FBI Warns of Money Mule Schemes Exploiting the COVID-19 Pandemic
Fraudsters are taking advantage of the uncertainty and fear surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic by scamming people into becoming money mules and getting them to move and hide illicit funds.
FBI Anticipates Rise in Business Email Compromise Schemes Related to the COVID-19 Pandemic
There has been an increase in BEC frauds targeting municipalities purchasing personal protective equipment or other supplies needed in the fight against COVID-19.
Man Found with Gun and Drugs After Assaulting Woman Sentenced to Federal Prison
Anthony Vincenzo Smith of Dubuque, who unlawfully possessed a loaded gun while a drug user, has been sentenced to five years in prison.