Month: July 2021

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime Alerts (c)

An unidentified man suspected of recent bank robberies in Moriarty and Tijeras is now suspected of robbing a bank in Socorro on Thursday, July 22, 2021.

The robbery happened at Wells Fargo, 501 North California Street, in Socorro at approximately 4:45 p.m.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his mid-40s, approximately 5’5” tall, with a medium build.

He wore a dark ball cap with a light-colored brim, a dark mask, a navy blue long-sleeve shirt, and black pants. He also may have a tattoo under his right eye.

The suspect entered the bank and presented a demand note to a teller.

The teller handed over an undisclosed amount of money to the suspect, who left the bank and walked northbound.

The FBI is investigating this robbery with the Socorro Police Department.

This individual is suspected of also robbing Wells Fargo in Moriarty on July 15, and U.S. Bank in Moriarty and Wells Fargo in Tijeras on July 19.

Anyone with information about these robberies is asked to contact the FBI at (505) 889-1300.

Tips can also be submitted online at tips.fbi.gov.

Information about other bank robbers wanted by the FBI can be found at bankrobbers.fbi.

Bank robbery carries a possible prison term of up to 20 years. The use of a gun, other dangerous weapon, toy gun, or hoax bomb device during the commission of a bank robbery can be punishable by a prison term of up to 25 years.

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime News

CHICAGO—Emmerson Buie, Jr., special agent-in-charge of the Chicago Division, announced that Dwayne Bryant has been named the 2020 recipient of the FBI’s Director’s Community Leadership Award (DCLA) for the Chicago Division. Established in 1990, the DCLA honors individuals and organizations for their efforts in preventing federal crimes and enhancing law enforcement efforts in their communities. The award is given annually on behalf of FBI Director Christopher Wray.

Over 22 years ago, Dwayne Bryant founded Inner Vision International, Inc. (IVI), a non-governmental organization established to motivate, educate, and inspire individuals to achieve their maximum potential in their personal lives and their communities. Mr. Bryant and his consultants developed a powerful, evidence-based curriculum to transform the life trajectory of urban youth. Through these curricula, parents and students gain essential education in character development, social-emotional learning, and life management. To date, IVI has directly impacted approximately 35,000 students, 10,000 parents, and 1,500 teachers.

In 2020, IVI created virtual programs to improve the relationship between police and the African American community following nationwide restlessness after the murder of George Floyd. These innovative programs provided a safe space during the unrest and pandemic to discuss complicated issues such as gun violence and conflict resolution. Due to IVI’s influence, reach, and use of virtual connectivity, those difficult conversations became approachable and empowering to local youth.

Mr. Bryant is the author of “The STOP – Improving Police and Community Relations,” a book written in response to the increase in officer-involved shootings during routine traffic stops. Additionally, as an alumni of the 2019 FBI Chicago Citizen’s Academy (CA) class, Mr. Bryant worked closely with the FBI’s Miami office to co-sponsor the Trayvon Martin Anti-Violence Summit in Florida. The summit created awareness of the impact of violent crime on victims’ families and provided support and advocacy for families in response to Martin’s murder.

For additional information on the DCLA: https://www.fbi.gov/about/community-outreach/dcla.

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime News

FITZGERALD, GA—The FBI has increased their reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person(s) responsible for the death of Kasara Brown, age 24, of Fitzgerald, Georgia, to $10,000.

The murder case is being investigated by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation and Ben Hill County Sheriff’s Office and the FBI is assisting in the case.

On September 15, 2019, Brown, the mother of a 4-year-old, who was eight months pregnant, was found dead at her home at 139 Laura’s Lane, Fitzgerald, Georgia. An autopsy determined that Brown died from multiple gunshot wounds.

Investigators believe Brown’s murder is gang related and she may have been mistakenly killed or killed to send a message.

In October 2020, the FBI offered a $5,000 reward but after more than 19-months no arrests have been made. The FBI is increasing the reward and urging anyone with information about Brown’s murder to call FBI Atlanta at 770-216-3000 or go to tips.fbi.gov.

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime News

TAMUNING—The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is offering specialized training to provide advanced understanding of the hazards posed by improvised explosives and potentially dangerous chemicals.

The “Chemical Industry Outreach Workshop” is intended for both Guam and CNMI public safety officials, law enforcement partners, and people who work in the chemical industry. This includes suppliers of pool chemicals, beauty supplies, and home improvement materials.

The workshop will include a classroom presentation and an outdoor explosive demonstration on the effects of conventional and improvised explosives. The training will underscore the potential dangers of particular chemicals, both in the hands of terrorists as well as juvenile experimenters.

The one-day workshop will be offered on both Wednesday, August 25th and Thursday, August 26th in Mangilao.

There is no cost to attend, but there is limited seating. Those interested in attending should submit their name, workshop date preference, telephone number and email address, company/agency name and job title to Guam-Outreach@fbi.gov.

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime News

The FBI Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force and the Lakewood Police Department need your help identifying an individual who attempted to burglarize the automated teller machine (ATM) at the U.S. Bank located at 1415 Carr Street in Lakewood, Colorado, at approximately 3:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 06, 2021. The suspect attempted to pry open the ATM, then fled the area in a U-Haul van.

The suspect is described as a Caucasian male with dark hair, a receding hairline, and wearing dark-framed glasses.

Please be on the lookout for anyone matching the above description and photos. Be aware of anyone similar who might have recently discussed plans for renting a van with the intention of burglarizing a bank or ATM.

If anyone has any information on the attempted ATM burglary above, please call the FBI Rocky Mountain Safe Streets Task Force at 303-629-7171; or, you may remain anonymous by calling CRIMESTOPPERS at 720-913-STOP (7867).