TECHBeat Winter 2012

March 18, 2012

This issue of TECHBeat, by the National Law Enforcement and Corrections Technology Center features an article about managing gangs in schools. Other articles discuss merging technologies for better policing, launching a red-light camera program, and cognitive radio capabilities. (NCJ 237758)

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FBI
- Tenth Anniversary of Unsolved Triple Murder in South Carolina May 16, 2013
  Ten years ago, on May 16, 2003, the Blue Ridge Savings Bank in Greer, South Carolina was robbed and three people were murdered. At a memorial service today in Greer, the victims—bank employee Sylvia Holtzclaw and husband and wife James and Margaret Barnes—were honored, and the FBI and its law enforcement partners reaffirmed their commitment and dedication to […]
- Director Testifies Regarding Fiscal Year 2014 Budget Request May 16, 2013
  Director Mueller was on Capitol Hill today speaking to the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies about the threats faced by the nation—and addressed by the Bureau—as well as the resources needed to combat them. […]
- Combating Elder Fraud May 16, 2013
  In testimony today before a House subcommittee, FBI Criminal Investigative Division Deputy Assistant Director Joseph S. Campbell discussed the very important and rapidly growing problem of fraud against our nation’s seniors and what the FBI is doing to stop it. […]
- Dozens Charged Nationwide in Massive Health Care Fraud Takedown May 14, 2013
  At a press conference in Washington, D.C. today, FBI Assistant Director Ron Hosko joined Attorney General Eric Holder, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, and other officials in announcing charges against 89 individuals—including doctors, nurses, and other licensed medial professionals—for their alleged participation in Medicare fraud sche […]
- IC3 Releases 2012 Internet Crime Report May 14, 2013
  Today, as part of its ongoing education and prevention mission, the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) released its latest annual snapshot of online crime and fraud—the 2012 Internet Crime Report. While there is no end to the variety of cyber scams, the report highlights some of the most frequent ones from 2012; includes charts for each of the 50 states d […]
- Police Week 2013: Honoring the Fallen May 13, 2013
  In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation that designated May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week, when thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world converge on Washington, D.C. to participate in a number of planned events that honor those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice. […]
- The FBI and Leadership May 10, 2013
  FBI.gov recently sat down with Janet Kamerman, executive assistant director of our Human Resources Branch—and one of the principal architects of the FBI’s Leadership Development Program—to talk about the importance of leadership at all levels of the organization. […]
- Images Released in Benghazi Investigation May 3, 2013
  This week, the FBI released images of three individuals who were on the grounds of the U.S. Special Mission in Benghazi when it was attacked September 11, 2012. The grainy still images, taken from surveillance video, show three men who may be able to provide information to help the FBI’s larger probe into the attacks that resulted in the deaths of four Ameri […]
- New Most Wanted Terrorist May 2, 2013
  On the 40th anniversary of the cold-blooded murder of a New Jersey state trooper, the fugitive convicted of the killing, Joanne Chesimard, has been named a Most Wanted Terrorist by the FBI—the first woman ever and only the second domestic terrorist to make the list. A reward of up to $2 million is being offered for information leading to her arrest. […]
- Evidence Response Teams Connect with Kids April 30, 2013
  Members of our Evidence Response Teams (ERTs) often spend their days at scenes of deadly crimes or mass disaster sites collecting evidence to determine what happened and identify criminals or victims. But once in a while—as their hectic schedules allow—our ERT personnel leave behind the grim nature of their jobs to take part in outreach efforts with young pe […]
- Insider Threat: Soldier Sentenced for Attempted Espionage April 26, 2013
  William Millay, a 22-year-old military police officer at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson near Anchorage, Alaska, has been sentenced to a 16-year jail term in connection with his efforts to sell classified national defense information to a person he believed was a Russian intelligence officer. And Millay not only discussed his plans with other military member […]
- FBI Top Ten Fugitive Eric Toth in Custody April 23, 2013
  Eric Justin Toth, wanted for alleged possession and production of child pornography, was arrested in Nicaragua recently and is now in U.S. custody—a little more than a year after being placed on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List. […]
- 2013 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, April 21-27 April 22, 2013
  Each April, the nation observes National Crime Victims’ Rights Week—promoting victims’ rights and honoring crime victims and those who advocate on their behalf. […]
- Assistance for Victims of the Boston Marathon Bombings April 19, 2013
  An important part of the FBI’s response to the Boston Marathon bombings is to identify victims and provide for the rights and needs of victims and their families. The FBI is encouraging individuals and families that were directly impacted by the bombings to contact the FBI Victim Assistance Call Center at 1-800-331-0075 to provide their information. Victims […]
- FBI Assists Boston Police Department Regarding Explosions Along Marathon Route and Elsewhere April 15, 2013
  A multi-agency response including state and federal law enforcement agencies has been activated and is investigating the cause of the explosions along the Boston Marathon route and elsewhere. […]
Public Safety Canada
- Harper Government extends firearms compliance measures
Guardian Newspaper, UK (Search “Crime”)
- Mental illness: the claim that abuse is behind psychosis is irresponsible | the big issue
Corrections.com (leading site for correctional news)
- Planning of New Institutions, by nicic.gov/ @ Fri, 17 May 2013 13:25:00 -0000
American Bar Association
- Should this toy be saved?
AOL Crime News (search crime)
- Regis Didn't See What Was Near Flame
USA Today (click on crime catagory)
- Suspect in deadly Wisconsin spa shootings found dead
Digital Journal
- Cannes film festival suffers $1 million jewelry theft
Alltop Crime News
- She Never Thought Would Happen May 19, 2013
  She Never Thought This Would HappenReutersAfter Sandy hit, Molly didn't expect anything close to a normal school year. Now, some stunning news is making one special moment possible.Surprise entire school will never forgetCaught Our AttentionBaby Creatures Put on Quite a ShowFlight Passengers Get Scare Upon LandingUSPS Names City With Most Vicious Dogs […]
About.com
- Crime Poll: Life or Death for Jodi Arias?
Violent Crime News
- 3 killed, 3 injured in shooting at Puerto Rico gas station May 19, 2013
  Police say several men opened fire on the group early Saturday in the eastern town of Las Piedras. […]
MSN.com Crime News
Computer Crime News
- IDC Recognizes Covertix as a "Cool" Information Security Vendor to Watch May 14, 2013
  Kfar Sava, Israel (May 13, 2013) – Covertix, an innovative provider of file-level protection and intelligence solutions, today announced that... […]
The Crime Report
- It's Possible No Laws Were Broken In IRS "Targeting" Scandal May 18, 2013
  House Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) wants to know "who's going to jail" over the IRS scandal. Ousted acting IRS commissioner Steven Miller says no laws were violated when the agency targeted conservative groups, says the Washington Post. It’s quite possible that nobody will ever be convicted of breaking the law in the IRS situation. “I am not aw […]
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- As study unfolds, Oklahoma prison guards hoping for a cool August May 17, 2013
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- Montana argues again for ending tourism director's wrongful discharge case May 17, 2013
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- Supreme Court upholds fines for former PSC Commisioner Molnar May 17, 2013
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- Supreme Court rules against Boise County May 17, 2013
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- Sheriff: Idaho's Anti-Terrorism Task Force is key part of fight against terrorism May 17, 2013
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- Attorney General's Office employee arrested in drug raid May 17, 2013
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- Precision, please May 17, 2013
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- Letters show top IRS official knew of targeting May 17, 2013
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- State to recover $376K in Medicaid case May 17, 2013
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- Judge should let public guardian go May 17, 2013
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- New Mexico high court considers appeal on back pay, raises May 17, 2013
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- Lawmakers send veterans courts bill to governor May 17, 2013
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- DCS files: Older siblings' neglect may signal risk May 17, 2013
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- Missouri lawmakers say criminal code overhaul must wait May 17, 2013
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- Missouri bill would limit lawsuits over lead contamination May 17, 2013
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- Missouri sheriffs would print gun permits under bill sent to Gov. Nixon May 17, 2013
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- Legislation to curb Missouri welfare fraud sent to governor May 17, 2013
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- Ga. Rep. Brooks of Atlanta indicted for wire fraud May 17, 2013
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Inentity Theft Protection.Net
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Early American Crime
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White Collar Fraud
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Crime Case Files
- Indians win another thriller
Black Political Thought
- Harriet's Blog: Native American Women- Targets of Sexual Violence
Connected Cops.Net
- What To Do About Facebook Friend Hacks!
Crooked in Canada
- Just Saying About Aboriginal Issues In Canada – ‘The United Nations is full of shit!”
White Collar Fraud
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Verlinkenswertes (German Criminology Blog) University of Hamburg
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- Customs staff sacked in race probe
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- APOA Seeks Change of Venue
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