PRESS RELEASE

Pair of Indictments Charge Conspiracies to Use Drones to Deliver Illegal Drugs, Contraband Cell Phones to Georgia Prisons

August 21, 2024
… “We’re grateful to the many federal, state and local law enforcement agencies whose cooperative work unraveled … Intelligence divisions, with assistance from multiple local law enforcement agencies, Operation Night Drop identified … conspiracy charges, multiple defendants are charged with Unlawful Use of a Communication Facility, and the indictment …
August 21, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

Three Aryan Brotherhood Prison Gang Members Convicted of Murder in Aid of Racketeering, RICO Conspiracy, and Conspiracy to Commit Murder in Aid of Racketeering

April 30, 2024
… sentences didn’t alter the defendants’ disrespect for the law and public safety. They continued to commit brutal … spanned counties and states. We will continue to use every law enforcement tool to protect the communities plagued by … today reflects the successful coordination among the law enforcement agencies involved in this effort to combat …
April 30, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

“Operation Wu Block” defendant pleads guilty

July 09, 2020
… death. Operation Wu Block united federal, state and local law enforcement authorities in an effort to dismantle and … This case exemplifies how success can be achieved when law enforcement confront, engage and remove violent drug … innocent until and unless proven guilty in a court of law beyond a reasonable doubt. The defendants, along with …
July 09, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

11 Members of drug ring arrested on drug charges: three indicted on robbery charges

June 20, 2018
… Hunt said. “By consolidating intelligence and resources, law enforcement arrested 11 members of the organization and … in the Fourth Degree. “It is very important that law enforcement works together to hold everyone accountable … Sini said. “The message here is no one is above the law.” Pursuant to the investigation into the alleged drug …
June 20, 2018
PRESS RELEASE

Ten Defendants Charged In Drug Conspiracy Indictment For Allegedly Distributing Thousands Of Addictive Opiate Pain Pills In North Jersey

November 07, 2014
… in the form of prison sentences.” “It is essential that law enforcement continue to work together to eliminate … from the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office and all members of law enforcement who participated in ‘Operation White Silk.’ …
November 07, 2014
PRESS RELEASE

Twenty Charged In Chicago With Various Drug Trafficking Offenses, Including Five Allegedly Tied To The Mexican “Zetas” Cartel

November 16, 2011
… in drug proceeds between Chicago and Mexico, federal law enforcement officials announced today. A joint … the dedication and teamwork of the local, state and federal law enforcement agencies in Chicago that worked tirelessly … charges announced today should serve as a wake-up call to law enforcement throughout the state.” The prosecutions were …
November 16, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

“Operation G-60” Dismantles Mexican Drug Trafficking Organization Operating In Metro Atlanta

June 09, 2011
… what can be achieved when DEA works hand-in-hand with its law enforcement counterparts. These traffickers were clearly … destroyed lives. DEA and our federal, state and local law enforcement counterparts are committed to making our … WILSON TEJADA, 30, New York, NY, FATIMA VASQUEZ, 24, Lawrenceville, JOSE VALENCIA, 34, Stockbridge, MARTIN …
June 09, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

Ocean Bank Enters Into Deferred Prosecution Agreement And Forfeits More Than $10 Million

August 22, 2011
… by seeking compliance with anti-money laundering laws and guidelines, including the reporting of suspicious … accounts, Ocean Bank failed to properly monitor and notify law enforcement that deposits into these accounts consisted …
August 22, 2011
PRESS RELEASE

24 In Arkansas Charged In Nationwide Health Care Fraud Enforcement Action

July 13, 2017
… gun homicides. This unprecedented collaboration between all law enforcement agencies represented in this region … burglaries. During the investigation, the DEA canvased law enforcement agencies from nearby states for similar … to prevent and deter fraud and enforce current anti-fraud laws around the country. The Medicare Fraud Strike Force …
July 13, 2017
GENERAL INFORMATION

2019 DEA Memorial Service

January 22, 2025
… on duty. They have made the ultimate sacrifice for drug law enforcement and for our country. Learn more about the  …
January 22, 2025
EVENT
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Community Event
July 27, 2021
July 27, 2021

Operation Engage Local Stakeholder Meeting

5:00 AM - 7:30 AM (EDT)
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Join the DEA Washington Division as we host a new series of local stakeholder meetings, under Operation Engage (#OpEngageDMV), to facilitate better partnerships in the Washington D.C. and Prince Georges County, Maryland areas. These local stakeholder meetings are open to local public health, law enforcement, public safety, prevention, and other...
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Community Event
September 28, 2021
September 28, 2021

Operation Engage Local Stakeholder Meeting

5:00 AM - 7:30 AM (EDT)
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Join the DEA Washington Division as we host a new series of local stakeholder meetings, under Operation Engage (#OpEngageDMV), to facilitate better partnerships in the Washington D.C. and Prince Georges County, Maryland areas. These local stakeholder meetings are open to local public health, law enforcement, public safety, prevention, and other...
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Community Event
March 23, 2021
March 23, 2021

Operation Engage Local Stakeholder Meeting

5:00 AM - 7:30 AM (EDT)
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Join the DEA Washington Division as we host a new series of local stakeholder meetings, under Operation Engage (#OpEngageDMV), to facilitate better partnerships in the Washington D.C. and Prince Georges County, Maryland areas. These local stakeholder meetings are open to local public health, law enforcement, public safety, prevention, and other...
DOCUMENT

DEA Fall 2017 Marijuana Update for South Carolina

April 01, 2017
Publication
… submitted illegal substance by incident by South Carolina law enforcement officials 2015. With preliminary reporting …
April 01, 2017
STORY

DEA’s Acting Administrator Timothy Shea visiting the border between the U.S. and Mexico

September 16, 2020
… for New Mexico, conducted a round-table meeting with law enforcement representatives working in the El Paso area …
September 16, 2020
GENERAL INFORMATION

Diversion Investigator

December 16, 2025
… solutions Skill in interpreting regulations, rules and laws Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in … a variety of backgrounds such as: Pharmacology, Chemistry Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice Nursing and/or Medical …
December 16, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Three Dominican Men Arrested for Trafficking Cocaine and Crack Cocaine in Nashua

April 06, 2025
… controlled substances, namely cocaine and crack cocaine, to law enforcement on more than 10 occasions.  The Drug … until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. Drug Trafficking OCDETF/Task Force Cocaine On On Press …
April 06, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Cheryl Ortiz appointed Special Agent in Charge of New Jersey Division

May 25, 2023
… skills from her military service and time in local law enforcement. SAC Ortiz will oversee all of DEA’s … Division and look forward to working with the New Jersey law enforcement community, state and local officials, and …
May 25, 2023
PRESS RELEASE

Union County Man Charged with Illegal Possession of Ammunition

May 05, 2021
… that was parked on Westfield Avenue in Elizabeth, N.J. Law enforcement recovered eight .45 caliber shell casings … to reduce gun violence and enforce federal firearms laws. Initiated by the Attorney General in the fall of 2019, …
May 05, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

DEA and partners announce results of 20th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

April 30, 2021
… makes the home and community safer.” DEA, along with its law enforcement partners, has now collected 14,524,391 … DEA also encourages the public to reach out to their local law enforcement to find out if they have any permanent drug …
April 30, 2021
PRESS RELEASE

Leader of Trenton Drug Trafficking Organization Indicted

June 18, 2020
… sources of information, and other investigative techniques, law enforcement learned that Gbanapolor obtained regular … sub-dealers, and end-users in and around Trenton. Law enforcement officers intercepted numerous discussions …
June 18, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

Irvington fire academy trainee arrested for manufacturing illegal pills

January 31, 2020
… manufactured MDMA pills in the basement of Lee’s residence. Law enforcement officers recovered two “presses” capable of … MDMA powder, and numerous pills of suspected MDMA. Law enforcement officers also recovered a loaded firearm at …
January 31, 2020
PRESS RELEASE

DEA destroys more than 16,000 pounds of surrendered prescriptions

May 05, 2019
… cabinets, and I would also like to recognize all the law enforcement partners who participated, as well as the … DEA Administrator Uttam Dhillon. “Just as DEA and our law enforcement partners are committed to ending the opioid …
May 05, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Meth on the rise in New Jersey

February 01, 2019
… in New Jersey. The results of the program show that state law enforcement trends show an evolving methamphetamine … taking this methamphetamine threat seriously. DEA and our law enforcement partners, particularly in southern New …
February 01, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Guatemalan National Indicted on International Cocaine Trafficking and Maritime Smuggling Charges

March 18, 2022
… Saenz with Conspiracy to Distribute Cocaine Intended for Unlawful Importation and Conspiracy to Distribute Cocaine on … Rica, El Salvador, Mexico and elsewhere.  “DEA and our law enforcement partners are determined to bring members of … government of Guatemala and all of our foreign and domestic law enforcement partners. This partnership has resulted in …
March 18, 2022
PRESS RELEASE

Associate of Rafael Caro-Quintero arrested on supervised release violations

May 03, 2019
… in Calexico on May 1, 2019, where he was arrested by U.S. law enforcement. Godinez-Cervantes was arraigned on the … visiting the FBI’s website at www.fbi.gov The DEA and our law enforcement partners are committed to pursuing …
May 03, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Westside Crips gang member pleads guilty to racketeering conspiracy involving drug trafficking

February 05, 2019
… like the Westside Crips--a RICO conspiracy--united law enforcement agencies banish and destroy whole … expertise and unique abilities of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies. The principal mission of the …
February 05, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

Former MLB All-Star Pitcher Esteban Loaiza sentenced to three years for cocaine trafficking

March 08, 2019
… Agent in Charge Karen Flowers.  “He chose to break the law for profit.  He chose to make a buck off someone’s … cocaine and lacked furniture or personal belongings.  Law enforcement located the cocaine concealed within a …
March 08, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

National Crime Victims’ Rights Week 2019

April 08, 2019
… 2019, is National Crime Victims’ Rights Week – a time for law enforcement, prosecutorial agencies, victim advocates … victims and to hear inspirational words from local law enforcement agencies, victim advocates and personal …
April 08, 2019
PRESS RELEASE

River Parish defendants convicted of narcotics conspiracy and firearms violations after five-day trial

August 10, 2018
… which was conducted in coordination with state and local law enforcement, resulted in the seizure of nearly one … was a result of a coordinated effort of federal and state law enforcement authorities within DEA’s Gulf Coast High …
August 10, 2018