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Powerful Stories and Connections During DEA Washington Division’s 3rd Family Summit on Fentanyl

June 24, 2024
Powerful Stories and Connections During DEA Washington Division’s 3rd Family Summit on Fentanyl June 24, 2024 Washington, DC Contact Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 Washington.Special.Agent@dea.gov …
June 24, 2024
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Leader of cocaine trafficking organization admits guilt

October 13, 2020
… organization that transported and distributed significant amounts of cocaine and other drugs into the coastal Georgia …
October 13, 2020
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DEA Working To Avoid U.S. Drug Shortages

April 09, 2018
… portion of their quota allotment and DEA reallocated these amounts to three DEA-registered manufacturers of FDA …
April 09, 2018
GENERAL INFORMATION

Public Affairs

January 21, 2025
… Administration 8701 Morrissette Drive Springfield, VA 22152 Email:  DEA.Intergovernmental.Affairs@dea.gov Media …
January 21, 2025
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Community Event
August 19, 2019 - August 20, 2019
August 19, 2019 - August 20, 2019

Practitioner Diversion Awareness Conference

12:00 AM - 9:00 AM (EDT)
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Practitioner Diversion Awareness Conference August 19 & 20, 2019 DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown Manchester, NH 03101 The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be hosting two regional one-day Practitioner Diversion Awareness Conferences (PDAC) on Monday, August 19, and Tuesday, August 20, 2019. The same conference will be held both days...
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DEA Recognizes National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day with Extended Museum Hours

August 20, 2025
… continue. Already this year, DEA has seized more than 30 million fentanyl pills and 6,000 pounds of fentanyl powder.  In 2024, DEA seized more than 60 million fentanyl pills and nearly 8,000 pounds of fentanyl powder, which equates to more than 380 million potentially deadly doses of fentanyl that DEA was …
August 20, 2025
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Suburban Chicago Man Convicted of Laundering Drug Proceeds for Mexican Traffickers

March 28, 2022
… in Mexico to facilitate the receipt of more than $1 million in narcotics proceeds in the United States.  Han … a money counter, multiple firearms, more than $1.1 million in cash concealed in cookie tins inside of a drop … finding that Han should forfeit approximately $1.5 million in cash, four handguns, a 2016 Mercedes-Benz …
March 28, 2022
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Former Honduran congressman Tony Hernández convicted of conspiring to import cocaine into the United States and related firearms and false-statements offenses

October 21, 2019
… of cocaine into the United States.    Hernández made millions of dollars through his cocaine trafficking, and he funneled millions of dollars of drug proceeds to National Party …
October 21, 2019
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Leader Of Multi-State Cocaine Ring Sentenced To Life In Prison

January 26, 2011
… drug organization with ties to a Mexican cartel made $10 million illegal profit LONDON, KY. - On January 25, 2011, an … an international narcotics trafficking conspiracy that made millions of dollars from distributing cocaine in different …
January 26, 2011
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Four People Charged In Large Marijuana Caper That Transported Thousands Of Pounds From Arizona To Ohio

February 03, 2016
… police seize 2,000 pounds of marijuana and more than $1.2 million in cash COLUMBUS, Ohio - Four defendants were … more than 2,000 pounds of marijuana and more than $1.2 million in cash in connection with the investigation. Carter … by a range of 10 years up to life in prison, and a $10 million fine. Initial court appearances for the arrestees …
February 03, 2016
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Drug Traffickers Plead Guilty On Eve Of Trial

June 05, 2014
… tractors, trailers and jewelry, valued at more than $1 million. Additionally, as part of his plea agreement, Marichalar has also agreed to a $10 million money judgment against him. Cross pleaded guilty to … years up to life in federal prison as well as a maximum $10 million fine. Marichalar also faces a maximum of 20 years in …
June 05, 2014
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“Shrek” Receives Significant Sentence In Operation El Patron

December 22, 2014
… more than 20 years in prison and ordered to pay nearly $42 million following multiple convictions of drug and … to the convictions, federal agents seized more than $7.5 million in drug proceeds and more than 450 kilograms of … of approximately 12,500 kilograms of cocaine and $41. 9 million in drug proceeds by these and other co-conspirators. …
December 22, 2014
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Head Pharmacist Of West Orange Pharmacy Sentenced To 37 Months In Prison For Selling Oxycodone Without Prescriptions

July 10, 2014
… court.   Stefanelli also previously agreed forfeit $1.5 million, consisting of illegal profits obtained from his … to cheat customers and bilk insurance companies out of millions of dollars. On March 13, 2014, the Carluccis were …
July 10, 2014
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Three Jackson Men Indicted On Federal Drug Charges

September 20, 2012
… he faces a maximum penalty of 120 years in prison and a $6 million fine. Tonny Wash, 27, of Jackson, is charged with … he faces a maximum penalty of 20 years prison and a $1 million fine. Willie Milton Cage Jr., 28, of Jackson, is … he faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a $1 million fine. The defendants were arrested on Tuesday, …
September 20, 2012
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Two Hampden County Men Indicted For Large Scale Drug Conspiracy

March 25, 2016
… south.  During a search of the tractor trailer, $1.17 million was recovered from a hidden compartment of the cab. … up to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of $10 million and restitution.  The charge of distribution and … and up to a lifetime of supervised release and a fine of $5 million and restitution.  Actual sentences for federal …
March 25, 2016
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Treasury Sanctions Gulf Cartel Drug Trafficker Action Targets Mexican Cocaine Trafficker, Abel Briones Ruiz, And His Support Network

May 21, 2015
… the Kingpin Act range from civil penalties of up to $1.075 million per violation to more severe criminal penalties. … may include up to 30 years in prison and fines of up to $5 million.  Criminal fines for corporations may reach $10 million.  Other individuals could face up to 10 years in …
May 21, 2015
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Third Defendant In Rhode Island’s Largest Cocaine Bust Sentenced To 15 1/2 Years In Federal Prison

February 01, 2013
… Practitioner 571-362-9171 65 kilos of cocaine, $1.2 million in cash seized in federal, state, local law … with the seizure of 65 kilos of cocaine and more than $1.2 million in cash, the single largest seizure of cocaine in … two vehicles. Authorities seized 65 kilos of cocaine, $1.2 million in cash and a firearm. On …
February 01, 2013
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Two Anchorage Men Charged In Drug Conspiracy That Resulted In Death Of A Minor

August 27, 2013
… by up to a lifetime of supervised release, and a $1 million fine. The charges of drug distribution resulting in … supervised release, and maximum fines ranging from $1 million to $2 million. This case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement …
August 27, 2013
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Guilty: Major Synthetic Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

August 14, 2017
… Shipped at least 24 tons of synthetic cannabinoid, $33 million in sales, sold under names such as “Bizarro” and … the United States. They generated in excess of $33 million in sales. At the time of the illicit enterprise, … faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison and a $10 million fine. The charges against him are only allegations; …
August 14, 2017
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Traffic Stops In San Joaquin, Shasta, And Nevada Counties Lead To Federal Narcotic Trafficking Charges

December 06, 2012
… a maximum statutory penalty of life in prison and a $10 million fine. Gonzalez-Moran and Luvio face a sentence of 10 years to life in prison and a $20 million fine. Barker faces a maximum statutory penalty of 40 years in prison and a $5 million fine. Any sentence, however, would be determined at …
December 06, 2012
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Two Men Indicted For Sanger Marijuana Cultivation Operation Bullet Holes In Thieves’ Truck Lead To Defendants

October 25, 2012
… faces a sentence of five to 40 years in prison and a $5 million fine. Due to a prior felony conviction for … faces a sentence of 10 to 30 years in prison and a $10 million fine. The actual sentences, if convicted, will be … said U.S. Attorney Wagner. “To date, nearly half a million marijuana plants have been seized and 81 defendants …
October 25, 2012
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Gulf Coast health care fraud strike force expanded to include Eastern District of Texas

November 18, 2020
… has resulted in more than a thousand arrests and recovered millions of taxpayer dollars,” said Dallas Special Agent in … than $4.5 billion connected to telemedicine, more than $845 million connected to substance abuse treatment facilities, …
November 18, 2020
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DEA Washington Division Hosts 1st Family Summit to Engage with Families Affected by Fentanyl Poisoning

November 22, 2022
DEA Washington Division Hosts 1st Family Summit to Engage with Families Affected by Fentanyl Poisoning November 22, 2022 Washington, DC Contact Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 …
November 22, 2022
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Three Plead Guilty To Drug And Money Laundering Conspiracy Charges

April 25, 2025
Three Plead Guilty To Drug And Money Laundering Conspiracy Charges April 25, 2025 New England Contact Info Contact Us 617-557-2100 (617) 557-2100 Kristen Govostes Recruiter Name Brian Tomasetta 617-557-2309 bostonspecialagentrecruiter@dea.gov Talk to a …
April 25, 2025
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Final Defendant Arrested During 2023 Joint Enforcement Operation in Carlsbad Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Offenses

April 18, 2024
Final Defendant Arrested During 2023 Joint Enforcement Operation in Carlsbad Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Offenses April 18, 2024 El Paso Contact Info Contact Us (915) 832-6000 571-324-7093 carlos.a.briano@dea.gov Carlos A. Briano Recruiter Name …
April 18, 2024
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Operación dirigida por la DEA que tiene como blanco al Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación genera más de 600 arrestos

March 11, 2020
Operación dirigida por la DEA que tiene como blanco al Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación genera más de 600 arrestos March 11, 2020 El Paso Contact Info Contact Us (915) 832-6000 571-324-7093 carlos.a.briano@dea.gov Carlos A. Briano Recruiter Name …
March 11, 2020
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Thirteen Cibola County Residents Charged With Drug Trafficking And Firearms Offenses

March 07, 2013
Thirteen Cibola County Residents Charged With Drug Trafficking And Firearms Offenses March 07, 2013 El Paso Contact Info Contact Us (915) 832-6000 571-324-7093 carlos.a.briano@dea.gov Carlos A. Briano Recruiter Name Elizabeth Borruel (915) 832-6000 …
March 07, 2013
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Five Santa Fe Residents Arrested On Federal Oxycodone Trafficking Charges

September 26, 2013
Five Santa Fe Residents Arrested On Federal Oxycodone Trafficking Charges September 26, 2013 El Paso Contact Info Contact Us (915) 832-6000 571-324-7093 carlos.a.briano@dea.gov Carlos A. Briano Recruiter Name Elizabeth Borruel (915) 832-6000 …
September 26, 2013
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Eighteen Individuals Charged With Participating In Tri-State Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy

October 31, 2013
Eighteen Individuals Charged With Participating In Tri-State Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy October 31, 2013 El Paso Contact Info Contact Us (915) 832-6000 571-324-7093 carlos.a.briano@dea.gov Carlos A. Briano Recruiter Name Elizabeth Borruel …
October 31, 2013
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Greenville Man Sentenced To 84 Months In Federal Prison For Role In Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy

February 07, 2018
Greenville Man Sentenced To 84 Months In Federal Prison For Role In Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy February 07, 2018 Dallas Contact Info Contact Us (214) 366-6900 571-324-7481 Dallas.Field.Division.PIO@dea.gov Cynthia M. Velazquez Recruiter Name SA Lorie …
February 07, 2018