A Dallas man is accused of cashing U.S. Treasury checks worth over $15 million after stealing the identity of multiple business owners in a large fraud scheme. https://t.co/LjKp17ZcMx
Prosecuting an individual who tries to solicit a minor, even if the “minor” was actually an undercover officer, is a no-brainer. Showing up with intent to violate a child is a premeditated, criminal act. These types of undercover operations help to stop predators BEFORE they harm a child. I will never apologize for aggressively pursuing offenders and protecting kids. Great work @tarrantcountyso@fortworthpd@fwpdchiefgarcia@SecretService@FBIDallas in Operation Red Card.
Today, U.S. Attorney Ryan Raybould for @NDTXnews, announced Project Safe Schools which is an initiative being launched to protect students, enforce accountability, and restore transparency in public schools across North Texas.
"Educator misconduct is widespread, and too many public school administrators in North Texas ISD's are failing to report, investigate and stop abuse. Some districts have even engaged in what is referred to as passing the trash, quietly moving educators with known misconduct issues to new campuses or new districts where they hurt other children." -@USAttyRaybould
Read more: https://t.co/OFQxIuiFO7
The passing the trash must stop in NDTX. That is why we are launching Project Safe Schools…to protect kids, restore transparency, and empower parents. School districts - now is the time to report misconduct and past coverups.
Read more here:
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We have a talented crew of civil AUSAs who fight every day to recover money for the American taxpayer through the false claims act. Thank you to @SBA_Kelly and her team’s extraordinary support on this $3.9 million dollar settlement.
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Congrats to @AGToddBlanche on his confirmation. He has done a remarkable job of empowering us here in NDTX to fight crime and restore freedom back to our communities.
📢 Cole Manor Motel fentanyl dealer sentenced to 25 years in federal prison. @DEADALLASDiv conducted the investigation.
🔗Link to Release: https://t.co/WjlFpWAyyN
I was honored to visit with the brave men and women of the 7th Bomb Wing at Dyess Air Force Base. One of my highest responsibilities is protecting them, their families, and every single one of the 8 million+ residents across 100 counties who call North Texas home.
Read all about our shared mission to protect our nation and preserve the safety of our communities.
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“My office is laser focused on prosecuting those who harm our children and ensuring they are held accountable for their horrendous acts. For years, this defendant preyed on a vulnerable child, exploiting her fear and isolation for his own gratification and profit. He used violence, manipulation, and coercion to trap her in a cycle of abuse and then tried to silence her when law enforcement intervened. This life sentence ensures this predator will never again victimize another child.”
California man sentenced to life in federal prison for sex trafficking, enticement of a minor and other related charges @FBIDallas@TxDPS
https://t.co/qH3gNU9SQ3
Today is World Day Against Trafficking in Persons which shines a light on the depravity of human trafficking - a horrific crime that exploits people for profit and robs individuals of their freedom, dignity, and oftentimes their future.
To the public: Human trafficking can happen anywhere, often hiding in plain sight. It could be any individual you interact with in your daily lives. This is why it is imperative we all educate ourselves and learn the signs of human trafficking and report suspected instances via the phone number or website below.
To anyone engaged in this depraved criminal activity: I will not tolerate this gross violation of human rights in North Texas on my watch. I will find you. I will prosecute you. And I will seek the maximum penalty against you allowed under federal law.
On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and every day throughout the year, the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Northern District of Texas stands with survivors and reaffirms our steadfast commitment holding traffickers accountable.
We all have a role to play to stopping this modern-day slavery:
➡️Learn the signs of human trafficking
➡️Report suspicious activity
➡️Support survivors with compassion and respect
If you suspect someone is being trafficked, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or visit https://t.co/ffGyF4zeuW.
Federal, state, and local law enforcement shut down Dallas sex trafficking conspiracy operated out of the Paris Adult Bookstore
“The eight individuals charged in this indictment preyed on their victims and sex trafficked several women and juveniles for their own financial gain under threat of violence, fraud and coercion. These arrests send a clear message that this U.S. Attorney’s Office will work with our federal partners to investigate and aggressively prosecute anyone involved in the depraved and dehumanizing crime of sex trafficking. We will ensure these perpetrators are held accountable so the victims can receive the justice they are owed.”
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Thank you @NBCDFW for reporting on @NDTXnews efforts to crush crime in Dallas and all across North Texas. Due to the dedication of my AUSAs and our partners at @HSI_Dallas, @IRS_CI Texas, and @DallasPD, we have shut down this criminal sex trafficking enterprise operated out of the Paris Bookstore in northwest Dallas.
https://t.co/kGniestbDv
My office hosted a press conference with @HSI_Dallas@IRS_CI Texas and @DallasPD to announce the investigation and takedown of a years-long sex trafficking ring at Paris Bookstore. I will aggressively prosecute anyone involved in the depraved and dehumanizing crime of sex trafficking, especially when juvenile victims are involved as in this case.
📺 Watch the full announcement.