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New Haven Man Admits Distributing Methamphetamine Pills and Crack While on Supervised Release

April 25, 2025
… New Haven Man Admits Distributing Methamphetamine Pills and Crack While on Supervised Release April 25, 2025 New England Contact Info Contact Us 617-557-2100 (617) 557-2100 … Ogman’s sentence to time served, and he was released from prison.  Ogman resumed his drug trafficking activity …
April 25, 2025
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Accused Drug Cartel Broker, 28 Others Indicted in St. Louis

June 07, 2024
… Mexico-based broker who obtained fentanyl, meth and cocaine from drug cartels and had it delivered to the St. Louis area … of organizing the transport of undocumented immigrants from Mexico into the United States, who were then required … operations.  Rosas-Vargas also discussed sending firearms from the U.S. to Mexico for use by the cartels, the motion …
June 07, 2024
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DEA-led operation nets more than 600 arrests targeting Cártel Jalisco Nueva Generación

March 11, 2020
… “Menchito,” and second in command of CJNG, was extradited from Mexico to the United States on charges of alleged drug … impact on the fabric of our local communities. The proceeds from the local distribution of these narcotics are … Special Operations Division, federal prosecutors from the Narcotic and Dangerous Drug Section of the …
March 11, 2020
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Eleven area residents indicted for $1.7 million meth, heroin conspiracy, numerous illegal firearms

January 13, 2020
… and heroin and in a money-laundering conspiracy from Jan. 1, 2017, to Dec. 12, 2109. According to court … arrested that day after Saettone purchased methamphetamine from Ruiz at Ruiz’s residence. Officers stopped Saettone as … to forfeit to the government any proceeds obtained from the alleged drug-trafficking conspiracy, including a …
January 13, 2020
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Operator of SeaTac Drug Ring ‘Stash House’ Sentenced to Three Years in Prison to be Followed by Three Years of Supervised Release

August 27, 2025
Operator of SeaTac Drug Ring ‘Stash House’ Sentenced to Three Years in Prison to be Followed by Three Years of Supervised Release August 27, 2025 Seattle Contact Info Contact Us (206) 553-5443 (571) 387-3831 (571)-387-3193 …
August 27, 2025
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Madison Man Sentenced for Possession with Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine

December 10, 2025
… is the second most common substance found in people who die from a drug poisoning,” said Drug Enforcement Administration … criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime.  Drug Trafficking …
December 10, 2025
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Maine Man Charged with Trafficking Multiple Kilos of Cocaine Delivered in Rhode Island

December 02, 2025
… criminal organizations and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
December 02, 2025
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Fentanyl Distributor Connected to 2 Overdose Deaths Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Federal Prison

November 20, 2025
… controlled purchases of fentanyl mixed with xylazine from Graham. Graham was arrested on February 26, 2025, in … Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) Task Force includes personnel from the DEA Bridgeport Resident Office, the Connecticut …
November 20, 2025
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Somersworth Man Arrested on State Assault Offense Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Distribution Charge

November 14, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
November 14, 2025
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Mexican National Sentenced to More Than Five Years in Prison For Conspiring to Traffic Cocaine and Money Laundering

September 04, 2025
… Than Five Years in Prison For Conspiring to Traffic Cocaine and Money Laundering September 04, 2025 New England Contact … individuals to traffic cocaine and heroin from Mexico, through California, to Massachusetts and into … of heroin (which was later determined to be pure fentanyl) from sources in Mexico. Palafox also admitted to conspiring …
September 04, 2025
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Armed Drug Trafficker Pleads Guilty

August 28, 2025
… car crashed a short time later and Purvis and others ran from the scene.  A search of the car revealed quantities of … Police Department.  The Task Force includes personnel from the DEA Hartford Resident Office, the Connecticut State …
August 28, 2025
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Hartford Man Sentenced to 36 Months for Oxycodone Distribution and Gun Possession Offenses

August 20, 2025
… investigators made controlled purchases of oxycodone pills from Benitez and his co-conspirator. Benitez was arrested on … Tactical Diversion Squad, which is composed of personnel from the DEA, the Connecticut State Police, and the Bristol, …
August 20, 2025
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Two Pensacola Men Charged with Armed Drug Trafficking

August 18, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
August 18, 2025
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Man Pleads Guilty for Intent to Distribute Methamphetamine

August 18, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
August 18, 2025
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Fort Pierce Drug Dealer Sentenced to Eight Years in Federal Prison

August 18, 2025
… involved in overdose deaths. Over 150 people die every day from overdoses related to synthetic opioids like fentanyl. … with fentanyl. In 2022, more than 5,622 people died from overdoses involving fentanyl and fentanyl analogs in …
August 18, 2025
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Stamford Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced to More Than 6 Years in Federal Prison

August 12, 2025
… investigators made four controlled purchases of fentanyl from Gamble. Gamble was arrested on a federal criminal … The DEA’s Bridgeport HIDTA Task Force includes personnel from the DEA Bridgeport Resident Office, the Connecticut …
August 12, 2025
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Waterbury Armed Drug Trafficker Sentenced to 5 Years in Federal Prison

August 12, 2025
… investigators made eight controlled purchases of narcotics from Harrison and his associates.  On June 20, 2024, law … Police Department.  The Task Force includes members from the DEA, U.S. Marshals Service, Internal Revenue …
August 12, 2025
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Ansonia Man Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Trafficking Charge, Faces at Least 10 Years in Federal Prison

July 28, 2025
… made multiple controlled purchases of fentanyl from Graham. On February 26, 2025, Graham was arrested on … Area (HIDTA) Task Force.  The Task Force includes personnel from the DEA Bridgeport Resident Office, the Connecticut …
July 28, 2025
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Panama City Man Pleads Guilty to Trafficking 10 Pounds of Meth

July 24, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
July 24, 2025
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Pensacola Man Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Fentanyl, Meth, Cocaine, and Heroin

July 22, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
July 22, 2025
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Pensacola Man Pleads Guilty to Armed Possession with Intent to Distribute Large Amounts of Narcotics

July 22, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
July 22, 2025
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Waterbury Drug Trafficker Sentenced to More Than 17 Years in Federal Prison

July 16, 2025
… made two controlled purchases of crack directly from Diaz-Rivera.  Diaz-Rivera used violence and threats to … The FBI’s Waterbury Safe Streets Gang Task includes members from the FBI, the Waterbury Police Department, the Naugatuck …
July 16, 2025
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Marianna Man Receives 10 Years in Prison for Dealing Meth

July 15, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
July 15, 2025
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Tallahassee Man Pleads Guilty to Drug Trafficking and Illegal Firearms Possession

July 14, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
July 14, 2025
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Federal Charges Filed Against Williston Man for Armed Drug Trafficking

July 14, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
July 14, 2025
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L.A. County Fentanyl Distributor Found Guilty in Death of Gold Line Rider

July 02, 2025
… and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   Brian M. Clark … efforts on all levels of illegal distribution of fentanyl, from the cartels importing it down to the street level … our unwavering commitment to protecting our communities from the deadly impact of drug-related crimes.” United …
July 02, 2025
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Waterbury Man Sentenced to Prison for Role in Drug Trafficking Ring

June 16, 2025
… enforcement made two controlled purchases of crack cocaine from Delrosario-Canela, one of the main street-level … The FBI’s Waterbury Safe Streets Gang Task includes members from the FBI, the Waterbury Police Department, the Naugatuck …
June 16, 2025
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Associate Of Violent Gang Sentenced To More Than Five Years In Prison For Drug Distribution And Firearms Offenses

June 01, 2025
… to 3-5 years in prison. He is therefore prohibited from possessing a firearm and ammunition.  United States … in the same location. This co-located model enables agents from different agencies to collaborate on …
June 01, 2025
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Dominican National Charged With Distributing Hundreds Of Fentanyl Pills

June 01, 2025
… criminal organizations (TCOs), and protect our communities from the perpetrators of violent crime. Operation Take Back America streamlines efforts and resources from the Department’s Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task …
June 01, 2025
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Bridgeport Drug Trafficker Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison for Third Federal Conviction

May 30, 2025
… 2024, investigators made controlled purchases of fentanyl from Hammett. Hammett was arrested on May 14, 2024.  On that … Departments.  The DEA HIDTA Task Force includes personnel from the DEA Bridgeport Resident Office, the Connecticut …
May 30, 2025