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Aug. 1, 2024 | By Todd Beveridge
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#NCIS forensic consultants are able to make sense of complex investigation scenes using advanced technology such as the #FARO terrestrial laser scanner and #drone imagery. For more, visit https://t.co/NhkK2BA4rL. https://t.co/StAVX2zJnc
An #NCIS Supervisory Special Agent received the U.S. Attorney’s “Excellence in the Pursuit of Justice” Award for extraordinary work on a complex child abuse homicide case in the Southern District of California. #Justice #Excellence #DOJ https://t.co/Vit6nUEAzh
Closing 2025, #NCIS thanks Sailors, Marines, civilians & partners who strengthened our mission worldwide. 2026 reaffirms our commitment to protect naval forces through #CyberDefense, #Counterintelligence, #DrugInterdiction, #ICACSupport & #GlobalSecurity operations. #HappyNewYear https://t.co/1irpBWqFRH
From numerous successful forward facing events to countless protective service operations—2025 was a year of mission impact for #NCIS. Wherever Sailors and Marines serve, we stand ready to protect. #YearInReview #MissionReady #ProtectingTheFleet https://t.co/cLXkeH2IhN
In 2025, #NCIS strengthened border security by deploying Special Agents aboard @USNavy destroyers and supporting interagency task forces to detect, deter, and disrupt transnational threats. #SouthernBorder #USNORTHCOM #MissionReadiness #ForceProtection https://t.co/CmeqTAuOkO
In 2025 #NCIS strengthened maritime security worldwide—supporting #VBSS training, multinational interdictions & deployed operations aboard @USNavy destroyers. Special Agents helped safeguard sea lanes & protect Sailors & Marines wherever the mission demanded #MaritimeOperations https://t.co/fdAB5YvtL8
In 2025 #NCIS advanced critical #investigations that protected Sailors, Marines & their families #AroundTheGlobe. Each case NCIS participated in strengthened the safety of our communities & reinforced our mission to safeguard the Navy & Marine Corps #ProtectTheFleet #MissionReady https://t.co/1gsmGkL8X7
#NCIS #K9 teams had a standout year in 2025. With multiple new teams, our #ESDK9 supported worldwide events, human trafficking investigations, specialized searches, VIP visits & partners. Proud of our handlers & their K9 partners for expanding NCIS’ #GlobalImpact #MissionReady https://t.co/7NXDLk8MHi
From #FleetWeek to #TalismanSabre25, #NCIS provided expeditionary law enforcement & counterintelligence support around the globe in 2025 — ensuring mission readiness & strengthening partnerships that protect Sailors & Marines everywhere #ForceProtection #GlobalPartnerships https://t.co/65JuD5AuJt
Wishing a Merry Christmas to the Sailors, Marines, and families who serve our nation with honor - especially those standing the watch this holiday season. #NCIS is grateful for your service and remains committed to protecting you wherever duty calls. #MissionReady https://t.co/Gx95Ma0Jx9
#NCIS personnel from HQ and field offices joined local partners for “Shop With a Cop” events nationwide—helping brighten the holiday season for children and families in our communities. Proud to serve, on duty and beyond. #ShopWithACop #CommunityEngagement https://t.co/j7k61pwczK
@Real_ArmyCI @USArmy We enjoyed our time together and are looking forward to future engagements.
Thank you to BG Sean F Stinchon, CG of @USArmy Counterintelligence Command, & his leadership team for joining us @ #NCIS HQ to discuss our shared mission to protect service members & the importance of synchronizing efforts in the #counterintelligence fight against our adversaries https://t.co/PU9cG9D0JH
#NCIS Director Omar Lopez met w/ Commander of @US7thFleet Vice Adm Hannifin & @IIIMEF CG Lt Gen Turner in Japan last week to discuss NCIS expanding its support in furtherance of @USNavy & @USMC efforts to promote regional stability, deterrence, & rapid response capabilities https://t.co/RJcBMH6LQm
#NCIS Director Omar Lopez met w/ Commander of @US7thFleet Vice Adm Hannifin & @IIIMEF CG Lt Gen Turner in Japan to discuss NCIS expanding its support in furtherance of @USNavy & @USMC efforts to promote regional stability, deterrence, & rapid response capabilities #MissionReady https://t.co/eB7ge9xiyI
The leaders discussed joint counterintelligence and national security priorities to counter regional power threats. #StrongerTogether #ProtectingTheWarfighter #MaritimeSecurity
#NCIS Director Omar Lopez & leaders met with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force Chief of Staff Adm. Akira Saito as well as their counterparts at the Japan National Police Agency, Japan Coast Guard, & Japan Public Security Intelligence Agency. https://t.co/nUzf2Lh4s9
#NCIS provided #ForceProtection, w/ Norwegian #LawEnforcement, #PortAuthorities & civil/military partners, for the USS California (SSN-781) port visit in Tromso, Norway. Together, #Counterintelligence & #Counterterrorism capabilities ensure continued US presence with #NATO. https://t.co/nRWAnnCGgM
Honored to serve on the @DukeU #CybersecurityConf panelist sharing how #NCIS stays ahead of emerging threats & tech trends. Together, we’re enhancing cyber capabilities to protect the Department of the Navy & strengthen #NationalSecurity. https://t.co/JdqcZY1EUX
#NCIS-led FPD Lima, Peru, met with international law enforcement to strengthen collaboration against transnational crime at an #FBI National Academy/Peruvian National Police symposium on Nov. 25-26, 2025. #Partnership #Peru #LawEnforcement https://t.co/9UjCmAvRgi
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