PRESS RELEASE

40 Charged, Huge Cash And Drug Seizures Of Organization Tied To Murders

June 19, 2015
… Recruiter Name SA Chris Most (314) 538-4600 StLouisSpecialAgentRecruiter@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us 317 South 16th Street St. Louis , MO 63103 … and East Coast states with drug shipments origination from either McAllen through Houston and/or from Southern …
June 19, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

BGF Commander And Gang Member Sentenced To Prison For Participating In A Racketeering Conspiracy

January 20, 2011
… BGF Commander And Gang Member Sentenced To Prison For Participating In A Racketeering … facilities. According to their plea agreements, from 2006 through June 2010, Duncan and McFadden were …
January 20, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Doctor Convicted Of Running Pill Mill And Contributing To A Death

June 12, 2013
… 861-3474 Media Requests (571) 362-5348 PhiladelphiaSpecialAgentRecruiter@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us Wm. J. Green Fed. Bldg. 600 Arch Street, Room … medical purpose and Nathaniel Backes’ death resulted from the use of that substance. The drug conspiracy …
June 12, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Cocaine Dealer In St. Mary’s County Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison

July 15, 2014
… Dealer In St. Mary’s County Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison July 15, 2014 Washington, DC … D.C. Field Office.    According to his plea agreement, from October 2012 to April 2013, Holt acquired kilograms of …
July 15, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

Large-Scale Distributor Of Unapproved Foreign Prescription Drugs Indicted

August 08, 2014
… Information Office (571) 362-1011 Washington.Special.Agent@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us 800 K Street, N.W Suite 500 Washington , DC … as a trans-shipper, Quinn received non-FDA-approved drugs from countries such as India and the United Arab Emirates, …
August 08, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

Two Indicted In Investigation Involving Smuggling Heroin Into Attica Correctional Facility; Two Others Facing Heroin Charges

February 05, 2014
… York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 Kenneth.M.Heino@dea.gov Kenneth M. Heino Recruiter Name SA Romona Sy 571-776-1634 … that Banks was subject to a protective order preventing him from possessing a firearm.    DEA Acting Special Agent in …
February 05, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

International Narcotics Trafficker Pleads Guilty In Manhattan Federal Court To The Manufacture, Shipment, And Importation Of Tons Of Cocaine Into The United States And Other Countries

February 05, 2014
… Guilty In Manhattan Federal Court To The Manufacture, Shipment, And Importation Of Tons Of Cocaine Into The United … York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 Kenneth.M.Heino@dea.gov Kenneth M. Heino Recruiter Name SA … distribution of tens of thousands of kilograms of cocaine from Colombia and Venezuela to the United States and other …
February 05, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

Man Sentenced In Manhattan Federal Court To Two Consecutive Life Terms For February 2000 Double Murder In The Bronx

October 08, 2014
… Man Sentenced In Manhattan Federal Court To Two Consecutive Life … “New York DTO”) was receiving large quantities of cocaine from a Mexican drug trafficking (the “Mexican DTO”).  In or … the lobby of 3235 Parkside Place, Darge approached Cuellar from behind and fired a gunshot into Cuellar’s skull.  …
October 08, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

Southampton Town Councilman Pleads Guilty To Conspiring To Illegally Distribute Oxycodone

November 24, 2015
… York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 Kenneth.M.Heino@dea.gov Kenneth M. Heino Recruiter Name SA Romona Sy 571-776-1634 … 2015, Bender received phony prescriptions for oxycodone from a Riverhead physician assistant, Michael Troyan, filled …
November 24, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Narcotics Dealer Charged In Manhattan Federal Court For Overdose Death

February 10, 2017
… York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 Kenneth.M.Heino@dea.gov Kenneth M. Heino Recruiter Name SA Romona Sy 571-776-1634 … Coombs was transported to the hospital, but later died from an overdose of heroin and fentanyl.  Prior to Coombs’s …
February 10, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

Guilty Plea For Accessory To Cocaine Overdose Death

March 21, 2017
… York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 Kenneth.M.Heino@dea.gov Kenneth M. Heino Recruiter Name SA Romona Sy 571-776-1634 … co-defendant James Holder: Johnson regularly bought cocaine from Holder, who lived in and sold cocaine from a …
March 21, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

NYDETF Seizes $2 Million Worth Of Cocaine Concealed In Candy

May 04, 2017
… York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 Kenneth.M.Heino@dea.gov Kenneth M. Heino Recruiter Name SA Romona Sy 571-776-1634 … gas for the vehicle. Martinez then removed the backpack from the vehicle. Agents and officers approached the …
May 04, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

Member Of Violent Gang Sentenced To Nearly Five Years In Prison For Racketeering And Firearm And Drug Trafficking Offenses

June 01, 2025
… Member Of Violent Gang Sentenced To Nearly Five Years In Prison For Racketeering And … across his chest – law enforcement had recovered firearms from similar bags in the past. During a search of Darosa’s …
June 01, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Eight Indicted In Money Laundering Ring

July 29, 2022
… Eight Indicted In Money Laundering Ring July 29, 2022 New England Contact Info Contact Us 617-557-2100 (617) 557-2100 Kristen Govostes Recruiter Name Brian Tomasetta 617-557-2309 … that involved the laundering of drug proceeds and proceeds from stolen and/or fraudulent gift cards. During a …
July 29, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

Akron, Ohio Doctor Is Sentenced To 5 Years In Federal Prison For Illegally Distributing Prescription Painkillers

March 16, 2015
… Akron, Ohio Doctor Is Sentenced To 5 Years In Federal Prison For Illegally … specializing in family medicine, obstetrics and gynecology. From August 2011 through October 2012, Heim and others …
March 16, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Recognizes National Fentanyl Awareness Day

May 06, 2024
… has ever faced.  In 2022 alone, 107,941 Americans died from drug poisonings, with a staggering 70% of those deaths … exhibit will have extended hours on Tuesday, May 7, from 6 a.m. until 6 p.m. “Americans today are experiencing … fentanyl. The only safe medications are ones that come from licensed and accredited medical professionals. For more …
May 06, 2024
GENERAL INFORMATION

Headquarters News 2007

July 15, 2021
… Statement of Administrator Karen P. Tandy on Retirement from the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) October 17, … October 16, 2007 United States Announces First Extraditions From Romania on Terrorism Charges September 24, 2007 DEA …
July 15, 2021
GENERAL INFORMATION

Phoenix News 2006

July 15, 2021
… Phoenix News 2006 The archive stories for 2009 - 2002 are from the retired web site for DEA.gov.  NOTE: navigation … Conference JUN 1, 2006 Two Mexican Nationals Extradicted From Mexico To Face Charges In Naco, Arizona Drug Tunnel MAY …
July 15, 2021
GENERAL INFORMATION

Chemist (Forensic)

March 28, 2025
… critical in supporting our efforts to keep Americans safe from dangerous drugs and those who traffic them.  Expert … laboratory analysis, court testimony, and evidence gathered from crime scenes are key components in successful criminal …
March 28, 2025
DOCUMENT

Responding to America's Overdose Crisis: An Examination of Legislation to Build Upon the SUPPORT Act

June 23, 2023
Testimony
… between the ages of 18 to 45, and it kills Americans from all walks of life, in every state and community in this … financial network to pocket billions of dollars in revenue from those sales. Responding to America's Overdose …
June 23, 2023
EVENT
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Community Event
April 27, 2019
April 27, 2019

DEA Take Back Day (April 2019)

2:00 AM - 6:00 AM (EDT)
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Find a collection site near you! The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2017 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs...
GENERAL INFORMATION

With You STL

January 22, 2025
… stigma associated with addiction can prevent some people from getting the help they really need.  Alleviating stigma … people who misuse prescription medications get those meds from the home medicine cabinet.  The DEA encourages families … in 68 countries. For the latest updates and information from DEA HQ follow us on Twitter  @DEAHQ , on  Facebook , …
January 22, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Randolph man sentenced for dealing fentanyl

July 10, 2020
… Randolph man sentenced for dealing fentanyl July 10, 2020 New England Contact … 11, 2018, an undercover federal agent purchased fentanyl from Pena-Diaz and others on multiple occasions in Randolph, …
July 10, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Norwalk man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for distributing heroin

August 28, 2019
… Norwalk man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for distributing heroin … had made multiple controlled purchases of narcotics from him. On that date, investigators conducted …
August 28, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Third major takedown of drug trafficking ring nets 14 arrests

September 01, 2020
… investigation_0.jpg Wrapped pistol and ammunition seized from a residence during the investigation_0.png SEATTLE - … successfully removed a number of violent drug traffickers from the streets of the Seattle-Tacoma area, and will enable … organized transnational groups with tentacles reaching from Mexico to Puget Sound.  They profit by pushing …
September 01, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Buffalo couple charged with selling heroin linked to overdose

April 25, 2019
… York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 Kenneth.M.Heino@dea.gov Kenneth M. Heino Recruiter Name SA … the early morning hours of Feb. 27, 2019, first responders from the Buffalo Police Department, Buffalo Fire Department …
April 25, 2019
GENERAL INFORMATION

Scam Alert

March 28, 2025
… law enforcement officer will demand cash or gift cards from a member of the public. You should only give money, … information, to someone you know. Anyone receiving a call from a person claiming to be with DEA should report the …
March 28, 2025
GENERAL INFORMATION

DEA Recognizes Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

January 22, 2025
… agencies across the nation that go after drug traffickers. From the Northeast: A Salute to the Oldest and Largest Task Force in the Nation From the Midwest: National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day: …
January 22, 2025
DOCUMENT

DEA Administrator's Remarks on China-Based Chemical Manufacturing Companies and Arrests

June 23, 2023
DEA Administrator Remarks
… and communities across the United States, killing Americans from all walks of life. Targeting entire criminal drug networks, from the source of supply to the last mile of distribution, …
June 23, 2023
EVENT
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Recruitment
October 19, 2018
October 19, 2018

Baker College Law Enforcement Day

2:00 AM - 6:00 AM (EDT)
Allen Park, MI
For: High School students interested in meeting representatives from multiple policing agencies to learn more about potential law enforcement careers. Baker College students, particularly Criminal Justice students, interested in learning more about specific law enforcement agencies and the opportunities available (entire high school CJ classes welcome). Program: Presentations by representatives...