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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

November 01, 2021
… where they are converted to dangerous substances like fentanyl and methamphetamine and then pressed into pills. …
November 01, 2021
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Montgomery Nurse Practitioner receives 10-year sentence

May 30, 2019
… for a variety of controlled substances, including fentanyl, hydrocodone (commonly known as “Norco” or …
May 30, 2019
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Two North Texas doctors, one nurse sentenced to prison for federal drug trafficking violation

May 09, 2019
… prescriptions for hydrocodone, oxymorphone, methadone, fentanyl, morphine, oxycodone, alprazolam and zolpidem, from …
May 09, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Historic Methamphetamine Bust for DEA Los Angeles Division

October 05, 2022
… those deaths can be attributed to synthetic drugs such as fentanyl and methamphetamine.                               …
October 05, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

Meth Distributors Sentenced to Prison and Forfeiture of Earnings

April 19, 2023
… sales across the United States, including methamphetamine, fentanyl, and marijuana. In February 2021, law enforcement …
April 19, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

12 members and associates of the CBL/BFL gang indicted

August 29, 2018
… street level quantities of narcotics, including heroin, fentanyl, cocaine, crack cocaine, marijuana, and other …
August 29, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Drug Enforcement Administration to Attend National Night Out Events

August 05, 2024
… Steven T. Bell said. “Our agents avert threats such as fentanyl, methamphetamine and cocaine on a routine basis. …
August 05, 2024
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Abington Man Pleads Guilty To Oxycodone Conspiracy

April 25, 2024
… manufactured ammunition were seized. Additionally, fentanyl pills, oxycodone pills and approximately $58,000 …
April 25, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Launches First Year of Operation Engage in Richmond, VA

May 06, 2022
… Prevention Drug Trafficking Opioids Synthetic Opioids Fentanyl Methamphetamine On On Press Release Image Layout …
May 06, 2022
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Baltimore Heroin Dealer Pleads Guilty to Federal Drug Conspiracy Charge

December 21, 2021
… drugs Task Forces/Task Force Officers Heroin Cocaine Fentanyl On On …
December 21, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Washington Launches New Conference Series to Work with Healthcare Professionals & Help End the Overdose Crisis

April 22, 2021
… Synthetic Opioids Oxycodone Methadone Benzodiazepines Fentanyl On On …
April 22, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

November 02, 2021
… where they are converted to dangerous substances like fentanyl and methamphetamine and then pressed into pills. …
November 02, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Holds National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to Turn the Tide Against the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

October 20, 2021
… where they are converted to dangerous substances like fentanyl and methamphetamine and then pressed into pills. …
October 20, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Holds National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to Turn the Tide Against the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

October 19, 2021
… where they are converted to dangerous substances like fentanyl and methamphetamine and then pressed into pills. …
October 19, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

Law Enforcement Partnership in Nebraska Takes Stance Against Methamphetamine

January 26, 2022
… from 2018-2019, the most recent data available. “While fentanyl and opioids dominate the headlines, it’s important …
January 26, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Brings in nearly 745,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications, Continues Fight against Opioid Epidemic

November 01, 2021
… where they are converted to dangerous substances like fentanyl and methamphetamine and then pressed into pills. …
November 01, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Holds National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to Turn the Tide Against the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

October 20, 2021
… where they are converted to dangerous substances like fentanyl and methamphetamine and then pressed into pills. …
October 20, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Holds National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to Turn the Tide Against the U.S. Opioid Epidemic

October 19, 2021
… where they are converted to dangerous substances like fentanyl and methamphetamine and then pressed into pills. …
October 19, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

Two South Denver pharmacists plead guilty to felony charges of illegally distributing opioids

October 18, 2018
… opioids, amphetamines, and benzodiazepines as well as fentanyl patches and vials of injectable meperidine—as …
October 18, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Omaha Division announces new office and partnership in Duluth, Minnesota

September 04, 2019
… border, and ultimately to drug cartels in Mexico and fentanyl suppliers in China.”   For more information on the …
September 04, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

DEA testifies at Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hearing

March 20, 2019
… seen in North Dakota, including methamphetamine and fentanyl-laced heroin, both originating outside of the state …
March 20, 2019
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Over 26 Pounds of Cocaine and $3 Million Cash Recovered in Bronx Apartment

March 22, 2024
… outfitted with hidden trap compartments. One individual was arrested. Bridget G. Brennan, New York City’s Special … of keeping New Yorkers in every community safe.” Rondon was arrested on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at approximately 4:40 …
March 22, 2024
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U.S. Attorney Scott announces results from joint initiative to reduce ongoing violence in Vallejo

December 17, 2020
… were violent offenders with outstanding state and federal arrest warrants, including fugitives wanted for lewd and … controlled drug purchases, which led to multiple search and arrests operations. These efforts led to the federal … methamphetamine and heroin to Williams. On Dec. 3, agents arrested Williams and Courtney and found them to be in …
December 17, 2020
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Five Indicted In International Narcotics And Kidnapping Conspiracy: Mexican Source Of Supply

April 23, 2015
… and investigators with the New York State Police, made arrests in the case over the course of the past three … behalf while Peralta was in jail. Members of NYDETF arrested Pagan on February 25, 2015 before the kidnapping in …
April 23, 2015
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120 Members And Associates Of Two Rival Street Gangs In The Bronx Charged In Federal Court With Racketeering, Narcotics, And Firearms Offenses

April 27, 2016
… HSI Special Agent-in-Charge Angel M. Melendez said:  “Those arrested today allegedly used violence and fear to … botched robbery on March 13, 2016. In connection with these arrests, federal and local law enforcement officers also … activities.  In a coordinated operation, 78 defendants were arrested in New York yesterday and early this morning.  They …
April 27, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Spice In The City: New York DEA Leads Huge Attack Against Synthetic Drug Traffickers

September 16, 2015
… ring involving SSC.             Six of the defendants were arrested last night in connection with today’s charges.  … disguised as plant material here in New York City. Today’s arrests represent law enforcement’s efforts to combat this emerging public threat.  By investigating and arresting manufacturers and distributors of ‘spice’ in the …
September 16, 2015
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Who We Are and What We Do: Special Agents

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Take a peek into the inner workings of the Drug Enforcement Administration in our 2019 lecture series “Who We Are and What We Do.” Join Elizabeth L. Maurer, Curator of Education for the DEA Museum at a panel discussion with three DEA Special Agents. Special Agents are on the front...
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Washington News 2007

July 15, 2021
… July 24, 2007 Mexican Fugitive and Co-Conspirator Arrested on U.S. Drug, Money Laundering Charges July 11, … and Indictment April 12, 2007 Seven College Students In VA Arrested On Drug Distribution Charges February 26, 2007 …
July 15, 2021
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DEA warns of alarming increase of scam calls

April 12, 2019
… as DEA or other law enforcement personnel threatening arrest and prosecution for supposed violations of federal … their victims to pay the "fine" via wire transfer to avoid arrest, prosecution and imprisonment. The reported scam … than the person for whom they are calling. Callers threaten arrest, prosecution and imprisonment, and in the case of …
April 12, 2019
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Federal Jury Finds Cherokee, N.C. Man Guilty of Firearms Offense

January 12, 2023
… officers attempting to serve Williams with a federal arrest warrant located the defendant at an apartment complex … According to trial evidence, prior to effectuating the arrest warrant, law enforcement observed Williams placing an … 9mm firearm – in the trunk of his vehicle. Williams was arrested shortly thereafter. Williams has prior felony …
January 12, 2023