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Offices of the United States Attorneys   You are subscribed to U.S. Attorneys News news updates. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Georgia Woman Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for $30M COVID-19 Unemployment Fraud Scheme and Firearms Charge 10/25/2024 08:00 AM EDT A Georgia woman was sentenced yesterday for her role in a scheme to defraud the Georgia Department of Labor (GaDOL) out of tens of millions of dollars in benefits meant to assist unemployed individuals during the COVID-19 pandemic. Windsor Mill Woman Sentenced To Over Five Years' Imprisonment In Connection With Conspiracy Involving Fraudulently Obtaining And Attempting To Obtain More Than $3 Million In Covid-19 Cares Act Loans 10/25/2024 08:00 AM EDT Baltimore, Maryland – On October 23, 2024, Tomeka Glenn, a/k/a "Tomeka Harris" and "Tomeka Davis," age 47, of Windsor Mill, Maryland, was sentenced by United States District Judge Richard D. Bennett to 65 months' imprisonment and 3 years of supervised release in connection with her conviction on conspiracy to commit wire fraud relating to the submission of millions of dollars in fraudulent COVID-19 CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program and Economic Injury Disaster Loan applications.  Judge Bennett also directed Glenn to pay restitution in the amount of $3,016,275.62. California Resident Sentenced To 30 Years In Federal Prison For Producing Sexual Abuse Photo Of 3-Year-Old Child In Florida 10/25/2024 08:00 AM EDT Jacksonville, Florida – Chief United States District Judge Timothy J. Corrigan has sentenced Henry Obdulio Cordon (39, Antioch, California) to 30 years in federal prison for producing a photo of a 3-year-old child being sexually abused by Cordon. He was also ordered to serve a life term of supervised release and to register as a sex offender. Cordon was arrested at his residence on May 16, 2019, and has been in custody since that time. He pleaded guilty to the offense on June 14, 2024. Plant City Woman Pleads Guilty To Embezzling Funds From A University And Charitable Organization 10/25/2024 08:00 AM EDT Tampa, Florida – United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that Christina Lynn Morris (46, Plant City) has pleaded guilty to wire fraud. She faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in federal prison. Morris has also agreed to forfeit $293,202, which is traceable to proceeds of the offense. DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 10/25/2024 08:00 AM EDT Previously convicted Norfolk counterfeiter returning to prison 10/25/2024 08:00 AM EDT Tyree Lamar Shoulders, 33, of Norfolk, was sentenced to three years and one month in prison for passing counterfeit Federal Reserve Notes. Fort Dodge Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Attempted Enticement of a Minor 10/24/2024 08:00 AM EDT DES MOINES, Iowa – A Fort Dodge man was sentenced today to 20 years in federal prison for attempted enticement of a minor. Burlington Man Sentenced to 151 Months in Federal Prison for Child Pornography Charges 10/24/2024 08:00 AM EDT DAVENPORT, Iowa – A Burlington man was sentenced today to 151 months in federal prison for receiving and distributing child pornography. China-Based Chemical Manufacturing Companies and Employees Indicted for Alleged Fentanyl Manufacturing and Distribution 10/24/2024 08:00 AM EDT Tampa, FL – Today, the Justice Department announced the unsealing of indictments against eight China-based chemical companies and eight employees charging federal crimes, including attempted distribution of synthetic opioids and precursor chemicals used in the production of fentanyl, and money laundering. The indictments were filed under seal in the Middle District of Florida over the past year. Repeat Offender Sentenced for Illegal Gun Possession in Southwest Georgia 10/24/2024 08:00 AM EDT An Albany resident with a lengthy criminal history caught by Albany-Dougherty Drug Unit officers illegally possessing a loaded pistol was sentenced to serve 15 years in prison for his crime. You have received this e-mail because you have asked to be notified of changes to the Offices of the United States Attorneys website. GovDelivery is providing this service on behalf of the Executive Office for United States Attorneys, Department of Justice, 950 Pennsylvania Ave., NW · Washington, DC 20530 · 202-514-2000 and may not use your subscription information for any other purposes. Manage your Subscriptions | Department of Justice Privacy Policy  | GovDelivery Privacy Policy Follow the Offices of the United States Attorneys on Twitter: @USAttorneys