PRESS RELEASE

DEA Helps Foil Iranian Terror Plot

October 11, 2011
… The Alleged Plot - The criminal complaint alleges that, from the spring of 2011 to October 2011, Arbabsiar and his … Houston Division and DEA Houston Division, with assistance from the FBI New York Joint Terrorism Task Force. The … for the Southern District of New York, with assistance from the Counterterrorism Section of the Justice …
October 11, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Eight Arrested On Federal Steroid And Prescription Narcotic Distribution Charges

May 15, 2015
… that members of the conspiracy allegedly imported steroids from China. The following individuals were arrested on a … was a steroid distributer who obtained his steroids from Kenyhercz.  Wiretap interceptions over cellular … been receiving shipments of steroids and related materials from China since 2011 and has been manufacturing and …
May 15, 2015
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Eleven Individuals Charged With Trafficking Heroin And Other Illegal Narcotics

December 16, 2015
… conspiracy involving the shipment of heroin from California to Baton Rouge and the distribution of … terms of imprisonment, fines, and forfeiture of proceeds from the illegal drug offenses: Michael Almanza, age 44, of … by the DEA and the U.S. Attorney’s Office, with assistance from Louisiana State Police, East Baton Rouge Parish …
December 16, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Manhattan U.S. Attorney Announces Guilty Pleas Of Two Colombian Narcotics Traffickers Defendants Were High-Ranking Members Of Organization Headed By Colombian Drug Kingpin Francisco Gonzalez Uribe

September 02, 2011
… well as statements made during the guilty plea proceedings: From 2007 through 2009, OSPINO-ROSERO and NORENA-CORREA were … Republic -- the DEA secured large quantities of narcotics from individuals linked to OSPINO-ROSERO and NORENA-CORREA. …
September 02, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Phoenix Participates In U.S. Marshals “Operation Justice V”

April 21, 2013
… safer with the removal of numerous dangerous criminals from our streets.” Surprise Police Chief Michael Frazier … JUSTICE V” involved more than 150 law enforcement officers from 30 contributing agencies throughout Maricopa and Pinal … “Aggravated Assault,” and, “Endangerment,” stemming from a 2009 drive-by shooting in South Phoenix. Anyone with …
April 21, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Tucson ‘Liposuction Technician’ And Aide Arrested On Multiple Felony Charges

August 06, 2013
… Medicine without a (ARS 13-3455). The charges arise from a three-month investigation conducted by the DEA’s … illegal medical practices and prevent controlled substances from being diverted into the wrong hands and endangering the … the DEA Tactical Diversion Task Force consisting of members from the DEA, the Tucson Police Department, and the South …
August 06, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Drug Ring Supplying Elmira, NY With Heroin And Fentanyl Shut Down

September 29, 2016
… members of a drug pipeline responsible for funneling heroin from Pennsylvania and New Jersey to Elmira, NY.  Eight … bars, and we have prevented a significant amount of heroin from reaching the streets. Our message to drug dealers is … organization obtained large quantities of heroin primarily from defendant Israel Cedeno-Martinez in Trenton, New …
September 29, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Doctor Charged In Manhattan Federal Court For Illegal Distribution Of Millions Of Oxycodone Pills

December 02, 2016
… can net an illicit distributor $2,400 in cash or more. From at least approximately January 2011 until December … that Lambrakis collected at least $2.5 million in fees from his “patients.” Lambrakis, 69, of Manhattan, is charged …
December 02, 2016
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Rochester Father, Two Sons Arrested And Charged With Drug Trafficking

February 22, 2016
… officers conducted multiple controlled purchases from the defendants at 164 Curtis Street in Rochester, which … is Victor Rivera’s residence. On December 4, 2015, officers from the New York State Police intercepted a suspicious … the direction of Chief Michael Ciminelli, with assistance from several law enforcement agencies including the New York …
February 22, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Dante Major Received 55 Years To Life Sentence

January 18, 2013
… and Richard J. Devlin, Jr, Otsego County Sheriff. Working from street level dealers to the supply source, Otsego … Sheriff’s Office investigators and DEA Special Agents from the Albany District Office made controlled purchases of heroin and oxy powder from retail level dealers working for the head of the drug …
January 18, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Long Island Doctor Pleads Guilty To Conspiracy To Distribute Oxycodone

July 11, 2013
… On April 23, 2011, Giovanni Manzella, a 34 year-old man from Long Beach, New York, died of an overdose of oxycodone … also within two days after receiving a prescription from Conway for 180 pills of oxycodone. Patient files seized … that neither man received meaningful medical examinations from Conway. The files for these and other patients …
July 11, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Long Island Doctor Convicted Of Conspiracy To Distribute Oxycodone And Distribution Of Oxycodone

October 18, 2013
… action against a pharmacy, removed prescription authority from numerous rogue doctors, and expanded … DEA Task Force which is comprised of agents and officers from the DEA, NCPD and NYSP with assistance from the IRS. On …
October 18, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

15 Alleged Members of Drug Trafficking Organization Indicted

December 05, 2025
… to the indictment, beginning at a time unknown but from at least on or about June 1, 2024, to November 18, … whichever is greater. “This investigation, which originated from a narcotics complaint in the Western District of … networks, enforce the rule of law, and remove them from our streets. I commend the outstanding investigative …
December 05, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Three Mexican Nationals Arrested for Conspiracy to Distribute 133.5 Pounds of Methamphetamine

September 19, 2025
… anticipation of an expected methamphetamine drug purchase. From the complex, agents followed Gomez Padilla and Garcia … and seized approximately 61.75 pounds of methamphetamine from the car that Garcia Lopez had been driving. Agents also …
September 19, 2025
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Special Agent FAQs

July 09, 2025
… for determining employment eligibility with DEA. Aside from marijuana or cannabis use before the candidate’s 18th … cannot have used anabolic steroids without a prescription from a licensed practicing physician within seven (7) years … conferences; researching, collecting and analyzing data from a variety of sources relating to investigations; …
July 09, 2025
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Takedown of Drug Trafficking Operation in the Capital Region

November 17, 2021
… Rensselaer, Schenectady, and Warren counties sourced from New York City dealers. The year-long investigation led … “This drug trafficking organization distributed everything from crack cocaine, to methamphetamine, to heroin,” said DEA … narcotics that she sold to customers who travelled to her from around the Capital Region. Kuntzsch had customers based …
November 17, 2021
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Violent Gang Member Convicted of Drug and Firearms Conspiracy Involving Six Shootings

July 08, 2023
… July 2020, was in response to a video being live-streamed from a parking lot accusing Minier-Tejada and Coleman of … firearms and multiple “selector switches” for TRG members from drug users in Maine. “Selector switches,” or auto … ring that polluted the streets of Maine with everything from deadly fentanyl to cocaine, crack cocaine & …
July 08, 2023
GENERAL INFORMATION

Operation Engage Kansas City

March 28, 2025
… Prevention PSA Competition 1st Place Winner: Ethan Wood from The Barstow School 2022 Reel Prevention PSA Competition … Prevention PSA Competition 3rd Place Winner: Anna Shapoval from The Barstow School 2022 Reel Prevention PSA Competition …
March 28, 2025
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U.S. Attorney's Office Secures Sentencing of Albuquerque Man for Drug Trafficking and Firearms Offenses

September 03, 2024
… When Jimenez attempted to evade detection by moving from the driver's seat to the truck bed, he was detained. A … the firearms found in the vehicle. Photographic evidence from Jimenez’s cell phone further implicated him in the … of a drug trafficking crime; and escape. Upon his release from prison, Jimenez will be subject to five years of …
September 03, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

Eight East Bay residents charged with crimes related to drug distribution scheme

December 16, 2020
… and Mayer Benegas-Medina, 27.  According to the indictment, from at least July to December 2020, the defendants … drug trafficking by people who have come to the Tenderloin from outside the neighborhood,” said U.S. Attorney … of fentanyl that another member forgot on his commute from the East Bay.   Papers filed in the case also describe …
December 16, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

National Health Care Fraud and Opioid Takedown results in charges against 345 defendants responsible for more than $6 billion in alleged fraud losses

September 30, 2020
… prosecuted by Health Care Fraud and ARPO Strike Force teams from the Criminal Division’s Fraud Section, along with 43 U.S. Attorney’s Offices nationwide, and agents from DEA, HHS-OIG, FBI, and other various federal and state … is exacerbated when unscrupulous individuals seek to profit from people, in particular those confronting addiction,” …
September 30, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Ringleader of Central Valley drug trafficking organization sentenced to 20 years prison

March 20, 2019
… authorities seized approximately $201,790 in drug proceeds from Olivares Hernandez’s home, as well as approximately 31 … 2.9 pounds of methamphetamine, and $367,040 in cash from another of Olivares Hernandez’s stash houses in …
March 20, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Thirty-Four Facing Federal And Tribal Charges Arising Out Of Methamphetamine Trafficking On Mescalero Apache Reservation

December 14, 2015
… President of the Mescalero Apache Tribe, I heard complaints from our Tribal Members and saw the pain and suffering … resources to remove these drug trafficking organizations from our communities.  Indian Country is grateful for these … partners to aggressively remove these negative elements from our communities.” The federal and tribal cases were …
December 14, 2015
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Clandestine Drug Labs in the United States

March 28, 2025
… dumpsites. To filter the results, choose a state or 'Any' from the State dropdown, and set the year to the desired … dumpsites. To filter the results, choose a state or 'Any' from the State dropdown, and set the year to the desired … entries on this web site be used as a substitute for advice from a licensed professional familiar with the specific …
March 28, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Multi-Agency Investigation Dismantles Marijuana Distribution Ring Operating In Southeastern New Mexico And West Texas

April 27, 2015
… organization allegedly distributed quantities of marijuana from El Paso, Texas to Roswell, New Mexico and Lubbock, … 31, of El Paso, Texas, that allegedly transported marijuana from El Paso to Chaves County, N.M., and Lubbock, Texas.  … offenses.  Count 1 of the indictment alleges that from Nov. 2014 through April 2015, all ten defendants …
April 27, 2015
GENERAL INFORMATION

Community Outreach

March 28, 2025
… it’s vitally important that youth and young adults refrain from drug use as this use will affect brain development. … and local prevention contacts, and resources available from DEA’s federal partners. The website also includes a …
March 28, 2025
GENERAL INFORMATION

Sunshine Week

January 22, 2025
… FOIA requests.  DEA also received 143 FOIA consultations from other federal agencies in FY 2020.  For more … for any agency records; however, the records may be exempt from release by one of nine FOIA exemptions which protect …
January 22, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Tenth Bilateral Drug Intelligence Working Group in Shanghai, China

November 18, 2024
… Domestic Bilateral Drug Intelligence Working Gorup.png From November 12-13, 2024, the U.S. Department of Justice, … and CBP officials met with law enforcement counterparts from China’s Ministry of Public Security to exchange …
November 18, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

Communities Nationwide Turn in Nearly 630,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications on DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

November 08, 2024
… removed nearly 19.2 million pounds of unneeded medications from communities across our country.  According to a report … medication for a non-medical purpose got that medication from a family member or friend.  DEA continues to expand …
November 08, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

DEA launches Secure Your Meds campaign, calls on Americans to keep medications safe

April 21, 2020
… that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet.    Once the Centers for …
April 21, 2020