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PHILADELPHIA, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the arrest this week of three Philadelphia men and a juvenile implicated in a sophisticated vehicle theft operation. This development serves as …
Unveiling the High-Tech Heist: How a Philly Car Theft Ring Was Busted Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General this week announced numerous charges against five individuals accused of orchestrating an organized retail theft spree across nine counties in Pennsylvania. …
Five Charged in Alleged Retail Theft Ring Across Pennsylvania Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Attorney General Michelle Henry announced on Friday the indictment of numerous members and associates of the “SaySlide” criminal organization. The group, based in the Ogontz and Oak …
Philadelphia Criminal Organization Charged in Postal Theft and Fraud Scheme Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a significant legislative move, Governor Josh Shapiro signed six bills into law on Monday, marking a comprehensive approach to enhancing the legal and regulatory framework in …
Governor Shapiro Signs Six Bills into Law, Strengthening Pennsylvania’s Legal Framework Across Various Sectors Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In an emotional and powerful gathering at the state capitol building on Monday, the Pennsylvania Interagency Human Trafficking Workgroup, alongside survivors, advocates, law enforcement, and elected officials, …
Pennsylvania Strengthens Front Against Human Trafficking with Advocacy Day and New Initiatives Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — In a ground-breaking verdict, a Berks County man has been sentenced to a prison term of up to 22 years for a chilling attempt to intimidate a …
Berks County Man Bags up to 22 Years for Witness Intimidation in Ongoing Human Trafficking Case Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A veil of allegations darkens the executives of Complete Business Solutions Group, d/b/a Par Funding, as a second superseding indictment was filed on Monday. Joseph LaForte, 52, …
Pennsylvania Businessmen Accused in Million-Dollar RICO Case Read More
SCRANTON, PA — Amid alarming increases in gang activity and recruitment in local schools, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Pennsylvania, led by U.S. Attorney Gerard M. Karam, …
Scranton Schools and U.S. Attorney’s Office Team Up to Counter Rising Gang Influence Read More
NEW CASTLE, DE — Delaware State Police have arrested three individuals, Robert Wheeler, 47, of Wilmington, Delaware, Kristina Dorsey, 37, of Elkton, Maryland, and Amanda Ensor, 39, of New Castle, …
Trio Arrested for Series of Organized Retail Thefts in New Castle County Read More
VILLANOVA, PA — In the fight against human trafficking, a focus on resilience and empowerment is emerging as a critical tool for survivors. Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health, a leading behavioral …
New Curriculum Aims to Empower Youth Survivors of Human Trafficking, Breaking the Cycle of Abuse Read More