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American Woman Arrested in Mexico for Allegedly Supplying Ammunition to Sinaloa Cartel Near Arizona Border

American Woman Arrested in Mexico for Allegedly Supplying Ammunition to Sinaloa Cartel Near Arizona Border

An American woman, identified by Mexican federal officials as Yanet "N," has been arrested in San Luis Río Colorado, Sonora, Mexico, just across the Arizona border. She is suspected of being a key logistics operator for the Sinaloa Cartel. The arrest occurred during routine crime prevention patrols near the international border bridge connecting San Luis Río Colorado to San Luis, Arizona. Mexican federal forces, including elements of the Mexican Navy, Secretariat of National Defense, National Guard, Mexican Customs, and federal prosecutors, intercepted her vehicle. A search revealed 5,445 live rounds of ammunition hidden inside. Mexican security officials described this operation as a significant blow to the Sinaloa Cartel’s supply chain in northern Mexico, estimating the economic and operational impact of the seizure at approximately 1.65 million Mexican pesos.

Trump list of US-designated 'foreign terrorist organizations' in Latin America grows to 21

Trump list of US-designated 'foreign terrorist organizations' in Latin America grows to 21

The Trump administration has designated 21 Latin American and Caribbean criminal groups as “foreign terrorist organizations,” with the latest an Ecuadorian group added to the list on Wednesday

Former HSI Agent Eric Balliet Reveals "El Chapo" Guzmán's Dual Life in New Book

Former HSI Agent Eric Balliet Reveals "El Chapo" Guzmán's Dual Life in New Book

Former Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) agent Eric Balliet has released a new book, "Kingpins & Coyotes," detailing his experiences in the capture of Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzmán Loera, the former leader of the Sinaloa Cartel. Balliet, who was part of the team that apprehended Guzmán in February 2014, describes a surprising encounter with the notorious drug lord, whom he initially perceived as an ordinary, timid Hispanic man. Contrary to expectations of a criminal mastermind, Balliet observed Guzmán greeting his wife shyly. A key revelation from Balliet's book is Guzmán's prolific use of text messages, sending approximately 100 daily. These messages showcased a stark duality in Guzmán's personality, often containing brutal orders for executions and cartel operations, while simultaneously expressing affectionate sentiments to his family, including his children and grandchildren. Balliet recounts instances where Guzmán would order a killing and minutes later send a cake or flowers to a loved one. The agen...

Hidden crypto farm in Mexican mountains puts spotlight on cartel funding

Hidden crypto farm in Mexican mountains puts spotlight on cartel funding

By Sarah Morland and Daniel Becerril TLAOLA, Mexico, Sept 12 (Reuters) - Nestled in the lush green mountains of Central Mexico, next to a sparsely traveled gravel road, few people had reason to wander close enough to hear the loud, mechanical whirring of a clandestine cryptocurrency farm.

U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar demands ICE findings on Camp East Montana riot

U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar demands ICE findings on Camp East Montana riot

U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar called on DHS and ICE to share the results of internal investigations into the unrest in Camp East Montana over Labor Day.

Langlade County Leaders Consider Enhanced Courthouse Security After Loaded Gun Discovery

Langlade County Leaders Consider Enhanced Courthouse Security After Loaded Gun Discovery

Langlade County leaders are evaluating significant changes to courthouse security protocols following the discovery of a loaded gun in a courthouse bathroom in July. The public safety committee convened to address the incident and explore preventative measures. Sheriff Mark Weston has proposed implementing a single, TSA-like security entrance for the courthouse. This plan would necessitate the hiring of two new deputies, the acquisition of security screening machines, and structural modifications to the entrance. The estimated cost for these enhancements is over $200,000. Currently, the courthouse lacks a secured entrance with metal detectors, with the only existing metal detector being used occasionally outside a courtroom. The suspect, Harout Hosepian, 48, accused of bringing the loaded gun into the courthouse, faces multiple charges including possession of a firearm by an out-of-state felon and carrying a firearm in a public building. He is scheduled for an initial court appearance on October 6.

Arizona Cities Re-evaluate Flock Camera Contracts Amid Privacy Concerns and Misuse Allegations

Arizona Cities Re-evaluate Flock Camera Contracts Amid Privacy Concerns and Misuse Allegations

Several cities in Arizona are re-evaluating or terminating their contracts for automated license plate readers (Flock cameras) due to growing public privacy concerns and reports of internal misuse. Nearly a dozen Arizona cities have already ended their contracts with Flock Safety. Protesters in Casa Grande are actively pushing back against the continued use of these cameras, advocating for stricter guidelines and independent audits. The debate centers on the balance between the cameras' crime-solving capabilities and potential privacy violations. Officers in Chandler and Apache Junction have reportedly resigned after being accused of using the cameras for personal reasons, prompting police departments to emphasize accountability for misuse. Queen Creek has taken a proactive step by implementing legal guardrails, making the misuse of Flock data, such as stalking or harassment, punishable by up to six months in jail and a $2,500 fine.

Davenport Police Officer Identified in August 31 Shooting; Mental Health Co-Responder Unable to Intervene

Davenport Police Officer Identified in August 31 Shooting; Mental Health Co-Responder Unable to Intervene

Davenport police have identified Officer Matthew Lovelady as the officer involved in an August 31 shooting incident on Rockingham Road. The shooting occurred when officers responded to a report of an armed and suicidal man who was endangering a child and another individual. Officer Lovelady, a 16-year veteran of the force, fired a single shot, injuring the suspect who remains hospitalized. Following standard protocol, Lovelady has been placed on leave while the Iowa Department of Criminal Investigation conducts an inquiry into the incident. Police Chief Greg Behning stated that a mental health co-responder, who typically partners with officers in such situations, was unable to leave the squad car due to the immediate and unsafe nature of the threat. Civilian clinicians are not permitted to enter a scene until it is deemed safe by law enforcement, and in this instance, the threat was too imminent for the co-responder to intervene effectively. The Davenport Police Department has a crisis co-response team tha...

LAPD Bomb Squad Responds to Suspicious Item at Edward R. Roybal Federal Building in Downtown LA

LAPD Bomb Squad Responds to Suspicious Item at Edward R. Roybal Federal Building in Downtown LA

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) bomb squad was dispatched to the Edward R. Roybal Federal Building in downtown Los Angeles following the discovery of a suspicious item. Federal agents contacted the LAPD around 12:30 a.m. regarding the device located at 255 E. Temple Street. A police robot was observed examining belongings outside the federal building. The LAPD confirmed that no threats were associated with the item, and the scene was cleared by Wednesday morning. The investigation led to the closure of Alameda Street from Commercial Street to Temple Street for several hours, with all streets reopening by 5 a.m. Additionally, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority A-line trains between the Little Tokyo/Arts District and Union stations were temporarily replaced by bus shuttles due to the police activity. No further details regarding the suspicious item or the investigation have been released.

Rhode Island State Police Report Multiple DUI and Shoplifting Arrests in Warwick

Rhode Island State Police Report Multiple DUI and Shoplifting Arrests in Warwick

The Rhode Island State Police (RISP) conducted several arrests in the Warwick area between September 1 and September 9, including charges for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) and shoplifting conspiracy. Two of the DUI arrests occurred during the Labor Day weekend. Overall, during the Labor Day weekend, RISP troopers arrested 15 individuals for DUI, investigated 43 motor vehicle crashes, issued 297 citations, and made a total of 39 arrests. Colonel Darnell S. Weaver, Superintendent of the Rhode Island State Police and Director of the Department of Public Safety, highlighted the importance of removing impaired drivers from the roads. Specific arrests in Warwick included Alexus Reels, 28, for DUI and refusal to submit to a chemical test following a stop on Centerville Road. Dyani A. Robles, 23, was arrested on an affidavit and arrest warrant for shoplifting and conspiracy after a motor vehicle stop on Elmwood Avenue in Providence. Davie J. Martinez, 45, was charged with DUI and refusal to submit to a chemica...

World Customs Organization Operation COLIBRI ZAFIRO Leads to Major Cocaine Seizure in Brazil

World Customs Organization Operation COLIBRI ZAFIRO Leads to Major Cocaine Seizure in Brazil

Operation COLIBRI ZAFIRO, a 16-day initiative coordinated by the World Customs Organization (WCO), resulted in a significant cocaine seizure in Tocantins, Brazil. Brazilian authorities, specifically the FICCO/TO task force, recovered approximately 490 kilograms (1,080 lb) of cocaine near a clandestine airstrip in rural Pindorama do Tocantins in June. This seizure was the largest individually detailed drug find within the operation, accounting for about 40% of the total 1.2 tonnes of narcotics seized across Latin America, the Caribbean, and West and Central Africa. Officers also found an aircraft with structural modifications and arrested two men on charges including drug trafficking and organized-crime membership. The operation involved 19 countries and focused on private aviation, logging 1,938 operational events on the WCO Geoportal, an intelligence platform. WCO Secretary General Ian Saunders credited the network of analysts and field officers, emphasizing that intelligence sharing is crucial for disrup...

Police Officers' Extensive Duties Highlighted in Public Safety Roles

Police Officers' Extensive Duties Highlighted in Public Safety Roles

Police officers are tasked with a broad range of responsibilities essential for maintaining public safety and order. Their duties encompass enforcing laws, patrolling designated areas on foot or in vehicles, and investigating suspicious situations to apprehend suspected offenders based on probable cause. Officers are authorized to carry firearms and other weapons to uphold law and order. They are also involved in developing leads, taking statements, and gathering facts for investigations. Furthermore, police officers conduct searches of vehicles, persons, and packages for contraband or weapons, and respond to bomb threats, which includes identifying and differentiating between harmless and hazardous materials. Traffic enforcement is another key area, involving the use of radar equipment to enforce speed limits, issuing citations for various traffic violations, and investigating accidents by documenting scenes, recording measurements, and photographing evidence. These roles are critical for the security of ...