PRESS RELEASE

Chief Lieutenant Of Drug Trafficking Crew In Central Massachusetts Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison

August 12, 2025
… trafficking organization (DTO) that distributed cocaine and fentanyl throughout the North Shore and Central … the intent to distribute 500 grams or more of cocaine and fentanyl and possession with intent to distribute 40 grams …
August 12, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Rolls Out Operation Engage

February 24, 2021
… and will focus its Operation Engage efforts on opioids and fentanyl. In the greater Los Angeles area there has been a high volume of opioids, especially fentanyl, which is coinciding with the increase of …
February 24, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

Buffalo man charged with selling drugs that led to a death faces life in prison

May 13, 2020
… a/k/a Unc, 44, of Buffalo, NY, with distribution of heroin, fentanyl, and acetyl fentanyl causing death; conspiracy to possess with intent to …
May 13, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Florida Man Faces Life Sentence For Substance Linked To Overdose Death

July 28, 2011
… to distribute 400 grams or more of a substance containing fentanyl. According to information presented to the court, … the conspiracy was to manufacture the substance containing fentanyl using a formula he developed. The substance was created by mixing the fentanyl, which Brown purchased from China, together with …
July 28, 2011
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Video Gallery

May 16, 2025
… Week Archived DEA Administrator Testifies on the Illicit Fentanyl Threat. February 15, 2023 Administrator Milgram … "Operation Overdrive" 020822 Administrator Anne Milgram - Fentanyl and Prevention PSA Administrator Anne Milgram - Fentanyl and Prevention PSA National Fentanyl Awareness Day …
May 16, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Lancaster Man Going to Prison for a Decade

June 03, 2021
… who was convicted of conspiring to distribute heroin and fentanyl, was sentenced to serve 120 months in prison by … surrounding suburbs. Levine was a user of the heroin and fentanyl he obtained from Moore, but during the course of …
June 03, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

North Country Drug Operation Results in Arrests of 31 Individuals

April 21, 2023
… The enforcement effort targeted the distribution of fentanyl and methamphetamine, which resulted in federal … law enforcement seized more than 14 lbs of suspected fentanyl, more than 2 lbs of suspected methamphetamine, 183 …
April 21, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

Rochester Drug Conspiracy Leader Going to Prison for More than 17 Years

September 22, 2023
… intent to distribute, and distribute, 400 grams of more of fentanyl, for his role as the leader of a large and … 30, 2020, Gonzalez-Rivera conspired with others to sell fentanyl. Gonzalez-Rivera’s role in the conspiracy included …
September 22, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

Prince William Drug Dealer Sentenced for Causing Multiple Overdoses

January 30, 2023
… 30 years in prison for distribution of fentanyl resulting in death and serious bodily injury, and … sentenced today to 30 years in prison for distribution of fentanyl resulting in death and serious bodily injury, and …
January 30, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Releases 2020 National Drug Threat Assessment

March 02, 2021
… we have lost too many lives due to opioid overdoses from fentanyl, prescription pain pills and other illicit street … Drugs trends in the United States continue to evolve. While fentanyl and fentanyl analogues from China have decreased substantially …
March 02, 2021
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DEA Releases 2020 National Drug Threat Assessment

March 02, 2021
… focused on the most significant drug threats, namely - fentanyl and heroin, which are driving drug overdose deaths … the United States continue to evolve.  While appearances of fentanyl and fentanyl-related substances from China have decreased …
March 02, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Investigations Result In The Prosecution Of Multiple Defendants

March 22, 2018
… by doctors and the illegal distribution of heroin and fentanyl on our streets.” The United States faces the … prescription painkillers, heroin, and synthetic drugs like fentanyl. For Americans under the age of 50, drug overdoses … 16, 2018, Corey Green was charged with distribution of fentanyl resulting in the death of a Fallbrook man. Two days …
March 22, 2018
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DEA releases 2018 National Drug Threat Assessment

November 02, 2018
… exacerbated by the increased adulteration of heroin with fentanyl and other synthetic opioids. Heroin available in … years. (pages 11-20) Of all opioids, the abuse of illicit fentanyl and other synthetic opioids has led to the greatest …
November 02, 2018
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St. Louis drug trafficking leader pleads guilty

July 09, 2020
… Seizures included cocaine, heroin, fentanyl and $2 million ST. LOUIS – The leader of a … cocaine, over one kilogram of heroin, and over 400 grams of fentanyl from March 11, 2018 to March 12, 2019.  Guy R. …
July 09, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

DEA ‘One Pill Can Kill’ Campaign Championed by NFL Alumni Health

February 04, 2025
… and the game plan simple:  understand the dangers of fentanyl and synthetic drugs and use your voice to help … Back.         “Our future generation is under attack.  Fentanyl is killing Americans across the country, including …
February 04, 2025
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Former Corrections Officer Sentenced To Probation For Attempting To Smuggle Narcotics Into Prison

June 26, 2024
… Defendant was involved in multistate cocaine and fentanyl conspiracy BOSTON – A former Corrections Officer … large-scale drug trafficking conspiracy involving cocaine, fentanyl and other controlled substances. Gregorit Sanchez, …
June 26, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

Narcotics Dealer Sentenced to Ten and a Half Years in Federal Prison for Federal Drug Trafficking Charges and Assault on a Federal Officer

November 22, 2021
… A 9-month-old Child and Three Adult Victims Overdosed on Fentanyl and Heroin Distributed by Trimmer and His … and possess with the intent to distribute heroin and fentanyl. Specifically, on May 28, 2018, in Bowie, Maryland, …
November 22, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Enters Esports Arena with 'One Pill Can Kill Game Over Tournament'

January 30, 2024
… In a groundbreaking move to address the nation's escalating fentanyl crisis, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) … aimed to educate a critical age group about the dangers of fentanyl and fake pills.  With an overwhelming 97% of …
January 30, 2024
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DEA Releases New Tip Line to Encourage Information on Drug Kingpin Operating Throughout Colorado

January 17, 2024
… to traffic and distribute large quantities of counterfeit fentanyl pills. This rise in fentanyl pill trafficking has fueled a dramatic increase in …
January 17, 2024
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Debt Collector and Drug Distributor for Cartel Connected, Violent, Drug Distribution Ring, Sentenced to 10 years in Prison

November 23, 2022
… in holster.jpg Handgun in leather holster Plastic bag of fentanyl pills.jpg Plastic bag of fentanyl pills Seattle – A 31-year-old Renton, Washington …
November 23, 2022
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Eugene Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Role in Overdose Death of University of Oregon Student

March 05, 2022
… today for supplying a University of Oregon student with fentanyl-laced counterfeit Oxycodone pills that caused the … A toxicology report later confirmed Mr. Dreiling died of a fentanyl overdose. A forensic analysis of Mr. Dreiling’s …
March 05, 2022
STORY

The Overdose Crisis in the DMV

February 17, 2021
Fentanyl Opioids
… So many people in our area get hooked on opioids such as fentanyl, oxycodone, morphine, and heroin. Even … a 14.5% jump from prior year. The deadliest of all--fentanyl--a synthetic opioid 50 to 100 times more potent …
February 17, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Brings Its “One Pill Can Kill Game Over” Tournament to New England for a First-of-Its-Kind Event

May 29, 2024
… platform to help educate young people about the dangers of fentanyl. Twenty-two teenagers between the ages of 14 and 18 … across the region to take an innovative new approach to fentanyl outreach and awareness.  With an overwhelming 97% …
May 29, 2024
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Woman Who Dealt Drugs From Her Lake Stevens Restaurant Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison

February 02, 2023
… drugs from her restaurant. Lk Stevens drug case2.jpg Fentanyl seized during investigation. Lk Stevens drug … in prison for distributing methamphetamine, heroin, and fentanyl, announced U.S. Attorney Nick Brown. Laura …
February 02, 2023
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Spokane Man Sentenced for Involvement in Shooting Death of Idaho Teen

December 21, 2022
… Plead Guilty to Charges for Conspiracy to Distribute Fentanyl and Discharge of a Firearm Pastillas Falsas a … distributing a variety of controlled substances, including fentanyl pills. Holmberg began bringing Fitterer-Usher to …
December 21, 2022
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DEA Task Force and Waterbury police investigation takes down heroin trafficking ring; 15 charged

October 29, 2019
… offenses related to the distribution of heroin and fentanyl in and around Waterbury.     As alleged in court … organization that received large quantities of heroin and fentanyl from suppliers in Connecticut and New York and …
October 29, 2019
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Savannah Resident Convicted at Trial of Machinegun and Drug Charges

April 24, 2025
… Minimum of Thirty Years and a Maximum of Life Imprisonment Fentanyl 2.jpg Bag of seized fentanyl pills. Heroin Carfentanil Fentanyl Lethal Dose …
April 24, 2025
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Teacher Resources

August 25, 2025
… Use the information and resources below to get smart about fentanyl and fake pills, then share what you have learned … with your students. Unmasking Counterfeit Pills Fight for Fentanyl Awareness Fentapills - You Need to Know Factsheets …
August 25, 2025
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WANTED: REWARD OF UP TO $5 MILLION

January 22, 2025
… Yip selling illicit synthetic opioids, like U-47700, and fentanyl precursor chemicals, like 4-ANPP, between 2015 and … 4-ANPP from Yip’s companies.  The parties agreed that the fentanyl precursor would be shipped to a location in the United States.  The customer intended for the fentanyl precursor to then be smuggled into Mexico, where it …
January 22, 2025
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DEA Encourages Conversations on Dangers of Drugs and Social Media as Students Return to School

August 19, 2025
… in Missouri removed nearly 10.7 million deadly doses of fentanyl, enough to kill every person in both Missouri and Kansas. DEA seizures of fentanyl powder in Missouri have surpassed the total seized …
August 19, 2025