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🚨JUST IN🚨The Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), FBI Anchorage, and international partners disrupted four of the world’s largest Internet of Things (IoT) botnets that together were responsible for millions of infected devices and hundreds of thousands of DDoS attacks worldwide. 🔗ow.ly/PBQb50YwAHN @USAO_AK | @DoD_IG

🚨JUST IN🚨The Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), FBI Anchorage, and international partners disrupted four of the world’s largest Internet of Things (IoT) botnets that together were responsible for millions of infected devices and hundreds of thousands of DDoS attacks worldwide. 🔗ow.ly/JmOB50YwAH5 @USAO_AK | @DoD_IG

This week on KMXT Radio's Talk of the Rock, an expert from FBI Anchorage discussed prevalent online frauds and scams impacting Alaskans, and how to protect yourself and loved ones from scammers. Listen here: 🔊 ow.ly/VYRV50Yw5uv If you or someone you know has been a victim of a scam or fraud scheme, report it to ic3.gov, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Visit fbi.gov/scams for more info.

Today marks the 76th anniversary of the #FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitives list. Over the decades, the list has evolved from highlighting bank robbers and car thieves to focusing on the most violent criminal #fugitives who pose an active threat to our communities today. Your help is critical to locating them and bringing them to #justice. See the full list at fbi.gov/wanted/topten and submit tips to tips.fbi.gov. #MostWanted

Cyber threats are on the rise, with hijacked networks, cryptocurrency heists, and corporate espionage becoming alarmingly common. Learn how #YourFBI Cyber Division is working to unmask hackers and safeguard Americans and businesses from these cyber-attacks: fbi.gov/investigate/cy….

In the last three months, FBI Anchorage has provided operational support, technical expertise, and training for over 38 law enforcement agencies, including military and international partners. This is #YourFBI working with partners to crush violent crime and protect the homeland. @FBI @FBIDirectorKash

Watch full story from @AKNewsNow: 🔗alaskasnewssource.com/2026/03/05/ban… FBI Anchorage successfully transported a Bangladeshi national from Malaysia to Alaska, arresting him on U.S. charges for allegedly operating an international child sexual exploitation enterprise. 🔗justice.gov/usao-ak/pr/ban…

In 24 hours this FBI captured a fugitive tied to an international child exploitation ring, dismantled the 18th Street Gang in Los Angeles, and arrested a contractor accused of stealing $46M from the U.S. Marshals Service. Predators, gangs, fraudsters. This FBI is coming for you.

Zoubaidul Amin allegedly operated an international child exploitation ring… this @FBI worked with great partners across the country and overseas to bring him back to the U.S. to face justice. Well done @FBIAnchorage.

On this U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, the #FBI sends our support to every American being held in captivity and to their loved ones. We are committed to working with our federal and international partners to return them home and bring their captors to #justice.

"We are countering online child sexual exploitation, protecting our most vulnerable, and bringing these sick abusers to face justice on American soil.” - @AGPamBondi 🔗: justice.gov/opa/pr/banglad…

The @FBI and our great partners have arrested Zobaidul Amin, 28, a Bangladeshi national who has been wanted since 2022 on charges including running an international child sexual exploitation enterprise.   As of last night, Amin was transferred by FBI Anchorage from Malaysia back to the U.S. in Alaska where he will face charges later today. There will be more details to follow.    Thank you to Legat Kuala Lumpur, the Government of Malaysia, and our great local partners all over the country who assisted with the investigation and arrest. Thank you @FBIAnchorage for the outstanding work in this case.

Bangladeshi National Returned to the United States in International Sextortion Case "Yesterday’s return from Malaysia of a Bangladeshi national who allegedly abused and sexually exploited hundreds of minor victims worldwide is another successful example of the Administration’s increased efforts to find criminals hiding abroad,” said @AGPamBondi. “Together with our international partners and the @StateDept, we are countering online child sexual exploitation, protecting our most vulnerable, and bringing these sick abusers to face justice on American soil.” 🔗: justice.gov/opa/pr/banglad…

🚨CASE UPDATE🚨FBI Anchorage successfully transported a Bangladeshi national from Malaysia to Alaska, arresting him on U.S. charges for allegedly operating an international child sexual exploitation enterprise. Initial appearance is today. For more info: 🔗ow.ly/xmjw50YpNCN @TheJusticeDept | @FBI | @FBIDirectorKash | @USAO_AK

🚨CASE UPDATE🚨Zobaidul Amin, a Bangladeshi national, is scheduled to make his initial appearance today in #Alaska after he was charged by the U.S. in 2022 with operating an international child sexual exploitation enterprise. Amin was transferred from Malaysia to Alaska yesterday by FBI Anchorage. For more info: 🔗ow.ly/gV8m50YpNs0 @TheJusticeDept | @FBIDirectorKash | @USAO_AK

Stop fraudsters in their tracks. This National Consumer Protection Week, you can help the FBI #SlamTheScam by following a few simple steps. Visit fbi.gov/takeabeat to learn more. #NCPW2026.

FBI personnel are fully engaged on the situation overseas. Last night I instructed our Counterterrorism and intelligence teams to be on high alert and mobilize all assisting security assets needed. Our JTTFs throughout the country are working 24/7, as always, to address and disrupt any potential threats to the homeland. While the military handles force protection overseas, the @FBI remains at the forefront of deterring attacks here at home - and will continue to have our team work around the clock to protect Americans. We ask everyone to please report anything that may seem suspicious to law enforcement - 1-800-CALL-FBI and tips.fbi.gov. Thank you to all military service members, federal partners, and law enforcement who continue to put mission first.

Take steps to safeguard your wallet with help from the #FBI. This National Consumer Protection Week, visit fbi.gov/takeabeat to learn how to avoid, report, and recover from #fraud and #scams. #NCPW2026

In this whole school assembly, FBI Anchorage presented at Kodiak Middle School about sextortion, risks associated with being online, and how students can navigate online spaces safely. We thank Kodiak Middle School for their partnership in this critical education and prevention opportunity! Visit fbi.gov/sextortion to learn more about this online threat targeting children and teens. To learn more about FBI Anchorage's Community Outreach Program, visit fbi.gov/anchorage.

The #FBI joins the country in remembering and honoring the victims of the bombing of the World Trade Center on February 26, 1993. Learn about the #FBI investigation and our efforts to seek justice in their honor at fbi.gov/history/famous…