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Red Ribbon Week Begins October 23

October 21, 2022
… began wearing red ribbons to honor his sacrifice. Today, millions of people celebrate Red Ribbon Week by wearing red …
October 21, 2022
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Local Task Forces Crack Down on Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Distribution Networks

August 21, 2023
… and firearms charges. Seventeen indictments were issued over the last several months by federal grand juries sitting … to the indictments, the defendants distributed large amounts of methamphetamine and fentanyl throughout …
August 21, 2023
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Coordinated opioid fentanyl outreach initiative for the greater Spokane and Tri-Cities communities announced

October 14, 2020
… of deadly fentanyl into Eastern Washington.  Very small amounts in a fentanyl-laced pill can kill a person.  We are … lives were lost in the United States as a result of drug overdoses. Of this number, approximately 51% of the deaths …
October 14, 2020
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Former Bordentown physician charged with narcotics distribution and fraud

December 04, 2019
… cursory examinations on patients before prescribing large amounts of opioids without medical justification, … fraudulent health care claims to insurance companies for over $50,000 for services that were unauthorized, not …
December 04, 2019
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Spencer Man Sentenced To Eight Years In Prison For Possessing Kilograms Of Counterfeit Adderall Pills Intended For Distribution

February 08, 2025
… BOSTON – A Spencer man has been sentenced for possessing over 5.2 kilograms of counterfeit Adderall pills containing … or more of a mixture or substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine.  After being identified as a … field-tested positive for the presence of cocaine were recovered from Nabulsi’s vehicle.   United States Attorney …
February 08, 2025
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Arkansas Man Sentenced to More Than 18 Years in Federal Prison for Methamphetamine and Firearms Possession

January 30, 2025
… The Honorable Chief Judge Susan O. Hickey presided over the sentencing hearings, which took place in the United … 50 Grams of a Mixture or Substance Containing a Detectable Amount of Methamphetamine with Intent to Distribute and …
January 30, 2025
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Rhode Island Man Sentenced To Prison For Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy

December 08, 2024
… delivered fentanyl to a cooperating source. The total amount of fentanyl that the defendant distributed over the fourth-month period was approximately 500 …
December 08, 2024
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Mexican Citizen Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years for Fentanyl Distribution

August 15, 2024
… on three occasions between August and October 2022, Reyes oversaw the shipment of more than 3,000 fentanyl pills … participated in phone calls with the buyer to negotiate the amount and price of the pills, and then recruited and … sale of 10,000 fentanyl pills.  In total, Reyes distributed over 1,400 grams of fentanyl.  “This case demonstrates that …
August 15, 2024
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Georgia Man Sentenced to 180 Months For Drug Trafficking and Firearms

April 03, 2024
… documents in the case, on August 3, 2021, Scott was pulled over for speeding on Interstate 469. Scott, a drug courier … base along with 12.4 grams of 98% pure methamphetamine, an amount consistent with distribution, along with multiple …
April 03, 2024
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Pearsall Felon Sentenced to Prison for Dealing Fentanyl and Possessing a Stolen Firearm

February 15, 2024
… individual was found deceased. From the scene, officers recovered loose powder and a rock-like substance that each … executed a search warrant at Trevino’s residence, recovering approximately 44.2 grams of 98% pure … in illicit drug use, had it not been for the miniscule amount of deadly fentanyl they ingested, they likely would …
February 15, 2024
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Pasco Woman Sentenced to 9 Years for Trafficking Rainbow-Colored Fentanyl Pills

November 29, 2023
… or More of a Mixture of a Substance Containing a Detectable Amount of Fentanyl. United States District Judge Mary K. … the deadly nature of fentanyl, which could have resulted in over 10,000 deaths in this case,” said David F. Reames, …
November 29, 2023
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Convicted Felon Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Possessing Fentanyl, Firearms and Ammunition

October 13, 2023
… and attempted to poison our community with large amounts of fentanyl.  He pointed a weapon at a police … backpack containing approximately 138 grams of fentanyl and over 100 rounds of various types of ammunition. A loaded firearm was also recovered from the scene the next day.  On May 24, 2021, …
October 13, 2023
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13 Now in Prison in Investigation Initially Targeting Laredo Area Mexican Mafia

November 28, 2022
… Loya Jr. aka Lil’ Rob. A jury convicted him of possessing over six kilograms of meth and several firearms including a … been a member of the Texas Mexican Mafia for a significant amount of time. The remaining individuals convicted in the …
November 28, 2022
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Wisconsin Pharmacy to Pay Civil Penalty for Controlled Substance Dispensing and Record Keeping Violations

April 29, 2022
… unable to dispense controlled substances. According to the government’s allegations set forth in the settlement … or enhance abusive and euphoric effects. In addition, the government alleged that the pharmacy dispensed controlled … According to the settlement agreement, the civil penalty amount was based on an inability to pay a substantial …
April 29, 2022
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Wisconsin Man Sentenced to 108 Months for Cocaine Trafficking and Gun Crimes

March 24, 2022
… Peterson entered a money judgment against McClinton in the amount of $313,100. McClinton also agreed to forfeit … wiretaps on two phones belonging to McClinton. Over the course of several months, investigators intercepted …
March 24, 2022
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Massachusetts Man Sentenced to 150 Months for Participating in Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy

May 14, 2021
… a search warrant for Lessard’s residence.  Officers seized over two kilograms of fentanyl and multiple firearms.  In … is such an extremely dangerous drug that even a small amount can lead to a deadly overdose,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Farley.  “By …
May 14, 2021
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The DEA Announces 20TH Take Back Day

March 01, 2021
… heels of largest collection to-date SEATTLE - With opioid overdose deaths increasing during the pandemic, the Drug … last Take Back Day in October, DEA collected a record-high amount of expired, unused prescription medications, with the public turning in close to 500 tons of unwanted drugs. Over the 10-year span of Take Back Day, DEA has brought in …
March 01, 2021
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“Operation Red Raider” results in 21 arrested in cocaine and heroin distribution ring in New Jersey

July 11, 2018
… Since January 1, 2018, there have been 49 fatal opioid overdoses in Gloucester County, compared to 69 for all of … in cash. The suspected heroin was capable of producing over 3,000 individual wax folds- the typical packaging for … it was determined Samuels was being supplied kilogram amounts of cocaine transported from Texas to Delaware and …
July 11, 2018
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Alabama man sentenced to life in prison for federal drug trafficking and firearms crimes

June 26, 2018
… two pistols, more than three pounds of methamphetamine, over $20,000 in cash, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia used … drug ledgers and receipts for wire transfers of large amounts of money.  Murphy, who previously pled guilty to …
June 26, 2018
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Methamphetamine Trafficker Who Cut His Ankle Bracelet and Fled to Mexico during Trial Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison

June 20, 2018
… in 2016. U.S. District Judge William Q. Hayes said the government presented a very strong case at trial and the evidence against Ojeda was “overwhelming.” The case was aggravated, in part, based on the amount and type of substance – 66 pounds of pure …
June 20, 2018
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Federal charges filed in burglary at hospital

April 30, 2020
… of morphine, a Schedule II controlled substance. With a covering over their heads, each individual opened multiple cabinets, … the Central Indiana Cancer Centers, and steal a significant amount of morphine and personal protective equipment.” said …
April 30, 2020
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Former gulf cartel comandante receives significant prison sentence

October 16, 2019
… following his conviction of conspiracy to import large amounts of cocaine and marijuana, announced Drug Enforcement … 28, 2011, Rafael Cardenas-Vela came to Matamoros to take over the plaza management duties and Zuniga-Hernandez …
October 16, 2019
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Third Portland-area man sentenced in methamphetamine trafficking conspiracy

July 30, 2019
… years’ supervised release. According to court documents, over a period of years, Alvarez, a convicted felon, … Mayares, who stored methamphetamine, firearms and large amounts of cash in locations throughout Multnomah County. …
July 30, 2019
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Alabama Man Facing Life In Prison Following Federal Drug Trafficking And Firearms Convictions

February 16, 2018
… two pistols, more than three pounds of methamphetamine, over $20,000 in cash, marijuana, and drug paraphernalia used … drug ledgers and receipts for wire transfers of large amounts of money. Murphy, who earlier pleaded guilty to …
February 16, 2018
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Meth Cookers Who Burned Down Trailer Sentenced

December 23, 2014
… engaged in sexual activities and had accidentally knocked over a candle, which started the blaze. Brow sustained … Peninsula Substance Enforcement (UPSET) investigation uncovered pharmacy records showing that Horton, Brow and their associates bought significant amounts of pseudoephedrine prior to the fire, which they …
December 23, 2014
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Michigan Pharmacist And Kentwood Pharmacy CEO Guilty On Charges Related To The Illegal Restocking And Re-dispensing Of Recycled Controlled Substances

February 20, 2015
… Messrs. Clarke and Harden were responsible for restitution amounts of over $8,000,000 and $6,000,000, respectively. The …
February 20, 2015
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Chinese National Arrested, Charged: Distributed Opioids, Including Fentanyl Shipped From China To Ohio

July 24, 2017
… quantities of fentanyl. Drugs resulted in at least two overdose deaths in Summit County WOOSTER, Ohio - A Chinese … and other opioids in August 2016, after a series of fatal overdoses in Northeast Ohio, according to a criminal … Chinese web sites, which they learned were selling kilogram amounts of fentanyl and fentanyl analogues, which were …
July 24, 2017
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Leader Of “Texas Syndicate” Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced To More Than 25 Years In Prison

May 12, 2017
… or more of a mixture and substance containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine. Perez has been in custody since … “Joey” texted her at 8:40 p.m., saying that he got “pulled over in Lubbock.” She called Perez and told him that “he …
May 12, 2017
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Birmingham Man Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison For Selling Heroin That Caused A Death

May 28, 2014
… will tirelessly work to investigate those who sell any amount of heroin. The use, abuse and distribution of heroin … is rising at alarming rates, and, unfortunately, so is the overdose death rate," he said. "The investigation and … illustrates, if you sell heroin that causes someone to overdose and die, you can be prosecuted and spend at least …
May 28, 2014
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24th Member Of Cocaine Distribution Conspiracy Sentenced

June 03, 2013
… and June 2008 in which members of the conspiracy were overheard conducting drug transactions and making arrangements to facilitate the sale of large amounts of cocaine in the Western District of Wisconsin.  On … arrest of several defendants in Watertown, the seizure of over $100,000 in United States currency, several …
June 03, 2013