Mehtab Syed Named Special Agent in Charge of the Salt Lake City Field Office
Salt Lake City, Utah – The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has announced the appointment of Mehtab Syed as the new Special Agent in Charge (SAC) of the Salt Lake City Field Office, effective February 5, 2025.
Syed has a distinguished 25-year career with the FBI, having served in various leadership roles across the country. Prior to his appointment in Salt Lake City, he served as the SAC of the San Diego Field Office for five years. Under his leadership, the San Diego office achieved significant successes in combating terrorism, cybercrime, and public corruption.
Syed’s experience also includes assignments as the Assistant Special Agent in Charge of the FBI’s Counterterrorism Division at FBI Headquarters in Washington, D.C., and as the Legal Attaché to the U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, India.
In his role as SAC of the Salt Lake City Field Office, Syed will be responsible for overseeing all FBI operations within Utah, Idaho, and Montana. His priorities will include:
- Combating terrorism and protecting national security
- Investigating cybercrimes and safeguarding critical infrastructure
- Addressing violent crime and protecting civil rights
- Providing support to local, state, and tribal law enforcement agencies
Syed is a native of Chicago, Illinois, and holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He is a graduate of the FBI National Academy and has received numerous awards for his service, including the Director’s Award for Outstanding Leadership.
“I am honored and excited to lead the exceptional team of agents and staff at the Salt Lake City Field Office,” said Syed. “I look forward to working with our law enforcement partners and the community to ensure the safety and security of the people of Utah, Idaho, and Montana.”
The FBI’s Salt Lake City Field Office is located at 4925 South 1800 West in Taylorsville, Utah. The office serves a population of approximately 6 million people and employs over 250 personnel.
Mehtab Syed Named Special Agent in Charge of the Salt Lake City Field Office
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