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  • MIL-OSI Security: FORMER EGLIN AIR FORCE BASE RESIDENT SENTENCED TO FEDERAL PRISON FOR CHILD PORN CRIMES

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – Daniel R. McCaffrey, 41, formerly of Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, was sentenced to 35 years in federal prison for the transportation of child pornography, possession of child pornography, and abusive sexual contact with a minor female who had not yet reached 12 years of age. The sentence was announced by John P. Heekin, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida.

    U.S. Attorney Heekin said: “There is no penalty severe enough for those who harm our children, and my office will continue to aggressively pursue maximum punishment for these types of crimes.  This disgusting defendant not only victimized children online, he also sexually abused a child he had access to on Eglin Air Force Base. The substantial sentence that has been imposed reflects the severity of his crimes, but it cannot make up for the grave harm he has inflicted upon the most vulnerable members of our community. I am deeply appreciative of the incredible work of the agents and investigators with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Air Force Office of Special Investigations to bring this heinous criminal to justice.”

    A jury found McCaffrey guilty of these charges after a federal trial.  Trial records reveal the defendant maintained a child pornography collection on a hidden micro SD card in his residence, where he lived with his then wife and two minor daughters.  McCaffrey’s wife was active duty United States Air Force at the time.  Multiple witnesses testified about the victimization McCaffrey personally inflicted upon the minor female to whom he had access. The child pornography he possessed reflected his penchant for minor females under the age of 12 years old.

    “The FBI is committed to protecting the most vulnerable individuals in our communities, and especially our kids,” said FBI Jacksonville Special Agent in Charge Jason Carley. “Those who abuse innocent children should know that the FBI and our partners will never stop working to identify you, and we will coordinate the full force of our resources to seek justice for your victims.”

    McCaffrey’s sentence of imprisonment will be followed by a lifetime term of supervised release and a requirement to register as a sex offender for the rest of his life.  

    The case involved a joint investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations, and the Office of Special Investigations of the United States Air Force.  The case was prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorneys David L. Goldberg and Jessica S. Etherton.

    This case was brought as part of Project Safe Childhood, a nationwide initiative to combat the growing epidemic of child sexual exploitation and abuse. Launched in May 2006 by the Department of Justice and led by the U.S. Attorney’s Offices and the Criminal Divisions Child Exploitation and Obscenity Section (CEOS), it 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 www.projectsafechildhood.gov.

    The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Florida is one of 94 offices that serve as the nation’s principal litigators under the direction of the Attorney General.  To access public court documents online, please visit the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida website. For more information about the United States Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Florida, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/fln/index.html.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: THREE INDICTMENTS RETURNED FOR PREVIOUSLY DEPORTED ILLEGAL ALIENS IDENTIFIED IN RECENT IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT ACTIONS

    Source: Office of United States Attorneys

    TALLAHASSEE & PENSACOLA, FLORIDA – United States Attorney John P. Heekin announced today that three previously deported aliens have been indicted separately by a federal grand jury for illegal reentry into the United States.

    Freddy Bravo Galvez, 32, of Mexico, allegedly reentered the United States illegally and was located in Tallahassee in June 2025, after previously being deported in 2013 and 2020.

    Marco Tulio Gonzalez-Oliva, 25, of Honduras, allegedly reentered the United States illegally and was located in Fort Walton Beach in March 2024, after previously being deported in 2023.

    Jose Alfredo Morales-Huerta, 48, of Mexico, allegedly reentered the United States illegally and was located in Pensacola in June 2025, after previously being deported in 2019.

    The penalty for illegally reentering the United States after deportation is a maximum of two years in prison and a $250,000 fine.

    The cases are being investigated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Enforcement and Removal Operations, and Homeland Security Investigations. Assistant United States Attorneys Eric Mountin, Jessica Etherton, and Brooke DiSalvo are prosecuting the cases.

    An indictment is merely an allegation by a grand jury that a defendant has committed a violation of federal criminal law and is not evidence of guilt.  All defendants are presumed innocent and entitled to a fair trial, during which it will be the government’s burden to prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

    This case is part of Operation Take Back America (https://www.justice.gov/dag/media/1393746/dl?inline ) 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).

    The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Florida is one of 94 offices that serve as the nation’s principal litigators under the direction of the Attorney General.  To access public court documents online, please visit the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida website. For more information about the United States Attorney’s Office, Northern District of Florida, visit http://www.justice.gov/usao/fln/index.html.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Secretary Noem Commends President Trump and One Big Beautiful Bill Signing into Law: Historic Win for the American People and the Rule of Law

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

    This historic legislation will help deliver on President’s Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens

    WASHINGTON – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem today released the following statement on President Donald J. Trump’s historic signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) Act into law. The BBB secures a historic $165 billion in appropriations for DHS, which will help deliver on the President’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and make America safe again.  

    “President Trump’s signing the One Big Beautiful Bill is a win for law and order and the safety and security of the American people,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “This $165 billion in funding will help the Department of Homeland Security and our brave law enforcement further deliver on President Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN!”  

    In June, Secretary Noem laid out the national security wins that the BBB secures for the American people. The highlights include:  

    • $46.5 billion to complete construction of the border wall.
    • $14.4 billion for removal transportation.
    • $12 billion in state reimbursements for states that fought against the Biden administration’s open border.
    • $4.1 billion to hire additional CBP personnel, including 3,000 more customs officers and 3,000 new Border Patrol agents.
    • $3.2 billion for new technology and $2.7 billion for new cutting-edge border surveillance.
    • $855 million to expand Customs and Border Protection’s vehicle fleet.
    • The law will also provide ICE with the funding to hire 10,000 new agents, which would allow the rate of deportations to reach as high as 1 million per year. ICE currently has 20,000 law enforcement and support personnel across 400 offices.
    • The BBB provides ICE with enough detention capacity to maintain an average daily population of 100,000 illegal aliens and secures 80,000 new ICE beds.
    • The Big Beautiful Bill will also fully fund ICE’s 287(g) program, which empowers state and local law enforcement to assist federal immigration officers.
    • Under the law, ICE and Border Patrol agents will also receive a $10,000 bonus for the next four years.  

    The BBB also bolsters the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) with the following:  

    • $14.1 billion for USCG cutters.
    • $3.7 billion for USCG aircraft.
    • $6 billion for USCG infrastructure. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Secretary Noem Commends President Trump and One Big Beautiful Bill Signing into Law: Historic Win for the American People and the Rule of Law

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

    This historic legislation will help deliver on President’s Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens

    WASHINGTON – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem today released the following statement on President Donald J. Trump’s historic signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) Act into law. The BBB secures a historic $165 billion in appropriations for DHS, which will help deliver on the President’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and make America safe again.  

    “President Trump’s signing the One Big Beautiful Bill is a win for law and order and the safety and security of the American people,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “This $165 billion in funding will help the Department of Homeland Security and our brave law enforcement further deliver on President Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN!”  

    In June, Secretary Noem laid out the national security wins that the BBB secures for the American people. The highlights include:  

    • $46.5 billion to complete construction of the border wall.
    • $14.4 billion for removal transportation.
    • $12 billion in state reimbursements for states that fought against the Biden administration’s open border.
    • $4.1 billion to hire additional CBP personnel, including 3,000 more customs officers and 3,000 new Border Patrol agents.
    • $3.2 billion for new technology and $2.7 billion for new cutting-edge border surveillance.
    • $855 million to expand Customs and Border Protection’s vehicle fleet.
    • The law will also provide ICE with the funding to hire 10,000 new agents, which would allow the rate of deportations to reach as high as 1 million per year. ICE currently has 20,000 law enforcement and support personnel across 400 offices.
    • The BBB provides ICE with enough detention capacity to maintain an average daily population of 100,000 illegal aliens and secures 80,000 new ICE beds.
    • The Big Beautiful Bill will also fully fund ICE’s 287(g) program, which empowers state and local law enforcement to assist federal immigration officers.
    • Under the law, ICE and Border Patrol agents will also receive a $10,000 bonus for the next four years.  

    The BBB also bolsters the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) with the following:  

    • $14.1 billion for USCG cutters.
    • $3.7 billion for USCG aircraft.
    • $6 billion for USCG infrastructure. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Secretary Noem Commends President Trump and One Big Beautiful Bill Signing into Law: Historic Win for the American People and the Rule of Law

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

    This historic legislation will help deliver on President’s Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens

    WASHINGTON – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem today released the following statement on President Donald J. Trump’s historic signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) Act into law. The BBB secures a historic $165 billion in appropriations for DHS, which will help deliver on the President’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and make America safe again.  

    “President Trump’s signing the One Big Beautiful Bill is a win for law and order and the safety and security of the American people,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “This $165 billion in funding will help the Department of Homeland Security and our brave law enforcement further deliver on President Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN!”  

    In June, Secretary Noem laid out the national security wins that the BBB secures for the American people. The highlights include:  

    • $46.5 billion to complete construction of the border wall.
    • $14.4 billion for removal transportation.
    • $12 billion in state reimbursements for states that fought against the Biden administration’s open border.
    • $4.1 billion to hire additional CBP personnel, including 3,000 more customs officers and 3,000 new Border Patrol agents.
    • $3.2 billion for new technology and $2.7 billion for new cutting-edge border surveillance.
    • $855 million to expand Customs and Border Protection’s vehicle fleet.
    • The law will also provide ICE with the funding to hire 10,000 new agents, which would allow the rate of deportations to reach as high as 1 million per year. ICE currently has 20,000 law enforcement and support personnel across 400 offices.
    • The BBB provides ICE with enough detention capacity to maintain an average daily population of 100,000 illegal aliens and secures 80,000 new ICE beds.
    • The Big Beautiful Bill will also fully fund ICE’s 287(g) program, which empowers state and local law enforcement to assist federal immigration officers.
    • Under the law, ICE and Border Patrol agents will also receive a $10,000 bonus for the next four years.  

    The BBB also bolsters the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) with the following:  

    • $14.1 billion for USCG cutters.
    • $3.7 billion for USCG aircraft.
    • $6 billion for USCG infrastructure. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Secretary Noem Commends President Trump and One Big Beautiful Bill Signing into Law: Historic Win for the American People and the Rule of Law

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

    This historic legislation will help deliver on President’s Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens

    WASHINGTON – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem today released the following statement on President Donald J. Trump’s historic signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) Act into law. The BBB secures a historic $165 billion in appropriations for DHS, which will help deliver on the President’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and make America safe again.  

    “President Trump’s signing the One Big Beautiful Bill is a win for law and order and the safety and security of the American people,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “This $165 billion in funding will help the Department of Homeland Security and our brave law enforcement further deliver on President Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN!”  

    In June, Secretary Noem laid out the national security wins that the BBB secures for the American people. The highlights include:  

    • $46.5 billion to complete construction of the border wall.
    • $14.4 billion for removal transportation.
    • $12 billion in state reimbursements for states that fought against the Biden administration’s open border.
    • $4.1 billion to hire additional CBP personnel, including 3,000 more customs officers and 3,000 new Border Patrol agents.
    • $3.2 billion for new technology and $2.7 billion for new cutting-edge border surveillance.
    • $855 million to expand Customs and Border Protection’s vehicle fleet.
    • The law will also provide ICE with the funding to hire 10,000 new agents, which would allow the rate of deportations to reach as high as 1 million per year. ICE currently has 20,000 law enforcement and support personnel across 400 offices.
    • The BBB provides ICE with enough detention capacity to maintain an average daily population of 100,000 illegal aliens and secures 80,000 new ICE beds.
    • The Big Beautiful Bill will also fully fund ICE’s 287(g) program, which empowers state and local law enforcement to assist federal immigration officers.
    • Under the law, ICE and Border Patrol agents will also receive a $10,000 bonus for the next four years.  

    The BBB also bolsters the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) with the following:  

    • $14.1 billion for USCG cutters.
    • $3.7 billion for USCG aircraft.
    • $6 billion for USCG infrastructure. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Secretary Noem Commends President Trump and One Big Beautiful Bill Signing into Law: Historic Win for the American People and the Rule of Law

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

    This historic legislation will help deliver on President’s Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens

    WASHINGTON – Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem today released the following statement on President Donald J. Trump’s historic signing of the One Big Beautiful Bill (BBB) Act into law. The BBB secures a historic $165 billion in appropriations for DHS, which will help deliver on the President’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and make America safe again.  

    “President Trump’s signing the One Big Beautiful Bill is a win for law and order and the safety and security of the American people,” said Secretary Kristi Noem. “This $165 billion in funding will help the Department of Homeland Security and our brave law enforcement further deliver on President Trump’s mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and MAKE AMERICA SAFE AGAIN!”  

    In June, Secretary Noem laid out the national security wins that the BBB secures for the American people. The highlights include:  

    • $46.5 billion to complete construction of the border wall.
    • $14.4 billion for removal transportation.
    • $12 billion in state reimbursements for states that fought against the Biden administration’s open border.
    • $4.1 billion to hire additional CBP personnel, including 3,000 more customs officers and 3,000 new Border Patrol agents.
    • $3.2 billion for new technology and $2.7 billion for new cutting-edge border surveillance.
    • $855 million to expand Customs and Border Protection’s vehicle fleet.
    • The law will also provide ICE with the funding to hire 10,000 new agents, which would allow the rate of deportations to reach as high as 1 million per year. ICE currently has 20,000 law enforcement and support personnel across 400 offices.
    • The BBB provides ICE with enough detention capacity to maintain an average daily population of 100,000 illegal aliens and secures 80,000 new ICE beds.
    • The Big Beautiful Bill will also fully fund ICE’s 287(g) program, which empowers state and local law enforcement to assist federal immigration officers.
    • Under the law, ICE and Border Patrol agents will also receive a $10,000 bonus for the next four years.  

    The BBB also bolsters the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) with the following:  

    • $14.1 billion for USCG cutters.
    • $3.7 billion for USCG aircraft.
    • $6 billion for USCG infrastructure. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Update 300 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) lost all off-site power for several hours today, once again underlining the extremely fragile nuclear safety situation at the site, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi said today.

    The plant’s connection to its last remaining 750 kilovolt (kV) power line was cut at 17:37 local time today and restored around 21:11, forcing it to rely on emergency diesel generators for more than three and a half hours. While the cause was not immediately known, it coincided with air raid alarms in the region, Director General Grossi said, citing information from the Ukrainian nuclear regulator.

    It was the ninth time the ZNPP suffered a complete loss of off-site power since the conflict began in February 2022, and the first since 2 December 2023.

    The IAEA team based at the site, Europe’s largest nuclear power plant (NPP), reported that 18 emergency diesel generators immediately started operating to generate the electricity the plant needs to be able to cool the reactors and the spent fuel pools. The plant has diesel fuel for at least 10 days on-site, and arrangements in place to secure further supplies. Once off-site power was restored, the diesel generators were switched off.

    “What was once virtually unimaginable – that a major nuclear power plant would repeatedly lose all of its external power connections – has unfortunately become a common occurrence at the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant. Almost three and a half years into this devastating war, nuclear safety in Ukraine remains very much in danger,” Director General Grossi said.

    “Our team on the ground will continue to follow the situation very closely and report on further developments there,” he said.

    The ZNPP’s six reactors have been in cold shutdown since 2024 but still require cooling water for their reactor cores and spent fuel pools. The ZNPP lost the connection to its last remaining 330 kV back-up power line on 7 May, leaving the plant dependent on its sole 750 kV line. Before the conflict, it had ten off-site power lines available, highlighting the extent to which nuclear safety has deteriorated since February 2022.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Update 300 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) lost all off-site power for several hours today, once again underlining the extremely fragile nuclear safety situation at the site, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi said today.

    The plant’s connection to its last remaining 750 kilovolt (kV) power line was cut at 17:37 local time today and restored around 21:11, forcing it to rely on emergency diesel generators for more than three and a half hours. While the cause was not immediately known, it coincided with air raid alarms in the region, Director General Grossi said, citing information from the Ukrainian nuclear regulator.

    It was the ninth time the ZNPP suffered a complete loss of off-site power since the conflict began in February 2022, and the first since 2 December 2023.

    The IAEA team based at the site, Europe’s largest nuclear power plant (NPP), reported that 18 emergency diesel generators immediately started operating to generate the electricity the plant needs to be able to cool the reactors and the spent fuel pools. The plant has diesel fuel for at least 10 days on-site, and arrangements in place to secure further supplies. Once off-site power was restored, the diesel generators were switched off.

    “What was once virtually unimaginable – that a major nuclear power plant would repeatedly lose all of its external power connections – has unfortunately become a common occurrence at the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant. Almost three and a half years into this devastating war, nuclear safety in Ukraine remains very much in danger,” Director General Grossi said.

    “Our team on the ground will continue to follow the situation very closely and report on further developments there,” he said.

    The ZNPP’s six reactors have been in cold shutdown since 2024 but still require cooling water for their reactor cores and spent fuel pools. The ZNPP lost the connection to its last remaining 330 kV back-up power line on 7 May, leaving the plant dependent on its sole 750 kV line. Before the conflict, it had ten off-site power lines available, highlighting the extent to which nuclear safety has deteriorated since February 2022.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Update 300 – IAEA Director General Statement on Situation in Ukraine

    Source: International Atomic Energy Agency – IAEA

    Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP) lost all off-site power for several hours today, once again underlining the extremely fragile nuclear safety situation at the site, IAEA Director General Rafael Mariano Grossi said today.

    The plant’s connection to its last remaining 750 kilovolt (kV) power line was cut at 17:37 local time today and restored around 21:11, forcing it to rely on emergency diesel generators for more than three and a half hours. While the cause was not immediately known, it coincided with air raid alarms in the region, Director General Grossi said, citing information from the Ukrainian nuclear regulator.

    It was the ninth time the ZNPP suffered a complete loss of off-site power since the conflict began in February 2022, and the first since 2 December 2023.

    The IAEA team based at the site, Europe’s largest nuclear power plant (NPP), reported that 18 emergency diesel generators immediately started operating to generate the electricity the plant needs to be able to cool the reactors and the spent fuel pools. The plant has diesel fuel for at least 10 days on-site, and arrangements in place to secure further supplies. Once off-site power was restored, the diesel generators were switched off.

    “What was once virtually unimaginable – that a major nuclear power plant would repeatedly lose all of its external power connections – has unfortunately become a common occurrence at the Zaporizhzhya Nuclear Power Plant. Almost three and a half years into this devastating war, nuclear safety in Ukraine remains very much in danger,” Director General Grossi said.

    “Our team on the ground will continue to follow the situation very closely and report on further developments there,” he said.

    The ZNPP’s six reactors have been in cold shutdown since 2024 but still require cooling water for their reactor cores and spent fuel pools. The ZNPP lost the connection to its last remaining 330 kV back-up power line on 7 May, leaving the plant dependent on its sole 750 kV line. Before the conflict, it had ten off-site power lines available, highlighting the extent to which nuclear safety has deteriorated since February 2022.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Eurojust and the Ministry of Justice of the United Arab Emirates host an expert workshop to strengthen judicial cooperation

    Source: Eurojust

    From 2 to 3 July 2025, Eurojust and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Justice jointly hosted a successful workshop in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant advancement in the fight against transnational organised crime. The event brought together 25 participants, including prosecutors from all Public Prosecution departments of the seven emirates of the UAE, central authority staff, and representatives from the UAE’s Interpol office. Attendees had the opportunity to exchange best practices, tackle common challenges, and strengthen existing partnership.

    The workshop centered on presenting Eurojust’s mandate and activities to UAE counterparts, while discussing the respective roles in international judicial cooperation, cybercrime, money laundering, and asset recovery. Eurojust’s representatives shared their knowledge and experience, emphasizing the critical importance of cooperation and coordination in tackling complex, cross-border crimes. The event also served as a platform for constructive dialogue and knowledge exchange. By exploring ways to enhance collaboration, participants sought to identify opportunities for more effective cooperation between the UAE and EU Member States in combating organised crime.

    The workshop is a key deliverable under the framework of the 8th UAE–EU Structural Dialogue on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT). This dialogue aims to strengthen cooperation between the UAE and the EU in the areas of anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism.

    In Abu Dhabi, the Eurojust delegation, led by Vice-President José de la Mata, also took part in several high-level meetings, including discussions with the UAE Minister of Justice Abdullah Al Nuaimi, the EU Ambassador to the UAE Lucie Berger as well as Ambassadors and representatives from EU Member States.

    Eurojust’s collaboration with the UAE is part of its broader efforts to strengthen cooperation with third countries, and to promote the rule of law and justice globally. The workshop was supported by the CTJUST project.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: USS PEARL HARBOR (LSD 52) Sailors man the rails as the ship departs for Pacific Partnership 2025 [Image 5 of 5]

    Source: United States Navy (Logistics Group Western Pacific)

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    Sailors assigned to the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) man the rails as the ship prepares to depart San Diego Naval Base for Pacific Partnership 2025 on June 30 2025. Now in its 21st iteration, the Pacific Partnership series is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster management preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific. Pacific Partnership works collaboratively with host and partner nations to enhance regional interoperability and disaster response capabilities, increase security and stability in the region, and foster new and enduring friendships in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kazia Ream)

    Date Taken: 12.31.2015
    Date Posted: 07.02.2025 23:34
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  • MIL-OSI Security: USS PEARL HARBOR (LSD 52) deck department Sailors perform corrosion control [Image 1 of 4]

    Source: United States Navy (Logistics Group Western Pacific)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (July 3, 2025) U.S. Navy Midshipmen Triston Drozd, from Greenriver, Wyoming scrapes rust off the deck of the bridge wing of the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) in the Pacific Ocean on Jul. 3, 2025. Now in its 21st iteration, the Pacific Partnership series is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster management preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific. Pacific Partnership works collaboratively with host and partner nations to enhance regional interoperability and disaster response capabilities, increase security and stability in the region, and foster new and enduring friendships in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alexander Bussman)

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  • MIL-OSI Security: USS PEARL HARBOR (LSD 52) deck department Sailors perform corrosion control [Image 4 of 4]

    Source: United States Navy (Logistics Group Western Pacific)

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    PACIFIC OCEAN (July 3, 2025) U.S. Navy Gunner’s Mate 3rd Class John Larson, from Fulton, Texas grinds paint off the bulkhead of the bridge wing of the Harpers Ferry-class amphibious dock landing ship USS Pearl Harbor (LSD 52) in the Pacific Ocean on Jul. 3, 2025. Now in its 21st iteration, the Pacific Partnership series is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster management preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific. Pacific Partnership works collaboratively with host and partner nations to enhance regional interoperability and disaster response capabilities, increase security and stability in the region, and foster new and enduring friendships in the Indo-Pacific. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Alexander Bussman)

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  • MIL-OSI Security: USS PEARL HARBOR (LSD 52) deck department Sailors perform corrosion control [Image 4 of 4]

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Police appeal for help to trace a suspect after Ladywell Fields shooting

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Detectives are appealing to the public to help trace a suspect, after shots were heard in Ladywell Fields, Catford.

    Officers are releasing an image of the suspect, who fled the scene on a motorbike shortly after the incident.

    Police were called to Ladywell Fields at 15:43hrs on Tuesday 14 May after gunshots were heard by several witnesses.

    No injuries were reported and no arrests have been made at this stage.

    Detective Inspector Jordan Gardner from the Trident Reactive team leading the investigation, said:

    “My team are following multiple lines of inquiry in this investigation, which I know has caused concern in the community.

    “We are now asking the public to help us in identifying this suspect and are also asking if anyone recognises the pictured motorbike. If you recall seeing it, either on the day of the incident, parked in a driveway or specific location, or know someone who may have been using it in recent years – please get in touch.”

    If anyone has any information that can help, please contact the police on 101 quoting CAD5273/14MAY.

    To remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Man jailed for life for rape and attempted rape in Hayes following Met investigation

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Navroop Singh, 24, (09/10/00) of Mellow Lane East, UB4 was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 14 years for five charges, including rape, on Friday, 4 July at Isleworth Crown Court.

    Singh was convicted of the attempted rape of a woman in Southall Park, Ealing on Sunday, 13 October 2024, and possession of an imitation firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence, on Thursday, 8 May at Isleworth Crown Court following a four-day trial.

    Singh had previously pleaded guilty to a further three offences –

    • Possession of an imitation firearm with intent to commit an indictable offence
    • Rape a girl under 13
    • Assault a girl under 13 by penetration

    These charges relate to the rape of a child at Hayes End Park, Hillingdon on Wednesday, 23 October 2024.

    An investigation was launched by police and detectives who tracked down Singh, using forensics, CCTV and witness accounts to build a file of evidence against him.

    Acting Chief Superintendent Sean Lynch, who leads policing in West Area, said:

    “I would like to commend the strength of the victim-survivors and their families and thank them for their unwavering bravery in reporting these awful incidents to us.

    “Today’s conviction is testament to the officers’ thorough investigation, which has identified a violent sexual offender and undoubtedly prevented further harm.

    “We are continuing to prioritise tackling violence against women and girls with our increased specialist teams. I hope that the community will find reassurance in our action to put this predator behind bars.”

    Officers launched an investigation following reports of an attempted rape of a woman in her 20s on 13 October 2024.

    Police were alerted by the victim, who, by chance, was met with two off duty officers near to the gates of the park who accompanied her to the nearest police station.

    Singh had been sitting on a bench in the park during the early hours of 13 October 2024, where he waited for a potential victim to walk past. He was carrying an imitation firearm, which he had ordered and assembled, and used to threaten the victim while he attempted to rape her.

    On the days following the report, officers trawled through hours of CCTV footage to try and identify an offender.

    With the investigation was ongoing, a child was raped at a different park on 23 October 2024. Officers immediately made a link between the offences.

    Using the increased resources which were made available, officers secured additional forensic evidence. Officers were able to trace the offender to within a few doors of his home address where they delivered leaflets to appeal for witnesses and carried out increased patrols of the area.

    As a result of the officers efforts, they were able to trace the offender to within a few doors of his home address.

    Singh was arrested on Sunday, 27 October.

    Each of the victims have been supported by specialist officers throughout the investigation and court process.

    The Met has made tackling VAWG a priority and are working to relentlessly pursue the city’s most dangerous predators who often commit other crimes. We are placing hundreds more officers into bigger teams, rolling out specialist training, transforming our own culture and trying innovative methods, including counter-terrorism tactics, to track down offenders.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Thomas Partey charged with rape by the Metropolitan Police Service

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police Service to charge a man after a file of evidence was submitted by detectives.

    The Met has issued a charge and requisition to Thomas Partey, 32 (13/06/1992), of Hertfordshire, in connection with the following offences:

    • Five counts of rape
    • One count of sexual assault

    The charges are broken down as follows:

    • Two counts of rape relate to one woman
    • Three counts of rape relate to a second woman
    • One count of sexual assault relates to a third woman

    The offences are reported to have taken place between 2021 – 2022.

    The charges follow an investigation by detectives, which commenced in February 2022 after police first received a report of rape.

    Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, whose team is leading the investigation, said: “Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward.

    “We would ask anyone who has been impacted by this case, or anyone who has information, to speak with our team. You can contact detectives about this investigation by emailing CIT@met.police.uk”

    Thomas Partey will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 5 August.

    Support is available by contacting the independent charity, Rape Crisis at 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line.

    We urge responsible reporting in line with guidance from the Attorney General’s Office. Editors, publishers and social media users should take legal advice to ensure they are in a position to fully comply with the obligations to which they are subject under the common law and Contempt of Court Act 1981.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Thomas Partey charged with rape by the Metropolitan Police Service

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    The Crown Prosecution Service has authorised the Metropolitan Police Service to charge a man after a file of evidence was submitted by detectives.

    The Met has issued a charge and requisition to Thomas Partey, 32 (13/06/1992), of Hertfordshire, in connection with the following offences:

    • Five counts of rape
    • One count of sexual assault

    The charges are broken down as follows:

    • Two counts of rape relate to one woman
    • Three counts of rape relate to a second woman
    • One count of sexual assault relates to a third woman

    The offences are reported to have taken place between 2021 – 2022.

    The charges follow an investigation by detectives, which commenced in February 2022 after police first received a report of rape.

    Detective Superintendent Andy Furphy, whose team is leading the investigation, said: “Our priority remains providing support to the women who have come forward.

    “We would ask anyone who has been impacted by this case, or anyone who has information, to speak with our team. You can contact detectives about this investigation by emailing CIT@met.police.uk”

    Thomas Partey will appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, 5 August.

    Support is available by contacting the independent charity, Rape Crisis at 24/7 Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Line.

    We urge responsible reporting in line with guidance from the Attorney General’s Office. Editors, publishers and social media users should take legal advice to ensure they are in a position to fully comply with the obligations to which they are subject under the common law and Contempt of Court Act 1981.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: ICE Arrests Criminal Illegal Alien and Convicted Sex Offender Who Sexually Assaulted Woman on Independence Day

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

    WASHINGTON — On June 29, 2025, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers from the Seattle Field Office arrested Kevin Contreras-Mendoza, a 27-year-old criminal illegal alien from Mexico, with felony convictions for first-degree sexual abuse and coercion stemming from a violent, random assault on an American woman in Portland, Oregon on July 4, 2018. 

    On Independence Day in 2018, Contreras-Mendoza targeted a random female victim walking along Southeast Division Street near Cesar E. Chavez Boulevard in Portland, Oregon. According to court documents and witness accounts, Contreras-Mendoza approached the woman from behind, groped her between the legs, and forcibly grabbed her waist. The victim’s screams drew immediate attention from two nearby witnesses, who chased Contreras-Mendoza on foot. Their bravery, along with surveillance footage and public assistance, led to his identification and arrest on September 13, 2018.

    “This Independence Day, Americans are safer with this SICKO off our streets. On July 4, 2018, this criminal illegal alien sexually assaulted a woman,” said DHS Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “Insanely, Oregon authorities failed to honor his detainer to turn him over to ICE. Instead, they released this sex offender into American communities. Thanks to the leadership of President Trump and Secretary Noem, ICE is empowered to arrest and remove sexual predators like Contreras-Mendoza who threaten the freedoms and safety of Americans.”

    Despite initially evading arrest, Contreras-Mendoza ultimately admitted to the crime after being identified in surveillance images and positively confirmed by family members.

    Contreras-Mendoza illegally entered the United States from Mexico on an unknown date at an unknown location. His criminal history for actions while in the United States illegally includes:

    • May 15, 2019: Convicted in Multnomah County for Attempted Sex Abuse
    • May 15, 2019: Convicted in Multnomah County for Intimidation

    Following his conviction, ICE lodged a detainer, but Oregon Department of Corrections failed to turn him over to ICE and instead released him back on to America’s streets. 

    This case highlights the critical role of ICE law enforcement in removing the worst of the worst. As Americans celebrate Independence Day this week, DHS remains committed to keeping our streets safe from criminal illegal aliens who harm innocent Americans.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: NATO welcomes new Supreme Allied Commander Europe

    Source: NATO

    General Alexus G. Grynkewich of the US Air Force assumed command of Allied Command Operations in a ceremony at Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe in Mons, Belgium on Friday (4 July 2025). General Grynkewich succeeds General Chris Cavoli of the US Army, who had been in post since 2022.

    NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte commended General Cavoli for modernising NATO’s collective defence and for his work responding to the ongoing Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine. He thanked General Cavoli for strengthening NATO’s presence in the Baltic Sea, to deter and defend against threats targeting Allies’ critical undersea infrastructure, as well as for conceiving and establishing NATO’s new command in Germany, which is bolstering support to Ukraine. “You have been an outstanding SACEUR, leading with honour and integrity,” said Mr Rutte. 

    The Secretary General welcomed General Grynkewich, noting that he brings a wealth of experience to the post of SACEUR. As a former fighter pilot, General Grynkewich has “a deep understanding of the threats we face from the skies, and across other domains,” said Mr Rutte.  As the latest Director of Operations of the Joint Staff, he also has wide experience of delivering military and security priorities in the face of global challenges. “I know NATO can count on you to serve with the same steadfast resolve as your predecessors,” the Secretary General concluded.

    Allied Command Operations is responsible for the planning and execution of all NATO operations. General Grynkewich is the twenty-first Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR). The first to occupy the post was General Dwight D. Eisenhower, subsequently the 34th President of the United States. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: NATO welcomes new Supreme Allied Commander Europe

    Source: NATO

    General Alexus G. Grynkewich of the US Air Force assumed command of Allied Command Operations in a ceremony at Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe in Mons, Belgium on Friday (4 July 2025). General Grynkewich succeeds General Chris Cavoli of the US Army, who had been in post since 2022.

    NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte commended General Cavoli for modernising NATO’s collective defence and for his work responding to the ongoing Russian full-scale invasion of Ukraine. He thanked General Cavoli for strengthening NATO’s presence in the Baltic Sea, to deter and defend against threats targeting Allies’ critical undersea infrastructure, as well as for conceiving and establishing NATO’s new command in Germany, which is bolstering support to Ukraine. “You have been an outstanding SACEUR, leading with honour and integrity,” said Mr Rutte. 

    The Secretary General welcomed General Grynkewich, noting that he brings a wealth of experience to the post of SACEUR. As a former fighter pilot, General Grynkewich has “a deep understanding of the threats we face from the skies, and across other domains,” said Mr Rutte.  As the latest Director of Operations of the Joint Staff, he also has wide experience of delivering military and security priorities in the face of global challenges. “I know NATO can count on you to serve with the same steadfast resolve as your predecessors,” the Secretary General concluded.

    Allied Command Operations is responsible for the planning and execution of all NATO operations. General Grynkewich is the twenty-first Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR). The first to occupy the post was General Dwight D. Eisenhower, subsequently the 34th President of the United States. 

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Western Balkans Criminal Justice Project holds the second edition of training on joint investigation teams for investigators and prosecutors

    Source: Eurojust

    The four-day specialised programme brought together 35 investigators and prosecutors from across the Western Balkans to strengthen cross-border cooperation in the fight against serious and organised crime.

    Designed to foster a collaborative learning environment, the training combined interactive workshops, plenary discussions, and role-playing simulations to address both the operational and legal aspects of JITs.

    Key topics included understanding the concept and benefit of JITs, the support mechanisms available through Eurojust, and the distinct roles of actors involved in a JIT. Under the guidance of expert trainers, participants engaged in hands-on exercises, such as drafting and amending JIT agreements based on real-life scenarios.

    The immersive sessions also featured simulations of Eurojust coordination meetings, target-setting exercises for operational action days, and role-plays replicating the work of a coordination centre during joint operations. This year’s edition placed particular emphasis on critical thematic areas, such as money laundering, asset recovery, and interregional cooperation with Latin American countries.

    Participants explored the full range of support available from the JITs Network Secretariat and the WBCJ project, gaining a clearer understanding of the resources that facilitate effective cross-border investigations.

    By the end of the programme, participants had developed a stronger grasp of JITs as a key instrument for international judicial and law enforcement cooperation, along with greater confidence in applying this knowledge within their own jurisdictions.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Met officers deployed for safe Pride in London celebrations

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Officers will be deployed across Westminster on Saturday to ensure the Pride in London celebrations can take place safely.

    The Met has been working closely with the event organisers, key partners and the other emergency services for many months in preparation for the event which is expected to see more than a million people head into the capital.

    Deputy Assistant Commissioner Dr Alison Heydari, who is leading the policing operation for Pride in London, said: “The public can expect to see a significant policing presence in central London. Officers are there to ensure everyone taking part in the celebrations can do so in safety and security.

    “Our primary role is to provide a reassuring presence while being able to respond swiftly and effectively to any incidents.

    “Pride is a celebration of the LGBT+ community and those attending should be able to do so free from discrimination, abuse or fear. There will be no tolerance of hate crime – we would urge anyone who is a victim of it to speak to an officer immediately so we can take action.

    “Any of our officers are able to help and support, but we will also have specialist LGBT+ Community Liaison Officers deployed as part of the policing operation to assist where particular expertise is required.

    “The areas around the parade and the various stages will be extremely busy, with Soho in particular likely to be very crowded. Please plan your travel to and from the event in advance, look out for each other and ask for help if you need it.

    “As with any large public event, we would urge people attending to be alert and keep their eyes open. If you see something that doesn’t that look or feel right, please trust your instincts and bring it to the attention of an officer or a steward. In an emergency, always call 999.”

    Pride in London will include a parade and a number of entertainment stages.

    The parade, which will go from Hyde Park Corner to Whitehall Place via Piccadilly, will see hundreds of groups taking part. Among them will be contingents from the emergency services, including the Met, as well as other public bodies.

    The Met contingent will be made up of officers and staff from the Met LGBT+ Network and allies. They will be off-duty and won’t be in uniform. They are not part of the policing operation on the day.

    Seven entertainment stages will be running, at Trafalgar Square, Leicester Square, Golden Square, Soho Square, Dean Street and Victoria Embankment Gardens. Pubs and bars across Westminster will be open as usual and are expected to be very busy.

    Information for anyone planning to come to Pride in London, including maps and details of key timings, is available on the official event website.

    Information on travel options, including live updates on any delays or diversions, can be found on the Transport for London website.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Police appeal for help in tracing motorbike linked to murder

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    Detectives are appealing to the public for help after a man was shot dead in Hammersmith.

    Officers need to trace a motorbike used by the suspect, last seen in the Ealing area.

    A man has been charged with murder and remains in custody.

    Police were called to Claxton Grove, W6 at 23:19hrs on Wednesday, 11 June where two men were treated by the London Ambulance Service for gunshot wounds.

    Both were taken to hospital where, despite the best efforts of medical staff, 30-year-old Northolt resident Jordan Oliver Rodney, sadly died on Thursday, 12 June. His next-of-kin continue to be supported by specialist officers.

    The second man, also in his 30s, was treated for minor injuries and has since been discharged from hospital.

    Jahmel Joseph, 28 (05.12.1996), of Eaton Rise, Ealing, was charged on Saturday, 14 June with murder, attempted murder, possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life, possession of a prohibited weapon and dangerous driving.

    He will next appear at the Old Bailey on Tuesday, 2 September.

    Detective Chief Inspector Alex Gammampila from the homicide team leading the investigation, said:

    “We are working at pace on this investigation, but are asking the public to help us trace what we believe was the motorbike used by the suspect in the shooting.

    “The Yamaha MT-09 Tracer motorbike was last seen on CCTV in the Ealing area, near Eaton Rise.

    “If you have any recollection of seeing it at any point on the day of the incident, or in the days afterwards, please call the police as soon as possible.”

    If anyone has any information that can help, please contact the police as a matter of urgency on 101 quoting 8916/11JUN or visit here.

    To remain anonymous, call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Arrest landmark for Met officers using Live Facial Recognition

    Source: United Kingdom London Metropolitan Police

    More than 1,000 wanted criminals have now been arrested by the Metropolitan Police Service using Live Facial Recognition (LFR), including paedophiles, rapists and violent robbers.

    Among these arrests are more than 100 individuals allegedly involved in serious violence against women and girls (VAWG) offences such as strangulation, stalking, domestic abuse, and rape.

    The Met is taking the lead in utilising this technology to make London safer, using it to identify and apprehend offenders that pose a significant risk to its communities. Of those arrested, a total of 773 have been charged or cautioned.

    These offenders may otherwise have remained unlawfully at large, posing a continued threat to the public and taking up much more officer time to locate them.

    LFR is helping to apprehend wanted criminals in London and catch those who are breaking bail conditions without the need for extensive police resources or frequent visits.

    Lindsey Chiswick, lead for LFR at the Met and nationally, said:

    “This milestone of 1,000 arrests is a demonstration of how cutting-edge technology can make London safer by removing dangerous offenders from our streets.

    “Live Facial Recognition is a powerful tool, which is helping us deliver justice for victims, including those who have been subjected to horrendous offences, such as rape and serious assault.

    “It is not only saving our officers’ valuable time but delivering faster, more accurate results to catch criminals – helping us be more efficient than ever before.”

    Each deployment is made up of an LFR team as well as a number of neighbourhood officers in the vicinity to talk to those identified and make necessary arrests.

    LFR interventions don’t always result in arrest. The tool is often used to stop people who are flagged from the watchlist who have conditions imposed by the courts. These might include registered sex offenders and those convicted of stalking, among others.

    These interventions are crucial as they are another way of police ensuring people are adhering to their conditions. In turn, communities are kept safer as a result.

    The technology allows officers to catch offenders breaking their conditions which otherwise may have gone unnoticed. This is a unique and revolutionary way of policing.

    In London, a breach of conditions has been identified 21% of the time.

    In total, 93 registered sex offenders have been arrested by Met officers as part of the 1,035 arrests seen since the start of 2024 using LFR.

    Case studies

    On Friday, 10 January, a police van with LFR was operating in the Denmark Hill area, when cameras alerted officers to 73-year-old David Cheneler as being a registered sex offender. Upon being stopped by officers, he was found to be with a six-year-old girl.

    Further checks confirmed he was in breach of his Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO ), which prevented him from being alone with a child under the age of 14.

    He was arrested and taken into custody.

    David Cheneler, 73 (05.04.52), of Lewisham, appeared at Kingston Crown Court on Tuesday, 20 May, where he was sentenced to two years’ imprisonment.

    He pleaded guilty at Wimbledon Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 13 January to breaching the conditions of his SOPO, as well as possessing an offensive weapon.

    On Friday, 10 January 2025, police were called to a report of a robbery at a restaurant on Uxbridge Road, Hayes.

    Adenola Akindutire posed as a buyer of a rolex watch on Facebook marketplace. When he met up with the seller, Akindtire produced a machete, attacked the seller, and stole the watch. The victim, a man in his 30s, sustained life-changing injuries.

    Akindutire was then linked to another incident, with similar circumstances, on Monday, 16 December 2024.

    Akindutire was released on bail.

    On Tuesday, 15 April 2025, Akindtire was stopped during a Live Facial Recognition operation in Stratford and arrested. He produced a false passport in an attempt to evade the arrest.

    Comparison with previous custody images confirmed his true identity and he was arrested. Akindutire could have otherwise evaded arrest and still be unlawfully at large if it wasn’t for the LFR alert.

    Akindutire, 22 (15.04.2003), of no fixed address, was charged and pleaded guilty to robbery, attempted robbery, grievous bodily harm, possession of a false identity document and two counts of possession of a bladed article when he appeared at Isleworth Crown Court on Wednesday, 14 May 2025.

    He is due to be sentenced at Isleworth Crown Court on Friday, 22 August 2025.

    On Friday, 23 May, an LFR deployment in Dalston Kingsland alerted when Darren Dubarry walked past.

    Dubarry was wanted for theft and when searched by officers at the deployment, was in possession of designer clothing which was stolen from Stratford earlier that day.

    The use of LFR in this case not only identified a wanted offender but caught him in the act of committing another offence. He was arrested by officers and later charged.

    Dubarry, 50 (30.07.1974), of Stewart Road, Stratford, pleaded guilty to handling stolen goods on Saturday, 24 May at East London Magistrates’ Court, where he was issued with a £120 fine, and a £48 victim surcharge.

    How does LFR work?

    The cameras capture live footage of people passing by and compare their faces against a bespoke watchlist of wanted offenders.

    If a match is detected, the system generates an alert. An officer will then review the match and decide if they wish to speak with the individual.

    Met officers conduct further checks, such as reviewing court orders or other relevant information, to determine if the person is a suspect.

    Importantly, an alert from the system does not automatically result in an arrest – officers make a decision about whether further action is necessary following engagement.

    The Met has also implemented robust safeguards in its use of LFR.

    For example, if a member of the public walks past an LFR camera and is not wanted by the police, their biometrics are immediately and permanently deleted.

    The Met continues to engage with residents and councillors across London.

    These sessions provide an open platform for discussion, allowing The Met to explain how LFR works, the intelligence-led process behind deployments, and the safeguards in place to protect people’s rights to privacy.

    For more on the Met’s use of LFR, click here: Live Facial Recognition | Metropolitan Police

    A new way for Londoners to hear about policing in their area is being rolled out by the Met.

    Local officers will use Met Engage to provide crime prevention advice, updates on ongoing incidents and investigations, and information about successful outcomes and operations.

    Sign-up to Met Engage here.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Coast Guard, Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency successfully assist Lucky Harvest

    Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND

    SANTA RITA, Guam — The U.S. Coast Guard, in close collaboration with the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, safely towed the 47-foot motor vessel Lucky Harvest to Agana Boat Basin on July 1 after the vessel’s crew experienced an engine failure due to a coolant leak.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Coast Guard, Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency successfully assist Lucky Harvest

    Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND

    SANTA RITA, Guam — The U.S. Coast Guard, in close collaboration with the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, safely towed the 47-foot motor vessel Lucky Harvest to Agana Boat Basin on July 1 after the vessel’s crew experienced an engine failure due to a coolant leak.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Coast Guard, Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency successfully assist Lucky Harvest

    Source: United States INDO PACIFIC COMMAND

    SANTA RITA, Guam — The U.S. Coast Guard, in close collaboration with the Guam Customs and Quarantine Agency, safely towed the 47-foot motor vessel Lucky Harvest to Agana Boat Basin on July 1 after the vessel’s crew experienced an engine failure due to a coolant leak.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: DHS Releases Statement on SCOTUS Victory on Criminal Illegal Alien Deportations to South Sudan

    Source: US Department of Homeland Security

    These barbaric criminal illegal aliens will be in South Sudan by Independence Day

    WASHINGTON – The Department of Homeland Security released the following statement on the United States Supreme Court Decision to allow U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to remove eight barbaric, violent criminal illegal aliens to South Sudan.

    “These sickos will be in South Sudan by Independence Day,” said Assistant Secretary Tricia McLaughlin. “A win for the rule of law, safety and security of the American people. We thank our brave ICE law enforcement for their sacrifice to defend our freedoms.”

    Below are the individuals ICE is removing from American communities to South Sudan.

    Enrique Arias-Hierro, a Cuban national, was arrested by ICE on May 2, 2025. His criminal history includes convictions for homicide, armed robbery, false impersonation of official, kidnapping, robbery strong arm.

    On April 30, 2025, ICE arrested Cuban national, Jose Manuel Rodriguez-Quinones. He has been convicted of attempted first-degree murder with a weapon, battery and larceny, cocaine possession and trafficking.

    Thongxay Nilakout, a citizen of Laos, was arrested by ICE on January 26, 2025. Nilakout is Convicted of first-degree murder and robbery; sentenced to life confinement.

    On May 12, 2025, ICE arrested Mexican national, Jesus Munoz-Gutierrez. He is Convicted of second-degree murder; sentenced to life confinement.

    Dian Peter Domach, a citizen of South Sudan, was arrested by ICE on May 8, 2024. Domach is convicted of robbery and possession of a firearm, of possession of burglar’s tools and possession of defaced firearm and driving under the influence.

    Kyaw Mya, a citizen of Burma was arrested by ICE on February 18, 2025. Mya is convicted of Lascivious Acts with a Child-Victim less than 12 years of age; sentenced to 10 years confinement, paroled after 4 years.

    Nyo Myint, a citizen of Burma was arrested by ICE on February 19, 2025. Myint is convicted of first-degree sexual assault involving a victim mentally and physically incapable of resisting; sentenced to 12 years confinement. Myint is also charged with aggravated assault-nonfamily strongarm.

    On May 3, 2025, ICE arrested Tuan Thanh Phan, a Vietnamese national. Phan is convicted of first-degree murder and second-degree assault; sentenced to 22 years confinement.

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