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Fox News
2 hours ago
- Fox News
Massive identity theft scheme led by illegal immigrants uncovered after raid at meatpacking plant
ICE has uncovered a massive identity theft scheme led by illegal immigrants and possibly tied to organized criminal networks following a workplace raid at a meatpacking plant in Omaha. According to an ICE statement, approximately 70 illegal aliens working at the plant were discovered to be using stolen Social Security numbers and identities to unlawfully obtain employment authorization, wages and benefits at the expense of over 100 victims. The statement said that the victims have faced "devastating financial, emotional and legal consequences" as a result of the identity theft. Working with other federal and state partners, ICE agents conducted a major workplace raid at Glenn Valley Foods in Omaha on June 10. The raid resulted in over 70 illegal immigrants being arrested, which sparked protests both in the community and across the country. While the arrests have sparked outrage from some in both the local community and nationally, ICE said the illegals' identity theft proves they were not innocent, hardworking members of society, as some have suggested. Another ICE representative told Fox News Digital that the illegal aliens who were apprehended at Glenn Valley Foods were behind the crime and that "some may have used organized criminal networks" to carry out the crime. The representative said that the investigation is still ongoing and that the exact number of individuals impacted is still unknown. The ICE spokesperson pointed to a few examples of those victimized by the apprehended illegals' identity theft scheme. The spokesperson said a disabled person in Texas, who was unable to work, struggled to get their Social Security disability payments because an illegal alien was fraudulently using their identity and earning wages at Glenn Valley Foods. Another victim in Colorado received a notice from the IRS to repay more than $5,000 after their income was falsely increased due to an illegal alien using their identity to work at the plant. In Missouri, a full-time nursing student lost their college tuition assistance because it was fraudulently reported that they earned too much money due to an illegal alien at Glenn Valley Foods using their Social Security number. Another person living in California has had to work for nearly 15 years to regain their identity and fix the financial damage done by an illegal who was working at Glenn Valley Foods, according to the spokesperson. Mark Zito, special agent in charge of Homeland Security Investigations Kansas City, which covers Omaha, said in a statement emailed to Fox News Digital that "the criminals who stole these identities didn't just break the law, they upended lives." "There have been individuals who have gone on the record recently referring to the identity thieves we arrested last week as 'good, hardworking, and honest,'" he said. "These so-called honest workers have caused an immeasurable amount of financial and emotional hardship for innocent Americans. If pretending to be someone you aren't in order to steal their lives isn't blatant, criminal dishonesty, I don't know what is." "These victims aren't faceless statistics; they're real people who are being denied healthcare and have lost educational opportunities," added Zito.
CBS News
2 days ago
- CBS News
Mexican Mafia members charged in murder conspiracy of rapper, LA County DA says
Los Angeles prosecutors charged 19 alleged members and associates of the Mexican Mafia with a years-long conspiracy to murder a rapper, according to the FBI. The FBI and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department investigators said the conspiracy began in December 2022 after the rapper slighted the criminal syndicate. The plan to kill the man involved several high-ranking associates of the Mexican Mafia incarcerated in the LA County Jail, according to the FBI. "This investigation highlights the far-reaching and violent influence of criminal gang organizations operating behind bars to orchestrate attacks that endanger the safety of those in our custody and in our communities," said Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna. After a Mexican Mafia member sanctioned the killing, an armed associate allegedly went to the victims' home after another alleged co-conspirator used social media to track down the rapper's location. FBI investigators said the criminal syndicate couldn't find the rapper at his family's home because he was incarcerated in the LA County Jail. Once they learned he was in the facility, Mexican Mafia members in the jail allegedly tried to kill the victim. While he was hospitalized, the rapper survived the attack and authorities released him from jail days later. The suspects allegedly continued the murder conspiracy after the rapper was freed. "We will not tolerate organized crime using our jails and prisons as a haven for violence," LA County District Attorney Nathan Hochman said. "When individuals on the outside conspire with those inside to carry out attacks, they threaten the safety and integrity of our correctional system." While 18 of the alleged Mexican Mafia members have been apprehended, the FBI said one of the suspects, Joshua Euan, 37, remains at large. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is urged to contact the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or submit a tip at
ABC News
2 days ago
- ABC News
Three men to front court after police seize high-end cars, watches from alleged scammers
Lamborghinis, Rolexes and hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash have been seized from a Western Sydney group police allege netted $10 million by selling fake designer items. Three men are expected to face court after sweeping raids on Wednesday saw officers uncover a treasure trove of high-end goods and luxury cars. NSW Police alleged the group used social media to sell the fake products and profited about $9.7 million from the scam on unsuspecting customers online. Strike Force Alcova was set up by the Organised Crime Squad to investigate, using resources from the Unexplained Wealth Unit and the NSW Crime Commission to uncover the syndicate. Police said the group sold an array of fake goods, from clothing and watches to shoes and handbags. "We will allege these individuals built a multi-million-dollar empire by deceiving consumers and undermining legitimate businesses," Organised Crime Squad commander Peter Faux said. "Behind the filters and followers was a sophisticated criminal enterprise exploiting digital platforms to sell counterfeit luxury goods. "This kind of organised crime will not go unchecked. The NSW Police Force ... has not only arrested those responsible but are actively targeting the profits they've made illegally." Police seized nine luxury cars worth $3 million, $270,000 in cash and more than 500 counterfeit designer items. Among the high-end vehicles towed away were a Porsche, a McLaren, a Mercedes and two Lamborghinis. Police charged the trio with proceeds of crime and participating in a criminal group offences. They are a 30-year-old from Fairfield East, a 33-year-old from Merrylands and a 30-year-old from Guildford. The men are due to face Parramatta Local Court on Thursday. "The evidence suggests this criminal group stockpiled significant wealth — vehicles, cash and luxury goods — through the sale of counterfeit items," NSW Crime Commission Executive director Darren Bennett said. "These assets are now under the control of the NSW Crime Commission. 'We've commenced proceedings to recover millions of dollars with the aim of returning that money to the people of New South Wales."
Reuters
2 days ago
- Reuters
At least 13 killed in central Mexico during shoot-out with organized crime, authorities says
MEXICO CITY, June 18 (Reuters) - At least 13 people were killed during a shoot-out involving organized crime in the central Mexican state of Zacatecas, the state government's secretary general said on Wednesday. "The situation is currently under control," Rodrigo Reyes Muguerza said on social media, adding that the operation was ongoing. There were no reports of injuries among Mexican security forces, he added.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Yahoo
3 men arrested in connection with 'violent incidents' in Scottish city
THREE more men have been arrested in connection with an ongoing investigation into 'violent incidents' across Scotland's central belt. Officers arrested and charged two men, aged 26 and 20, on Monday in connection with the alleged attempted murder of a 54-year-old man at Pitcairn Grove in Edinburgh in May. Police said the two men were due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Tuesday. A 26-year-old man was also arrested in connection with outstanding warrants after officers attended at a property in the Muirhouse Drive area of Edinburgh at around 6pm on Sunday. READ MORE: Orkney council ends investigation into leaving UK in bid for greater autonomy He was also charged in connection with a wilful fire at a property in Albert Street in Edinburgh in March and was due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday. Officers from local divisions and a dedicated team from the Specialist Crime Division are still carrying out extensive enquiries into the 'gang war' as they aim to gather vital evidence and reassure the public with patrols. Detective Chief Superintendent Dave Ferry said: 'Further to these arrests, we have also recovered a vehicle and a firearm, both of which are believed to have been used in recent incidents. 'This activity highlights our continued commitment to tackling organised crime and we are following a number of positive lines of enquiry. 'We still require further support from local communities as our investigation progresses. If you know anything that could assist our ongoing investigation, please do the right thing and speak to us.' Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101 quoting incident number 0562 of Friday, 21 March, 2025. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.
