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Drug Distributor in Fidelis Way Drug Trafficking Organization Pleads Guilty

November 11, 2022
… of two different drug trafficking conspiracies during the overall period of November 2018 through June 2020. Daye is … public housing development. The DTO assumed control over multiple apartments, which they used to store, cook, … to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of up to $1 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court …
November 11, 2022
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Lawrence Man Pleads Guilty To Distributing Fentanyl Pills Produced Using Multiple Pill Press Machines

October 13, 2022
… a clear and present danger to our community, claiming over two thousand lives in Massachusetts in 2021 alone,” … at least five years of supervised release and a fine of $10 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court … upon the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and statutes which govern the determination of a sentence in a criminal case. …
October 13, 2022
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Brighton Man Pleads Guilty to Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy

August 11, 2022
… of two different drug trafficking conspiracies during the overall period of November 2018 through June 2020. According … development. It is alleged that the DTO assumed control over multiple apartments, which they used to store, cook, … and up to life of supervised release and a fine of up to $1 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court …
August 11, 2022
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Lawrence Man Previously Arrested With Multiple Pill Press Machines Charged With Fentanyl Distribution

July 05, 2022
… a clear and present danger to our community, claiming over two thousand lives in Massachusetts in 2021 alone,” … at least five years of supervised release and a fine of $10 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court … upon the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and statutes which govern the determination of a sentence in a criminal case. …
July 05, 2022
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Cocaine Distributor in Fidelis Way Drug Trafficking Organization Pleads Guilty

June 30, 2022
… of two different drug trafficking conspiracies during the overall period of November 2018 through June 2020. According … development. It is alleged that the DTO assumed control over multiple apartments, where Hernandez and others stored, … to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of up to $1 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court …
June 30, 2022
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Supervisor Of Drug Trafficking Organization Pleads Guilty

April 19, 2022
… development. It is alleged that the DTO assumed control over multiple apartments, where they stored, cooked, … its large-scale drug suppliers and their associates. Hodges oversaw a number of the Fidelis Way-related DTO members who … to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of up to $1 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court …
April 19, 2022
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Long Island Doctor Sentenced to 36 Months in Prison for Illegal Distribution of Oxycodone

May 25, 2023
… who had just been discharged from a hospital following an overdose. In addition, Parasmo issued prescriptions to many … suspected were addicts. There is a significant risk of an overdose when oxycodone is taken with heroin and cocaine. In … streets. From 2010 to 2015, Dr. Parasmo prescribed over 1.5 million oxycodone and hydrocodone pills, making him one of …
May 25, 2023
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Leader Of Brockton-Area Drug Trafficking Organization Pleads Guilty To Fentanyl Conspiracy

February 05, 2025
… xylazine. During of search of Melendez Decatro’s residence, over $10,000 in drug proceeds and clothing worn during the fentanyl transactions were recovered.  The charge of conspiracy to distribute and to … to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of up to $10 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court …
February 05, 2025
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Defendants in Massive Drug Distribution Scheme Sentenced to Federal Prison

November 21, 2024
… a downtown apartment where, in November 2021, agents found over 87 kilograms of methamphetamine, 3 kilograms of … “The fentanyl alone could provide a deadly dosage to 1.5 million people. DEA remains committed to dismantling …
November 21, 2024
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Member Of Violent Gang Pleads Guilty To Racketeering Involving Drug And Firearms Trafficking

October 23, 2024
… illegal firearms and was recorded selling two firearms and over 30 rounds of ammunition to a cooperating witness. On … of five years and a maximum sentence of 40 years, a $5 million fine, and a minimum four years supervised release up … upon the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and statutes which govern the determination of a sentence in a criminal case. …
October 23, 2024
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DEA Releases 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment

May 09, 2024
… in both powder and pill form, are at record levels. Over the past two years seizures of fentanyl powder nearly … (29,048 pounds) in 2023. Meanwhile, the more than 79 million fentanyl pills seized by DEA in 2023 is almost …
May 09, 2024
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Methuen Man Pleads Guilty To Role In Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Involving Fentanyl, Fentanyl Analog And Cocaine

March 07, 2024
… Practitioner 571-362-9171 Defendant sold narcotics to undercover law enforcement six times BOSTON – A Methuen man has … co-conspirators sold fentanyl and fentanyl analog to undercover law enforcement on six separate occasions in Haverhill … five years of supervised release and a fine of up to $10 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court …
March 07, 2024
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DEA Announces Settlement with Morris & Dickson Co., LLC

February 07, 2024
… the settlement, Morris & Dickson has agreed to forfeit $19 million. In a May 30, 2023, Decision and Order, DEA … and hydrocodone to DEA.” It “violated DEA regulations over a lengthy time period—failing to report a multitude of …
February 07, 2024
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Former Federal Officer Receives More Charges for Alien Smuggling

December 29, 2023
… sentence of up to 40 years and a possible maximum $5 million fine. The Department of Homeland Security - Office … Security (DHS) to strengthen the Justice Department’s overall efforts to combat the rise in prolific and dangerous … and Special Prosecutions Section leads. The Office of Overseas Prosecutorial Development, Assistance and Training; …
December 29, 2023
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DEA Investigations Result in Three Southern Oregon Drug Traffickers Pleading Guilty in Federal Court

November 01, 2023
… warrants were executed on five locations and two vehicles. Over the course of the investigation, DEA special agents, … fentanyl from California to Oregon, sold fentanyl to undercover law enforcement officers on two separate occasions. On … He faces a maximum sentence of 20 years in prison, a $1 million fine, and three years’ supervised release. …
November 01, 2023
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Six Indicted For Multi-State Oxycodone Conspiracy

August 25, 2023
… up to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of $1 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court … upon on the U.S. Sentencing Guidelines and statutes which govern the determination of a sentence in a criminal case.  … items: a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLS550; a 2017 BMW X6; over $998,000 in U.S. Currency; an Aero Precision Model X15 …
August 25, 2023
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Panamanian Attorney General Visits Coppell, Texas

September 21, 2021
… with anti-narcotics operations resulting in the seizure of over 145 tons of cocaine and 75 defendants extradited to the … the seizure of thousands of pounds of narcotics and millions of dollars in illicit proceeds,” said Ryan L. …
September 21, 2021
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Doctor and Office Manager Indicted in Scheme to Defraud Medicare, Manufacture and Distribute Fentanyl

December 16, 2022
… Judge Bernard G. Skomal. Smith’s bond was set at $1 million, secured by real property, with a limitation on his … manufacturing and propagating this toxic poison to patients over an extended period of time, further unraveling the …
December 16, 2022
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DEA Teams up with more than 4,300 Partners to Remove Unneeded Prescription Medications from Communities

November 14, 2022
… the country. The Rocky Mountain Division collected just over 25,150 pounds of unneeded medications at nearly 190 … National Prescription Take Back Day has removed almost 17 million pounds of medications from communities across the …
November 14, 2022
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Two Rhode Island Men Charged In Wide-Ranging Fentanyl Conspiracy

February 17, 2022
… contain fentanyl and multiple marijuana plants. In total, over 10 kilograms of suspected fentanyl was seized. A search … to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of up to $10 million. Sentences are imposed by a federal district court …
February 17, 2022
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DEA Holds 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to prevent addiction and reduce overdose deaths

April 19, 2022
… Drug Take Back Day to prevent addiction and reduce overdose deaths April 19, 2022 Miami Contact Info Contact Us … from being misused,” said DEA Administrator Anne Milgram. “Overdose deaths continue to hit tragic record highs. I … law enforcement, Take Back Day has removed more than 15 million pounds of medication from circulation since its …
April 19, 2022
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North Tonawanda man arrested, caught with 30 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a car

July 23, 2018
… all of those involved for stemming the tide of cocaine and millions of dollars of drug proceeds into our communities.” … During a subsequent search of the vehicle, officers recovered approximately 30 kilograms of cocaine. “Illicit drugs ruin lives,” stated U.S. Attorney Kennedy. “The over 65 pounds of cocaine seized in this case had the …
July 23, 2018
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North Tonawanda man caught, arrested with 30 kilos of cocaine hidden in a car

July 23, 2018
… all of those involved for stemming the tide of cocaine and millions of dollars of drug proceeds into our communities.” … During a subsequent search of the vehicle, officers recovered approximately 30 kilograms of cocaine. “Illicit drugs ruin lives,” stated U.S. Attorney Kennedy. “The over 65 pounds of cocaine seized in this case had the …
July 23, 2018
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

November 01, 2021
… Drug Take Back Day, the program has removed more than 15.2 million pounds of medication from circulation since its … align directly with DEA’s priority to combat the rise of overdoses plaguing the United States. On October 23, the … North Texas and Oklahoma. The DEA Dallas Field Division had over 170 sites with more than 140 local law enforcement …
November 01, 2021
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Mexican cartel leader Edgar Valdez-Villareal, a/k/a “La Barbie,” sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking and money laundering

June 11, 2018
… federal, regional, national and foreign (especially the government of Mexico) law enforcement partners, and the U.S. … case against Valdez-Villareal using wiretaps, seizures of over 100 kilograms of cocaine and $4 million of drug proceeds, and witness testimony. Edgar …
June 11, 2018
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DEA and USPS unveil Drug Free USA Forever stamp

October 27, 2020
… J. Shea. “In America alone, 70,000 lives are lost to drug overdoses every year, with countless others impacted by the … abuse prevention,” said Postmaster General Louis DeJoy. “Millions of Americans have had their lives hijacked by the … who has worked and encouraged the drug free message over the last 40 years. We appreciate and thank our long …
October 27, 2020
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Curious Goods LLC Coconspirators Sentenced For Synthetic Marijuana Sales Scheme

December 16, 2014
… United States District Judge Elizabeth E. Foote presided over the hearings. Curious Goods LLC was ordered to pay a … 31, 2011, Curious Goods stores made approximately $5 million from the sale of the illegal “Mr. Miyagi” product. … Parish Sheriff’s Office, Iberia Parish Sheriff’s Office, Vermillion Parish Sheriff’s Office and the Lafayette Police …
December 16, 2014
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Two Men Detained In Federal Custody In Record Seizure Of Crystal Methamphetamine

December 14, 2012
… The defendants were charged as the result of an undercover DEA Worcester, Mass., Tactical Diversion (DEA Task … kilos of crystal methamphetamine, worth an estimated $4.2 million. According to court documents, Sanchez, a Mexican … controlled substances into New England. Working in an undercover capacity, DEA Task Force agents tracked a shipment of …
December 14, 2012
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Richard McNeal Hillman Sentenced To 188 Months On A-PVP (a.k.a. “Gravel” Or “Flakka”) And Firearm Charges

August 14, 2015
… you’ll step on your own foot.”  Hillman estimated making over a quarter of a million dollars selling gravel, which was his only source of …
August 14, 2015
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Dr. Michael Belfiore Of Merrick, New York Indicted In Overdose Deaths Of Two Young Men

June 29, 2017
… Dr. Michael Belfiore Of Merrick, New York Indicted In Overdose Deaths Of Two Young Men June 29, 2017 New York … indicted for the illegal distribution of oxycodone to undercover police officer NEW YORK - An indictment was returned … minimum sentence of 20 years’ imprisonment and a $10 million fine. This case is the latest in a series of federal …
June 29, 2017