Sextortion is one of the biggest risks kids face online.

Online enticement reports ⬆️ 300% in ‘21-‘23 + 36.2M reports of suspected child exploitation to National Center for Missing & Exploited Children in ‘23.

What can caring adults do to help?

Learn how kids get trapped and how to help them noescaperoom.org

The April 15 tax deadline is here! The #IRS shares your payment options, including electronic filing options, and what to do if you can’t file by the deadline or pay your tax bill in full: ow.ly/7nCs50R6zGW

Southwest Georgia Resident Faces Life in Prison for Armed Fentanyl Trafficking; Defendant Admitted to Possessing 4+ Kilos of Fentanyl for Distribution in the Community

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Columbus, Georgia, Men Sentenced to Prison for Helping Supply Stolen Guns to Rival Gangs

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This is a U.S. Department of Justice #ProjectSafeNeighborhoods case.

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“Upshaw acted with utter disregard for the lives and safety of others when he injured law enforcement and endangered community members during his frantic flight. Ultimately, he couldn’t evade justice.” USA Leary FBI Atlanta Muscogee Sheriff DEAAtlanta justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/c…

We can work together within our communities in many ways to help keep children safe. It starts by investing in stronger support systems for families. Follow Child Welfare Information Gateway or visit childwelfare.gov/topics/prevent… to learn more. #NCAPM #ThrivingFamilies

Convicted Felon Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Fentanyl; Defendant was on Supervised Release for Prior Drug Trafficking Convictions

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We mourn the loss of Senior U.S. District Judge Hugh Lawson, whose memorial service was today in Hawkinsville, Georgia, and share our heartfelt condolences with his family and friends. To learn more about Judge Lawson—in his own words—you can visit: clarkfuneralhawkinsville.com/obituary/roger…

April 2 is the #SAAM2024 Day of Action to raise public awareness about sexual assault. Wear the color teal to honor survivors, advocates, service providers, and help to highlight prevention efforts.
#SexualAssaultAwarenessMonth #BuildingConnectedCommunities OVW

“These sentences conclude a lengthy investigation and complex prosecution of all those involved in the murderous conspiracy that took the lives of three men whose murders have caused unbearable pain for their families and friends.” USA Leary Athens-Clarke County Police Department justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/c…

“While no court can restore the lives that were lost, we hope these sentences provide some measure of justice and underscore our office’s commitment – working alongside our law enforcement partners – to combatting violent crime.” USA Leary U.S. Attorneys FBI Atlanta Athens-Clarke County Police Department

Two Middle Georgia Repeat Felony Offenders with Lengthy Criminal Histories Sentenced in Separate Drug Trafficking Cases

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Pennsylvania Resident Sentenced to Statutory Maximum of 30 Years in Prison for Shooting Death of Oconee County Man

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“Working with our law enforcement partners, our office will continue to root out fraud and hold individuals accountable for these criminal schemes.” USA Leary FBI Atlanta U.S. Department of Labor @FBI U.S. Department of Justice justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/i…

“There is no excuse for a long-time Tax Commissioner to fail to report earnings on personal income taxes, just like other citizens must do. These kinds of schemes undermine the public’s trust.” USA Leary IRS Criminal Investigation FBI Atlanta U.S. Attorneys U.S. Department of Justice justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/f…

A Macon, Georgia, resident was found guilty by a federal jury of robbing the Truist Bank on Riverside Drive in Macon in 2023 while on federal supervised release for illegally possessing a firearm.

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“Our office has zero tolerance for individuals caught supplying violent criminal organizations with firearms and will pursue federal charges for gun traffickers.” USA Peter Leary U.S. Attorneys Columbus, Georgia Police Department ATF HQ U.S. Department of Justice #ProjectSafeNeighborhoods justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/g…

Women’s history is American history — and world history. On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the achievements, contributions, and progress of women and girls in the United States and around the globe. #WomensDay #IWD2024

Diego Ibarra, 28, of Venezuela, was ordered to be detained by a U.S. Magistrate Judge based on evidence of the defendant being a flight risk. justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/d…

Diego Ibarra, 28, of Venezuela, is charged by criminal complaint with possessing a fraudulent green card. He will have a standard preliminary hearing regarding probable cause and the government’s motion to detain on 4.7.24 at 10 a.m. justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/c…