PRESS RELEASE

Wisconsin heroin distributor sentenced to federal prison

December 19, 2018
… proud of the fact that DEA worked hand-in-hand with local law enforcement to bring this individual to justice.  We’re … other drugs off of the streets and out of our communities.” Law enforcement’s investigation into a spike in the heroin …
December 19, 2018
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Physician Assistant sentenced to 10 years in prison

December 20, 2018
… years in prison, and ordered to pay a $5,000 fine and for unlawfully distributing prescription drugs, announced United … July 24, 2018, a jury found Lague guilty of 39 counts of unlawful distribution of controlled substances, after a … how to do it in a way to avoid scrutiny by pharmacies or law enforcement.  Lague admitted at trial that he wrote …
December 20, 2018
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Over 17 tons of prescription drugs collected in the Pacific Northwest during the 16th National Take Back Day

November 06, 2018
… robust participation of Americans nationwide, DEA and its law enforcement partners have now surpassed its 10 million … PNW are combined, the DEA and its state, local, and tribal law-enforcement and community partners have removed 478,042 … years ago, doctors are prescribing fewer painkillers, and law enforcement agencies, pharmacies and others have …
November 06, 2018
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Montana Federal Marijuana Indictments Announced

June 23, 2011
… prosecution of this case.”  “DEA, in coordination with our law enforcement partners, will continue to dedicate … being conducted by the following federal, state and local law enforcement agencies: the Drug Enforcement (DEA), U.S. … - Miles City. For more information about federal marijuana laws please visit the DEA website . On …
June 23, 2011
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DEA Collects Eight Tons Of Medicine In Los Angeles Area During Third Drug Take-Back Event

November 04, 2011
… of an individual due to a drug caused death and you want law enforcement assistance in LA.? Please email:   … date are combined, the DEA and its state, local, and tribal law-enforcement and community partners have removed 40,971 … families and communities.” In the Los Angeles area, local law enforcement agencies and community groups from Ventura, …
November 04, 2011
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Southern District Of Georgia Announces Largest Hospital Drug Diversion Civil Penalty In U.S. History

May 16, 2018
… the suspected diversion within the time required by federal law. Robert J. Murphy, the Special Agent in Charge of the … is simply too great to accept anything less than what the law demands.” Effingham Health System cooperated with the … Act against doctors, pharmacies, and others that break the law. If you have information about any individual or entity …
May 16, 2018
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Violent Felon Sentenced To More Than 16 Years In Federal Prison For Trafficking Cocaine

April 12, 2018
… 790-3004 Wilmington - (910) 815-4513 Atlanta - Darrick Lawrence, a previously convicted felon, has been sentenced … to 16 years, six months in prison for trafficking cocaine. Lawrence also faces charges in Virginia for conspiracy to commit first-degree murder. A search of Lawrence’s Decatur, Georgia home resulted in the recovery of …
April 12, 2018
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Alabama Man Facing Life In Prison Following Federal Drug Trafficking And Firearms Convictions

February 16, 2018
… courier had been arrested in Texas and agreed to work with law enforcement and deliver the marijuana to Talley. When … which belonged to Richie Dale Murphy, DEA agents and local law enforcement found two pistols, more than three pounds of … selling narcotics. Following the search at Murphy's house, law enforcement officers searched Talley's home and found …
February 16, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Northeast Oxycodone Trafficking Ring Dismantled

May 09, 2018
… more than 100 Americans die from opioid overdoses; both law enforcement and our community members are focused on … plaguing our nation. We are committed, along with our law enforcement partners, to stopping the diversion of … Cases like this perfectly highlight the value of the NYPD’s law enforcement partnerships at every level of government.” …
May 09, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Lorain Man And Federal Prison Inmate Convicted For Conspiracy To Commit Murder For Hire And To Distribute Cocaine

May 08, 2018
… with Cordero serving as the broker in the deals. Federal law enforcement authorities intercepted a kilogram of … paved a twisted path from New York City to Lorain, Ohio.  Law enforcement collaboration helped prevent another murder …
May 08, 2018
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Duo From Massachusetts Arrested In New Jersey And Charged With Drug Distribution And Money Laundering

March 21, 2018
… operated by Candido Tomasini and occupied by Maribel Roman. Law enforcement officials conducted a consent search of the … will continue this cooperation and commitment with our law enforcement partners to make our streets safer and to …
March 21, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Former Seattle Police Officer Sentenced To Six Years In Prison For Role In Marijuana Smuggling Conspiracy

March 26, 2018
… in amounts just under $10,000, thereby avoiding reports to law enforcement.  Chapackdee used his status as a police … Holding (THC) that was ostensibly “legal” under Washington law and in the process of applying for a license from the … a convicted felon, Le is prohibited under Washington State law from being an owner/investor in any permitted marijuana …
March 26, 2018
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Twelve Indicted For Alleged Drug Trafficking In Odessa Area

October 28, 2011
… to possess with intent to distribute cocaine. To date, law enforcement operations conducted in the Odessa area … cooperation we have among federal, state and local law enforcement agencies in West Texas. We will continue to … are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The DEA El Paso Division encourages parents, and their …
October 28, 2011
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Drug Enforcement Administration Collects Record Number Of Unused Pills As Part Of Its 14th Prescription Drug Take Back Day

November 07, 2017
… bringing the DEA and its more than 4,200 local and tribal law enforcement partners a record-setting 912,305 … medicine cabinets.” This year, DEA worked with its tribal law enforcement partners to set up 115 collection sites on … American society. By partnering with FBI, BIA, and tribal law enforcement, the DEA was able to greatly expand tribal …
November 07, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

14 Charged In Detroit Federal Indictment On Cocaine And Marijuana Conspiracy

January 25, 2011
… in Charge Corso. “Thanks to the great cooperation from our law enforcement partners, not only have we halted this … in cooperation and teamwork between federal and local law enforcement agencies. McQuade praised the officers and … saying, "The dedication and tireless efforts of the entire law enforcement team have today resulted in the arrest of …
January 25, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Michigan Doctor Arrested On Rx Drug Charges And Health Care Fraud

March 23, 2011
… 2010 DETROIT, MI - A medical doctor has been charged with unlawfully distributing prescription drug controlled … pharmaceuticals is one of the top priorities of DEA and our law enforcement partners. This investigation and the arrest … gain, you will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law." Also executed today were a number of seizure warrants …
March 23, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Ohio Pharmacy Owner Charged With Distribution Of Controlled Substances And Money Laundering Violations

June 04, 2014
… counts, and two counts of making false statements to law enforcement.  Samah Salouha was charged with one count … in Elyria, Ohio.  Mr. Salouha also made false statements to law enforcement about his prescription drug distribution. … reports, and Mrs. Salouha made false statements to law enforcement about her efforts to structure the deposit …
June 04, 2014
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Ohio Racketeering Indictment Charges Three More Tied To Unsolved Homicides, Drug Trafficking And Gun Crimes

October 28, 2014
… a two-year long investigation by federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, DEA, ATF, … Michael Haddox, Ross County Prosecutor Matthew S. Schmidt, law enforcement leaders from those counties, and officials … the original charges. “Thanks to the dedication of law enforcement officials in this cooperative investigation, …
October 28, 2014
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Michigan Pharmacist And Kentwood Pharmacy CEO Guilty On Charges Related To The Illegal Restocking And Re-dispensing Of Recycled Controlled Substances

February 20, 2015
… In December 2014, Judge Jonker also sentenced pharmacist Lawrence Harden to six years’ imprisonment for his … Kentwood Pharmacy violated state pharmacy rules and federal law by recycling drugs that were returned from nursing homes … These federal regulations are buttressed by explicit state laws which strictly limit the reuse of drugs which have left …
February 20, 2015
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Four Members Of Ohio Gang Charged With Murder

April 02, 2015
… crime on April 22, 2007, in Columbus, Ohio.  Under federal law, the offenses charged in the indictment are punishable … Attorney Stewart commended the cooperative investigation by law enforcement and Assistant U.S. Attorneys David DeVillers … are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law. On …
April 02, 2015
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Detroit Police Lieutenant And Officer Charged With Drug, Robbery And Extortion Offenses

April 09, 2015
… Hansberry and Watson are charged with using their status as law enforcement officers to assist in their scheme, by … proceeds generated by the sales. “Officers who violate the law cannot be tolerated because effective law enforcement requires public trust,” McQuade said. “We …
April 09, 2015
PRESS RELEASE

Nineteen Ohio Residents Charged In Heroin Distribution Conspiracy

November 09, 2015
… of heroin trafficking is a top priority to DEA and our law enforcement partners,” said U.S. Drug Enforcement (DEA) … Capt. Jeff Orr, commander of the Trumbull Ashtabula Group Law Enforcement Task Force. This case is being prosecuted by …
November 09, 2015
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DEA Partners With U.S. Attorney’s Office To Raise Awareness For National Heroin And Opioid Awareness Week

September 19, 2016
… startling and needs to be met with an intense response by law enforcement.  We also seek to raise public awareness … viewing starting at 6:00 pm followed by a discussion with law enforcement and community health experts.    A similar … viewing starting at 6:00 pm followed by a discussion with law enforcement and community health experts.    Media and …
September 19, 2016
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Ohio Man Indicted For Conspiracy To Distribute 36 Kilos Of Cocaine

November 23, 2016
… cash, according to court documents.  Davis is forbidden by law from having a firearm because of numerous felony … and cooperation of all of the local, state and federal law enforcement agencies involved.” “This investigation is a great example of law enforcement working together to get drugs and guns off …
November 23, 2016
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360 Strategy Summit In Louisville Addresses Heroin And Opioid Epidemic

December 01, 2016
… from prevention, treatment, health care, education, and law enforcement collaborate to discuss strategies to combat … matter experts from prevention, treatment, recovery, and law enforcement, we are striving to find multiple pathways … health, prevention and education; first responders and law enforcement; and treatment and recovery disciplines.  …
December 01, 2016
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Six Indicted In Large Ohio Drug Conspiracy

March 01, 2017
… Kilograms of Cocaine and $511,000 Seized CLEVELAND, Ohio - Law enforcement officials announced today that six people … thanks to the significant cooperation among all of our law enforcement partners.” “The amount of cocaine, cash and …
March 01, 2017
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Drug Enforcement Administration Collects Record Number Of Potentially Dangerous Prescription Drugs As Part Of Its 14th Prescription Drug Take Back Day

November 07, 2017
… bringing the DEA and its more than 4,200 local and tribal law enforcement partners a record-setting 912,305 pounds-456 … it often starts.” This year, DEA worked with its tribal law enforcement partners to set up 115 collection sites on … American society. By partnering with FBI, BIA, and tribal law enforcement, the DEA was able to greatly expand tribal …
November 07, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

Drug Enforcement Administration Collects Record Number Of Potentially Dangerous Prescription Drugs As Part Of Its 14th Prescription Drug Take Back Day

November 07, 2017
… bringing the DEA and its more than 4,200 local and tribal law enforcement partners a record-setting 912,305 pounds-456 … it often starts.” This year, DEA worked with its tribal law enforcement partners to set up 115 collection sites on … American society. By partnering with FBI, BIA, and tribal law enforcement, the DEA was able to greatly expand tribal …
November 07, 2017
PRESS RELEASE

Drug Enforcement Administration Collects Record Number Of Potentially Dangerous Prescription Drugs As Part Of Its 14th Prescription Drug Take Back Day

November 07, 2017
… bringing the DEA and its more than 4,200 local and tribal law enforcement partners a record-setting 912,305 pounds-456 … it often starts.” This year, DEA worked with its tribal law enforcement partners to set up 115 collection sites on … American society. By partnering with FBI, BIA, and tribal law enforcement, the DEA was able to greatly expand tribal …
November 07, 2017
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24 Laredoans Indicted On Drug And Money Laundering Charges

June 20, 2013
… Armando Fernandez of the FBI’s San Antonio Division. During law enforcement actions this morning, agents arrested a … as to those charged but not in custody. “Today, DEA and our law enforcement counterparts issued a substantial blow to … Mafia, and other suspected criminal organizations, that law enforcement will not tolerate their alleged violent acts …
June 20, 2013