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Former Federal Officer Receives More Charges for Alien Smuggling

December 29, 2023
… Former Federal Officer Receives More Charges for Alien Smuggling December 29, 2023 Houston Contact Info … of bribery and two counts of attempted importation of cocaine. Those charges allege that, on separate two …
December 29, 2023
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Charlotte Man is Sentenced for Possession of a Firearm in Furtherance of Drug Trafficking Crime

November 07, 2023
… Charlotte Man is Sentenced for Possession of a Firearm in Furtherance of Drug … that contained fentanyl, MDMA pills, and quantities of cocaine, cocaine base, and marijuana. Hemphill was arrested …
November 07, 2023
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Former University of Arizona Student Sentenced to 84 Months in Prison for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses

July 21, 2023
… Former University of Arizona Student Sentenced to 84 Months … discovered $20,000 in U.S. currency, individually wrapped cocaine, a small bulk quantity of cocaine, six firearms, …
July 21, 2023
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Large-Scale Drug Trafficking Organization Leader Sentenced to Life in Prison

April 07, 2023
… 2000s, Sanchez Morales worked out of Atlanta, trafficking cocaine and other drugs with Sinaloa Cartel operatives. In … then primarily traffic methamphetamine, often in liquid form. Sanchez Morales’ organization imported liquid …
April 07, 2023
Melendez-Elizondo, Melina Yuriri
FUGITIVE

Melina Yuriri Melendez-Elizondo

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: The following alleged Federal Drug Violations:ct. 2 -21 usc 963 & 841 (b) (1) (A) - Importation of over 5 kilograms of cocainect. 3 - 21 usc 846 & 841 (b) (1) (A) - conspiracy to distribute & to possess with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 4 - 21 usc 841(a) (1) & (b) (1) (A) - Possession with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 10 - 18 USC 1956(h) to 18 USC 1956 (a)(2)(A) & (a)(2)(B)(i) money laundering.
Gonzalez-Sanchez, Sergio
FUGITIVE

Sergio Gonzalez-Sanchez

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: Ct. 2 - 21 USC 963 & 841(b)(1)(A)- Importation of over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 3 - 21 USC 846 & 841(b)(1)(A)- Conspiracy to distribute & to possess with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 4 - 21 USC 841(a)(1)&(b)(1)(A)- Possession with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 10 - 18 USC 1956(h) to 18 USC 1956(a)(2)(A)&(a)(2)(B)(i) Conspiracy to commit money launderingand Cts. 11-13 – 18 USC 1956(a)(2)(A) & (a)(2)(B)(i) Money laundering under case number MO-10-CR-142(5).
Melendez-Elizondo, Anibal
FUGITIVE

Anibal Melendez-Elizondo

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: The following alleged Federal Drug Violations:
ct. 2 -21 usc 963 & 841 (b) (1) (A) - Importation of over 5 kilograms of cocainect. 3 - 21 usc 846 & 841 (b) (1) (A) - conspiracy to distribute & to possess with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 4 - 21 usc 841(a) (1) & (b) (1) (A) - Possession with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 10 - 18 USC 1956(h) to 18 USC 1956 (a)(2)(A) & (a)(2)(B)(i) money laundering.
Lopez, Vicente
FUGITIVE

Vicente Lopez

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: 21:846&841(a)(1)Conspiracy to Possess a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute-Cocaine21:846&841(a)(1)Conspiracy to Possess a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute-Marijuana21:963Conspiracy to Import a Controlled Substance-Cocaine21:841(a)(1)Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute-Marijuana21:841(a)(1)Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute-Cocaine18:1956(a)(2)(A)-Laundering of Monetary Instruments
Melendez-Elizondo, Lluvia Rocia
FUGITIVE

Lluvia Rocia Melendez-Elizondo

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: The following alleged Federal Drug Violations:ct. 2 -21 usc 963 & 841 (b) (1) (A) - Importation of over 5 kilograms of cocainect. 3 - 21 usc 846 & 841 (b) (1) (A) - conspiracy to distribute & to possess with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 4 - 21 usc 841(a) (1) & (b) (1) (A) - Possession with intent to distribute over 5 kilograms of cocaineCt. 10 - 18 USC 1956(h) to 18 USC 1956 (a)(2)(A) & (a)(2)(B)(i) money laundering.
PRESS RELEASE

Convicted Felon Pleads Guilty to Drug Trafficking

March 01, 2023
… Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … 723 grams of methamphetamine, over 500 grams of cocaine, and 665 grams of N,N-dimethylpentylone, a federally …
March 01, 2023
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Henrico Man Sentenced on Drug Trafficking and Firearm Charges

February 22, 2023
… Info Contact Us (202) 305-8500 (571) 362-1934 Public Information Office (571) 362-1011 … warrant, the police recovered approximately 132 grams of cocaine, 9 grams of heroin and fentanyl mix, 29 fake …
February 22, 2023
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Four York County Men Indicted for Drug Trafficking Offenses

December 14, 2022
… Four York County Men Indicted for Drug Trafficking Offenses December 14, 2022 Atlanta … over 500 grams of methamphetamine, and over 500 grams of cocaine. The indictment further alleges that on October 19, …
December 14, 2022
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Cartel Traffickers Sentenced For Multi-kilogram Drug Conspiracy

April 04, 2022
… Cartel Traffickers Sentenced For Multi-kilogram Drug Conspiracy April 04, 2022 Houston … in a conspiracy involving the importation of crystal meth, cocaine, heroin and fentanyl, announced Drug Enforcement …
April 04, 2022
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Twenty seven individuals charged or arrested as part of joint law enforcement effort

February 07, 2020
… individuals charged or arrested as part of joint law enforcement effort February 07, 2020 New England Contact Info … grams of fentanyl and heroin, approximately 260 grams of cocaine base, approximately 50 grams of cocaine, and $35,560 …
February 07, 2020
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Leader of Lawrence-based drug trafficking organization sentenced to 12 years in prison

May 06, 2019
… to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Lowell Jarod Forget Special Agent In Charge View Jarod Forget Bio Jarod … operation that distributed multiple kilos of fentanyl and cocaine to customers in Lawrence and surrounding areas – …
May 06, 2019
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Takedown Dismantles DTO Based In Parkersburg

September 22, 2021
… Warrants Executed CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration and the U.S. Attorney’s Office for … responsible for distributing methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, and marijuana in Parkersburg and elsewhere.  The …
September 22, 2021
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Multiple individuals indicted in major drug trafficking operation

May 31, 2018
… Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public Information Officer (571) 362-4892 NOFD.Recruiter@dea.gov Talk … operation in East Central Mississippi, announced Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Assistant Special Agent in … over 40 kilograms of methamphetamine, over 3 kilograms of cocaine and over 100 pounds of marijuana. The distribution …
May 31, 2018
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DEA Releases 2020 National Drug Threat Assessment

March 02, 2021
… focused on the current threats and looking to the horizon for emerging threats. We will always defend the American … the stimulant threat, including methamphetamine and cocaine, is worsening both in volume and reach, with … of traditional markets. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 83,000 people …
March 02, 2021
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DEA releases 2019 National Drug Threat Assessment

February 04, 2020
… posed by drugs and drug traffickers DETROIT – Drug Enforcement Administration Acting Administrator Uttam Dhillon … to represent significant threats to public health and law enforcement. As the National Drug Threat Assessment describes, … the availability of opioids, heroin, methamphetamines, cocaine, and diverted controlled prescription drugs remains …
February 04, 2020
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Dozens arrested in major law enforcement operation

March 20, 2019
… Dozens arrested in major law enforcement operation March 20, 2019 Houston Contact Info … today, alleges the defendants engaged in a variety of cocaine and heroin transactions. Some also allegedly …
March 20, 2019
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DEA Omaha Division marks six month anniversary

January 08, 2019
… the six month anniversary of the opening of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Omaha Division which covers … of marijuana, 578 pounds of methamphetamine, 145 pounds of cocaine, 64 pounds of heroin and more than 6,000 opioid and … these first six months we’ve established a firm foundation for the Division. Our job now is to continue building on …
January 08, 2019
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DEA In Springfield, Missouri Achieve Significant Prison Sentences For Two Recent Investigations

May 24, 2018
… Springfield, Missouri Achieve Significant Prison Sentences For Two Recent Investigations May 24, 2018 St. Louis Contact … convicted, and sentenced in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri. “This is another … 10 years in prison for possession of at least 500 grams of cocaine with intent to distribute.  Missouri State Highway …
May 24, 2018
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Six Arrested In El Paso/Alpine Portion Of Project Delirium

July 21, 2011
… with intent to distribute more than five kilograms of cocaine on November 1, 2009. Sanchez, along with 39-year-old … arrests are another example of our ongoing, coordinated efforts against drug trafficking organizations whose reach … in a court of law. Project Delirium is the result of information gathered during the course of a previous effort …
July 21, 2011
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Five Members Of Michigan Heroin Trafficking Organization Sentenced To Federal Prison

May 20, 2016
… the results of a joint investigation by the U.S. Drug Enforcement (DEA), the Michigan State Police, the Upper Peninsula Substance Enforcement (UPSET), and the Forsyth Township Police … distribute and possess with intent to distribute heroin and cocaine from 2012 to 2015. Abram’s case was transferred to …
May 20, 2016
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22 People Charged Federally On Heroin Trafficking And Related Charges

August 09, 2017
… Ohio - Twenty-two people were indicted in federal court for their roles trafficking heroin and other drugs in the Youngstown and Ravenna areas, law enforcement officials said.  Arrests were executed this … with the intent to distribute and to distribute heroin, cocaine and crack cocaine, used cellular telephones to …
August 09, 2017
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Three Heroin Dealers Arrested On Federal Drug Charges In Connection To The Overdose Death Of A Farmers Branch Woman

March 14, 2017
… Division X Account @DEADallasDiv Joseph B. Tucker Domestic Fort Worth, Lubbock, and Tyler, Texas, and Oklahoma … DallasCommunityOutreach@dea.gov Division Contacts Texas Fort Worth - (817) 639-2000 Lubbock - (806) 798-7189 Tyler - … pill of alprazolam, a plastic baggie containing suspected cocaine, a plastic baggie containing suspected …
March 14, 2017
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Hollygrove Gang Member Pleads Guilty To Federal RICO, Drug, And Murder Charges

July 11, 2013
… Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public Information Officer (571) 362-4892 NOFD.Recruiter@dea.gov Talk … and conspiracy to distribute 28 grams or more of crack cocaine.  He also pled to the illegal use of a firearm … life in prison and is also subject to a sentence of five to forty years as to the crack cocaine count.  He also faces a …
July 11, 2013
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Three New Haven Men Charged With Distributing Drugs Involved In Wave Of Overdoses

June 28, 2016
… to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Lowell Jarod Forget Special Agent In Charge View Jarod Forget Bio Jarod Forget Domestic Connecticut, Massachusetts, … the victims believed the substance they were consuming was cocaine.  However, based in part on DEA laboratory testing, …
June 28, 2016
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Six Charged In Global Drug Trafficking And Money Laundering Conspiracies

September 23, 2016
… About Drugs Just Think Twice Operation Engage Southern California Eliminating the local drug threat and engaging … to reduce drug misuse. Visit Operation Engage Southern California Do you know someone who has been affected by the loss … involved in trafficking hundreds of kilograms of cocaine and heroin and laundering narcotics proceeds through …
September 23, 2016
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Former Houston Police Officer Sentenced To Over 30 Years In Prison On Federal Drug And Firearm Charges

June 29, 2016
… Former Houston Police Officer Sentenced To Over 30 Years In … Info Contact Us (504) 840-1100 571-362-2805 Public Information Officer (571) 362-4892 NOFD.Recruiter@dea.gov Talk … conspiracy to possess and distribute 5 kilograms or more of cocaine and a separate conspiracy to possess firearms in …
June 29, 2016