FBI New York

Following an investigation by FBI New York's Joint Terrorism Task Force, @FBIWFO, and @SDNYnews, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood Al-Saadi, Mohsen Mohajeri, and Mohammed Ali Al-Hassani, were charged with terrorism-related offenses for their activities in support of Kata’ib Hizballah and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, including their involvement in nearly 20 attacks and attempted attacks throughout Europe and the United States, and a September 2026 terrorist plot at a British Royal Air Force Base in Fairford, United Kingdom, where American armed forces were stationed. Read more at: justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/thr…

FBI New York is proud to routinely host visiting foreign delegations for meaningful discussions as an opportunity to strengthen partnerships. Through collaboration and continued engagement, we reinforce our shared commitment to protecting our communities we serve. Thank you to An Garda Síochána for strengthening this partnership recently.

Following an investigation by FBI New York, @FBISacramento, and @NYPDnews, Ammaad Akhtar pleaded guilty to attempting to provide material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization. Ammaad Akhtar attempted to provide funds, weapons, and other equipment to ISIS while communicating online with an undercover officer, whom he believed was a member of ISIS. In these conversations, Akhtar voiced his support for ISIS, expressed a desire to travel overseas to join and fight with ISIS, and stated a desire to send guns and money to ISIS. Read more at: justice.gov/opa/pr/californi…

🚨October Recap 🚨From pursuing criminal investigations and strengthening partnerships to engaging with the communities we serve, FBI New York remained committed to the mission every step of the way. During the month of October, FBI New York personnel conducted approximately: - 72 Arrests - 41 Indictments - 23 Convictions - 31 Sentencings - $4,966,849 in Seizures A few highlights include: 🚨FBI New York agents and intelligence personnel participated in the Long Island Missing Children Recovery Operation that resulted in the successful location of 34 reported missing children and teens. 🚨ADIC Barnacle announced the superseding indictment of Nicolás Maduro Moros and Cilia Adela Flores De Maduro with allegedly conspiring to commit torture, narcoterrorism, cocaine importation conspiracy, and weapons offenses. 🚨Following an investigation by FBI New York's Metro Safe Streets Task Force, Maliek Miller, a leader of the Ninedee Gang, was sentenced to life in prison for racketeering and the murder of a former government witness.

ADIC Barnacle recently participated in a fireside chat for private-sector security industry professionals to discuss how strong partnerships are essential in an evolving cybersecurity threat environment. FBI New York is committed to maintaining and creating new partnerships to be able to identify threats and respond effectively.

SAC Michael Ratta recently met with Hellenic Police Major General Fotis Ntouitsis to discuss the continued partnership in the fight against organized crime. As part of our priority to rebuild public trust, FBI New York works alongside our federal, state, local, and international partners through outreach and information sharing to combat organized crime.

Following an investigation by FBI New York and @SDNYnews, Jacob Soall, Sharon Hazan, and Guy Sheetrit, were charged for their participation in a scheme to use super intelligence (SI) to defraud companies of more than $100 million. Jacob Soall, Sharon Hazan, and Guy Sheetrit allegedly used SI to impersonate the voices and/or images of corporate executives at numerous companies and attorneys at major law firms in order to trick employees into sending large payments to bank accounts all over the world controlled by members of the conspiracy. If you believe you may be a victim of the conduct described in the press release linked below or know of information regarding its perpetrators, please use the online tips page at tips.fbi.gov. Read more at: justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/thr…

Following an investigation by FBI New York, @nyspolice, and @SDNYnews, Steven Calderon, a New York State Police Sergeant, was arrested and charged with sexual exploitation of children and possession of child sexual abuse material. There may be other victims. If you have information to report, please contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or tips.fbi.gov. Read more at: justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/us-…

The FBI is building its talent network for Electronics Technicians across all 56 field offices nationwide, with roles focused on installing, maintaining, and testing critical electronic and communications systems. Apply today at fbijobs.gov.

Daniel Sikkema Sentenced To Life In Prison For Murder-For-Hire Of His New York Art Gallerist Husband In Brazil @SDNYnews Read more at: justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/dan…

Following an investigation by FBI New York and @EDNYnews, Nicholas Del Franco, the owner and operator of financial services companies in New York and California, was charged with seven counts of wire fraud, in connection with numerous overlapping advance fee and prepaid interest fraud schemes targeting businesses, real estate developers, and individuals in search of financing. If you or someone you know is a victim of this scheme, please call the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI. Read more at: justice.gov/usao-edny/pr/pur…

In romance scams, a criminal uses a fake online identity to gain a victim's affection and trust. The scammer then uses the illusion of a romantic or close relationship to manipulate and/or steal from the victim. 🚩Be careful what you post and make public online. Scammers can use details shared on social media and dating sites to better understand and target you. 🚩Beware if the individual promises to meet in person but then always comes up with an excuse why he or she can’t. If you haven’t met the person after a few months, for whatever reason, you have good reason to be suspicious. 🚩Never send money to anyone you have only communicated with online or by phone. If you have been victimized, stop all contact with the scammer immediately and report the scam to the FBI at ic3.gov.

Following an investigation by FBI New York and @SDNYnews, Isaac Oduro Boateng and Inusah Ahmed pled guilty last week for their roles in an international criminal organization that stole more than $100 million from victims via romance scams and business email compromises. Read more at: justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/two…

Following an investigation by FBI New York and @EDNYnews, Seung Y. Lee was sentenced to 33 months’ imprisonment and ordered to forfeit $841,549.50 for conspiring to commit wire fraud and bank fraud. Over the course of seven years, Seung Lee, through his business, Pinnacle Capital, submitted or caused the submission of hundreds of fraudulent home equity line of credit applications to financial institutions on behalf of loan applicants in exchange for fees. Read more at: justice.gov/usao-edny/pr/new…

Following an investigation by FBI New York and @SDNYnews, Gökçe Güven, the founder and former CEO of a technology startup, Kalder Inc., was sentenced to 25 months in prison and ordered to pay forfeiture and restitution to her victims, each in the amount of $6,717,997, for committing securities fraud in connection with a scheme to defraud the investors in Kalder. Read more at: justice.gov/usao-sdny/pr/kal…

The #FBI wants to remind you that reporting cybercrime matters. The information that you submit to IC3, combined with other data, allows the FBI to investigate reported crimes, track trends and threats, and in some cases, even freeze stolen funds. If you have fallen victim to an online scam or other cybercrime, report it to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov.

This #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth, review the FBI's top tips to protect yourself from cybercriminals. These security practices can help you better protect yourself from cyber adversaries. Read more at: fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/…

ADIC Barnacle proudly welcomed FBI New York's new employees as they took the Oath of Office to support and defend the Constitution. From special agents and intelligence analysts to scientists, technologists, and business professionals, the FBI offers career paths for nearly every skill set — all united by one mission: protecting the American people. Become a part of the mission at fbijobs.gov/careers.

FBI New York was honored to be a part of the Annual First Responder New York Jets Game, joining other first responders to celebrate those that serve and protect our communities. Building and strengthening public trust starts with community engagement and meaningful partnerships. Events like these provide an opportunity for us to connect with the community and reinforce our shared commitment to public safety and upholding the Constitution.