Account for HSI Washington, D.C, VA, & W. VA field offices to protect the U.S. through criminal investigations to preserve national security & public safety
Washington, D.C.
Joined September 2020
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HSI Washington DC retweeted
"Together, we bring each agencies expertise to focus on one united mission, protecting the homeland is not the job of a single agency. The @HSTaskForce was created to bring us together to make our country safer, one investigation at a time.” @HSI_DC Acting Special Agent in Charge Kai Wah Chan
HSI Washington DC retweeted
Fifteen Men Charged in Superseding Indictment Targeting a Transnational Methamphetamine and GBL Trafficking Organization
“This is an operation that is consistent with President Trump’s executive order to make D.C. safe and beautiful. It is, of course, part of the @HSTaskForce that brings a whole government approach to government partnership dedicated to eliminating the threats against American people.” @USAttyPirro
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@HSI_DC Acting Special Agent in Charge speaks on drug trafficking indictments and the work of the Homeland Security Task Force to keep communities safe.
🚨 1:30PM ET 🚨
@USAttyPirro will announce a superseding indictment of individuals involved in a transnational methamphetamine and GBL trafficking operation that imported massive quantities of narcotics for distribution in Washington, D.C.
WATCH LIVE HERE ⬇️
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THREE MEN SENTENCED FOR FIREARMS SMUGGLING SCHEME
The three men attempted to smuggle firearms from the U.S. to Honduras.
This case is part of ongoing @HSI_DC efforts to stop the flow of firearms from the U.S. to Honduras.
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Two Honduran nationals and a co-conspirator were sentenced to prison today for attempting to smuggle firearms from the United States to Honduras.
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🚨NEW: GUILTY VERDICT FOR 2 MS-13 LEADERS
An HSI-led @HSTaskForce investigation resulted in a guilty verdict from two leaders of MS-13 for horrific violent crimes including RICO murder.
READ MORE ➡️ justice.gov/usao-dc/pr/two-m…
DC MAN SENTENCED FOR AMMUNITION CONSPIRACY AFTER HSI INVESTIGATION
Tariq Lassiter, 28, a previously convicted felon, was sentenced to 13 months in prison after directing his girlfriend to buy rifle ammunition and a 60-round capacity magazine.
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VIRGINIA MAN RECEIVES 14 YEAR SENTENCE FOR CHILD EXPLOITATION
Alageon Jaytwon Gravely used Snapchat to exploit at least nine underage girls online.
LINK 🔗justice.gov/usao-wdva/pr/vin…
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NEW CHARGES FOR ASSAULTING FEDERAL AGENT
Gustavo Quintero was previously indicted on child sexual abuse charges but during his arrest, he assaulted an HSI special agent, resulting in ADDITIONAL charges of assault of a federal law enforcement officer.
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Charlottesville Man, Previously Charged for Sexual Exploitation of Albemarle Teen, Charged in Second Assault of Federal Law Enforcement Officers justice.gov/usao-wdva/pr/cha…
‼️NEW: MAN SENTENCED TO 18 YEARS FOR ATTEMPTED CHILD SEXUAL EXPLOITATION
Alexander Bonilla Canales was sentenced to 18 years in prison after communicating with an undercover law enforcement officer he believed was a 14 y.o girl & attempting to arrange a sexual encounter.
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Salvadoran national Mario Alexander Bonilla Canales, 50, was sentenced to 18 years in prison for federal immigration and child sexual exploitation charges.
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"HSI is proud to stand with so many law enforcement partners united in one goal: making the Commonwealth of Virginia a safer place to live."
Operation United Resolve brought federal resources to local law enforcement to tackle public safety issues in Lynchburg.
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United Resolve Lynchburg Nets 140 Fugitives, Illegal Firearms, Fentanyl and Methamphetamine justice.gov/usao-wdva/pr/uni…
NEW: 21 YEAR SENTENCE FOR DRUG, GUN CHARGES
Alonzo Lee Bonner was sentenced to over 21 years in prison for intent to distribute meth & for felon in possession of a firearm.
Bonner has a LENGTHY criminal history and caused an hour-long standoff during his arrest.
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Alonzo Lee Bonner Jr., 39, of Petersburg, was sentenced to 21 years and 10 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
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25 years later, we remember the lives lost and the indelible mark left on our nation after 9/11.
But we also remember the thousands who ran towards danger and those who were inspired to serve in the following years.
We will never forget the service and sacrifice of this day.
8 YEARS FOR DRUG TRAFFICKER
@VBPD & @HSI_DC caught Andre Lawrence Shorts selling cocaine in Virginia Beach. A search found large amounts of cocaine plus cash, meth, amphetamines, & opiates.
Now, thanks to law enforcement partnerships, he's facing 8 long years in federal prison
Andre Lawrence Shorts, 35, of Virginia Beach, was sentenced to 8 years in prison for possession with intent to distribute cocaine and possession of a firearm in furtherance of a drug trafficking crime.
justice.gov/usao-edva/pr/vir…
🚨BREAKING: 9 GANG MEMBERS INDICTED FOR RICO MURDER CONSPIRACY
@HSI_DC & partners arrested 9 alleged members of a violent gang operating on the Eastern Shore of VA involved in murder, drug trafficking, shootings, violent assaults, & more.
Worked w/ Accomack Co. Sheriff’s Office
Nine alleged members of the Makk Ballers gang were charged with RICO conspiracy, racketeering murder and attempted murder, and firearms charges.
justice.gov/usao-edva/pr/nin…
Thousands of HSI special agents around the country are working right now to keep our roadways safe by rooting out CDL fraud.
@HSI_DC special agents are working with the Department of Transportation to uphold the safety and integrity of our transit systems.
HSI Washington DC retweeted
GO INTERNATIONAL WITH HSI NOW!
WATCH the NEW EPISODE of HSI's Top Five now for a quick look at the most impactful cases our special agents have recently worked around the world to keep Americans and our partners safe.
➡️This week, their work in Peru, Colombia, the Philippines and Honduras stops alleged illegal miners, fuel traffickers, drug traffickers, sexual predators and murders to ensure they face justice.
HSI Washington DC retweeted
Fentanyl deaths are DOWN 22% — and we are keeping up the fight.
Under @POTUS Trump and @SecMullinDHS, HSI is working alongside our enforcement partners to take the fight directly to the cartels and criminal networks flooding our communities with deadly fentanyl.
Our special agents are working every day to disrupt drug trafficking, dismantle criminal networks, and protect American communities.
Fentanyl deaths plunge 22% as Trump White House touts crackdown on deadly drug crisis
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ILLEGAL ALIEN PLEADS GUILTY TO IDENTITY THEFT
Jean Claude Casimir, an illegal alien from French Guiana, stole two people's identities to fraudulently get a U.S. passport, vehicle title and registration.
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Jean Claude Casimir, 59, a national of French Guiana residing illegally in Adelphi, Maryland, pled guilty to aggravated identity theft, Social Security fraud, and use of a passport secured by false statements.
justice.gov/usao-edva/pr/ill…
NEW: FORMER LEGISLATOR AND EX-TEACHER INDICTED
A grand jury indicted David Elliott Pritt on child sexual exploitation and witness tampering charges.
@HSI_DC arrested Pitt last month.
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Federal Grand Jury Indicts Ex-Teacher and Former State Legislator on Child Sexual Exploitation, Enticement and Witness Tampering Charges
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ALT Graphic of quote from U.S. Attorney Moore Capito: “With West Virginia’s children returning to school this month, now is another opportunity for parents and caregivers to have those important conversations with their kids. Our children need to know that they can safely report and talk about any situation that potentially involves grooming, inappropriate behavior, or abuse.” The office seal and Capito’s photo, name, and title are below the quote.