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DEA Announces Tip Line, Wanted Poster For Chapo

… Diego Division. In addition to the tip line, the public can email tips to CHAPOTIPS@USDOJ.GOV - . In concert with the … address, and the U.S. State Department reward of up to $5 million for the arrest of Chapo. “Joaquin ‘El Chapo’ … 22 members of his organization with conspiracy to import over eight tons of cocaine and money laundering. On …
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Over 20 Pounds of Narcotics and a Gun Seized in the Bronx

… Over 20 Pounds of Narcotics and a Gun Seized in the Bronx … of Heroin/Fentanyl Branded “Playboy” and “Tesla” An undercover investigation that began with a large cocaine sale …
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Orange County Man Sentenced to 25 Years in Federal Prison for Distributing Fentanyl and Causing Two Fatal Drug Overdoses

… and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   Anthony Chrysanthis …
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United States Files Civil Complaint Against New Mexico Psychologist Alleging Improper Prescribing of Controlled Substances

United States Files Civil Complaint Against New Mexico Psychologist Alleging Improper Prescribing of Controlled Substances May 01, 2026 El Paso Contact Info Contact Us (915) 832-6000 571-324-7093 carlos.a.briano@dea.gov Carlos A. Briano Recruiter Name …
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Las Cruces Man Charged with Federal Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses

Las Cruces Man Charged with Federal Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses March 27, 2026 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 …
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Albuquerque Man Sentenced for Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses

Albuquerque Man Sentenced for Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses March 27, 2026 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 …
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California Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Distribution Conspiracy in the Northern District of Florida

California Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Distribution Conspiracy in the Northern District of Florida March 13, 2026 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - Option 5 Miami.FD.PIO@dea.gov 571-362-3106 Miami.Recruiting@dea.gov Talk to a …
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Panama City Meth Trafficker Receives 17 Years in Prison

Panama City Meth Trafficker Receives 17 Years in Prison March 11, 2026 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - Option 5 Miami.FD.PIO@dea.gov 571-362-3106 Miami.Recruiting@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us 2100 North …
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Two Mexican nationals Removed to U.S. to Face Federal Drug Trafficking Charges in New Mexico

Two Mexican nationals Removed to U.S. to Face Federal Drug Trafficking Charges in New Mexico February 18, 2026 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) …
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Homeland Security Task Force Investigation Takes Down Drug and Gun Trafficking Ring; Six Arrested

Homeland Security Task Force Investigation Takes Down Drug and Gun Trafficking Ring; Six Arrested February 03, 2026 New England Contact Info Contact Us 617-557-2100 (617) 557-2100 Kristen Govostes Recruiter Name Garth Hamelin …
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Oxnard Men Charged with Being Prolific Sinaloa-Linked Drug Traffickers in Ventura and Los Angeles Counties

… and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   Anthony Chrysanthis …
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HSTF: Chinese National and Las Vegas Man Charged in Scheme to Import Deadly Synthetic Opioid into U.S.

HSTF: Chinese National and Las Vegas Man Charged in Scheme to Import Deadly Synthetic Opioid into U.S. May 11, 2026 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) 362-3364 - Option 5 Miami.FD.PIO@dea.gov 571-362-3106 Miami.Recruiting@dea.gov Talk to a …
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Colorado Breaks Record For Fentanyl Pill Seizures

… Field Division (RMFD) announces it has seized nearly 2.7 million fentanyl pills – or “fake” pills – in Colorado, with … on the other. Just two milligrams of fentanyl – an amount that can fit on the tip of a pencil – is considered a … Wyoming and Montana have seen pill seizures trend lower over the course of 2024. Last year’s pill seizure total for …
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Equitable Sharing Program “Takes The Profit Out Of Crime And Benefits Public Safety”

… California Synthetic Cannabinoid Trafficker Forfeits Over $6.5 Million of Drug Proceeds FRESNO, Calif. - The U.S. …
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Heroin Investigations Lead To Two Major Seizures: $12 Million Street Value

… Heroin Investigations Lead To Two Major Seizures: $12 Million Street Value October 01, 2014 New York Contact Info … announced two major seizures of heroin worth more than $12 million dollars and nine arrests. Acting Special Agent in …
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Prescription Drug Take-Back To Be Held Saturday, April 26, 2014

… 1-800-882-9539.  Last October, Americans turned in 324 (over 647,000 pounds) of prescription drugs at over 4,114 … Back events, DEA and its partners have taken in over 3.4 million pounds-more than 1,700 tons-of pills.  This … DEA Assistant Special Agent in Charge Clay Morris.  “The amount of drugs that we have disposed of in the past speaks …
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Dominican National Pleads Guilty To Fentanyl Trafficking

… According to court documents, in September 2024, an undercover agent ordered 30,000 blue pressed fentanyl pills and … was found to be in possession of a Dominican identification card. Together, the blue pressed pills and bags of brown … five years of supervised release; and a fine of up to $10 million. The defendant is subject to deportation proceedings …
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Joint law enforcement operation results in major eradication in northwest New Mexico

… in the District of New Mexico. What they accomplished over the past week is remarkable. We are proud stand with … and federal law.” “I'm not sure what is more amazing: the amount of high-grade marijuana we kept off America's … and tribal agencies who tirelessly worked together to overcome numerous challenges and get the job done,” said …
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DEA’s 17th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day has highest-ever partner participation

… its law enforcement partners have now collected nearly 12 million pounds of unused or expired prescription medications over the course of 17 successful DEA National Prescription … dangerous unwanted drugs.   This brings the total amount of drugs collected by DEA since the fall of 2010 to …
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Federal Indictment Alleges Alliance Between Sinaloa Cartel and Money Launderers Linked to Chinese Underground Banking

… trafficking proceeds. During the conspiracy, more than $50 million in drug proceeds flowed between the Sinaloa Cartel … with links to Chinese underground banking, processed large amounts of drug proceeds in U.S. currency in the Los Angeles … DEA Administrator Anne Milgram. “This DEA investigation uncovered a partnership between Sinaloa Cartel associates and a …
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New York Doctor Sentenced To More Than 13 Years In Prison For Unlawfully Dispensing Nearly 1 Million Oxycodone Pills

… Than 13 Years In Prison For Unlawfully Dispensing Nearly 1 Million Oxycodone Pills September 28, 2016 New York Contact … The New York doctor ordered to forfeit more than $2 million in fees collected for “doctor visits NEW YORK -   - …
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Former President Of Guatemala, Alfonso Portillo, Sentenced In Manhattan Federal Court For Laundering Millions Of Dollars Through United States Banks

… Sentenced In Manhattan Federal Court For Laundering Millions Of Dollars Through United States Banks May 23, 2014 …
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Port St. Joe Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Prison for Conspiracy to Distribute Methamphetamine

… and deadly controlled substances from our communities. Moreover, this sentence should serve as a strong deterrent to … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Pain Clinic Doctor and Staff Member Charged with Unlawful Distribution of Opioids

… Mohammed also falsified urine screen results, managed the overcrowded waiting room and parking lot, and fielded calls … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Auburn, Washington Man Who Converted Garage to a Fentanyl Pill Manufacturing Lab Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison

… into pills is easy to count:  It could have yielded over 300,000 lethal doses,” said David F. Reames, Special … of his scheme and took steps to protect himself from overdose and violence, callously disregarding these dangers … pill manufacturing machine are being forfeited to the government.”   According to records filed in the case, from …
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Clay County Woman Sentenced to Six Years in Prison for Possession with Intent to Distribute Meth, Fentanyl, and Cocaine

… inside the vehicle. Deputies searched the vehicle and found over 20 grams of fentanyl in 17 individual sealed baggies, … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Two Sentenced for Distributing Fentanyl Resulting in Death

… families affected by accidental drug poisonings and fatal overdoses. Fentanyl dealers like Tylicky and Kirk will be … awareness campaign, the agency seized a record of 74.5 million fentanyl pills in 2023. Laboratory testing indicates … helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or visit the online treatment locator. # # # Drug Trafficking Fake Pills …
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Cheshire Medical Center to Pay $2 Million to Settle Allegations of Controlled Substances Act Violations

… Cheshire Medical Center to Pay $2 Million to Settle Allegations of Controlled Substances Act … that Cheshire Medical Center (CMC) in Keene will pay $2 million to resolve allegations that it violated the …
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Medical Doctor Arrested On Federal ‘Structuring’ Charges For Making Cash Deposits To Avoid Federal Reporting Requirements

… and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   Anthony Chrysanthis … banks from reporting the deposits to the federal government, which is required for every cash transaction of … in support of the search warrants discusses a total of $3.8 million in structured cash deposits allegedly made by Bryan …
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… 6, 2008 DEA News: Cardinal Health Inc., Agrees To Pay $34 Million To Settle Claims That It Failed To Report Suspicious … Science Center October 1, 2008 Congress Passes Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection Act September 29, 2008 … 2, 2008 McKesson Corporation Agrees To Pay More Than $13 Million To Settle Claims That It Failed To Report Suspicious …
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