DoD Office of Inspector General Defense Criminal Investigative Service

🕯️ We will never forget.🕯️ On this 24th anniversary of the terrorist attacks, we pause to honor the lives lost on a day that forever changed history. We remember the families of the fallen and the sacrifices of first responders. At the DoD OIG we are dedicated to oversight which is critical to ensuring the DoD meets its mission to provide the military force needed to deter war and ensure our nation’s security. The DoD OIG's law enforcement arm, the Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS), was part of the U.S. government's response to 9/11. DCIS Special Agents reflect on their experiences. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ewyfwXrP

As the 24th anniversary of the 9/11 terror attacks approaches, the DoD OIG joins the nation in remembering the lives lost on that tragic day. We will never forget the sacrifices of first responders, volunteers, and those who are ill or have since succumbed to 9-11 related diseases. Take a listen as a Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS) Special Agent recalls his experience as part of the U.S. government response.

➡️ ICYMI: Laboratory CEO, Marketers, and Physicians to Pay Over $6M to Settle Allegations of Management Service Organization and other Lab Testing Kickbacks Learn about this case 🔗 https://lnkd.in/e6PCVU7V #FalseClaimsAct

🗓️ #OTD 🗓️ On this date 43 years ago, Congress amended the Inspector General Act of 1978 thereby establishing the Department of Defense Office of Inspector General (DoD OIG) as an independent and objective unit. The IG Act charges the DoD OIG to promote the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness related to the DoD's programs and operations through conducting investigations and audits. Additionally, the DoD OIG's purpose is to prevent and detect #Fraud and #Abuse in those programs and operations, keep Congress informed about deficiences and the necessity for and progress of corrective action.

🎓 Congratulations Class 295! 🎓 Another Defense Criminal Investigative Service (DCIS) Special Agent becomes a graduate of a renowned program for law enforcement leaders around the world. DCIS’s own Resident Agent in Charge Brian Grant graduated this week from the FBI National Academy. The 10-week professional course of study known for its academic excellence, focuses on strengthening relationships, sharing resources, and meeting the evolving challenges of modern law enforcement. The graduates also spent time outside of the classroom. Graduates run more than six miles on a strenuous trail with obstacles known as the Yellow Brick Road. U.S. Marines built the trail in Quantico, Virginia and those who successfully complete it receive a yellow brick. #DCIS #ProtectingAmericasWarfighters #YellowBrickRoad

📰DCIS in the News 📰 Government Contractor Agrees to Pay $3.1 Million to Resolve Alleged Violations of the False Claims Act Read all about the case here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eddYQCFC

A person dies from suicide every 11 minutes in the United States, as of 2023. September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. YOU can help prevent suicide, here's how: ➡️ Check in on people regularly ➡️ Know the warning signs of withdrawl, hopelessness, changes in mood or behavior ➡️ Listen without judgement ➡️ Connect those in crisis with resources Free resources are available. The Veterans Crisis Line: call 800-273-8255 and press 1, or text 838255 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988

Although the way we work has evolved in this digital age, at the DoD OIG our committment to our mission and core values is enduring. Wishing you a happy #LaborDay.

📰 Press release 📰 Former Department of Labor Employee Indicted for Fraudulently Obtaining Over $40,000 in Pandemic Unemployment Assistance Benefits Read all about it: 🔗https://lnkd.in/egtKgmti

🌐 Combatting corruption and detecting and deterring waste, fraud and abuse is a team sport. 🌐 At a recent international visitor exchange, The DoD OIG, alongside other members of the inspectors general community, partnered with the U.S. Department of State to share best practices about combatting corruption and fighting fraud with a visiting delegation from the Republic of Kazakhstan's Prosecutors General's Office. Leaders from the DoD OIG's Defense Criminal Investigative Services (#DCIS) and Overseas Contingency Operations shared their expertise and experience in the discussion. The Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency and U.S. Department of State sponsored the event. The U.S. Government Accountability Office and the Export-Import Bank of the United States Offices of Inspectors General also participated.