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Criminal homicide charges announced in the disappearance of Jose Herran

February 10, 2020
… Pa.C.S.A. § 902 (Felony-1)   Herran’s family has not heard from him since before November 17, 2015, which was his … evidence including blood samples and bone fragments from the suspected site of Herran’s killing and … will answer for their crime and for what they have stolen from Virginia Rodriguez and the rest of Jose’s family and …
February 10, 2020
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Staten Island doctor pleads guilty to illegally distributing oxycodone

October 04, 2019
… can net an illicit distributor $5,400 in cash or more.   From at least approximately 2006 until his arrest in October … to $200 per prescription in cash.  Many “patients” traveled from long distances, displayed visible signs of addiction to …
October 04, 2019
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Twenty-Seven Members of Little Rock Drug-Trafficking Organization in Custody Following Arrest Operation

March 13, 2025
… both of which were involved this case.” The arrests stem from an Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force, or … 2023. Most the defendants listed in the indictment are from Little Rock and surrounding towns. The investigation, … the DEA, involved numerous controlled purchases of fentanyl from members of the conspiracy, as well as the seizure of 19 …
March 13, 2025
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Federal Jury Finds New Haven Man Guilty of Drug Trafficking and Firearm Possession Offenses

March 02, 2025
… who died after ingesting the drug.  Franco was released from federal prison in December 2020. In December 2021, the … $300,000 in cash. Subsequent analysis of cellphones seized from Franco revealed hundreds of videos, several of which … and the Drug Enforcement Administration, with assistance from the New Haven Police Department, East Haven Police …
March 02, 2025
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Three New Haven Men Guilty of Charges Related to Counterfeit Pill Production, Narcotics Trafficking

February 23, 2025
… the evidence presented during the trial, this matter stems from an investigation by the DEA New Haven’s Tactical … cash.  Two of the firearms and $13,250 in cash were seized from Gumbs, a previously convicted felon, on November 18, … The DEA Tactical Diversion Squad is composed of personnel from the DEA, the Connecticut State Police, and the West …
February 23, 2025
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Southbridge Man Convicted Of Fentanyl And Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy

February 05, 2025
… law enforcement partners to target those who seek to profit from the sale of these substances.” “Postal inspectors are … large quantities of cocaine through packages mailed from Puerto Rico to addresses used by the DTO and mailed … mailed to Florida. Approximately nine kilograms of cocaine from packages sent through the mail and 800 grams of …
February 05, 2025
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Gulf Cartel Drug Trafficker Sent to Prison Following Major Cocaine and Cash Seizures

December 18, 2024
… network, importing significant quantities of cocaine from Mexico. He oversaw the transportation and distribution … hidden compartments at ports of entry to smuggle cocaine from Matamoros, Mexico, into the United States. He also … force investigating several narcotics and cash seizures from 2016 to 2020 determined Cortez-Nava led the …
December 18, 2024
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Sacramento Man Is 11th Defendant Sentenced in Large-Scale Cocaine and Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy

October 03, 2024
… of cocaine and heroin to sub‑distributors in California and from the East Coast. During the wiretap, agents seized … seized 567 grams of powder cocaine and 949 grams of heroin from Anderson’s stash location and two loaded firearms from his residence. Below is the status of Anderson’s …
October 03, 2024
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Member of Violent New Haven Gang Sentenced to 84 Months in Federal Prison

August 20, 2024
… themselves with the word “Honcho,” which is derived from the street name of an Exit 8 member who was murdered on … engaged in drug trafficking, used and shared firearms, and, from 2018 to 2023, committed at least three murders and 16 … Exit 8 members and associates also stole vehicles, at times from outside of the state, and used those stolen vehicles …
August 20, 2024
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Atlanta Man Sentenced to 28+ Years in Prison for Conspiring to Distribute Fentanyl that Contributed to a Poisoning Death

August 08, 2024
… found evidence of an individual who overdosed and died from drugs supplied by the defendant.  Lagary Williams aka … and the GBI received credible and reliable information from multiple confidential sources regarding illegal drug … agents observed Hayes acquire bulk quantities of narcotics from Williams’ luxury high-rise apartment in downtown …
August 08, 2024
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Bridgeport Drug Trafficker Sentenced

August 02, 2024
… made four controlled purchases of heroin and fentanyl from Best.  The investigation, which included … to a Home Depot parking lot in San Diego and purchased from their suppliers 1.1 kilograms of fentanyl, cut with … conspirators arranged to purchase five kilograms of heroin from their Mexican suppliers.  On February 10, 2020, four …
August 02, 2024
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New Haven Gang Member Admits Role in 2022 Murder

August 02, 2024
… themselves with the word “Honcho,” which is derived from the street name of an Exit 8 member who was murdered on … Exit 8 members and associates also stole vehicles, at times from outside of the state, and used those stolen vehicles … Ballistics analysis revealed that 19 had been fired from a handgun later found in Allick’s vehicle, and 24 had …
August 02, 2024
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Drug Trafficker Sentenced to 15 Years in Federal Prison

May 14, 2024
… made four controlled purchases of heroin and fentanyl from Frank Best.  The investigation, which included … to a Home Depot parking lot in San Diego and purchased from their suppliers 1.1 kilograms of fentanyl, cut with … conspirators arranged to purchase five kilograms of heroin from their Mexican suppliers.  On February 10, 2020, four …
May 14, 2024
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Drug Trafficker Sentenced to More Than 10 Years in Federal Prison

April 25, 2024
… made four controlled purchases of heroin and fentanyl from Frank Best.  The investigation, which included … to a Home Depot parking lot in San Diego and purchased from their suppliers 1.1 kilograms of fentanyl, cut with … conspirators arranged to purchase five kilograms of heroin from their Mexican suppliers.  On February 10, 2020, four …
April 25, 2024
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DEA Atlanta Holds 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to prevent addiction and reduce overdose deaths

April 22, 2022
… Prescription Drug Take Back Day on NEXT Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This bi-annual event offers free, … save a life. Join us on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 10 am to 2 pm at DEA’s 22nd national prescription drug … who misused a prescription medication obtained the medicine from a family member or friend. The Centers for Disease …
April 22, 2022
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DEA Charlotte Holds 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to prevent addiction and reduce overdose deaths

April 22, 2022
… Prescription Drug Take Back Day on NEXT Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This bi-annual event offers free, … save a life. Join us on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 10 am to 2 pm at DEA’s 22nd national prescription drug … who misused a prescription medication obtained the medicine from a family member or friend. The Centers for Disease …
April 22, 2022
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DEA Raleigh Holds 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to prevent addiction and reduce overdose deaths

April 22, 2022
… Prescription Drug Take Back Day on NEXT Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This bi-annual event offers free, … save a life. Join us on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 10 am to 2 pm at DEA’s 22nd national prescription drug … who misused a prescription medication obtained the medicine from a family member or friend. The Centers for Disease …
April 22, 2022
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DEA Columbia Holds 22nd National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to prevent addiction and reduce overdose deaths

April 22, 2022
… Prescription Drug Take Back Day on NEXT Saturday, April 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This bi-annual event offers free, … save a life. Join us on Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 10 am to 2 pm at DEA’s 22nd national prescription drug … who misused a prescription medication obtained the medicine from a family member or friend. The Centers for Disease …
April 22, 2022
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Baxley pharmacist sentenced to four years in federal prison for conspiracy involving healthcare fraud, opioids

June 29, 2020
… will discourage other negligent healthcare providers from engaging in unlawful criminal behavior.”   “Pharmacists … course of professional practice. Upon inspection by agents from the Drug Enforcement Administration, Fulghum Pharmacy … enforcement arena, we expect to deal with these problems from the corrupt drug cartels and their networks. However, …
June 29, 2020
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Local Doctor and Former Pro Football Player Indicted

September 12, 2019
… In addition, Hodge sold illegitimate oxycodone pills from Dr. Hanson on the streets for cash,” said Robert J. … stopping unscrupulous medical professionals like Dr. Hanson from harming patients.”   “Hanson allegedly issued numerous … McConnell, obtained prescriptions for controlled substances from Hanson. Hanson also gave Sedrick Hodge prescriptions …
September 12, 2019
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Leader of Drug Trafficking Organization Imprisoned for International Cocaine Distribution Scheme

February 20, 2024
… His role was to oversee the receipt of cocaine smuggled in from in vehicles on a monthly basis during the course of the … law enforcement operation. He was subsequently removed from Mexico and transported to Houston for prosecution. … was a fugitive, Luna continued to run his drug operations from Mexico. To date, 15 have been convicted in relation to …
February 20, 2024
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Federal Jury Convicts Syndicato De Nuevo Mexico Associate of Murdering Federal Witness, Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses

December 13, 2023
… at trial and other publicly available court records, from about Sept. 17, 2018, to Sept. 10, 2019, Padilla … P.G. in an attempt to influence, delay and prevent P.G. from communicating to law enforcement information relating … Field Office investigated this case with assistance from the DEA’s Albuquerque District Office, New Mexico State …
December 13, 2023
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Over 110 Pounds of Fentanyl and Methamphetamine with a Street Value Worth Up to $10 Million Uncovered in the Bronx

November 16, 2023
… efforts to reverse overdoses and treat those suffering from substance use disorder. We will continue to work with … brick-shaped, kilogram-sized package of suspected fentanyl from inside the bag. After NUNEZ-CAPELLAN was taken into … attempt to flee law enforcement. Agents and investigators from DEA NJ Field Division and SNP obtained a search warrant …
November 16, 2023
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High Ranking Gang Member Receives 19.5 Years in Federal Prison for Leadership Role in Drug Trafficking Organization

October 16, 2023
… the charges. “We are committed to keeping our streets safe from the destructive influence of gang activity and the … had not yet been destroyed. The investigation revealed that from 2014 until 2020, Wilson orchestrated drug trips from New Jersey to Eastern North Carolina and oversaw …
October 16, 2023
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Convicted Felon Gets 38 Years in Federal Prison for Dealing Fentanyl Resulting in Death of Arkansas Man

September 16, 2023
… their money to purchase what they believed was heroin from Driskill. The drug transaction took place in the … male again injected himself with the fentanyl purchased from Driskill. Approximately nine minutes later, he fell to … conducted two controlled purchases of fentanyl directly from Driskill. On or about February 12, 2022, law …
September 16, 2023
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Supplier in Juvenile Fentanyl Overdoses Case Charged with Drug Conspiracy

February 15, 2023
… Wednesday afternoon. “Make no mistake: Unless it comes from a licensed medical provider, that pill your child … victims, all middle and high school students, ranged in age from 13 to 17 and usually referred to the pills with slang … he, too, obtained the drugs he allegedly dealt to minors from Mr. Villanueva through one of the juvenile dealers. Mr. …
February 15, 2023
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DEA El Paso Division Announces the Seizure of Over 9 Million Deadly Doses of Fentanyl in 2022

January 04, 2023
… to seize these nearly 10 million deadly doses of fentanyl from communities across West Texas and New Mexico,” said … secret factories in Mexico with chemicals sourced largely from China. In 2021, the DEA issued a Public Safety Alert on … a potentially lethal dose of fentanyl. This is an increase from DEA’s announcement in 2021 that four out of ten …
January 04, 2023
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Drug Enforcement Administration Announces the Seizure of Over 379 Million Deadly Doses of Fentanyl in 2022

December 21, 2022
… worked to seize over 379 million deadly doses of fentanyl from communities across the country,” said Administrator … secret factories in Mexico with chemicals sourced largely from China. In 2021, the DEA issued a  Public Safety Alert … a potentially lethal dose of fentanyl. This is an increase from DEA’s announcement in 2021 that four out of ten …
December 21, 2022
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DEA Seattle Field Division Joins with Families to Increase Awareness about the Dangers of Fentanyl

November 21, 2022
… poisoning. The DEA Seattle Field Division invited families from Washington, Oregon, Alaska and Idaho to the Family … November 15th, 2022. “This past Tuesday, 23 family members from across the Pacific Northwest who lost a loved one to a … incredible work these families are doing to prevent others from experiencing the profound pain of losing a loved one to …
November 21, 2022
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Oakland Money Service Business Owner and Employees Charged with Laundering Drug Proceeds

September 02, 2022
… for assisting the traffickers with laundering drug proceeds from the United States to Mexico.  The complaints describe … in prison and a $500,000 fine (or twice the gain resulting from the crime). However, any sentence after a conviction … Daniel Pastor is prosecuting this case with assistance from Amanda Martinez and Andy Ding. This case is the result …
September 02, 2022