PRESS RELEASE

Providence Man Admits to Trafficking Fentanyl

November 29, 2023
… Providence Man Admits to Trafficking Fentanyl November 29, 2023 New England Contact Info Contact … court to a charge of possession with intent to distribute fentanyl, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha. …
November 29, 2023
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East Baltimore Drug Trafficking Organization Member and Associate Sentenced

July 14, 2021
… years of supervised release for conspiracy to distribute fentanyl, heroin, cocaine, and crack cocaine in the Monument … and recovered: a firearm; 147 grams of a mixture containing fentanyl and heroin; one large and one small kilo press …
July 14, 2021
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Four Members of Armed Fentanyl, Meth, Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy Convicted Following Federal Jury Trial

November 30, 2023
… Four Members of Armed Fentanyl, Meth, Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy Convicted …
November 30, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

DEA investigation leads to 36 arrests in fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine conspiracy

November 19, 2019
… DEA investigation leads to 36 arrests in fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine conspiracy November 19, …
November 19, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Arrest In Sacramento-Area Fentanyl Investigation

July 19, 2016
… Arrest In Sacramento-Area Fentanyl Investigation July 19, 2016 San Francisco Contact … with possession with intent to distribute hydrocodone and fentanyl, distribution of hydrocodone and fentanyl, and …
July 19, 2016
DRUG FACT SHEET

Kratom

January 22, 2025
Drugs of Concern
Kratom is a tropical tree native to Southeast Asia. Consumption of its leaves produces both stimulant effects (in low doses) and sedative effects (in high doses), and can lead to psychotic symptoms, and psychological and physiological dependence. Kratom leaves contain two major psychoactive ingredients (mitragynine and 7-hydroxymytragynine). These leaves are...
January 22, 2025
DRUG FACT SHEET

Ketamine

January 22, 2025
Hallucinogen
Ketamine is a dissociative anesthetic that has some hallucinogenic effects. Ketamine distorts the perception of sight and sound and makes the user feel disconnected and not in control. It is referred to as a “dissociative anesthetic hallucinogen” because it makes patients feel detached from their pain and environment. Ketamine can...
January 22, 2025
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Justice Department Announces Eight Indictments Against China Based Chemical Manufacturing Companies and Employees

October 03, 2023
DEA Administrator Remarks
… Administrator Remarks DEA Administrator October 03, 2023   “Fentanyl is the deadliest drug threat our nation has ever … result of DEA’s efforts to attack the fentanyl supply chain where it starts — in China. Chinese chemical companies are …
October 03, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

Two Georgia Men Sentenced for Trafficking Fentanyl

October 05, 2023
… Two Georgia Men Sentenced for Trafficking Fentanyl October 05, 2023 Atlanta Contact Info Contact Us … an overdose victim. Cothern pled guilty to Distribution of Fentanyl, and his plea acknowledged that the death resulted …
October 05, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

Lexington Doctor Guilty Of Fentanyl Distribution

October 24, 2016
… Lexington Doctor Guilty Of Fentanyl Distribution October 24, 2016 Atlanta Contact Info … Wilmington - (910) 815-4513 Randall Long Prescribed Fentanyl to Woman Addicted to Opiates While Romantically … S. Cayer and pleaded guilty to unlawful distribution of Fentanyl, a Schedule II controlled substance.  Dr. Long …
October 24, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Mexican National Sentenced to 18 Months for Transporting Heroin in 2019

January 12, 2024
… federal prison for engaging in distribution of heroin and fentanyl-laced heroin that resulted in a drug poisoning … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
January 12, 2024
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Final ‘In-Custody’ Defendant in Whatcom County Drug Trafficking Ring Sentenced to 8 Years in Prison

May 09, 2025
… Being Sought by Law Enforcement for Distribution of Deadly Fentanyl SEATTLE – A 35-year-old Seattle man was sentenced … Those same drugs that you were dealing you had no idea where they would wind up… You put yourself in danger, your …
May 09, 2025
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Two Indiana Men Indicted for Trafficking Fentanyl and Allegedly Manufacturing Fentanyl-Laced Fake Pills Using a Pill Press

July 07, 2022
… Two Indiana Men Indicted for Trafficking Fentanyl and Allegedly Manufacturing Fentanyl-Laced Fake … indictment charging two men with conspiracy to distribute fentanyl, illegal distribution of a tableting machine, and …
July 07, 2022
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Dominican National Convicted of Fentanyl Distribution

November 23, 2021
… Dominican National Convicted of Fentanyl Distribution November 23, 2021 New England Contact … was convicted yesterday by a federal jury of distributing fentanyl. Bernardito Carvajal, 30, who most recently resided …
November 23, 2021
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DEA Enters Esports Arena with 'One Pill Can Kill Game Over Tournament'

January 30, 2024
… DEA Enters Esports Arena with 'One Pill Can Kill Game Over Tournament' January 30, 2024 New Orleans Contact Info … In a groundbreaking move to address the nation's escalating fentanyl crisis, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) … important message with the mission to meet young people where they’re at. I hope to continue to find unique ways …
January 30, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

Baltimore Man Sentenced for Conspiracy to Distribute Heroin

June 17, 2021
… stored and distributed kilogram quantities of heroin and fentanyl at his Baltimore residence. As detailed in his plea … over 100 grams of heroin, more than one kilogram of fentanyl, large quantities of drug cutting agents, and drug …
June 17, 2021
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Manager in Major Baltimore Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced

April 23, 2021
… area that sold heroin, cocaine base (crack cocaine), and fentanyl to drug users and drug redistributors from … heroin, but the DTO adulterated all heroin it sold with fentanyl. Investigators identified Ringgold as a supervisor …
April 23, 2021
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Two men plead guilty to roles in large multi-drug trafficking conspiracy across Hampton Roads Virginia

February 06, 2020
… base, Mackie also trafficked in a mixture of heroin and fentanyl. Mackie used one co-conspirator’s home in York County to manufacture heroin/fentanyl pills for distribution. These pills were pressed to …
February 06, 2020
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Fentanyl trafficker pleads guilty

July 12, 2018
… Fentanyl trafficker pleads guilty July 12, 2018 New York … to distribute, and to distribute, 400 grams or more of fentanyl, before U.S. District Judge Richard J. Arcara. The …
July 12, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Launches New Initiative to Combat Drug-Related Violence and Overdoses in Communities across America

February 07, 2022
… Johnson 571-387-5018 Oakland, CA selected as a location where the first phase of ‘Operation Overdrive’ has been … in order to devote its law enforcement resources to where they will have the most impact: the communities where … A majority of identified criminal drug networks sell fentanyl or methamphetamine. And almost all of the …
February 07, 2022
DRUG FACT SHEET

GHB - Gamma-Hydroxybutyric Acid

August 21, 2025
Depressants
Gamma-Hydroxybutyric acid (GHB) is another name for the generic drug sodium oxybate. Xyrem® (which is sodium oxybate) is the trade name of the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)-approved prescription medication. Xyrem® is approved as a treatment to improve daytime sleepiness and muscle weakness with narcolepsy (a disorder marked by sudden...
August 21, 2025
DRUG FACT SHEET

Inhalants

February 19, 2025
Inhalant
Inhalants are invisible, volatile substances found in common household products that produce chemical vapors that are inhaled to induce psychoactive or mind-altering effects.
February 19, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Haverhill Man Sentenced For Fentanyl Conspiracy

May 08, 2023
… Haverhill Man Sentenced For Fentanyl Conspiracy May 08, 2023 New England Contact Info … man was sentenced today in federal court in Boston for fentanyl conspiracy charges. Sergio Garcia, 37, was …
May 08, 2023
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“Drug Kingpin” Gets 28 Years for Trafficking Drugs from Mexico to Alaska

September 05, 2024
… Operation Engage Seattle Eliminating the local drug threat and engaging community leaders to reduce drug misuse. Visit … laundering and weapons offenses. Guevara fled to Mexico where he headed an enterprise that trafficked large … of drugs on each trip. Guevara gave them instructions on how to smuggle the drugs back to Alaska, where they were met …
September 05, 2024
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33 Latin King Members and associates convicted and sentenced to lengthy federal prison terms for racketeering offenses

October 22, 2020
… two females to lure two rival gang members to a residence where they were stabbed, punched, kicked, and beaten with a … enforcement partners will bring them to justice, no matter where they are or how long it takes,” stated DEA Special Agent in Charge …
October 22, 2020
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Four Pharmacy Technicians Charged With Stealing And Selling Prescription Drugs

October 04, 2011
… alleged theft of prescription drugs from retail pharmacies where they worked, and the subsequent sale and distribution … corner or behind the counter at your local pharmacy, we go where the investigation takes us.” “Every year, the illegal … possible.” “This initiative represents another example of how we can maximize our enforcement efforts through …
October 04, 2011
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Nine Members Of Eastern European Organized Crime Syndicate Charged With Racketeering, Extortion, Loansharking, Illegal Gambling, And Drug Trafficking

November 09, 2016
… Organized Crime Syndicate Charged With Racketeering, Extortion, Loansharking, Illegal Gambling, And Drug … of an extortion victim in Russia in order to determine where his son was living.  After locating the victim - whom … mission.  This investigation provides another example of how agencies with different investigative missions can pool …
November 09, 2016
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Drug Dealer Arrested with Firearm, DEA Seizes Seven Kilograms of Fentanyl Powder & 100,000 Fentanyl-Laced Pills

February 06, 2025
… Dealer Arrested with Firearm, DEA Seizes Seven Kilograms of Fentanyl Powder & 100,000 Fentanyl-Laced Pills February 06, 2025 Phoenix Contact Info …
February 06, 2025
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Lawrence Man Sentenced For Fentanyl Trafficking

April 08, 2022
… Lawrence Man Sentenced For Fentanyl Trafficking April 08, 2022 New England Contact Info … court in Boston for drug trafficking charges involving fentanyl. Fabio Yunior Moreta Borge, 30, was sentenced by …
April 08, 2022
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Fentanyl And Heroin Distributor Pleads Guilty

December 28, 2016
… Fentanyl And Heroin Distributor Pleads Guilty December 28, … known as Wilfredo Laboy, pleaded guilty to distributing fentanyl and heroin, as well as possessing fentanyl with …
December 28, 2016