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U.S. Attorney’s Office and DEA Announce Fatal Fentanyl Overdose Task Force

October 28, 2024
… Office and DEA Announce Fatal Fentanyl Overdose Task Force October 28, 2024 Washington, DC Contact Info Contact … that it is essential to direct our resources to the most affected communities. This initiative is a clear …
October 28, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

Jessup Felon Is Sentenced to 13 Years in Federal Prison for Possessing Fentanyl with Intent to Distribute and for Illegal Possession of a Firearm

October 13, 2022
… Jessup Felon Is Sentenced to 13 Years in Federal Prison for Possessing Fentanyl with Intent to Distribute and for … over time, and they epitomize the model that has proven most effective in combating organized crime.  The specific …
October 13, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

Indictment Charges Eight Members of Alleged D.C. Drug Gang With Conspiracy

January 12, 2023
… Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … a part of the FBI’S Safe Streets Initiative and targets the most egregious and violent street crews operating in the …
January 12, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

Pakistan Father Sentenced to Life and Son Sentenced to 30 Years in International Heroin Trafficking Scheme

February 16, 2006
… Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … “This investigation clearly demonstrates the Drug Enforcement Administration’s goal to dismantle drug … Office, Kevin L. Perkins, stated, “This case was one of the most fruitful investigations conducted by the DEA, FBI, and …
February 16, 2006
PRESS RELEASE

DEA And USPIS Investigation Leads To Indictment Of 28 Individuals For Conspiracy To Possess With Intent To Distribute Marijuana

September 27, 2011
… USPIS Investigation Leads To Indictment Of 28 Individuals For Conspiracy To Possess With Intent To Distribute … commercial establishments. The co-conspirators used USPS’ online service, text messaging and USPS customer service to … Rico. We have seized their money, properties, and cars but most significantly, we have broken their pipeline of drug …
September 27, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

“Pill Mill” Distributor Pleads Guilty To Conspiracy To Distribute Oxycodone

March 31, 2016
… Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … by Special Agent in Charge Karl C. Colder of the Drug Enforcement Administration - Washington Field Division United … Rod J. Rosenstein.  “Abuse of oxycodone is one of our most significant drug enforcement challenges, and it …
March 31, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Nurse-Practitioner Indicted On Federal Charges, Accused Of Illegally Distributing Oxycodone

June 08, 2016
… Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … in Charge of the Washington Division Office of the Drug Enforcement (DEA); U.S. Attorney Channing D. Phillips; … prosecution for distribution of controlled substances. “Most health care professionals adhere to strict standards …
June 08, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Loudoun County To Host DEA Exhibit

October 14, 2015
… Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … Va. - The national touring exhibit developed by the Drug Enforcement (DEA) and the DEA Educational Foundation, Drugs: … provide ample insight into DEA’s fight against the world’s most deadly drug trafficking organizations and the programs …
October 14, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Hosts the 29th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25th

October 22, 2025
… @DEASanDiegoDiv James M. Nunnallee Domestic Southern California in the Carlsbad, Imperial County, and San Ysidro … hydrocodone, codeine, and morphine, are among the most frequently misused prescription pain medications.  For …
October 22, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Treasury Sanctions Regional Commander of Mexico’s CJNG in Coordination with Justice and State Actions

April 14, 2021
… About Drugs Just Think Twice Operation Engage Southern California Eliminating the local drug threat and engaging … and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   LAFD-DrugCausedDeaths@dea.gov   Brian M. Clark … with our interagency partners to target all facets of the most significant Mexican drug trafficking organizations, …
April 14, 2021
STORY

National Child Abuse Prevention Month

April 06, 2021
… The COVID-19 pandemic has increased the risks for children in all circumstances, as families and … resources. While children are spending additional time online for education and recreation during this pandemic, they are at an increased risk of online exploitation and cyberbullying. What is child abuse? …
April 06, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA testifies at Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hearing

March 20, 2019
… testify at the four-hour hearing, Salter discussed DEA’s efforts, challenges and successes in collaborating with tribal law enforcement to prosecute drug trafficking organizations … and identifying and prosecuting those responsible is most successful when law enforcement at all levels combine …
March 20, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Six Defendants Sentenced for Their Roles in Drug Trafficking Organization

May 08, 2025
… Six Defendants Sentenced for Their Roles in Drug Trafficking Organization May 08, … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get …
May 08, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Thirty-Four Facing Federal And Tribal Charges Arising Out Of Methamphetamine Trafficking On Mescalero Apache Reservation

December 14, 2015
… multi-agency investigation spearheaded by the Drug Enforcement (DEA) and Bureau of Indian (BIA) into … and a criminal complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Mexico in Nov. and Dec. 2015.  … in southern New Mexico that allegedly served as sources of supply for the methamphetamine distributed within …
December 14, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Prior Felon Sentenced to Federal Prison for Drug Possession and Possession of Firearms and Ammunition

August 01, 2024
… Prior Felon Sentenced to Federal Prison for Drug Possession and Possession of Firearms and … District of Florida. To access public court documents online, please visit the U.S. District Court for the …
August 01, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Washington Division Issues Warning: “One Pill Can Kill”

June 29, 2021
… Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … Counterfeit pills being ordered online, laced with fentanyl, causing deadly overdoses …
June 29, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

Two doctors, two licensed physical therapists, a licensed clinical social worker, a pharmacist, and four pharmacy owners and operators among those charged in Brooklyn as part of national health care fraud initiative

September 30, 2020
… to steal precious benefit funds that were meant to help the most vulnerable among us,” stated Acting United States … and operator of a durable medical equipment company Life Source Medical, Inc., in Greensboro, North Carolina, with … necessary. Between April 2016 and December 2018, Life Source Medical billed Medicare approximately $4.1 million …
September 30, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Leader of Savannah-Area Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced to Decades in Federal Prison

August 03, 2023
… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … Premises, said Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Georgia. U.S. District Court … pled guilty to felony charges and have been sentenced, most of them to substantial prison terms. In addition to …
August 03, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

Alarming spike in fentanyl-related overdose deaths leads officials to issue public warning

August 06, 2020
… DEA-led task force team dedicated to investigating the sources of the drugs causing these deaths,” said Special … in San Diego County are have been increasing for years, almost exponentially really, since 2016,” said San Diego … to prevent deadly exposure. We continue to commit resources toward the investigation and arrests of offenders …
August 06, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Winter Haven Woman Indicted for Fraud in Using Drug Proceeds to Purchase Home

October 22, 2024
… Winter Haven Woman Indicted for Fraud in Using Drug Proceeds to Purchase Home October … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … OCDETF program is to identify, disrupt, and dismantle the most serious drug trafficking and money laundering …
October 22, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

Honduran National Extradited and Sentenced for Importing Cocaine

June 30, 2021
… Honduran National Extradited and Sentenced for Importing Cocaine June 30, 2021 Dallas Contact Info … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … trucks, and passenger vehicles were used to transport most of the cocaine shipments.  A federal grand jury …
June 30, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Houston Field Division Announces the Seizure of Over 7 million Deadly Doses of Fentanyl in 2022

December 28, 2022
… HOUSTON – As 2022 comes to an end, the Drug Enforcement Administration Houston Field Division is … that brings this poison to our cherished communities.” Most of the fentanyl trafficked by the Sinaloa and CJNG … mass-produced at secret factories in Mexico with chemicals sourced largely from China. In 2021, the DEA issued a Public …
December 28, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

New York City man sentenced to 135 months for drug distribution

April 04, 2019
… New York City man sentenced to 135 months for drug distribution April 04, 2019 New England Contact … the drugs in Central Maine. The drugs were obtained from sources in New York and distributed through a network of … observed that Wan had been a “professional drug dealer” for most of his adult life.   The case was investigated by the …
April 04, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

DEA to hold 20th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

April 19, 2021
… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Fort Lauderdale Deanne L. Reuter Special Agent In Charge … in a one-year period (Sept. 1, 2019 to Sept. 1, 2020), the most ever recorded in a 12-month period. The increase in …
April 19, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

Vallejo couple charged in pill manufacturing operation at elder care facility

February 08, 2019
… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … View Bob P. Beris Bio Bob P. Beris, Domestic Northern California in Bakersfield, Fresno, Oakland, Sacramento, San … OCDETF program is to identify, disrupt, and dismantle the most serious drug trafficking and money laundering …
February 08, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Seventeen People Indicted For Distribution Of Cocaine, Heroin And Marijuana

June 25, 2013
… Seventeen People Indicted For Distribution Of Cocaine, Heroin And Marijuana June 25, … Akron and Columbus. Tarver also obtained heroin from sources in Youngtown and Akron for distribution in … the sentence will not exceed the statutory maximum and in most cases it will be less than the maximum. The …
June 25, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

19 Arrested In Connection With Austin-Based Cocaine Distribution And Bulk Cash Smuggling Operation

February 21, 2013
… cash smuggling conspiracy based in Austin announced Drug Enforcement (DEA) Special Agent in Charge Javier Pena, United … Gaspar, served as the primary distribution hub for multiple sources of cocaine smuggled into the United States from … in federal prison. “The investigation uncovered one of the most significant drug organizations in the Austin area in …
February 21, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

New Orleans Man With Ties To Texas Drug Associates Pleads Guilty To Drug Conspiracy

June 28, 2013
… Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public Information Officer (571) 362-4892 NOFD.Recruiter@dea.gov Talk … Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … before the deal could take place and confiscated almost $400,000 from the house.  Of the money confiscated, …
June 28, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Two Massachusetts Men Plead Guilty To Fentanyl Distribution Conspiracy

April 18, 2016
… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get … to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Lowell Jarod Forget Special Agent In Charge View Jarod Forget Bio Jarod … Brito-Tejeda, 36, a citizen of the Dominican Republic most recently residing in Lawrence, Massachusetts, pleaded …
April 18, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Methamphetamine Distribution Ring Dismantled

April 08, 2015
… Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Just … Arroyo Jr. (872) 222-0430 Division Contacts Illinois Rockford - (815) 987-4494 Springfield - (217) 585-2750 Indiana … in Marion, Vigo and Morgan counties early this morning. Most defendants face charges related to the distribution of …
April 08, 2015