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Roxanne Barton Conlin was born, the oldest of six children in Huron, South Dakota, to Marion W. and Alyce M. Barton. In 1958, her family experiencing poverty, with violence from an abusive father, relocated to Des Moines, Iowa. At the age of 14 she joined the local chapter of the National Association of the Advancement of Colored People, then the Polk County Young Democrats and became active in antiwar peace marches and demonstrations.At 16, Conlin entered Drake University in 1961, without graduating from high school, and graduated from law school with honors, summa cum laude at 21, with a Bachelor of Arts, when she married James Conlin in 1964, and had four children together. She gained a Juris Doctor in 1966 and a Master of Public Administration in 1978, earning honors such as Phi Beta Kappa and Pi Alpha Alpha. Her legal career began in private practice, before her role as Deputy Industrial Commissioner (1967-1968) and then as Assistant Attorney General for Iowa, where she led the Civil Rights Section (1969-1976). Roxanne Conlin has built a distinguished legal career representing victims of discrimination, medical malpractice, civil litigation and more, including notable cases against major corporations and civil rights violations. Roxanne wrote the first law protecting the privacy of rape victims and managed its passage in February 1972, and founded Roxanne Conlin & Associates, P.C., in Des Moines.She advocated for racial justice and empowerment through her affiliations with various Black organizations throughout her career, such as: the Des Moines Coalition for Civil Rights: Conlin has actively worked alongside the Black community in Des Moines AND the Iowa Commission on the Status of Women: where she advocated for policies that supported women and racially marginalized communities in Iowa, making her a respected ally and advocate for the Black community in Iowa and beyond. She worked for SHIRLEY CHISHOLM's Presidency run!! In May 1977, President Jimmy Carter appointed Conlin as the United States Attorney for the Southern District of Iowa, from 1977 to 1981, making her one of the first women to hold this position. She received accolades for her contributions from numerous federal agencies, including an award for Outstanding Assistance from the United States Secret Service and special commendations from the FBI and the Postal Inspection Service. She has been chair of the Iowa Democratic Party and was a candidate for the governorship in 1982, making her the first woman to run on a major party ticket. In 1998, National Law Journal named her one of fifty most influential lawyers in America, alongside Gloria Allred, Janet Reno and Elizabeth Warren.... See here for her list of accomplishments: https://www.roxanneconlinlaw.com/attorney/roxanne-b-conlin/At 80, Roxanne aka Rocky is still practicing law full time, a leader, who has given her LIFE to the issues, a David against many Goliaths of abuse such as: Eastman Kodak, UPS, Microsoft, Volkswagon, police departments, hospitals, doctors. Along with her deep love of cats, Conlin loves ballroom dancing, cruises, dancing on cruises AND became a PILOT. Find out more on our membership page and her book “UNSTOPPABLE: The Nine Lives of Roxanne Barton Conlin” at: https://www.unstoppableroxanneconlin.com/Connect with Roxanne at: https://www.suethebadguys.com OR https://www.somepeoplejustneedtobesued.com

Over the last couple of years, the U.S. Postal Service has been warning the public about an increase in counterfeit stamps being sold online. While in this digital age you might think that emails and texts have primarily replaced snail mail, many citizens still send greeting cards, especially during holidays and for special occasions. Roughly over one billion Christmas cards are sent each year. With that being said, scammers have gotten very crafty printing and selling counterfeit stamps online for heavily discounted prices. Danielle Schrage with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service joined us to discuss the concerns over counterfeit stamps.Listen to WBZ NewsRadio on the NEW iHeart Radio app and be sure to set WBZ NewsRadio as your #1 preset!

This week on Mailin' It!, Brian Coleman of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service walks us through the world of imposter scams, a leading form of fraud that cost victims billions last year. From fake government officials to fraudulent package notifications, these scams exploit trust and pressure victims into giving up sensitive information. Brian shares how the Postal Inspection Service investigates these crimes, tips for identifying scams before they happen, and what to do if you think you've been targeted. Scammers are getting more sophisticated, making it harder than ever to tell what's real and what's a fraud, whether you're looking to protect yourself or help others stay safe, this episode is packed with valuable insights.

In this episode of “Financial Crime Matters,” Kieran talks with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service's Michael Bruno, who is anti-money laundering program manager at the service's national headquarters. Mike details some of the Inspection Service's efforts to tackle the theft of bank checks that are “washed” to fraudulently change the payees and amounts and that are all too often stolen during violent attacks on mail carriers. Crediting the Financial Crime Enforcement Network (FinCEN), the Inspection Service's law enforcement partners and a massive education effort, Mike shares how in roads have been made against check washing. He also discusses how the service is fighting money laundering and other types of fraud connected to the abuse of Postal Service money orders.

This week on Mailin' It!, Karla Kirby and Jonathan Castillo welcome back Eric Shen, Inspector in Charge at the Postal Inspection Service's Criminal Investigations Group. With the holiday season in full swing, Eric sheds light on the Postal Inspection Service's 2024 holiday scams awareness campaign, “Don't Get Snowed by Holiday Scams,” which focuses on protecting USPS customers and employees during the busiest time of the year. Tune in to hear Eric break down the top scams targeting customers, including counterfeit stamps, phishing and smishing schemes, and mail theft, while sharing actionable advice to protect yourself and your loved ones.

This week on Mailin' It, Karla and Jonathan speak with retired Postal Inspector Natalie Reda about a tragic case of romance fraud that shocked investigators. Laura Kowal, a retired hospital executive, fell victim to an online romance scam, losing $1.5 million before her suspicious death in 2020. Natalie walks us through the investigation, revealing how the scam was connected to a larger fraud network and how law enforcement traced the money. The episode sheds light on the tactics used by scammers, the emotional toll on victims, and steps listeners can take to protect themselves from similar scams. If you or someone you know is active in online dating, this episode is essential listening to stay informed and safe.

Welcome to another episode of The Protectors Podcast. This episode comes straight from the 2024 IAFCI Convention, where we sit down with two U.S. Postal Inspectors prosecuting a massive fraud case. We dive deep into the ripple effect of this scam, revealing how many lives have been impacted - and how you can shield yourself from falling into a similar trap. Stay with us for another crucial episode you won't want to miss!The Protectors Podcast - Your Front Line Against Fraud.Links Mentioned On the Show:U.S. Postal Inspection Service: https://www.uspis.gov/U.S. Postal Inspection Service Hotline: 1-877-876-2455_______________________________LifeVibe.us: https://lifevibe.us/IAFCI CONTACT INFO:IAFCI Website: https://iafci.org/Phone: 916-939-5000Advertising Opportunities and Guest Appearance: IAFCIProtectorspodcast@gmail.com

As a military veteran or first responder, you need to be planning and implementing strategies to prepare for your transition into civilian life. In this episode of the Transition Drill Podcast, Greg Campbell, a seasoned law enforcement officer, public information expert, and veteran advocate, shares his life journey from the streets of Compton, California, to his impactful work with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, retiring in 2018 at the rank of Deputy Chief Inspector with almost 30 years and 3 law enforcement agencies, and today supporting first responders and military veterans. Greg opens up about growing up amid gang violence, striving to be the first in his family to graduate college, and his transformative experiences in law enforcement, where he became a passionate advocate for change from within. Today he is the Vice President of Law Enforcement and Government with TalentSmartEQ, a premier provider of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) training and development. With a focus on leadership, resilience, and overcoming adversity, Greg's story resonates deeply with those who serve on the front lines, offering valuable insights into navigating challenges with courage and purpose. Join us as Greg reflects on his past, his work today, and his ongoing mission to empower military members, first responders, and their communities. SPONSORS: Trident Coffee Get 15% off your purchase Link: https://tridentcoffee.com Promo Code: TDP15 SOFLETE Get 20% off your purchase Web: https://soflete.com Promo Code: TDP20 CONNECT WITH THE PODCAST: IG: https://www.instagram.com/paulpantani/ WEB: https://www.transitiondrillpodcast.com QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS: paul@transitiondrillpodcast.com CONNECT WITH GREG: WEB: https://thegrndcollective.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harrison-lewis-9358ba94/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/harrisonllewis/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/grnd.us/ BUY THE BOOK: Developing You: Unleashing the 11 Transformative Practices of Self-Development & Emotional Intelligence Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Developing-You-Transformative-Self-Development-Intelligence/dp/B0CVRVG57P/ref=sr_1_1?sr=8-1

Former President Donald Trump is asking the judge in his New York criminal case to delay his sentencing until after the November presidential election. In a letter made public on Thursday, a lawyer for Trump suggested that sentencing him as scheduled on Sept. 18—about seven weeks before Election Day—would amount to election interference. Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) have agreed to debate each other on Oct. 1, setting up a faceoff between the potential vice presidents as early voting for the general election will begin in some states. Meanwhile, independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said he has no plans to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president. Authorities have arrested at least one person in connection with actor Matthew Perry's death from what was ruled an accidental ketamine overdose last year. Los Angeles police said that they were working with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service on a probe into why the 54-year-old had so much of the surgical anesthetic in his system. ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

Former President Donald Trump is asking the judge in his New York criminal case to delay his sentencing until after the November presidential election. In a letter made public on Thursday, a lawyer for Trump suggested that sentencing him as scheduled on Sept. 18—about seven weeks before Election Day—would amount to election interference.Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) have agreed to debate each other on Oct. 1, setting up a faceoff between the potential vice presidents as early voting for the general election will begin in some states. Meanwhile, independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has said he has no plans to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris for president.Authorities have arrested at least one person in connection with actor Matthew Perry's death from an accidental ketamine overdose last year. Los Angeles police said that they were working with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service on a probe into why the 54-year-old had so much of the surgical anesthetic in his system.

Spencer Block, public information officer and postal inspector with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service's Chicago office, joins Lisa Dent to explain why there needs to be more protections in place to keep postal workers safe following the tragic shooting of Octavia Redmond who was killed in the West Pullman neighborhood. Follow The Lisa Dent Show […]

This week on Mailin' It, we're joined by Postal Inspector Clayton Gerber to discuss the Inspection Service's role in breaking up one of the largest fraud schemes in U.S. history. From dumpster diving to find evidence to international extraditions during the height of the pandemic, the team's relentless pursuit to uncover the truth is nothing short of extraordinary. Grab your detective hat and join us for an eye-opening journey into the world of postal crime and learn how the Postal Inspection Service is working tirelessly to safeguard the public from fraudsters.

GDP Script/ Top Stories for April 5th        Publish Date:  April 5th            From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast. Today is Friday, April 5th, and Happy 73rd Birthday to singer Abba. ***04.05.24 – BIRTHDAY – ABBA*** I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Gwinnett County Public Schools. Fatal Altercation at Buford Residence Results in Death Buford Man Faces Charges for Allegedly Strangling Roommate to Death Using TV Cable and Knife Phillips State Prison Inmate in Buford Faces Charges for Constructing and Sending Explosive Devices All of this and more is coming up on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen daily and subscribe! Break 1: GCPS DISCOVERY STORY 1: Gwinnett Police: Man Killed During Fight At Buford Home Gwinnett County police responded to a "trouble unknown" call in Buford, where they found a man dead at a residence on Ivy Birch Way. The call came in at 1:45 a.m. after a witness reported hearing distressing sounds. Upon arrival, officers noticed signs of a physical altercation on one of the occupants. Subsequently, they discovered the deceased man inside the house. Detectives suspect an argument among the occupants escalated into a fight. They are interviewing a person of interest. Police stated they are not seeking suspects outside the home. The victim's identity will be disclosed after notifying the next of kin. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact GCPD detectives or Crime Stoppers anonymously for potential rewards. STORY 2: Gwinnett Police: Buford Man Allegedly Used Television Cable, Knife To Kill Roommate Nineteen-year-old Erik Ruiz Lopez from Buford is accused of strangling and fatally stabbing his roommate during a physical altercation at their north Gwinnett home. The victim's identity has not been disclosed by police, but it's confirmed they shared a bedroom. Officers responded to a call reporting trouble at the residence and found the victim's body upon arrival. Ruiz Lopez allegedly choked the victim unconscious with a TV cable before returning with a knife to stab him multiple times. Detectives have interviewed Ruiz Lopez, and the victim's identity will be released once next-of-kin are informed. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact detectives or Crime Stoppers anonymously for a potential reward. STORY 3: Inmate At Buford's Phillips State Prison Charged With Building, Mailing Bombs David Cassady, a 55-year-old inmate serving a life sentence in a Georgia state prison, has been indicted for allegedly constructing and mailing bombs to two federal buildings. He purportedly built the bombs while incarcerated at a state prison in Reidsville and sent them to a federal courthouse in Anchorage, Alaska, and a Justice Department building in Washington, D.C. Charges against him include making an unregistered destructive device, mailing destructive devices, and attempted malicious use of an explosive. The case is under investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, the U.S. Marshals Service, the FBI, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, and the Georgia Department of Corrections. The indictment was issued by a grand jury in the Southern District of Georgia.   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info. We'll be right back.   Break 2: TOM WAGES   STORY 4: His Shot At The Olympics — Dacula's Will Hinton Qualifies for Summer Games In Trap Shooting Will Hinton, a 28-year-old Dacula native and a staff sergeant at Fort Moore, has qualified for the Men's Trap competition at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. Despite being behind in the trials, he managed to secure his spot by defeating 121 other shooters in Tucson, Arizona. Hinton's teammate, Rachel Tozier, also earned a spot in the Women's Trap category. Hinton credits his mental training and determination for his success. He plans to continue training rigorously and bet on himself for a shot at the gold medal. Hinton, who began shooting at a young age, will compete with his own weapon, a 12-gauge Krieghoff K80. He intends to continue competing as long as he remains competitive and enjoys the sport. STORY 5: U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde Wants Investigation Into Mail Delays in Georgia U.S. Rep. Andrew Clyde is demanding an investigation into mail delivery delays caused by issues at the new Regional Processing and Distribution Center in Palmetto. Clyde has called on USPS Inspector General Tammy Hull to conduct an audit, citing an increase in complaints from constituents since the facility opened. He blames USPS's poor planning for the delays, which have led to disrupted mail delivery operations and impacted residents' lives, including delayed bill payments and medicine deliveries. Clyde's demand for accountability follows similar calls from Sen. Jon Ossoff to Postmaster General Louis DeJoy. He expects a preliminary response within 30 days of his letter.   We'll be back in a moment.   Break 3: INGLES 3   STORY 6: Georgia United Credit Union Names New Chief Strategy Officer Georgia United Credit Union has appointed Adam Marlowe as its new Chief Strategy Officer to oversee marketing, product development, and member advocacy efforts. Marlowe brings extensive experience from his previous roles at credit unions, including as Chief Operating Officer at Powerco Federal Credit Union and various positions at Georgia's Own Credit Union. With a focus on enhancing the member experience, Marlowe's strategic leadership aims to drive corporate vision and innovation at Georgia United. His appointment reflects the credit union's commitment to growth and community service.   STORY 7: State PSC members could avoid voters for years as meter runs on Georgia Power rate hikes A federal lawsuit filed in 2020 by plaintiffs, including Brionté McCorkle of Georgia Conservation Voters, seeks to change the way public service commissioners are elected in Georgia, arguing that the current system disenfranchises Black voters. Amidst this, a proposed delay in state utility regulator elections until 2025 has sparked controversy. Critics argue this postponement denies millions of Georgia Power customers their right to elect representatives who oversee utility rates. The delay is seen as an attempt to extend current commissioners' terms, exacerbating concerns over rate increases and environmental decisions. 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This week on Mailin' It!, we're joined by Eric Shen, Inspector in Charge at the Postal Inspection Service's Criminal Investigations Group, to shine a light on investment fraud. From cryptocurrency scams to smishing, we discuss the myriad of tactics fraudsters use to deceive people and share tips on how to identify them. Join us as we uncover the inner workings of these schemes and provide you with the knowledge to protect yourself and your loved ones from falling victim to deceptive practices.

Welcome to The Protectors Podcast, the podcast that delves into the unsung heroes of law enforcement. On today's episode, we shine a spotlight on an agency that often operates behind the scenes but plays a crucial role in safeguarding our communities—the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS). Join us, along with Inspector in Charge of the USPIS Los Angeles Division, Carroll Harris, as we explore the multifaceted contributions of the USPIS, from their diligent work in fraud prevention to their unwavering support for veterans and tireless efforts to protect and serve the American public.The Protectors Podcast - where knowledge meets conversation.GUEST CONTACT INFO:Carroll Harris LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carrollharris1/Links mentioned on the show:USPIS Toll-Free: 877-876-2455USPIS: https://www.uspis.gov/tips-prevention/mail-theftOperation Protect Veterans: https://www.uspis.gov/veteransFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Postalinspectors/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/postalinspectors/?hl=enBetter Business Bureau: https://www.bbb.org/Charity Watch: https://www.charitywatch.org/Charity Navigator: https://www.charitynavigator.org/discover-charities/best-charities/?c_src=WPAIDSEARCH&gclid=Cj0KCQiA2KitBhCIARIsAPPMEhJU1tmOzjWg6nYw_pVt85NhV_dluP0Wn9R8unUBKmOKyU64ProDRPIaAvCGEALw_wcBHonor Flight: https://www.honorflight.org/_______________________________IAFCI CONTACT INFO:IAFCI Website: https://iafci.org/Phone: 916-939-5000Advertising Opportunities and Guest Appearance: IAFCIProtectorspodcast@gmail.com

Today -  James Christopher McFeely, a special agent with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service in Arizona, has made national headlines by declining a plea deal.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Faithful Politics, hosts Will Wright and Pastor Josh Bertram sit down with Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger, who's been serving Virginia's seventh congressional district since 2019. Our conversation journeys through her unique path to politics—starting as a federal employee, transitioning to an undercover role in the CIA, and finally, landing in Congress. We explore the historical significance of her win, breaking a 60-year Democratic drought in her district, and what that implies for her potential third-term victory.We tackle the ongoing Speaker of the House dilemma, discussing its impact on both her constituents and the nation at large. The episode also delves into bipartisan efforts, focusing on how Democrats and Republicans are collaborating to safeguard Americans and restore trust in Congress. We touch on international topics like aid to Ukraine and its implications for American security. To cap it all off, we get a fascinating peek into Spanberger's past life as an undercover CIA agent, including how her mother was largely in the dark about her covert activities.This was a really fun interview with the Rep. Spanberger and we think you'll enjoy it as much as we did recording it!Guest Bio:U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger is proud to represent the people of Virginia's Seventh Congressional District in the U.S. House.Abigail's career has been defined by public service. She first swore an oath to the U.S. Constitution as a federal agent with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. In this role, she investigated money laundering and narcotics cases — including at the southern border. Then, as a Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) case officer, she worked at home and abroad to collect intelligence, keep our country safe from terrorism, and inform policymakers in their national security decisions. Following her time at CIA, Abigail joined the private sector and helped American colleges and universities diversify their student bodies, expand opportunities for Americans entering the workforce, and increase graduation rates.To learn more: https://spanberger.house.gov/Support the showTo learn more about the show, contact our hosts, or recommend future guests, click on the links below: Website: https://www.faithfulpoliticspodcast.com/ Faithful Host: Josh@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Political Host: Will@faithfulpoliticspodcast.com Twitter: @FaithfulPolitik Instagram: faithful_politics Facebook: FaithfulPoliticsPodcast LinkedIn: faithfulpolitics

Inspector in Charge - AMERITHRAX FBIOctober 2002 – September 2006 (4 years)Washington, D.C.Led the FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service investigation into the U.S. anthrax attacks of 2001This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/1198501/advertisement

In 2018, The Perfect Scam brought you the story of the French psychic Maria Duval mail fraud impostor scheme. For decades, criminals, led by a man named Patrice Runner, used Duval's name and image on letters sent all over the U.S. and the world, promising good fortune in exchange for regular payments, and threatening disaster for those who ignored the solicitations. Federal investigators estimate the scam impacted 1 in 300 Americans and raked in over $200 million. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service finally put a stop to the letters in 2014, but even when we covered the story in 2018 Runner was still on the run. In this episode, Bob checks in with USPIS Inspector Clayton Gerber to find out how the fight for justice is going, and learns how one of the world's largest marketing companies, Epsilon, played a major role in the scheme. 

The one hundredth anniversary of the train robbery and quadruple murder at Tunnel 13 in Southern Oregon. Chelsea Rose interviews staff at the Postal Inspection Service and Postal Museum at the Smithsonian about the event.

You might be familiar with the phrase 'emotional intelligence,' but do you know how deeply it can impact the lives of those on the front lines of service? Today's guest, Greg Campbell, Ph.D. VP of Law Enforcement & Government at TalentSmart EQ and former Deputy Chief Inspector of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service unpacks the transformative power of emotional intelligence, particularly amongst service personnel. Drawing from his personal journey that began in Compton and led to a career in law enforcement, Greg offers invaluable perspectives on understanding and harnessing our emotions to shape healthier actions.Growing up, Greg's father, a Vietnam War veteran, was emotionally distant due to unaddressed war trauma, and this personal experience sparked his interest in emotional intelligence and its potential to heal and empower. His research on the impact of emotional intelligence on first responders and military personnel is absolutely fascinating. Emotional intelligence is not just about processing trauma but also about understanding our emotions and using them to guide our actions better. As our conversation with Dr. Campbell evolves, we touch upon the realities of law enforcement and how emotional intelligence can play a vital role in policing. The power of emotional intelligence is not just theoretical; it's practical and applicable in the real world—from mentoring and training to community policing.Show Note Resources:LinkedIn: Gregory Campbell, PhD Book: Emotional Intelligence 2.0Book: Emotional Intelligence HabitsSupport the showAdditional Resources: Subscribe/Rate/Review on iTunes ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐: >>>HEREEnroll Here

The Postal Service and its law enforcement division are stepping up plans to address a rise in mail theft. USPS and its Postal Inspection Service are adding new security measures to its blue collection boxes to prevent criminals from stealing mail and altering checks. USPS also expects these added security measures will also make letter carriers less of a target for criminals. U.S. Postal Inspector Michael Martel told Federal News Network in a recent interview that USPIS has seen an “alarming” increase in letter carrier robberies in recent years. Criminals are robbing letter carriers for their arrow keys, which are used to steal mail and packages, as well as commit financial crimes — including altering checks and committing check fraud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Postal Service and its law enforcement division are stepping up plans to address a rise in mail theft.USPS and its Postal Inspection Service are adding new security measures to its blue collection boxes to prevent criminals from stealing mail and altering checks. USPS also expects these added security measures will also make letter carriers less of a target for criminals.U.S. Postal Inspector Michael Martel told Federal News Network in a recent interview that USPIS has seen an “alarming” increase in letter carrier robberies in recent years.Criminals are robbing letter carriers for their arrow keys, which are used to steal mail and packages, as well as commit financial crimes — including altering checks and committing check fraud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Podcast by BBB of the Tri-Counties A BIG thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair in Santa Barbara Welcome to this week's edition of Your Moment of Trust! Check use may be declining, but check fraud is still a serious problem. Watch out for this scam, dubbed “check washing,” which involves stealing checks from mailboxes and then altering them. Fortunately, you can do a few things to protect yourself and your business. How the scam works: You send a check in the mail as payment for a service or product. However, a few days or weeks later, you are contacted by the company you paid. They say they never received a payment. Then, you discover the check you sent has been cashed, either for the amount you wrote it for or for a much higher amount. What happened? Scammers use many techniques to intercept mail, sometimes directly from your or the post office's big blue mailbox. Scammers have even been known to sneak into post office boxes with stolen keys. Individuals can fall victim to this scam, but scammers mostly target businesses, which typically write checks for larger amounts and have a predictable schedule for paying and mailing bills.  Once scammers find an envelope containing a check, they use household chemicals to “wash off” the name and amount you wrote down, replacing it with a name and dollar amount of their choice. Usually, they use fake identities to cash the check later on. And even if no one cashes your check, you are at a much higher risk of identity theft once it's found its way into scammers' hands. How to avoid check-washing schemes ● Take advantage of electronic payment methods. If you can use electronic means to make payments and receive them, do so. That will eliminate the possibility of falling victim to check washing. ● If you must mail a check, take precautions. Drop it off at the post office using the lobby mail slot instead of leaving a check in the mailbox with the flag up. If you need to use a blue box, drop off the mail before the day's last pick-up time. Don't leave unsent mail in your mailbox overnight; retrieve your delivered mail promptly, advises the United States Postal Service. ● Put a hold on your mail. If you are going out of town, have your mail held at the post office until you return. If you run a small business that isn't open on weekends, consider asking the post office not to deliver mail on Saturdays. ● Improve your mailbox security. Installing highly visible cameras near your mailbox and using a locked mailbox are two additional ways to avoid falling victim to this scam. ● Keep an eye on your checking account. Monitor your bank accounts carefully to ensure no one cashes a fraudulent check from your account. If you notice suspicious activity, notify your bank immediately. ● Use “positive pay” services. Many banks offer “positive pay” services for business checking accounts. You can pre-authorize checks for a specific amount by their check number. This will at least stop scammers from withdrawing more money than the specified amount. ● Always report check fraud. If you think your check was intercepted in the mail, let your bank know right away. Then, file a report with the Postal Inspection Service and your local police department. For more information: Read about more ways scammers use checks to commit fraud in BBB's Fake Check Scams Study. Get more advice on how to avoid scams at BBB.org/AvoidScams. If you've been a victim of check fraud, you can also report it to BBB.org/ScamTracker. Your reports help build public awareness and reduce scammers' effectiveness. Until next time!

Today's Pencast features Dawn Wilkes, Program Manager of the Security Group at the Universal Postal Union, the primary forum for postal cooperation between governments, Posts, regulators and other stakeholders, whose membership spans 192 countries. Previously, Ms. Wilkes worked at the Global Security Group of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, the federal law enforcement branch of the U.S. Postal Service. This episode is the second half of our conversation. A blog post with resources coming soon on the PEN-CP website (https://www.pen-cp.net/blog)

Today's Pencast features Dawn Wilkes, Program Manager of the Security Group at the Universal Postal Union, the primary forum for postal cooperation between governments, Posts, regulators and other stakeholders, whose membership spans 192 countries. Previously, Ms. Wilkes worked at the Global Security Group of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, the federal law enforcement branch of the U.S. Postal Service. This episode is the first half of our conversation - the second half will appear next week. A blog post with resources coming soon on the PEN-CP website (https://www.pen-cp.net/blog)

The United States Postal Inspection Service? They're real?  Yes, it is and here are 5 tips that you can use to combat fraud at your company.Keep listening.Check out my website www.debrarrichardson.com if you need help implementing authentication techniques, internal controls, and best practices to prevent fraudulent payments, regulatory fines or bad vendor data. Check out my new Vendor Process Training Center for 149+ hours of weekly live and on-demand training for the Vendor team. Subscribe today to be entered in the subscriber-only monthly drawing to win a free Putting the AP in hAPpy Coffee Mug.  Links mentioned in the podcast:   United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS):  Main PageSubscribe to Scam ArticlesForward Suspicious TextsVendor Process Training Center:  Vendor Process Training PassFrauds And New Scam Alerts + How To Prevent ThemVendor Process ReDesign – Plug Up the Gaps In Your Vendor Setup & Maintenance ProcessVendor Validation Reference List with Resources Links: www.debrarrichardson.com/vendor-validation-download (Get 25% Discount on the Global Vendor Registration Numbers)Vendor Master File Clean-Up:  https://www.debrarrichardson.com/cleanupYouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqeoffeQu3pSXMV8fUIGNiw More Podcasts/Blogs/Webinars www.debrarrichardson.comMore ideas?  Email me at debra@debrarrichardson.com Music Credit:  www.purple-planet.com

During this week's episode of NAPS Chat, Frank Albergo, president of the Postal Police Officers Association, joins Bob Levi to discuss the postal crime wave and how to reduce it. The escalation in postal-related crime, including assaults on USPS personnel, mail theft and mail fraud, concurrent with the 2020 USPS operational change to limit the law enforcement authority of postal police to the perimeter of USPS-occupied property, raises questions about the agency's commitment to employee safety and mail security. Postal police are the uniformed members of the Postal Inspection Service, the nation's oldest law enforcement entity.

The U.S. Postal Inspection Service has now doubled the reward to $50,000 to anyone who may have information about a man suspected of robbing a USPS worker in Randolph earlier this week. WBZ's Jim MacKay reports:

Want to know about romance or “sweetheart” scams? In honor of National Consumer Protection Week, we're sitting down with Andrea Avery from the U.S. Postal Inspection Service to learn more about romance scams and the warning signs that someone may be getting caught up in one. We'll also talk about prevention tips, what to do if you or someone you know has been a victim, and what's being done on a larger scale to help cut down on these types of scams. Join us to learn more about how you can help protect your family and friends!

Information from WHAT TO DO IF YOU WERE SCAMMED, https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/what-do-if-you-were-scammed What should you do if… You Paid a Scammer by credit/debit card or there was an unauthorized transfer from your bank account: • Contact the company or bank that issued the credit card, debit card or wire transfer from your bank account • Tell them it was a fraudulent charge. • Ask them to reverse the transaction and give you your money back. What if you Paid by gift card? • Contact the issuing company the gift card. Ask them to refund your money. Keep the gift card and the gift card receipt. What if you Sent a Wire Transfer to the scammer? • Contact the wire transfer company such as MoneyGram or Western Union • Tell them it was a fraudulent transfer. • Ask them to reverse the wire transfer and give you your money back MoneyGram: 1-800-926-94 Western Union: 1-800-448-1492 1 Ria (non-Walmart transfers): 1-877-443-1399 Ria (Walmart2Walmart and Walmart2World transfers): 1-855-355-2144 What if you Sent a Wire Transfer from your Bank? • Contact your bank and report the fraudulent transfer. • Ask them to reverse the wire transfer and give you your money back. What if you Sent Money through Money Transfer App such as Zelle, PayPal, CashApp or Venmo) • Report the fraudulent transaction to company behind the money transfer app • Ask them to reverse the payment. • If you linked the app to a credit card or debit card, report the fraud to your credit card company or bank. • Ask them to reverse the charge. What if you Paid the scammer with Cryptocurrency? • ASK person you paid to send it back. • Contact the company you used to send the money and tell them it was a fraudulent transaction. Ask them to reverse the transaction. What if you Sent Cash? • If you sent cash by U.S. mail, contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (877-876-2455) or other shipping company, ask them to intercept the package as soon as possible. WHAT If You Gave Scammer your Social Security Number? • Go to IdentityTheft.gov to see what steps to take, including how to monitor your credit. IdentityTheft.gov can help. What if you gave the scammer your User Name or Password? • Create a new, strong password. Make sure your password is long and strong. • Don't reuse passwords you've from other accounts. • Consider a password manager. • Add multi-factor authentication [2nd verification] when it's an option. • Pick security questions only you know the answer to. What If Scammer Has Remote Access to Your Computer or Phone? • Update your computer's security software, run a scan, and delete anything it identifies as a problem. • Turn off your computer and physically take it into a local reputable computer store. Run scans on your computer to see what actions were taken once they accessed your computer, like downloading your files and/or adding viruses and other malicious code onto your computer so they can continue to get access. What if the scammer gets Control of your cell phone number and account? • Contact your service provider to take back control of your phone number. Change your account password. • Check your credit card, bank, and other financial accounts for unauthorized charges or changes. If you see any, report them to the company or institution. Go to IdentityTheft.gov to see what steps you should take. Where should a victim report scams? If you experienced a scam — or even spotted one, ALWAYS report it to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov.[and to IC3.gov if the scam happened online.] and to local law enforcement. For more in-depth information on what we reviewed today go to ftc.gov and search for WHAT TO DO IF YOU WERE SCAMMED, https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/wha... . You can also report scams on BBB's Scam Tracker. If you would like to speak to Deputy District Attorney Vicki Johnson about a scam, or would like to share your story on Scam Squad, call the Fraud Hotline at 805-568-2442.

Abigail Spanberger, who represents Virginia's 7th congressional district in the House of Representatives, is one of the few members of Congress to have served as an operations officer at the Central Intelligence Agency. She also worked in law enforcement as an officer of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Not typical experiences for a thrice-elected politician—but useful for the role she finds herself in now.On this episode of Chatter, David Priess chatted with Rep. Spanberger about her recent re-election to the House, the nature of "swing districts," working across the aisle, her road to working at CIA, her experiences as a postal inspector and intelligence operations officer, what she sees as important national security issues right now, her advice for former colleagues considering a run for elective office, and how listening skills she learned at CIA have helped her as a representative.Chatter is a production of Lawfare and Goat Rodeo. This episode was produced and edited by Cara Shillenn of Goat Rodeo. Podcast theme by David Priess, featuring music created using Groovepad.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/lawfare. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Abigail Spanberger, who represents Virginia's 7th congressional district in the House of Representatives, is one of the few members of Congress to have served as an operations officer at the Central Intelligence Agency. She also worked in law enforcement as an officer of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Not typical experiences for a thrice-elected politician--but useful for the role she finds herself in now.David Priess chatted with Rep. Spanberger about her recent re-election to the House, the nature of "swing districts," working across the aisle, her road to working at CIA, her experiences as a postal inspector and intelligence operations officer, what she sees as important national security issues right now, her advice for former colleagues considering a run for elective office, and how listening skills she learned at CIA have helped her as a representative.Chatter is a production of Lawfare and Goat Rodeo. This episode was produced and edited by Cara Shillenn of Goat Rodeo. Podcast theme by David Priess, featuring music created using Groovepad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On September 26, 2016, 21 year-old Keeshae Jacobs made plans to visit a friend's house and agreed to see her mother the following day. But when she failed to show up at her mom's as she planned, her mother reported her missing and has been looking for her daughter ever since. If you have any information about the disappearance of Keeshae Jacobs, please contact Richmond Police at (804)-646-3025. Kierra Coles was 26 years old and was in the prime of her life when she suddenly vanished from the south side of Chicago.If you have any information about the disappearance of Kierra Coles, please contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service hotline at (877) 876-2455. The reference case number is 2693502.Want to show support? Please follow the show and leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, share the podcast to bring attention to these important cases. Social media links: https://linktr.ee/thelclpodcastMusic by: Channing Tab//@hellamelaninSources:Keeshae:https://www.oxygen.com/true-crime-buzz/who-is-keeshae-jacobs-missing-woman-included-in-black-and-missing-on-hbo-maxhttps://www.cbsnews.com/news/gabby-petito-keeshae-jacobs-mary-johnson-alicia-navarro-missing-people/https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/where-is-keeshae-jacobshttps://www.wric.com/news/local-news/mother-of-keeshae-jacobs-featured-on-new-hbo-series-black-and-missing/Kierra:https://abc7.com/missing-postal-worker-in-chicago-kierra-coles-update-person/11969374/https://blockclubchicago.org/2022/06/15/postal-worker-kierra-coles-disappeared-nearly-4-years-ago-her-family-and-police-are-boosting-efforts-to-find-her/https://abcnews.go.com/US/kierra-coles-pregnant-postal-workers-mysterious-disappearance-torture/story?id=80187100https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/newly-released-video-shows-pregnant-chicago-postal-worker-vanished-201-rcna33733 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chief Postal Inspector Gary Barksdale heads up one of the United States' oldest Federal law enforcement agencies.  However, most people have never even heard of the Postal Inspection Service.  Find out more about the best kept secret in Federal law enforcement and how Chief Barksdale's career led him to the agency.

ATLANTA -Ivie Shevon Sajere has been sentenced for her role in a conspiracy that defrauded the Social Security Administration (“SSA”) and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (“FEMA”) out of nearly $1,000,000. The conspiracy involved the false filing of thousands of online applications for SSA retirement benefits and FEMA disaster benefits using stolen personal information. “This was a massive fraud that impacted two government agencies and harmed thousands of victims across the country whose identities were stolen,” said U.S. Attorney Kurt R. Erskine. “Sajere's prison sentence is the culmination of a complicated investigation and prosecution and serves as a cautionary tale to other fraudsters similarly minded.”“This sentence holds Sajere accountable for her role in this complex conspiracy to defraud the Social Security Administration, alone, of nearly seven hundred thousand dollars. She stole personal information of innocent people and used it to defraud the SSA by abusing its online services,” said Gail S. Ennis, Inspector General, for the Social Security Administration. “My office will continue to uphold the integrity of the SSA's online services and programs that so many Americans rely on. I thank the United States Postal Inspection Service, the Department of Homeland Security Office of the Inspector General, and Homeland Security Investigations, and other law enforcement agencies for joining us in this comprehensive investigation. I also thank the U.S. Attorney's Office for prosecuting this case.”“Anyone with malicious intent can cause widespread damage to victims, and in this case, the defendant orchestrated an identity theft spree that resulted in the defrauding of two agencies that provide substantial assistance to individuals in need,” said Tommy D. Coke, Inspector in Charge of the Atlanta Division, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service. “This scheme highlights the importance of national collaboration when it comes to combatting identity theft, and I thank our law enforcement partners for their essential assistance with this investigation.”According to U.S. Attorney Erskine, the charges and other information presented in court: Beginning in approximately June 2017 until September 2018, the defendant and her husband, Neville Sajere, both Nigerian nationals who engaged in marriage fraud in an unsuccessful attempt to become U.S. citizens, participated in a money laundering scheme that defrauded nearly a million dollars from SSA and FEMA.The scheme involved unknown fraudsters filing applications for Social Security retirement benefits and FEMA disaster relief benefits using stolen personal information. The individual victims whose personal information was stolen were often individuals highly acclaimed in their fields. It appears that these individuals were targeted because, even though they were of retirement age, they had not filed for SSA retirement benefits and did not need disaster benefit relief. Thus, the fraudsters had a better chance of getting the applications approved. The victims included a movie director, an award-winning journalist, the daughter of a legendary movie director, and a highly esteemed academic.Once an application was approved, the fraudsters directed that the funds be deposited onto a Green Dot debit card opened using other stolen personal information. As soon as the money hit the Green Dot debit card, the defendant generated payments through Square, Stripe, and PayPal to Nevada Bridge TV, a Nigerian streaming service/television production company owned by the defendant's husband; BAGMA, an African gospel award show business owned by the defendant's husband; and Shevonz, a clothing store owned by the defendant.Ivie Shevon Sajere (a/k/a Ivie Shevon Owubo), 38, Suwanee, Georgia, was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Timothy C. Batten, Sr., to two years, six months in prison. She was also ordered to pay $949,616.40 in restitution to SSA and FEMA. Sajere was remanded into custody at the close of the sentencing hearing to begin her sentence. Because Sajere is not a United States citizen, she is likely to be deported after she completes her sentence. Sajere pleaded guilty on November 30, 2021, to one count of conspiracy to commit money laundering.This case was investigated by the Social Security Administration – Office of Inspector General, Department of Homeland Security – Office of Inspector General, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.Diane C. Schulman, Special Assistant U.S. Attorney, and Assistant U.S. Attorney Samir Kaushal prosecuted the case.Source -Department of Justice

They are the ones who are born with the remarkable desire to serve and protect their community or country. It is a calling ingrained in them. Every day, law enforcement officers wake up, put their uniform on and leave their loved ones behind to go out in their community, not sure if they will be coming back home. Now, more than ever, the law enforcement community needs the full support of our communities and elected officials. In this episode of the Blue View, National FOP President Patrick Yoes sits down with Representative Abigail Spanberger, from the 7th Congressional District of Virginia, to discuss her tireless work on Capitol Hill to ensure that law enforcement officers and their families receive what they have rightfully earned and deserve. ⬛️ ⬛️ ⬛️ WATCH THIS EPISODE ➡️ https://youtu.be/gm_GdbcMyMs ⬛️ ⬛️ ⬛️ 00:00 - Intro 01:08 - About Abigail Spanberger 02:40 - Navigating the Waters 06:50 - Fighting for Fairness 18:35 - COPS on the Beat 24:03 - A Looming Crisis 32:04 - Final Thoughts ⬛️ ⬛️ ⬛️ U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger is proud to represent the people of Virginia's Seventh Congressional District in the U.S. House. Abigail’s career has been defined by public service — first serving as a federal agent with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, working money laundering and narcotics cases. She then served at home and abroad as a CIA case officer, focusing on counterterrorism and nonproliferation efforts. Following her time at CIA, Abigail worked in the private sector, helping colleges and universities diversify their student bodies and increase graduation rates. First elected to the U.S. House in 2018, Abigail serves on the U.S. House Agriculture Committee and the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee. She is also Vice Chair of the bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus. Abigail grew up in Henrico County, Virginia and is a proud graduate of Henrico County Public Schools. Abigail and her husband Adam have three school-aged three children. ⬛️ ⬛️ ⬛️ SUBSCRIBE: Blue View Podcast ➡️ https://blue-view.castos.com/ Apple Podcasts ➡️ https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/blue-view-by-the-fraternal-order-of-police-fop/id1609211746 Spotify ➡️ https://open.spotify.com/show/3OZzhTEcwf3e2y0sPqdsew Amazon ➡️ https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/aad56de4-4a9a-46d2-a71f-ba46ea487797/blue-view-by-the-fraternal-order-of-police-fop

3.1.22 - Top 13 Veteran Scams - Veterans Air -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Show Links: Internal revenue service: https://www.irs.gov/.../how-to-know-its-really-the-irs... Links for Veteran Jobs: https://www.twc.texas.gov/jobseekers/just-veterans and at https://www.usajobs.gov/.../unique-hiring-paths/veterans/ Texas Attorney General : https://www.texasattorneygeneral.gov/.../how-spot-and... GI Education Benefits: https://www.va.gov/education/ Check out Charities: charitywatch.org or charitynavigator.org. Military Consumer This site, operated by the federal government, empowers military and veteran communities with tips and tools to be informed consumers. Access online at www.military.consumer.gov. The National Association of Attorneys General The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) site provides contact information for all state attorneys general. Most state attorneys general welcome consumer inquiries and complaints about frauds occurring in the marketplace and many offer complaint mediation services as well. Access online at: NAAG.org. FINRA Investor Education Foundation This site, operated by the FINRA Investor Education Foundation, provides critical information about how to avoid investment fraud, including allowing you to check to see if a broker or a particular investment advisor is registered. It is particularly helpful in addressing a variety of investment frauds such as gold coins and oil and gas scams. Access online at saveandinvest.org. The North American Securities Administrators Association (NASAA) This website is where you can find your local state securities regulator, who takes complaints against brokers and dealers that may have engaged in investment fraud. Access online at NASAA.org. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Consumer Help Call the Federal Trade Commission to file a complaint against a company if you feel you have been defrauded. Call toll-free 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357) or visit ftccomplaintassistant.gov. Securities and Exchange Commission The SEC is a good resource for checking up on an investment adviser and investment products. You can also call them at 1-800-SEC-0330 if you would prefer to speak with someone by phone. Access online at sec.gov/investor or investor.gov. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau If you have a complaint about fraudulent activity involving a bank account or service, credit reporting, debt collection, among other areas, contact the CFPB to file a complaint. File online at consumerfinance.gov/complaint. National Association of Insurance Commissioners Visit the NAIC website if you want to reach a state insurance agency about an insurance product or salesperson. Find your state at naic.org/state_web_map. U.S. Postal Inspection Service This site, sponsored by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, has information about how to protect yourself from mail fraud and how to identify when you've been targeted. Access online at deliveringtrust.com.

It's National Consumer Protection Week! In honor of this observance, we're sitting down with Ashlea Bowens and Jessica Adams, two of our esteemed postal inspectors, to learn how the USPIS is preventing mail fraud – including taking listeners behind-the-scenes of some of our most notable cases.We'll talk about the significance of this week and learn about how USPIS is helping to educate consumers on mail fraud and how they can better protect themselves. We'll also talk about the increase of “work-at-home” scams in the wake of the pandemic and share tips on how consumers can identify and report these schemes.For more information, visit https://www.uspis.gov/ and click on Tips & Prevention. 

In 2020, 543,018 people were reported missing, 59% white and Hispanic, 37% minorities. 37% of missing persons are POC, yet, make up only 13% of the US population. Missing persons cases of Americans of color remain unsolved 4 times longer than those of missing white Americans. When a white person goes missing, the media is also 4 times more likely to report than if the missing person is a person of color. We want to do our part in helping to spread awareness of those who do not get the attention they deserve. Please join us this week as we dive in to two missing persons cases that you need to hear and that need your help in solving! Ronda: In 2018, Kierra Coles went missing from South Chicago. She was 3 months pregnant at the time and left no indication that she was unhappy with her life. On the contrary, she had just met several life goals. So what happened to Kierra? She is described as 5'4" and 125lbs. She has black hair and brown eyes and has a tattoo of a heart on her right hand and a tattoo that says “Lucky Libra” on her back.If you have any information regarding Kierra, please contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 877-8762455. Pam: Keeshae Jacobs went missing in 2016 in Richmond, VA after telling her mother that she was going to be staying at a friends house and she hasn't been seen since.  Keeshae Jacobs would now  be about 26 years old, when she was last seen she was 5'3, 100 lbs with brown eyes & brown hair, a tattoo of a leaf on her right calf area, two paw print tattoos on her right thigh, a flower tattoo on her right shoulder, and one tattoo on her right hand. If you have information, call the tip line 804-801-4503 or contact Detective William Thompson at 804-646-3925Sources: Ronda: Case: The Unsolved Disappearance of Missing USPS Worker: Kierra Coles | by Jennifer | The Mystery Box | MediumKierra Coles Disappearance: Woman in Video Played Nationwide Wasn't Missing Postal Worker, Mother Says in Exclusive Interview – NBC ChicagoWhere is Kierra Coles? Pregnant postal worker's mysterious disappearance still torture for her mom - ABC News (go.com)MISSING: Kierra Coles and Keeshae Jacobs | Crime Junkie PodcastPam:Statistics/ Psychology:NPR.orgWikipediaBlack and Missing FoundationCase: Coreysobell.medium.comRichmond Time-DispatchWTVR (1)WTVR (2)

Everything was going Kierra Coles's way. She had a good-paying job with the United States Postal Service, she had just bought a car, and she had gotten her own apartment that she was sharing with her boyfriend. They had even decided to start a family. In October of 2018, Kierra was three months pregnant and loving life. But one day, Kierra disappeared. What followed was an investigation that offered up more questions than answers, including a last sighting that may not have been the last time she was seen at all. Kierra's family is still searching for their daughter and her unborn child, and we're hoping that you can help get them justice.Anyone who has any information on Kierra Coles's disappearance, please call the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 877-876-2455 and provide a case identification number, 2693502-WPV. Or, call the Chicago Police Special Victims Unit at 312-747-8274.Cualquier persona que tenga información sobre la desaparición de Kierra Coles, llame al Servicio de Inspección Postal de EE. UU. al 877-876-2455 y proporcione un número de identificación del caso, 2693502-WPV. O llame a la Unidad de Víctimas Especiales de la Policía de Chicago al 312-747-8274.Find us everywhere: https://linktr.ee/attwgpodGet episodes early and ad-free on Patreon: https://patreon.com/attwgpodMerch store: https://www.teepublic.com/stores/attwgpodFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blog:https://andthentheyweregone.com/blogListen to our DarkCast Network friends, A Little Wicked on your favorite podcast app! https://alittlewickedpodcast.webador.com/https://abc7chicago.com/kierra-coles-chicago-missing-reward-police/11044939/https://www.nbcchicago.com/investigations/exclusive-kierra-coles-disappearance-woman-in-video-played-nationwide-wasnt-her-mother-says/2428527/https://www.chicagotribune.com/visuals/ct-viz-kierra-coles-missing-postal-worker-photos-20211004-krmxt4ficrct7nza7o42rsvfpu-photogallery.htmlhttps://www.facebook.com/profile/100035365911804/search/?q=timelinehttps://www.postnewsgroup.com/kierra-coles-young-pregnant-black-and-still-missing/https://ourblackgirls.com/2021/03/03/kierra-coles-missing-pregnant-chicago/https://charleyproject.org/case/kierra-michelle-coleshttps://time.com/5429437/kierra-coles-missing-chicago/https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/missing-in-america/chicago-police-narrow-down-persons-interest-disappearance-expectant-mother-kierra-n981976https://storiesoftheunsolved.com/2020/07/19/the-disappearance-of-kierra-coles/https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/kierra-coles-case-chicago-postal-worker-missing-for-3-years-friday-is-her-birthdayhttps://www.websleuths.com/forums/threads/il-kierra-coles-27-pregnant-chicago-2-oct-2018.394057/

Long Summary: The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is responsible for protecting the Postal Service's employees, infrastructure, and customers by enforcing laws that prevent people from using the Postal Service to commit crimes. As America's first federal law enforcement agency, the Postal Inspection Service has a long proud history of fighting crime against those who would attack our postal system.In this episode, our hosts are joined by Chief Postal Inspector Gary Barksdale to learn about the incredible role of the Postal Inspection Service, tips on what you can do to avoid becoming a victim of mail fraud, and the various careers available at the Postal Inspection Service.United States Postal Inspection Service (uspis.gov)

For the past few years, we have all heard about scams, spam, and hacks. We constantly hear about identity theft. Here in Central Ohio, another type of scam has reached critical levels – the financial exploitation of older adults. In this episode, we're going to hear more about this issue and how we can protect our vulnerable seniors. We welcome from the Franklin Office on Aging, Orvell Johns, Director of the Agency, and Caroline Rankin, Assistant Director of Support Services. Our primary message in this episode is defining, pinpointing, and reporting presumed cases of financial exploitation. Director Johns defines financial exploitation for us and describes the extent of this crime in Central Ohio. FCOA has a campaign through adult protective services to fight the financial exploitation of seniors. Caroline goes over more details on this campaign What are the signs which may be evident? How do we report such cases? What is the process of reporting? And then to close out the episode, Director Johns talks about 2022 projects underway at Franklin County Office on Aging. National Center on Elder Abuse http://www.ncea.acl.gov/ (www.ncea.acl.gov) State Resources: Helplines, Hotlines, and Information. FBI http://www.fbi.gov/ (www.fbi.gov) Provides information on fraud schemes and how to avoid them. National Center for Victims of Crime– http://www.victimsofcrime.org/ (www.victimsofcrime.org) Financial Crime Resource Center Helps victims of financial crime recover their assets and recover control of their lives. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau http://www.consumerfinance.gov/ (www.consumerfinance.gov) Ensures that consumers get the information they need to make sound financial decisions.  Federal Trade Commission http://www.ftc.gov/ (www.ftc.gov) Protects consumers from unfair, deceptive, and fraudulent business practices. Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force http://www.stopfraud.gov/ (www.stopfraud.gov) Investigates suspected financial fraud. Postal Inspection Service http://www.postalinspectors.uspis.gov/ (www.postalinspectors.uspis.gov) Investigates domestic and international fraud which uses the U.S. Mail. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) http://www.investor.gov/ (www.investor.gov) Investigates securities and investment fraud. 1-800-732-0330 U.S. Administration on Aging http://www.eldercare.gov/ (www.eldercare.gov) In partnership with the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging We would love to hear from you. Email us at hello@lookingforwardourway.com. Find us on https://www.facebook.com/lookingforwardourway/ (Facebook). https://g.page/looking-forward-our-way/review?gm (Please review our podcast on Google!) And of course, everything can be found on our website, https://my.captivate.fm/www.lookingforwardourway.com (Looking Forward Our Way.) Recorded in Studio C at https://my.captivate.fm/www.channel511.com (511 Studios). A production of https://my.captivate.fm/www.circle270media.com (Circle270Media Podcast Consultants).

Linda tells us about a missing person case that hits home. In October 2018, the 27-year old woman took time off of work and never returned for her scheduled shift. Then Josh shares some history about a ship that was bigger than the Titanic! It's now a tourist attraction, and he also talks about some of its famous hauntings. Stay tuned for Josh's part two next week!If you have any information about Kierra, please contact  (the phone number for Chicago PD will vary due to the area)Information about this episode will also be posted on our social media.Chicago PD (area South): 312.747.5789 or call 312.747.8274U.S. Postal Inspection Service: 877.876.2455Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/kc.support)

Which federal agencies are involved in the investigation of mortgage fraud? Federal & Government Mortgage Fraud Prevention Agencies Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) ... Federal Trade Commission (FTC) ... Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac. ... U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) ... U.S. Postal Inspection Service. ... U.S. Secret Service. ... Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) Secret Service: Real Estate Wire Fraud On The Rise - some have reported thousands of dollars going missing in a matter of mere seconds. According to a news report from News 6 ClickOrlando, one Central Florida resident lost the $50,000 down payment they planned to use on a home, while another lost upwards of $160,000, but how? According to an alert issued by the Secret Service, cybercriminals will impersonate mortgage lenders and send either completely fictitious or altered mortgage payoff statements to title companies. From there, title companies follow the wiring instructions included in the scam emails and wire funds to accounts controlled by the cybercriminals. Wes Stricklen, a Volusia County realtor for 7 years, spoke to News Daytona Beach and said communication between sellers, banks, and lenders can help prevent most of these problems. “Communicate directly with the title company to get a secured email for the wiring instructions,” said Stricklen. “When it's time to send the wire, go to their bank, have their banker call the title company, have the title company read the wiring instructions, and make sure it matches with what was in the email.” Similarly, double-check the email addresses that message you. Some email addresses may look legitimate, even using a name you may recognize, but the end of the address may be different. Wire Transfer Scheme Targets Mortgage Payoffs, Secret Service Warns - The Secret Service provided the following tips to help prevent the fraud: Update policies and procedures to ensure proper verification of information before releasing funds. Independently obtain mortgage payoff statements and confirm with verified and trusted sources. Independently verify the authenticity of information included in correspondence and statement. Do not rely on third parties, such as mortgagors or other transaction participant, for information. Restrict wire transfers to known and previously verified accounts. Pay using checks when the information cannot be independently verified. Have a clear and detailed Incident Response Plan. ALTA has developed a Rapid Response Plan for Wire Fraud Incidents. Access the plan, as well as other wire fraud resources, here. Report financial crime by contacting a U.S. Secret Service Field Office.

Episode 49 of the podcast welcomes Tom Sylvester, a former tight end at FAU who is now serving as a federal agent with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, the oldest the oldest operating federal law enforcement agency in the United States. Sylvester sits down with Dan Lundy to explain how football helped him compete in the professional world, his college football career, stepping away from the game sooner than planned, impactful coaches, and acknowledging time is a resource we cannot replace. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Expectant mother Kierra Coles went missing while 3 months pregnant without a trace. Here are the details and current updates of her case. If you have any details to help with her case please call U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 877-876-2455 and say 'Law Enforcement. You can also contact the Chicago Police Department. You may be eligible for a reward for up to $50,000 just please let's do what we can to help find them. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ctwafd/support

Don't get tricked into becoming a money mule. Learn what a money mule is, how bad guys can trick you into becoming one, and steps to take if you think you or someone you know might be a money mule. Interview with TK Kitts, Redbeard Intelligence & Investigations   Where to report money mules/suspicious activity: Publicly: FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at https://ic3.gov , and directly contact your local FBI field office https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices . Federal Trade Commission – Report Fraud: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/ U.S. Postal Inspection Service www.uspis.gov/money-mule ,or call 1-877-876-2455. Privately: Redbeard Intelligence & Investigations - https://redbeardpi.com/tips or email tips@redbeardpi.com - Reports are shared with their law enforcement partners.

When someone brutally murdered the postmistress of Ruby, Alaska, a small village on the Yukon River, the Alaska State Troopers believed they had a ‘locked-room” mystery on their hands. They suspected one of the villagers of killing Agnes Wright. After all, there are only two ways into and out of Ruby: either by boat on the Yukon River or by air travel on a small bush plane. Neither method of transportation is inconspicuous to or from a village where everyone knows everyone else, and a stranger’s presence warrants stares and whispers. Since the troopers heard no credible accounts of a stranger in town on the day of the murder, they began with the premise that one of the villagers committed the crime. But who in this small village hated Agnes Wright enough to beat her savagely and then shoot her? Sources: Historic Ruby  1996 Postmaster. Behind the Badge. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service. Smithsonian U.S. Postal Museum. https://postalmuseum.si.edu/exhibition/behind-the-badge-case-histories-assaults-and-murders/1996-postmaster Murphy, Kim. 8-2-1996. Murder in a Town Full of Suspects. Los Angeles Times.                             https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1996-08-02-mn-30531-story.html More Details Emerge in Killing of Postmaster. 7-19-1996. Daily Sitka Senitinel. https://www.newspapers.com/clip/10310101/more-details-emerge-in-killing-of/         _________________________________________________________________________________ NEW BOOK RELEASE   Watch the trailer to learn more about this non-fiction wildlife book.   ____________________________________________________________________________ Join me on: Facebook Instagram Twitter LinkedIn Visit my website at http://robinbarefield.com Check out my books at Author Masterminds ______________________________________________________________________________________ Robin Barefield is the author of four Alaska wilderness mystery novels, Big Game, Murder Over Kodiak, The Fisherman’s Daughter, and Karluk Bones. Sign up to subscribe to her free, monthly newsletter on true murder and mystery in Alaska.        

Good Morning Veterans, Family, and Friends, welcome back to the TWENTY-FIRST EPISODE of the Veteran Doctor. On this week's episode, we will discuss Scams Targeting Veterans. We will also have our Veteran News, so stick around for some great stuff ahead in our program! Veterans deserve many things: Praise. Honor. Security. Respect. Here’s what they don’t deserve: attempts to take advantage of their service. Yet every day, scammers attempt to swindle our veterans of their hard-earned benefits, steal their identity, take their life savings, and worse. According to an AARP survey, veterans are twice as likely to fall victim to scams as the population at large. Some scammers offer veterans the opportunity to refinance Veterans Affairs (VA) loans at extremely low rates. Others will pose as government agencies in order to access personal information, or offer lump sum payments up front, in exchange for signing over all their future monthly benefit checks. There have even been instances where scammers will create fake charities that target veterans or pretend to be old friends offering “sure thing” investments. Why are veterans so susceptible to these particular scams? For starters, veterans implicitly trust fellow members of the military, making them vulnerable to imposters claiming to be veterans themselves. Sometimes, because of their military experiences, veterans also find it more difficult to recognize and combat the emotional manipulation used by scam artists. That’s why the U.S. Postal Inspection Service and AARP joined forces to create Operation Protect Veterans, and provide valuable information and resources that veterans, their loved ones, and their friends can use to help protect against scammers. Together, we can fight back and take one small step to repay our veterans for the service they’ve given and the sacrifices they’ve made. Secret Veteran Benefits Scam Veterans are told they qualify for “secret” government programs or benefits that offer thousands of dollars – but first, they attempt to collect personal information or a fee. Fake Charitable Giving Request Scammers make fraudulent claims about charities benefitting wounded service members. Benefits Buyout Offer Scammers take advantage of veterans in need by offering a quick upfront buyout – usually at a fraction of the value – of future disability or pension payments. Veterans Affairs (VA) Loan Scams Scammers offer to refinance Veterans Affairs loans at extremely low rates. Bogus Employment Scam Scammers post fake job descriptions to collect personal information from a veteran’s job application, or they charge an employment fee. Fraudulent Records Offer Scammers try to charge veterans a fee to access military records or government forms—information that is actually available for free through the National Archives (for military records) and VA.gov or local Veterans Affairs offices (for forms). Veteran Affairs (VA) Phishing Scam Scammers pose as Veterans Affairs employees to get access to personal information. Update your File Scam An imposter claiming to be from a government agency attempts to get a veteran’s personal information to “update their file” so they can maintain their benefits. Aid and Attendance Scam Veterans (or their family members) receive an offer to move their assets into a living trust so that they can qualify for financial assisted-living benefits. Veterans Choice Program Scam Scammers set up a phone number nearly identical to the number veterans dial to find out if they are eligible to use approved health care providers outside of the Veterans Affairs system. Veterans call the fake number and a message prompts them to leave their credit card information in return for a rebate. Make sure to dial the correct number for the VCP: 866-606-8198. GI Bill Education Marketing Scam Scammers use deceptive marketing tactics and provide false information to push expensive for-profit educational institutions to veterans seeking to take advantage of the GI Bill for college courses. The Veterans Affairs offers a comparison tool to help you locate a school and determine your benefits. Visitwww.vets.gov/education/gi-bill. Special Deals for Veterans Scam Scammers offer special discounts for veterans on a range of products, like loans and car purchases, but the products aren’t discounted at all, or they don’t actually exist. Rental Scam A scammer posts a fake rental property on a classified ad website offering discounts for active duty military and veterans. Once they have your security deposit, you find out there is no rental property and your money is gone. Romance/”Catfishing” Scam Scammers steal a veteran’s photo and create a phony profile on a dating site to “catfish” singles looking for love. Most Common Scams Targeting Veterans, by State Alaska Credit Card 2. Charity 3. VA Loan/Tech Support Alabama Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. Charity Arkansas Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Arizona Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax California Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Colorado Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Connecticut Credit Card 2. Tech Support/IRS Tax 3. Charity DC Credit Card/IRS Tax 2. VA Loan/Tech Support 3. Phishing/Charity Deleware Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Florida Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Georgia Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Hawaii Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Iowa Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Charity Idaho Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax/Charity Illinois Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Indiana Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Kansas Tech Support 2. Credit Card 3. IRS Tax/Charity Kentucky IRS Tax 2. Credit Card 3. Charity Louisiana Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Massachusetts Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. Charity Maryland Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Maine Credit Card 2. Tech Support/IRS Tax 3. Charity/Other Michigan Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Charity Minnesota Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Missouri Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Mississippi Tech Support 2. Charity/Credit Card 3. IRS Tax Montana Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax North Carolina Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax North Dakota Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. Charity Nebraska Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax/Charity New Hampshire Tech Support 2. Credit Card 3. IRS Tax New Jersey Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax New Mexico Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Nevada Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax New York Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Ohio Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Oklahoma Tech Support 2. Credit Card 3. IRS Tax Oregon Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Pennsylvania Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Puerto Rico Other 2. Phishing/VA Loan 3. Credit Card Rhode Island Credit Card 2. IRS Tax/Charity 3. Tech Support South Carolina Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax South Dakota Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Tennessee Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Texas Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Utah Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. Charity Virginia Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Tech Support Vermont Tech Support 2. Credit Card/Charity 3. IRS Tax Washington Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Wisconsin Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax West Virginia Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Wyoming Credit Card 2. IRS Tax 3. Charity/Phishing Unknown Credit Card 2. Tech Support 3. IRS Tax Here what you should never do in these situations: Don’t give personal information Don’t give any personal information over the phone. This includes bank account numbers, credit card numbers and your Social Security number. Don’t send money Don’t send/wire money or gift cards to anyone you don’t know well. Don’t feel pressured Don’t be pressured to act immediately. If you are dealing with a legitimate outfit, they won’t try to pressure you to act before having a chance to check it out and think about it. If they do, just say “no” and hang up. These are things you should always do in these situations Consult a friend Check out the offer with a trusted family member, friend or your local veteran’s affairs office before acting. Check the security Verify any charity asking for money before sending it. There are several online services veterans can use, such as the Better Business Bureau, Charity Navigator, CharityWatch and GuideStar. Do your homework Get credible information on how to qualify for veterans’ benefits by contacting your state veterans’ affairs agency. Visit www.nasdva.us, for additional information.

Prosecutors offer a plea deal to the two girls involved in the Mohammad Anwar murder. Supreme Court rules against juveniles facing criminal charges and Justice Thomas drops some spice. The United States Postal Service is spying you (just like every other government agency). Updates on Kyle Rittenhouse as former Virginia police officer Lieutenant William Kelly is fired for donating to his defense fund. And more! Join criminal defense lawyer Robert F. Gruler in a discussion on the latest legal, criminal and political news, including:• Two minor girls charged in the killing of Mohammad Anwar receive a plea deal from Washington D.C. Prosecutors.• Mohammad Anwar was killed in early April after an attempted carjacking after two young girls tased the UberEats driver.• Prosecutors offer the girls a less serious charge to second-degree murder with a weapon charges instead of the original felony murder.• Supreme Court issues new opinion in Jones v. Mississippi that rejects restrictions on juvenile criminal penalties.• In a vote of 6-3, the Court ruled that courts do not need to find “incorrigibility” before sending a juvenile offender to life.• Excerpts from the opinion, including Judges Kavanaugh, Sotomayor and Thomas.• U.S. Postal Service is running secret spying program checking in on planned protests.• Review of the intelligence summary and analysis from U.S. Postal Inspection Service.• According to the summary, the USPS is corroborating spying data with Facebook and other services.• Kyle Rittenhouse update as donation information leaks and people lose their jobs and privacy.• Former Virginia police officers loses his job over the donations after Police Department fires him.• Norfolk City Manager releases statements about the firing of Lieutenant William Kelly.• Kyle Rittenhouse's next court is scheduled for a final-pretrial conference on May 21st, 2021 at 10 a.m.• Your questions from Locals.com after each segment!LIVECHAT QUESTIONS:• https://watchingthewatchers.locals.com/​NEW! EXISTENCE SYSTEMS ONLINE COURSE!• www.existencesystems.comConnect with us:• Locals! https://watchingthewatchers.locals.com​• Podcast (audio): https://watchingthewatchers.buzzsprou...​• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/robertgruleresq​• Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RobertGrulerEsq​• Robert Gruler Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/RobertGrule...​• Miss Faith Instagram https://www.instagram.com/faithie_joy/​• Clubhouse: @RobertGrulerEsq @faith_joy• Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/robertgruleresq​• Homepage with transcripts (under construction): https://www.watchingthewatchers.tv​Don't forget to join us on Locals! https://watchingthewatchers.locals.com​Why Locals? We head over to Locals to continue the conversation before, during and after the show. You can also grab the slides (and other stuff) from the show as well as a free PDF copy of Robert's book which is also available to buy on Amazon here: https://rcl.ink/hHB​Other tips? Send to tips@rrlawaz.com or tag @RobertGrulerEsq on twitter.#WatchingtheWatchers​ #SCOTUS​ #Rittenhouse​ #SupremeCourt​ #SelfDefense​ #USPS​ #Spying​ #DomesticSpying

Ransomware operators begin timing their releases for more reputational damage. Another gang is equipping its ransomware with scripts to disable defenses, and yet another is now into stock shorting. The US Postal Inspection Service is apparently monitoring social media. GCHQ’s head warns of the dangers of becoming dependent on China’s technology. Johannes Ullrich from SANS on Commodity Malware Targeting Enterprises. Our guest is Etay Maor from Cato with some of the clever ways criminals avoid detection. And it’s not just sharks interested in undersea cables. For links to all of today's stories check out our CyberWire daily news brief: https://www.thecyberwire.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/10/78

Mike Romano from the U.S. Postal Inspection Service joins Jeff to discuss the problem of porch pirates during the Christmas season, online scams and the threat they pose to seniors and our veterans.

Regular Overdrive readers may well recall the case of a William Hickey of Maryland last year -- Hickey was convicted of operating as a U.S. runner for a mostly overseas ring of identity thieves targeting both brokers and carriers in a double-brokering scheme that's sucking hundreds of thousands in freight payments out of trucking. In today's edition of Overdrive Radio, U.S. postal inspector Steve Cohen of the federal U.S. Postal Inspection Service offers clarity on how the scheme operates, and just what brokers and carriers can do to put a stop to it. As he well knows, Hickey's capture and conviction was just a blip -- as the scheme is still well in operation as thieves adapt. Given limitations on extradition in the countries where these rings operate, Cohen and his team, including local and state partners around the nation, are mostly limited themselves to targeting the money launderers operating here. Over the phone lines where the ID thieves ply their trade, though, it's you that can have the biggest impact. Read more about these issues via our early 2020 "Broker Reforms" feature series: http://overdriveonline.com/tag/broker-reforms Subscribe to Overdrive's newsletter for daily updates five days a week: http://overdriveonline.com/newsletter-signup

At the top of the show Mark talks to former Assistant U.S. Attorney Glenn Kirschner who breaks down Steve Bannon's arrest (which was handled by the Postal Inspection Service, also known as the Post Office Police...as Mark calls it, "poetic justice"). We then get to hear from two of the keynote DNC speakers: first is Tennessee State Senator Raumesh Akbari on Marquida Bradshaw making history as the first black woman to be the nominee for a major party in a statewide race in Tennessee, followed by Congressman Malcolm Kenyatta on Black men, criminal justice, and Senator Kamala Harris.Executive Producer: Adell ColemanProducer: Brittany TempleDistributor: DCP EntertainmentFor additional content: makeitplain.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

President Donald Trump’s former chief strategist, Steve Bannon, was pulled from a luxury yacht and arrested Thursday on allegations that he and three associates ripped off donors trying to fund a southern border wall, making him the latest in a long list of Trump allies to be charged with a crime.The organisers of the “We Build The Wall” group portrayed themselves as eager to help the president build a “big beautiful” barrier along the U.S.-Mexico border, as he promised during the 2016 campaign. They raised more than $25 million from thousands of donors and pledged that 100% of the money would be used for the project.But according to the criminal charges unsealed Thursday, much of the money never made it to the wall. Instead, it was used to line the pockets of group members, including Bannon, who served in Trump's White House and worked for his campaign. He allegedly took over $1 million, using some to secretly pay co-defendant Brian Kolfage, the founder of the project, and to cover hundreds of thousands of dollars in personal expenses.Hours after his arrest, Bannon pleaded not guilty during an appearance in a Manhattan federal court. He is the latest addition to a startlingly long list of Trump associates who have been prosecuted, including his former campaign chair, Paul Manafort, whom Bannon replaced, his longtime lawyer, Michael Cohen, and his former national security adviser, Michael Flynn.Trump has also made clear that he is willing to use his near-limitless pardon power to help political allies escape legal jeopardy, most recently commuting the sentence of longtime political adviser Roger Stone.Bannon was taken into custody around 7 a.m. by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service on a 150-foot (45-meter) luxury yacht called Lady May, which was off the coast of Connecticut, authorities said. The boat is owned by exiled Chinese billionaire Guo Wengui and currently for sale for nearly $28 million. According to Marine Traffic, a commercial tracking service, the vessel's transponder signal went dark on June 17, shortly after it departed a port in Connecticut en route to Miami, potentially indicating its beacon was inoperable or had been turned off.At his hearing, Bannon appeared by video with his hands cuffed in front of him and a white mask covering most of his face. He rocked back and forth on a chair in a holding cell with his lawyers on the telephone. The magistrate judge approved Bannon’s release on $5 million bail, secured by $1.75 million in assets.Neither Bannon, nor his spokesperson or attorney responded to requests for comment Thursday. Kolfage did not respond either. Also charged were Andrew Badolato and Timothy Shea, the owner of an energy drink company called Winning Energy. The company's cans feature a cartoon superhero image of Trump and claim to contain “12 oz. of liberal tears.” Shea appeared at a brief virtual hearing in Denver.Other prominent members of the wall group included former Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach, its general counsel; Erik Prince, founder of the controversial security firm Blackwater; former Republican Rep. Tom Tancredo of Colorado; and former major league baseball pitcher Curtis Schilling. They were not named in the indictment.After the arrest, Trump quickly distanced himself from Bannon and the project.“When I read about it, I didn’t like it. I said this is for government, this isn’t for private people. And it sounded to me like showboating,” he told reporters at the White House, adding that he felt “very badly" about the situation.An immigration plan unveiled by Trump last year included a proposal to allow the public to donate toward his long-promised wall, as the Kolfage group had originally said was its mission before shifting its focus to private construction. But Trump later denounced the project publicly, tweeting last month that he “disagreed with doing this very small (tiny) section of wall, in a tricky area, by a private group which raised money by ads” and...

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On October 2nd, 2018 - Kierra Coles, a young, pregnant U.S. postal worker, disappeared without a trace from her Chicago neighborhood. Since then there have been desperate pleas for help, but the case remains unsolved, with more questions than answers. Anyone with information on Kierra's whereabouts is asked to call the Chicago Police Department's Area South Special Victims Unit at (312) 747-8274 or the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at (877) 876-2455. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On October 2nd, 2018 - Kierra Coles, a young, pregnant U.S. postal worker, disappeared without a trace from her Chicago neighborhood. Since then there have been desperate pleas for help, but the case remains unsolved, with more questions than answers.Anyone with information on Kierra’s whereabouts is asked to call the Chicago Police Department’s Area South Special Victims Unit at (312) 747-8274 or the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at (877) 876-2455.

On this podcast, Tom Brady welcomes Julie Kenney, Public Information Representative for the US Postal Inspection Service.

  Bio   CJ Johnson is an award-winning creative entrepreneur, speaker and internet personality. First known as the go-to “branding guru” supporting hundreds of startups and Fortune 500 companies worldwide with his impactful creative strategies to cultivating hundreds of thousands of social media followers as an influential millennial voice in the fight against social media depression. Currently based in Los Angeles and New York, CJ is best known for his work in next-generation marketing that includes: creative strategies, the future of work, diversity and inclusion, and influencer marketing. He was first introduced to the world of business and marketing early in his career but it soared to new heights during the explosion of the startup movement and as the YouTube generation reshaped the industries of the world. Using his professional creative skills, he broke down racial barriers and became a strong voice in the Silicon Beach movement. After successful ventures overseeing marketing/publicity for several on-demand mobiles apps and startups, he went on to pursue his entrepreneurial passion by creating the digital agency, Januel+Johnson. After a couple of successful years with the agency, CJ and his partner decided to part ways to pursue their own personal passions. CJ has helped a total of over 128+ Startups, Entrepreneurs, and Fortune 500 companies worldwide find success with effective growth strategies. He now focuses on his primary mission of supporting and inspiring YOU to chase after YOUR dreams.   Resources   cjjohnsonjr.com   News Roundup   Twitter takes down violent tweet from Texas state lawmaker   Twitter took down the tweet of a Texas state lawmaker for violating Twitter’s policy against promoting violence. The Republican legislator, Briscoe Cain, wrote that his “AR is ready for you” after presidential candidate Beto O’Rourke tweeted “Hell yes, we’re going to take your AR-15s”. O’Rourke called Cain’s tweet a death threat.   Intercept: NRA increased Facebook ad spending after El Paso, Dayton shootings   The Intercept reported that the National Rifle Association increased its spending on Facebook ads following last month’s shootings in El Paso and Dayton, in which 32 total people were killed. The Intercept reported that the NRA’s Facebook spending reached a high point of $29,000 on August 18th, with $360,000 spent on ads in the month following the attacks. Compared to just $9,400 during the month prior.   Hundreds arrested in global wire scam   The DOJ announced the arrest of 281 individuals worldwide who were allegedly co-conspirators in a pervasive wire scam targeting banks and their customers. The Hill reports that the scammers target bank employees with access to financial information, whom they then persuade to transfer funds to a fraudulent account. More than half the arrests were made in Nigeria but law enforcement officials also made arrests in the UK, Turkey, Japan and several other countries. The DOJ conducted the operation—dubbed Operation ReWired—along with the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, Departments of Homeland Security, State, and Treasury.   Facebook announces efforts to prevent triggering self-harm   Facebook announced its efforts to prevent self-harm as part of its participation in World Suicide Prevention Day last Tuesday. The company said it’ll be hiring a health and well-being expert, as well as seek to explore ways to share relevant data with the public that could be used to prevent self harm. Also, Facebook will no longer allow triggering content, such as images of self-harm or cutting.   Facebook penalizes Netanyahu’s Facebook page for hate speech   Finally, Facebook suspended a chatbot on Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Facebook page. The chat bot promised site visitors that Netanyahu would pursue a right wing agenda against quote “Arabs who want to destroy us all”. Facebook suspended the bot for 24 hours and promised to take additional action if they detect any further violations.

In a Texas suburb, a typical lottery scam has turned into something much more sinister. A scammer has promised a retired couple a fictitious lottery payout if they continue to send him money for fees and taxes. With their life savings gone, the victims are forced to sell their home. But the swindler isn't done with them yet, as his constant calls have created a bond between him and the 70-year-old woman, who may be suffering from dementia. He realizes that she has grown fond of him and pivots from a lottery to a romance scam. He promises her a beautiful life together on the sandy beaches of Jamaica, where he's based. The con man tells her that all he needs is money in order to start building an oceanfront dream home that they can share. To come up with the funds, he proposes a disturbing plan. He demands that she kill her husband and flee to Jamaica with the proceeds of their home sale. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service, which has been monitoring a trail of cash making its way from the U.S. to the scammer in Jamaica, discovers the couple in Texas and sends an agent to their home. When the agent arrives, little does he know he's about to walk into a murder plot.

Operation Wire Wire, a coordinated law enforcement effort by the U.S. Department of Justice, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Department of the Treasury, and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, was conducted over a six-month period and resulted in 74 arrests in the United States and overseas, including 29 in Nigeria and 3 in Canada, Mauritius, and Poland. The operation also resulted in the seizure of nearly $2.4 million and the disruption and recovery of approximately $14 million in fraudulent wire transfers. In this podcast, Anne Connell, a researcher in the SEI’s CERT Division, discusses recent business email compromise (BEC) attacks, including the one at the center of Operation Wire Wire and another attack involving a Texas energy company. Connell also offers guidance on how individuals and organizations can protect themselves from these sophisticated new modes of attack.

On October 2, 2018, 26-year-old Kierra Coles walked out of her home on the South Side of Chicago in her postal uniform and vanished into thin air. At the time of Kierra’s disappearance she was three months pregnant which means her baby would have been due in April. No one has seen or heard from Kierra in months and the family is desperate to find Kierra and her child as quickly as possible. The postal service has offered a reward of $28,000 for any information leading to the whereabouts of Kierra and her young child. For more information on this story, please follow the links below: abcnews.go.com/US/Kierra Coles; nbcnews.com/Kierra Coles; Newsone.com/Kierra Coles. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Kierra, please contact the U.S. Postal Inspection Service @ (877) 876-2455 Case #2693502-WPV or the Chicago Police Department @ (312) 747-8274 - you can remain anonymous. If you don’t feel comfortable contacting the police or postal service, please email your tip to mrg.podcast1@gmail.com.

FBI, CIA, AFT…USPIS? It’s not an alphabet agency that is often brought up in conversation around DC Beltway. However, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service was founded almost 100 years prior to the FBI and almost 150 years before the CIA. Their mission is to “support and protect the U.S. Postal Service, its employees, infrastructure, and customers by enforcing the laws that defend the nation's mail system from illegal or dangerous use.” Today’s guest is a current U.S. Postal Inspector and Marine Veteran Carroll Harris. He is the first guest to reach out to ask to be on the show, so he can get information out to Veterans. Operation Protect Veterans is an effort by the Postal Inspection Service to prevent crimes and scams within the mail system that are targeting the Veteran population. In addition, Carroll is a historian in the Marine Corps Reserve. He is attached to the Marine Corps History Division and is tasked with going on deployments to record Marine Corps history in times of conflict. In the episode, he covers how he was “drafted” into the history division in Kuwait, right before the Marine Corps crossed the Kuwaiti-Iraqi border during 2003’s Operation Enduring Freedom. Additional Links to This Episode: https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/ https://postalinspectors.uspis.gov/radDocs/OPV.html https://bit.ly/2DucCtZ https://bit.ly/2W3Rkum https://bit.ly/2VlZelB Mission Act Links: https://bit.ly/2D8czDE https://bit.ly/2IDLZXH https://bit.ly/2Zw2uKw #BtBattle Veteran of the Week: Army Veteran Ellen Ainsworth https://www.blogs.va.gov/VAntage/58675/veteranoftheday-ellen-ainsworth/

Rosanna Robertson, program manager at Department of Homeland Security’s Science and Technology Directorate, Manuel Garza, acting director of the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism at Customs and Border Protection and Brandon Callahan, liaison to the Office of Nation Drug Control Policy at U.S. Postal Inspection Service, discuss how government organizations are teaming up for the Opioid Detection Challenge, and how technology is being used to detect illegal drugs entering the United States. Todd Tucker, vice president and general manager of the Technology Business Management Council, discusses the new playbook from the General Services Administration and Department of Education, detailing steps for government agencies to take to succeed with TBM. Nick Wakeman, editor of Washington Technology, and Carten Cordell, staff reporter at Washington Business Journal, discuss GSA’s growing role in federal IT acquisition, and how they’re working to streamline the procurement process.

March 3rd kicks off National Consumer Projection Week and Loraine speaks with Reginald Wade Jr., United States Postal Inspection Service Inspector and Team Leader about some ingenious scams targeting foreign students, executives looking for jobs, veterans and of course there are the romance scams.https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/features/national-consumer-protection-week

Hear the 911 call from the armed robbery on Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2018 at the U.S. Post Office in Immokalee. At about 6:30 a.m., four unknown black males armed with handguns entered the Immokalee Post Office, 810 N. 15th St., according to a news release from the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

Watch Julia Allen discuss the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) (Case Study) from the SEI Virtual Event, CERT® Operational Resilience: Manage, Protect and Sustain    

CNN journalists Melanie Hickens and Blake Ellis have spent years investigating psychic Maria Duval. Letters in her name were sent to millions around the globe promising psychic protection in exchange for money. In 2016, the U.S. Postal Inspection Service permanently shut down the fraud scheme in the United States, but investigators have yet to find Maria, leaving Melanie and Blake to wonder whether she even exists.

Retired agent Max Noel served nearly 31 years with the FBI. In this episode of FBI Retired Case File Review with Jerri Williams, Noel is interviewed about the Unabomber Terrorist Ted Kaczynski case. For 15 years, multiple agencies, including the FBI, AFT, the Postal Inspection Service and numerous state and local police departments, worked mostly independently to identified and arrest the person responsible for setting off 16 bombs throughout the United States that killed three and seriously maimed and injured several victims.  Noel, who was planning to retire just prior to being hand-picked for the assignment, was selected as the investigative squad supervisor for a new task force created by then Attorney General Janet Reno and FBI Director Louie Freeh.  FBI management supported Noel and his multi-agency team with a strategy to manage the massive manpower and paper intensive major investigation—code-named Unabomber— that had previously frustrated and overwhelmed all involved.  Ted Kaczynski name was among the huge list of potential suspects. As luck would have it, the Unabomber’s anonymity was finally cracked when Kaczynski released his infamous manifesto. Noel and other members of the taskforce received the Attorney General's Award for Distinguish Service for their efforts. Noel, along with Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Jim Freeman and Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) Terry D. Turchie, wrote a book, Unabomber: How the FBI Broke Its Own Rules to Capture the Terrorist Ted Kaczynski, about how, after 17 years, they finally identified, captured, and convicted the notorious Unabomber.

Retired agent Max Noel served nearly 31 years with the FBI. In this episode of FBI Retired Case File Review with Jerri Williams, Noel is interviewed about the Unabomber Terrorist Ted Kaczynski case. For 15 years, multiple agencies, including the FBI, AFT, the Postal Inspection Service and numerous state and local police departments, worked mostly independently to identified and arrest the person responsible for setting off 16 bombs throughout the United States that killed three and seriously maimed and injured several victims.  Noel, who was planning to retire just prior to being hand-picked for the assignment, was selected as the investigative squad supervisor for a new task force created by then Attorney General Janet Reno and FBI Director Louie Freeh.  FBI management supported Noel and his multi-agency team with a strategy to manage the massive manpower and paper intensive major investigation—code-named Unabomber— that had previously frustrated and overwhelmed all involved. Ted Kaczynski name was among the huge list of potential suspects. As luck would have it, the Unabomber’s anonymity was finally cracked when Kaczynski released his infamous manifesto. Noel and other members of the taskforce received the Attorney General's Award for Distinguish Service for their efforts. Noel, along with Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Jim Freeman and Assistant Special Agent in Charge (ASAC) Terry D. Turchie, wrote a book, Unabomber: How the FBI Broke Its Own Rules to Capture the Terrorist Ted Kaczynski, about how, after almost 17 years, they finally identified, captured, and convicted the notorious Unabomber.

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This is a SCAM ALERT on the newest work-at-home scheme to bilk consumers out of their money. Be alert, be aware. The Postal Inspection Service is keeping consumers updated on the latest scam where fraudsters use legitimate business names to pull consumers into their scheme.

Welcome to Part 2 of a two part series between AARP and the Postal Inspection Service designed to educate listeners on consumer fraud. This was taped during National Consumer Protection Week, and is now being shared in our continued efforts to keep consumers safe from scammers.

Welcome to Part 1 of a two part series between AARP and the Postal Inspection Service designed to educate listeners on consumer fraud. This was taped during National Consumer Protection Week, and is now being shared in our continued efforts to keep consumers safe from scammers.

CERT-RMM can be used to establish and meet resilience requirements for a wide range and diverse set of business objectives. Related Courses Introduction to the CERT Resilience Management Model CERT Resilience Management Model (CERT-RMM) Users Group Workshop Series Listen on Apple Podcasts.

This episode was originally released February 10, 2022. Kierra is still missing, but her case is extremely solvable. Please share and help get the word out so we can get her back in the news and force law enforcement to act.Everything was going Kierra Coles's way. She had a good-paying job with the United States Postal Service, she had just bought a car, and she had gotten her own apartment that she was sharing with her boyfriend. They had even decided to start a family. In October of 2018, Kierra was three months pregnant and loving life. But one day, Kierra disappeared. What followed was an investigation that offered up more questions than answers, including a last sighting that may not have been the last time she was seen at all. Kierra's family is still searching for their daughter and her unborn child, and we're hoping that you can help get them justice.Anyone who has any information on Kierra Coles's disappearance, please call the U.S. Postal Inspection Service at 877-876-2455 and provide a case identification number, 2693502-WPV. Or, call the Chicago Police Special Victims Unit at 312-747-8274.Cualquier persona que tenga información sobre la desaparición de Kierra Coles, llame al Servicio de Inspección Postal de EE. UU. al 877-876-2455 y proporcione un número de identificación del caso, 2693502-WPV. O llame a la Unidad de Víctimas Especiales de la Policía de Chicago al 312-747-8274.Subscribe to Day by Day: True Crime StoriesBuy the ebook! - And Then They Were Gone: True Stories of Those Who Went Missing and Never Came HomeSubmit a caseFind us everywhereGet episodes early and ad-free on PatreonMerch storeFor a full list of our sources, please visit our blogOur Sponsors:* Check out Avocado Green Mattress: https://avocadogreenmattress.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code ATTWG for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy