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District Attorney Vance And White House Drug Policy Director Kerlikowske Host Panel Discussion In Washington Heights On Drug Abuse Prevention Rates Of Death Declining In NYC In All Major Drug Categories Except Prescription Drugs DA’s Office To Partner

… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … New York City neighborhoods. Local community leaders, law enforcement officials, and health services organizations … on October 29, 2011 at locations across the nation. The most recent take-back, on April 30, 2011, collected more …
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Three Nashville Men Forfeit $180,886 in Drug Proceeds Seized After Traffic Stop

… Three Nashville Men Forfeit $180,886 in Drug Proceeds Seized After Traffic Stop … 234-8542 Ran a Mail-Order Marijuana Business and Advertised Online FORT SMITH   — On August 6, 2024, the U.S. District … quantities of illegal drugs and $180,886 in cash—most of it bundled for ease of counting. The driver, Shapour …
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Top China-Based Global Designer Drug Trafficker Arrested In U.S.

… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Fentanyl Free America … of $750,000. Following the seizures, agents learned that most of the raw synthetic cannabinoid compound used in the … cannabinoid products was supplied to the companies from sources inside the People’s Republic of China. Agents …
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Federal Jury Convicts Baltimore Defense Attorney for Money Laundering Conspiracy

… Federal Jury Convicts Baltimore Defense Attorney for Money Laundering Conspiracy December 28, 2021 … Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … a drug trafficker client concealing and misrepresenting the source of the funds and promoting the client’s unlawful …
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Overdose Death Investigations Challenge DEA Agents to Bring Justice

February 08, 2023
… especially fentanyl, are at historic highs. It’s why Drug Enforcement Administration St. Louis Division investigators … the investigation by arresting the street level dealer, the source of the drug supply will oftentimes just find another … collect might be the key. We take these steps to ensure the most thorough investigation possible.” DEA agents leave the …
February 08, 2023
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DEA Reveals Criminal Drug Networks Are Flooding the U.S. with Deadly Fentanyl

… leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Fort Lauderdale Miles D. Aley Special Agent In Charge View … fentanyl-laced, fake prescription pills, using chemicals sourced largely from China. These fake prescription pills … in your community, please submit your anonymous tip online through the DEA Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov . …
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Chinese National Pleads Guilty to Narcotics Trafficking, Money Laundering, and Material Support to Terrorism in HSTF Investigation

… and to providing material support to a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization, specifically the Cártel de … money laundering, and encrypted communications platforms.  Xu was arrested in Guatemala City, Guatemala, on … utilizes all available tools to prosecute and remove the most violent criminal aliens from the United States.  MNF’s …
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Former Nurse Loses License After Forging Prescriptions for Percocet and Oxycodone Using Coworker’s Pad

… Former Nurse Loses License After Forging Prescriptions for Percocet and Oxycodone Using … Us (314) 538-4600 (571) 362-5149 Recruiter Name SA Chris Most (314) 538-4600 StLouisSpecialAgentRecruiter@dea.gov …
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Mexican Man Sentenced to More than Six Years in Prison for Illegally Re-Entering the United States and Trafficking Fentanyl

… Mexican Man Sentenced to More than Six Years in Prison for Illegally Re-Entering the United States and Trafficking … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … on several occasions from the United States, including most recently on March 23, 2016, after which he unlawfully …
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U.S. Attorney’s Office and DEA Announce Fatal Fentanyl Overdose Task Force

… Office and DEA Announce Fatal Fentanyl Overdose Task Force October 28, 2024 Washington, DC Contact Info Contact … Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … that it is essential to direct our resources to the most affected communities. This initiative is a clear …
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Six Lubbock Meth Traffickers Sentenced to Combined 143 Years in Prison

… Bio Division Social Accounts X Joseph B. Tucker Domestic Fort Worth, Lubbock, and Tyler, Texas, and Oklahoma … 214-724-3020 Erin.J.Fischer@dea.gov Division Contacts Texas Fort Worth - (817) 639-2000 Lubbock - (806) 798-7189 Tyler - … utilizes all available tools to prosecute and remove the most violent criminal aliens from the United States. Drug …
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Essex Man Sentenced to Six Years in Federal Prison for Crack Cocaine Distribution Conspiracy

… Essex Man Sentenced to Six Years in Federal Prison for Crack Cocaine Distribution Conspiracy October 28, 2021 … Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … and phone calls, which identified Hammond as a drug supply source.  On March 7, 2020, task force detectives followed …
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Maryland U.S. Attorney Announces Hundreds of Arrests Connected to Joint Federal-State Targeted Baltimore Criminal Enforcement Operation

… to Joint Federal-State Targeted Baltimore Criminal Enforcement Operation February 19, 2026 Washington, DC Contact … Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … results Baltimore, Maryland – The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Maryland announced federal charges …
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Lawrence Man Indicted for Distributing Counterfeit Pills Containing Meth and Fentanyl

… Lawrence Man Indicted for Distributing Counterfeit Pills Containing Meth and … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … containing methamphetamine and fentanyl to a cooperating source working with law enforcement. On Aug. 27, 2025, …
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Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Deputy Convicted of Tipping Off DEA Targets

… - (432) 686-4085 Albuquerque, NM – United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Ryan Raybould, announced … a Bernalillo County, New Mexico Sheriff’s Office detective for obstructing Drug Enforcement Administration … by lying to the FBI and further obfuscating justice.  Most law enforcement officers serve with honor and …
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California Drug Trafficker and Money Launderer Sentenced to Over Seven Years in Prison for Meth and Fentanyl Conspiracy in Homeland Security Task Force Investigation

… California Drug Trafficker and Money Launderer Sentenced to Over … and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   David S. Olesky … utilizes all available tools to prosecute and remove the most violent criminal aliens from the United States.  HSTF …
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Alert - Extortion Scam - Alert

… of this extortion effort. The criminals call the (who in most cases previously purchased drugs over the internet or … will be taken against them unless they pay a fine.  In most cases, the impersonators instruct their victims to pay … is illegal to purchase controlled substance pharmaceuticals online or by telephone unless very stringent requirements …
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The Drug Enforcement Administration and Discovery Education name grand prize winner of Operation Prevention Video Challenge

… The Drug Enforcement Administration and Discovery Education name grand … peers. Together, we can work toward raising awareness, and most importantly, prevention, among our youth population,” … “Don’t Do It.” Selected through a period of public voting online, the People’s Choice Award winners will receive an …
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Federal Indictment Charges Four Men for a Drug Distribution Conspiracy

… Federal Indictment Charges Four Men for a Drug Distribution Conspiracy August 12, 2021 … Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … Vonsander was allegedly supplying cocaine to a confidential source for approximately $1,400 per ounce.  As detailed in …
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Henrico Man Sentenced on Drug Trafficking and Firearm Charges

… Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … spectrum of stakeholders work together to identify the most pressing violent crime problems in the community and … of this strategy, PSN focuses enforcement efforts on the most violent offenders and partners with locally based …
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Kilo Fentanyl Distributor in Craven County Sentenced to 40 Years

… of the charges. “Garcia took advantage of Craven County’s most hopeless souls, extracting profit from their pain and … and around Craven County. Through the use of confidential sources, surveillance, enforcement actions, and controlled …
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Operation Engage Baton Rouge

March 28, 2025
… through education and awareness, using our wide range of resources. Through Operation Engage , our division will focus … activities, designed for them to learn and gain the most knowledge about the dangers of drugs in a fun way. … Summit (June 2022)   Connect With Us!   Sign up for email updates about Baton Rouge's Operation Engage …
March 28, 2025
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Southbridge Man Pleads Guilty to Role iIn Drug Distribution Conspiracy

… to a Recruiter /events Find Us 40 Middlesex Turnpike Bedford , MA 01730 United States New England Contacts New … drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Middlesex County Jarod Forget Special Agent In Charge View Jarod Forget Bio Jarod … utilizes all available tools to prosecute and remove the most violent criminal aliens from the United States. HSTF …
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Ringleader of Extensive Sinaloa Cartel Network Sentenced

… Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … trafficking ring was sentenced today to 33 years in prison for distributing large amounts of fentanyl, heroin, and … linked to the Sinaloa Cartel in Mexico, as were his drug sources, and his operation supplied cocaine, heroin, and …
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Two Men Sentenced for Transporting Meth in Lawn Mowers' Tires

… Two Men Sentenced for Transporting Meth in Lawn Mowers' Tires August 24, 2023 … Us (314) 538-4600 (571) 362-5149 Recruiter Name SA Chris Most (314) 538-4600 StLouisSpecialAgentRecruiter@dea.gov … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get …
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Temple Hills Man Sentenced To Three And A Half Years In Federal Prison For Trafficking Of Ghost Guns

… Man Sentenced To Three And A Half Years In Federal Prison For Trafficking Of Ghost Guns June 04, 2021 Washington, DC … Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … During the conversation, Gray described himself as a source of firearms and offered Individual 1 a firearm that …
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Maryland U.S. Attorney Recognizes the Contributions of Law Enforcement Partners to Reduce Violent Crime in 2023

… Maryland U.S. Attorney Recognizes the Contributions of Law Enforcement Partners to Reduce Violent Crime in 2023 January … United States Attorney Erek L. Barron.  “This past year's almost 20% reduction in Baltimore homicides and 9% reduction … gun violence tragedies that continue to plague our most vulnerable communities.” Jarod Forget, Special Agent in …
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Over 164 Illegal Firearms Seized and 250 Firearms Offenders Prosecuted in Eastern Virginia in 2022

… Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), which seeks to identify the most pressing violent crime problems in the community and … whose purpose is to identify, disrupt and dismantle the most serious drug trafficking, weapons trafficking, and …
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EDVA Forfeits Over 164 Illegal Firearms and Prosecutes 250 Illegal Firearms Offenders in 2022

… EDVA Forfeits Over 164 Illegal Firearms and Prosecutes 250 … Safe Neighborhoods (PSN), which seeks to identify the most pressing violent crime problems in the community and … whose purpose is to identify, disrupt and dismantle the most serious drug trafficking, weapons trafficking, and …
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DEA Releases 2017 National Drug Threat Assessment Report

… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … controlled substances, continue to be a challenge. The NPS most commonly abused in the United States include synthetic … United States. The cartels are the principal wholesale drug sources for domestic gangs responsible for street-level …