PRESS RELEASE

Multi-agency Investigation Dismantles Las Cruces-based Drug Trafficking Organizations

May 02, 2018
… and South Carolina. During the course of the investigation, law enforcement authorities seized approximately 3.6 … Paso, Texas, by teams of federal, state, county and local law enforcement officers during a law enforcement operation. … conspired to violate the federal narcotics trafficking laws and violated the federal narcotics laws in Dona Ana …
May 02, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Sixty Defendants Charged in Nationwide Takedown of Sinaloa Cartel Methamphetamine Network

June 29, 2021
… the last month, hundreds of federal, state, and local law enforcement agents and officers have arrested dozens of … continues for 16 defendants. In addition to these arrests, law enforcement has seized more than 220 pounds of …
June 29, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

Leader of Wholesale Drug Distribution Network, Shipping Drugs Across Country & Laundering Millions, Sentenced

March 02, 2022
… For Human Consumption” in an attempt to avoid regulatory or law enforcement scrutiny. The products were, in reality, … and register businesses in her name to avoid detection by law enforcement or financial institutions.  In May 2019, law …
March 02, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

Multi-agency investigation dismantles major drug trafficking organization in southeastern New Mexico

February 08, 2019
… Task Force.   Teams of federal, state, county and local law enforcement officers conducted a major law enforcement operation on Thursday leading to the arrest … of the defendants.  During the course of the investigation, law enforcement authorities seized approximately 53 …
February 08, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Indictment targeting massive international cocaine conspiracy unsealed with arrival in U.S. of extradited Colombian kingpin

September 14, 2018
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … The extradition resulted from a coordinated, international law enforcement operation that has led to arrests of … dismemberment captured on a video that has been obtained by law enforcement authorities. “This organization is …
September 14, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Sweeping 2-day Operation Targets International Organized Crime In Sacramento Area Neighborhoods

April 04, 2018
… grow operations are illegal under federal and state law and are used to distribute marijuana all over the United … to the effective partnerships across the federal and local law enforcement community and our united commitment to … Field Office. “Our partnerships within the intelligence and law enforcement communities are essential to ensure …
April 04, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Member Of Eastern European Organized Crime Syndicate Sentenced To 46 Months’ Imprisonment For Racketeering

December 13, 2017
… and sentence demonstrate the resolve of this Office and our law enforcement partners to use all available tools to root … Russia and Israel. This conviction is a true testament to law enforcement’s tenacity and successful collaboration …
December 13, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

Manhattan U.S. Attorney Charges 50 Members And Associates Of Trinitarios Street Gang With Racketeering, Narcotics, And Firearms Offenses Defendants Include Seven Leaders Of Bronx-Based Gang

December 07, 2011
… Special Agent in Charge Wilbert Plummer stated, “Today, law enforcement has caught up with the drug trafficking … ‘Bronx Trinitarios Gang’ gang is yet another indication of law enforcement’s pledge to making our communities safer. … on violent gang members who have little regard for the law and degrade the quality of life in our communities. Our …
December 07, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Manhattan U.S. Attorney Announces Charges Against 16 Alleged Members Of Bronx Armed Robbery Crew That Impersonated Police Officers

January 11, 2013
… tactical gear, and a hydraulic ram similar to those used by law enforcement to break down doors. Manhattan U.S. Attorney … Bond style robbery crew, utilizing fake police equipment, law enforcement badges, replica vehicles complete with … the word “Police;” tactical vests similar to those used by law enforcement; a hydraulic ram similar to those used by …
January 11, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Former Olympian Wanted for Running Transnational Drug Enterprise and Ordering Several Murders Added to FBI’s List of Ten Most Wanted Fugitives

March 07, 2025
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … a press conference in Westwood.    ADIC Davis was joined by law enforcement partners with the United States Department …
March 07, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Mercer County man charged with possessing heroin with intent to distribute

December 02, 2020
… afternoon before U.S. Magistrate Judge Douglas E. Arpert. A law enforcement investigation revealed that Bell was engaged … area. Based on information received from a reliable source, law enforcement officials determined that Bell was in …
December 02, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Hayesville, N.C. man sentenced to more than 21 years in federal prison for trafficking in methamphetamine

March 25, 2020
… also show that, over the course of the investigation, law enforcement conducted controlled buys and seized … from the drug conspiracy.  According to court records, law enforcement seized from Burch more than three pounds of … Georgia to North Carolina.  In addition to the narcotics, law enforcement seized 39 firearms from Burch’s residence, …
March 25, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Illegally Armed Methamphetamine Trafficker is Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison

December 14, 2023
… Purvis’s drug trafficking activities was initiated, after law enforcement learned that the defendant was acquiring … others in and around Haywood County. On November 2, 2021, law enforcement conducting surveillance observed Purvis …
December 14, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

Former federal employee sentenced for cocaine distribution and threatening fellow agent

November 04, 2020
… conspiracy, abused and exploited his position of trust as a law enforcement officer in order to facilitate the offenses … longer with the federal government. "Every day, dedicated law enforcement officers across the nation risk their lives … Administration (DEA). “DEA will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to target all narcotics …
November 04, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Gustavo Falcon Pleads Guilty To Conspiracy To Possess With Intent To Distribute And To Distribute Cocaine

February 02, 2018
… cocaine trafficker. In 1986, the defendant’s brother-in-law told the defendant that he had a client in California … to supply with cocaine. The defendant gave his brother-in-law the names of two organization members working in the Los Angeles area and told his brother-in-law that one of them would be able to supply any cocaine he …
February 02, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Puerto Rico/U.S. Virgin Islands High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Program Receives National Recognition

February 20, 2014
… award. "Close collaboration with our federal and local law enforcement partners is critical to our efforts to … success is the close coordination and joint work with our law enforcement partners VIPD, ATF, FBI, HSI, IRS, CBP, and …
February 20, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

Multiple Arrests For Federal Drug Conspiracy And Firearms Charges Announced

June 29, 2011
… want and deserve. Like many other recent, successful law enforcement initiatives, this gang-targeted operation … professional and hard-working federal, state, and local law enforcement officers - here in Wisconsin and in Illinois …
June 29, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Atlanta Man Who Impersonated A DEA Agent Pleads Guilty To Charges Related To Prescription Fraud Scheme

June 27, 2014
… impersonating a federal officer, making false statements to law enforcement, and attempting to obtain fraudulent … to tirelessly pursuing those who knowingly break the law by victimizing healthcare professionals with … was built upon the collaborative efforts of a multitude of law enforcement agencies.” “Elledge victimized several …
June 27, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

Area Residents Turn In Tons Of Unused Medication During DEA’s Seventh National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

November 06, 2013
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … medications.  DEA joined with more than 100 state and local law enforcement partners to host 186 collection sites … Anthony D. Williams.  “We will continue to work with our law enforcement and community partners to ensure citizens …
November 06, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Updated Results From DEA’s Largest-Ever Global Synthetic Drug Takedown Yesterday

June 26, 2013
… WASHINGTON - Yesterday the Drug Enforcement (DEA) and its law enforcement partners announced enforcement operations in … organizations that have operated without regard for the law or public safety.  These series of enforcement actions … (ICE) Homeland Security (HSI), FBI, and IRS.  In addition, law enforcement in Australia, Barbados, Panama, and Canada …
June 26, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Four Detained, Six Firearms Seized In Alleged Drug Trafficking Conspiracy

June 03, 2013
… automatic weapon were seized by federal, state and local law enforcement agents and officers in connection with a … heroin, Ecstasy and a synthetic drug termed “Molly.” Law enforcement also seized additional amounts of drugs and …
June 03, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Nine Brockton Men Face Narcotics And Weapons Charges

January 31, 2014
… District Court:  Jason Lopes, 19, was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm; Jeffrey Fonseca, 29, charged … is unwavering.  Together with our federal, state and local law enforcement partners we will continue to target drug … safe place to live and work.  I want to commend all of our law enforcement partners for all of their hard work and …
January 31, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

Corrupt Colombian Government Employee And Criminal Defense Attorney Extradited In Obstruction Of Justice Case

May 23, 2013
… bribes to Colombian official to steal confidential U.S. law enforcement information, then sold information to … for stealing sensitive and confidential United States law enforcement information concerning prosecutions in the … General’s Office, Tellez-Buitrago had specialized access to law enforcement materials, including requests from the …
May 23, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Enforcement Notices Sent To Marijuana Storefronts In Western Washington Operating Within School Zones

August 23, 2012
… and are operating in clear violation of federal and state law. Operation of any marijuana distribution storefront is illegal and undermines law enforcement’s efforts to regulate the possession, … in school. There is a reason that both federal and state laws prohibit sales of marijuana in school zones. We need to …
August 23, 2012
GENERAL INFORMATION

DEA Washington Division participates in National Night Out

January 22, 2025
… and Virginia joined community organizers, neighbors, and law enforcement partners this week to participate in … From Norfolk to D.C. to Baltimore and beyond, DEA’s local law enforcement and community partners hosted events with …
January 22, 2025
STORY

DEA Acting Administrator Tim Shea visits Tallahassee, Florida

October 06, 2020
Methamphetamine
… visited Tallahassee, Florida Oct 6, to participate in a law enforcement round table with Florida’s Attorney General, … , the U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Florida, Lawrence Keefe and the Acting Special Agent in Charge of … Florida and DEA’s partnerships with state and local law enforcement.  Following the round table, Shea, Moody, …
October 06, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Eight Defendants, Including a Brooklyn Medical Doctor, And Three Pharmacists, Charged with Illegally Distributing More Than 1.2 Million Oxycodone Pills

October 13, 2022
… stated DEA Special Agent in Charge Tarentino.  “DEA and our law enforcement partners will continue to hold DEA … Agent-in-Charge Doherty. “HHS-OIG, together with our law enforcement partners, will continue to vigorously pursue …
October 13, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

International money laundering, drug trafficking and illegal wildlife trade operation dismantled

September 04, 2020
… nature of the proceeds has been shut down in a multi-agency law enforcement operation. Initiated by the U.S. Fish and … conspiracy to disguise the massive proceeds of the unlawful activities that spanned at least a 10-year period, … efforts by a collection of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies and the subsequent prosecution by …
September 04, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Los Angeles Street Gang Targeted In Federal Racketeering Indictment

January 19, 2011
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … la011911fig1.jpg LOS ANGELES, CA - A joint federal-state law enforcement operation this morning led to the arrest of … and deportation. Today’s operation involved nearly 500 law enforcement personnel and is the result of an 18-month …
January 19, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

13 Arrested In Scheme To Smuggle Narcotics From Puerto Rico To New York Via The U.S. Mail: Over 45 Pounds Of Cocaine And Heroin Seized

February 08, 2017
… of illegal drugs into New York City,” Hunt stated.  “Due to law enforcement’s collective resources and investigative … if convicted of top charges,” said Brennan. “I thank our law enforcement partners for their vigilance and tenacity in … organization.” “Today, more than ever, local and federal law enforcement must work together,” Clark said. This …
February 08, 2017