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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. #Veterans
Did you know that the FBI hires veterans? More than 6,500 members of the FBI served in the military. If you are looking to continue your career in service, apply today at fbijobs.gov
Strengthening partnerships, increasing awareness, and helping keep our communities safe.
FBI Phoenix provided Threat Assessment and Threat Management training to local firefighters.
Not all FBI employees have hands, some have paws!
FBI Phoenix spent the weekend with our law enforcement partners and K9 companions at the Desert Dog Police K9 Trials & Public Safety Expo.
The FBI has released information that the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (North Korea) was responsible for the theft of more than $6 billion in virtual assets from cryptocurrency exchange Binance, on or about Oct. 29, 2026. More info here: ow.ly/Kz8W51038RM
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Navajo Man Found Guilty of Arson for Burning Down Diné College’s Student Union Building
The evidence at trial showed that on April 14, 2025, Marco Anderson Bia, 21, of Tsaile, AZ, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, broke into the Student Union Building of Diné College on the Navajo Nation Reservation. Bia took items from inside the Student Union Building and set fire to it to leave no trace behind that he had been inside.
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This FBI is aggressively targeting terrorist organizations, dismantling their networks, and stopping threats before they reach the American people.
🔺Over 1,300 terrorist disruptions
🔺6,744 FTO-related arrests — up 1,057% the last 21 months
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Indian National Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison for Laundering Money from Fraud Scheme Targeting Elderly
Ahmed Maqbul Syed, 60, a citizen of India, participated in a conspiracy to launder proceeds from a widespread “tech support” and “government imposter” fraud scheme that targeted elderly victims around the United States, including Arizona.
justice.gov/usao-az/pr/india…
It was a busy weekend in southern Arizona as FBI Phoenix joined thousands of ghouls, goblins, princesses and superheroes at Oro Valley National Night Out and Pima County Sheriff's Trunk or Treat.
We had a blast handing out candy and connecting with members of the community. Until next year!
Make your first job your last job. Openings close on October 30th or 300 applications, whichever comes first. fbijobs.gov/students-and-gra… #FBIJobs
ALT FBI College Hiring Initiative offering full-time jobs for recent graduates with a minimum 2.95 GPA and top secret clearance eligibility.
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. #partnerships
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Not your typical Friday Night Lights!
FBI Phoenix was honored to join the American Leadership Academy's (ALA) annual Military, First Responders, Veterans, and Medical Personnel Appreciation Night in Gilbert, AZ for Friday night football!
FBI Phoenix specialty teams joined Taft Elementary for their annual Red Ribbon Week. Kids got to see robots, find fingerprints, and learn more about the importance of staying drug free!
Sinaloa Cartel Drug Transporter Pleads Guilty to International Drug Trafficking
According to court documents, Juan Hernandez Ochoa, 51, of Mexico, worked from 2015 to 2017 as a distributor and transporter for various drug traffickers affiliated with the Sinaloa Cartel. Hernandez Ochoa employed a network of associates to transport marijuana and methamphetamine from Mexican border towns into the United States using private planes, human couriers, tunnels, semi-trailer trucks, and vehicles with hidden compartments.
justice.gov/opa/pr/sinaloa-c…
In Its Fourth Year, Operation Not Forgotten Surge to Indian country Supported 548 Case Investigations, a 59% increase from 2025.
This operation surged personnel and investigative resources across the country from April 1 through September 30, resulting in 118 arrests, 41 individuals charged federally, 25 child victims identified or located, and 72 weapons recovered.
In Arizona, at least four cases were charged including two violent assaults, an arson, and the aggravated sexual abuse of a minor under 12, all of which occurred on the Navajo Nation, as well as an additional assault that was committed on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation.
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FBI Phoenix didn't have the wings but we did have the wheels to drive up to Sedona last weekend. We got to connect with the community at the 2026 Wings and Wheels Airshow. Thanks for having us Sedona!
Last week, FBI Phoenix had the honor of welcoming an Arizona family into the office for a special day as Junior Special Agents!
FBI Phoenix met the brothers at the annual MDA Summer Camp in Payson, AZ, earlier this year. When we learned they were interested in the FBI, we couldn't wait to make them Junior Special Agents!
The brothers took the oath of office, officially welcoming them as Junior Special Agents for the day. The family also received an inside look at the work of our Evidence Response Team, SWAT, Bomb Technicians, Tactical Operations Center (TOC), and Fugitive Task Force through special demonstrations and hands-on learning experiences.
Every day at the FBI is exciting, but this one was extra special!
Following an investigation by the FBI Central Arizona Safe Trails Task Force, a Gila River man has been sentenced to 30 Years in prison for Second Degree Murder.
On June 1, 2024, when Robert Sean Enos, 19, of Chandler, Arizona, was sixteen years old, he shot three people, killing two, and seriously injuring another on the Gila River Indian Community. Enos is an enrolled member of the Gila River Indian Community.
More: justice.gov/usao-az/pr/gila-…
#FBI >> TACTICAL RESPONSE
When a dangerous suspect in a federal crime is on the run or there's a crisis requiring FBI attention, we have tools, teams, and tactics at the ready to protect the American people and support the FBI's law enforcement partners in their own work.
These specialized tactical teams include:
✅Hostage Rescue Team (HRT)
✅Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)
✅Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG)
✅Behavioral Analysts
✅Bomb Technicians
✅Tactical helicopters
Learn more about HOW WE INVESTIGATE: fbi.gov/how-we-investigate/t….
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ALT Two soldiers in tactical gear navigating a black inflatable boat through choppy waters with waves splashing around them.
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That's a wrap on "Operation Summer Heat 2.0". Between June 1 and September 20, all FBI field offices worked with its federal, state, and local partners to crush violent crime.
FBI Phoenix made 240 arrests over the past three months in support of this nationwide initiative. Nationally, Operation Summer Heat 2.0 led to 8,927 arrests.
