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Chicago, IL
Joined August 2011
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This Veterans Day, the FBI is honoring the brave men and women who served the U.S. in uniform, including the thousands of veterans who have joined our ranks. Thank you for your sacrifice and unwavering service.
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This FBI continues to be at the cutting edge of using new technology and Superintelligence to save lives and crush violent crime. 🔺 Superintelligence adoption up 605% 🔺 635,000+ labor hours saved - the equivalent of about 79,000 work days 🔺 Brand new Cyber Branch accelerating our cyber mission capabilities 🔺 SI transcription saved roughly 633 hours of manual work during one Human Trafficking case 🔺 Streamlining spending cuts - including $300 million in spending reduction the last 21 months Read more in the latest Op Ed from @FBIDirectorKash. nextgov.com/ideas/2026/11/ne…
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As part of the @HSTaskForce, #FBIChicago, along with @DEACHICAGODiv, @DEADETROITDiv, @USPIS_CHI, and @EROChicago, seized approximately 29 kilos of cocaine, 75 lbs of marijuana, two firearms, and $150k in cash during an operation in Chicago. In our commitment to protecting our community, #FBIChicago continues to collaborate with our law enforcement partners to seize illegal drugs and firearms off our streets. The FBI would like to remind the public to report any immediate threats to law enforcement by calling 9-1-1. Any non-urgent reports should be made to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous.
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🚨#CONVICTION Josip Pasic, of Chicago, was found guilty in federal court of sexually abusing a fellow passenger aboard an international flight to Chicago. To read more about this investigation, please visit: justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/man… #DYK the FBI investigates crimes no matter where they occur; land, air, or maritime . The FBI would like to remind the public to report any immediate threats to law enforcement by calling 9-1-1. Any non-urgent reports should be made to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous. xitter.twitterapi.xyz/NDILnews/status/211589…
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🚨#INDICTMENT: The former President of the East Aurora, Ill. School District 131 Board of Education, Annette Johnson, is accused of directing $1.3 million to a company for which she was the Chief Financial Officer as a kickback or bribe to approve the purchase of air purifiers from a school district vendor. To read more about this investigation, please visit: justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/fed…. The FBI often relies on information from the public and law enforcement partners to begin investigations into suspected incidents of fraud. If you have a tip, submit it to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. xitter.twitterapi.xyz/NDILnews/status/211584…
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🚨#SENTENCING: Tina Feurstein, the former Chief Financial Officer of a Chicago-area company’s subsidiary, has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for embezzling more than $1 million. To read more about this investigation, please visit: justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/for…. #FBIChicago actively investigates complex financial crimes and works with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners to combat white-collar fraud. If you have information related to any alleged fraud instances, report it to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous. xitter.twitterapi.xyz/NDILnews/status/211551…
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The FBI honors the heroic efforts of firefighters, police officers, EMTs, and other dedicated first responders nationwide. These individuals risk their lives and run toward danger without hesitation to protect others. On this #NationalFirstResponderDay and every day, we thank you for everything you do.
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🚨#SENTENCING Parth Nayi, a suburban Chicago man, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for conspiring to stage armed robberies so that the purported victims could apply for U.S. immigration visas reserved for crime victims. To read more about this investigation, please visit: justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/sub… The FBI would like to remind you to report any suspected incidents of fraud to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous. xitter.twitterapi.xyz/NDILnews/status/211373…
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“To Joseph Matos, you cannot hide from the FBI. Whether you are close to home or in the furthest corner of the world, the FBI's reach has no limits. Justice will find you.” said #FBIChicago SAC Ryan Whalen earlier this week while announcing the addition of Joseph Matos to the FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitive List. The FBI is offering a #reward of up to $1 million for information leading to Matos’ arrest. He should be considered armed and dangerous. If you have any information regarding Joseph Matos or his whereabouts, contact the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous.
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🚨#INDICTMENT: A federal grand jury in the Northern District of Illinois returned an indictment that charged Rajesh “Raj” Patel, 52, of Schaumburg, Illinois, with a $66.2 million fraud scheme in which Patel allegedly billed for hundreds of thousands of COVID-19 tests that were never performed. We would like to thank @OIGatHHS for their vital partnership in this investigation. To view #FBIChicago SAC Ryan Whalen's statement on the indictment and to read more about this case, please visit: justice.gov/opa/pr/illinois-… #FBIChicago is committed to defending the homeland on all fronts, including going after those who defraud the members of the communities we serve. If you believe you are a victim of fraud, we encourage you to report it to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous.
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🚨#INDICTED: Brenda Copeland, the owner of a suburban Chicago counseling center, has been indicted on federal fraud charges for allegedly submitting at least $19 million in fraudulent claims to a private insurer for psychotherapy services that were not provided. To read more about this investigation, please visit: justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/own… #FBIChicago takes all fraud charges seriously and would like to remind the public to report any suspected incidents to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous. xitter.twitterapi.xyz/NDILnews/status/211300…
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FBI Chicago retweeted
THIS SATURDAY! Join us for National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay happening Saturday, Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Safely dispose of your unused, unneeded medication, no questions asked. Find a collection site near you at DEATakeBack.com
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FBI Chicago remembers Special Agent Sang T. Jun, who died on October 22, 2008 after collapsing during SWAT tryouts earlier that month. Read more: fbi.gov/history/wall-of-hono…
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🚨#INDICTMENT: Andrea Wellington, a former employee of a State of Illinois subcontractor, has been indicted on federal fraud charges for allegedly fraudulently obtaining more than $4.6 million in Covid-era unemployment insurance benefits for herself and hundreds of others. #FBIChicago would like to thank the @DOLOIG and @USPIS_CHI for their support throughout this case. To read more about the investigation, please visit: justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/for…. The FBI's White-Collar teams are committed to investigating and disrupting fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, insider trading, bribery, corruption, and more. The public is encouraged to report any alleged instances of fraud to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or submitting a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous. xitter.twitterapi.xyz/NDILnews/status/211225…
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This morning, #FBIChicago Special Agent in Charge Ryan Whalen announced the addition of Joseph Matos to the @FBIMostWanted Fugitives list, Fugitives list, bringing the reward amount up to $1 million for information leading to his arrest. Matos is wanted in connection for his alleged role in the murder of National Guardsman Chrys Cavajal on July 3, 2021. Matos is a 44-year-old Hispanic male. He stands at 6’2”, weighs approximately 220 pounds, has brown hair, and brown eyes. He has the following tattoos across his body: "M-Town Kings" on the right side of his neck; "1300" on the left side of his neck; "Move in Silence" on his right hand; “Trust no one” on his left hand; "MOST WANTED" on his belly; and "Heavensent, Hellbound" on his arms. Matos is believed to be armed and dangerous. If you have any information, contact the FBI's Toll-Free tipline at 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324) or you can submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. To learn more, please visit: fbi.gov/wanted/topten/joseph….
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The FBI's nationwide four-month violent crime initiative, also known as Summer Heat 2.0, has yielded historic successes. Thanks to the dedicated work by investigative and intelligence personnel; local, state, and federal law enforcement partners; and prosecutors across the state, #FBIChicago Violent Crime Assistant Special Agent in Charge Robert Wieczorek had the privilege of publicly announcing these local results: 🚨88 offenders arrested 🚨47 weapons recovered 🚨40 drug seizures 🚨8 child victims recovered Combined with significant drops in reported crimes in the nation and Illinois, the FBI is extending our appreciation to the public and our partners for their continued support. Together, we are committed to crushing violent crime and making our communities safer.
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🚨#GUILTY: Antonio Ross and Alfonzo Lewis, two former vendors of Evanston/Skokie School District 65, pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges and admitted their roles in a kickback scheme orchestrated by the District’s former Superintendent, Devon Horton. Ross and Lewis admitted that they paid kickbacks to Horton to steer contracts to consulting companies that the pair owned. #FBIChicago would like to thank the @EducationOIG, @IRS_CI, and @ChiPubSchools Office of Inspector General for their valuable support and partnership throughout this case. To read more about this investigation, please visit: justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/fed…. The #FBI is committed to holding accountable criminals who attempt to compromise valuable educational funds and use them for personal profit. We remind the public to submit information for any alleged fraud by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or submitting online at tips.fbi.gov. xitter.twitterapi.xyz/NDILnews/status/211010…
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FBI Chicago remembers Special Agent Marvin Risen, who died in a plane crash near Centreville, TN, on October 15, 1943. Read more: fbi.gov/history/wall-of-hono…
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🚨#ARREST: Thanks to a coordinated investigation led by the @PalatineIL Police Department, @MountProspectPD, and #FBIChicago, Alexandros Paporakis was taken into custody after local law enforcement received information about a potential mass shooting. To read more about this case, please visit: facebook.com/photo?fbid=1436…. Special Agent in Charge Ryan Whalen released this statement following the charging announcement by the Cook County State's Attorney's Office: “The FBI aggressively works alongside our local and state law enforcement partners to identify, investigate, and dismantle any threats of violence driven by radical ideologies. Thanks to the swift action by the Palatine and Mount Prospect Police Departments, the subject was taken into custody without harm to our community. The FBI values these strong partnerships and will continue to use every law enforcement and prosecutorial resource available to bring any offender using fear or violence to justice.” The FBI takes all threats of violence seriously. The public is reminded to immediately report this criminal activity to law enforcement by calling 9-1-1. Non-urgent incidents can also be securely reported to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous.
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🚨#SENTENCING: Romeo Blackman has been sentenced to life in federal prison for committing four murders and three attempted murders while leading a Chicago street gang known as the Goonie Boss/Goonie Gang. #FBIChicago would like to thank the @Chicago_Police, Cook County State's Attorney's Office, and the LaSalle County State's Attorney's Office for their support throughout this case. To learn more about the investigation, please visit: justice.gov/usao-ndil/pr/lea… #FBIChicago is committed to working with the public and our law enforcement partners to crush violent crime and defend our community. Report any immediate threats to law enforcement by calling 9-1-1. Any non-urgent reports can be submitted securely to the FBI by calling 1-800-CALL-FBI (225-5324) or online at tips.fbi.gov. Tips can remain anonymous.
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