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Baltimore Man Sentenced for Conspiracy to Distribute Heroin

… stored and distributed kilogram quantities of heroin and fentanyl at his Baltimore residence. As detailed in his plea … over 100 grams of heroin, more than one kilogram of fentanyl, large quantities of drug cutting agents, and drug … the investigation.   # # # Task Forces/Task Force Officers Arrests/Convictions - Major Seizures (Drugs/Property) Drug …
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Mexican National Sentenced to Over 12 Years for Drug Trafficking, Money Laundering & Illegal Entry

… North Carolina. On January 24, 2020, law enforcement arrested Velasquez on criminal illegal reentry charges. On … a kilogram of cocaine, and approximately half a kilogram of fentanyl and methamphetamine. As described in court …
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Connecticut Man Charged with Drug Trafficking in Burlington, Vermont

… known as “Stop Sign,” 44, of Quaker Hill, Connecticut was arrested on Friday, January 19, 2024 and subsequently … suspected cocaine base, approximately 25 grams of suspected fentanyl, and multiple digital scales. If convicted of the …
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Rhode Island man sentenced to 179 months for trafficking heroin into Southeastern Connecticut

… including two overdose deaths involving a heroin and fentanyl mix that occurred in January 2016. The … or more participants.   Pena has been detained since his arrest on Nov. 14, 2017. On that date, investigators …
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Sentencing of California-based drug lord

… of the charges brought in the investigation. During the arrests of the defendants and execution of associated … seized over 30 kilograms of heroin, cocaine and fentanyl, multiple pounds of marijuana, two kilogram … and an assault rifle with an extended magazine. "Heroin, fentanyl and cocaine—trafficked into our state from other …
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Montreal-based Drug Trafficking Ring Operating Throughout The United States, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala, Colombia And Peru Dismantled

… more than 337 kilograms of cocaine were seized, as well as fentanyl and marijuana.  The organization collected cash … the globe to profit off the sale of cocaine, marijuana and fentanyl.  Law enforcement’s investigation identified the … Montreal.   Law enforcement is committed to identifying, arresting and prosecuting those whose criminal actions …
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Justice, Treasury, and State Departments announce coordinated enforcement efforts against Cartel Jalisco Nueva Generacion

… for trafficking many tons of cocaine, methamphetamine and fentanyl-laced heroin into the United States, as well as for … as the CJNG’s second in command until the time of his arrest by Mexican authorities in June 2015. Oseguera … of the Treasury in April 2015. Gonzalez Valencia was arrested by Mexican authorities in February 2015 pursuant to …
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Attorney General William P. Barr Joins DEA Acting Administrator Timothy J. Shea to Announce Results of Operation Crystal Shield

… of more than 750 investigations, resulting in nearly 1,840 arrests and the seizure of more than 28,560 pounds of … Imperial Counties, DEA conducted 29 investigations, made 81 arrests, and seized 4,462 pounds of methamphetamine and … pounds .  During the same timeframe, the number of DEA arrests related to methamphetamine increased by nearly 20 …
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Colorado Man Sentenced for Conspiring to Distribute Tramadol

… reimbursement for shipping and packaging drugs. Gentile was arrested in March 2022. At the time of his arrest, … when counterfeit prescription drugs are being used to hide fentanyl from unsuspecting users, it is especially important …
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Woman Pleads Guilty for her Role in Narcotics Conspiracy Operation in the Jamestown, NY Area

… with others on his behalf. On March 24, 2020, Beardsley was arrested on New York State warrants following a traffic … officers recovered large quantities of methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine, crack cocaine, hydrocodone, and other …
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Waterbury man involved in New Haven drug ring sentenced to 5 years in prison

… more than 500 grams of heroin, more than 300 grams of fentanyl, more than one kilogram of cocaine, three firearms, … Basir and several other members of the conspiracy were arrested on April 25, 2018. Basir has been detained since …
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Lake County Man Sentenced to 25 Years for Running Large-Scale Drug Conspiracy

… other dealers in the Middle District of Florida. Walker was arrested in Leesburg on June 25, 2021, by deputies from the … more than 260 grams of methamphetamine, over 80 grams of fentanyl, as well as a small amount of marijuana and …
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Hartford Man Pleads Guilty To Distributing Heroin, Possessing Firearm

… targeting narcotics dealers who distribute heroin, fentanyl or opioids that cause death or serious injury to … and his associate, Charlie Tacuri.  Gamero and Tacuri were arrested on April 21.  On that date, a search of Gamero’s …
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Bethel Man Pleads Guilty To Heroin And Cocaine Distribution Charge Stemming From Two Overdose Deaths

… The investigation revealed that Mignani distributed heroin, fentanyl and cocaine that were consumed by the victim … and multiple cellphones from the residence.  Magnani was arrested on state charges on that date.  The investigation …
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Brothers Plead Guilty To Heroin Distribution Charges Stemming From Overdose Investigation

… targeting narcotics dealers who distribute heroin, fentanyl or opioids that cause death or serious injury to … heroin from Anoris Delgado on May 20.  Both defendants were arrested on June 21, 2016.  Erick Delgado has been detained …
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Bethel Man Sentenced To Five Years In Prison For Distributing Heroin And Cocaine That Contributed To Two Overdose Deaths

… The investigation revealed that Mignani distributed heroin, fentanyl and cocaine that were consumed by the victim … and multiple cellphones from the residence.  Mignani was arrested on state charges on that date. On December 28, … a federal criminal complaint was issued for Mignani, he was arrested and detained on federal charges stemming from his …
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Santa Barbara Doctor Sentenced To Over 27 Years In Federal Prison For Prescribing Exorbitant Quantities Of Dangerous Narcotics

… drugs, to include oxycodone, methadone, hydromorphone, fentanyl, hydrocodone, and alprazolam.  Additionally, five … who had been prescribed narcotics by Diaz. Diaz was arrested in this case in January 2012.  After his arrest, …
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High-Ranking CJNG Leader Charged with Federal Drug Trafficking Conspiracy, Firearm Offenses, and Money Laundering Conspiracy

… the CJNG as a foreign terrorist organization in February 2025. “Jardinero believed he would assume control of the …
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Placerville Felon Sentenced to 16 Years in Prison for Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy

… Prison for Methamphetamine Trafficking Conspiracy July 08, 2025 San Francisco Contact Info Contact Us (415) 436-7900 …
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Illegal Alien Sent to Federal Prison for Trafficking Over $1 Million in Cocaine

… Prison for Trafficking Over $1 Million in Cocaine June 03, 2025 Houston Contact Info Contact Us (713) 693-3000 …
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Rio Grande Valley Drug Dealer Admits to Methamphetamine charges

… Drug Dealer Admits to Methamphetamine charges June 02, 2025 Houston Contact Info Contact Us (713) 693-3000 …
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Cocaine Distributer Sentenced to over 10 years in Federal Prison

… Sentenced to over 10 years in Federal Prison May 28, 2025 Houston Contact Info Contact Us (713) 693-3000 …
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South Texan Man Admits to Cocaine Possession

… South Texan Man Admits to Cocaine Possession May 22, 2025 Houston Contact Info Contact Us (713) 693-3000 …
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Convicted Drug Trafficker is Sentenced to Prison

… Convicted Drug Trafficker is Sentenced to Prison May 01, 2025 Atlanta Contact Info Contact Us (404) 893-7000 …
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DEA Agent Involved in Shooting

… DEA Agent Involved in Shooting April 30, 2025 Atlanta Contact Info Contact Us (404) 893-7000 …
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New Jersey Woman Sentenced to 5 years in Prison for Residential Marijuana Grows in Sacramento and Placer Counties

… Marijuana Grows in Sacramento and Placer Counties April 17, 2025 San Francisco Contact Info Contact Us (415) 436-7900 …
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Rhode Island Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Kilos of Cocaine

… Federal Prison for Trafficking Kilos of Cocaine April 06, 2025 New England Contact Info Contact Us 617-557-2100 (617) …
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Dominican National Sentenced To 14 Years In Prison For Possessing 70 Kilos Of Cocaine

… In Prison For Possessing 70 Kilos Of Cocaine April 06, 2025 New England Contact Info Contact Us 617-557-2100 (617) …
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Former Colombian Navy Lieutenant Sentenced to 15 Years for Helping Sell Locations of Navy Drug Interdiction Vessels to International Drug Traffickers

… Vessels to International Drug Traffickers March 30, 2025 Miami Contact Info Contact Us (571) 362-3364 (571) …