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Spice Distribution Kingpin John Bowen Sentenced To 60 Months In Federal Prison

August 24, 2015
… Controlled Substances, and Money Laundering, federal law enforcement announced today.  In addition to the prison … an eight month investigation by federal, state and local law enforcement, named Operation SYNERGY by the Drug … 2013.  In response to the crisis, federal, state and local law enforcement and prosecutors came together to identify …
August 24, 2015
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Operation Shaw-Crank Redemption Results In 11 Defendants Being Sentenced To A Combined Total Of Over 93 Years For Drug-Trafficking

May 29, 2014
… I thank the dedicated members of local, state, and federal law enforcement who have worked together to make certain … or her criminal conduct.”     Beginning in August of 2012, law enforcement began an investigation into drug-trafficking …
May 29, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

North Little Rock Drug Ring Dismantled

March 12, 2015
… our communities. Through remarkable partnerships with local law enforcement, we are making major progress in preventing … possible because of the investigative cooperation of many law enforcement agencies,” stated Thyer. “Their commitment … controlled purchases of methamphetamine and numerous other law enforcement actions, including seizures of …
March 12, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Dominican National Admits Role In $65 Million Stolen Identity Income Tax Refund Fraud Scheme

June 23, 2014
… until July 2, 2013, when he was arrested by Canadian law enforcement authorities as he tried to illegally enter … to whom the checks are payable. The Investigation - Federal law enforcement agencies created a multi-agency task force … IP addresses that submitted the electronically-filed 1040s, law enforcement officers learned that just a handful of IP …
June 23, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

53 Individuals Indicted For Drug Trafficking And Money Laundering

October 09, 2012
… telling an individual, known as N.M.G., what to respond to law enforcement officers with regards to the purchase of … intent to hinder, delay and prevent the communication to a law enforcement officer of information relating to the … to investigate and prosecute those who disregard our laws and try to smuggle illegal contraband into our …
October 09, 2012
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Federal Authorities Dismantle Drug Trafficking Organization Responsible For Transporting Cocaine And Money Between Puerto Rico-Florida-Connecticut

October 07, 2015
… The organization instructed the mules on how to handle law enforcement in the event that they were arrested for … leadership would provide the mules with a story to tell law enforcement to lead them in the wrong direction and away … to investigate and prosecute those who disregard our laws and try to smuggle illegal contraband into our …
October 07, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Connecticut Man Sentenced To 89 Months In Federal Prison For Heroin Dealing

August 03, 2016
… and the Drug Enforcement Administration, on May 6, 2016, law enforcement obtained a federal criminal complaint … to escape. Minervini repeatedly crashed his car into law enforcement vehicles and fled down a residential street, … by the U.S. Attorney’s Office and federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to combat heroin distribution in …
August 03, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Former Baggage Handler At LAX Arrested For Drug Trafficking Conspiracy After Allegedly Using Credentials To Pass Cocaine Through Security

February 23, 2017
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … recently acquired by Swissport. During the investigation, law enforcement seized a kilogram of cocaine in Preciado … trafficking.”             In another statement given to law enforcement officials in 2016, Ponce admitted to working …
February 23, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

Las Vegas Physician And Pharmacist Charged With Unlawful Sales Of Large Quantities Of Prescription Painkillers

September 29, 2011
… Las Vegas Physician And Pharmacist Charged With Unlawful Sales Of Large Quantities Of Prescription Painkillers … of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … totaling $263,000, each for the purpose of evading federal laws that require financial institutions to file reports. …
September 29, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

SoCal Toy Company Pleads Guilty In Money Laundering Conspiracy

September 28, 2012
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … Charge Jon S. Goldberg. “DEA will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to ensure those involved in this … amounts of less than $10,000 that are designed to avoid laws requiring that all cash transactions of $10,000 or more …
September 28, 2012
PRESS RELEASE

DEA Helps Foil Iranian Terror Plot

October 11, 2011
… - The Drug Enforcement Administration and other federal law enforcement officials announced that an elaborate scheme … Mexico by Mexican authorities and, according to Mexican law and international agreements; he was placed on a return … and he agreed to waive those rights and speak with law enforcement agents. During a series of …
October 11, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Former Heart Surgeon Convicted Of Unlawfully Prescribing And Dispensing Oxycodone

September 30, 2015
… Former Heart Surgeon Convicted Of Unlawfully Prescribing And Dispensing Oxycodone September 30, … and ultimately eliminating healthcare providers who unlawfully dispense pharmaceutical products for non-medical … Dr. Chapman will no longer be able to commit such unlawful acts due to the hard work and dedication put forth by …
September 30, 2015
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Mexican Cartel Leaders Edgar Valdez-Villarreal, A.k.a. “La Barbie,” And Carlos Montemayor Gonzalez, Extradited To The U.S.

September 30, 2015
… “Today’s extraditions are a great outcome for cooperative law enforcement.  DEA, the United States Attorney’s … are a result of ongoing, high-level discussions among law enforcement officials from the start of the tenures of … of Justice enjoys with officials at the highest levels of law enforcement in Mexico,” said Attorney General Lynch.  “I …
September 30, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Twelve Indicted For Cocaine Trafficking, Weapons Possession And Financial Crimes

March 03, 2011
… crimes. “To wear a badge is an honor to the majority of law enforcement officers, however when the badge is worn in … from the sale of cocaine throughout the Buffalo area. Law enforcement united in order to identify, investigate and …
March 03, 2011
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Feds Shut Down Massive New Cross Border Drug Tunnel South Of San Diego

October 31, 2013
… Wednesday night during an operation by federal and local law enforcement agencies.  The newly completed tunnel, … tunnel into San Diego County. This is a tremendous law enforcement success and represents a complete and utter … efforts by the Department of Homeland Security and our law enforcement partners working together to secure our …
October 31, 2013
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Members Of Queens-Based Drug Trafficking Crew Indicted For Heroin Trafficking Conspiracy, Kidnapping, And Firearms Offenses

August 04, 2016
… into Queens, New York. The crew member was released from law enforcement custody later that day. The following day, … and assaults. By working with our federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, five alleged members of a violent … with our local partners, including city, state, and federal law enforcement, to rid our communities of the ravages of …
August 04, 2016
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DEA Targets Tucson Synthetic Drug Traffickers

July 28, 2016
… DEA Special Agent in Charge in Arizona. “DEA and our law enforcement partners will remain steadfast in our … (IRS-CI) is proud to partner with the DEA and other law enforcement agencies in combatting drug trafficking.  As … business in our communities will not escape the reach of law enforcement.  We continue to investigate, disrupt and …
July 28, 2016
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FBI, DEA, NYPD And New York State Police Seize Over 200 Kilograms Of K2 From Narcotics Factory Operating In Queens Storefront

March 30, 2016
… synthetic cannabinoids were seized from the location. Law enforcement estimates this quantity of synthetic … seizure by the FBI and DEA represents another step in law enforcement’s response to this deadly serious problem.” …
March 30, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Pearl River Man Charged With Illegal Distribution Of Oxymorphone Causing The Overdose Death Of 21-Year Old Man

January 03, 2013
… combined. As alleged, the defendant was essentially an outlaw pharmacy, and worse, a lethal one. The illegal dealers … collaboration that exists among federal, county and local law enforcement agencies in the Hudson Valley. The … Safety is committed to continuing to work with all our law enforcement partners to combat narcotics trafficking in …
January 03, 2013
PRESS RELEASE

Loudoun County To Host DEA Exhibit

December 22, 2015
… to explore the history and the current science behind drug law enforcement, drug prevention, and drug treatment … of the environmental effects of drugs and what law enforcement, drug abuse education, and treatment are … and prevention by incorporating local, state, and federal law enforcement, as well as local schools and mental health …
December 22, 2015
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Bowie Drug Trafficker Convicted For $108 Million Drug Distribution And Money Laundering Conspiracies

February 10, 2016
… delivery of the boxes was arranged.  On August 17, 2012, law enforcement established surveillance at the meeting … at a Mitchellville address arrived at the location.  Law enforcement observed the truck driver and Ford-Bey …
February 10, 2016
PRESS RELEASE

Maryland Science Center To Host DEA Exhibit

January 29, 2014
… to explore the history and the current science behind drug law enforcement, drug prevention and drug treatment specific … them understand the environmental effects of drugs and what law enforcement, drug abuse education and treatment are … "Maryland Story" looks at the history of drug trends and law enforcement's responses in Maryland over recent decades …
January 29, 2014
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Investigations Into Heroin And Oxycodone Powder Trafficking Ends In Arrests

July 31, 2014
… that have led to the arrest of over thirty individuals.  Law enforcement officers have used a variety of tools during … workers selling the narcotic drugs throughout Otsego and Delaware Counties.  The oxycodone powder was linked back to …
July 31, 2014
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10 People Arrested In Two Separate Cases For Heroin And Cocaine Trafficking Affecting Multiple Western New York Communities

June 18, 2015
… Baumgarten, who is handling the case, stated that multiple law enforcement officers conducted an investigation into a … the case, stated that between 2013 and June 10, 2015, law enforcement officers have been investigating a drug … deaths have increased 174%, heroin traffickers have become law enforcement’s priority target which has led to these …
June 18, 2015
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DEA to accept electronic vaping devices and cartridges as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

October 18, 2019
… its Take Back Day events. DEA is continuing to register law enforcement partners and collection sites for the … Take Back Day. As of Oct. 15, more than 4,500 registered law enforcement partners will assist with more than 5,250 …
October 18, 2019
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July 10, 2019

Who We Are and What We Do: Diversion Control

3:00 AM - 4:00 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 members of DEA Diversion Control. Diversion Investigators enforce...
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DEA’s National Take Back Day Returns April 26 to Help Prevent Prescription Drug Misuse

April 22, 2025
… Administration, in coordination with more than 4,400 law enforcement partners across the country, will host the … not be possible without our incredible local and state law enforcement partners and the community groups who work … April 26, nearly 17,000 pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and law enforcement locations offer year-round drug disposal …
April 22, 2025
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Gang leader charged with possession of semi-automatic weapon

July 08, 2020
… Complex. He is charged by complaint with one count of unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition by a convicted … later today before U.S. Magistrate Judge Leda Dunn Wettre. Law enforcement officers were conducting surveillance in … the front door of an apartment. Law enforcement officers lawfully searched the apartment and recovered the firearm. …
July 08, 2020
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Union County man charged in drug trafficking conspiracy

April 03, 2020
… A. Hammer and was released on $200,000.00 secured bond. Law enforcement officers have been investigating a drug … that Toby is a member of that organization. During a lawful search of Toby’s residence, law enforcement officers …
April 03, 2020
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Three men admit roles in Passaic County cocaine trafficking conspiracy

January 28, 2020
… of cocaine in and around Passaic County. In November 2017, law enforcement officers observed Ramirez and Perez meet at … another two kilograms of cocaine and $89,000 in cash. Law enforcement officers also stopped Perez’s vehicle and …
January 28, 2020