple procedures and work with numerous representatives at SSA to resolve Social Security related identity-theft issues. The Grassley-Hassan Improving Social Security’s Service to Victims of Identity Theft Act provides a single, focal point of contact at SSA to provide efficient resolution of an identity-theft victim’s issues.
    Additional cosponsors include Sens. Mike Crapo (R-Idaho), Catherine Cortez Masto (D-N.V.), Bill Cassidy (R-La.), Ron Wyden (D-Ore.), Todd Young (R-Ind.), Angus King (I-Maine), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and James Lankford (R-Okla.).
    The legislation has the endorsement of numerous groups, including: AARP, Social Security Works, the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare (NCPSSM) and the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR).
    Full text of the bill can be found HERE.
    Download broadcast quality video of Grassley discussing the legislation HERE.
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  • MIL-OSI Security: Pine Ridge Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Voluntary Manslaughter

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    RAPID CITY – United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced today that U.S. District Judge Karen E. Schreier has sentenced a Pine Ridge, South Dakota, man convicted of Voluntary Manslaughter. The sentencing took place on May 2, 2025.

    Eugene Hunts Horse, age 29, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release, and ordered to pay a $2,000 fine and a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.

    A federal grand jury indicted Hunts Horse in May 2024. He pleaded guilty on January 17, 2025.

    On February 24, 2024, the victim arrived at a residence in Wounded Knee and attempted to gain entry into the home. The victim knew the occupants of the trailer and wanted to get inside. A male from within the home assaulted the victim with a weapon and ushered him down the driveway away from the home. Hunts Horse arrived around the time the victim was being escorted down the driveway and used an object to strike the victim several times in the head and body. Hunts Horse, who believed the victim had assaulted his cousin with a hammer earlier in the evening, became enraged and developed the heat of passion necessary to take the life of another. After killing the victim, Hunts Horse learned the victim was not the person who attacked his cousin. The Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety responded to the residence and found the victim near the roadway and driveway of the residence with a large fracture to his skull. The victim was bleeding extensively from his head. The victim ultimately passed away from his head injury a short time after the officer arrived.

    This matter was prosecuted by the U.S. Attorney’s Office because the Major Crimes Act, a federal statute, mandates that certain violent crimes alleged to have occurred in Indian country be prosecuted in Federal court as opposed to State court.

    This case was investigated by the Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety. Assistant U.S. Attorney Megan Poppen prosecuted the case.

    Hunts Horse was immediately remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: New York Man Sentenced to 87 Months for Distribution of Child Pornography

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    Defendant traveled to ‘meet n play’ with an undercover officer’s purported 10-year-old boy

    WASHINGTON – Kaziah Matthew White, 33, of Long Lake, New York, was sentenced today to 87 months in prison in connection with distributing child pornography after which he traveled to the District of Columbia for the purpose of engaging in sexual contact with a minor.

    The sentence was announced U.S. Attorney Edward R. Martin Jr., FBI Special Agent in Charge Sean Ryan of the Washington Field Office Criminal and Cyber Division, and Chief Pamela Smith of the Metropolitan Police Department.

    White pleaded guilty Dec.18, 2024, in the District of Columbia to one count of distribution of child pornography. In addition to the prison term, U.S. District Court Judge Dabney L. Friedrich ordered White to serve a lifetime term of supervised release. 

    According to court papers, on March 21, 2024, an undercover officer with the FBI Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force in the District of Columbia was monitoring an online dating application. A user who called themselves “EarthenFireMD,” contacted the undercover officer, indicated he was staying in Clarksville, Maryland, and that he wanted to “meet n play” with the undercover officer’s purported 10-year-old boy. EarthenFireMD was later identified as the defendant. 

    “Broooo I’m only the area til the end of the month, would love to plan a playdate,” he wrote on a messaging application. “We can get lunch somewhere public first if u wanna feel out the vibe. And show u Im not a cop. Have an after school bonding sesh.” He indicated that boys between the ages of 5- to 14-years-old were his favorite.

    Between March 22-25, 2024, the defendant sent the undercover officer more than 100 videos depicting the sexual abuse of chldren. During the chat, White agreed to meet the undercover officer and wrote that he would bring a “gift” for the child.  He then sent a photograph of Spiderman-themed underwear, writing “They had a multipack.”

    On March 28, 2024, White traveled from Clarksville, Maryland, to the District to meet with the undercover officer. Upon his arrival, White was in possession of Spiderman underwear consistent with the image of the underwear he previously had sent to the undercover officer.  He was arrested on site.  

    This case is being brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse, launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, please visit justice.gov/psc.

    This case was investigated by FBI-MPD Child Exploitation and Human Trafficking Task Force. It is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Jocelyn Bond.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Restore Justice: 205 Child Sex Abuse Offenders Arrested in FBI-led Nationwide Crackdown, Including Four in the Southern District of California

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    SAN DIEGO – Today, the Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Restore Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track and arrest child sex predators. The operation resulted in the rescue of 115 children and the arrests of 205 child sexual abuse offenders in the nationwide crackdown.  The coordinated effort was executed over the course of five days by all 55 FBI field offices, the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section in the Department’s Criminal Division, and United States Attorney’s Offices around the country.

    “The Department of Justice will never stop fighting to protect victims — especially child victims — and we will not rest until we hunt down, arrest, and prosecute every child predator who preys on the most vulnerable among us,” said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. “I am grateful to the FBI and their state and local partners for their incredible work in Operation Restore Justice and have directed my prosecutors not to negotiate.”

    “Every child deserves to grow up free from fear and exploitation, and the FBI will continue to be relentless in our pursuit of those who exploit the most vulnerable among us,” said FBI Director Kash Patel. “Operation Restore Justice proves that no predator is out of reach and no child will be forgotten. By leveraging the strength of all our field offices and our federal, state and local partners, we’re sending a clear message: there is no place to hide for those who prey on children.”

    “Protecting our community means identifying, arresting and holding accountable anyone who would prey on children,” said U.S. Attorney Adam Gordon. “I’m grateful for the coordinated efforts of law enforcement in this district and across the nation, and our office will continue to prioritize these prosecutions to obtain justice for these vulnerable victims.”

    “Each arrest is a powerful testament to the tireless efforts of the FBI and our dedicated law enforcement partners to protect the most vulnerable among us,” said FBI San Diego Acting Special Agent in Charge Houtan Moshrefi. “It reaffirms our unwavering commitment to pursuing justice for victims and holding predators accountable.”

    In the Southern District of California, four individuals were arrested and charged with federal crimes, including:

    • Seth Wheeler, who was indicted for distribution of images of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct and possession of images of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct. Wheeler is alleged to have distributed child pornography on two different occasions in September 2024, and in possession of child pornography in October 2024.  He was previously arrested by the state and remained in state custody until he was indicted on federal charges.
    • Adam Harrison Bryant, a convicted sex offender who was charged with possession of child pornography. The investigation of Bryan began when it was suspected that he had attempted to purchase child pornography from a website using cryptocurrency.  A search warrant was executed on May 1, 2025, and Bryant was arrested when he was found in possession of an electronic device that contained child pornography. He was previously convicted in 2008 of travel with intent to engage in illicit sexual conduct and enticing a child and was sentenced to 40 months and 24 months, concurrent, followed by ten years of supervised release.
    • Kristho Angel Valdez, whowas charged with receipt of images of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct. Law enforcement officials were notified that two minor victims were exchanging sexually explicit content, including images and videos, through Snapchat with an unknown individual. Valdez was identified as the potential user of the Snapchat account and a search warrant for the account revealed thousands of sexually explicit images and videos of minors. On March 12, 2025, a search warrant was executed at Valdez’s residence. Valdez admitted to receiving sexually explicit videos from the minor victims.
    • Christopher David Miller, who was charged with attempted receipt and possession of images of minors engaged in sexually explicit conduct. Agents began investigating Miller when they determined that IP addresses linked to his current and former residences attempted to obtain child pornography using Freenet, a peer-to-peer file sharing platform. A search warrant was executed at Miller’s residence on April 9, 2025, and Miller was found to be in possession of electronic devices containing child pornography.

    Others arrested around the country are alleged to have committed various crimes including the production, distribution, and possession of child sexual abuse material, online enticement and transportation of minors, and child sex trafficking. In Minneapolis, for example, a state trooper and Army Reservist was arrested for allegedly producing child sexual abuse material while wearing his uniforms. In Norfolk, VA, an illegal alien from Mexico is accused of transporting a minor across state lines for sex. In Washington, D.C., a former Metropolitan Police Department Police Officer was arrested for allegedly trafficking minor victims.

    In many cases, parental vigilance and community outreach efforts played a critical role in bringing these offenders to justice. For example, a California man was arrested about eight hours after a young victim bravely came forward and disclosed their abuse to FBI agents after an online safety presentation at a school near Albany, N.Y.

    This effort follows the Department’s observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April and underscores the Department’s unwavering commitment to protecting children and raising awareness about the dangers they face. While the Department, including the FBI, investigates and prosecutes these crimes every day, April serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of preventing these crimes, seeking justice for victims, and raising awareness through community education.

    The Justice Department is committed to combating child sexual exploitation. These cases were brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, visit www.justice.gov/psc.

    The Department partners with and oversees funding grants for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which receives and shares tips about possible child sexual exploitation received through its 24/7 hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST and on missingkids.org.

    The Department urges the public to remain vigilant and report suspected exploitation of a child through the FBI’s tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324), tips.fbi.gov, or by calling your local FBI field office.

    Other online resources:

    Violent Crimes Against Children

    How we can help you: Parents and caregivers protecting your kids

    An indictment or complaint is merely an allegation. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Cornyn, Fetterman, Lankford, Gallego Introduce SHIELD Against CCP Act

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Texas John Cornyn
    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senators John Cornyn (R-TX), John Fetterman (D-PA), James Lankford (R-OK), and Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) introduced the SHIELD Against CCP Act, which would create a dedicated working group at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to address threats posed by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP):
    “To effectively counter China, the U.S. must target them from all angles and through all agencies,” said Sen. Cornyn. “This widely supported, commonsense legislation would allow the Department of Homeland Security to arm itself with the tools to protect our sovereignty against the CCP’s malign influence.”
    “The CCP controls everything that happens in China and they will cheat, steal, and poison our communities if it helps them get ahead. They supply the chemicals behind the fentanyl claiming Pennsylvanian lives, rig our immigration rules, and rip off ideas from American companies. Enough is enough,” said Sen. Fetterman. “I’m teaming up with Senators Cornyn, Gallego, and Lankford on the SHIELD Against CCP Act to make sure DHS has the muscle to punch back and keep our people safe.”
    “The Chinese Communist Party threatens our sovereignty—whether it’s flooding our border with illegal immigrants, launching cyberattacks, or pushing deadly fentanyl into our communities,” said Sen. Lankford. “The SHIELD Against CCP Act provides the Department of Homeland Security with the necessary tools to address these challenges directly, safeguard our borders, and protect the American people.”
    “Fentanyl has devastated communities across Arizona for too long, and we need to use every tool available to stop the flow of this deadly drug into our country,” said Sen. Gallego. “This bipartisan bill will help DHS understand how the Chinese Communist Party is exploiting our border and fueling fentanyl trafficking, so we can close those gaps and keep our communities safe.”
    Companion legislation, led by Congressmen Dale Strong (AL-05) and Tom Suozzi (NY-03), overwhelmingly passed the House of Representatives 409-4.
    Background:
    The SHIELD Against CCP Act would establish a working group within the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to:
    Examine, assess, and report on efforts by DHS to counter terrorist, cybersecurity, border and port security, and transportation security threats posed to the U.S. by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), including:
    Exploitation of the U.S. immigration system through identify theft, visa processes, unlawful border crossings, human smuggling, and human trafficking;
    Predatory economic and trade practices, including trafficking of counterfeit and pirated goods, use of forced labor, customs fraud, and IP theft;
    Direct or indirect support of Transnational Criminal Organizations (TCOs) trafficking fentanyl, illicit drug precursors, and other controlled substances through the US border, international mail shipments, or express consignment operations;
    And support for illicit financial activity by Chinese Money Laundering Organizations.

    Review information gathered by federal, state, and local law enforcement relating to threats, and disseminate such information to relevant authorities;
    Submit an annual report on its activities to the Homeland Security, Finance, Judiciary, Foreign Relations, and Banking Committees;
    And sunset seven years post-establishment.
    The bill would also require DHS Science and Technology Directorate to research technologies and techniques to enhance DHS’s security and situational awareness related to countering threats posed to the U.S. by the CCP.
    The SHIELD Against CCP Act is endorsed by the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA), National Border Patrol Council, National Fusion Center Association, Major County Sheriffs of America, National Narcotics Officers’ Associations’ Coalition, and National HIDTA Director’s Association (NHDA).

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  • MIL-OSI New Zealand: One before the courts following operation targeting drug dealers in Queenstown

    Source: New Zealand Police

    A 39-year-old man is before the courts following an operation targeting illicit drug dealing in Queenstown, alongside the seizure of multiple illicit drugs and around $45,000 cash.

    Following an investigation into the distribution of illicit drugs in the community, Police executed a search warrant at a Queenstown property yesterday morning.

    The man was arrested and charged in relation to the operation.

    Following the arrest, a search of the residence located varying amounts of ketamine, cocaine, MDMA, LSD, cannabis, and psilocybin.

    Digital scales were also located, alongside $45,000 cash.

    Detective Sergeant Miriam Chittenden says Police is pleased with the result from this operation.

    “We work hard to disrupt the supply of illicit drugs within our community as we see first-hand the serious impacts and harm from these illicit drugs every day.

    Police will continue to target those who supply illicit drugs, which cause extreme harm and damage to our communities. However, we cannot do this alone, and we ask that anyone with information about the supply of illicit drugs contacts us through 105, either online or via phone.

    Information can also be reported to your local Police station or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 0800 555 111.

    We encourage anyone affected by drug addiction to seek help through Alcohol and Drug helpline on 0800 787 797, or free text 8681.

    The 39-year-old man is due to appear in Queenstown District Court on Monday 12 May, charged with multiple charges including offers to supply LSD, offers to supply psilocybin, possession of cocaine, and possession of MDMA.

    ENDS

    Issued by Police Media Centre. 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Attorney General Bonta Busts Fraudster for Stealing Over $400,000 from a Citizen of the Pechanga Band of Indians

    Source: US State of California

    Wednesday, May 7, 2025

    Contact: (916) 210-6000, agpressoffice@doj.ca.gov

    ORANGE COUNTY – California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced the filing of felony charges against a caretaker for stealing over $400,000 from a citizen of the Pechanga Band of Indians who was a dependent adult in her care. The California Department of Justice (DOJ) received a referral from the FBI alleging that the caretaker embezzled money from the victim to pay for personal expenses. These funds were received monthly by the victim from the Pechanga Tribe.
     
    “Caretakers have a profound responsibility to treat those in their care with the highest level of compassion and dignity,” said Attorney General Bonta. “They support individuals during some of the most challenging moments in their lives. At the California Department of Justice, we are committed to fighting against all types of abuse, theft, and neglect. We will take prompt action to hold accountable anyone who exploits or harms vulnerable members of our communities.”
     
    It is alleged that between October 2018 and January 2021, the caretaker used the victim’s funds to pay for vacations, luxurious dinners, mortgage payments, and other personal expenses. DOJ filed criminal charges in the Orange County Superior Court for Embezzlement, Theft from a Dependent Adult, and Grand Theft exceeding $100,000. 
     
    It is important to note that criminal charges must be proven in a court of law. Every defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
     
    The California Department of Justice’s Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (DMFEA) works to protect Californians by investigating and prosecuting those responsible for abuse, neglect, and fraud committed against elderly and dependent adults in the state, and those who perpetrate fraud on the Medi-Cal program.

    The Division of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse receives 75 percent of its funding from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services under a grant award totaling $69,244,976 for Federal fiscal year (FY) 2025. The remaining 25 percent is funded by the State of California. FY 2025 is from October 1, 2024, through September 30, 2025.
     
    A copy of the complaint can be found here. 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: ICE San Diego, multiagency case results in guilty conviction for would-be sex trafficker attempting to entice, coerce child and adult into prostitution

    Source: US Immigration and Customs Enforcement

    SAN DIEGO — Steven Terrell Lewis, 39, of El Cajon, was convicted by a federal jury May 6 for attempted coercion and enticement of a 14-year-old high school student and attempted sex trafficking by force or coercion of a 22-year-old woman. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force, the National City Police Department, the El Cajon Police Department, the San Diego Sheriff’s Office and the San Diego District Attorney’s Office are investigating this case.

    “This guilty verdict sends the powerful message that those who exploit children will be held accountable to the fullest extent of the law,” said ICE Homeland Security Investigations San Diego Special Agent in Charge Shawn Gibson. “This outcome is the result of relentless cooperation among local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. Our agency remains steadfast in our mission to bring perpetrators of these heinous crimes to justice and to stand beside every victim until justice is served.”

    According to evidence presented at the April 22, 2024, trial, the 14-year-old victim was walking to a friend’s house after school around 3 p.m. in El Cajon when Lewis used his vehicle to pin her on the sidewalk, exited his vehicle, and snatched her cellphone from her hand to get her phone number. Lewis then proceeded to send sexually explicit text messages from a phone number ending in 8155 to the victim before she was able to block the phone number. On April 23, 2024, Lewis continued texting the victim, except this time from a different phone number through TextFree, a mobile application and web service, from a phone number ending in 0014.

    When Lewis identified himself as “Pimpin,” he sent a sexually explicit photograph to the 14-year-old victim and invited her to “go get some money” with him. She immediately notified a coach at her high school, who alerted the El Cajon Police Department and the San Diego Sheriff’s Office.

    One week after Lewis’ attempt to sex traffic the minor victim failed, on April 28, 2024, he began recruiting the 22-year-old victim through MegaPersonals and sent a ride-share vehicle to take her to Roosevelt Avenue in National City, known as “The Blade,” to work street-based prostitution for his financial benefit. Fortunately, the next day, an undercover National City police officer posing as a commercial sex buyer picked up the adult victim offered her resources to leave prostitution. However, Lewis continued to message the adult victim (from both phone numbers ending in 8155 and 0014), threatening her to continue to engage in commercial sex for his benefit.

    Officers from the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force arrested Lewis May 16, 2024, following physical surveillance of Lewis and searches of his vehicles, residence and cellphones.

    The victims did not know each other.

    Investigators believe that other victims exist because, during a search of Lewis’ phone, they discovered a photograph of a handwritten note that appears to have been written by a concerned parent. The note reads, “If I find out one more time that this car is following my daughter down Graves Ave we will have a problem. I suggest you f—- chill.”

    At the time, Lewis was driving two vehicles registered to him, including a white, four-door 1996 Oldsmobile bearing California license plate number 3TIF671:

    He also drove a brown or beige-colored, four-door 1986 Chevrolet bearing California license plate number 1REC517:

    If you or someone you know has had an encounter with Lewis or you know the author of the note, investigators ask that you contact the San Diego Human Trafficking Task Force by calling 888-373-7888 or texting 233733.

    “The jury’s guilty verdicts are a powerful reminder that human trafficking has no place in our society. These verdicts are not just justice for the victims — it is a warning to human traffickers everywhere that those who exploit and attempt to exploit others for profit will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of law, no matter how long it takes,” said U.S. Attorney Adam Gordon. “I commend the bravery of the survivors who came forward. Their truth helped convict a predator — and protect countless others.”

    “Every year, there are thousands of reported human trafficking cases across the United States — including right here in California,” said California Attorney General Rob Bonta. “Whether it’s for sex or labor, abusing power to force or coerce someone into doing something against their will is wrong. At the California Department of Justice, we’re committed to standing up for survivors, disrupting and dismantling human trafficking rings, and securing justice. I am thankful for our federal, state and local partners because it takes all of us to combat human trafficking. If you or someone you know has been affected by human trafficking, there are resources available to you. You are not alone.”

    “As a member of the Human Trafficking Task Force, the protection of our youth is our top priority,” said San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl. “This case highlights the importance of collaboration and the need to share information in order to bring suspects like this into custody.”

    Lewis is scheduled to be sentenced Aug. 1.

    This case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Lyndzie M. Carter and Derek Ko.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Middletown Man Indicted for Violent Crime Spree

    Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime News

    WILMINGTON, Del. – A federal grand jury in the District of Delaware returned a four-count indictment on April 10, 2025, charging a Middletown man with robbing a restaurant and a gas station and committing a carjacking – all at gunpoint.

    According to court documents, on January 25, 2025, Anthony Fields, 48, of Middletown robbed a Middletown restaurant using a distinctive sawed-off shotgun with a duct-taped handle.  Five days later, Fields robbed a Middletown gas station brandishing the same distinctive sawed-off shotgun.  During these robberies, Fields stole cash, lottery tickets, and a gas station employee’s cell phone.  While fleeing the gas station robbery, Fields carjacked an occupied 2016 Hyundai Elantra, pointing the sawed-off shotgun at the victim driver.

    Despite Fields’ attempts to evade law enforcement, the Middletown Police Department and the FBI traced Fields’ movements in the days following his crime spree through witness testimony, phone and lottery ticket records, and video surveillance.  The investigation revealed that Fields cashed some of the stolen lottery tickets and abandoned the stolen car at a nearby casino before traveling to Philadelphia.  Fields turned himself in to authorities on February 2, 2025.  He remains in federal custody.

    The indictment charges Fields with two counts of Hobbs Act Robbery, one count of carjacking, and one count of brandishing and using a firearm in relation to a Hobbs Act Robbery.  If convicted of all counts, Fields faces a mandatory minimum of seven years of incarceration for brandishing and using the firearm, in addition to any penalties for the underlying crimes, and a maximum penalty of life in prison.  A federal district court judge will determine any sentence after consideration of the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and other statutory factors.

    Shannon T. Hanson, Acting U.S. Attorney for the District of Delaware, and Special Agent in Charge William J. DelBagno of the FBI’s Baltimore Field Office made the announcement.

    This case is being investigated by the Middletown Police Department and the FBI.  Assistant U.S. Attorneys Kevin P. Pierce and Bryan C. Williamson are prosecuting the case.

    This case is part of Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.

    A copy of this press release is located on the website of the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Delaware.  Related court documents and information is located on the website of the District Court for the District of Delaware or on PACER.

    An indictment contains allegations that a defendant has committed a crime.  Every defendant is presumed to be innocent until and unless proven guilty in court.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Restore Justice: 205 Child Sex Abuse Offenders Arrested in FBI-led Nationwide Crackdown, Including Six in North Carolina

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    RALEIGH, N.C. – Today, the Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Restore Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track and arrest child sex predators. The operation resulted in the rescue of 115 children and the arrests of 205 child sexual abuse offenders in the nationwide crackdown.  The coordinated effort was executed over the course of five days by all 55 FBI field offices, the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section in the Department’s Criminal Division, and United States Attorney’s Offices around the country.

    “The Department of Justice will never stop fighting to protect victims — especially child victims — and we will not rest until we hunt down, arrest, and prosecute every child predator who preys on the most vulnerable among us,” said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. “I am grateful to the FBI and their state and local partners for their incredible work in Operation Restore Justice and have directed my prosecutors not to negotiate.”

    “Every child deserves to grow up free from fear and exploitation, and the FBI will continue to be relentless in our pursuit of those who exploit the most vulnerable among us,” said FBI Director Kash Patel. “Operation Restore Justice proves that no predator is out of reach and no child will be forgotten. By leveraging the strength of all our field offices and our federal, state and local partners, we’re sending a clear message: there is no place to hide for those who prey on children.”

    The FBI’s Charlotte Field Office arrested six people as part of this operation across North Carolina.

    • John Matthew Miller, of Wilmington, 35, is charged with sex trafficking of a minor; enticing a minor to engage in illegal sexual conduct; and producing, distributing, receiving, and possessing child sexual abuse material. Miller was previously convicted of sexual battery and was a registered sex offender at the time of the offense. Miller faces at least 25 years and up to life in prison if convicted on all counts.
    • Jesse Lonzo Teal, of Bolivia, 72, also known as “Lonnie” and “Mark,” is charged with sex trafficking of a minor, enticing a minor to engage in illegal sexual conduct, producing child sexual abuse material, and using the internet to promote an illegal prostitution business enterprise. He faces at least ten years and up to life imprisonment if convicted on all counts.
    • William Justin Lewis, of Louisburg, 54, is charged with distributing child sexual abuse material and possessing child sexual abuse material. He faces at least five years in federal prison and up to twenty years on each distribution count and up to twenty years on the possession count.
    • Donte Melvin Peek, of Durham, 34, is charged with attempted enticement of a minor, distribution of child sexual abuse material, receipt of child sexual abuse material, and possession of child sexual abuse material. He faces at least 10 years imprisonment and up to life imprisonment on the enticement charge and up to twenty years in federal prison on the possession count, if convicted.
    • Jonathan Robert Davlin, of Huntersville, 48, is charged with transportation of child sexual abuse material and possession and access with intent to view child sexual abuse material involving prepubescent minors. He faces at least five years and up to twenty years imprisonment on the transportation count and up to twenty years imprisonment on the possession count.
    • Terrell Shawn Anderson, previously of Charlotte, 30, is charged with distributing child sexual abuse material and possession child sexual abuse material. He faces at least five years in federal prison and up to twenty years on each distribution count and up to twenty years on the possession count. He was arrested by FBI Atlanta.

    “These important cases reflect the unwavering commitment of our office and our justice system to protect the most vulnerable members of our community—our children. We will continue to work closely with the FBI and our other law enforcement partners to ensure that those who commit such heinous acts are held accountable,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Daniel P. Bubar for the Eastern District of North Carolina. “There is no place in our community for those who prey on children, and we will do everything we can to not only seek justice for the victims, but to prevent additional child exploitation crimes.”

    “Producing and exchanging child sexual abuse material (CSAM) is a sickening reality in our world and it’s not just happening on the dark web. Pedophiles use the same platforms your family and friends use. No matter where this crime is occurring the FBI will find you. The Violent Crimes Against Children (VCAC) program is uniquely positioned to work complex global and multijurisdictional crimes against children with the capacity to counter threats of abuse and exploitation of children,” said Robert M. DeWitt, the FBI Special Agent in Charge in North Carolina.

    Others arrested around the country are alleged to have committed various crimes including the production, distribution, and possession of child sexual abuse material, online enticement and transportation of minors, and child sex trafficking. In Minneapolis, for example, a state trooper and Army Reservist was arrested for allegedly producing child sexual abuse material while wearing his uniforms. In Norfolk, VA, an illegal alien from Mexico is accused of transporting a minor across state lines for sex. In Washington, D.C., a former Metropolitan Police Department Police Officer was arrested for allegedly trafficking minor victims. 

    In many cases, parental vigilance and community outreach efforts played a critical role in bringing these offenders to justice. For example, a California man was arrested about eight hours after a young victim bravely came forward and disclosed their abuse to FBI agents after an online safety presentation at a school near Albany, N.Y.

    This effort follows the Department’s observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, and underscores the Department’s unwavering commitment to protecting children and raising awareness about the dangers they face. While the Department, including the FBI, investigates and prosecutes these crimes every day, April serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of preventing these crimes, seeking justice for victims, and raising awareness through community education.

    The Justice Department is committed to combating child sexual exploitation. These cases were brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, visit www.justice.gov/psc.

    The Department partners with and oversees funding grants for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which receives and shares tips about possible child sexual exploitation received through its 24/7 hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST and on missingkids.org. The Department urges the public to remain vigilant and report suspected exploitation of a child through the FBI’s tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324), tips.fbi.gov, or by calling your local FBI field office.

    Other online resources:

    Electronic Press Kit

    Violent Crimes Against Children

    How we can help you: Parents and caregivers protecting your kids

     

    An indictment is merely an allegation. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Restore Justice: 205 Alleged Child Sex Abuse Offenders Arrested in FBI-Led Five-Day Nationwide Crackdown

    Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime Alerts (c)

    Seven cases move forward in Western Washington during National Child Abuse Prevention month

    Seattle – Today, the Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Restore Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track and arrest child sex predators.  The operation resulted in the rescue of 115 children and the arrest of 205 child sexual abuse offenders in the nationwide crackdown.  The coordinated effort was executed by all 55 FBI field offices, the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section in the Department’s Criminal Division, and United States Attorney’s Offices around the country.

    “The Department of Justice will never stop fighting to protect victims — especially child victims — and we will not rest until we hunt down, arrest, and prosecute every child predator who preys on the most vulnerable among us,” said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. “I am grateful to the FBI and their state and local partners for their incredible work in Operation Restore Justice and have directed my prosecutors not to negotiate.”

    “Every child deserves to grow up free from fear and exploitation, and the FBI will continue to be relentless in our pursuit of those who exploit the most vulnerable among us,” said FBI Director Kash Patel. “Operation Restore Justice proves that no predator is out of reach and no child will be forgotten. By leveraging the strength of all our field offices and our federal, state, and local partners, we’re sending a clear message: there is no place to hide for those who prey on children.”

    In the Western District of Washington, seven federal cases moved forward with criminal charges, pleas, and/or sentencings of those who target minors for sexual abuse.

    “There is no greater responsibility than protecting our children from those seeking to sexually abuse them, either online or in person,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Teal Luthy Miller. “The cases we prosecuted over the last month charging child sexual exploitation in person and over the internet, and child sex trafficking are examples of the difficult work we do every day with our law enforcement partners to try to keep children safe.”

    “FBI Seattle’s Violent Crimes Against Children squad and our partners are hard at work, not only during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, but also throughout the year,” said W. Mike Herrington, Special Agent in Charge of the FBI Seattle field office. “We are arresting predators, recovering children, and assisting victims through the support of our victim specialists. Just this fiscal year in the Seattle division, we have arrested 122 subjects and identified or located 59 children.”

    These are the FBI-led child sex abuse cases prosecuted in the Western District of Washington in April 2025:

    Others arrested around the country are alleged to have committed various crimes including the production, distribution, and possession of child sexual abuse material, online enticement and transportation of minors, and child sex trafficking. In Minneapolis, for example, a state trooper and Army Reservist was arrested for allegedly producing child sexual abuse material while wearing his uniforms. In Norfolk, VA, an illegal alien from Mexico is accused of transporting a minor across state lines for sex. In Washington, D.C., a former Metropolitan Police Department Police Officer was arrested for allegedly trafficking minor victims.

    In many cases, parental vigilance and community outreach efforts played a critical role in bringing these offenders to justice. For example, a California man was arrested about eight hours after a young victim bravely came forward and disclosed their abuse to FBI agents after an online safety presentation at a school near Albany, N.Y.

    This effort follows the Department’s observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April and underscores the Department’s unwavering commitment to protecting children and raising awareness about the dangers they face. While the Department, including the FBI, investigates and prosecutes these crimes every day, April serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of preventing these crimes, seeking justice for victims, and raising awareness through community education.

    The Justice Department is committed to combating child sexual exploitation. These cases were brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, visit www.justice.gov/psc.

    The Department partners with and oversees funding grants for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which receives and shares tips about possible child sexual exploitation received through its 24/7 hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST and on missingkids.org.

    The Department urges the public to remain vigilant and report suspected exploitation of a child through the FBI’s tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324), tips.fbi.gov, or by calling your local FBI field office.

    Other online resources:

    Electronic Press Kit

    Violent Crimes Against Children

    How we can help you: Parents and caregivers protecting your kids

    The charges contained in the indictments or criminal complaints are only allegations.  A person is presumed innocent unless and until he or she is proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

    These cases are being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys Cecelia Gregson, Kate Crisham, and Special Assistant United States Attorney Laura Harmon. Ms. Harmon is a Senior Deputy Prosecutor with the King County Prosecutors Office, specially designated to prosecute child exploitation cases in federal court.

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  • MIL-OSI: Best Fortune Teller Online For Accurate Fortune Telling In 2025 – The Psychic Experts

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Connect with the best fortune teller online offering accurate fortune telling and powerful insights about the future, love life, career path, and more.

    SAN FRANCISCO, CA, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The psychic experts have just ranked the best fortune tellers of 2025 for those who want to know what the future holds for them. With one platform, people can connect with reliable online fortune-telling services and get answers to their pressing questions.

    Discover your destiny with the best fortune tellers online, offering accurate fortune telling that delivers clarity, truth, and trusted predictions.

    ⇒ Find out what your future holds – talk to the best fortune teller now!

    As spiritual curiosity and the demand for real psychics increase globally, the psychic experts are proud to be a trusted platform that helps users find a live fortune teller for psychic reading or fortune telling. The psychic experts are a reputable platform that reviews the best fortune teller websites. These websites provide their services through different mediums like live chat readings, video sessions, and phone consultations.

    Now, people can experience the best fortune teller online and receive accurate fortune telling with clear answers to their most important life questions.

    ⇒ Don’t guess your future – ask the best fortune teller!

    How The Psychic Experts Pick the Best Fortune Tellers

    After years of rating fortune tellers and psychic readers, the psychic experts have just launched their own curated guide of the most accurate and trusted fortune tellers of 2025.

    This new list is not just a deeper and more polished look at the best fortune tellers online, but also justifies the ratings using the five-pillar evaluation that goes like this;

    1. Accuracy & Intuition

    Do these psychic readers align their readings with events and real-life emotions? 

    2. Communication Style

    Are they communicating with clarity, empathy, and honesty?

    3. Reading Tools & Techniques

    What reading tools are being used for fortune-telling for the fortune-telling services? Tarot, runes, clairvoyance, astrology, or some other medium?

    4. Ratings & Reviews

    Do these fortune tellers have consistently high user satisfaction and offer meaningful results?

    5. Ethics & Energy

    Do they offer genuine spiritual service or try to upsell or manipulate their clients?

    Find peace of mind with the best fortune tellers specializing in accurate fortune telling for love, career, and personal growth.

    ⇒ The answers you need are here – talk to a verified fortune teller!

    What Is Fortune Telling and Why Does It Matter in 2025?

    Fortune telling is most often mystified more than it should be, which leads to misunderstandings, too. Fortune telling is just gaining insights about the future of a person or about unknown events via a range of metaphysical tools. 

    This is why many people sometimes have doubts about the authenticity of fortune-telling platforms. However, other people still believe that tarot cards, palm reading, astrology, or clairvoyant visions hold immense value, which is why they are always seeking a good fortune teller who will illuminate their path and offer clarity, compassion, and spiritual precision, and predict other information about their life and future.

    Get real answers from the best fortune tellers using accurate fortune telling to help guide your decisions and reveal your true path.

    ⇒ Real insights, real answers – start accurate fortune telling!

    2025 is filled with shifting perspectives, career transitions, uncertainty, and spiritual awakenings for many people. This increases the demand for genuine fortune tellers who offer spiritual advice or affirmation. However, many people are still cautious about whether online fortune-telling platforms can be misleading or fake. But all those doubts can be eliminated if a person checks out reviews and ratings of fortune tellers and their services before booking, or even better, approach them with an authentic platform like the-psychic-experts.com.

    In 2025, more and more people are turning to the online fortune teller world, as from the comfort of their homes, they can receive spiritual awakening and answers to their complex questions. A live fortune teller, for example, can offer genuine interpretations of someone’s life and future, dreams and events, and can help people with:

    • New relationships
    • Critical business and career decisions
    • Spiritual or karmic guidance
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    • Dreams and their interpretation
    • Complex situations arise with everyday choices.

    ⇒ Ask anything, get instant answers from the best fortune teller!

    Why Online Fortune Telling Is Booming In 2025

    With the rise of technology use and digital platforms, people turn to the internet for answers to everything. For people who want guidance from fortune tellers for their everyday purposes or for reading and spiritual consultations, a dependable platform is very necessary that carefully analyzes all the psychic reading platforms and provides unbiased ratings and reviews so that spiritual seekers can connect with genuine fortune tellers.

    The psychic experts have analyzed more than a hundred fortune-telling websites and have produced a database that claims to offer the utmost clarity and customer satisfaction. With the use of the psychic experts, users can be assured that the fortune-telling services they are going to get will be of the highest quality.

    ⇒ Wondering what’s next? Ask the best fortune teller now!

    The rise of fortune teller online services in 2025 is more prominent than ever. 

    Especially the online services, as they are convenient, anonymous, and 24/7 accessible. These online consultations and fortune-telling have revolutionized the way people seek spiritual consultations. From the comfort of their home, during a lunch break, or during a late-night moment of anxiety, platforms like the psychic experts are one umbrella under which all the seasoned fortune tellers instantly come together.

    There are many benefits of online fortune-telling in 2025, and some of them are:

    • Instant access to fortune-telling: There is no need to book weeks in advance.
    • Global Access: Connecting spiritual seekers with top psychics from all over the world.
    • A variety of Tools Include tarot, astrology, runes, numerology, and mediumship.
    • Free Trials & Readings: Many people like to try a free fortune teller before they pay online.
    • Flexible Pricing: Such online fortune-telling services are available for every budget and urgency level.
    • Authenticity: Verified ratings by the-psychic-experts.com help people avoid scams related to online fortune-telling services.

    If you still don’t know where to begin, you can try the free fortune teller online feature on the-psychic-experts.com. It is risk-free and 100% genuine and authentic.

    ⇒ Discover your destiny with the best fortune teller today!

    Why the Whole World Is Turning to Online Fortune Tellers in 2025

    Fortune telling comes in many shapes and forms. However, one of the most desired forms of fortune-telling is called “reading” and “spiritual consultation.” This type of fortune telling doesn’t rely on specific methods or devices; rather, the fortune teller gives their client predictions and advice that they claim to have come from visions or spirits.

    So, whether it’s love, career, family, or personal growth, every modern spiritual guidance-seeking individual is turning to fortune teller online services for answers to their worldly and otherworldly problems. 

    ⇒ Free fortune teller is live – ask your question now!

    However, not all readers out there are genuine or exceptional. While many websites and apps have made access to fortune tellers quite easy and affordable, it is not necessary that the said fortune tellers will always turn out to be authentic or real. This is why it is important to make sure that the quality of fortune that you are going to get will be of the highest level.

    The demand for virtual guidance through mobile apps and websites has driven the rise of online spiritual consultations, but along with it comes a jungle of unvetted services.

    This is where the psychic expert steps in. The online fortune tellers that they recommend have been in business for more than a decade. They help people who want to avail themselves of fortune-telling services get connected to qualified professionals in this field so that people can gain spiritual insights into their minds, bodies, and spirits.

    Discover the best fortune teller trusted for accurate fortune telling that reveals your destiny with clarity and truth.

    ⇒ Talk to the best fortune teller now and change your life!

    The readings provided by these spiritual professionals are very accurate because they go through an intensive screening process, which depends on detailed user review analysis and direct testing. The rigorous selection process is the reason why this platform is trustworthy and ensures that every online fortune teller it ranks is 100% experienced and effective.

    Unlike random listings or paid placements, the list of best fortune tellers by the psychic experts in 2025 list represents the top 1% of spiritual advisors. The reason for their authenticity is vigorous testing for accuracy, communication levels with their clients, and spiritual alignment.

    ⇒ Don’t wait – get accurate fortune telling instantly online!

    What Sets an Accurate Fortune Teller Apart in 2025?

    What sets an accurate fortune teller apart in 2025 is their intuitive abilities and the various divination techniques that they use to make predictions about a person’s future. These fortune tellers are able to interpret symbols, read patterns, and use tools like palm lines, tarot cards, or tea leaves in order to offer guidance and spiritual insights to individuals. With this guidance, these individuals can navigate their life journey with much clarity and in the right direction. 

    Fortune tellers also provide their clients with a better understanding of their future and correlate them with present circumstances so that the individual may make better decisions in their life, reflect on themselves, and grow personally, professionally, or spiritually.

    ⇒ Your answers are waiting – get a free fortune teller reading!

    The best fortune teller isn’t someone who claims to have psychic abilities. It’s someone who can translate the unseen energies into clear, empowering messages for their clients.

    The in-depth reviews by the psychic experts reveal the major qualities that set apart a truly accurate fortune teller in today’s world, and these are:

    • Clarity in readings – There is no room for vague perceptions
    • Emotional intelligence – alongside empathetic delivery
    • Accurate predictions that match the desires and circumstances of the client 
    • Methodical tools – Using tarot, astrology, or numerology for fortune-telling
    • Live interaction – Creating a real-time connection

    Many top-rated psychics offer free fortune teller online sessions or discounted first readings, which greatly help users test their authenticity before committing.

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    Top Features That Make a Fortune Teller Platform the Best

    Not all online fortune teller services provide the same high level of quality as the psychic experts. Here’s what sets the most validated and genuine platforms apart from others;

    Verified Reader Profiles
    All listed readers are verified and undergo proper background checks and psychic ability assessments to see if they are eligible to be featured.

    Satisfaction Guarantee
    Clients are 100% satisfied that they can receive refunds or session credits if it doesn’t go as planned, thus adding a factor of trust to the transaction.

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    Real User Reviews
    Each psychic’s page has reviews from real users and transparent ratings, as well as client feedback and reading stats.

    Multiple Psychic Disciplines
    From astrology to numerology to clairvoyance, there are multiple disciplines on these platforms so that people can choose from their preferred method of Psychic reading.

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    Most Popular Online Fortune Telling Methods in 2025

    If you want to reach out to a fortune teller in 2025, there are many easy ways to do so. Their availability in the digital world has also made it easy to reach out to spiritual readers via an electronic device, either with a phone call, an Android app, or a website like the-psychic-experts.com.

    Many online psychic platforms offer different ways to connect with fortune tellers. 

    Online fortune telling is an accessible spiritual art now, and through the following mediums, a person can easily contact a fortune teller anytime and anywhere in the world:

    • Live Chat Readings – Live chat readings are perfect for users who want quick answers and privacy.
    • Video Sessions – Video sessions help clients who want facial cues and a full, energetic presence during their session.
    • Phone Consultations – Phone consultations are both an old and modern method of reading, as they offer a direct, voice-to-voice connection.
    • Email Readings – Email readings are also perfect for those who prefer detailed, written records of spiritual insights.

    Each method of fortune telling has its own advantages, disadvantages, and energy levels, so the psychic experts recommend that users try more than one type of psychic reading medium to see which suits them best.

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    Most Popular Fortune Telling Services in 2025

    People wondering what the future holds for them or having trouble navigating their life’s twists seek help from reliable fortune tellers, who act like a compass in their complex lives and set them on a journey of self-discovery. The psychic experts review and reveal the most seasoned and genuine psychics, tarot readers, and astrologers, all of whom act as a beacon of insight in the day-to-day life of their spiritual seekers.

    While the-psychic-experts.com sheds light on the expert advisors that unveil the spiritual connections and energies associated with people that they didn’t even know existed, there are some pros and cons associated with online fortune-telling services.

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    Pros

    One of the benefits of online fortune-telling services is that there are hundreds of psychic readers available online who are ready to help people who seek guidance from them. They have been present in this psychic industry for years, sometimes more than 2 or 3 decades. Many fortune-telling platforms have mobile applications, both for iOS and Android, that people use to access fortune-telling services from anywhere in the world. Psychic reading and fortune telling use a wide range of services and tools to make sure that the spiritual guidance they offer is accurate and genuine.

    Cons

    One of the drawbacks of online fortune-telling services is that a person may need to book psychic reading services in advance. However, the psychic experts also shed light on some psychic readers who offer a free initial consultation or demo for first-time users. Some people may also find fortune-telling services expensive.

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    Different Types Of Fortune Telling Services In 2025

    Fortune telling is a very broad and intricate practice. It utilizes centuries of spiritual wisdom and intuitive insight and brings it right in front of those who seek this knowledge. Whether a person is out to seek clarity, direction, or a new way of life, fortune tellers can offer them multiple services that help them reconnect with their inner self and get spiritual guidance. Here are the most common types of services offered by fortune tellers in 2025;

    Fortune Telling

    This is the umbrella under which all other psychic and spiritual services fall. 

    Fortune telling is the navigation of signs, energies, and symbols to provide insight into the past, present, and future of a user. 

    It uses tools like crystal balls and runes and even utilizes more intuitive practices like clairvoyance to help seekers who want answers to their life’s uncertainties. 

    Fortune-telling sessions focus on personal concerns, such as love, family, money, health, and purpose, and another labyrinth of possibilities of life, and help individuals see the path more clearly, even when their whole life is chaotic.

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    Psychic Readings

    Psychic readings go beyond what the eyes can see. 

    Psychic readings use heightened intuition and extrasensory perception, such as cosmic airwaves, to pick up on energy fields, emotional vibrations, and spiritual signals around the person who came to the psychic. 

    The goal is not about prediction. Rather, it is about perspective. 

    A psychic can unveil hidden insights and help someone make much sense of their inner conflicts. Such psychics also help people understand emotional imbalances or navigate an important decision. 

    These psychic readings are very personal and can affect both grounding and illuminating the path of a person.

    Love Readings

    Relationships are one of the most common reasons people seek spiritual guidance. Sometimes, they are new, long-standing, but most of the time, complicated. 

    Love psychics or relationship-focused fortune tellers provide a way to understand emotional dynamics, compatibility, soulmate connections, and romantic obstacles between two people. 

    These readings peel away the emotional layers beneath a relationship and decode the feelings, intentions, and future potential of both partners involved.

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    Tarot Readings

    Tarot is a timeless art of psychic reading.

    It is an intuitive form of divination that reveals the past, present, and future. It uses a deck of 78 symbolic cards, with each card representing a theme, energy, or message. 

    A person will be told to pick a card, and then the reader will interpret the card based on their position and the question at hand.

    This method of psychic reading reveals complex narratives about the querent’s past, present, and future. These readings can clarify complex situations, offer insights into unseen influences, and help a person better understand their own emotions.

    Dream Analysis

    Dreams are productions of the subconscious mind, but they always try to tell us something.

    It is the subconscious mind’s way of speaking. Dream interpreters act as translators of dreams and nightmares. They can analyze symbols, emotions, and patterns in dreams and decode what the dream is trying to communicate. 

    Whether it’s a recurring dream or an unsettling nightmare, dream analysis reveals buried emotions, unresolved issues, or hidden desires. This psychic reading service even suggests the spiritual or prophetic meaning behind dreams and emotions that we experience in sleep.

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    Astrology Readings

    Astrology is the study of planetary movements and their celestial alignments and how they influence life on Earth. 

    An astrologer can map out cosmic constellations and create a natal chart that uses the exact time, date, and location of a person’s birth to uncover hidden traits, tendencies, and life patterns. 

    So, whether a psychic reader is looking at your solar return for the year ahead, investigating your relationship compatibility with your partner, or understanding a difficult life phase, astrology readings provide a cosmic map for solving life’s rhythms.

    Career Forecasts

    Accurate fortune tellers can also help people align with their professional purpose. 

    These readers will utilize the power of intuition, energetic sensing, and sometimes tools like numerology or astrology to identify where someone’s talents truly lie. 

    Career readings are mostly booked by professionals who are dealing with work-related challenges, entrepreneurial possibilities, timing for job changes, or when a new opportunity arises, and they want to know whether it will bring success for them or not.

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    Numerology Readings

    Numerology is the study of the energetic vibrations of numbers.

    They govern how these numbers relate to human life. 

    Every letter in a person’s name and every digit in their birth date holds a numeric value that has immense power, and that reveals information about their character, strengths, life cycles, and karmic lessons. 

    Numerology readings uncover these hidden messages to provide clarity on their purpose and the timing of events in their life.

    Occult Readings

    For those drawn to esoteric mysteries and the deeper mystical truths, some fortune tellers offer readings that are rooted in the occult sciences. 

    These sessions are different from others and explore symbolism, ritual magic, elemental energies, spiritual entities, or ancient esoteric systems. 

    They’re mostly suited for individuals who have the power and the mental abilities to confront the hidden forces influencing their lives, as these types of readings often involve exploring the subconscious or spirit world through unique and sacred methods.

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    Palmistry

    Also known as palm reading, Palmistry is the ancient art that involves analyzing the shape, lines, and texture of a person’s hand. These patterns help a reader gain insight into the personality, experiences, and future of their client. 

    Every person’s palm is said to carry their narrative. 

    The lifeline, heartline, and headline are just a few, among others, that are read in combination to reveal one’s emotional tendencies, mental strengths, career prospects, and life trajectory.

    Graphology

    Graphology, or handwriting analysis, involves reading the way a person writes. In this way, the psychic reader can gain insight into their personality, emotional state, and thought patterns. 

    Everything from the pressure of the pen to the slant of a signature has a meaning and could carry psychological significance. Graphologists interpret these details to reveal hidden truths that may not be expressed verbally.

    Paranormal Readings

    Paranormal psychics explore realms that lie beyond the normal range of perception. 

    These readings focus on spiritual encounters, supernatural events, or unexplained phenomena. 

    For individuals who believe that they’ve experienced things, like hauntings, spirit contact, or energetic disturbances, paranormal readings are a great way for readers to offer them validation and clarity around those otherworldly experiences.

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    Past Life Exploration

    Some readers claim that the soul undergoes multiple incarnations, and those incarnations echo from past lives and influence the present day. 

    Past life readers use intuitive impressions, visualizations, or regressions to explore a person’s soul history. 

    These readings can help a reader understand irrational fears, recurring dreams, deep attractions, or unexplained patterns that seem to bother their clients and follow them throughout their current lives.

    Picture Readings

    In picture readings, the fortune teller uses a photograph to measure the energy around a person.

    That photograph could be of a person, place, or object, and it acts as an energetic anchor. 

    The reader will go deep into the vibration within the image to reveal hidden truths, emotional energy, or unresolved spiritual connections. 

    This type of reading is very useful when someone wants insight into a person who cannot be physically present for the session.

    Faith-Based and Spiritual Readings

    For those people who come from religious or spiritual backgrounds, some readers offer insights into scriptural wisdom, prayer, or divine guidance. 

    These readings center around faith, life purpose, and spiritual alignment. 

    They may also involve messages that the readers say are received from higher beings or spiritual guardians, thus depending on the tradition and belief system that is being practiced by the spiritual seeker.

    ⇒ Ask anything – the best fortune teller is online now!

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What exactly does a fortune teller do?

    Fortune tellers interpret symbols, energies, or spiritual signs and guide where your life is headed. 

    They use tools like tarot cards, astrology charts, Palmistry, or intuitive abilities to gain insights into past experiences, current events, or future possibilities for their clients.

    Are fortune-telling services accurate?

    Fortune telling is less about prediction and more about perception. A fortune teller, even the most genuine one, cannot accurately predict every detail of your future with scientific precision. 

    However, what they can offer is intuitive guidance, emotional clarity, and fresh perspectives. This type of guidance can help you make better decisions. 

    The accuracy of a fortune-telling service often depends on the reader’s skill, your openness, and the type of questions you ask.

    What types of questions can I ask a fortune teller?

    You can ask about anything. You can ask a fortune teller about relationships, careers, finances, health, life purpose, spiritual growth, or emotional challenges. Anything that you want answers to.

    The more specific your question is, the better, insightful, and more resourceful your reading will be.

    Do I need to believe in the supernatural for a reading to work?

    Not at all. 

    You don’t need to believe in the supernatural if you want to avail of fortune-telling services.

    While some people do approach fortune telling from a spiritual or mystical perspective, others are just using it as a tool for self-reflection or decision-making. 

    All you need to do is come with an open mind and a willingness to explore new insights.

    How do I choose the right type of reading?

    Fortune telling or psychic reading is the safest and common method of reading.

    If you’re unsure, start with a general fortune-telling or psychic reading. 

    However, if you have a specific question in mind, like love, career, or past lives, then there are other types of services available. You can choose a reader who specializes in that field. 

    Many services also offer short and free trial readings, so you can test the reader before paying in full.  

    Is my information kept confidential?

    Yes. 

    Professional fortune tellers will keep all your information private as they respect your space and treat all readings as confidential. 

    So, feel free to share personal details or ask sensitive questions because your session is conducted with discretion and trust.

    How long does a typical reading last?

    Psychic reading times can vary from person to person. 

    While a basic session might last 10–20 minutes, if you need a more in-depth reading, your session can also extend up to 30–60 minutes or longer than that.

    Many platforms offer flexible time slots depending on your needs and budget.

    What’s the difference between a psychic and a fortune teller?

    The term “fortune teller” is a broad term. It includes many types of intuitive readers. 

    Psychics, on the other hand, use extrasensory perception (ESP) and other insights to tap into the unseen energies surrounding and associated with a person. 

    While all psychics can be fortunetelling tellers, not all fortune tellers are psychics.

    Can I get a reading online or over the phone?

    Absolutely. You can read online by availing yourself of the service of online fortune tellers.

    Many fortune tellers offer remote services through online chat, phone calls, or email. 

    These formats offer flexibility to people from all over the world, and you can be guaranteed that online fortune-telling services are just as effective as in-person readings. Platforms like the psychic experts allow you to connect with readers from anywhere in the world.

    How often should I get a reading?

    There’s no right or wrong answer.

    You can have readings as many times as you like or as your situation and personal needs demand. 

    Some people get readings regularly, some do it a few times a year, while others only seek fortune-telling services during major life events.

    Final Words

    Fortune’s telling’s beauty doesn’t just lie in the spiritual answers that you receive but in the questions that you come to ask. Fortune telling offers self-reflection, examines the patterns in your life, and gently nudges you toward personal empowerment.

    There is a wide array of services available in today’s world, from tarot and astrology to dream interpretation and past life exploration. However, fortune telling and psychic reading aren’t just limited to live demonstrations and face-to-face conversations. It is also available online via verified platforms like the-psychic-experts.com.

    These services aren’t just for the mystically inclined. 

    Every type of person, whether they are entrepreneurs, artists, parents, students, or skeptics, can turn to fortune tellers when their life isn’t going as planned or when they need guidance and clarity. 

    Ultimately, fortune-telling isn’t about meeting the unknown. It is about meeting yourself, acknowledging your intuition, accepting your energies, and getting the confidence to make the choices that are good for you. Fortune tellers may use a card draw, a birth chart, or a dream symbol to lead the person toward ultimate clarity and guidance.

    So, if you’ve ever felt the need to reach out to an authentic fortune teller, ask questions that are beyond the surface. They will help you seek guidance in life.

    The answers are not always black and white. Sometimes, they are murky and require input from your side as well. You might not walk away with clear answers, but fortune-telling is a much more powerful perspective and brings peace and a renewed sense of purpose to every person.

    So, if you’re ready to tap into clarity, check out the best online fortune tellers of 2025.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Lower Brule Man Sentenced to 27 Months in Federal Prison for for Possessing a Firearm While Using Drugs

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    PIERRE – United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced today that U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte has sentenced a Lower Brule, South Dakota, man convicted of Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person. The sentencing took place on May 6, 2025.

    Stephen Biviano Zapata, age 28, was sentenced to two years and three months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.

    Zapata was indicted by a federal grand jury in September 2024. He pleaded guilty on January 27, 2025.

    This conviction stems from a traffic stop on March 27, 2024, in Lower Brule, in the Lower Brule Sioux Indian Reservation. Law enforcement was aware Zapata had an outstanding tribal arrest warrant. Upon his arrest officers searched Zapata’s person and vehicle locating three baggies containing methamphetamine, other drug paraphernalia, and an AR-style semi-automatic rifle with two magazines containing 48 rounds of ammunition. Zapata admitted to being a methamphetamine user and submitted a sample for urinalysis testing that was positive for methamphetamine. Zapata is prohibited from possessing firearms based on his drug use.

    This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. On May 26, 2021, the Department launched a violent crime reduction strategy strengthening PSN based on these core principles: fostering trust and legitimacy in our communities, supporting community-based organizations that help prevent violence from occurring in the first place, setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the results.

    This case was investigated by the FBI, the Bureau of Indian Affairs-Office of Justice Services, Lower Brule Agency, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. Assistant U.S. Attorney Meghan Dilges prosecuted the case.

    Zapata was immediately remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Justice Department Announces Results Of Operation Restore Justice: 205 Child Sex Abuse Offenders Arrested in FBI-Led Nationwide Crackdown, Including 4 in the Western District of New York

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    BUFFALO, NY – Today, the Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Restore Justice, a coordinated enforcement effort to identify, track and arrest child sex predators.  The operation resulted in the rescue of 115 children and the arrests of 205 child sexual abuse offenders in the nationwide crackdown. The coordinated effort was executed over the course of five days by all 55 FBI field offices, the Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section in the Department’s Criminal Division, and United States Attorney’s Offices around the country.

    “The Department of Justice will never stop fighting to protect victims — especially child victims — and we will not rest until we hunt down, arrest, and prosecute every child predator who preys on the most vulnerable among us,” said Attorney General Pamela Bondi. “I am grateful to the FBI and their state and local partners for their incredible work in Operation Restore Justice and have directed my prosecutors not to negotiate.”

    “Every child deserves to grow up free from fear and exploitation, and the FBI will continue to be relentless in our pursuit of those who exploit the most vulnerable among us,” said FBI Director Kash Patel. “Operation Restore Justice proves that no predator is out of reach and no child will be forgotten. By leveraging the strength of all our field offices and our federal, state and local partners, we’re sending a clear message: there is no place to hide for those who prey on children.”

    “These arrests should send a clear message that, together with our law enforcement partners at all levels, we will track down and prosecute those who target our children,” stated U.S. Attorney Michael DiGiacomo. “Our office will never stop doing all that we can to protect children from these harmful predators.”

    “Operation Restore Justice’ sends a powerful message: the FBI is unwavering and united in its fight to protect our children,” said Matthew Miraglia, the Special Agent-in- Charge of the FBI’s Buffalo Field Office. “These arrests demonstrate the unwavering dedication of the FBI and our law enforcement partners. Our work does not stop here. The FBI is committed to holding predators accountable and pursuing justice for victims.”

    Arrested in the Western District of New York and charged with possession of child pornography are:

    Brian Keith, 68, of Niagara Falls, NY. During the execution of a search warrant on March 13, 2025, at Keith’s residence, Niagara Falls Police officers seized a DVR, laptop, five hard drives and two tablets. A review of the electronic devices recovered images of child pornography. Keith is a registered Level 3 sex offender.

    Matthew Kowalski, 25, of Kenmore, NY. In October 2024, he was sentenced to 10 years’ probation for Possessing a Sexual Performance of a Minor, a New York State Penal Law violation. On April 11, 2025, during an unannounced home visit by Erie County Probation Officers, a cellular phone with an SD card was found, which Kowalski was not permitted to possess. A search of the phone and SD card recovered multiple images and videos of suspected child pornography.

    Samari Thompson, 20, of Buffalo, NY. On November 4, 2024, investigators executed a search warrant at Thompson’s residence, seizing electronic devices, including a cellular telephone. A search of the cell phone recovered 48 images and 16 videos of suspected child pornography. Some of the images and videos depicted infants.

    Jamie R. Anderson, 25, of Buffalo, NY. In January 2022, Anderson was sentenced to 10 years’ probation for Possessing a Sexual Performance of a Minor, a New York State Penal Law violation. On July 3, 2024, the social media application Kik reported to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children that 13 video and image files of apparent child pornography were uploaded to their server. Subsequent investigation traced the uploaded files to Anderson. The investigation also determined that Anderson was the subject of two other tipline reports.

    Others arrested around the country are alleged to have committed various crimes including the production, distribution, and possession of child sexual abuse material, online enticement and transportation of minors, and child sex trafficking. In Minneapolis, for example, a state trooper and Army Reservist was arrested for allegedly producing child sexual abuse material while wearing his uniforms. In Norfolk, VA, an illegal alien from Mexico is accused of transporting a minor across state lines for sex. In Washington, D.C., a former Metropolitan Police Department Police Officer was arrested for allegedly trafficking minor victims.

    In many cases, parental vigilance and community outreach efforts played a critical role in bringing these offenders to justice. For example, a California man was arrested about eight hours after a young victim bravely came forward and disclosed their abuse to FBI agents after an online safety presentation at a school near Albany, N.Y.

    This effort follows the Department’s observance of National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April and underscores the Department’s unwavering commitment to protecting children and raising awareness about the dangers they face. While the Department, including the FBI, investigates and prosecutes these crimes every day, April serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of preventing these crimes, seeking justice for victims, and raising awareness through community education.

    The Justice Department is committed to combating child sexual exploitation. These cases were brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice. Led by U.S. Attorneys’ Offices and CEOS, Project Safe Childhood marshals federal, state, and local resources to better locate, apprehend, and prosecute individuals who exploit children via the internet, as well as to identify and rescue victims. For more information about Project Safe Childhood, visit www.justice.gov/psc.

    The Department partners with and oversees funding grants for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC), which receives and shares tips about possible child sexual exploitation received through its 24/7 hotline at 1-800-THE-LOST and on missingkids.org.

    The Department urges the public to remain vigilant and report suspected exploitation of a child through the FBI’s tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324), tips.fbi.gov, or by calling your local FBI field office.

    Other online resources:

    Electronic Press Kit

    Violent Crimes Against Children

    How we can help you: Parents and caregivers protecting your kids

    Arrests in the Western District of New York are the result of investigations by the Federal Bureau of Investigation Child Exploitation Task Force, the New York State Police, the Town of Tonawanda Police Department, the Niagara County Sheriff’s Office, the Erie County Probation Department, and the Niagara Falls Police Department.

    An indictment is merely an allegation. The defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Tooele County Man Indicted After Allegedly Assaulting Two Motorcyclists for “Trespassing”

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    SALT LAKE CITY, Utah – A federal grand jury returned an indictment today charging a Utah man with multiple violent crimes after he allegedly zip-tied, kidnapped, and assaulted two motorcyclists who were riding their bikes in Tooele County, Utah, when they unknowingly crossed onto the Skull Valley Indian Reservation.

    Russell Allen, 50, of Tooele County, Utah, was charged by complaint on April 28, 2025.

    According to court documents, on April 26, 2025, Allen and another person allegedly assaulted the victims and told them they were trespassing on Indian land. The victims were allegedly ordered to the ground facedown, zip-tied, kicked and threatened with a knife. Allen and the other person allegedly took the victims’ belongings, including their motorcycles, purportedly as an impound for trespassing. Law enforcement later recovered the motorcycles in a maintenance shed on Skull Valley Indian Reservation Road. However, a search warrant later showed that many of the stolen items (camera equipment, cash, gift cards, wallets, and cell phones) were not recovered. The victims were then transported in a truck traveling at an estimated 100 mph to a remote desert area. The victims were then released without any of their property and had to walk over 10 miles for help from the Dugway gate guards in a hike believed to have taken six or seven hours.

    Allen is charged with kidnapping, assault, and theft while within Indian Country. His initial appearance on the indictment is May 7, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in courtroom 8.4 before a U.S. Magistrate Judge at the Orrin G. Hatch United States District Courthouse in downtown Salt Lake City.

    Acting United States Attorney Felice John Viti for the District of Utah made the announcement.

    The case is being investigated by the FBI Violent Crimes Task Force.

    Assistant United States Attorney Sam Pead of the United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah is prosecuting the case.

    An indictment is merely an allegation and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Hopkinsville, Kentucky Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Federal Prison for Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy and Money Laundering

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    Paducah, KY – A Hopkinsville, Kentucky man was sentenced yesterday to 30 years in federal prison for his role in a methamphetamine and fentanyl trafficking conspiracy and money laundering. The sentence follows a conviction on all counts after a three-day jury trial earlier this year.

    U.S. Attorney Michael A. Bennett of the Western District of Kentucky, Special Agent in Charge Jim Scott of the DEA Louisville Field Division, U.S. Postal Inspector in Charge Lesley Allison of the of the Pittsburgh Division, Special Agent in Charge Karen Wingerd, Cincinnati Field Office, IRS Criminal Investigation, Special Agent in Charge John Nokes of the ATF Louisville Field Division, and Chief Jason Newby of the Hopkinsville Police Department made the announcement.

    According to court documents, Robert Blaine, 46, was sentenced to 30 years in federal prison, followed by 10 years of supervised release, for one count of conspiring to distribute controlled substances and 7 counts of money laundering.

    Blaine was on supervised release for a federal drug trafficking conviction at the time he committed the instant offenses.

    According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, between May 20, 2020, and January 22, 2022, Blaine conspired with Roderick Tutt, 36, of Hopkinsville, Kentucky, and Jessica Ochoa, 40, of Phoenix Arizona, to possess with the intent to distribute over 50 grams of methamphetamine and over 400 grams of a fentanyl mixture. During that time frame, Blaine wired money to Ochoa as payment for the drugs and in furtherance of the overall conspiracy. Blaine also mailed a box containing $36,960 in U.S. currency to Ochoa that he obtained from proceeds of illegal drug sales. On January 21, 2022, Blaine arranged for Tutt to travel to Arizona to pick up fentanyl and methamphetamine from Ochoa. Tutt was supposed to bring the drugs back to Blaine in Hopkinsville. Tutt was arrested on the way back to Hopkinsville with 2,059 fentanyl pills and approximately 8 kilograms of methamphetamine.

    Blaine has previously been convicted of the following drug trafficking crimes.

    On or about June 13, 2008, in Fulton Circuit Court, Blaine was convicted of trafficking in marijuana, greater than 5 pounds.

    On or about January 6, 2009, in Caldwell Circuit Court, Blaine was convicted of first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance – cocaine.

    On or about August 27, 2009, in Christian Circuit Court, Blaine was convicted of first-degree trafficking in a controlled substance – cocaine.

    On or about October 14, 2014, in the United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky, Paducah Division, Blaine was convicted of three counts of manufacturing, distributing, or dispensing a controlled substance, cocaine.

    Tutt and Ochoa previously pled guilty and were sentenced.

    On March 25, 2025, Tutt was sentenced to 2 years in prison, followed by 3 years of supervised release, for conspiring with Blaine to possess with the intent to distribute over 50 grams of methamphetamine and 400 grams of a mixture and substance containing fentanyl.

    On March 25, 2025, Ochoa was sentenced to 7 years and 4 months in prison, followed by 5 years of supervised release, for conspiring with Blaine to possess with the intent to distribute over 50 grams of methamphetamine and 400 grams of a mixture and substance containing fentanyl and seven counts of money laundering.

    There is no parole in the federal system.   

    This case was investigated by the DEA Paducah Post of Duty, the United States Postal Inspection Service Bowling Green Office, the Internal Revenue Service Criminal Investigation Division Bowling Green Office, the ATF Bowling Green Field Office, and the Hopkinsville Police Department, with assistance from the FBI Louisville Field Division, the Tonto Apache Police Department, the DEA Phoenix Division, and the United States Postal Inspection Service Phoenix Division.   

    Assistant United States Attorney Leigh Ann Dycus, of the U.S. Attorney’s Paducah Branch Office, prosecuted the case with assistance from paralegal Cristy Crockett.

    This case was sentenced under Operation Take Back America, a nationwide initiative that marshals the full resources of the Department of Justice to repel the invasion of illegal immigration, achieve the total elimination of cartels and transnational criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.  Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Forces (OCDETFs) and Project Safe Neighborhood (PSN).

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Lower Brule Man Sentenced to 27 Months in Federal Prison for for Possessing a Firearm While Using Drugs

    Source: United States Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco Firearms and Explosives (ATF)

    PIERRE – United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced today that U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte has sentenced a Lower Brule, South Dakota, man convicted of Possession of a Firearm by a Prohibited Person. The sentencing took place on May 6, 2025.

    Stephen Biviano Zapata, age 28, was sentenced to two years and three months in federal prison, followed by three years of supervised release. He was also ordered to pay a $100 special assessment to the Federal Crime Victims Fund.

    Zapata was indicted by a federal grand jury in September 2024. He pleaded guilty on January 27, 2025.

    This conviction stems from a traffic stop on March 27, 2024, in Lower Brule, in the Lower Brule Sioux Indian Reservation. Law enforcement was aware Zapata had an outstanding tribal arrest warrant. Upon his arrest officers searched Zapata’s person and vehicle locating three baggies containing methamphetamine, other drug paraphernalia, and an AR-style semi-automatic rifle with two magazines containing 48 rounds of ammunition. Zapata admitted to being a methamphetamine user and submitted a sample for urinalysis testing that was positive for methamphetamine. Zapata is prohibited from possessing firearms based on his drug use.

    This case is part of Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), a program bringing together all levels of law enforcement and the communities they serve to reduce violent crime and gun violence, and to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone. On May 26, 2021, the Department launched a violent crime reduction strategy strengthening PSN based on these core principles: fostering trust and legitimacy in our communities, supporting community-based organizations that help prevent violence from occurring in the first place, setting focused and strategic enforcement priorities, and measuring the results.

    This case was investigated by the FBI, the Bureau of Indian Affairs-Office of Justice Services, Lower Brule Agency, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives. Assistant U.S. Attorney Meghan Dilges prosecuted the case.

    Zapata was immediately remanded to the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service. 

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