Press Releases
We respond to media requests and queries through our Office of Public Affairs (OPA).
We respond to media requests and queries through our Office of Public Affairs (OPA). Reporters and journalists can contact us about HSI activities, operations, or policies at (202) 732-4646 or email HSImedia@hsi.dhs.gov.
Human Rights Violator Sentenced to Life in Prison in Rwanda
WASHINGTON — A Rwandan national previously convicted in a landmark case in the United States for concealing her participation in the Rwandan genocide has been sentenced to life in prison by a Rwandan court.
Homeland Security Investigations Launches HSI.gov
WASHINGTON — Homeland Security Investigations, the principal investigative agency within the Department of Homeland Security, today launched HSI.gov — a standalone website designed to highlight its mission to shield the United States from global threats.
South Texas Woman Sentenced for Weapons Cache Exportation
McALLEN, Texas — A South Texas woman was sentenced to federal prison for attempting to exit the country with three dozen AK-47 and AR-15 rifles and other weapons and ammunition following an investigation conducted by HSI with help from U.S. Customs and Border Protection and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
2 Traffickers Sentenced for Narcotics Smuggling Attempt
McALLEN, Texas — Two men were sentenced for their roles in a cocaine smuggling operation following an investigation conducted by HSI with help from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
HSI Philadelphia Investigation Lands Pennsylvania Man 70 Years in Prison for Torture, Weapons Convictions
HARRISBURG, Pa. — An investigation conducted by HSI Philadelphia, FBI Philadelphia and partner law enforcement agencies resulted in a Pennsylvania man being sentenced to 70 years in prison for torturing an Estonian citizen in the Kurdistan region of Iraq in 2015 and for the illegal export of weapons parts and related services.
HSI Washington, D.C. Investigation Leads to Indictment for North Korean Official
WASHINGTON — An investigation conducted by HSI Washington, D.C. led to charges against a former North Korean official for his part in a plot to violate U.S. economic sanctions.
Homeland Security Investigations Lights Up Louisiana for New Outreach Campaign, National Child Abuse Prevention Month
NEW ORLEANS — In recognition of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s new national Know2Protect™ outreach campaign and National Child Abuse Prevention Month, HSI New Orleans is working with public and private sector organizations to encourage safe online practices for children.
HSI San Juan’s iGuardians Summit Arrives in Fajardo
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — During Child Abuse Prevention Month, HSI San Juan held the long-awaited iGuardians Summit in Fajardo, the most important event on internet safety and child exploitation in Puerto Rico.
Traveler Caught With Child Sexual Abuse Material Sentenced to 8 Years
McALLEN, Texas — A Mexican citizen was sentenced to eight years for transporting child sexual abuse material following an investigation conducted by the HSI Rio Grande Valley’s Child Exploitation Task Force with help from CBP.
Puerto Rico Police Officer Indicted on Child Exploitation Charges
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico — An officer from the Puerto Rico Police Bureau was arrested on criminal charges related to child exploitation April 15.