On National Fentanyl Awareness Day, DHS Thanks Customs and Border Protection for Stopping More Than 12,000 Pounds of Fentanyl from Flowing into American Communities

 

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is observing National Fentanyl Awareness Day by remembering the lives that the illicit drug has destroyed and by honoring the men and women who are seizing this deadly poison before it enters our communities and kills Americans.

Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid often laced in other illicit drugs and has an extremely high potency – between 50 and 100 times the strength of morphine – with rapid effects for users.

For many years, cartels and other transnational criminal networks took advantage of the open-border policies of the last administration and flooded our country with this poison, resulting in tens of thousands of avoidable American deaths. In 2023, under the Biden Administration, fentanyl took the lives of nearly 73,000 people – equivalent to a sold-out football stadium – while destroying multitudes of families. 

Now, under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump, DHS has delivered the most secure border in American history, severely crippling the cartels’ efforts to bring deadly drugs into the U.S. Since President Trump returned to office in January of 2025, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has seized 12,743 pounds of fentanyl.

“The Biden administration left our border wide open for drug cartels to pour drugs into country and profit off of killing Americans. Under President Trump, we are dismantling drug cartels. Thanks to our secure border, we have cut down the flow of fentanyl and other deadly drugs into our communities,” said Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis. “We have saved countless American lives by stopping these poisons from entering the country.”

A powerful reason for officers and agents’ laser-focused attention to securing our border and combatting fentanyl is Angel Mothers like Anne Fundner, whose 15-year-old son, Weston, died after unknowingly taking a fentanyl-laced pill. In August, Fundner stood next to President Trump as he signed into law the Halt All Lethal Trafficking of Fentanyl Act, which classifies fentanyl-related substances under Schedule I in the Controlled Substances Act. This legislation gives law enforcement agencies like CBP and HSI greater authority to crack down on fentanyl trafficking and requires stiffer penalties for traffickers.

For more information on what DHS and its components are doing to stop the devastating effects of fentanyl on American communities, visit CBP's Frontline Against Fentanyl webpage.

Coordinated Takedown of Scam Centers Leads to at Least 276 Arrests; Alleged Managers and Recruiters Charged in San Diego

 

Unprecedented cooperation between the FBI, Dubai Police Department, and Chinese Ministry of Public Security has resulted in the arrest of at least 276 individuals and the dismantlement of at least nine scam centers used for cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes. These centers targeted Americans who have suffered millions of dollars in losses from such schemes.

This international crackdown last week was spearheaded by the Dubai Police, under the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Ministry of Interior. Among the 275 arrested by Dubai authorities were three defendants charged in the Southern District of California with federal wire fraud and money laundering charges. An additional person was arrested by the Royal Thai Police.

Thet Min Nyi (27, a Burmese national), Wiliang Awang (23, an Indonesian national), Andreas Chandra (29, an Indonesia national), Lisa Mariam (29, an Indonesian national), and two fugitive co-conspirators have been charged with federal fraud and money laundering charges unsealed in San Diego today. Dubai Police apprehended Thet Min Nyi, Chandra, and Mariam, while the Royal Thai Police apprehended Awang.

“Fraudsters who target Americans from overseas cannot operate with impunity, no matter where in the world they reside,” said Assistant Attorney General A. Tysen Duva of the Justice Department’s Criminal Division. “The charges and arrests announced today reflect an international consensus that scam centers are unwelcome everywhere and must be rooted out. Scam center organizers and fraudsters who defraud Americans and others will face justice in American courts and in courts around the world. In contemporary society, fraud is borderless, and law enforcement activity to combat it and eliminate it is as well.”

“These scammers thought they were safe half a world away,” said U.S. Attorney Adam Gordon for the Southern District of California. “But their world has changed. Global crime now faces global justice.”

“This operation demonstrates the FBI's steadfast commitment to preventing scammers from further defrauding the American people,” said Assistant Director Heith Janke of the FBI’s Criminal Division. “We can't do this work alone, and we are proud to coordinate and collaborate with our partners to hold accountable those who work to enable and facilitate these scams.”

“This indictment demonstrates the FBI’s determination to identify, disrupt, and dismantle these global scam centers defrauding Americans no matter where they set up shop,” said Special Agent in Charge Mark Remily of the FBI San Diego Field Office. “FBI San Diego will continue to coordinate with our law enforcement, private sector, and international partners to protect victims from cryptocurrency fraud, stop losses before they happen, and recover victim funds where we can.”

In 2025, FBI San Diego agents opened a Homeland Security Task Force investigation after identifying multiple companies and individuals managing scam compounds conducting cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes. According to the indictment, two criminal complaints, and other court records, the defendants charged in San Diego managed, worked for, and recruited others to work at three different “companies” that operated several alleged scam centers: “Ko Thet Company,” “Sanduo Group,” and “Giant Company.” All six defendants allegedly engaged in cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes through “pig-butchering,” which is a type of fraud where scammers gain a victim’s trust over time — through friendship or romance — before persuading them to send money to fake investments which the scammers then take. Scammers entice victims with phony friendship or romance before financially exploiting them.

The defendants targeted citizens of the United States and other countries by cultivating trust and affection with the victims, based on the charging documents and court filings. After that, the scammers promoted investments in cryptocurrencies and assisted victims in setting up accounts and transferring cryptocurrency to investment platforms that, unbeknownst to the victims, were false. The alleged scammers touted their own successes and returns in cryptocurrency investments and encouraged their victims to invest more. They also encouraged their victims to borrow money from friends and family and take out loans, to be able to “invest” more. Unbeknownst to the victims, once they made transfers to the platforms the alleged scammers suggested, they lost control of their cryptocurrency. Fake platforms put the victims’ funds in the hands of the scammers, who then laundered the victims’ funds to other cryptocurrency accounts, including their own.

FBI agents have identified numerous victims around the United States through complaints filed with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Agents interviewed victims and analyzed financial and cryptocurrency records. So far, investigators have identified millions of dollars in losses caused by these cryptocurrency investment schemes operating across jurisdictions. 

Thet Min Nyi, an alleged manager and recruiter for the Ko Thet Company, also called “Pixy,” managed scam compounds. In March 2026, a grand jury in the Southern District of California returned an indictment against Thet Min Nyi and a fugitive co-defendant charging them with wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy, along with criminal forfeiture allegations.

Further, in April 2026, two criminal complaints in the Southern District of California charged Awang, Chandra, their fugitive co-defendant, and Mariam with wire fraud conspiracy. These charges were based on cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes from two other alleged scam organizations, Sanduo Group and Giant Company.

The Dubai Police Department, under the UAE Ministry of Interior, significantly disrupted the scam operations through their parallel investigation. The Dubai Police continue to collaborate closely with international law enforcement agencies to identify and dismantle transnational criminal networks, as part of Dubai’s commitment to combating financial crime and protecting victims worldwide.

Thailand’s Royal Thai Police’s (RTP) Immigration Bureau, Foreign Affairs, and Anti Cyber Scam Center provided significant assistance. Through RTP’s efforts, a key subject and defendant in this investigation, Awang, was apprehended in Thailand.

Meta Platforms, Inc., the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, provided critical information for this investigation. U.S. authorities appreciate Meta’s assistance in this matter.

These cases are being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Peter Horn for the Southern District of California and Trial Attorneys Stefanie Schwartz and William Gullotta of the Computer Crime and Intellectual Property Section of the U.S. Department of Justice’s Criminal Division. The U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of International Affairs provided significant assistance.

FBI San Diego has investigated a number of other sophisticated cryptocurrency investment frauds. For example, Operation Level Up —which began in 2024 as a San Diego and Phoenix joint initiative — has proactively identified and notified victims of cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes. As of April 2026, the FBI notified almost 9,000 victims and saved victims an estimated $562 million. FBI-San Diego is also investigating the Tai Chang Scam Enterprise, a series of scam compounds located in Burma’s Karen State also conducting cryptocurrency investment fraud schemes against Americans.

If you have been defrauded out of your money by this type of scheme, please contact the FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov. 

2 Epic Events This Sunday! Join KRVC for SALSA IN THE STREET & THE LONGEST TABLE!

 

2 Epic Events: Same Time & Place! Join KRVC THIS SUNDAY FOR SALSA IN THE STREET & THE LONGEST TABLE!

Celebrate Bronx Week with Rhythm, Community, and Flavor at

Salsa in the Street! 

Join us for an incredible afternoon of music, culture, and dancing right in the heart of the neighborhood. We are proud to have New York City Council Member Eric Dinowitz as our headlining sponsor for this vibrant celebration, organized by the Kingsbridge Riverdale Van Cortlandt Development Corporation/KRVC.

When KRVC was invited to create a local activation for Bronx Week, we knew we wanted something special for the Kingsbridge and Riverdale area. We decided to host this amazing event to bring our local community together and celebrate our borough’s rich heritage!

We are also thrilled to have the support of Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson, who is excited to activate the area with this fun Bronx Week celebration!

What to Expect:

• 3 Hours of Music: Groove to the legendary sounds of Arturo Ortiz & La Makina - Featuring Mauro Torres.

• Salsa Dancers: Watch the pros in action or jump in and show off your own moves!

• Delicious Eats: Food by local restaurants available for purchase—support our neighborhood small businesses! 

• Exciting Surprises: More announcements are on the way! Stay tuned to find out—we have a very exciting announcement coming soon!

Event Details:

• When: Sunday, May 3rd

• Time: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

• Where: West 239th St. - Between Broadway & Review Place

• KRVC has obtained a SAPO permit; this will take place directly on the street!

Grab your dancing shoes, enjoy some snacks, and bring your neighbors for an unforgettable Sunday afternoon!

This event is made possible with funds awarded to KRVC by NYC Council Member Eric Dinowitz, in support of the Cultural Immigrant Initiative through the Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA).

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A Historic Bronx First -

Join The Longest Table!

We are making history, and we want you to be a part of it! This is the first-ever Longest Table event to be held in the entire borough of the Bronx. We thought there was no better time for this milestone than during Bronx Week—it’s the perfect moment to show that there is no community quite like Riverdale, Kingsbridge, and the entire Northwest Bronx!

Best of all, this event coincides with our Salsa in the Street! We’re bringing these two amazing traditions together to create one massive, unforgettable community celebration.

****There are only a few spots left. Please click the Eventbrite to reserve your seat at our table!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/krvc-x-the-longest-table-tickets-1988324692680?aff=oddtdtcreator&fbclid=IwdGRjcARex5RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR6m0PiTKFFmwVnxgFgjlWmWjRdcnWcWVai29IsrjQs3i7QDWnpDPkjpntrQAw_aem_f5wzr0sTwgJY4KtP_VWNQQ

We will meet you on the pavement at West 239th Street, between Broadway and Review Place. We’ll have a stage, tables, and chairs all set up and ready for you.

This is the perfect excuse to get out of the house and onto the street to get to know your neighbors.

• The Potluck: Bring a dish, a batch of cookies, or a favorite recipe you love. Let’s share a meal and a conversation.

• The Atmosphere: With the street closed and the stage set for salsa, come ready for good food, great music, and a beautiful afternoon in the heart of our community.

We Need Your Help to Make This Huge! 

We want to make this event massive, but we can't do it alone. Please promote this, share this post, and tell all your friends! Let’s fill the block and show everyone the spirit of the North Bronx.

We are looking for Table Captains and Volunteers to help lead the way. If you’d like to donate your time or have any questions, please reach out to Laura Levine-Pinedo..

•  Contact: Laura at laura4bronx@gmail.com

Event Details:

•  Date: Sunday, May 3rd

•  Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

•  Location: West 239th St. (Between Broadway & Place)

We’d love to see you there. Let’s make this an afternoon to remember!

Look forward to seeing you!

505BX.org

Two Individuals Plead Guilty to Prolific Counterfeit Art Scheme

 

Defendants Engaged in a Scheme to Create and Sell Over 200 Counterfeit Works of Famed Artists, Including Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Banksy, and Native American Artist Fritz Scholder, that Defrauded Buyers of Millions of Dollars

Erwin Bankowski and Karolina Bankowska pleaded guilty to wire fraud conspiracy and misrepresentation of Native American produced goods and products.  The proceeding was held before United States District Judge Nicholas G. Garaufis. When sentenced, the defendants face a maximum sentence of 20 years’ imprisonment, as well as restitution of at least $1.9 million.

Joseph Nocella Jr., United States Attorney for the Eastern District of New York; James C. Barnacle, Jr., Assistant Director in Charge, Federal Bureau of Investigation, New York Field Office (FBI); Doug Ault, Assistant Director, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS); and Meredith Stanton, Director, U.S. Department of Interior, Indian Arts and Crafts Board, announced the guilty pleas.

“For years, these defendants painted themselves as purveyors of fine art while selling lies on canvas to unsuspecting collectors,” stated United States Attorney Nocella.  “These convictions strip away the varnish and reveal the fraud underneath.”

Mr. Nocella expressed his appreciation to the, Office of Law Enforcement–Indian Arts and Crafts Investigations for their work on the case.

“These two individuals didn’t just sell counterfeit art – they undermined trust, exploited buyers, and attempted to profit from fraud. In this instance, the FBI with its partners has made it clear that those who manipulate the market for personal gain will be caught and held accountable,” stated FBI Assistant Director in Charge Barnacle.

“This artwork scheme doesn't just cheat buyers. It steals from Native American artists and undermines the integrity of an entire cultural marketplace.  These offenders also produced fake works attributed to well-known artists like Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol, Banksy, and Native American Luiseño artist Fritz Scholder,” stated USFWS Assistant Director Ault.  “Selling fake native America art is a serious crime, and our Special Agents investigate these cases to hold offenders accountable and protect authentic Indian artists, their work, and their livelihoods.”

“Due to the outstanding work of the U.S. Attorney’s Office – Eastern District of New York, FBI - New York Field Office, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service - Indian Arts and Crafts Act Investigative Unit, the defendants are being held accountable and the message is clear.  For those selling counterfeit Indian art it is important to know that wherever you are we will diligently work to find you and hold you accountable,” stated Indian Arts and Crafts Board Director Stanton.

From 2020 through 2025, the defendants, who are father and daughter, conspired to consign for auction over 200 counterfeit artworks (the “Counterfeit Works”).  The Counterfeit Works were allegedly painted by famed artists, including Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Banksy, Raimond Staprans, Richard Mayhew, and Native American artist Fritz Scholder.  To make some of the Counterfeit Works appear to be legitimate, the defendants generated false histories of prior custody and ownership, also known as provenance.  To do so, they conducted research to represent falsely that some of the Counterfeit Works had been in private collections of individuals associated with the artists, had been owned by since-closed art galleries, or had been in the private collections of corporations that were no longer in operation.  The defendants chose galleries and corporations that were no longer operating to make it difficult for galleries and potential buyers to verify the purported provenance of the Counterfeit Works.  In some instances, to further bolster the purported provenance of the Counterfeit Works, the defendants created and affixed forged stamps from art galleries to some of the Counterfeit Works, which they created by purchasing antique books to imprint custom-made stamps of forged certificates of authenticity onto aged paper, and then affixed to the Counterfeit Works.     

The defendants consigned the Counterfeit Works to art galleries and auction houses throughout the United States, which then attempted to auction the Counterfeit Works for sale to buyers for prices of up to $160,000.  Over the course of their scheme, the defendants defrauded victims at least $2 million, including through selling the following examples of Counterfeit Works:

Counterfeit Work Purportedly by Raimond Staprans Sold for $60,000

Counterfeit Work Purportedly by Banksy Sold for $2,000

Counterfeit Work Purportedly by Andy Warhol Sold for $5,500

Counterfeit Work Purportedly by Richard Mayhew Sold for $160,000

The government’s case is being handled by the Office’s Public Integrity and General Crimes Sections. 

South Carolina Man Charged With Trafficking Firearms From South Carolina To New York City

 

United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Office of Homeland Security Investigations (“HSI”), Michael Alfonso, Special Agent in Charge of the New York Task Enforcement Division of the Drug Enforcement Administration (“DEA”), Farhana Islam, Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Division for the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (“ATF”), Bryan DiGirolamo, and Commissioner of the New York City Police Department (“NYPD”), Jessica S. Tisch, announced the unsealing of an Indictment charging DARYL RUTHERFORD with firearms trafficking, the unlicensed dealing of firearms, interstate transportation and distribution of firearms, and possession of firearms and ammunition after a felony conviction for his involvement in illegally transporting over a dozen firearms, as well as ammunition, from South Carolina to New York City.  RUTHERFORD was arrested in South Carolina and was presented before U.S. Magistrate Judge William S. Brown in the U.S. District Court for the District of South Carolina. 

“Gun trafficking into New York fuels violent crime and New Yorkers want it stopped,” said U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton.  “As alleged, Daryl Rutherford contributed to the illegal flow of guns into New York City, endangering New Yorkers for nothing more than personal, financial gain.  New Yorkers deserve to live in communities free from illegal firearms and those who use them to commit crimes.  So, anyone who is thinking about trafficking firearms to New York should think again.  We and our law enforcement partners are watching, and we will hold you accountable.” 

“As alleged, this defendant turned the South Carolina-to-New York City corridor into a freeway of illegal guns—smuggling semiautomatic pistols, rifles, and a high-capacity drum magazine through several states, and into the hands of an individual he believed was a criminal with bad intentions,” said HSI Acting Special Agent in Charge Michael Alfonso.  “This alleged reckless behavior arms criminals, endangers families, and fuels violence.  Each illicit weapon intercepted in this case prevents potentially tragic shootings that can destroy families and children’s futures.  HSI New York, together with HSI Greenville and our Homeland Security Task Force partners, will relentlessly target and dismantle gun pipelines that threaten the safety of all individuals residing in our communities.”

“Illegal interstate firearm trafficking schemes are a significant driver of gun violence in New York City and put communities at risk,” said ATF Special Agent in Charge Bryan DiGirolamo.  “The conduct alleged—a convicted felon transporting and selling an array of illegal firearms for profit—demonstrates a clear disregard for public safety & had the potential to cause devastating harm.  This case reflects the strength of coordinated law enforcement efforts—ATF NY Crime Gun Enforcement Team working with HSI, DEA, NYPD, and our prosecutorial partners—to disrupt these dangerous networks and hold offenders accountable.”

“Gun violence has plagued our city streets, many times fueled by illegal firearms being funneled into New York City by individuals who operate with no regard for human life, driving violence, turmoil, and fear in our neighborhoods,” said DEA New York Enforcement Division Special Agent in Charge Farhana Islam.  “This arrest and indictment of Daryl Rutherford expose a dangerous pipeline responsible for trafficking multiple semiautomatic pistols and rifles, and other illegal firearms from South Carolina to New York City.  The DEA, along with our federal, state, and local partners, will continue to identify and target these criminal organizations at every level.  Let our message be clear: whether you traffic guns or drugs into New York City, you will be held accountable and justice will be delivered.  DEA New York’s Enforcement Division remains committed to protecting our communities and saving lives.”  

“The defendant allegedly transported a large cache of firearms—including semiautomatic rifles and a shotgun—along with ammunition across state lines and sold them illegally on our streets for profit,” said NYPD Commissioner Jessica S. Tisch.  “Thanks to the work of our NYPD investigators, law enforcement partners, and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York, this interstate gun trafficking pipeline has been shut down, dangerous firearms are off our streets, and this alleged criminal is being held accountable.” 

As alleged in the Indictment unsealed today in Manhattan federal court and in public court proceedings:[1]

From at least in or about December 2025 through at least in or about February 2026, RUTHERFORD, a convicted felon, illegally transported firearms and ammunition from South Carolina to New York City and sold them to a purchaser whom RUTHERFORD understood to be a prohibited person and an unlawful reseller of firearms.  Specifically, in four transactions, RUTHERFORD illegally sold approximately 14 firearms to an undercover law enforcement agent.  The firearms included multiple semiautomatic pistols, semiautomatic rifles, including one with a high-capacity drum magazine, as well as a 12-gauge shotgun.

Firearms RUTHERFORD sold on December 12, 2025

Firearms RUTHERFORD sold on December 18, 2025

Firearms RUTHERFORD sold on February 17, 2026

Firearms RUTHERFORD sold on February 24, 2026

RUTHERFORD, 51, of South Carolina, is charged with one count of firearms trafficking, which carries a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison; one count of unlicensed dealing of firearms, which carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison; one count of illegally transporting and distributing firearms, which carries a maximum sentence of five years in prison; and one count of possession of firearms and ammunition after a felony conviction, which carries a maximum sentence of 15 years in prison.

The statutory maximum and minimum sentences in this case are prescribed by Congress and provided here for informational purposes only, as any sentencing of the defendant will be determined by the judge. 

Mr. Clayton praised the outstanding investigative work of the HSI New York Field Office, ATF, DEA New York Division, the NYPD, HSI Greenville, the New York Field Office of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, and the Union Public Safety Department.  

The case is being prosecuted by the Office’s Violent Organizations and Crime Unit.  Assistant U.S. Attorney Diarra M. Guthrie is in charge of the prosecution.

The charges contained in the Indictment are merely accusations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. 

[1] As the introductory phrase signifies, the entirety of the text of the Indictment and the description of the Indictment set forth herein constitute only allegations, and every fact described should be treated as an allegation.

Bronx Borough President Vanessa L. Gibson - JOIN US: BRONX WEEK 2026

 

Dear Neighbor,

We are a few days away from the official start of Bronx Week 2026! I am proud to announce the return of this annual tradition, which runs from May 1 to May 17, celebrating everything that makes our borough strong, vibrant, and full of passion, promise, and purpose. This year, under the theme "The Bronx Leads," we will honor the people, institutions, and communities that continue to lead the way and shape the future of our borough.

Bronx Week celebrates the very best of our borough, from our veterans, seniors, and educators to our youth, small business owners, healthcare professionals, artists, and community organizations. It is a reflection of the people who make the Bronx a great place to live, work, and visit, and reminds us of the strength and spirit that define us.

I hope you will explore all that Bronx Week has to offer and participate in the many events and activities planned throughout the celebration. From the Bronx Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony, including this year's People's Choice Award honoring an outstanding leader in the Culinary Arts, to the Bronx Week Parade and Food and Arts Festival, there is something for everyone to enjoy!

So let's go out there and continue to show the rest of the city why our borough is a leader in innovation, ingenuity, and Bronx Pride! 

For more information about upcoming events, please visit ilovethebronx.com.

Warm Regards,

Vanessa L. Gibson

Bronx Borough President

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2026 BRONX WALK OF FAME INDUCTEES

  

LENNY SANTIAGO

DARLENE P. RODRIGUEZ

ROBERTO "FANUM" ESCANIO

DARRIN DEWITT HENSON

The Bronx Walk of Fame is a 23-block corridor along the Grand Concourse with street signs honoring illustrious individuals who have lived in the Bronx and have achieved notable accomplishments. 

This year`s inductees are:

Roberto “Fanum” Escanio, Dominican American content creator and streamer; Lenny “Lenny S” Santiago, veteran music business executive; Darlene Rodriguez, American journalist and co-anchor of Today in New York on WNBC; and Darrin Henson, choreographer, dancer, actor, and producer.

Our People's Choice Award winner in the Culinary Arts will be announced next week and will also have their street sign installed on the historic Grand Concourse at the Annual Bronx Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony.