Tuesday, December 22, 2009

SHERIFF ARPAIO INTRODUCES A NEW VIDEO BOOK CLUB...


SHERIFF ARPAIO INTRODUCES A NEW VIDEO BOOK CLUB...AIMED AT LESSENING THE PAIN OF SEPARATION BETWEEN INMATE AND CHILD

Separation between parent and child is always difficult but no more so than when the parent is in jail. Visits can be awkward, phone calls are short and costly to the family and letter writing is quickly becoming a thing of the past.

Easing some of the pain of separation is the reason behind Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s introduction of a new literacy program called “A.B.C. -Arpaio’s Book Club.”

The program consists of inmates recording a book of their choice on a DVD which is then edited and mailed to the home of the inmate’s child. The inmate could be the father or mother or aunt or grandmother – whoever acts as a primary or secondary caregiver to a child.

Books for the program, Arpaio says, have all been donated from local sources including libraries, book vendors as well as from individuals.

The only costs associated with the program are minimal – the DVDs themselves and postage. The filming and editing are done by detention officers from the Inmate Programs division, a part of the office largely funded by canteen sales, vending machines sales and phone calls made to family and friends by inmates.

Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

Sunday, December 13, 2009

Google Maps recognizes Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association as a Favorite Place on Google

Congratulations! You hae made Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association a Favorite Place on Google. Between July 1 and September 30, Google users found Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association listed 5547 times, and requested driving directions or other information about our association 216 times.

Because we are so popular, Google provided a decal that shows citizens we are a Favorite Place on Google. The sticker includes a special bar code that citizens may scan with cameras on their phones. Then they can see Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association listings on Google, read and write reviews, and be added as a favorite right there. Our office is located in the Executive Towers Condominiums at 207 W. Clarendon Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013. Stop by and visit the facility and ask the office manager, Cindy Lee or one of the front desk attendants if you can capture the special bar code from the sticker. We have placed it on the condo resident bulletin board in the mail room adjacent to the lobby.

Send us an email at
Info@PhoenixCentral.org
if you have problems.

We look forward to providing you with more and better ways to grow the Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association.

Alton J. Jones
Chairman
Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association



Saturday, December 5, 2009

Texas Prison Escapee Added to U.S. Marshals '15 Most Wanted' List‏


The U.S. Marshals have added to their ”15 Most Wanted “ list a man serving three life sentences who escaped custody during his transport from Huntsville, TX. During the escape, Arcade Joseph Comeaux, Jr. allegedly produced a weapon and fired upon two correctional officers, took them hostage and forced them to drive to Baytown, TX where he restrained the officers in the back of the van, took their firearms and one of their uniforms.

Source: US Marshals

Friday, December 4, 2009

Wanted: The High Country Bandits‏


The FBI is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the High Country Bandits, an armed crew who have allegedly committed three bank robberies across Northern Arizona in Flagstaff, Prescott Valley, and in Payson. The unknown male identified as suspect number one points a semi-automatic handgun at the victim teller(s) and demands money. He obtains an undisclosed amount of money then orders everyone on the ground and exits the financial institution with a second suspect.

Suspect number one is described as a White male, 20’s - 40’s, approximately 5’5” – 5’7”, slight build, wearing dark clothing, gloves, baseball cap, sunglasses, and a facemask that covers at least the lower half of his face. There is no description for suspect number two.

The following credit union and banks have been robbed:

Arizona Central Credit Union, 1948 South Woodland Village Blvd, Flagstaff, Arizona, 10/14/09.


Country Bank, 3044 North Glassford Hill Road, Prescott Valley, Arizona, 10/30/09.

Compass Bank, 613 S. Beeline Highway, Payson, Arizona, 11/25/09.

Please contact the FBI at (602) 279-5511 with any information about the identity of the High Country Bandits.

Source: F.B.I. Phoenix Office

Saturday, November 7, 2009

Transient in the area of 3rd Avenue and Osborn Road


Luis Bueno

Transient in the area of 3rd Avenue and Osborn Road, Phoenix, AZ 85013

Age: 39
Height: 5'8"
Weight: 158
Hair: Brown
Eyes: Brown

He is not wanted by the Phoenix Police at this time.

Source:
Phoenix Police Department, Sex Offender Notification Squad

On September 6, 1991, Offender Bueno pled guilty to two counts of Attempted Sexual Assault in Maricopa County Superior Court.

During the incident, Offender Bueno attempted to sexually assault two female victims, who were injured when they jumped out of a third floor window to escape.

In a separate incident, Offender Bueno attacked the female victim at her office. He knocked the victim to the floor, where he punched her in the face and attempted to sexually assault her. Offender Bueno was a stranger to the victim.

Friday, October 30, 2009

“Wig Bandit” Bank Robbers Sentenced to 18 and 20 Years in Federal Prison

Two of the so-called “Wig Bandits,” bank robbers who donned wigs during the commission of armed bank robberies, have been sentenced to federal prison by U.S. District Judge David G. Campbell. Andrei Ulisses Chavez, 25, and Francisco Javier Serrano, 23, both Mexican citizens living in Phoenix, each pleaded guilty in June 2009, to one count of Armed Bank Robbery and one count of Use of a Firearm During a Crime of Violence.

Serrano was sentenced yesterday to 20 years in federal prison. Chavez was sentenced in September 2009 to 18 years in federal prison. Four co-defendants are pending sentencing after pleading guilty for each of their roles in the robberies. A final co-defendant is pending trial.

“I applaud the continued success of federal and local law enforcement agencies in bringing bank robbers to justice,” stated U.S. Attorney Dennis K. Burke. “These sentences reflect the violent nature of this type of crime.”

“These sentences illustrate the cooperative efforts of our law enforcement partners and the FBI,” stated FBI Special Agent in Charge Nathan T. Gray, Phoenix Division. “The Glendale and Phoenix Police Departments were instrumental in the investigation of the ‘Wig Bandits.’ When you reduce the number of violent takeover type bank robbers, it makes our communities safer. We remain committed to reducing the number of robberies in the Valley by working with our prosecuting partners at the County and Federal levels.”

In addition to the co-defendants who are pending sentencing, one additional co-defendant is pending trial. Julio Cesar Feliciano, Jr., 45, of Phoenix, is charged with five armed bank robberies involving multiple firearms and is set for trial beginning November 10, 2009, before Judge Campbell. An individual is presumed innocent until competent evidence is presented to a jury that establishes guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

The investigation was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Glendale, Phoenix, and Avondale Police Departments. The prosecution is being handled by Alison S. Bachus and Dimitra H. Sampson, Assistant U.S. Attorneys, District of Arizona, Phoenix.

CASE NUMBER: CR-08-932-PHX-DGC

RELEASE NUMBER: 2009-338(Chavez & Serrano)

Source: FBI Phoenix Office

Thursday, October 29, 2009

planPHX - Big Question #2‏

IMAGINE PHOENIX IN 2050. WHAT DO YOU SEE?

Go to www.phoenix.gov/planphx
and go to Events to find a Visioning Workshop during the month of November.

The Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association participates in the Encanto Village group.

Source: City of Phoenix Planning Department

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Man Accused of Sexual Assault During Harboring Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison‏

Feliciano Rojas-Vivar, aka Ruben Lopez-Lopez, 53, of Pueblas, Mexico, was sentenced on October 23, 2009, by U.S. District Judge Frederick J. Martone to 15 years in federal prison. Rojas-Vivar pleaded guilty to three counts of Harboring Illegal Aliens for Profit at his Phoenix residence in 2007. His step-son, Juan Daniel Rojas-Perez, 30, also of Pueblas, Mexico, was sentenced on March 23, 2009, by Judge Martone to 46 months in prison. He pleaded guilty to Conspiracy to Harbor Aliens.

In November 2007, Rojas-Vivar and Rojas-Perez worked together to harbor illegal aliens at a house owned by Rojas-Vivar. One of the aliens held at the residence was a juvenile female and at sentencing, Judge Martone found that there was credible evidence that Rojas-Vivar sexually assaulted her during the harboring. His step-son was not involved with the sexual assault. Both men had lived in the U.S. for an extended period of time and Rojas-Vivar had a history of alien smuggling. During sentencing, the judge stated that Rojas-Vivar had imposed a “reign of terror” on the juvenile victim and that his extreme conduct was unusually degrading.

The investigation in this case was conducted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement with assistance provided by the Phoenix Police Department. The prosecution was handled by Lisa Jennis Settel, Assistant U.S. Attorneys, District of Arizona, Phoenix.

CASE NUMBER: CR-07-1388-PHX-FJM

RELEASE NUMBER: 2009-335(Rojas-Vivar)

Source: FBI Phoenix Office

FBI Task Force Arrests Serial Bank Robber Based on Tip to Scottsdale Police‏

FBI agents and Scottsdale police officers arrested Michael Yanni, 26, of Phoenix, today for allegedly robbing eight banks in a 12-month time period in 2006 and 2007. Yanni was charged by a criminal complaint and made his initial appearance in federal court at 3:00 p.m. today. He will be detained pending a detention hearing set for Thursday, October 29th at 1:30 p.m.

According to the criminal complaint, an anonymous caller left a message for the Scottsdale Police Department on their TIP line in December 2008. Based on details provided by the caller, the Task Force investigated the case for 10 months. They located and spoke with victim tellers and witnesses, and showed them lineups to see if they could identify Yanni as the bank robber. Yanni, formerly of Scottsdale, was identified in all eight banks. Today, the Task Force located Yanni and arrested him without incident at his residence in Phoenix.

The complaint alleges that Yanni committed eight bank robberies in Scottsdale, Phoenix, Carefree and Marana, Ariz., between June 13, 2006, and June 29, 2007. He typically wore a bandana and mirrored aviator sunglasses. Also according to the complaint, after asking the victim tellers for money, he frequently asked them to “do it quietly.”

“The Violent Crime/Bank Robbery Task Force has been extremely successful in bringing bank robbers to justice,” stated U.S. Attorney Dennis K. Burke. “When federal, state, and local law enforcement create and maintain partnerships to target specific crime, and the residents of Arizona also provide information, the result is safer communities.”

FBI Special Agent in Charge Nathan T. Gray, Phoenix Division, stated that, “The arrest of Michael Yanni by the FBI’s Bank Robbery Task Force is another fine example of the commitment and professionalism of task force members who represent their respective law enforcement agencies. Our law enforcement partners have been instrumental in the effectiveness of the bank robbery task force in its efforts to reduce bank robberies in the Valley. In addition, we are grateful to the public for its willingness to get involved and assist the law enforcement community.”

After countless hours of investigation leading to the arrest of Yanni, Scottsdale Police Chief Alan Rodbell stated, “The entire investigation is like a puzzle with many pieces. When we are looking for that final piece that a member of our community is holding, we greatly appreciate their cooperation in partnering with us. This case is a prime example of how the public can partner with us to remove a criminal from our streets.”

There have been 183 bank robberies in the Phoenix metropolitan area since January 1, 2009. The Violent Crime/Bank Robbery Task Force has solved 121 to date.

A conviction for each count of Bank Robbery carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison, a $250,000 fine or both. A criminal complaint is simply the method by which a person is charged with criminal activity and raises no inference of guilt. An individual is presumed innocent until competent evidence is presented to a jury that establishes guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

The FBI has partnered with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, the Mesa Police Department, the Phoenix Police Department, the Scottsdale Police Department, the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office to form the Violent Crime/Bank Robbery Task Force in order to investigate, arrest and seek prosecution of those responsible for robbing banks in the Valley. The prosecution in this case is being handled by Jennifer E. Green, Assistant U.S. Attorney, District of Arizona, Phoenix.

CASE NUMBER: 09-550M

RELEASE NUMBER: 2009-336(Yanni)

Source: FBI Phoenix Office

Monday, October 26, 2009

Federal, State, and Local Cooperation Nabs Homicide Suspect‏

The U.S. Marshals Service, U.S. Department of State, Arizona Department of Public Safety and the Phoenix Police Department, members of the Arizona WANTED Task Force arrested Lazar Yousif Lazar as he re-entered the United States . In March 2009 a warrant was issued by the Maricopa County Superior Court for the arrest of Lazar after he failed to appear for court proceedings related to the prior charges of First Degree Murder, Assisting a Criminal Street Gang, Aggravated Assault, and Robbery.

Source: US Marshals

Monday, October 19, 2009

Fugitive Arrested in Arizona‏

Cathy J. Jones, U.S. Marshal for the Southern District of Ohio, announced that Marco Medina has been arrested. In August of 2004, United States District Court Judge Edmund A. Sargus Jr. issued a warrant for Medina’s arrest. The warrant charged Medina with Conspiracy and Possession with Intent to Distribute over one hundred kilograms of marijuana.

Source: U.S. Marshal

The Hot Head Bandit – Wanted

Phoenix FBI Special Agent in Charge Nathan Thomas Gray announced today the FBI’s Bank Robbery Task Force, Phoenix Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying The Hot Head Bandit. He has allegedly robbed a total of five banks.

In today’s robbery an unknown male robbed the Wells Fargo Bank inside the Basha’s grocery store located at 5115 N. Dysart Road in Litchfield Park. The suspect approached the tellers, displayed a weapon and demanded money. Bank employees provided an undisclosed amount of money and the suspect exited the bank / grocery store on foot.

The unknown male is described as a White male, early to mid 50s, 5’6’’ – 5’8’, 150 – 200 lbs., dark t-shirt, shorts, dark sunglasses, and a baseball cap. In two of the robberies the unknown male wore a baseball cap with flames on it.

The following is a list of the other bank robberies:

US Bank, 8/17/2009, 440 N. Estrella Pkwy, Goodyear
M&I Bank, 8/20/2009, 19828 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix
National Bank of Arizona,9/18/2009, 20428 N. 27th Ave., Phoenix
US Bank, 9/29/2009, 4811 N. 83rd Ave., Phoenix


Bank employees and customers are asked to be on the look out for The Hot Head Bandit.

Please, contact the FBI Phoenix Office at (602) 279-5511 or Silent Witness at 480-Witness with any information about The Hot Head Bandit and/or the bank robberies.

Source: F.B.I. Phoenix Office

Wednesday, October 7, 2009

Unknown Bank Robber Wanted

The FBI Bank Robbery Task Force is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying an unknown bank robber. On Tuesday, October 6, 2009, an unknown male entered the Wells Fargo Bank inside the Basha’s grocery store located at 5115 N. Dysart Road, Litchfield Park. He approached the teller window and presented a demand note containing a threatening message. The victim teller provided an undisclosed amount of money and he exited the bank on foot. No vehicle was seen.

The unknown male is described as a Middle Eastern male, 23 – 35 years, 5’5” to 5’6”, 160 lbs., beard, yellow or beige pageboy hat, light colored collared shirt, brown long sleeve pullover sweater with a Knight’s cross design on the front.

Please contact the FBI Phoenix Division at (602) 279-5511 or 480-WITNESS, with any information about the identity of the unknown bank robber and/or information about the bank robbery.

Source: F.B.I. Phoenix Office

Tuesday, October 6, 2009

Phoenix General Plan Update available for download

The Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association has requested the City of Phoenix Planning Department to make its presentation about the General Plan Update available online for download.

Click here to download a copy of this presentation.

FYI: It's a 4.6MB pdf.

Source: City of Phoenix

Saturday, September 26, 2009

Encanto Village Visioning Workshop

Encanto Village Visioning workshops begin on October 5th.

Activity 1 asks Big Question #1:

What do you value most about Phoenix and why?

Please tell us!

Click here for further details.

Source: City of Phoenix

Saturday, September 19, 2009

Seeking Information on the “The Blue Collar Bandit”

The FBI Bank Robbery Task Force is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the he "Blue Collar Bandit.” On Wednesday, September 16, 2009, an unknown male entered the Wells Fargo Bank located inside the Fry’s grocery store at 4202 W. Cactus in Glendale.

He approached the teller window and made an oral demand for money. The victim teller provided an undisclosed amount of money. He then demanded more money from another teller and threatened the teller with a semi-auto handgun. The unknown male received an undisclosed amount of money and exited the bank on foot. No vehicle was seen.

The unknown male is described as a Hispanic male, 20 – 30 years, 5’11” to 6’0”, 180 lbs., average build, green plaid long sleeve shirt, beige khaki pants, beige camouflage fishing hat, carrying a silver semi-auto handgun.

The unknown male has allegedly robbed the following additional banks:

Wells Fargo Bank, 8/6/09, 6601 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Wells Fargo Bank, 8/11/09, 6965 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale
Sun Bank, 8/20/09, 5010 N. 95th Ave., Glendale
Wells Fargo Bank, 9/3/09, 5115 N. Dysart Road, Litchfield
Wells Fargo Bank, 9/9/09, 20205 N. 67th Ave., Glendale
Wells Fargo Bank is offering a $5,000.00 reward.

Please contact the FBI Phoenix Division at (602) 279-5511, with any information about the identity of “The Blue Collar Bandit” and/or information about the bank robberies.

Source: F.B.I. (Phoenix Office)

Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Imagine Phoenix in 2050

The city of Phoenix is about to begin a very important project and we need your help. Every ten years Arizona State Law requires cities to update their general plans. The General Plan provides comprehensive direction for the growth, conservation and redevelopment of all physical aspects of the city through goals, policies and recommendations. This document is intended to be both long range and visionary and to provide guidance for actions over a long period of time. This project will be broken into two phases. Phase I - visioning, and Phase II - policy plan development. Phase I will kick off on October 5, 2009 and continue through June, 2010. Phase II will begin in September, 2010 and continue through September, 2011. The plan will be presented to the public for approval at an election in September, 2012.

Visit the Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association calendar page at www.PhoenixCenral.org/Calendar.html for specific workshop dates. The boundaries of the Phoenix Central Neighborhood Association (Indian School to Thomas Roads and 7th Avenue and 3rd Street) is assigned to the Encanto Village. A schedule for all villages can be viewed by visiting www.PhoenixCentral.org/village.pdf.

A different activity will be held each month. At the end of each workshop, more details will be provided regarding the activity for the next workshop. You are encouraged to share this list of meeting dates with your friends and neighbors and ask them to attend. These workshops are open to the public.

At the first workshops in October, you will be asked the question "What do you value most about Phoenix, and why?" To help answer this question, ask yourself how you came to be in Phoenix. Were you born here? Did you move here? What attracted you to Phoenix? What keeps you here? What stands out to you as a special moment, event or feeling during the time you have lived in Phoenix? WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! If you are not able to attend a workshop, please emai your response to planphx@phoenix.gov.

THANK YOU!!!

Source: City of Phoenix

Tuesday, August 18, 2009

The Western District of Texas has added several new fugitives

Name: AWOGBAMI, Olaniran
Offense(s): Sexual Assault, Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution
Point of Contact: Lone Star Fugitive Task Force (512) 916-5393

Name: AGUAYO, JUAN CARLOS
Offense(s): Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution
Point of Contact: Deputy U.S. Marshal Juan Blanco at (915) 534-6779

Name: AVILA-GARCIA, DANIEL
Offense(s): Bond Revocation
Point of Contact: CI DUSM K. Padilla at (915) 892-9814

Name: CABRALES, CESAR
Offense(s): Bond Revocation
Point of Contact: Deputy US Marshal David Ochoa at (915) 534-6779

Name: CALZADA, PETER
Offense(s): Bond Revocation
Point of Contact: DUSM Anthea Nevarez at (915) 534-6779

Name: CARDONA, RENE OLIVAS
Offense(s): Bond Violation
Point of Contact: CIDUSM Ellis at (915) 534-6018

Name: ENGLISH, MORRIS D. Jr.
Offense(s): Mail Fraud
Point of Contact: SDUSM Payan at (915) 534-6018

Name: ESCAJEDA, JOSE RODOLFO
Offense(s): Dangerous Drugs
Point of Contact: SDUSM Payan at (915) 534-6018

Name: JAIMEZ-HERNANDEZ, Vicente
Offense(s): Escape. Original Charge: Armed Carjacking
Point of Contact: 1 (877) WANTED2

Name: MORALES, Jose
Offense(s): Violation of Texas Civil Commitment Statutes. Original Charge: Aggravated Sexual Assault (2 Counts). Sexually Violent Predator - Extremely Dangerous.
Point of Contact: (254) 750-1570 or (210) 472-6540

Name: MUNOZ, DAVID
Offense(s): Escape from Correctional Institute La Tuna
Point of Contact: SDUSM Payan at (915) 534-6018

Name: PALACIOS, Stephen Jr. $$ REWARD $$
Offense(s): Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution, Kidnapping
Point of Contact: (830) 703-2075

Name: ROMAN-MARTINEZ, Israel
Offense(s): First Degree Murder
Point of Contact: Lone Star Fugitive Task Force at (512) 916-5393

Name: VILLAREAL, BRISA DENISE
Offense(s): Escape/Marijuana Smuggling
Point of Contact: SDUSM Payan at (915) 534-6018

Source: U.S. Marshals

Friday, June 12, 2009

U.S. Marshals Lead Nationwide Manhunt for Fugitive Sex Offender Who Disappeared With Missing Toddler

The U.S. Marshals Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force is on the hunt for fugitive Robbie Douglas Potter, 27. Potter is a convicted sex offender who authorities believe is on the run with his girlfriend and her 3-year-old daughter. Potter is wanted on a state warrant for parole violation and on a federal warrant for probation violation.

Source: U.S. Marshals

Friday, May 29, 2009

U.S. Marshals Add Memphis Murder Suspect to 15 Most Wanted Fugitive List

The U.S. Marshals Service announced today the addition of a Memphis man, who is wanted in Tennessee for first-degree murder and criminal attempt first-degree murder, to its list of 15 Most Wanted fugitives. Robert Lee King, 45, allegedly murdered his girlfriend and attempted to murder her 20-year-old daughter.

Source: U.S. Marshals

Thursday, May 14, 2009

U.S. Marshals Arrest Level III Sex Offender in Mesa‏

Deputy U.S. Marshals and Task Force Officers from the U.S. Marshals led-Child Predator Apprehension Team (CPAT) arrested Christopher Lyons, 46, in the area of Country Club and Juanita Ave in Mesa. Lyons was wanted by the Arizona Department of Corrections for violating the conditions of his parole, after having been convicted of failing to register as a Sex Offender.

Source: US Marshals


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Friday, April 24, 2009

Black Hat Bandits Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix FBI Special Agent in Charge Nathan Thomas Gray announced today the FBI’s Bank Robbery Task Force, Phoenix Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a possible crew of serial bank robbers.

The alleged serial bank robbers have robbed eleven US Bank branches, One Wells Fargo bank branch and one Chase bank branch.

Eleven of the thirteen bank robberies have occurred inside Safeway grocery stores. During the first five bank robberies the robber handed the victim teller a white envelope demanding the teller’s money. A note was used exclusively during the last eight robberies.

The subjects are described as follows: Hispanic males or light skinned Hispanic males, early 20’s to mid 30’s, 5’8” to 5’10”, 160 lbs., skinny to medium build. In some of the robberies the robbers wore black hats. At other times they have worn a bandanna, a striped hat, a gray beanie cap and a beanie cap with a Cardinal’s logo.


The US Bank has announced a reward of up to $10,000.00 for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of anyone robbing a US Bank. Amount of the reward is determined by the management of Corporate Security and recommendation from law enforcement as the validity of information provided.

The location and dates of the robberies are as follows:

12/05/2008, US Bank, 3450 W. Bell Road, Phoenix
02/20/2009, US Bank, 520 W. Osborn Road, Phoenix
03/04/2009, US Bank, 3450 W. Bell Road, Phoenix
03/06/2009, US Bank, 630 E. Bell Road, Phoenix
03/30/2009, US Bank, 12320 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria
04/04/2009, US Bank, 15415 N. 65th Place, Phoenix
04/04/2009, Wells Fargo, Bank, 4857 E. Greenway Road, Phoenix
04/07/2009, Chase Bank, 12320 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria
04/11/2009, US Bank, 3450 W. Bell Road, Phoenix
04/14/2009, US Bank, 630 E. Bell Road, Phoenix
04/15/2009, US Bank, 520 W. Osborn Road, Phoenix
04/16/2009, US Bank, 5100 W. Baseline Road, Phoenix
04/22/2009, US Bank, 4811 N. 83rd Avenue, Phoenix

Please, contact the FBI Phoenix Office at (602) 279-5511 with any information about these bank robberies.

Source: FBI Phoenix, Arizona office

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Former Fifth-Grade Teacher Pleads Guilty in Child Pornography Case‏

Victor Scott McPeak, Jr., 38, of Surprise, Ariz., pleaded guilty yesterday to one count of Receipt of Child Pornography, a class C felony offense. McPeak is a former fifth grade school teacher who was charged in March 2008.

McPeak was initially identified because he purchased child pornography through the use of the Internet. A subsequent search of McPeak’s home revealed that he possessed numerous images and videos of child pornography.

The maximum penalty for Receipt of Child Pornography is a mandatory minimum of five years, and a maximum of 20 years, in prison. Per the terms of the plea agreement, McPeak faces between seven and 14 years in federal prison followed by a term of up to lifetime supervised release. Sentencing is set for June 24, 2009, at 9:30 a.m. in front of U.S. District Judge Paul G. Rosenblatt. The investigation in this case was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The prosecution is being handled by Heather H. Nelson and Sharon K. Sexton, Assistant U.S. Attorneys, District of Arizona.

CASE NUMBER: CR 08-232-PHX-PGR
RELEASE NUMBER: 2009-120(McPeak)

Source: FBI (Phoenix Office)

U.S. Marshals Recently Added Fugitives

The Southern District of Ohio has added two new fugitives to the Profiled Fugitives page.

Name: WILSON, Christopher
Offense(s): Violation of Parole
Point of Contact: U.S. Marshals Service (937) 225-2917

Name: SNOWDEN, Terrence
Offense(s): Violation of Parole
Point of Contact: U.S. Marshals

Source: U.S. Marshals

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Recently Added Fugitives

Eight new fugitives have been added to the Western District of Pennsylvania Website. If you have any information concerning these fugitives, please contact the Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force (WPA FTF) at: (412) 422-GRAB (4722) or (412) 644-6628.

Name: BROWN, Charles E. III
Offense(s): Escape
Date of Warrant: March 04, 2009

Name: GOINS, Davon C.
Offense(s): Escape
Date of Warrant: March 04, 2009

Name: LEASURE, Tony
Offense(s): Warrant for Failure to Appear on Aggravated Assault and Simple Assault Charges
Date of Warrant: February 18, 2009

Name: MCFARLAND, Shawn Andre
Offense(s): Federal Bond Violation
Date of Warrant: February 18, 2009

Name: MEYER, Joshua
Offense(s): Aggravated Assault
Date of Warrant: November 19, 2008

Name: ROBERTSON, Christopher
Offense(s): Failure to Appear on Sexual Assault Charge
Date of Warrant: February 13, 2006

Name: SMITH, Kevin
Offense(s): Three Allegheny County Bench Warrants for Failure to Appear on Drug Related Charges
Date of Warrant: May 07, 2007

Name: THOMAS, Kevin Lee
Offense(s): Failure to Appear on charges: Robbery -Inflict Serious Bodily Injury and Criminal Conspiracy
Date of Warrant: December 17, 2008

Source: U.S. Marshals

Friday, March 13, 2009

New Fugitives Added: Duane Martin Gongaware; Alan Ray Swaney, Devon Terel Wyatt‏

The Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force (WPA FTF) at: (412) 422-GRAB (4722) or (412) 644-6628 are looking for:

GONGAWARE, Duane Martin,
Offense(s): Aggravated Indecent Assault, Aggravated Assault, Escape, Simple Assault and Drug related charges,
Date of Warrant: 07/29/08

SWANEY, Alan Ray
Offense(s): Pennsylvania Parole Violation
Date of Warrant: 01/30/09

WYATT, Devon Terel
Offense(s): Escape
Date of Warrant: 12/20/08

Source: U.S. Marshals

Tuesday, March 10, 2009

New Fugitives Added: Jeffrey Geddes and more...

New Fugitives Added: Jeffrey Geddes, District of Utah; Christopher Taylor, Jesus Chacon, Danny Mason, and Jeanette Grison, Middle District of Louisiana‏

Jeffrey Geddes is wanted by the District of Utah for Failure to Appear. His original charge was Fraud. If you have any information regarding Geddes, contact the U.S. Marshals Service, District of Utah, 801-524-3403

Christopher Taylor is wanted for Second Degree Murder and Illegal Use of a Weapon.

Jesus Chacon is wanted for Vehicular Homicide.

Danny Mason is wanted for Narcotics Violations.

Jeanette Grison is wanted for Probation Violation. Grison is also known as Jeanette Lewis.

Anyone with information concerning the location of these M/LA fugitives should contact the Middle Louisiana Fugitive Task Force at 225-389-0360. A cash reward may be available for information leading the the arrest of Taylor, Mason, Chacon or Grison.

Source: US Marshals

Thursday, March 5, 2009

New Fugitive Added: Timothy Jindra

Timothy JINDRA is wanted by the U.S. Marshals, Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force (WPA FTF) for a Pennsylvania Parole Violation.

JINDRA has violent tendencies and is considered an escape risk. JINDRA is believed to be a drug user and abuses alcohol.

Call the U.S. Marshals, Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force (WPA FTF) at: 412-422-GRAB(4722) or 412-644-6628 with any information. You may also send an email to: wpaftf@comcast.net All information WILL remain confidential and you may remain anonymous. A cash reward may be available.

Source: U.S. Marshals

Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Name the New Police Precincts

In order to keep up with the growing population of Phoenix, two new Police Precincts will be opening up in the very near future. In 2006, the City dedicated funding to build them in high growth areas of the City. The sites for the new precincts are at 99th Avenue and Lower Buckeye and Cave Creek and Smokehouse Trail (south of Carefree Highway). The Police Department is now accepting suggestions for the new precincts.

Please visit
http://www.phoenix.gov/police/new_precincts.html if you would like to submit your ideas.

Source: Phoenix Police Department

Monday, March 2, 2009

New Fugitive Added: Cesar ORTIZ‏

CESAR FRANK ORTIZ IS CURRENTLY WANTED BY THE LONE STAR FUGITIVE TASK FORCE FOR VIOLATION OF SUPERVISED RELEASE. ORTIZ HAS A HISTORY INVOLVING WEAPON OFFENSES. ORTIZ CLAIMS MEMBERSHIP IN THE TEXAS SYNDICATE PRISON GANG. IF YOU KNOW THE WHEREABOUTS OF ORTIZ, YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO CONTACT THE LONE STAR FUGITIVE TASK FORCE, 24 HRS AT (512) 916-5393 OR YOUR NEAREST LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY. APPROACH WITH CAUTION.

Source: U.S. Marshals

Friday, February 27, 2009

FBI BANK ROBBERY TASK FORCE INVESTIGATING...

FBI BANK ROBBERY TASK FORCE INVESTIGATING LOOMIS ARMORED COURIER ROBBERY

Phoenix FBI Acting Special Agent in Charge Stephen A. Cocco announced today, February 26, 2009, that the FBI is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying those responsible for the robbery of a Loomis Armored Courier.

On February 24, 2009, at approximately 1:37 p.m., a Loomis Armored Courier entered the Wells Fargo Bank located at 5160 W. Baseline Road, Phoenix, Arizona to make a delivery. An unknown male (Suspect #1), armed with an AK-47 style assault rifle followed the courier into the bank. Suspect #1 held the courier at gunpoint while demanding he drop his weapon and courier bags. The courier dropped the bags. Suspect #1 then took the courier bags and fled the bank entering a red/orange 2001 Chevy Cavalier with an undisclosed amount of money. An unknown male (Suspect #2) was the driver of the getaway vehicle. The vehicle was abandoned in the area of 55 th Avenue and Ellis (Just North of Baseline).

Suspect #1 is described as a Black Male, late 20’s, medium build, 5’10” to 6’0”, wearing a dark sweatshirt, blue jeans, dark nylon cap, armed with a AK-47 style assault rifle.

Suspect #2 is described as a Black Male (No Further Description), driving a red/orange 2001 Chevy Cavalier.

The Board of Directors of Loomis Armored US, Inc., has authorized the payment of up to Twenty-Five Thousand Dollars ($25,000.00) to persons who provide information to any police agency resulting in the arrest and conviction of the perpetrators, and the recovery of funds stolen during the robbery of a Loomis crew at Wells Fargo Bank branch, 5160 W. Baseline Road, Phoenix, Arizona.

The Board of Directors of Loomis Armored US, Inc., in its sole and absolute discretion, reserves the right: (i) to deny payment of any money to any informer; (ii) to determine the dollar value, if any, of information provided by any informer based on the value of that information to law enforcement authorities in the capture of the perpetrators and the recovery of the missing money; and (iii) to apportion money to be paid hereunder, if any, between two or more informers based on the value of such information in the capture of the perpetrators and the recovery of the missing money. This reward will remain in effect to June 1, 2009.

The FBI Bank Robbery Task Force is investigating this matter. The task force is comprised of the Phoenix Police Department, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, Mesa Police Department, and the Scottsdale Police Department. Anyone with information concerning this robbery or any knowledge of suspicious activity in the area in which the getaway vehicle was abandoned is urged to call the Phoenix FBI Field Division at 602-279-5511 or their local authorities. Callers are not required to identify themselves. Armed robbery is a violent crime and the public should use caution and not attempt to detain the robber(s).

Source: FBI Phoenix Office

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

New Fugitive Added: William PARKER‏

William Jessy PARKER JR is wanted by the U.S. Marshals, Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force (WPA FTF) on a Pittsburgh City Warrant for Burglary, Theft by Unlawful Taking, and Receiving Stolen Property.

Date of Warrant: 09/10/2008, NIC: W665107560, FBI #: 161857AD0

PARKER has violent tendencies and is considered an escape risk. PARKER has ties to the Hill District and Oakland sections of Pittsburgh, PA.

Call the U.S. Marshals, Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force (WPA FTF) at: 412-422-GRAB(4722) or 412-644-6628 with any information. You may also send an email to: wpaftf@comcast.net All information WILL remain confidential and you may remain anonymous. A cash reward may be available.

Source: US Marshals

Friday, February 13, 2009

East Valley Law Enforcement Efforts Track Down Career Criminal

East Valley Law Enforcement Efforts Track Down Career Criminal Wanted for Murder in California‏

Members of the Mesa Police Department’s Major Felons Unit and the Arizona WANTED Task Force arrested Dwight Niblett at a residence in Mesa. Dwight Niblett, 48, was wanted by the Los Angeles Police Department in connection with a murder that occurred in Los Angeles in July 2008.

Source: US Marshals

Wednesday, February 11, 2009

COMPUTER SOFTWARE COUNTERFEITERS INDICTED

In one of the largest counterfeiting schemes of this type to date nationwide, a 19-count federal indictment was unsealed on January 30, 2009, charging Christopher Loring Walters, 28, of Newport Beach, Calif., and Matthew Thomas Purse, 32, of Gilbert, Ariz., with Conspiracy, Mail and Wire Fraud, Criminal Copyright Infringement, and Trafficking in Counterfeit Labels, Packaging or Containers. The indictment was returned by a federal grand jury in November 2008.

Purse appeared in federal court in Phoenix in December 2008 and was released pending trial, although no firm trial date has been set. Walters remains a fugitive. He is a 28-year-old male with brown hair and blue eyes. He is 5'9" and approximately 170 lbs. Anyone with information regarding his possible whereabouts is urged to call the FBI at 602-279-5511.

The indictment alleges that from September 2004 through February 2006, Walters and Purse created various eBay merchant accounts and other commercial Web sites from which to sell and distribute greatly discounted counterfeit software. The pair, doing business as SoftwareDiner.com, Thesoftwareyard.com, Argyleequity.com, Eagletronics.com, Tekdealer.com, and other business names, advertised on Internet listings that they were authorized distributors of numerous brand name software from legitimate companies. Software victim-entities include Acronis, Apple, Corel, McAfee, Intuit, Sage, FWB, Intego, Macromedia (acquired by Adobe in 2005), Pinnacle, Symantec, Webroot, Roxio - a division of Sonic Solutions, and many other software companies. The indictment alleges at least 8,000 victim-consumers lost in excess of $500,000 to the scheme. Losses to more than 30 victim-entities nationwide could be much higher.

According to the indictment, Walters and Purse established bank accounts and credit card processing accounts with various financial institutions in order to process victim credit card purchases. They purchased or obtained legitimate versions of copyrighted software from which to create their stock of counterfeit software. They then acquired software duplicating equipment to mass produce and label counterfeit copies cloned from legitimate brand name software. The packaging, branding, and marking of the counterfeit software by the pair was done in the manner similar to how it was marketed and labeled by the actual victim-entity software companies. They then used the U.S. mail and other private commercial carriers to distribute the counterfeit software to victim-consumers across the U.S. and Canada.

In order to track, identify and stop these illegal activities, and to bring the accused parties to justice, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and the FBI worked closely with Washington, D.C.-based Software & Information Industry Association (SIIA).

Convictions for Mail & Wire Fraud carry a maximum of 20 year sentences, while the other charges carry maximum five year sentences per count. In addition, all the counts carry the possibility of a $250,000 fine. In determining an actual sentence in the event of a conviction, U.S. District Judge G. Murray Snow will consult the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, which provide appropriate sentencing ranges. The judge, however, is not bound by those guidelines in determining a sentence.

An indictment is simply the method by which a person is charged with criminal activity and raises no inference of guilt. An individual is presumed innocent until competent evidence is presented to a jury that establishes guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

The prosecution is being handled by Peter Sexton, Assistant U.S. Attorney, District of Arizona, Phoenix.

CASE NUMBER: CR-08-1359-PHX-GMS

RELEASE NUMBER: 2009-231(Walters, et al)

Source: FBI Phoenix Office

Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Suspected Homicide Suspect, Joseph Elias George Ettima, Added to 15 Most Wanted List‏

The U.S. Marshals announced today the addition of Joseph Elias George Ettima to the service’s 15 Most Wanted fugitive list. Ettima is wanted in California in connection with the murder of his grandmother. Along with the homicide charge, he is also wanted for robbery, arson, child endangerment and parole violation.

Source: US Marshals

Monday, February 2, 2009

Help Find the 'All in One' Robber‏

The FBI Phoenix Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the “The All In One Robber”. The unknown male approaches the victim teller and presents a manila envelope or a white UPS style envelope with a white piece of paper attached to it asking for 100s, 50s, and 20s. A gun is threatened with the use of the note but no gun has been seen.

The locations and dates are as follows:

January 29, 2009 @ Chase Bank, 6030 N. 19 th Ave., Phoenix

November 12, 2009, @ Chase Bank, 4031 Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale

October 14, 2009 @ Chase Bank, 7801 N. 19 th Ave., Phoenix

October 7, 2009 @ Chase Bank, 6030 N. 19 th Ave., Phoenix

The unknown male is described as a White male in his 30’s, approximately 5’8”, 185 lbs., wearing various baseball hats, denim jeans, and long sleeve button down shirts.

Please contact the FBI Phoenix Division at (602) 279-5511, with any information about “The All In One Robber.”


Source: FBI Phoenix Division

Friday, January 30, 2009

New Fugitive Added: Adrian NAVARRO‏

ADRIAN NAVARRO IS CURRENTLY SOUGHT BY THE LONE STAR FUGITIVE TASK FOR HIS ALLEGED INVOLVEMENT IN A SERIES OF SEXUAL ASSAULTS AGAINST VICTIMS YOUNGER THAN 6 YEARS OF AGE. NAVARRO WAS LAST SEEN IN THE AUSTIN, TEXAS AREA AND IS CONSIDERED DANGEROUS.

YOU ARE ENCOURAGED TO CONTACT THE LONE STAR FUGITIVE TASK FORCE AT (512) 916-5393, 24 HRS., OR YOUR NEAREST LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY.

Source: US Marshals

New Fugitive Added: Cecil STRATTON‏

STRATTON is Wanted by Louisiana Department of Corrections and US Marshals for Aggravated Escape. STRATTON escaped from the Allen Correctional Center in Kinder, LA on Sunday, January 25, 2009.

STRATTON's Criminal History includes: Murder, Armed Robbery, Burglary, Resisting Arrest, Drugs, and numerous other charges.

Up to $3,000 Reward is available for information leading to STRATTON.

Call US Marshals at (337) 262-6666.

Source: US Marshals

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

New Fugitive Added: Martin RODRIGUEZ-TAPIA‏

RODRIGUEZ-TAPIA is wanted by U.S. Marshals in Des Moines, IA for Violation of his Pre-Trial Release. RODRIGUEZ-TAPIA'S original charge is Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO DETAIN OR APPREHEND YOURSELF. If you have information on RODRIGUEZ-TAPIA'S whereabouts, please call U.S. Marshals in Des Moines at (515) 284-6240, U.S. Marshals Headquarters at (800) 336-0102, or local law enforcement.

Source: US Marshals

Friday, January 23, 2009

Wilson Bandit

The FBI Phoenix Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying, “The Wilson Bandit.” During the first two robberies the unknown male placed a manila envelope with black writing on the teller counter that said, “100’s and 50’s only. I have a gun.” The same note was written on a white envelope during the recent robbery. The unknown male partially covers his face during the robberies.

The locations and dates are as follows:

January 12, 2009 , @ Desert Schools Federal Credit Union, 4940 E. Ray Road, Phoenix

December 13, 2008, @ Desert Schools Federal Credit Union, 1380 West Elliot Road, Tempe

October 30, 2008, @ Desert Schools Federal Credit Union, 1380 West Elliot Road, Tempe

The unknown male is described as a Hispanic male in his late 20s to mid 30s, 5’10”, medium build.

Please contact the FBI Phoenix Division at (602) 279-5511, with information about “The Wilson Bandit’s” identity and/or information about the bank robberies.

Source: FBI Phoenix office

U.S. Marshals Arrest Arizona Sex Offender in Colorado‏

Deputy U.S. Marshals and Task Force Officers with the Arizona WANTED Fugitive Task Force, District of Colorado (Denver) and the Pueblo Police Department arrested Sean Clark, 33, in Pueblo, Colorado. Clark, a convicted sex offender, was wanted by the Maricopa County Adult Probation Department for violating the conditions of his probation, having originally been convicted of sexually assaulting a minor.

Source: US Marshals

Friday, January 16, 2009

ARIZONA MAN INDICTED FOR SELLING COUNTERFEIT SOFTWARE ON EBAY

A federal grand jury returned a 7-count indictment on Wednesday, January 13, 2009, against Kurt Kunselman, 44, of Waddell, Ariz., for violations of wire fraud, criminal copyright infringement and destruction of records with intent to obstruct a federal investigation. Kunselman was issued a summons and is set to appear before U.S. Magistrate Judge Lawrence O. Anderson at 10:45 a.m. on January 28, 2009.

The indictment alleges that between March 2005 and April 2007, Kunselman produced unauthorized and counterfeited copies of legitimate copyrighted software and fraudulently sold and distributed this counterfeited software through eBay. The copyrights on the software he illegally copied and sold are legally held by CBT Nuggets, an Oregon corporation. Additionally, the indictment alleges that Kunselman destroyed a computer file at his work place in an effort to impede the federal investigation.

A conviction for wire fraud carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison, a $250,000 fine or both. A conviction for destruction of records with intent to obstruct a federal investigation carries a maximum penalty of 20 years, a $250,000 fine or both. A conviction for criminal copyright infringement carries a maximum penalty of five years, a $250,000 fine or both. In determining an actual sentence, the assigned U.S. District Judge will consult the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, which provide appropriate sentencing ranges. The judge, however, is not bound by those guidelines in determining a sentence.

An indictment is simply the method by which a person is charged with criminal activity and raises no inference of guilt. An individual is presumed innocent until competent evidence is presented to a jury that establishes guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

The investigation preceding the indictment was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The prosecution is being handled by Rachel C. Hernandez, Assistant U.S. Attorney, District of Arizona, Phoenix.

CASE NUMBER: CR-09-0061-EHC

RELEASE NUMBER: 2009-015(Kunselman)

Source: FBI (Phoenix Office)

Thursday, January 15, 2009

New Fugitive Added: Mark Dwayne CLEMENTS‏

Mark Dwayne CLEMENTS is wanted by the U.S. Marshals, Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force (WPA FTF) on a Magistrate Arrest Warrant for a Sexual Assault charge. Additionally, CLEMENTS is wanted by the Prince Georges County, MD Sheriff's Office for a Homicide charge.

Date of Allegheny County Police Warrant: 11/12/2008;
Date of Prince Georges County Sheriff's Office Warrant: 09/29/2008;

Call the U.S. Marshals, Western Pennsylvania Fugitive Task Force (WPA FTF) at: 412-422-GRAB(4722) or 412-644-6628 with any information. You may also send an email to: wpaftf@comcast.net All information WILL remain confidential and you may remain anonymous. A cash reward may be available.

Source: US Marshals

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

New Fugitive Added: Larry Lorenzo MCGLOTHIN‏

Subject is wanted for failure to appear on a multi-count Criminal Sexual Conduct charge out of Big Rapids. He pled guilty to the offense, but failed to appear at his sentencing. He is also wanted for failing to register as a sex offender and is listed on the Michigan State Police most wanted sex offender list.

Source: U.S. Marshals

Monday, January 12, 2009

Savannah Most Wanted Suspect Captured‏

A fugitive wanted by the Savannah Chatham Metro Police Department was arrested by the U.S. Marshals Savannah Office of the Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force and SCMPD Special Investigations Detective in Savannah, Georgia. Malcolm Xavier Tartt, 18, was being sought on a warrant issued in Savannah, Georgia charging him with Aggravated Assault by pointing a shotgun and threatening to shoot the victim.

Source: U.S. Marshals

Friday, January 9, 2009

U.S. ARMY PRIVATE ARRESTED FOR TAKING BRIBES

U.S. Army Private First Class Christina M. Swenson, 39, of Tucson, was arrested today by the FBI and was charged by federal criminal complaint with Bribery of a Public Official. She is currently in federal custody and will have her initial appearance tomorrow, January 9, 2009, at 2 p.m. before U.S. Magistrate Judge Glenda E. Edmonds in Tucson.

The criminal complaint alleges that Swenson, while acting in her official duty, accepted four bribes totaling $3,500. Swenson is assigned to the USO Lounge at the Tucson International Airport (TIA) where her primary official duty is to assist U.S. Army soldiers arriving at TIA to obtain transportation to Fort Huachuca, Ariz. The FBI obtained information that Swenson was soliciting bribes to steer military personnel to transportation companies of her choice. According to the complaint, the owner of one of the shuttle services agreed to cooperate in the investigation and record conversations and meetings with Swenson.

In November and December 2008, the cooperating individual met with Swenson and provided her with $700, $1,000, $800 and $1000 in U.S. Currency at her residence in Tucson on four separate dates. The cooperating individual and Swenson discussed on several occasions that the money was in exchange for Swenson giving the cooperating individual "all the soldiers" to transport. Today, FBI Special Agents arrested Swenson without incident after she received a fifth bribe payment of $1,000.

A conviction for bribery of a public official carries a maximum penalty of 15 years in prison, a $250,000 fine or both. In determining an actual sentence, the U.S. District Court Judge will consult the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines, which provide appropriate sentencing ranges. The judge, however, is not bound by those guidelines in determining a sentence.

A criminal complaint is simply the method by which a person is charged with criminal activity and raises no inference of guilt. An individual is presumed innocent until competent evidence is presented to a jury that establishes guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.

The investigation in this case was conducted by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Command. The prosecution is being handled by Mary Sue Feldmeier, Assistant U.S. Attorney, District of Arizona, Tucson.

CASE NUMBER: Mag. No. 09-03031M (GEE)

RELEASE NUMBER: 2009-009(Swenson)

Source: FBI (Phoenix, AZ Office)

Thursday, January 8, 2009

15 MOST WANTED FUGITIVE AND ALLEGED SEXUAL PREDATOR FREDERICK McLEAN‏

U.S. MARSHALS ASK FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE IN THE MANHUNT FOR 15 MOST WANTED FUGITIVE AND ALLEGED SEXUAL PREDATOR FREDERICK McLEAN‏

U.S. Marshals in Southern California are more determined than ever to bring Frederick McLean to justice. McLean, an alleged sexual predator, is on the run and U.S. Marshals believe his crimes are so heinous they earned him a spot on the Marshals’ 15 Most Wanted fugitive list in 2006.

Source: U.S. Marshals

U.S. Marshals Arrest "Grimmie" Gang Member in Atlanta‏

The U.S. Marshals in Atlanta, acting on a tip from the Southern Ohio Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team, arrested Robert Mayberry a.k.a. “One-Eyed Kenny” in Atlanta, GA. Mayberry is the leader of the “Grimmie” gang, which controlled the drug trade around Avondale for years.

Mayberry is wanted by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, and Explosives on federal charges of Distribution of Heroin. Mayberry had been on the run for nearly two years.

Source: U.S. Marshals

U.S. Marshals Fugitive Featured on America's Most Wanted‏

The United States Marshals Service would like to announce Columbus, Ohio federal fugitive Rebecca Parrett is the featured fugitive on www.amw.com, the website for America’s Most Wanted. Rebecca Parrett is a felon who jumped her bond in March 2008 after being convicted in a high profile, $3 billion fraud case.

Source: U.S. Marshals