Man Convicted of Posing as a Flight Attendant and Receiving Over 120 Free Flights

The **U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of Florida (USAO-SDFL)** serves as the chief federal law enforcement entity in the southern region of Florida, encompassing key urban centers such as Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, and Ft. Pierce, with an unstaffed office in Key West[1]. Established as part of the federal judicial system, it operates under the leadership of the United States Attorney, currently Jason A. Reding Quiñones, who was sworn in August 2025. He brings extensive experience from his previous roles as a federal prosecutor, trial judge, and national security official, alongside a distinguished military career[3]. The USAO is structured into several divisions: Executive, Criminal, Civil, Asset Forfeiture, Appellate, and Administrative. The Executive Division oversees operations, training, public affairs, and victim-witness assistance, ensuring comprehensive support for victims of various crimes including sexual battery and child abuse, while providing community education and professional training[1][2]. The Criminal Division tackles a broad array of federal offenses, from drug trafficking and organized crime to cybercrime, reflecting the district’s strategic importance due to its proximity to international borders and major ports. Historically, the office has played a significant role in combating complex financial crimes, drug cartels, and terrorism-related cases, maintaining robust enforcement in a dynamic socio-economic environment that intersects business, technology, and international trade. Its notable achievements include high-profile prosecutions that have disrupted transnational criminal networks and safeguarded critical infrastructure. Currently, the USAO continues to adapt to emerging threats, leveraging legal expertise and collaboration with federal agencies to address challenges in cybersecurity, intellectual property theft, and cross-border criminal activities. Its role is vital not only in law enforcement but also in supporting the judicial system and providing victim services in a diverse and economically significant region of Florida[1][3]. This makes it a pivotal institution for stakeholders interested in the intersection of law, business, and technology