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British National Convicted on International Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Charges Linked to the 2017 Deaths of Two Navy Submariners

… that they would ship these substances anywhere in the world from their basis of operation in Vancouver, British … testimony at trial valued the fentanyl analogues recovered from Defendant Nicholls’ conspirator’s home at $24,000,000 … illegal drugs, reduce crime, and enhance the safety and quality of life for our residents. Collaboration is key to …
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57 People Linked To Drug Trafficking Organizations That Smuggled Narcotics From Mexico In PVC Pipes Charged In Federal Court

… To Drug Trafficking Organizations That Smuggled Narcotics From Mexico In PVC Pipes Charged In Federal Court August 15, … and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   Anthony Chrysanthis …
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DEA and Local Partners Host 18th National Drug Takeback on October 26th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

… Partners Host 18th National Drug Takeback on October 26th from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. October 26, 2019 Los Angeles Contact … and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   Anthony Chrysanthis … remove ever-higher amounts of opioids and other medications from the nation’s homes, where they are vulnerable to …
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More Than 18,000 Pounds of Unused Medication Removed From Communities in Five State DEA Omaha Division

… More Than 18,000 Pounds of Unused Medication Removed From Communities in Five State DEA Omaha Division May 31, … for a nonmedical purpose obtained that medication from a family member or friend. Since the program’s …
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DEA Warning: Scammers Impersonating DEA Agents Are Stealing Identities, Money

… Operation Engage Detroit Eliminating the local drug threat and engaging community leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit … be heard here . “Our office receives 3 – 5 calls a month from people all over the country, often moments after they … are making accusations against that practitioner. The best deterrence against these bad actors is awareness and …
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US Attorney’s Office Announces “The Right Prescription For New Jersey”Federal, State Agencies And Non-Profits Come Together To Prevent Prescription Drug Abuse

… Right Prescription For New Jersey”Federal, State Agencies And Non-Profits Come Together To Prevent Prescription Drug … corners, our unprepared loved ones can be supplied by their best friends at school, unsecured medicine cabinets in our … drug abuse an epidemic, reporting that the death toll from overdoses of prescription painkillers has more than …
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Drug Enforcement Administration Western Lab Wins EPA Federal Green Challenge Award For Electronics Recycling

… hope they inspire more organizations to keep electronics from ending up in landfills,” said Jared Blumenfeld, EPA … resulting in a nearly 10 percent increase over its baseline from the previous year, an increase greater than any of the … recycling, divert waste from landfills, help provide quality reusable and refurbished equipment to those who need …
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DEA And Governor Wolf Announce 15th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

… potentially addictive medicines in the house is one of the best ways to prevent a member of your family from becoming a victim of the opioid epidemic,” said SAC …
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Three Charged With Capital Murder Of Ex-NFL Player: Also Charged With Heroin And Cocaine Conspiracy

… abetting each other, it is alleged that defendants traveled from Birmingham, Alabama to Detroit, Michigan with the … our communities safer and drug free.” "The FBI is at its best when working in concert with our local, state, and …
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South Carolina Man Charged with Trafficking Firearms from South Carolina to New York City

… South Carolina Man Charged with Trafficking Firearms from South Carolina to New York City April 29, 2026 New York … transporting over a dozen firearms, as well as ammunition, from South Carolina to New York City.  RUTHERFORD was …
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Last Defendant In Acadiana Methamphetamine Distribution Conspiracy Sentenced

… methamphetamine in Lafayette and the surrounding areas from April 2015 until December 2015. Co-defendants Jeremy … distribution of methamphetamine and receipt of funds made from the sale of the drugs. Scoggin and others admitted that the methamphetamine received from Hamlett was of high quality and purity. Scoggin conspired with the other …
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Multi-Agency Law Enforcement Operation Tackles Violent Crime, Drug Trafficking, Firearms Offenses, And Gang Activity In Broward County

… Tackles Violent Crime, Drug Trafficking, Firearms Offenses, And Gang Activity In Broward County May 12, 2015 Miami … are, in large part, the result of initiatives which stem from the Violence Reduction Partnership, launched by the … that we are dedicated to improving public safety and the quality of life for law-abiding residents by protecting …
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Luxury car purveyor extradicted on fraud and money laundering charges

… investigation a success.” “Chulpayev allegedly profited from years of fraud and by catering to drug traffickers … example to individuals that distance does not insulate them from the reach of our investigations and our resolve in the … allegedly recruited straw purchasers – people who would buy luxury cars in their names, but had no intention of …
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Hartford Man Involved In Heroin Trafficking Ring Sentenced To 41 Months In Federal Prison

… as member of the organization was to “test” the quality of the heroin that was delivered. On April 20, 2011, … Administration Task Force composed of agents and officers from the DEA and the Bristol, Hartford, Manchester, New …
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Waterville Man Sentenced To More Than 15 Years For Cocaine And Oxycodone Trafficking

… over 500 grams of cocaine and over 6500 oxycodone tablets from New York City, transported them to Waterville himself … life and a business” for McCray who had some good personal qualities, but no “moral compass.” The case was investigated …
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Methamphetamine Trafficker Sentenced To 20 Years Prison For Trafficking Drugs To Hawaii

… a methamphetamine distribution business that purchased high quality crystal methamphetamine in Northern California and … Ortiz and Tamasoa have pleaded guilty to charges stemming from the methamphetamine trafficking activity.  Poloai is …
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Last Of Four Methamphetamine Traffickers Sentenced To Prison

… 10, 2013, the four defendants travelled in two vehicles from San Jose to a shopping center just off Interstate … year. Additionally, the increase in both the quantity and quality of the methamphetamine seized in the last three …
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Ten Members Of Fraudulent Prescription Ring Arrested

… Domestic Northern California in Bakersfield, Fresno, Oakland, Sacramento, San Jose, Santa Rosa, and Stockton areas … accused of doing so using their own identities, using high-quality fraudulent California Driver Licenses in other … federal agents also received substantial assistance from a number of state and local law enforcement agencies …
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Oroville Men Charged In Interstate Marijuana Cultivation And Distribution Scheme

… trafficker operating in New York, to supply Thaqi with high quality marijuana from California. Thaqi and 36 others have been charged in …
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San Luis Methamphetamine Trafficker Sentenced To 20 Years

… is a destructive poison that can cause terrible harm to the quality of life in our communities,” said DEA Special Agent … more than three pounds of 96% pure “ice” methamphetamine from a location in Fresno, Calif., and more than seven pounds of methamphetamine from a location in Moreno Valley, Calif., along with more …
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Administrator Cole’s Statement Following Major Fentanyl Seizures that Took Millions of Lethal Doses off the Streets of New York

April 10, 2026
… extraordinary work of the DEA New York Task Force Division and the New York City Special Narcotics Prosecutor’s Office, which removed 42.5 kilograms of fentanyl from the streets of New York City this week and dismantled a … saving American lives looks like.  It exemplifies the very best of public service – protecting lives, upholding the …
April 10, 2026
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Four Bulloch County drug traffickers sentenced to federal prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy

… Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us 2920 Brandywine Road Atlanta , GA 30341 United States … time in prison.” “This successful operation represents the best of law enforcement working together with citizen to remove bad elements from the community,” said U.S. Attorney Christine. “When …
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Drug Trafficking Ring Taken Down

… heroin, methamphetamine and cocaine into the United States from Mexico, according to a case unsealed on Thursday. On Wednesday, agents from a multi-agency task force led by the Drug Enforcement … powerful weapons off our streets. Law enforcement is at its best when we combine our assets, unite and stand strong …
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Nine defendants charged in international drug trafficking conspiracy

… with ties to Mexico and Honduras who transported drugs from Los Angeles to the Bay Area and Seattle SAN FRANCISCO – … Artiaga,” to obtain drugs. The defendants brought the drugs from Mexico through Los Angeles to the Bay Area. The … message is simple: We will continue to do our best to prevent these bold criminals from destroying any …
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Four Charged In Large Scale Heroin/Fentanyl Trafficking Ring

… specially outfitted with “hides” to conceal the drugs from law enforcement. “DEA is committed to investigating and … This was an important investigation that led investigators from Boston to Cape Cod and removed suspected deadly … search warrants for Fraga’s vehicle, a hotel room at the Best Western in Hyannis, the Fragas’ residence in …
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Convenience store manager sentenced to prison for trafficking synthetic cannabinoids

… between November 2014 and April 2015, the defendant managed Best in the West, a convenience store located at 670 Jay …
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Three Charged In 40 Kilogram Cocaine Delivery

… Houston Police Department. Assistant U.S. Attorney Bryan K. Best is prosecuting the case. An indictment is a formal …
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Houston Doctor, Pharmacist, Recruiter Sentenced In Opioid Diversion Conspiracy

… federal prison for their roles in an oxycodone dispensation and distribution conspiracy, announced DEA Special … Agent-in-Charge of the Houston Division, Joseph M. Arabit and Acting United States Attorney Abe Martinez.   Dr. … the investigation. Assistant U.S. Attorney Bryan K. Best is prosecuting the case. On …
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DEA Sponsors The Play Off-Script As Part Of DEA 360 Strategy Against Prescription Opioid, Heroin Abuse

… community and social service organizations that are best positioned to provide long-term help and support for …
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DEA To Sponsor Off-Script Play For High School Students As Part Of The 360 Strategy To Address Prescription Opioid And Heroin Abuse

… community and social service organizations that are best positioned to provide long-term help and support for …