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DEA Chicago Field Division Welcomes New Special Agent in Charge

… Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin CHICAGO  – Drug Enforcement Administration Administrator Terrance C. Cole has … Cole as the Associate Chief of Operations (ACO) for the DEA Midwest Region. ACO Catone will now oversee …
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Wisconsin Man Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison for Drug, Gun Offenses

… Wisconsin Man Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison for Drug, Gun Offenses December 18, 2025 Chicago Contact … Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … A. Cooke, Assistant Special Agent in Charge of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration-Merrillville, Indiana, and Acting …
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Nash County Drug Dealer Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Selling Over 22 Pounds of Meth

… County Drug Dealer Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Selling Over 22 Pounds of Meth December 18, 2025 Atlanta … sentenced a Nash County man to 20 years in federal prison for selling more than 50 grams of methamphetamine. On … our children and families, you will sit in a federal prison for a long time. We will continue working with our law …
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Suitcases Stuffed with 45 Pounds of Meth Lead to 10-Year Federal Sentence

… Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … INDIANAPOLIS - Cesar Alexander Pineda-Penaloza, 21, of California has been sentenced to 10 years and 10 months in … International Airport on a one-way flight from California. Federal agents intercepted him at baggage claim, …
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Former Cadet Guilty of Attempted Meth Smuggling into Dooly State Prison

… Former Cadet Guilty of Attempted Meth Smuggling into Dooly … - (919) 790-3004 Wilmington - (910) 815-4513 MACON, Ga. – A former correctional officer cadet who attempted to bring … of 100% pure methamphetamine into Dooly State Prison for an inmate pleaded guilty to his crime in federal court. …
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Five Indiana Defendants Indicted for Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering, Firearms Crimes, and Attempted Killing of a Federal Officer

… Five Indiana Defendants Indicted for Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering, Firearms Crimes, and … Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … Cooke III, Assistant Special Agent in Charge of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration – Merrillville, Indiana, and M. …
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Identical Twins Sentenced to 15 Years for Role in Drug Trafficking Operation

… Identical Twins Sentenced to 15 Years for Role in Drug Trafficking Operation September 24, 2025 … the federal system. The case was investigated by the Drug Enforcement Administration, the Clarendon County Sheriff’s …
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Rock Hill Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Selling Fentanyl

… Rock Hill Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Federal Prison for Selling Fentanyl September 25, 2025 Atlanta Contact Info … has been sentenced to more than 20 years in federal prison for distributing fentanyl. Evidence obtained in the … his arrest in May 2023, federal agents with the Drug Enforcement Administration located four firearms, …
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York County Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Federal Prison for Drug Conspiracy

… York County Man Sentenced to 14 Years in Federal Prison for Drug Conspiracy September 19, 2025 Atlanta Contact Info … County, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for conspiracy to possess with the intent to distribute 400 … The investigation revealed that Brown was responsible for selling drugs that were obtained from other members of a …
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September 17, 2025
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DEA Chicago Field Division Welcomes New Deputy Special Agent in Charge

… Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin CHICAGO  – Drug Enforcement Administration Administrator Terrance C. Cole has … in executing and overseeing the Chicago Division’s drug enforcement mission throughout Illinois, Indiana and …
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Southern Indiana Trio Sentenced to Federal Prison for Meth Trafficking Operation

… Southern Indiana Trio Sentenced to Federal Prison for Meth Trafficking Operation August 27, 2025 Chicago … Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration-Indianapolis, and U.S. Attorney Tom …
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Justice Department Announces Results from Coordinated Operations Aimed at Reducing Violent Crime

… Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public Information Officer (571) 362-4892 NOFD.Recruiter@dea.gov Talk … - (318) 676-4080 Arkansas Fayetteville - (479) 442-2618 Fort Smith - (479) 783-6300 Little Rock - (501) 217-6500 … Gulfport - (228) 863-2992 Jackson - (601) 965-4400 Oxford - (662) 234-8542 BATON ROUGE, LA - Acting United States …
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Indiana Man Sentenced to 188 Months for Meth Trafficking and Firearm Offenses

… Indiana Man Sentenced to 188 Months for Meth Trafficking and Firearm Offenses August 07, 2025 … Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … Madison - (608) 210-4300 Milwaukee - (414) 336-7300 FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Alfred A. Cooke, Assistant Special Agent …
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DEA Chicago Division Welcomes New Special Agent in Charge

… Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … veteran of the DEA, tapped to lead DEA’s federal drug enforcement efforts throughout Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin CHICAGO  – …
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Gastonia Pharmacist Sentenced to Prison for Illegal Distribution of Oxycodone

… Gastonia Pharmacist Sentenced to Prison for Illegal Distribution of Oxycodone July 09, 2025 Atlanta … Carolina, was sentenced yesterday to two years in prison for illegally distributing oxycodone pills, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.  Jae W. Chung, …
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Thirteen People Charged in Takedown of a Major Drug Trafficking Network

… NEW YORK – Thirteen people have been charged and arrested for their roles in a New York City-based drug trafficking … III, Special Agent in Charge, New York Division, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA); United States Attorney for the Northern District of New York, John A. Sarcone III; …
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DEA Seizes Fentanyl, 25 Firearms from Suburban Chicago Residences and Storage Unit

… Fidel.ArroyoJr@dea.gov Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … — Sheila Lyons, Special Agent in Charge of U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Chicago Field Division, and Acting U.S. Attorney Joseph Boutros for the Northern District of Illinois announced that James …
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Methamphetamine and Gun Trafficker is Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison

… in prison followed by five years of supervised release for trafficking methamphetamine and firearms offenses, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.  According to … and evidence presented during court proceedings, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), the Bureau of Alcohol, …
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Atlanta Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Crack Cocaine, Fentanyl and Heroin

… Atlanta Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Crack Cocaine, Fentanyl and Heroin June 02, … on three occasions in April and May 2022, a confidential informant working with Myrtle Beach Police Department … On each occasion, Stepp claimed to sell the confidential informant quantities of heroin and crack cocaine. Lab testing …
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Final Two Men Sentenced for Conspiracy that Seized 29 Kilos of Fentanyl

… Final Two Men Sentenced for Conspiracy that Seized 29 Kilos of Fentanyl May 30, 2025 … sold approximately 5,000 pills to a confidential informant. Following the purchase and further investigation, … and Perry and two codefendants inside the trailer. Law enforcement immediately determined the trailer was being used …
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Career Offender is Sentenced to More Than 15 Years in Prison for Distributing Methamphetamine

… Career Offender is Sentenced to More Than 15 Years in Prison for Distributing Methamphetamine May 29, 2025 Atlanta … in prison followed by four years of supervised release for distributing methamphetamine, announced Russ Ferguson, U.S. Attorney for the Western District of North Carolina.  Jae W. Chung, …
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Fourteen Members of a Jefferson County Drug Trafficking Organization Charged with Federal Drug and Gun Crimes

… Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public Information Officer (571) 362-4892 NOFD.Recruiter@dea.gov Talk … - (318) 676-4080 Arkansas Fayetteville - (479) 442-2618 Fort Smith - (479) 783-6300 Little Rock - (501) 217-6500 … Gulfport - (228) 863-2992 Jackson - (601) 965-4400 Oxford - (662) 234-8542 BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – An indictment …
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DEA New York and Law Enforcement Partners Issue Statement on the Resolution of Charges Against Narcotics Trafficker and Longtime Fugitive for Drug-Related Kidnappings and Assaults

… DEA New York and Law Enforcement Partners Issue Statement on the Resolution of … Charges Against Narcotics Trafficker and Longtime Fugitive for Drug-Related Kidnappings and Assaults April 16, 2025 New … - (315) 426-5300 Westchester - (914) 682-6256 U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) New York Division Special …
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Seven individuals arrested for allegedly operating an advance fee loan scheme

… Seven individuals arrested for allegedly operating an advance fee loan scheme June 12, … Office, Federal Bureau of Investigations, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration, U.S. Treasury Inspector General … the District Attorney’s Office at 631-853-5602 or via email at InfoDA@suffolkcountyny.gov.   This case is being …
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International Scheme To Extort Americans By Impersonating DEA Special Agents Foiled Seventeen Arrests In Dominican Republic Target Those Calling Innocent Citizens Demanding Payment In Exchange For Dropped Bogus Charges

… Calling Innocent Citizens Demanding Payment In Exchange For Dropped Bogus Charges May 29, 2014 Houston Contact Info … charged with conspiring to impersonate United States law enforcement officers, extortion, and wire fraud.  Beginning … Republic.  In a single call or series of calls and emails, the Extorter detailed the purported criminal charges …
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International Scheme To Extort Americans By Impersonating DEA Special Agents Foiled Seventeen Arrests In Dominican Republic Target Those Calling Innocent Citizens Demanding Payment In Exchange For Dropped Bogus Charges

… Calling Innocent Citizens Demanding Payment In Exchange For Dropped Bogus Charges May 29, 2014 Miami Contact Info … leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Fort Lauderdale Miles D. Aley Special Agent In Charge View … Republic.  In a single call or series of calls and emails, the Extorter detailed the purported criminal charges …
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Los Angeles Street Gang Targeted In Federal Racketeering Indictment

… an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   Anthony Chrysanthis … Domestic Los Angeles, Santa Ana, and Ventura, California, Hawaii, Nevada, and Guam Additional Division Info …
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New Orleans Field Division Collects Over 49,000 Pounds On 10th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

… Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public Information Officer (571) 362-4892 NOFD.Recruiter@dea.gov Talk … - (318) 676-4080 Arkansas Fayetteville - (479) 442-2618 Fort Smith - (479) 783-6300 Little Rock - (501) 217-6500 … Gulfport - (228) 863-2992 Jackson - (601) 965-4400 Oxford - (662) 234-8542 Omaha Contact Info Contact Us (402) …
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Veterans Affairs Employees Charged With Stealing And Selling Prescription Drugs

… Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public Information Officer (571) 362-4892 NOFD.Recruiter@dea.gov Talk … - (318) 676-4080 Arkansas Fayetteville - (479) 442-2618 Fort Smith - (479) 783-6300 Little Rock - (501) 217-6500 … Gulfport - (228) 863-2992 Jackson - (601) 965-4400 Oxford - (662) 234-8542 Omaha Contact Info Contact Us (402) …