FBI Atlanta

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#OTD in 1990, two men dressed as police officers entered the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. After subduing the nighttime security guards, they seized 13 priceless works of art, making it the largest property crime in the world. The #FBI continues its search for the t.co/yPXWzzbgL9

Kwamaine Ford, an Atlanta-area resident, was indicted for targeting professional athletes, including NBA and NFL players, in an elaborate phishing, fraud, and sex trafficking scheme. Dozens of victims’ account and credit card details were fraudulently accessed by Ford, who used the information to fund thousands of dollars in personal expenses. Read more here -> ow.ly/aZvf50YuUUp @NDGAnews

🎥 Ever wondered what it’s like to work for the FBI? High school students (grades 9–12) are invited to apply for the FBI Teen Academy, where you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at investigations, cybercrime, SWAT, evidence response, and more—directly from FBI personnel. ow.ly/e5vT50Yt28Q 📅 Atlanta FBI Teen Academy: June 4, 2026 ⏰Deadline to apply: Friday, April 3rd! Watch the video to learn more and see how to apply!

Case Update: #FBI Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Samuel Ramirez, Jr., has been apprehended in Sinaloa, Mexico. He was returned to the United States and taken into custody by Federal Way Police in Washington state where he will face justice. Help the FBI capture the other fugitives t.co/gGaoyA5Kbk

NEW: Trung Duc Lu is the 539th addition to the FBI's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List. Lu is wanted in connection with the 2014 torture, kidnapping and murder of two Vietnamese brothers in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. A third man was also murdered but survived the attack. The FBI is offering a reward up to $1,000,000 for information leading directly to Lu's arrest. You can provide your tip online at tips.fbi.gov or 1-800-CALL-FBI (1-800-225-5324). fbi.gov/wanted/topten/…

Cyber threats are on the rise, with hijacked networks, cryptocurrency heists, & corporate espionage becoming alarmingly common. Learn how #YourFBI Cyber Division is working to unmask hackers & safeguard Americans & businesses from these cyber-attacks t.co/4eU5taspW9 t.co/2panUlsHrj

Today, the #FBI added Samuel Ramirez, Jr. to it's Ten Most Wanted Fugitives List. He is #wanted for his alleged involvement in the murders of two female victims on May 21, 2023, in Federal Way, Washington. A third person was also injured in the shooting. The FBI offers a reward of up to $1,000,000 for information leading directly to his arrest: fbi.gov/wanted/topten/…

The #FBI now offers a reward of up to $1,000,000 for information leading to the arrest of Ten Most Wanted Fugitive Omar Alexander Cardenas, wanted for his alleged involvement in the murder of a man that occurred on August 15, 2019, in a large outdoor shopping center in Sylmar, California: fbi.gov/wanted/topten/…

New #FBI IC3 PSA warns of an emerging phishing scheme by criminals who are impersonating city and county officials to solicit fraudulent payments for city and county planning and zoning permits. ow.ly/3xfe50YrMx5

FBI Special Agent Robert “Bob” Levinson was abducted from Iran’s Kish Island 19 years ago this month, and still today the #FBI is actively working to uncover the truth about what happened to Bob and bring him home to his loved ones. On this U.S. Hostage and Wrongful Detainee Day, t.co/ifiLOKhYJw

Repeat offender GUILTY of armed drug trafficking in Columbus. A federal jury found Nimesh Desai guility of possesion of meth, fentanyl, and heroin plus several gun charges. Desai faces up to 15 years in prison when sentenced. More details here: justice.gov/usao-mdga/pr/r…

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. #NCPW202, #TakeaBeat

FBI Atlanta proudly assisted the Atlanta Police Department in swiftly locating and taking into custody the suspects responsible for the tragic death of 7-year-old Zoey Price. We will continue to use every available resource to support our partners, ensure those who commit such heinous and senseless crimes are brought to justice, and help keep Georgia’s communities safe. ow.ly/w8Lc50YoRfR

FBI Atlanta is proud to stand alongside the @Atlanta_Police and our local, state and federal partners in a continued commitment to making metro Atlanta safer. Yesterday, Chief Darin Schierbaum announced the results of three 2025 initiatives targeting drugs, guns, and gangs. Operation Kickstart, Operation Heatwave, and Operation Deep Freeze resulted in 288 arrests combined. Together, we’re removing illegal firearms, disrupting drug activity, and holding offenders accountable. ow.ly/WpFq50YoQtV

For nearly four decades, the 1988 murder of Ofelia Sandoval remained unsolved. This past week, justice was delivered. A jury in California convicted Aloysius Winthrop James of first-degree murder in this long-running cold case — a breakthrough made possible in part by the work of the FBI in Atlanta collecting a covert DNA sample. Read about the entire case here: ow.ly/fHYe50Yo2Ab Investigators believe there may be additional victims connected to James involving threats, sexual assault, domestic abuse, or other crimes. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Santa Maria Police Department.

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.

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 ow.ly/BHtj50YbLfM

The FBI released an advisory on malware being used for ATM jackpotting, which manipulates ATMs to dispense cash without a legitimate transaction. This type of crime caused $20 million in losses in 2025 alone. Learn about digital and physical indicators of ATM jackpotting, along t.co/77LobrsLZn

The FBI Georgia SWAT team’s work isn’t defined by dramatic entries — it’s defined by preparation. Behind every search and arrest warrant is meticulous planning designed to ensure safety, strategy, and successful outcomes.

The FBI sends our condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Police Officer Caleb Abney. Officer Abney served with the Lowndes County Fire Rescue before becoming an officer with the Hahira Police Department.