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DEA News: Huge Synthetic Drug Takedown

May 07, 2014
… hq050714-03.jpg hq050714-04.jpg WASHINGTON - The Drug Enforcement (DEA), Customs and Border (CBP), Immigration and Customs Enforcement Homeland Security (HSI), Federal Bureau of (FBI), … and leading up to early this morning, nationwide enforcement operations have taken place targeting these drug …
May 07, 2014
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16 Defendants Charged In A Commercial Burglary Ring And Drug Conspiracy

July 19, 2013
… and cocaine around the Baltimore metropolitan area and the remaining defendants in conspiracies to commit armed home … Special Agent in Charge Gary Tuggle of the Drug Enforcement Administration, Baltimore District Office; United … drug trafficking in the Baltimore area is a growing problem, and today’s law enforcement action is evidence that DEA, …
July 19, 2013
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Facts about Fentanyl

April 02, 2025
… by Synthetic Opioids Before and During the COVID-19 Pandemic Trends and Geographic Patterns in Drug and Synthetic … Topics The True Deadly Scope of America's Fentanyl Problem Finding Treatment If you or someone you know has a mental … Assists employers and union representatives with policy development, …
April 02, 2025
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Twelve, Including MS-13 Gang Members Arrested for Alleged Drug Trafficking

October 28, 2021
… Twelve, Including MS-13 Gang Members Arrested for Alleged Drug Trafficking October 28, … Investigation Also Resulted in the Arrest of a MS-13 Gang Member for an Alleged Murder Conspiracy & a MS-13 Gang Member for Alleged Weapons Possession HAUPPAUGE, N.Y. – U.S. …
October 28, 2021
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Two Charged with Federal Narcotics Offenses Resulting in Death in Connection with the Poisoning of Four Children at a Bronx Daycare

September 19, 2023
Two Charged with Federal Narcotics Offenses Resulting in Death in Connection with the Poisoning of Four Children at a Bronx Daycare September 19, 2023 New York Contact Info Contact Us (212) 337-3900 862-373-3557 Kenneth.M.Heino@dea.gov Kenneth M. Heino …
September 19, 2023
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Nearly Three Dozen Charged Methamphetamine-Trafficking Conspiracy

July 16, 2021
… prison, up to life. There is no parole in the federal system. “Strong law enforcement partnerships underscore the power of combined forces … J. Murphy, Special Agent in Charge of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) Atlanta Field Division. “These …
July 16, 2021
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13 Additional Defendants Charged in Fentanyl Distribution Network that Spanned from California to D.C.

November 20, 2023
… Network that Spanned from California to D.C. November 20, 2023 Headquarters Contact Info Contact Us (202) … Twice Domestic WASHINGTON – Federal and local law enforcement announced the arrests of 11 more alleged members of a fentanyl drug distribution network responsible …
November 20, 2023
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19 Arrested on Federal Charges Trafficking Meth, Fentanyl, Heroin, and Cocaine in Charlottesville, VA

September 07, 2023
… Fentanyl, Heroin, and Cocaine in Charlottesville, VA September 07, 2023 Washington, DC Contact Info Contact Us (202) … region DEA Seizures DEA Agents and local/ state law enforcement partners seized drugs, money, firearms, and drug … Charge Jarod Forget, VSP Superintendent Gary Settle and  Albemarle Chief Col. Sean Reeves CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – A …
September 07, 2023
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Leader of Savannah-Area Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced to Decades in Federal Prison

August 03, 2023
… by a Convicted Felon; and Maintaining a Drug-Involved Premises, said Jill E. Steinberg, U.S. Attorney for the … of his prison term. There is no parole in the federal system. “Our law enforcement partners in Operation Deadlier Catch did outstanding …
August 03, 2023
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Indictment Charges Alleged Members of Drug Trafficking Organization in Drug, Gun and Money Laundering Charges

June 27, 2023
… Indictment Charges Alleged Members of Drug Trafficking Organization in Drug, Gun and … Acting SAC WASHINGTON – This morning, law enforcement agents from the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, …
June 27, 2023
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Department of Justice Announces Results of Operation Dark HunTor

October 26, 2021
… Drugs Just Think Twice Domestic International Law Enforcement Operation Targeting Opioid Traffickers on the Darknet … through the Joint Criminal Opioid and Darknet Enforcement (JCODE) team, joined Europol to announce the results … continued partnership between JCODE and foreign law enforcement against the illegal sale of drugs and other illicit …
October 26, 2021
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11 Members of drug ring arrested on drug charges: three indicted on robbery charges

June 20, 2018
… 11 Members of drug ring arrested on drug charges: three indicted … Special Agent in Charge, New York Division, U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA); Suffolk County District Attorney … “By consolidating intelligence and resources, law enforcement arrested 11 members of the organization and shut down …
June 20, 2018
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New York News 2007

July 15, 2021
New York News 2007 December 26, 2007 DEA's New York Division Reported in the Big Brother Big Sister Annual Report The Power to Change Perceptions December 14, 2007 Four Members of International Khat Trafficking Ring Found Guilty In Manhattan Federal Court …
July 15, 2021
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Twenty Charged In Chicago With Various Drug Trafficking Offenses, Including Five Allegedly Tied To The Mexican “Zetas” Cartel

November 16, 2011
… Five Allegedly Tied To The Mexican “Zetas” Cartel November 16, 2011 Chicago Contact Info Contact Us (312) … federal narcotics charges here, including five alleged members of a Chicago-based cell of the Zetas Mexican drug … drug proceeds between Chicago and Mexico, federal law enforcement officials announced today. A joint investigation led …
November 16, 2011
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Largest Fentanyl Bust in DEA History: Authorities Seize Over 400 Kilograms of Fentanyl in Record-Shattering Operation

May 08, 2025
Largest Fentanyl Bust in DEA History: Authorities Seize Over 400 Kilograms of Fentanyl in Record-Shattering Operation May 08, 2025 El Paso Contact Info Contact Us (915) 832-6000 571-324-7093 carlos.a.briano@dea.gov Carlos A. Briano Recruiter Name …
May 08, 2025
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December 03, 2021
… Page URL ? Describe the Problem ? Other Feedback? Comments Email Email If you want a reply, please provide your email …
December 03, 2021
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Operation Engage Broward County

March 28, 2025
… Pills factsheet . Events Connect With Us!     Sign up for email updates about Broward County's Operation Engage … Engage program in the box below. This field is required. Email Email If you want a reply, please provide your email …
March 28, 2025
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Operation Engage Kansas City

March 28, 2025
… of Shawnee Mission West HS Connect With Us!   Sign up for email updates about Kansas City's Operation Engage … Engage program in the box below. This field is required. Email Email If you want a reply, please provide your email …
March 28, 2025
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Three Mexican Nationals Arrested for Conspiracy to Distribute 133.5 Pounds of Methamphetamine

September 19, 2025
… to Distribute 133.5 Pounds of Methamphetamine September 19, 2025 Phoenix Contact Info Contact Us 571-362-5600 … Image Download Original Image PHOENIX, Ariz. – On September 17, Mariano Gomez Padilla, 28, Eduardo Garcia Lopez, … Methamphetamine.   According to the complaint, on September 17, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) East Valley …
September 19, 2025
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Special Agent FAQs

July 09, 2025
… Law 100-238 , this position is covered under law enforcement retirement provisions; therefore, you must be appointed before … or have previously served in a Federal civilian law enforcement retirement-covered position (after subtracting the …
July 09, 2025
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DEA Seizes Record-Breaking 2.7 Million Fentanyl Pills

May 06, 2025
… in Layton, UT Cash seized in Layton, UT Cash seized in Salem, OR Drugs and cash seized in Phoenix U.S. Attorney … seizure of fentanyl pills in DEA history. During an enforcement operation the last week of April, agents from the DEA … DEA, is a significant blow against the Sinaloa Cartel that removes poison from our streets and protects American …
May 06, 2025
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Violent Gang Member Convicted of Drug and Firearms Conspiracy Involving Six Shootings

July 08, 2023
… Violent Gang Member Convicted of Drug and Firearms Conspiracy Involving … in Maine and possessing a machine gun BOSTON – The last remaining defendant in a multi-phase investigation targeting … in the acquisition of over 40 firearms for gang members. Armani Minier-Tejada, a/k/a “Shotz,” a/k/a …
July 08, 2023
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DEA One Pill Can Kill Social Media Campaign

October 09, 2024
… One Pill Can Kill Social Media Campaign The Drug Enforcement Administration has issued a Public Safety Alert … using the sample social media posts below today! Use them in their entirety or modify them for your local audience.   DEA lab testing reveals that 7 …
October 09, 2024
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Local Task Forces Crack Down on Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Distribution Networks

August 21, 2023
Local Task Forces Crack Down on Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Distribution Networks August 21, 2023 Seattle Contact Info Contact Us (206) 553-5443 (571) 387-3831 (571)-387-3193 SeattleSpecialAgentRecruiter@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us 300 …
August 21, 2023
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Nineteen arrested in Waco on federal drug trafficking charges

September 20, 2018
… arrested in Waco on federal drug trafficking charges September 20, 2018 Houston Contact Info Contact Us (713) … Sally M. Sparks Recruiter Name Kimball L. Hardeman 571-324-8227 SpecialAgentRecruiter.Houston@dea.gov Talk … Texas Additional Division Info Community Outreach: Kareem Vaughn 571-324-6193 Kareem.R.Vaughn@dea.gov WACO, Texas - …
September 20, 2018
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Joint Local, State And Federal Synthetic Drug Round-Up Leads To The Arrest Of 30 Defendants Charged With Selling “Spice” And “Bath Salts”

July 01, 2013
… Salts.” The federal indictments and the criminal complaint remained sealed until the named defendants were arrested by law enforcement over a two-day period. Harry S. Sommers, the Special … drug use in the United States alone has reached epidemic proportions and has resulted in a sustained rise in …
July 01, 2013
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Operation Engage Richmond

March 28, 2025
… in partnering with us for an event in your community? Email our Community Outreach coordinator … Red Ribbon Week Activities Connect with Us!   Sign up for email updates about Richmond's Operation Engage Initiative. …
March 28, 2025
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What We Do

December 20, 2024
… (such as scheduled prescription drugs) and listed chemicals through  DEA’s Diversion Control Division . Providing and coordinating for DEA and other enforcement organizations the collection, analysis and dissemination of world class drug-related intelligence through  …
December 20, 2024
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Operation Vape Trail Cracks Down on Illegal Substances in Vape Shops

September 22, 2025
… Trail Cracks Down on Illegal Substances in Vape Shops September 22, 2025 Headquarters Contact Info Contact Us (202) … Download Original Image WASHINGTON – Today, the Drug Enforcement Administration announced the results of a week-long operational enforcement action as part of a whole-of-government initiative …
September 22, 2025
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Join the Fight to Save Lives

February 25, 2025
… the Fight to Save Lives Join the Fight to Save Lives In November 2024, the DEA Museum’s traveling Faces of Fentanyl memorial exhibit was on display for artists to see in … Traveling Exhibit DEA’s traveling Faces of Fentanyl memorial exhibit is a replica of the DEA Museum’s Faces of …
February 25, 2025