FBI-Team Division

06/02/2026

Today the FBI officially welcomed the newest class of the FBI Honors Internship Program – an exceptional group of students bringing incredible experience, academic excellence, and a shared commitment to serving America. Throughout the program, this group will gain hands-on experience, contribute to mission-driven work, and learn firsthand how the FBI fulfills its mission to protect the American people. They will get the opportunity to participate in the FBI's record-breaking work happening across the country every day to make communities safer than we've ever been.

We’re thrilled to have them here at the greatest law enforcement agency on earth and witness the impact they will make as the next generation of leaders – welcome team!

05/28/2026

May 26, 2026
FBI Cleveland Seeking Victims of Real Estate Investment Scheme

Greg and Danielle Parker Indictment May Lead to Additional Victims

CLEVELAND—FBI Cleveland is seeking victims of a New Jersey couple who were indicted for allegedly running an investment scam that took investors’ money with a promise to receive high returns on the development of real estate properties mostly in the Cleveland area.

The scam operated as a Ponzi scheme, with victims being misled and lied to, and some early investors paid with funds from later investors.

A federal grand jury returned an indictment charging Gregory, 50, and Danielle Parker, 50, of New Jersey, with Conspiracy to Commit Wire Fraud and Wire Fraud.

According to allegations in the 65-page indictment, the married couple carried out the real estate investment scheme between January 2017 to December 2023. Victims were led to believe they were purchasing properties, mostly located in Cleveland and East Cleveland, to be developed into multi-family dwellings that would generate above-market returns from rental income. However, the Parkers instead took the investors’ money and used it to repay earlier investors and fund their own lavish lifestyle.

“While the indictment focuses on the 13 victims already identified, we sense there could be more,” said FBI Cleveland Special Agent in Charge Joshua DelManzo. “We are asking the public to contact the FBI if they or someone they know may have attended any of the Parker’s seminars, invested with them, or purchased property at the advice, direction, or coordination of the Parkers.”

Investigators learned that the Parkers hosted seminars throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, including one held at the Cleveland Hyatt Regency in May 2022. Potential victim investors were then identified from among the seminar attendees. People were enticed to attend the seminars after seeing the Parkers’ luxurious lifestyle depicted on a social media platform. Some videos featured Gregory Parker flying in a private jet, driving a Mercedes-Maybach, or vacationing in the Bahamas. They also shared video announcements for upcoming seminars with titles such as “Rolling with the Parkers,” “Greg Parker Presents: Big Bizzneesss Minus the Business Suit!!!” and “Year of the Millionaire Tour.” In one video, the Parkers were observed driving a Lamborghini to promote an upcoming seminar entitled “The Road to Financial Freedom.”

Victim investors were typically charged $2,000 to $5,000 to enroll in the Parkers’ real estate investment and mentorship program. Then, the couple would purportedly obtain a single-family or multi-unit rental property on the victim’s behalf in exchange for an agreed-upon down payment.

Victims received very little information about the properties they believed they had purchased. When they contacted the Parkers to ask questions or complain, the Parkers’ responses were often delayed and consisted of run-around excuses.

Investigators found that some victims never received a property, or they received property without a clear title. Others received a condemned, dilapidated, or otherwise uninhabitable property and were forced to sell, or attempt to sell, the property they did receive at a loss.

FBI Cleveland is leading the investigation and urges anyone who may believe they were a victim, attended the workshops or webinars, or had any dealings with the Parkers, to contact FBI Cleveland by email at [email protected] with “Parker Investor” in the subject line.

If convicted, each defendant’s sentence will be determined by the Court after a review of factors unique to the case, including prior criminal records, if any, roles in the offense, and the characteristics of the violations.

In 2025, the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center reported $7.6 million in losses due to real estate investment fraud across Ohio and over $275 million nationwide.

05/28/2026

May 26, 2026
FBI San Juan 2026 Teen Academy is Accepting Applications

SAN JUAN, PR—The Special Agent in Charge of the FBI San Juan Field Office, Carlos R. Goris, announced today that the FBI Teen Academy is currently accepting applications for 2026.

“This program is one of my favorites because it gives high school students who may not even consider the FBI as an option for a career in the future the opportunity to look behind the curtain and meet the people that make the FBI, the premier law enforcement agency in the world.” – said Goris. “Some of our Special Agents learned about the FBI at of our many job fairs where they meet FBI personnel. The Teen Academy is much more than that. Students get to process evidence, wear a bomb tech suit, hop on the SWAT BearCat, and talk to FBI personnel about what it’s like to be part of this great organization.”

Students don’t need to be interested in pursuing a Criminal Justice degree to apply or work for the FBI in the future. We welcome students who will be in the 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade by the start of the August 2026 school semester to apply for our 2026 Teen Academy. This is a one-week summer program consisting of 4 days of instruction, demonstration, and graduation. This year’s academy will run from July 7th through July 11st, 2026. Sessions begin at 9:00 a.m. and end at 4:00 p.m. each day.

During each session, students are provided with several presentations and practical scenarios on topics such as terrorism, cybercrime, public corruption, polygraph examinations, our Evidence Response Team, SWAT, and the day-to-day operations of an FBI office. Students also learn from special agents, intelligence analysts, language specialists, and professional staff about investigative tactics that include gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and case management.

Students interested in participating must follow these steps:

Fill out this form: 2026 FBI San Juan Teen Academy Application — FBI
Email the application and supporting documents to [email protected] no later than 5:00 p.m. on June 1, 2026.
A panel then reviews all applications.
Incomplete and late applications will not be accepted.
What are the requirements to participate?

Students must be active high school students—that is, enrolled and attending high school during the 2026-2027 school year. Students who just graduated high school and who will begin university studies by August 2026 are not eligible to apply.
An essay drafted by the student indicating why they want to participate.
Parental consent and school endorsement.
If you have questions regarding the FBI Teen Academy or the application process, contact our Community Outreach Specialist, Janet Rosa, at [email protected].

We look forward to meeting the future leaders of the FBI this summer!

05/25/2026

Today is Memorial Day and today our FBI Family is honoring our Military Service members and members of our own team at the Bureau
Be safe and have a wonderful Memorial Day

-Roberto Rodriguez SAC/Special Agent In Charge Milwaukee FBI Field Office

05/21/2026

After 11 years in service Roberto Rodriguez the Special Agent In Charge for the Milwaukee FBI Field office is soon coming to the end of his career we are so grateful for his service and dedication to his team and has been such a amazing role model not just a boss but a leader at the department and has done so many amazing things for our department and his own community Roberto we wish you luck for your future ahead and we thank you for your service to the FBI

-Matthew Garza ASAC/Assistant Special Agent In Charge Milwaukee FBI Field Office

05/20/2026

With the school year coming to a close and summer arriving, kids are online even more -- and so are online criminals. Learn about "sextortion," a serious crime targeting children and teens and what you can do to keep your child safe from online predators posing as "friends." fbi.gov/sextortion.

05/20/2026

May 20, 2026
Operation Viper Strikes Targets: Multi-Agency Roundup Results in 29 Arrests and Seizure of Seven Fi****ms

The FBI Springfield Field Office, in coordination with federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, announces the results of Operation Viper, a high-intensity fugitive apprehension initiative. The five-day surge resulted in the arrest of 29 individuals, the recovery of seven illegally possessed fi****ms, and the seizure of over $8,264 in narcotics-related currency.

Operation Viper focused on locating and apprehending violent offenders with active warrants. This coordinated strike spanned the eastern side of Central Illinois and focused on the most "high-impact" fugitives in that region.

Operation highlights

The operation’s primary objective was the removal of those who are driving up violent crime rates. Notable results include:

total arrests: 29
narcotics seized:
4195.4 grams ma*****na
781.1 grams unidentified pills
50 grams co***ne
234.2 grams Methamphetamine
fi****ms:
five handguns
two assault rifles
"The success of Operation Viper highlights the seamless integration of federal, state, and local law enforcement,” said FBI Springfield Field Office’s Special Agent in Charge Ryan Presley. “No single agency can combat violent crime alone, but, by pooling resources, immediate threats to the public were eliminated. Maintaining this relentless pressure on violent crime remains a priority to protect the public."

"This operation sent a clear message that illegal activity has no place in our communities," said Decatur Chief of Police Brad Allen. "I'm proud of the work our officers and partner agencies did to take 29 offenders into custody and remove significant quantities of narcotics and weapons from our streets. This is about protecting lives, improving neighborhood safety, and holding those who choose to break the law accountable. Our work continues, and we remain committed to keeping our community safe."

Participating agencies

Operation Viper was led by the FBI Springfield Field Office, with significant support from the United States Marshals Service, Decatur Police Department, and Kankakee County Sheriff’s Office.

The United States Marshals Service Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force is a multiagency task force with divisions in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. The Central District of Illinois has task force locations in Springfield, Peoria, and Urbana and is composed of members from Springfield PD, Sangamon Co. State’s Attorney’s Office, Macoupin Co. SO, Southern View PD, Taylorville PD, Illinois Department of Corrections Apprehension, Peoria Co. SO, Peoria PD, Bloomington PD, Normal PD, Knox Co. SO, Decatur PD, Champaign Co. State’s Attorney’s Office, Champaign PD, Danville PD, Kankakee PD, Kankakee Co. SO, Bradley PD, Moultrie Co. SO, Paris PD, Department of Homeland Security-Enforcement and Removal, and the Illinois National Guard Counterdrug TF. Additional information about the U.S. Marshals Service can be found at

The U.S. Marshals Service was the first federal law enforcement agency in the United States to protect the federal judiciary and apprehend federal fugitives.

05/17/2026

The honors Lieutenant Yiu Tak "Lou" Tao, FBI Supervisory Police Officer. On the morning of September 11, 2001, Tao was working near the South Tower of the World Trade Center when it was struck. For weeks after the terrorist attack, he was stationed at Ground Zero, exposed to hazardous materials.

in 2022, Tao succumbed to leukemia that was either precipitated or accelerated by his exposure to toxins at the crash site.

Thank you, Lieutenant Tao for your years of dedicated service to the American people.
https://www.fbi.gov/history/wall-of-honor/yiu-tak-lou-tao

05/17/2026

The FBI Wall of Honor remembers Special Agent Christopher W. Lorek, who died during an HRT training exercise on May 17, 2013.

05/16/2026

In 2025, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center received over 201,000 complaints filed by individuals over the age of 60, totaling over $7 billion in losses.

To learn more about the top scams targeting older Americans and tips to protecting yourself, and your loved ones, visit https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/elder-fraud