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U.S. Marshals Focus on Violent Fugitives During Operation Nazare Wave Operation Focused on Reducing Violent Crime in the National Capitol Region The U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) announced the results of Operation Nazare Wave, which focused on violent crime in Washington, D.C., and the National Capital Region. This operation was spearheaded by the USMS’ Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force (CARFTF) between April and September and resulted in the arrest of 826 fugitives (63 for homicide); recovery and seizure of 54 firearms; and seizure of 6.4 kg of narcotics and $1,115,365 in U.S. currency. “This successful operation reflects the collaborative approach the Justice Department has taken to turn the tide against violent crime,” said Attorney General Merrick B. Garland. “From April to September, the U.S. Marshals Service brought together more than 30 law enforcement agencies spanning the Washington, D.C. area to arrest 826 fugitives and seize significant quantities of firearms and narcotics. I am deeply grateful to every Deputy U.S. Marshal and law enforcement partner who took part in this operation.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/gWue2MtK

Justice Briefs: #ElectionThreats What to do if an elected official receives a threat? Watch the rest of the #JusticeBriefs conversation at https://lnkd.in/gNTyR-wR

Justice Briefs: #ElectionThreats When does free speech cross the line into criminal conduct? Watch the rest of the #JusticeBriefs conversation at https://lnkd.in/griZBNcy

Raytheon Company to Pay Over $950M in Connection with Defective Pricing, Foreign Bribery, and Export Control Schemes Raytheon Company (Raytheon) — a subsidiary of Arlington, Virginia-based defense contractor RTX (formerly known as Raytheon Technologies Corporation) — will pay over $950 million to resolve the Justice Department’s investigations into: (i) a major government fraud scheme involving defective pricing on certain government contracts and (ii) violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the Arms Export Control Act (AECA) and its implementing regulations, the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Raytheon will enter into a three-year deferred prosecution agreement (DPA) in connection with a criminal information filed today in the District of Massachusetts charging Raytheon with two counts of major fraud against the United States. As part of that resolution, Raytheon admitted to engaging in two separate schemes to defraud the Department of Defense (DOD) in connection with the provision of defense articles and services, including PATRIOT missile systems and a radar system. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gKTbJfPh

Justice Briefs: #ElectionThreats Learn how the Department of Justice is working to protect our elections and the public servants who facilitate them in this #JusticeBriefs with Head of the Election Threats Task Force John Dixon Keller. Watch the full conversation at https://lnkd.in/gNTyR-wR

"I want to extend my sympathy to the millions of Americans who’ve had their lives turned upside down by Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene. I know I speak for all of us in expressing my gratitude to the first responders on the ground who are carrying out rescue missions. And I want to thank all of the volunteers who are helping their neighbors get through these storms. " - Attorney General Merrick B. Garland

"Today’s resolution demonstrates that a company can be held accountable for serious crimes while also choosing a different path for their future." - Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Nicole M. Argentieri Yesterday, TD Bank N.A., the 10th largest bank in the United States, and its parent company TD Bank US Holding Company pleaded guilty and agreed to pay over $1.8 billion in penalties to resolve the Justice Department’s investigation into violations of the Bank Secrecy Act and money laundering. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dqvkpmpv

"As I’ve said before, a corporate strategy that pursues profits at the expense of compliance isn’t a path to riches; it’s a path to federal prosecution." - Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco Yesterday, TD Bank N.A., the 10th largest bank in the United States, and its parent company TD Bank US Holding Company pleaded guilty and agreed to pay over $1.8 billion in penalties to resolve the Justice Department’s investigation into violations of the Bank Secrecy Act and money laundering. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dqvkpmpv

Spreading false information about voting times or locations is a serious offense. The Justice Department is vigilant in prosecuting those who try to mislead voters. Ensure your information is accurate and report any misleading or fraudulent claims to local authorities or the FBI: https://tips.fbi.gov/home

"TD Bank chose profits over compliance, in order to keep its costs down. That decision is now costing the bank billions of dollars in criminal and civil penalties." - Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Yesterday, TD Bank N.A., the 10th largest bank in the United States, and its parent company TD Bank US Holding Company pleaded guilty and agreed to pay over $1.8 billion in penalties to resolve the Justice Department’s investigation into violations of the Bank Secrecy Act and money laundering. Read more: https://lnkd.in/dqvkpmpv