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Over 25 Pounds of Alleged Heroin and Three Guns Seized from Stash Apartment

… Two individuals were apprehended after initially evading arrest. The heroin recovered in this case carries a street … York City Police Commissioner Dermot F. Shea announced the arrests of HARRIS WILSON SANCHEZ and HINGUENBERT DELEON, who …
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Florida Pilot Involved in Cocaine Trafficking Scheme is Sentenced

… board an aircraft registered in the U.S.  De Las Casas was arrested on April 15, 2017, and pleaded guilty to the charge … of unlawful importation. Sanchez, a citizen of Mexico, was arrested in Asuncion, Paraguay, on March 25, 2021.  He was …
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Florida Pilot Involved in Cocaine Trafficking Scheme is Sentenced

… board an aircraft registered in the U.S.  De Las Casas was arrested on April 15, 2017, and pleaded guilty to the charge … of unlawful importation. Sanchez, a citizen of Mexico, was arrested in Asuncion, Paraguay, on March 25, 2021.  He was …
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Former U.S. Border Patrol Agent Pleads Guilty to Attempting to Distribute Meth and Receiving Bribes

… bag, and drove to meet with the undercover agent. He was arrested at that meeting. Upon arrest, investigators … Bureau of Investigation; IRS Criminal Investigation ### Arrests/Convictions - Major Methamphetamine On On Press …
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Sophisticated Sinaloa Cartel Money Laundering Organization Dismantled

… Department to conduct a traffic stop wherein Amaya Nava was arrested and the two victims were rescued.   To date the investigation has resulted in the arrests of Amaya Nava and Luis Ramirez, who were charged … charges; Melvin Rosado (aka) Cristian Cruz Polanco has been arrested on money laundering and aggravated identity theft …
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Pakistan Father Sentenced to Life and Son Sentenced to 30 Years in International Heroin Trafficking Scheme

… and other with narcotics offenses. A judge issued sealed arrest warrants. In August 2003, the CW and law enforcement … request of the U.S. government and pursuant to provisional arrest warrants, officers of the Thai Narcotics and Money Laundering Police arrested the Afridis and co-conspirators. While in custody, …
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Indiana, California drug-trafficking organizations dismantled

… and the Owen County Sherriff’s Department. "The individuals arrested during this complex investigation were responsible … must prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt. # # #   Arrests/Convictions - Major Methamphetamine On …
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Seattle News 2009

July 15, 2021
… News 2009 December 11, 2009 Rainier Beach Drug Counselor Arrested for Dealing Oxycodone December 10, 2009 Last Three … to 5 Years for Drug Trafficking October 22, 2009 Eighteen Arrested for Drug Trafficking Tied to "La Familia" Cartel October 21, 2009 Five Arrested for Dealing Oxycontin from Indian Smoke Shops …
July 15, 2021
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Gulf Cartel Plaza Boss Heads To Federal Prison

… control structure of the Gulf Cartel between 2002 and his arrest in 2011 as well as the creation of the Zetas drug … key leadership within the Cartel. Upon his Oct. 20, 2011, arrest in Port Isabel, cell phones and ledgers were seized … and rival gang’s activities. At the time of Cardenas’ arrest, it was discovered he had approximately 500 men …
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Laredo-Based Kingpin With Ties To Los Zetas Sentenced To Life In Federal Prison

… for his sister, Yesica Magana, 31. At the time of their arrests, all defendants were residing in Laredo with the … indictments in January 2010, law enforcement authorities arrested 29 defendants charged for their roles in the drug …
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63 Individuals Indicted For Drug Trafficking In The Municipality Of Ponce

… Caribbean Division, jointly announced the indictment and arrest of 63 defendants charged with conspiracy to possess … the agencies in charge of the investigation, executed the arrest warrants with assistance from ATF, FBI, the Puerto …
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Milwaukee Area Pharmaceutical Controlled Substance Distribution Rings Targeted

… - (608) 210-4300 Milwaukee - (414) 336-7300 Twenty-three arrested during week-long enforcement operations … age 41, of Milwaukee, Wis., (Pharmacy Technician) The arrests were part of a week-long enforcement initiative …
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Former Clayton County Police Officer Assigned To U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force Pleads Guilty To Drug Trafficking

… would contain six kilograms of cocaine, conduct a fake arrest of the car’s occupant, seize the cocaine for … meetings with Penn and Austin.  In the lead up to the fake arrest and seizure, Penn and Austin met face-to-face with … bricks behind at the parking lot. Penn and Austin were arrested shortly afterward in the vicinity of the Decatur …
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Former Clayton County Police Officer Assigned To U.S. Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force Sentenced To Ten Years In Prison For Drug Trafficking

… would contain six kilograms of cocaine, conduct a fake arrest of the car's occupant, seize the cocaine for … meetings with Penn and Austin.  In the lead up to the fake arrest and seizure, Penn and Austin met face-to-face with … bricks behind at the parking lot. Penn and Austin were arrested shortly afterward in the vicinity of the Decatur …
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Grand Jury Indicts 14 In L.A.-Based OxyContin Ring

… ANGELES, CA - Federal and state authorities this morning arrested 10 defendants - including two doctors - who are … Drug Enforcement Administration in Los Angeles. “Today’s arrests have taken a complex network of drug dealers out of …
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22 Alleged Gang Members Indicted For Multiple Violent Crimes

… unsealed today following a motion in federal court. Those arrested during the enforcement actions yesterday include … and Jose Ruben Palomo-Martinez, 48, of Mission. Those arrested in the Houston area are expected to make their … fugitives and warrants remain outstanding for their arrests. Anyone with information about their whereabouts is …
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57 People Linked To Drug Trafficking Organizations That Smuggled Narcotics From Mexico In PVC Pipes Charged In Federal Court

… LOS ANGELES - A federal drug task force today arrested 18 people linked to three drug trafficking … Angeles and southern Los Angeles County. The 18 defendants arrested this morning are among 57 people charged in two … amounts of dangerous narcotics into this country.  The arrests we announce today dismantle that conspiracy and …
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DEA Leads Major Narco-Terror Operation

… and Gustavo Perez-Garcia, both Colombian nationals, were arrested in Colombia today pursuant to Interpol Red … firstpart of the operation, Na Tchuto, Djeme, and Yala were arrested on April 2 by the DEA Foreign-deployed Advisory … DEA Administrator Michele Leonhart said: “These DEA arrests are significant victories against terrorism and …
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Bronx-to-Suffolk County Heroin Distribution Network Dismantled Ten Suspects Arraigned On Conspiracy To Distribute Heroin Deer Park Man And His Brother Charged As Major Traffickers

… an alleged Deer Park heroin trafficker, Winston Rose, the arrest of his Bronx heroin supplier, Robert Maldonado, and … in Charge James J. Hunt stated, "In the big picture, these arrests give the public a good idea how heroin trafficking … Narcotics Prosecutor Brennan said Maldonado, age 28, was arrested on June 2 in the vicinity of 25 Elliot Place in the …
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Eleven Defendants Charged In Manhattan Federal Court With Selling Crack Cocaine And Heroin In The Bronx

… custody on another charge.  The seven defendants who were arrested today will be presented and arraigned before U.S. … drugs. This operation was focused not only on making these arrests and dismantling a drug trafficking ring, but it was … type, and residence information of the defendants who were arrested today is below.  Mr. Bharara praised the …
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Over 26 Pounds of Cocaine and $3 Million Cash Recovered in Bronx Apartment

… 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 …
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U.S. Attorney Scott announces results from joint initiative to reduce ongoing violence in Vallejo

… 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 …
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Five Indicted In International Narcotics And Kidnapping Conspiracy: Mexican Source Of Supply

… 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 …
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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

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

… 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 …
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June 04, 2019
June 04, 2019

Who We Are and What We Do: Special Agents

7:00 AM - 8:00 AM (EDT)
Arlington, VA
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

… 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 …
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Federal Jury Finds Cherokee, N.C. Man Guilty of Firearms Offense

… 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 …
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Two Indicted For Narcotics Offenses Involving 20 Kilograms Of Cocaine

… or more of cocaine. Hernandez and Lira-Mendez were arrested on March 29, 2023, on related state charges. The … to court documents, Hernandez and Lira-Mendez were arrested after a traffic stop in Littleton resulted in the …