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Weslaco Man Sentenced for Attempting to Import Shoebox Containing Crystal Meth

September 17, 2024
… the hearing, the court heard additional information about how Gonzalez’s criminal history was repetitive and warranted …
September 17, 2024
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Three traffickers sentenced for smuggling meth, heroin and cocaine for cartel

October 13, 2022
… the hearing, the court heard additional evidence detailing how the traffickers also conspired to import an additional …
October 13, 2022
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Psychiatrist Sentenced to 48 Months for Unlawful Distribution of Controlled Substances

March 05, 2024
… prescriptions in exchange for cash. Judge Ludwig recounted how Whelan made more than a quarter of a million dollars by …
March 05, 2024
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Admitted Methamphetamine Trafficker Sentenced to Federal Prison

March 01, 2021
… this addictive substance. This case is a great example of how spirited law enforcement collaboration keeps our …
March 01, 2021
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Final Defendant Sentenced to Federal Prison for Role in Augusta area Meth-Trafficking Conspiracy

March 10, 2021
… Atlanta Field Division. “This case is a prime example of how DEA works with its law enforcement partners to confront, …
March 10, 2021
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DEA Atlanta Divisional Office & Partners to Hold 16th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day This Saturday

October 24, 2018
… and unneeded medication. This event is an example of how DEA is working hand-in-hand with its law enforcement and …
October 24, 2018
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DEA Columbia, South Carolina district office & partners to hold 16th prescription Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday

October 24, 2018
… DEA Atlanta Field Division. "This event is an example of how DEA is working hand-in-hand with its law enforcement and …
October 24, 2018
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“Wrecking Ball” lands LPR in Federal Prison

August 15, 2023
… and held them at his residence until instructed about how much to make available for delivery to customers. The …
August 15, 2023
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Corpus Christi Resident Sentenced for Trafficking Meth

August 09, 2023
… of supervised release. At the hearing, the court heard how the circumstances of Soliz’s arrest suggested he was …
August 09, 2023
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DEA to host summit on Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) in Charleston, WV

April 04, 2023
… DEA to host summit on Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) in Charleston, WV April 04, 2023 Louisville Contact Info Contact Us … to buprenorphine; Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and how it relates to MOUD; Treating Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) …
April 04, 2023
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Honduran National Extradited and Sentenced for Importing Cocaine

June 30, 2021
… 571-324-7440 DallasSpecialAgentRecruiter@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us 10160 Technology Boulevard, … Local Fugitives Events Featured Resource Links Talk to a Recruiter Campus Drug Prevention Get Smart About Drugs … the scourge of drug trafficking at the source, no matter how far away or well-concealed the offenders might be.” This …
June 30, 2021
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Oklahoma based Non-Profit Organization “Light of Hope” receives national award

February 04, 2021
… to Tulsa to provide LOH’s staff with advanced training on how to deliver DEA’s Operation Prevention curriculum.  …
February 04, 2021
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Cock-fighter Receives Hefty Sentence for Local Drug Trafficking

June 28, 2022
… (DEA) Special Agent in Charge Daniel C. Comeaux and  U.S. Attorney Jennifer B. Lowery. Jeffrey Justice Dale … hearing, the court heard additional testimony that detailed how Williams recruited other individuals to transport a large quantity of meth from Texas to Georgia. In handing down the sentence, the court noted that this drug …
June 28, 2022
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DEA 360 Maine and Partners Host Two Day Virtual Town Hall Summit

April 09, 2021
… community members and anyone who wishes to learn more about how to become more involved in constructing a healthy safer …
April 09, 2021
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Uxbridge doctor sentenced to seven years in prison for conspiring to distribute over 3.5 kilograms of amphetamines

January 15, 2021
… and Giacomuzzi with blank prescription pads and explained how to fill out prescriptions for sale. Electronic … from the Massachusetts Prescription Monitoring Program show that well over 1,500 prescriptions for …
January 15, 2021
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Iconic Chicago Buildings to Light Up Red for DEA’s Red Ribbon Week

October 18, 2021
… the DEA to have several of Chicago’s landmark buildings show their support for Red Ribbon Week,” said Robert J. Bell, … illicit drugs in our communities. For more information on how you can participate in Red Ribbon Week activities …
October 18, 2021
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National Crime Victims’ Rights Week 2018 Expand The Circle: Reach All Victims

April 05, 2018
… about National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, and ideas on how to serve victims in your community please visit …
April 05, 2018
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Colombian national sentenced to more than 24 years for conspiring to send more than 12,000 kilograms of cocaine to the Sinaloa Cartel

January 10, 2020
… onboard, and providing instructions to crewmembers on how to operate the engines. Two of these SPSS vessels were …
January 10, 2020
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Valley Resident Sentenced for Meth Charges

August 24, 2021
… the jury heard from a local police officer who explained how Perez crashed into an SUV pulling out of a parking lot. … that he stopped her from leaving the area and asked her to show him what was inside the bag. The daughter opened the bag …
August 24, 2021
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Record 7 Million Dollar Settlement

October 24, 2005
… problems at King Soopers made it impossible to determine how many drugs had been lost or diverted. The record-keeping …
October 24, 2005
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Madison man sentenced to six years for cocaine conspiracy

August 23, 2019
… total, postal records from November 2017 to November 2018 showed 32 packages mailed from Smith to addresses in … Harper and also a frequent cocaine customer. Surveillance showed that Jackson regularly visited Harper at his cocaine … conversation about kilogram prices for cocaine and how they could make money working together.   In imposing …
August 23, 2019
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DEA announces 16th National Drug Take Back

October 26, 2018
… as well as from the home medicine cabinet. Some do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often …
October 26, 2018
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Former Honduran National Police Officer Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Conspiring to Import Cocaine into the United States

March 29, 2021
… Former Honduran National Police Officer Sentenced to 12 Years in Prison for Conspiring to Import Cocaine into … Division Special Agent in Charge Wendy C. Woolcock and United States Attorney for the Southern District of New … Cartel.  During the meeting, Avila Meza led a discussion of how best to rely on the Honduran National Police to secure …
March 29, 2021
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San Francisco resident sentenced to 10 years prison for manufacturing counterfeit adderall pills containing methamphetamine

November 27, 2018
… fullest extent of the law.”  “This a textbook example of how multiple law-enforcement agencies work together to keep …
November 27, 2018
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Federal, state and local law enforcement arrest seven throughout central Texas for methamphetamine distribution operation

September 15, 2020
… Federal, state and local law enforcement arrest seven throughout central … 571-324-6193 Kareem.R.Vaughn@dea.gov WACO, TX - Federal and state authorities arrested seven individuals in … Whipple.  “This investigation is an excellent example of how area law enforcement agencies work together to make this …
September 15, 2020
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Bothell man charged with money laundering using bitcoin

March 17, 2020
… the undercover agents advice on virtual currency and how to hide the source of the funds.  Rhule asked the agents …
March 17, 2020
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Houston Man Sentenced for Federal Drug Trafficking and Money Laundering Violations

May 17, 2019
… Houston Man Sentenced for Federal Drug Trafficking and Money Laundering Violations May 17, 2019 Houston Contact … has been sentenced to federal prison for drug trafficking and money laundering violations in the Eastern District of … prison sentence for John Leontaritus is another example of how aiding and abetting a drug trafficker can be just as …
May 17, 2019
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Multi-agency Investigation Dismantles Drug Trafficking Organization In Coffee County

May 17, 2018
… “These arrests and seizures are an excellent example of how DEA is committed to working with our state and local …
May 17, 2018
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DEA Announces Community Resources For Kensington Area

May 09, 2018
… the greatest threat to our communities,” said SAC Wilson. “However, we also recognize that addressing the opioid crisis … and area organizations helping Kensington residents learn how to marshal their resources and find pathways to …
May 09, 2018
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DEA Announces 15th National Drug Take Back

April 25, 2018
… as well as from the home medicine cabinet. Some do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often …
April 25, 2018