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Illinois Man Sentenced to Over 4 Years for Illegal Firearm Possession, Assault of Law Enforcement Agent

… Illinois Man Sentenced to Over 4 Years for Illegal Firearm Possession, Assault of Law Enforcement Agent June 12, 2026 Chicago Contact Info Contact … accountability in this case.” “Violence in general, and most certainly violence against law enforcement officers …
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DEA Issues Public Safety Alert on Sharp Increase in Fake Prescription Pills Containing Fentanyl and Meth

… Us (314) 538-4600 (571) 362-5149 Recruiter Name SA Chris Most (314) 538-4600 StLouisSpecialAgentRecruiter@dea.gov … and bring to justice the foreign and domestic criminals sourcing, producing, and distributing illicit drugs, …
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Baltimore Attorney Stanley Needleman Pleads Guilty To Federal Tax Crimes For Failing To Report Over $1.5 Million In Income

… on North Calvert Street in Baltimore. Clients made payments mostly in cash, which was kept in a large bank envelope. At … FAILURE TO REPORT TAXABLE INCOME - The ledgers show that most of Needleman’s legal fees were paid in cash and much of …
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Xylazine Information

January 03, 2025
… a sedative with analgesic and muscle relaxant properties. (Source: DEA Diversion – Xylazine ) Xylazine is added to drug … increase of xylazine in fentanyl powder samples. Xylazine Sourcing  Joint Intelligence National Threat Response – El … of xylazine mixed in with fentanyl samples is from powdered sources and smuggled into the U.S.   Tools Needed to Address …
January 03, 2025
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July 17, 2025
July 17, 2025

Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Convention Career Fair

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
Philadelphia, PA
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Convention Career Fair. Visit our booth to learn about the DEA’s mission and explore impactful career opportunities. Discover how you can make a difference – our team looks forward to connecting with you. For additional...
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Operation Engage Yavapai

March 28, 2025
… DEA will not stop pursuing criminal drug networks who are most responsible and continue to promote and prioritize … drug education and awareness,  prevention curriculum, on-line resources, school programs and many other special … how to identify Call-to-Action next steps. Sign up here and email any questions to Kelly Lee at kelly.j.lee@dea.gov . …
March 28, 2025
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Fentanyl Distributor Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Causing Death

… Fentanyl Distributor Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison for Causing Death December 12, 2023 Miami Contact Info … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Arizona and Nevada Men Indicted for Conspiring to Distribute Meth

… Arizona and Nevada Men Indicted for Conspiring to Distribute Meth March 20, 2024 Miami … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Tampa Man Sentenced to More Than 12 Years for Fentanyl Conspiracy

… Tampa Man Sentenced to More Than 12 Years for Fentanyl Conspiracy March 20, 2024 Miami Contact Info … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Leader Of Major Drug Trafficking Ring And Seven Co-Conspirators Sentenced To Prison

… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … trafficking cocaine that Fortino Maldonado obtained from a source in Virginia. The two men trafficked between two and … million in drug proceeds. David and Rosy Maldonado funneled most of the drug proceeds back to Mexico, after keeping a …
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Fentanyl Free Summit

July 17, 2026
… government, and families, for one purpose:   to fight the most urgent drug threat our nation has ever faced – the …
July 17, 2026
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Two MS-13 Leaders Convicted of Racketeering Conspiracy and Conspiring to Commit Multiple Murders

… Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … “Reaper,” age 41, of Long Branch, New Jersey yesterday for conspiring to participate in La Mara Salvatrucha, a … who escaped the scene from law enforcement. Among the most important rules of MS-13 is the prohibition against …
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Six Arrested at Fentanyl/Heroin Packaging Mill in the Bronx, New York

… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … Roberts, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) Task Force Division, …
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Mexican Citizen with Green Card Sentenced to Federal Prison for Meth Trafficking

… Mexican Citizen with Green Card Sentenced to Federal Prison for Meth Trafficking January 22, 2026 Houston Contact Info … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … his ties to Mexico to directly communicate with a Mexican source of supply regarding the importation and distribution …
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Leader of Fenta-Pill Pressing Operation Sentenced to More Than 21 Years in Federal Prison

… leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Fort Lauderdale Miles D. Aley Special Agent In Charge View … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Federal Prison

… leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Fort Lauderdale Miles D. Aley Special Agent In Charge View … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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DEA Releases 2020 National Drug Threat Assessment

… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … are mixing illegally and clandestinely made fentanyl into most illicit narcotics, to include cocaine, heroin, … of 2020. The assessment gathers information from many data sources such as drug investigations and seizures, drug …
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Founder of New York Narcotics Delivery Service Sentenced to 150 Months in Prison for Causing Three Overdose Deaths

… Delivery Service Sentenced to 150 Months in Prison for Causing Three Overdose Deaths February 28, 2024 New York … employees, Tejada led the Cab Louie Delivery Service by sourcing its cocaine, obtaining and operating the dispatch … operations to disrupt and dismantle the most significant drug traffickers, money launderers, gangs, …
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Three Indian River County Residents Sentenced to Prison for Drug Trafficking

… Three Indian River County Residents Sentenced to Prison for Drug Trafficking November 16, 2023 Miami Contact Info … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Tallahassee Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Possessing Methamphetamine with the Intent to Distribute It

… Tallahassee Man Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Possessing Methamphetamine with the Intent to Distribute … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Osceola County Convicted Felon Sentenced to Six Years in Federal Prison for Firearm and Drug Offenses

… Convicted Felon Sentenced to Six Years in Federal Prison for Firearm and Drug Offenses November 16, 2023 Miami … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Dark Web Narcotics Traffickers Plead Guilty to Conspiracy to Distribute Illegal Drugs in Exchange for Cryptocurrency

… to Conspiracy to Distribute Illegal Drugs in Exchange for Cryptocurrency September 09, 2021 New York Contact Info … defendants have learned, drug dealers who push their poison online cannot evade prosecution by hiding in the dark … and contact Melgarejo and Gray through encrypted email and messaging services. Melgarejo and Gray claimed to …
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Day Removes Almost 600,000 Pounds of Unneeded Prescription Medications Across the Country

… leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Fort Lauderdale Miles D. Aley Special Agent In Charge View … 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 Orlando Men Sentenced to Federal Prison for Distributing Methamphetamine

… Two Orlando Men Sentenced to Federal Prison for Distributing Methamphetamine November 08, 2024 Miami … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … the Drug Enforcement Administration used a confidential source to conduct two controlled purchases of …
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DEA Hosts the 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 25th

… Download Original Image NEWARK, N.J.  – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will host the 30th National … National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is one of the most effective ways we can prevent addiction before it …
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Operation Vape Trail Cracks Down on Illegal Substances in Vape Shops

… Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 WDOPIO@dea.gov Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … Winchester - (540) 662-5879 WASHINGTON, DC  – The Drug Enforcement Administration announced the results of a week-long operational enforcement action as part of a whole-of-government initiative …
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Former Physician Sentenced To Nearly Six Years In Prison On Drug Charge For Trading Prescription Drugs For Sex And Cash

… Ativan, Ritalin, Darvocet, OxyContin, and Klonopin, on an online website, and all of the ads were placed through one of three email addresses he used under the sections, “Men Who Would … of doses of various medications to 16 individuals, mostly for sexual favors and, in some instances, cash. Baron …
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10 Individuals Charged for Drug Trafficking in the South Side of Chicago

… 10 Individuals Charged for Drug Trafficking in the South Side of Chicago August 23, … taking shifts working the phone to distribute narcotics. Most of the defendants were arrested Tuesday and have begun … 2022, undercover law enforcement officers and cooperating sources made approximately 44 controlled purchases of …
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Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Leading Heroin Conspiracy

… Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Leading Heroin Conspiracy February 13, 2023 St. Louis … 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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Owner of Fauquier County gas station pleads guilty to distributing spice

… OCDETF program is to identify, disrupt, and dismantle the most serious drug trafficking, weapons trafficking, and …