FBI - Cincinnati

Today in Columbus, the announced a new partnership with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to combat fraud schemes impacting taxpayers, government programs, businesses, and the public. They also announced four defendants have been charged in connection with an over $30 million behavioral health scheme in Southern Ohio. Read more: https://ow.ly/eoAg50Z7LS3

Congratulations to Task Force Officer Jason O’Brien, who has been honored by the the Ohio Narcotics Intelligence Center (ONIC) with the Protecting All Communities Together Award. This award recognizes his dedication to building strong partnerships, sharing vital information, and working tirelessly to keep our community safe.

In March, the , working alongside the Colerain Police Department, Ohio BCI, and other partners located a missing Ohio teen in Florida. Recently, we formally recognized the dedication and efforts of the Colerain detectives and BCI agents who played a pivotal role in ensuring the teen's safe return.

This afternoon, members of the family came together to honor the memory of Special Agent Nelson B. Klein, Jr., who gave his life in service on this day in 1969. His dedication and sacrifice will never be forgotten. Read more: https://ow.ly/9jSh50Z5MF8

In recognition of National , the FBI reaffirms our year-round commitment to reuniting missing and kidnapped children with their families. Discover how the supports missing child cases and helps bring kids home: fbi.gov/missing

This , Cincinnati honors and remembers our military heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

From crushing violent crime to preventing terrorism, the works every day to keep our country safe. Be a part of creating a safer, more secure future. Learn more at FBIJobs.gov.

Government impersonation scams are on the rise and scammers are getting more sophisticated. If someone contacts you claiming to be from the government and pressures you to send money, it’s a scam. Report this activity to https://ow.ly/MZrt50Z2U3n and protect your hard-earned savings by never sending money. Learn more: https://ow.ly/zit550Z2U3o

Operation Iron Pursuit — a nationwide FBI-led law enforcement initiative conducted in collaboration with DOJ and our local, state, federal, and community partners — resulted in the arrest of over 350 alleged child exploitation predators and the location of more than 200 child victims. Learn more: https://ow.ly/oPWq50Z1OQV

Rathnakishore Giri, an Ohio investment manager, has been sentenced to 9 years in prison after running a $10 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme. He misled investors, promising big returns, but squandered their money. In addition to going to prison, he will also have to pay over $10 million in restitution. Read more: https://ow.ly/Bmiq50Z1iGi