PRESS RELEASE

Attorney General Merrick B. Garland Announces New Effort to Reduce Violent Crime

May 27, 2021
… threats and supporting the ground-level efforts of local law enforcement. In this endeavor, we will engage our … our strong partnerships with state, local, and Tribal law enforcement, DEA will concentrate our efforts on the … reduction: Build trust and earn legitimacy.  Meaningful law enforcement engagement with, and accountability to, the …
May 27, 2021
GENERAL INFORMATION

DEA Office of Training

January 19, 2025
… of Training is to develop, deliver and advocate preeminent law enforcement and non-law enforcement training to DEA personnel as well as …
January 19, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Former Leader of "Clan Del Golfo" Drug Trafficking Organization Sentenced to 45 Years in Prison for Operating a Continuing Criminal Enterprise and Related Charges

August 09, 2023
… States and ordered the ruthless execution of Colombian law enforcement, military officials, and civilians,” stated … in order to hold them accountable in our courts of law,” stated United States Attorney Peace. Mr. Peace …
August 09, 2023
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DEA Recruitment

September 17, 2025
… Identifying and apprehending drug traffickers. Arresting law violators engaged in criminal drug related activities … provide scientific support to DEA Special Agents and other law enforcement personnel. Forensic Sciences careers at DEA …
September 17, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Former Bakersfield Police Department Detective Pleads Guilty To Bribery, Drug Trafficking, And Filing A False Tax Return

June 08, 2016
… bribes from the informant in return for intelligence on law enforcement activities as well as protection from … expects every law enforcement officer to obey all laws they are sworn to enforce. Damacio Diaz’s illegal …
June 08, 2016
GENERAL INFORMATION

FOIA Exemptions

March 28, 2025
… harms, such as an invasion of personal privacy, or harm to law enforcement investigations. The FOIA authorizes agencies … that is prohibited from disclosure by another federal law.   (b)(4): Trade secrets or commercial or financial … personal privacy.   (b)(7): Information compiled for law enforcement purposes that: 7(A) Could reasonably be …
March 28, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

DEA-Led Investigation Of Mexican DTO Results In Charges Against 28

April 28, 2017
… the result of a 16-month DEA-led investigation during which law enforcement authorities seized approximately 30 … concluded this morning with an early morning, multi-agency law enforcement operation which included the execution of … to help keep our communities safe from those who defy our laws.” “Through partnerships within our federal, state and …
April 28, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

Former Leader of the Violent “Clan Del Golfo” Drug Trafficking Organization Pleads Guilty to Engaging in a Continuing Criminal Enterprise and Other Related Charges

January 25, 2023
… Ruthless Acts of Violence Against Innocent Civilians and Law Enforcement BROOKLYN, N.Y. –   Dairo Antonio Úsuga … the United States and incalculable acts of violence against law enforcement, military personnel, and civilians in …
January 25, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

L.A. Sheriff’s Deputy, two other men arrested on federal charges for stealing 600 pounds of marijuana and $100,000 during bogus search

November 09, 2018
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … to the warehouse by purporting to be deputies executing a lawful search. All three men allegedly were dressed as …
November 09, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Conway Men Enter Guilty Pleas In Federal Drug Conspiracy

July 16, 2015
… the DEA Florence Resident Office, in concert with local law enforcement including the 15th Judicial Circuit Drug … the year 2000. During the takedown on April 9, 2015, law enforcement effected state and federal arrests and …
July 16, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Atlantic County joins the Liberty Mid-Atlantic HIDTA

October 23, 2018
… unprecedented opportunity to collaborate with our federal law enforcement partners to fight the opioid epidemic. This … provides assistance to Federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies operating in areas determined to be … of the Liberty Mid-Atlantic HIDTA will provide additional law enforcement resources to the Atlantic City area to aid …
October 23, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Former Fresno Police Department Detective And Fresno Marijuana Trafficker Sentenced To Federal Prison For Bribery Conspiracy

May 04, 2015
… to court documents, beginning in April 2012, federal law enforcement agents were investigating a group of … detective Kumagai violated the trust given to him as a law enforcement officer,” said U.S. Attorney Wagner. “He … and women in law enforcement who are committed to upholding laws that keep citizens safe,” said Assistant Special Agent …
May 04, 2015
GENERAL INFORMATION

Mission

January 22, 2025
… (DEA) is to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States and bring to the … agency responsible for enforcing the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States, the DEA's primary …
January 22, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Advisory Of DEA Enforcement In The Western District Of Washington And Statement Of DEA Special Agent In Charge Matthew G. Barnes

November 15, 2011
… Yesterday, Drug Enforcement Administration agents and local law enforcement executed search warrants in four on-going … drug distribution and other crimes in violation of federal law. Each of the investigations targets commercial … marijuana under the guise of state medical marijuana laws and exploiting such activities to satisfy their own …
November 15, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Former Gadsden County Deputy Sheriff Sentenced to Federal Prison in Connection with Narcotics Trafficking Investigation

July 27, 2022
… of Florida. “Criminal conduct by those sworn to uphold the law represents the greatest and most harmful betrayal of … U.S. Attorney Coody. “The corrupt acts of an individual law enforcement officer endanger, rather than protect, the …
July 27, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

Major Gang Arrests In Greater Little Rock Area Highlights Pioneering Collaborative State, Local, And Federal Violence Reduction Initiative

February 22, 2018
… members are among dozens of individuals arrested in a major law enforcement operation targeting violent criminals in … Rock, and is part of both new and continuing efforts by all law enforcement in the area to address the rise in violent …
February 22, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Camden Drug Trafficking Organization Charged With Selling Heroin, Methamphetamine And Assault Weapons

October 15, 2014
… Camden area were arrested today by federal, state and local law enforcement officers.   Arrested this morning were the … of C-4 - our collaborative partnership with state and local law enforcement -- as well as the more robust Camden County … Attorney Fishman said. “We are grateful that all of our law enforcement partners share our vision and commitment to …
October 15, 2014
GENERAL INFORMATION

Forensic Sciences Careers

December 16, 2025
… provide scientific support to DEA Special Agents and other law enforcement personnel. Forensic Sciences Careers … provide scientific support to DEA Special Agents and other law enforcement personnel. The mission of the Drug … to assist with the enforcement of controlled substance laws and regulations of the United States. To qualify for …
December 16, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Operation Fallen Hero – Operation Bombardier

February 24, 2011
… Vaughn 571-324-6193 Kareem.R.Vaughn@dea.gov Houston Area Law Enforcement Join Forces to Attack Mexican Cartels and … Bombardier, Houston area federal, state, and local law enforcement officials have joined forces in a series of …
February 24, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Thirteen Convicted In Montana Drug Trafficking Operation Run From A California Prison

August 06, 2015
… meth in Montana.  Operation Pale Mule consisted of numerous law enforcement agencies in Montana and California targeting … Susan P. Watters.  The investigation joined more than 70 law enforcement officers working across eastern Montana and …
August 06, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

International Cocaine Trafficking Network Impacting The Low Country And Midlands Charged In Charleston, SC

May 13, 2014
… in Atlanta; Mark Keel, the Chief of the South Carolina Law Enforcement (SLED); and L. C. Knight, the Sheriff of … Team, and SLED. In today’s enforcement operation, over 75 law enforcement officers executed arrest warrants and served …
May 13, 2014
GENERAL INFORMATION

Organized Crime Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF)

March 28, 2025
… strategy of coordinating multi-agency, prosecutor-led law enforcement operations, driven by intelligence and … and money laundering organizations.  DEA partners with law enforcement agencies to combine their expertise, resources, and authorities with those of other law enforcement entities to combat these threats against the …
March 28, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Los Angeles Roundup Targets 38th Street Gang

February 01, 2011
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … Info Community Outreach: Ruth Morales (571) 387-6555 Joint Law Enforcement Effort Leads to Nearly Five Dozen Taken into …
February 01, 2011
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Defendant Sentenced to 17 Years in Prison for Attempting to Murder U.S. Government Informant

March 23, 2022
… of a witness he believed to be cooperating with U.S. law enforcement, and watched as the witness and members of … disregard for human life and brazen contempt for the law, Taveras has earned the lengthy prison term imposed … to eliminate the chances of their cooperation with U.S. law enforcement. In a daring public attempt, Taveras tried …
March 23, 2022
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Former Mexican Federal Police Commander Sentenced to 10 Years’ Imprisonment for Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

February 09, 2022
… the sentence. “In betraying his oath and partners in law enforcement in exchange for cash bribes, Arzate became a … on the case. “Reyes Arzate’s crimes were an affront to law enforcement, especially those working to suppress …
February 09, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

Attorney General William P. Barr and U.S. Attorney John C. Anderson announce launch of Operation Relentless Pursuit

December 18, 2019
… Michelle.Rincon@dea.gov The operation will increase federal law enforcement resources into seven of America’s most … Detroit, Attorney General Barr pledged to intensify federal law enforcement resources into Albuquerque, Baltimore, … need to stay safe.” Albuquerque-based federal and local law enforcement leaders announced their participation in the …
December 18, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Operation “Chronic Problem" Results In Federal Charges Against Nevada Marijuana Dispensary Operators

January 06, 2011
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … distributing marijuana in violation of federal and state law through the operation of storefront medical marijuana … of individuals, who operate commercial enterprises that unlawfully market and sell marijuana in violation of both …
January 06, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

New York State Corrections Officer And 11 Additional Members And Associates Of A Queens-Based Sect Of The Bloods Gang Arrested On Narcotics Conspiracy Charges

July 08, 2015
… 165th Street, 107-53 Watson Place, and Lambus’s residence. Law enforcement agents seized 40 glassines of heroin labeled … in U.S. currency from Lambus’s residence. Additionally, law enforcement agents seized approximately 500 glassines of …
July 08, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Former DeKalb Police Officer Indicted For Abusing His Position And Lying To Federal Agents

June 01, 2011
… a stolen vehicle, failing to report a federal felony, unlawfully accessing government computer systems, and making … citizens are entitled to police officers who will obey the laws that they have sworn to enforce. Not only did this …
June 01, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Former Fresno Police Department Detective And Fresno Marijuana Trafficker Plead Guilty To Bribery Conspiracy

February 25, 2015
… other court documents, beginning in April of 2012, federal law enforcement was investigating a group of individuals, … attempted to take advantage of the trust placed in law enforcement officers for their personal gain,” said U.S. …
February 25, 2015