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

To ensure the safety of our communities, the FBI Omaha Field Office has established a command post to gather intelligence and coordinate with our local and state partners on potential threats. At this point in time, the FBI has not received any specific and substantial threat to the state Capitols or other government buildings in our area. However, we are working together with our law enforcement partners to continuously share information based on tips submitted by the public.

FBI Omaha is focused on identifying, investigating, and disrupting individuals who continue to incite violence and engage in criminal activity here locally. Special Agent in Charge Eugene Kowel says, “Between now and the presidential inauguration on January 20, we will maintain a heightened posture to monitor for any emerging threats to our region.”

We are asking for the public’s help to protect our communities and the rights of peaceful protesters. We are urging people to call FBI Omaha at 402-493-8688 regarding potential violence at any upcoming protest or event. Or you can submit a tip online at tips.fbi.gov. If you know of an immediate emergency, call 911.

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

The FBI is reviewing an agent-involved shooting which occurred today when special agents executed a federal search warrant at a residence in Florissant. No one was injured, and a male subject was arrested.

The FBI takes all shooting incidents involving our agents seriously. In accordance with FBI policy, the shooting incident is under investigation by the FBI’s Inspection Division. The review process is thorough, objective, and conducted as expeditiously as possible under the circumstances. As this remains an on-going matter, the FBI has no further comment.

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

BATON ROUGE, LA – Throughout the weekend, public safety officials from numerous federal, state, and local agencies worked to coordinate security protocols and ensure safety for protesters, Capitol grounds, and the surrounding community. The peaceful assemblies and activities throughout the weekend were a testament to the intended purpose of our First Amendment rights, including the right to peacefully protest.

Leading up to Inauguration Day on Wednesday, January 20, 2021, a multi-agency collaborative team will remain in a heightened posture to monitor for any emerging threats to our state. No specific and substantiated threat to life or property has been identified at this time to include the State Capitol or other government buildings.

All agencies remain steadfast in our mission to protect our citizens and deter criminal activity which prevents others from peacefully expressing their First Amendment rights.

Citizens are urged to report suspicious and/or suspected criminal activity by utilizing:

As indicated nationwide, citizens with information on the incident that occurred at the U.S. Capitol on January 6 or upcoming protests can notify the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or at fbi.gov/USCapitol.

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

BATON ROUGE, LA – Through a collaborative effort of federal, state, and local public safety agencies, officials continue to prepare for possible protests at the Louisiana State Capitol. Representatives from the Louisiana State Police; DPS Police; Federal Bureau of Investigation; Louisiana Office of State Fire Marshal; Louisiana Attorney General’s Office; Louisiana Army National Guard; Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness; East Baton Rouge Parish Sheriff’s Office; Baton Rouge Police Department; Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives; United States Attorney Office; and the Louisiana Legislative Sergeant at Arms are working closely to coordinate security protocols and ensure safety for protesters, capitol grounds and staff, and the surrounding community.

Although no specific and substantiated threat to life or property have been identified at this time to include the State Capitol or other government buildings, partnering agencies will continually monitor for potential security concerns and provide timely notification should this change. All agencies remain steadfast in our mission to protect our citizens and respect those who choose to exercise their First Amendment rights, including the right to peacefully protest. Criminal activity, the destruction of property, and the intentional incitement of violence prevents others from peacefully expressing their First Amendment rights and will not be tolerated.

In preparation, a multi-agency, unified command center will be utilized to maintain a heightened posture to monitor for any emerging threats to our state. The focus is to provide a centralized location for gathering intelligence, assessing potential threats, and providing any additional resources needed. All agencies involved will be focused on identifying, investigating, and disrupting individuals attempting to incite violence and engage in criminal activity during peaceful protests in Louisiana.

Citizens are urged to report suspicious and/or suspected criminal activity by utilizing:

As indicated nationwide, citizens with information on the incident that occurred at the U.S. Capitol last week or upcoming protests can notify the FBI at 1-800-CALL-FBI or at fbi.gov/USCapitol.

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

LOUISVILLE, KY—The FBI Carjacking Violent Crime Task Force announces the arrest of Ashton Nally on Sunday, December 13, 2020 on federal carjacking charges resulting in the death of Travis Nagdy. Louisville Field Office FBI special agents, working with the Louisville Metro Police Department Homicide Unit, arrested Nally at approximately 11:30 a.m. in Madisonville, Kentucky. In addition, the Madisonville Police Department and the United States Secret Service assisted in the operation. Nally was taken into custody without incident and remains in federal custody until his initial appearance later this afternoon, December 14, 2020.

“Victims of violent crime matter. Working with our federal, state, and local partners, the FBI is committed to fostering safe communities by removing violent criminals from our neighborhoods. We want to thank the Louisville Metro Police Department, Madisonville Police Department, and U.S. Secret Service for their partnership throughout this investigation,” said Robert Brown, special agent in charge, FBI, Louisville Field Office.

“The arrest this weekend highlights the valued importance of continued partnership between LMPD and our state and federal partners in combating the swelling tide of violent crime in our community. Working together with these partners and our community, we can better set about the work of making our city a better, safer place to live and work for all.” said Chief Yvette Gentry.

This investigation was conducted by the Federal Carjacking Violent Crime Task Force comprised of the FBI, ATF, HSI, KSP, JCSO, and LMPD.

The public is reminded that this release is not evidence that the individuals discussed committed the crimes charged. All defendants are presumed innocent until the government meets its burden in court of proving guilt beyond a reasonable doubt.