United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak

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[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

As technology evolves, imposter scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated. Their tactics are tricky and instill fear and urgency, but it is important that no matter how urgent the problem seems, stop, talk to someone you trust, and check in with the real business or agency – not whoever is on the phone. Along with this administration, my office takes fraud seriously and we will prosecute criminals to the fullest extent of the law, but prevention is key.

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U.S. Attorney’s Office Launches Fraud Prevention Initiative for Older Americans to Combat Elder Fraud in Utah

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Two Former Utah Court Clerks Arrested and Facing Federal Charges after Allegedly Helping Illegal Aliens Evade ICE Arrest

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[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

Join my office! We are currently looking for an AUSA in our Criminal Division, a FLU Legal Assistant, and a Victim Witness Specialist. Details below. ⬇️

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⚖️WE'RE HIRING!! Currently, our office is looking to fill multiple vacancies, including Assistant U.S. Attorney(AUSA), FLU Legal Assistant, and Victim Witness Specialist positions.

💻APPLY TODAY!! 🔗https://t.co/w7VOL8YmMy

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⚖️The Justice Department just announced the Model Cities Initiative which will grant funds to 2-4 cities with a population of 100k or more who are committed to a whole-of-government partnership to reduce violent crime, restore law and order, and modernize their public safety infrastructure.

Under @POTUS’s leadership, our office is committed to delivering results and we encourage our public safety partners to apply before September 1st: 💻 https://t.co/49Ico5aFeF

PRESS RELEASE: 🔗https://t.co/KYqXcP2eNo

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

It is an honor to serve as the United States Attorney for the District of Utah. I am grateful to President Trump and the United States Senate for trusting me to lead this outstanding office and work closely with our federal, state, tribal, and local partners, in my home state. I look forward to continuing the work to ensure the safety of our citizens and uphold the rule of law.

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Melissa Holyoak Sworn in as United States Attorney for the District of Utah

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It was an honor to sit down with folks at the Scipio Senior Center. Thank you for the warm welcome and sharing your stories with me regarding fraud.

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Today, First Assistant U.S. Attorney Melissa Holyoak traveled to Scipio to have a roundtable discussion about her Fraud Prevention Initiative for Older Americans. There she learned one attendee had funds stolen from a gift card after clicking on a link online while trying to find out the gift card balance.
⚠️TIP: Always call the gift card provider, or call the number on the back of the card.
💻For more information about common Gift Card Scams visit:
🔹FTC: How to contact Gift Card Companies: 🔗 https://t.co/jZah9rcV4b

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

Join our team!

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🌟We're Hiring🌟 The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Utah is currently accepting applications to fill our Appellate Paralegal Specialist position and multiple Legal Administrative Specialist positions in Salt Lake City!

💻APPLY HERE:
🔹Legal Admin Specialist (Public): 🔗https://t.co/YRXLNTqgSd
🔹Legal Admin Specialist (Merit Staffing): 🔗 https://t.co/efGZa8Dscd
🔹Paralegal Specialist (Public):🔗 https://t.co/sDNVWCsjYf
🔹Paralegal Specialist (Merit Staffing): 🔗https://t.co/fAZ4ScbU0b

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As part of America’s birthday celebration, #Freedom250, U.S. Attorneys’ Offices across the country are honoring America by spearheading a gift-in-kind charity drive for their staff to participate in to benefit the community. Yesterday, ABC 4 Utah covered what our U.S. Attorney's Office is doing to support Tribal communities in Utah.

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[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

Today, on Memorial Day, I want to thank the selfless men and women in uniform, past and present, for serving in the United States military. Your bravery is recognized and never forgotten. Thank you!

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

It was an honor to visit with the folks in Bountiful today to discuss my Fraud Prevention Initiative for Older Americans. Thank you for sharing your stories as we continue to combat fraud in our state.

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Today, First Assistant U.S. Attorney Melissa Holyoak visited the South Davis Senior Activity Center in Bountiful to discuss fraud targeting older Americans and what to look out for. One attendee shared how she received a call from a scammer impersonating law enforcement stating her loved one was behind bars and she needed to pay money immediately or be fined $5,0000.
⚠️Imposter Scam Tip: Government agencies will never threaten you, and they’ll never tell you to transfer your money to “protect it,” deposit cash into Bitcoin ATMs, or hand off stacks of cash or gold to a courier. 🚩That’s a scam. 🚩
🔗FTC: https://t.co/fhSKC6Uq69
🔗FBI: https://t.co/OkdkbCf7mG

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

It was an honor to meet keynote speakers Jeffrey Rosen and Professor Jonathan Turley at the America250 Utah event in Salt Lake City.

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This week, @USAttyHolyoak addressed the Utah legal community to celebrate America250 where she had the honor to speak about the Declaration of Independence and meet the keynote speakers for the event.

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So far, I've visited older Americans at eight different senior centers to speak about fraud prevention. It's an honor to be at each one and to meet and hear their encounters with fraud.

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Week three of First Assistant U.S. Attorney Melissa Holyoak visiting with older Americans and speaking about her Fraud Prevention Initiative for Older Americans. Today, she visited folks at the Tooele Senior Citizen Center where one attendee shared how he was scammed while shopping online and received counterfeit products!🧑‍💻
⚠️TIP for Shopping Scams: Check online reviews and if it seems too good to be true, it probably is!
🔹FBI: 🔗https://t.co/NgjYpTYYuW
🔹FTC: 🔗https://t.co/SVrrARxvnM

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

I was honored to visit the USC Marshall School of Business for the Antitrust Scholarship Symposium in Washington, D.C. to present my and FTC BCP Director Chris Mufarrige’s recently published paper, From Protecting Competitors to Protecting Competition: The Past, Present, and Future of the Robinson-Patman Act 🔗https://t.co/H3bxRDN7nh

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

We owe Utah’s local, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement agencies a profound debt of gratitude. Our men and women in blue work diligently to protect the citizens of Utah at great personal sacrifice, and as we were reminded recently, sometimes the ultimate sacrifice. We are thrilled to participate in National Police Week by honoring these sacrifices and the selfless commitment to protect and serve.

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Today, we held the 2026 United States Attorney's Awards Ceremony for Law Enforcement. It was an honor to hold this event during National Police Week to recognize the exceptional work and distinguished achievements of our partners in the law enforcement community. Thank you for your diligent work to protect the citizens of Utah.

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

Thank you for having me Vernal and Manila. It was a pleasure to meet with the older community and discuss fraud that is targeting older Americans. Prevention and tips below!

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@USAttyHolyoak visited Uintah and Daggett County folks today at Vernal and Manila senior centers regarding her Fraud Prevention Initiative for Older Americans. One senior shared he was contacted by a scammer impersonating his grandson & seeking funds to pay for an emergency. Imposter scams are common and tricky!
⚠️TIP: Beware of Voice Cloning
🔗FTC: https://t.co/vWpFzetGt5
🔗FBI: https://t.co/i6T0iNdmky

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

It was great meeting folks in Parowan today. Thank you for having the U.S. Attorney's Office to discuss fraud targeting older Americans.

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Today, First Assistant U.S. Attorney Melissa Holyoak visited folks at the Parowan Senior Center as part of her Fraud Prevention Initiative for Older Americans. One attendee shared their experience of a fraudster posing as law enforcement scamming for personal information or payment on an "outstanding warrant." 🚩
⚠️TIP: Resist the pressure to act quickly. Scammers create a sense of urgency to produce fear & lure victims into immediate action. Learn more about this type of scam at: 🔗https://t.co/OkdkbCf7mG
📞Report Fraud by calling local law enforcement or the FBI💻 https://t.co/Bh6N3pCDxc

[United States Attorney Melissa Holyoak @USAttyHolyoak]

It was an honor to meet with folks at senior centers in the Box Elder and Cache County communities. Thank you for the warm welcome and for sharing your fraud related concerns and experiences.

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Today, the U.S. Attorney's Office launched its Fraud Prevention Initiative for Older Americans. First Assistant U.S. Attorney Melissa Holyoak visited Box Elder & Cache County community & senior centers to discuss fraud & prevention where one older American shared their recent experience dealing with an attempted scammer pretending to be "Tech Support."
🚩Tech Support Tip to Avoid Scams:
⚠️Don’t click on any links in an unexpected message or email and don't give financial information.
💻For more information on Tech Support Scams and prevention visit https://t.co/ztZtuIRj9t or https://t.co/YAVYFHRxnU:
🔗https://t.co/PIroiPc8wg
🔗https://t.co/IqeGzoZd7c

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Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Iron Pursuit

In One Month, Over 200 Child Victims Identified and More than 350 Child Sex Abuse Offenders Arrested in Nationwide Crackdown, Including in the District of Utah

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The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Utah recognizes Missing or Murdered Indigenous Persons Awareness Day. On this #MMIP Day, we reaffirm our commitment to coordinate with Tribal Nations and Native communities through the prosecution of MMIP and violent crime cases. We stand in solidarity with Native communities, victims, and families and will promote justice for all. Learn more about
@TheJusticeDept’s work at https://t.co/itd2bZuQ1l. #MMIWG2S

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Devin Michael Tew, a man from West Jordan, Utah, was found guilty of Selling “PoppySeed Wash” Online to Help Customers Get High on Opiates

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Utah Man Found Guilty of Selling “PoppySeed Wash” Online to Help Customers Get High on Opiates

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