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Agents In Ohio Seize 44 Pounds Of Heroin And 142 Pounds Of Methamphetamine From A Mexican Source Of Supply

… Agents In Ohio Seize 44 Pounds Of Heroin And 142 Pounds Of Methamphetamine From A Mexican Source Of … with addiction. The destruction caused by heroin and fentanyl is well documented, and now we are seeing an influx … Cleveland to the La Quinta Inn in Macedonia last month, where he picked up two men later identified as Ramos-Nevarez …
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Columbia Man Sentenced to More than 16 years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Meth, Fentanyl

… More than 16 years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Meth, Fentanyl May 21, 2026 Atlanta Contact Info Contact Us (404) … more than 2,000 grams of methamphetamine, 200 grams of fentanyl, and 900 grams of marijuana in the Columbia area. …
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Illinois Man Convicted of Using U.S. Postal Service for MDMA Distribution

… jugs to avoid detection. At trial, the individual discussed how Echol's actions put both her and her family at risk. “This case serves as a great example of how a concerned member of the public working with law …
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Cocaine Smuggler who Led Law Enforcement on High-Speed Chase Sentenced to Decade in Federal Prison

… At the hearing, the court heard evidence describing how Seabrook fled from the checkpoint and led law … chase. In handing down the sentence, Judge Ramos noted how the flight from the checkpoint made Seabrook’s offense …
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Stimulants

Khat

January 22, 2025
Khat is a flowering evergreen shrub that is abused for its stimulant-like effect. Khat has two active ingredients, cathine and cathinone.
January 22, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Local Teens Participate in Youth Leadership

… 571-362-0582 PhoenixSpecialAgentRecruiter@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us 3439 East University Drive … Students provided positive feedback highlighting how important their voices are in solving issues in their communities and how grateful they were for being heard. The DEA Phoenix …
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Aransas Man Sentenced for Drug Conspiracy

… substances with intent to deliver. The court also heard how Flirt violated the terms of his pre-trial supervision … Administration (DEA) agent testified at trial, describing how someone had exited Flirt’s vehicle, entered the stash … to deceive authorities when the initially stopped him. However, jurors saw bodycam video in which law enforcement …
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Longtime Gangster Disciples Leader Victor Thompson Sentenced To 28 Years In Prison For 10-Year Drug Distribution Conspiracy

… Thompson’s drug-trafficking organization. Ellis described how Thompson extorted local drug dealers by charging them … that Thompson used a system of informants to report how much local drug dealers were making through drug sales. …
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Two Waukegan Men Arrested In Connection With The Seizure Of Five Pounds Of Methamphetamine

… the streets of Waukegan in the early 90’s. I was shocked by how quickly crack cocaine became the drug of choice. Our … As with crack cocaine, once our local gang bangers learn how to cut, market, distribute, and turn a profit from …
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Colombian Narco-Trafficker Sentenced On Ten Year Cocaine Importation Conspiracy

… Engage Ft. Lauderdale Eliminating the local drug threat and engaging community leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit … Division Contacts Florida Jacksonville - 904-348-5225 Orlando - 407-333-7000 Tampa - 813-287-5160 West Palm Beach - … is clear that DEA’s perseverance will prevail no matter how long it takes or how these drug lords try to conceal …
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DEA South Carolina District Office To Hold 10th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

… poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that many abused prescription drugs are obtained from … medicine cabinet. In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medications, often … no questions asked. This is just one of example of how DEA is working hand-in-hand with its law enforcement and …
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DEA Atlanta Divisional Office To Hold 10th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

… poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that many abused prescription drugs are obtained from … medicine cabinet. In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medications, often … no questions asked. This is just one of example of how DEA is working hand-in-hand with its law enforcement and …
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DEA Charlotte District Office To Hold 10th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

… poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that many abused prescription drugs are obtained from … medicine cabinet. In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medications, often … no questions asked. This is just one of example of how DEA is working hand-in-hand with its law enforcement and …
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DEA Nashville District Office To Hold 10th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

… poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that many abused prescription drugs are obtained from … medicine cabinet. In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medications, often … no questions asked. This is just one of example of how DEA is working hand-in-hand with its law enforcement and …
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Former Bellevue Resident Whose Hash Oil Extraction Caused Explosion, Fire & Death Sentenced To Nine Years In Prison

… travel to attend the court hearing.  The letter describes how the young middle school teacher had to jump from a third … her month in a nursing home, her ongoing pain, and how she will never be able to run or play soccer again.  The …
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Prescription Drug Abuse Prevention Public Service Announcements Launched In New York

… addressing the dangers of prescription drug abuse and how parents can keep their children safe. According to the … by this problem.  The PSAs released today provide tips on how parents can dispose of prescription drugs safely, since …
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Pasco Drug Dealer Who Attempted to Assault a Richland Police Officer Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Prison for Trafficking Fentanyl

… Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Prison for Trafficking Fentanyl March 27, 2025 Seattle Contact Info Contact Us … Pasco, Washington to 125 months in prison for trafficking fentanyl. Chief Judge Bastian also imposed 5 years of …
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Recruitment
September 18, 2025
September 18, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Nashville Veterans Job Fair

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
Nashville, TN
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Nashville Veterans Job 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 details about...
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Recruitment
September 10, 2025
September 10, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Charlotte Area Veterans Job Fair

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
Charlotte, NC
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Charlotte Area Veterans Job 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 details...
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Recruitment
September 04, 2025
September 04, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Job Fair at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Job Fair at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst. 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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Recruitment
September 25, 2025
September 25, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Job Fair at Fort Bliss

1:00 PM - 2:05 PM (EDT)
Fort Bliss, TX
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Job Fair at Fort Bliss. 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 details...
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Recruitment
September 04, 2025
September 04, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Hill AFB Area Veterans Job Fair

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
Layton, UT
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Hill AFB Area Veterans Job 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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Recruitment
September 10, 2025
September 10, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Boston Veterans Job Fair

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
Foxborough, MA
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Boston Veterans Job 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 details about...
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Recruitment
September 04, 2025
September 04, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Hill AFB Area Veterans Job Fair

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (EDT)
Layton, UT
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Hill AFB Area Veterans Job 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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Recruitment
July 17, 2025
July 17, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Dallas Veterans Job Fair

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
Arlington, TX
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Dallas Veterans Job 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 details about...
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Recruitment
July 17, 2025
July 17, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Job Fair at Naval Station Norfolk

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
Norfolk, VA
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Naval Station Norfolk. 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 details about this...
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Recruitment
July 24, 2025
July 24, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Raleigh Veterans Job Fair

11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (EDT)
Raleigh, NC
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Raleigh Veterans Job 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 details about...
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Recruitment
July 24, 2025
July 24, 2025

RecruitMilitary – St. Louis Veterans Job Fair

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
St. Louis, MO
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – St. Louis Veterans Job 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 details...
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Recruitment
August 07, 2025
August 07, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Las Vegas Veterans Job Fair

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (EDT)
Las Vegas, NV
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Las Vegas Veterans Job 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 details...
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Recruitment
August 13, 2025
August 13, 2025

RecruitMilitary – Naval Station Great Lakes Area Veterans Job Fair

12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (EDT)
North Chicago, IL
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) will be participating in the RecruitMilitary – Naval Station Great Lakes Area Veterans Job 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...