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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Federal agent from Eagan jailed and charged with producing child sexual abuse material
A special agent with Homeland Security Investigations is jailed and accused in federal court of coercing and enticing a 17-year-old girl into sex acts, which he photographed and filmed. Timothy Ryan Gregg, 51, of Eagan, was charged Monday in U.S. District Court with producing child sexual abuse material after federal authorities say images and videos of the two engaged in sexual activity were found on her cellphone on May 29. Gregg made an initial court appearance Wednesday before Magistrate Judge Dulce Foster and was ordered to remain in federal custody at the Sherburne County Jail pending further court hearings. Gregg's attorney, Ryan Pacyga, told the Pioneer Press on Wednesday that Gregg 'had no idea he was dealing with a minor' and 'we have proof that he 100 percent had been told, repeatedly, that the alleged victim is an adult. He was repeatedly lied to about her age, which is a game changer under the law and was devastating for him to find out that she is not yet 18.' According to court documents, which were unsealed Wednesday: The girl's father told police that he found on her cellphone, which she had left behind in a car, multiple sexually explicit images and videos, including some of her and a man engaged in sex acts. The man was identified by law enforcement as Gregg, who also serves as a task force officer with the FBI. The cellphone showed that Gregg, who was listed in the girl's contacts as 'Labubu,' and the teen had sent text messages to each other and naked photos. Gregg also sent her photos and videos of the two engaged in sex in a hotel room. The girl told law enforcement that she had met Gregg through the dating/meet-up app Tinder. She said he picked her up multiple times, mostly on Sundays, and that they went to a hotel, where he took photos and videos of them engaged in sex. A check of hotel records by law enforcement showed that Gregg rented a room four times in March and twice in both April and in May, all on Sundays. Hotel employees said that Gregg would rent the rooms by himself and then bring a guest inside the hotel through the parking ramp. Gregg used his 'official ICE/HS email address to make the hotel reservations,' the complaint states. Ex-teacher of Hmong College Prep Academy in St. Paul sentenced for criminal sexual conduct with student A US judge halts the deportation of the Egyptian family of the Boulder firebombing suspect A woman testifies Sean 'Diddy' Combs gave her night terrors by dangling her from a high-rise balcony 'Felt as though they were going to kill me,' Mahtomedi man beaten and robbed of casino winnings says in court 40 St. Paul street lights stripped of copper wiring, though reports are down overall 'The U.S. Attorney's Office will always hold defendants in positions of public trust to account, particularly when they commit crimes against vulnerable children,' acting U.S. Attorney Joseph Thompson said Wednesday in a written statement. 'I am proud of the swift and decisive action of the FBI and the Rochester Police Department, who responded immediately and worked together to take Gregg safely into custody.' Alvin Winston Sr., special agent in charge of FBI Minneapolis, said the case against Gregg 'represent a gross violation of both the law and the responsibilities entrusted to those who wear a badge.' Meanwhile, Pacyga, Gregg's attorney, said he has had a 'long, distinguished career in law enforcement and has dedicated his life to public service. He is more than what he is accused of here, and we will see him through this.'
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Rochester Police Department assists in federal case involving FBI task force officer charged with CSAM
Jun. 4—MINNEAPOLIS — The Rochester Police Department helped the U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota after a criminal sexual conduct investigation led to the arrest of a man employed as an FBI task force officer and Homeland Security agent. Timothy Ryan Gregg, 51, of Eagan, was charged on Tuesday, June 3, in federal court with production of child sexual abuse materials. He is accused of taking photos and videos of a teenager engaging in sexual acts. Although the name of the police department involved is redacted in court documents, the U.S. Attorney's Office in Minnesota thanked the Rochester Police Department for its assistance with the investigation. "I am proud of the swift and decisive action of the FBI and the Rochester Police Department, who responded immediately and worked together to take Gregg safely into custody," Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph Thompson said. The police department mentioned in court documents responded to a complaint alleging criminal sexual conduct on May 29. Officers then alerted FBI Minneapolis. Images and videos found on the 17-year-old's phone showed the minor engaging in sexually explicit activity with an older man, identified as Gregg. "The allegations in this case represent a gross violation of both the law and the responsibilities entrusted to those who wear a badge," FBI Minneapolis's Special Agent in Charge Alvin M. Winston Sr. said. "There is no place in law enforcement — or in any position of public trust — for those who exploit minors. The FBI remains steadfast in our commitment to investigate such acts and ensure that no one is above the law, regardless of their rank or role." According to the affidavit in support of the criminal complaint, the father of a 17-year-old told officers he discovered multiple sexually explicit images and videos involving the child and a man on the child's phone. The father said he discovered the sexually explicit files after his daughter left her phone in his vehicle. According to court documents, her phone contained text messages from a contact labeled "Labubu." The text messages contained messages and photographs of an older white man. The individual was identified as Gregg, a special agent with Homeland Security investigations and a task force officer with the FBI, court documents said. The 17-year-old told police she met Gregg on Tinder. She said she saw Gregg multiple times when he would drive her to a local hotel. She told police he took photographs and videos of their sexual interactions. Court documents said officers went to the hotel and discovered Gregg stayed there nine times since March. Hotel employees said Gregg normally came and left alone, but he could bring a guest into the hotel through the parking ramp. Gregg used his official U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement/Homeland Security email to make the reservations, court documents said. Gregg made his initial appearance in court on Wednesday, June 4.
USA Today
6 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Gonzaga forward Ben Gregg to work out for Boston Celtics
Gonzaga forward Ben Gregg to work out for Boston Celtics The Boston Celtics may not be playing in the postseason, but they are anything but idle with the 2025 NBA draft coming on June 25. The Celtics have been working out prospects for the two picks they have, No. 28 in the first round and No. 32 in the second, and among the players the Celtics will bring in is Gonzaga forward Ben Gregg, per Gregg himself. Speaking at a workout for the Portland Trail Blazers, the Gonzaga swingman shared that he will work out for the Celtics on Wednesday, and has gotten feedback from a few teams he has already met with. "My ability to stretch the floor as a big man, that's been a strength of mine throughout these workouts," he offered, noting NBA-level defense is an area where he needs to get better. "Guys at this level are so fast and athletic," said the Gonzaga alum. "So just being able to stay in front of quicker guys has been the main thing for me." A rough year from beyond the arc likely hurt his stock, with the former Bulldog hitting just 27.1% from 3 last season, compared to 37.7% the prior two campaigns. A 6-foot-10 forward who logged 9.1 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 35 games with Gonzaga last season, Gregg could be a sneaky good get for Boston as a developmental project for the future. He is not mocked in either round by most analysts, and could be a player Boston is watching as a player to sign if Gregg doesn't get picked up by the end of the second round, or if the Celtics trade back. The former Bulldog plays more in the midrange and cutting to the cup, but his past success from deep makes for an intriguing mix for his size.
USA Today
6 days ago
- Business
- USA Today
Gonzaga forward Ben Gregg wants to showcase shooting in draft workouts
Gonzaga forward Ben Gregg wants to showcase shooting in draft workouts Ben Gregg had a down year shooting last season, and the former Gonzaga forward has made that a point of emphasis in workouts ahead of the 2025 NBA draft. Gregg averaged 9.1 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 35 games as a fifth-year senior with the Bulldogs. He ranked 10th in the country in 2-point field-goal percentage (72.9) and ninth in the West Coast Conference in offensive rebounds (67). The 6-foot-10 standout shot 27.1% from 3-point range on two attempts per game this past season after converting 37.7% from beyond the arc over the previous two seasons. He wants to show teams that he can be a consistent floor spacer at the next level. "I think my numbers, I struggled last year," Gregg said Tuesday after working out with the Portland Trail Blazers. "My 3-point numbers were a little down last year, so I just want to prove that I can still shoot the ball, and it was kind of an off-year for me." Gregg finished in double figures 13 times last season, with four 20-point performances. He tied a season-high with 24 points on a perfect 10-of-10 shooting from the field in a win over Portland on Jan. 25, becoming the ninth player in conference history with 10 made shots without a miss. The 22-year-old is also working to improve his defensive abilities to better guard smaller players. He understands that skill set will be required to get on the court at the next level. "Obviously, defense I need to improve is the biggest feedback (from teams), being able to guard quicker guys," Gregg said. "Guys at this level are so fast and athletic, so just being able to stay in front of quicker guys has been the main thing for me." Gregg said his workout with the Trail Blazers on Tuesday was his fifth this draft cycle. He is scheduled to visit the Boston Celtics on Wednesday, with additional stops to be scheduled over the next three weeks, before the draft on June 25-26. The former Oregon Gatorade Player of the Year isn't currently projected to be selected this year, although he isn't getting caught up in mock drafts or things beyond his control. He wants to stay prepared for his next workout and continue to improve both on and off the court. "I'm running my own race right now," Gregg said. "I'm not really focused on the number where I'm getting drafted, where I get drafted to or if I get picked up (as) a free agent after the draft. I'm just kind of running my own race, and whatever happens, happens. Everything happens for a reason; it's God's plan. I'm taking it day by day and enjoying the process."
Daily Mirror
7 days ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
Greggs quietly axes fan favourite menu item leaving Brits 'devastated'
First launched in 2016, the Chargrill Chicken Oval Bite featured grilled chicken, salad leaves, tomato and cucumber slices, toppedwith honey mustard mayonnaise in a seeded oval bun. Greggs has quietly axed one of its popular lunchtime menu items leaving fans "devastated". The high street bakery chain has taken its Chargrill Chicken Oval Bite off its menus nationwide. First launched in 2016, the Chargrill Chicken Oval Bite featured grilled chicken, salad leaves, tomato and cucumber slices, topped with honey mustard mayonnaise in a seeded oval bun. The menu item was launched as part of Gregg's healthier lunch range, with all the items including sandwiches, salads, soups and some sweet treats, under 400 calories or less. All the items in this range also met the amber and green on the Food Standards Agency traffic light system for fat, saturated fat, salt and sugar. Chargrill Chicken Oval Bite would set you back around £3.35 and had 361 calories. A spokesperson for Greggs said the bite had been dropped to make way for their new Roast Chicken Salad Roll, which launched in May. Priced at £2.90, the new roll features slices of roast chicken breast, tomato, cucumber, mixed leaf salad, and seasoned mayonnaise in a white and wholemeal roll. Although the new chicken sandwich is not too different from the old one, fans were not happy about the axing. A disgruntled Greggs fan posted on Reddit earlier this week, questioning where it had gone. They said: "I've literally checked five different Greggs locations in the past week and they haven't had the Chargrill Chicken Oval Bite in stock. They don't even have the little name tag on shelves, are they axing this? It was my favourite since I was wee and I'd be devastated lol." Another commented: "Aye, can't find it in any I've been in." A third added: "Ffs that was my idea of a healthy option. Two sausage rolls it is then." Greggs often shakes up its menu items, often bringing back items that have previously been discontinued. This means the Chargrill Chicken Oval Bite could make a return one day. From universal credit to furlough, employment rights, travel updates and emergency financial aid - we've got all of the big financial stories you need to know about right now. Last month, Greggs announced that it had opened 20 new high street stores this financial year. The new opening come as the bakery chain aims to open another 150 new sites this year. The new openings mean that Greggs now has 2,638 sites, with an aim of having more than 4,500 locations across the country. According to its latest results, the new openings helped drive a 7.4% increase in total sales to over £784million in the first 20 weeks of this year. Over the same period, like-for-like sales rose by over 2.9%, going up from 1.7% in the first nine weeks. Greggs says the rise in sales is due to its expanded menu. Alongside this, the group has also embraced longer opening hours into the evening, increased delivery sales through Just Eat and Uber Eats, and launched the Greggs App.
