Posts Tagged FBI

Latest Internet Scams

 

  • “Drive-by” malware installs easily, locks computers, and demands payment. Details

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Scam Claims to be Message from FBI

There is a new “drive-by” virus on the Internet, and it often carries a fake message—and fine—purportedly from the FBI.

 

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Internet Crime Complaint Center’s (IC3) Scam Alerts

From IC3.gov:

This report, which is based upon information from law enforcement and complaints submitted to the IC3, details recent cyber crime trends, new twists to previously-existing cyber scams.

FAKE POLITICAL SURVEY

The IC3 has been notified of a scam involving telephone calls conducting a multiple-choice “political survey.” Following the survey, the recipients are told they won a free cruise to the Bahamas. After providing a website address for legitimacy, the caller requests the “winner’s” email address for notification purposes and credit card information to cover port fees. The website has very limited information, but does contain a few photos, testimonials, and “Caribbean Line” banner, in an attempt to convince visitors it is legitimate. Read the rest of this entry »

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FBI: Bank Robberies

Downey Resident Suspected in Plain Jane Bank Robbery Series Arrested After Tip Received

Aug. 3, 2012
– Los Angeles

Robbery of Wells Fargo Bank Branch in Lilburn

Aug. 6, 2012
– Atlanta

Robbery of Wells Fargo Bank Branch in Houston

Aug. 6, 2012
– Houston

Five Charged in Area Armored Car Robberies

Aug. 7, 2012
– Houston

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FBI WMD Training Workshop in New Orleans

WMD Training Workshop Tests Massive Response

 

WMD disaster scenario illustrates the need to train with fellow first responders. Details

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TSA Screeners Plead Guilty to Smuggling Drugs

If the DHS and TSA put as much effort in to policing their own employees as they do into looking for fingernail clippers and harassing flyers maybe I wouldn’t mind going through the  “security theater”.

Who Watches The Watchmen?

Two TSA Screeners Agree to Plead Guilty to Conspiracy Charges in Scheme to Smuggle Narcotics Through Security Checkpoints at LAX

July 24, 2012
– Los Angeles

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Bank Robberies

Robbery of TCF Bank Branch in Elmhurst

July 23, 2012
– Chicago

Robbery of Wells Fargo Bank Branch in Sunrise

July 23, 2012
– Miami

Robbery of Midland State Bank Branch in Joliet

July 24, 2012
– Chicago

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AK-47 Bandit

‘AK-47 Bandit’ Serial Robber Strikes Again

 

Public assistance is requested in the search for a man suspected of robbing banks in Los Angeles, Sacramento, and the Seattle area while brandishing an assault rifle. Details

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Syrian Agent Senteced to 18 Months

Virginia Man Sentenced to 18 Months in Prison for Acting as Unregistered Agent for Syrian Government

July 20, 2012
– Washington

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FBI: 5K Reward for Info on Florida Bank Robbery

FBI Offers $5,000 Reward for Information on Bank Robbery Suspect in 2011 Robbery

July 23, 2012
– Miami

Robbery of Great Florida Bank Branch in Plantation

July 18, 2012
– Miami

AK-47 Bandit Linked to Recent Bank Robbery Near Seattle

July 18, 2012
– Los Angeles

AK-47 Bandit Strikes Again

An alleged serial bank robber known as the AK-47 Bandit has struck again. The FBI needs your help to identify and track him down.
– Wanted by the FBI

Armed Robberies of a Citizens Bank Branch in Philadelphia

July 23, 2012
– Philadelphia

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FBI Briefs Congress on New ID Tech and How It Affects Citizen’s Privacy

CJIS Executive Briefs Congress on Next Generation Identification Initiative

July 18, 2012

Jerome Pender, deputy assistant director of our Criminal Justice Information Services Division, updated members of the Senate Judiciary Committee’s Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology, and the Law on the status of the Bureau’s Next Generation Identification (NGI) program.

 

What Facial Recognition Technology Means for Privacy and Civil Liberties

Jerome M. Pender , Deputy Assistant Director, Criminal Justice Information Services Division , Federal Bureau of Investigation , Statement Before the Senate Judiciary Committee, Subcommittee on Privacy, Technology, and the Law

– Washington, D.C.

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FBI: Man Gets 20yrs for Supporting al-Qaeda

Texas Man Sentenced for Supporting Terrorism

An American-born man has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for attempting to provide material support to al Qaeda in the Arabian Peninsula.

– Gotcha

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FBI Workshop on Argriculture and Food Safety

FBI Weapons of Mass Destruction Directorate to Host Workshop on Agriculture and Food Safety

July 19, 2012
– Detroit

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NICS Checks Up 24.5% for June

According to the National Shooting Sports Foundation’s adjusted figures, NICS checks are up 24.5% from June 2011.

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FBI: Seeking Info on Bank Robberies

FBI Seeks Information Leading to Arrest of Bank Robbery, Carjacking Suspect

July 18, 2012
– Miami

Robbery of Gate City Bank in Williston

July 19, 2012
– Minneapolis

Rhode Island and Massachusetts Law Enforcement Agencies Seek Serial Bank Robber

July 19, 2012
– Boston

AK-47 Bandit Linked to Recent Bank Robbery Near Seattle

July 18, 2012
– Los Angeles

Robbery of Great Florida Bank Branch in Plantation

July 18, 2012
– Miami

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