I hope you take the time to read this ... To understand what the
> flag draped coffin really means ... Here is how to understand the flag
> that laid upon it and is surrendered to so many widows and widowers.
>
> Do you know that at military funerals, the 21-gun salute stands
> for the sum of the numbers in the year 1776?
>
> Have you ever noticed the honor guard pays meticulous attention
> to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times? You
> probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we
> learn something new every day!
>
> The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.
>
> The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.
>
> The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans
> departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of
> the country to attain peace throughout the world.
>
> The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American
> citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well
> as in time of war for His divine guidance.
>
> The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of
> Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she
> always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'
>
> The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their
> heart that They pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States Of
> America, and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God,
> indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
>
> The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through
> the Armed Forces that they protect their country and their flag against
> all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries
> of their republic.
>
> The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley
> of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
>
> The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood, and Mothers. For it has
> been through their faith, their love, loyalty and devotion that the
> character of the men and women who have made this country great has been
> molded.
>
> The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given
> his sons and daughters for the defense of their country since they were
> first born.
>
> The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King
> David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of
> Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
>
> The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in
> the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
>
> The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars
> are uppermost reminding them of their nations motto, 'In God We Trust.'
>
> After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on
> the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who
> served under General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who
> served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their
> comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States,
> preserving for them the rights, privileges and freedoms they enjoy
> today.
>
> There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have
> deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will
> know why.
>
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Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Monday, April 27, 2009
new email scams
CIRCULATION OF FRAUDULENT E-MAIL CLAIMING TO BE FROM U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION (CBP)
04/27/09—A spam e-mail claiming to be from former CBP Assistant Commissioner Thomas S. Winkowski is currently being circulated. This attempt to defraud is the typical e-mail scam using the name and reputation of a federal government official to create an air of authenticity.
The spam e-mail indicates the CBP has stopped a Diplomat who is carrying a consignment to be delivered to the recipient’s residence. This consignment allegedly contains millions of dollars, which is revealed to be an inheritance for the e-mail recipient.
As with many other scams, this e-mail advises the recipient they will be permitted to access this inheritance once the recipient has given the sender of the e-mail their personal information.
This e-mail is a hoax. Do not respond.
04/27/09—A spam e-mail claiming to be from former CBP Assistant Commissioner Thomas S. Winkowski is currently being circulated. This attempt to defraud is the typical e-mail scam using the name and reputation of a federal government official to create an air of authenticity.
The spam e-mail indicates the CBP has stopped a Diplomat who is carrying a consignment to be delivered to the recipient’s residence. This consignment allegedly contains millions of dollars, which is revealed to be an inheritance for the e-mail recipient.
As with many other scams, this e-mail advises the recipient they will be permitted to access this inheritance once the recipient has given the sender of the e-mail their personal information.
This e-mail is a hoax. Do not respond.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
us marshalls
For Immediate Release
Contact:
April 21, 2009 Northern District of Florida - Pensacola
Dominic Guadagnoli, Public Affairs Officer (850) 554-6602;
USMS Headquarters Public Affairs (202) 307-9065
Murder Suspect in DeFuniak Springs Shooting Captured by U.S. Marshals Task Force in Tampa
Tampa, FL – Thomas Ford McCoy wanted in connection for the murder of a DeFuniak Springs man less than two weeks ago was apprehended earlier today by the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force when he was shot by a Deputy after McCoy pulled a gun on task force officers. The Marshals were conducting surveillance at a hotel in Tampa after the Marshals in Pensacola contacted them this morning. The Marshals Office in Pensacola received the information from Walton County Sheriff’s Office after it was developed as part of the ongoing fugitive investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies. According to the Marshals in Tampa, McCoy, 42, exited the hotel and was spotted by them. The Marshals confronted McCoy and ordered him to the ground. When McCoy started to comply he drew a handgun on officers and was shot by a Deputy U.S. Marshal. Information has been provided to the Marshals in Pensacola that McCoy was shot in the shoulder and buttocks. It is unknown at this time if the gun he used was the weapon being sought in the investigation and the severity of his injuries. Marshals in Tampa report that he was transported to a local hospital. According to the U.S. Marshals at the scene, the truck that McCoy had escaped in was found there but it appeared that he had been spray painting it to change its appearance.
Several days after the shooting, The U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force had received a request from Walton County Sheriff’s Office to aid in McCoy’s capture. They have been working with them and investigators as well as investigators from many of the surrounding jurisdictions including from the FDLE.
“This was an intense investigation that took a lot of man hours and sacrifices on the part of all those involved.” “But it is that type of cooperation that eventually leads to capturing these dangerous fugitives,” said Dennis Williamson, U.S. Marshal for the Northern District of Florida.
The Florida Regional Fugitive Task Force in Pensacola is comprised of officers from the U.S. Marshals Office, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Escambia, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Offices, Milton, Pensacola, Ft. Walton Beach and Niceville Police Departments.
Contact:
April 21, 2009 Northern District of Florida - Pensacola
Dominic Guadagnoli, Public Affairs Officer (850) 554-6602;
USMS Headquarters Public Affairs (202) 307-9065
Murder Suspect in DeFuniak Springs Shooting Captured by U.S. Marshals Task Force in Tampa
Tampa, FL – Thomas Ford McCoy wanted in connection for the murder of a DeFuniak Springs man less than two weeks ago was apprehended earlier today by the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force when he was shot by a Deputy after McCoy pulled a gun on task force officers. The Marshals were conducting surveillance at a hotel in Tampa after the Marshals in Pensacola contacted them this morning. The Marshals Office in Pensacola received the information from Walton County Sheriff’s Office after it was developed as part of the ongoing fugitive investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies. According to the Marshals in Tampa, McCoy, 42, exited the hotel and was spotted by them. The Marshals confronted McCoy and ordered him to the ground. When McCoy started to comply he drew a handgun on officers and was shot by a Deputy U.S. Marshal. Information has been provided to the Marshals in Pensacola that McCoy was shot in the shoulder and buttocks. It is unknown at this time if the gun he used was the weapon being sought in the investigation and the severity of his injuries. Marshals in Tampa report that he was transported to a local hospital. According to the U.S. Marshals at the scene, the truck that McCoy had escaped in was found there but it appeared that he had been spray painting it to change its appearance.
Several days after the shooting, The U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force had received a request from Walton County Sheriff’s Office to aid in McCoy’s capture. They have been working with them and investigators as well as investigators from many of the surrounding jurisdictions including from the FDLE.
“This was an intense investigation that took a lot of man hours and sacrifices on the part of all those involved.” “But it is that type of cooperation that eventually leads to capturing these dangerous fugitives,” said Dennis Williamson, U.S. Marshal for the Northern District of Florida.
The Florida Regional Fugitive Task Force in Pensacola is comprised of officers from the U.S. Marshals Office, Florida Department of Law Enforcement, Escambia, Okaloosa and Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Offices, Milton, Pensacola, Ft. Walton Beach and Niceville Police Departments.
new most wanted
NEW MOST WANTED TERRORIST
First Domestic Fugitive Added to List
04/21/09
Daniel San Diego is wanted for his alleged role in the bombings of two San Francisco biotech facilities in 2003. See Wanted Poster
An animal rights extremist wanted for allegedly bombing two San Francisco-area office buildings in 2003 has been added to our Most Wanted Terrorists list—the first domestic terrorist to be included with international terrorists such as Usama Bin Laden.
Daniel Andreas San Diego, 31, should be considered armed and dangerous. His domestic acts of terror were planned to destroy property, to cause economic hardship for the companies he targeted, and possibly to take lives—one of his bombs was laced with nails to create potentially deadly shrapnel. We are offering a reward of up to $250,000 for information directly leading to his arrest.
“We have added San Diego to the Most Wanted Terrorists list to increase public awareness about this domestic terrorist fugitive and to aid in his arrest,” said Michael J. Heimbach, Assistant Director of our Counterterrorism Division, at a press conference today at FBI Headquarters in Washington. “We will not relent until San Diego is apprehended and his potential for future acts of violence and destruction is eliminated.”
Animal rights and environmental extremism pose a significant domestic terror threat. To date, extremists have been responsible for more than 1,800 criminal acts and more than $110 million in damages. Currently, we are investigating approximately 170 such extremist incidents across the country.
San Diego, known to be involved with a group called SHAC—Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty—is wanted for his alleged involvement in bombing two biotech facilities that did business with Huntingdon Life Sciences, a company that conducts animal experimentation for the medical and pharmaceutical industries.
Podcast: Wanted by the FBI
A special agent describes the hunt for Daniel San Diego.
The first bombing occurred on August 28, 2003, outside Chiron Life Science Center in Emeryville, California. When authorities responded, a second bomb was discovered, but exploded before it could be disarmed, raising the possibility that the device was planted specifically to target first responders.
Less than a month later, another bomb exploded outside a company based in Pleasanton, California. That bomb was made with metal nails to create more powerful shrapnel and destruction.
Daniel San Diego has distinctive tattoos—one on his chest is round and shows burning hills and plains with the words “It only takes a spark.” See More Images
After each crime, claims of responsibility were posted on the Internet demanding that the businesses end their affiliation with Huntingdon Life Sciences. Future violence was threatened if these demands were not met. Fortunately, no one died in the explosions, but property damage was extensive.
San Diego was initially identified as a suspect after being stopped by a local police officer for a minor traffic violation in Pleasanton about an hour before the Pleasanton bombing. A subsequent search of his home and vehicle revealed bomb-making materials similar to those used in both attacks, and he was later indicted for the crimes.
San Diego has been on the run since October 2003. He is six feet tall, weighs about 160 pounds, and has brown hair and brown eyes. He wears glasses, is known to carry a 9mm handgun, has traveled internationally, and may be living out of the country, possibly in Costa Rica. He is a vegan, and avoids consuming or wearing anything made with animal products. He also has distinctive tattoos—one on his chest is round and shows burning hills and plains with the words “It only takes a spark.”
We need your help. If you have information you believe may be helpful to the investigation, contact our San Francisco office or submit a tip on our Tips and Public Leads page.
Resources:
- Press Release
- Most Wanted Terrorists | San Diego Wanted Poster
First Domestic Fugitive Added to List
04/21/09
Daniel San Diego is wanted for his alleged role in the bombings of two San Francisco biotech facilities in 2003. See Wanted Poster
An animal rights extremist wanted for allegedly bombing two San Francisco-area office buildings in 2003 has been added to our Most Wanted Terrorists list—the first domestic terrorist to be included with international terrorists such as Usama Bin Laden.
Daniel Andreas San Diego, 31, should be considered armed and dangerous. His domestic acts of terror were planned to destroy property, to cause economic hardship for the companies he targeted, and possibly to take lives—one of his bombs was laced with nails to create potentially deadly shrapnel. We are offering a reward of up to $250,000 for information directly leading to his arrest.
“We have added San Diego to the Most Wanted Terrorists list to increase public awareness about this domestic terrorist fugitive and to aid in his arrest,” said Michael J. Heimbach, Assistant Director of our Counterterrorism Division, at a press conference today at FBI Headquarters in Washington. “We will not relent until San Diego is apprehended and his potential for future acts of violence and destruction is eliminated.”
Animal rights and environmental extremism pose a significant domestic terror threat. To date, extremists have been responsible for more than 1,800 criminal acts and more than $110 million in damages. Currently, we are investigating approximately 170 such extremist incidents across the country.
San Diego, known to be involved with a group called SHAC—Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty—is wanted for his alleged involvement in bombing two biotech facilities that did business with Huntingdon Life Sciences, a company that conducts animal experimentation for the medical and pharmaceutical industries.
Podcast: Wanted by the FBI
A special agent describes the hunt for Daniel San Diego.
The first bombing occurred on August 28, 2003, outside Chiron Life Science Center in Emeryville, California. When authorities responded, a second bomb was discovered, but exploded before it could be disarmed, raising the possibility that the device was planted specifically to target first responders.
Less than a month later, another bomb exploded outside a company based in Pleasanton, California. That bomb was made with metal nails to create more powerful shrapnel and destruction.
Daniel San Diego has distinctive tattoos—one on his chest is round and shows burning hills and plains with the words “It only takes a spark.” See More Images
After each crime, claims of responsibility were posted on the Internet demanding that the businesses end their affiliation with Huntingdon Life Sciences. Future violence was threatened if these demands were not met. Fortunately, no one died in the explosions, but property damage was extensive.
San Diego was initially identified as a suspect after being stopped by a local police officer for a minor traffic violation in Pleasanton about an hour before the Pleasanton bombing. A subsequent search of his home and vehicle revealed bomb-making materials similar to those used in both attacks, and he was later indicted for the crimes.
San Diego has been on the run since October 2003. He is six feet tall, weighs about 160 pounds, and has brown hair and brown eyes. He wears glasses, is known to carry a 9mm handgun, has traveled internationally, and may be living out of the country, possibly in Costa Rica. He is a vegan, and avoids consuming or wearing anything made with animal products. He also has distinctive tattoos—one on his chest is round and shows burning hills and plains with the words “It only takes a spark.”
We need your help. If you have information you believe may be helpful to the investigation, contact our San Francisco office or submit a tip on our Tips and Public Leads page.
Resources:
- Press Release
- Most Wanted Terrorists | San Diego Wanted Poster
Friday, April 17, 2009
work at home scams
WORK-AT-HOME SCAMS
Job One: Don't Take the Bait
04/17/09
Everyone’s seen them—seductive work-at-home opportunities hyped in flyers tacked to telephone poles, in newspaper classifieds, in your e-mail, and all over the web, promising you hundreds or thousands of dollars a week for typing, stuffing envelopes, processing medical billing, etc. And it’s just a phone call or mouse click away…
Might be tempting during these uncertain economic times, but beware of any offers that promise easy money for minimum effort—many are scams that fill the coffers of criminals.
Here are a few of the most common work-at-home scams.
Advance-fee: Starting a home-based business is easy! Just invest a few hundred dollars in inventory, set-up, and training materials, they say. Of course, if and when the materials do come, they are totally worthless…and you’re stuck with the bill.
Counterfeit check-facilitated "mystery shopper:" You’re sent a hefty check and asked to deposit it into your bank account, then withdraw funds to shop and check out the service of local stores and wire transfer companies. You keep a small amount of the money for your “work,” but then, as instructed, mail or wire the rest to your “employer.” Sound good? One problem: the initial check was phony, and by the time your bank notifies you, your money is long gone and you’re on the hook for the counterfeit check.
Pyramid schemes: You’re hired as a “distributor” and shell out big bucks for promotional materials and product inventories with little value (like get-rich quick pamphlets). You’re promised money for recruiting more distributors, so you talk friends and family into participating. The scheme grows exponentially but then falls apart—the only ones who make a profit are the criminals who started it.
Unknowing involvement in criminal activity: Criminals—often located overseas—sometimes use unwitting victims to advance their operations, steal and launder money, and maintain anonymity. For example, they may “hire" you as a U.S.-based agent to receive and re-ship checks, merchandise, and solicitations to other potential victims…without you realizing it’s all a ruse that leaves no trail back to the crooks.
More Scam Stories
- Spear Phishing
- Car Cloning
- Illegal Online Pharmacies
Add identity theft to the mix. As if these schemes aren’t bad enough, many also lead to identity theft. During the application process, you’re often asked to provide personal information that can be used to steal from your bank account or establish new credit cards in your name.
On the job. A host of law enforcement and regulatory agencies, including the FBI, investigate these schemes and track down those responsible. But the most effective weapon against these fraudsters is you not falling for the scams in the first place.
A few tips:
Contact the Better Business Bureau to determine the legitimacy of the company.
Be suspicious when money is required up front for instructions or products.
Don’t provide personal information when first interacting with your prospective employer.
Do your own research into legitimate work-at-home opportunities, using the “Work-at-Home Sourcebook” and other resources that may be available at your local library.
Ask lots of questions of potential employers—legitimate companies will have answers for you!
And if you think you’ve been the victim of a work-at-home scam, file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission’s Consumer Sentinel or our Internet Crime Complaint Center
Job One: Don't Take the Bait
04/17/09
Everyone’s seen them—seductive work-at-home opportunities hyped in flyers tacked to telephone poles, in newspaper classifieds, in your e-mail, and all over the web, promising you hundreds or thousands of dollars a week for typing, stuffing envelopes, processing medical billing, etc. And it’s just a phone call or mouse click away…
Might be tempting during these uncertain economic times, but beware of any offers that promise easy money for minimum effort—many are scams that fill the coffers of criminals.
Here are a few of the most common work-at-home scams.
Advance-fee: Starting a home-based business is easy! Just invest a few hundred dollars in inventory, set-up, and training materials, they say. Of course, if and when the materials do come, they are totally worthless…and you’re stuck with the bill.
Counterfeit check-facilitated "mystery shopper:" You’re sent a hefty check and asked to deposit it into your bank account, then withdraw funds to shop and check out the service of local stores and wire transfer companies. You keep a small amount of the money for your “work,” but then, as instructed, mail or wire the rest to your “employer.” Sound good? One problem: the initial check was phony, and by the time your bank notifies you, your money is long gone and you’re on the hook for the counterfeit check.
Pyramid schemes: You’re hired as a “distributor” and shell out big bucks for promotional materials and product inventories with little value (like get-rich quick pamphlets). You’re promised money for recruiting more distributors, so you talk friends and family into participating. The scheme grows exponentially but then falls apart—the only ones who make a profit are the criminals who started it.
Unknowing involvement in criminal activity: Criminals—often located overseas—sometimes use unwitting victims to advance their operations, steal and launder money, and maintain anonymity. For example, they may “hire" you as a U.S.-based agent to receive and re-ship checks, merchandise, and solicitations to other potential victims…without you realizing it’s all a ruse that leaves no trail back to the crooks.
More Scam Stories
- Spear Phishing
- Car Cloning
- Illegal Online Pharmacies
Add identity theft to the mix. As if these schemes aren’t bad enough, many also lead to identity theft. During the application process, you’re often asked to provide personal information that can be used to steal from your bank account or establish new credit cards in your name.
On the job. A host of law enforcement and regulatory agencies, including the FBI, investigate these schemes and track down those responsible. But the most effective weapon against these fraudsters is you not falling for the scams in the first place.
A few tips:
Contact the Better Business Bureau to determine the legitimacy of the company.
Be suspicious when money is required up front for instructions or products.
Don’t provide personal information when first interacting with your prospective employer.
Do your own research into legitimate work-at-home opportunities, using the “Work-at-Home Sourcebook” and other resources that may be available at your local library.
Ask lots of questions of potential employers—legitimate companies will have answers for you!
And if you think you’ve been the victim of a work-at-home scam, file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission’s Consumer Sentinel or our Internet Crime Complaint Center
Thursday, April 16, 2009
US MARSHALLS
April 15, 2009 - The U.S. Marshals announce the capture of Joseph Elias George Ettima, 25, one of the service’s 15 Most Wanted fugitives. Ettima was arrested by Mexican authorities Monday in Mexico City and deported to Los Angeles late last evening. Ettima was wanted in California in connection with the murder of his grandmother. Along with the homicide charge, he is also wanted for robbery, arson, child endangerment and parole violation.
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April 15, 2009 - In December of 2008, the United States Marshals DFW FAST initiated “Operation Rain” focusing on sex offenders, specifically those involved in sexual crimes against children as well as non-registered sex offenders that could be prosecuted under the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act. “Operation Rain” , which stands for Research, Arrest, Indict, Now was divided into two phases. DFW FAST “Researched” numerous felony warrants and during Phase I identified sex offenders wanted by various agencies within the Dallas & Fort Worth area. On December 9, 2008, task force officers conducted an intensive three day enforcement effort to kick off the operation “Arresting” 34 of the initially identified offenders.
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April 15, 2009 - In December of 2008, the United States Marshals DFW FAST initiated “Operation Rain” focusing on sex offenders, specifically those involved in sexual crimes against children as well as non-registered sex offenders that could be prosecuted under the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act. “Operation Rain” , which stands for Research, Arrest, Indict, Now was divided into two phases. DFW FAST “Researched” numerous felony warrants and during Phase I identified sex offenders wanted by various agencies within the Dallas & Fort Worth area. On December 9, 2008, task force officers conducted an intensive three day enforcement effort to kick off the operation “Arresting” 34 of the initially identified offenders.
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