U.S. Attorney for the District of Rhode Island
50 Kennedy Plaza, Providence, RI, United States, Providence, RI 02903
Related Posts:
California man pleads guilty to stalking and threatening women in Rhode Island and Massachusetts
April 18, 2026
A California man has pleaded guilty to making hundreds of obscene and threatening calls to women in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and elsewhere. Authorities say Justin Glauthier targeted at least nine victims using personal information found online. He faces sentencing later this year after an FBI investigation.
Read more →
Providence man indicted for attempted possession of fentanyl shipped from California
April 11, 2026
A Providence man has been indicted for attempting to possess over one kilogram of fentanyl shipped from California. The defendant was arrested following an undercover DEA investigation in October 2025. He faces a mandatory minimum sentence if convicted.
Read more →
Pawtucket man pleads guilty to possession of child pornography in federal court
April 10, 2026
William Dickson of Pawtucket has pleaded guilty in federal court to possessing hundreds of images and videos depicting child sexual abuse material. He faces sentencing later this year with possible imprisonment up to twenty years.
Read more →Dominican national pleads guilty to identity theft and benefits fraud in Rhode Island
April 10, 2026
A Dominican national has pleaded guilty in Rhode Island federal court for using stolen identities over a decade to illegally obtain government benefits. Authorities say Jesus Matos Perez received $75,000 through Medicaid, SNAP, and unemployment programs using false information. Multiple agencies investigated as part of Operation Take Back America.
Read more →
Utah man indicted for conspiracy and intent to distribute 30 kilograms of cocaine
April 9, 2026
A Utah man has been indicted by a federal grand jury in Rhode Island on charges related to distributing about 30 kilograms of cocaine. Authorities allege he coordinated deliveries using a tractor trailer truck as part of an ongoing investigation.
Read more →Two plead guilty in Rhode Island federal court to transnational fraud scheme targeting elderly
April 9, 2026
Two defendants pleaded guilty in Rhode Island federal court for their roles in an international fraud scheme targeting elderly people across North America. Authorities say hundreds have lost millions through deceptive tactics involving fake agents claiming asset protection.
Read more →Florida man indicted for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine in Rhode Island
April 8, 2026
A Florida man has been indicted in Rhode Island for allegedly possessing about 14 pounds of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Law enforcement seized the drugs after a traffic stop involving a rental car in December 2024.
Read more →
Irish national sentenced for multi-state home repair fraud scheme
April 7, 2026
An Irish national has been sentenced in Rhode Island federal court after pleading guilty to wire fraud targeting homeowners across two states. Authorities say John O'Brien led a home repair scam costing victims over $1 million before being caught through interagency cooperation.
Read more →
Pawtucket man sentenced to 15 years for child pornography offenses
April 1, 2026
A Pawtucket man has been sentenced to fifteen years in prison for possessing and distributing child pornography after pleading guilty last year. Authorities say he shared illegal images online before being apprehended through an investigation led by federal agents.
Read more →Trending
The Weekly Newsletter
Sign-up for the Weekly Newsletter from Rhode Island Courts Daily.