
May 14, 2026
U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros has recognized federal, state, and local law enforcement officers during National Police Week. The tribute included honoring fallen officers such as Chicago's John Bartholomew.
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May 14, 2026
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois has launched an Individual Self-Disclosure Program targeting non-violent offenders willing to report themselves and cooperate fully with authorities. The initiative outlines clear incentives such as potential immunity or reduced sentences while excluding violent crimes from eligibility.
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May 13, 2026
Jose Gregorio Sosa Cardona received a nine-year prison sentence after pleading guilty to charges including immigration fraud and possession of child pornography. Federal officials said he falsified documents for clients seeking immigration benefits while operating without legal authorization.
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May 13, 2026
A Chicago man received more than six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to illegally possessing a modified handgun during an attempted burglary last November. Authorities say Narveal Raggs was already barred from owning firearms due to prior felony convictions.
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May 13, 2026
A man residing illegally in Aurora has been sentenced to one year in federal prison after pleading guilty to assaulting three law enforcement officers during his arrest at a sheriff's department last summer. Officials said he kicked, head-butted, and bit officers before being subdued.
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May 13, 2026
Andrew S. Boutros has been appointed by Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to serve on an influential advisory committee within the Department of Justice that guides national policy decisions related to public safety priorities like violent crime or fraud prevention.
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May 11, 2026
U.S. Attorney Andrew S. Boutros brought together more than 40 federal agency leaders for a first-of-its-kind summit focused on law enforcement collaboration across Chicagoland. Topics included violent crime prevention, trade fraud enforcement efforts led by DOJ task forces based locally, national security concerns impacting research institutions—and strategies for future cooperation.
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May 8, 2026
Aivaras Zigmantas has been sentenced to five years for orchestrating a scheme that stole over $10 million from interstate shipments using fraudulent identities between 2020 and 2023 near Chicago. Federal authorities say this case is part of broader efforts targeting trade-related fraud.
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May 8, 2026
A Sterling man has been sentenced to over fifteen years in federal prison after pleading guilty to attempting to traffic methamphetamine from California into Illinois. Tony Clapp's prior conviction influenced his sentencing outcome.
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May 5, 2026
A Chicago Police sergeant faces federal charges for allegedly obtaining over $41,000 through fraudulent Covid-relief loan applications tied to a non-existent bakery business. Authorities say this prosecution reflects renewed efforts against pandemic-related financial crimes.
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