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Kansas City felon charged with illegal firearm

July 31, 2020
… ammunition in the glove box of the Toyota. Under federal law, it is illegal for anyone who has been convicted of a … LeGend Operation LeGend is a federal partnership with local law enforcement to address the increase in homicides and …
July 31, 2020
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Southwest Honkys gang member pleads guilty to meth conspiracy

May 21, 2020
… a leadership role. Jones, under the surveillance of law enforcement, drove to the Kansas City, Missouri area on … member federal agencies in cooperation with state and local law enforcement.  The principal mission of the OCDETF …
May 21, 2020
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Arizona man pleads guilty to Taney County meth conspiracy

March 16, 2020
… and the Missouri State Highway Patrol. On Jan. 14, 2019, law enforcement received information that Mills had arrived … 2018, after two loads of methamphetamine were seized by law enforcement. Under federal statutes, Mills is subject to …
March 16, 2020
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Leader of Drug Trafficking Organization Responsible for Trafficking More Than 5,000 Kilograms of Cocaine Sentenced to Prison

August 08, 2023
… made millions of dollars in profits. In September 2021, law enforcement agents seized a shipment of approximately … Rico for distribution in the New York area.   In July 2022, law enforcement agents arrested Enriquez-Nunez in Puerto …
August 08, 2023
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Leader of Drug Trafficking Organization Pleads Guilty to Trafficking Thousands of Kilograms of Cocaine

February 13, 2023
… Rico to the mainland United States. On September 29, 2021, law enforcement officers seized 920 kilograms — more than … Puerto Rico.  At approximately the same time as the arrest, law enforcement also seized approximately 380 kilograms of …
February 13, 2023
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United States District Court Orders Forfeiture of Real Estate Purchased by Mexican Cartel Leader Rafael Caro Quintero with Proceeds of his Drug Trafficking Organization

April 15, 2021
… properties, we join with the Mexican government and our law enforcement partners at the DEA to commemorate Special … Mexico to the United States. As part of its investigation, law enforcement learned that Caro Quintero used proceeds …
April 15, 2021
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Two men indicted in cocaine pipeline operating between Puerto Rico and Buffalo

March 11, 2020
… which he was driving. The two vehicles were then stopped by law enforcement and the package with the sham cocaine was … recovered from the vehicle of Ortiz Cosme. Subsequently, law enforcement executed a search warrant on the residence. …
March 11, 2020
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12-year sentence for cocaine trafficker caught with 30 kilograms of cocaine in his car

August 15, 2019
… was intended for distribution in the Western New York area. Law enforcement stopped the vehicle and arrested the … whom the defendant supervised. On May 26, 2018, law enforcement officers stopped a vehicle, driven by …
August 15, 2019
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Long Island man convicted of trafficking narcotics in South Brooklyn

August 15, 2019
… Attorney Attorney Donoghue. “Together with our law enforcement partners, this Office will be unrelenting in … the investigation.   “This conviction sends a message that law enforcement is committed to putting traffickers in jail …
August 15, 2019
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Mexican drug cartel member receives 216-month prison sentence

May 10, 2019
… stretching from Sinaloa, Mexico, to Western New York. Law enforcement officers began investigating a sophisticated … should serve as a reminder that this office, with our law enforcement partners, will remain vigilant in doing all …
May 10, 2019
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Three defendants sentenced for role in drug conspiracy linked to a Mexican drug cartel

May 10, 2019
… stretching from Sinaloa, Mexico, to Western New York. Law enforcement officers began investigating a sophisticated … should serve as a reminder that this office, with our law enforcement partners, will remain vigilant in doing all …
May 10, 2019
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North Tonawanda man pleads guilty to drug charge after officers find 30 kilograms of cocaine in his car

April 18, 2019
… was intended for distribution in the Western New York area. Law enforcement stopped the vehicle and arrested the … whom the defendant supervised. On May 26, 2018, law enforcement officers stopped a vehicle driven by …
April 18, 2019
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Drug trafficker sentenced to 121 months for conspiring to distribute heroin, cocaine and marijuana across New York City

January 18, 2019
… ring,” said U.S. Attorney Donoghue. “This office and our law enforcement partners are responding to the opioid … communities.” “This sentencing is one of many successes in law enforcement’s battle against opioid abuse because it …
January 18, 2019
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DEA New York collects 15% more unused pills during 16th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

November 07, 2018
… robust participation of Americans nationwide, DEA and its law enforcement partners have now surpassed its 10 … years ago, doctors are prescribing fewer painkillers, and law enforcement agencies, pharmacies and others have …
November 07, 2018
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Indoor marijuana grow op dismantled and two men arrested

September 25, 2018
… Sept. 25, 2018. “DEA works closely with our state and local law enforcement partners to safeguard our towns from public … Balmaceda and Joseph Ali. Investigative leads steered law enforcement to search residents located in the towns of … and assistance during the operation was provided by the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office and the Otsego County Office …
September 25, 2018
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Convicted felon found guilty of conspiring to sell three kilograms of heroin and possession of a loaded firearm

September 13, 2018
… “Through the outstanding work of our prosecutors and law enforcement officers, a source for dangerous drugs was … Hunt. “This conviction sends a message to traffickers that law enforcement is committed to bringing opioid traffickers …
September 13, 2018
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Violent Felon Sentenced to Over 17 Years for Dealing Meth and MDMA While on Supervised Release

March 13, 2025
… According to court documents, on June 13, 2023, law enforcement officers conducted a search of Luckett’s … “DEA commends the outstanding work being conducted by our law enforcement partners and the United States Attorney’s …
March 13, 2025
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Mexican National Sentenced to Nine Years in Federal Prison for Trafficking Meth in Idaho

March 04, 2025
… a/k/a Jesus Zazueta-Beltran, 26, a Mexican national unlawfully in the United States and living in Victor, was … Whatcott announced today. According to court records, law enforcement officers identified Beltran-Zazusta as the … in Teton and Bonneville Counties.  In November 2023, law enforcement tracked Beltran-Zazusta as he returned to …
March 04, 2025
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Guatemalan National And Malden Man Arrested For Distributing Cocaine

February 23, 2025
… to sell cocaine on several occasions to an undercover law enforcement officer. On Feb. 12, 2025, Sandoval-Perez … until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. ### Drug Trafficking Cocaine On On Press Release Image …
February 23, 2025
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Dominican National Charged With Methamphetamine Trafficking

February 18, 2025
… sources’ residence and was subsequently stopped by law enforcement. During a search of his vehicle a white … until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. Drug Trafficking Methamphetamine On On Press Release …
February 18, 2025
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Spencer Man Sentenced To Eight Years In Prison For Possessing Kilograms Of Counterfeit Adderall Pills Intended For Distribution

February 08, 2025
… of significant quantities of counterfeit Adderall pills, law enforcement approached Nabulsi’s vehicle as he drove … his residence in Spencer on Dec. 27, 2023. Upon noticing law enforcement, Nabulsi exited his vehicle in a neighbor’s …
February 08, 2025
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Oakland Money Services Business Owner Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Conspiracy to Commit Money Laundering

January 17, 2025
… providing an ID or using the sender’s real name as federal law requires. Garcia structured the $9,200 in cash in four … that leverages the strengths of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies against criminal networks. …
January 17, 2025
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Communities Nationwide Turn In Nearly 630,000 Pounds of Unneeded Medications on DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

November 08, 2024
… 1-888-219-4261 SEATTLE  – On Oct. 26, DEA and over 4,400 law enforcement partners collected nearly 630,000 pounds of … pounds The collection was possible with the help of 114 law enforcement partners at 121 collections sites. According …
November 08, 2024
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DEA Hosts the 27th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday to Remove Unneeded Medications from Homes

October 25, 2024
… Administration, in collaboration with more than 4,000 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 …
October 25, 2024
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DEA Warns Healthcare Workers of Impersonation Scam Targeting Doctors and Pharmacists

October 24, 2024
… recovery steps, shares information with more than 3,000 law enforcement agencies and takes reports at  … Impersonating a federal agent is a violation of federal law, punishable by up to three years in prison; aggravated …
October 24, 2024
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Seventh Member of Houston County Drug Trafficking Organization Receives Federal Prison Sentence

October 09, 2024
… that leverages the strengths of federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies against criminal networks. The Drug … of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency, the Dothan Police Department, and …
October 09, 2024
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Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for 42 Months for Distributing 25 Pounds of Meth via a Rideshare

October 08, 2024
… Practitioner 571-362-9171 CONCORD. N.H. – A Lawrence, Massachusetts man was sentenced in federal court … them, and prosecute them to the fullest extent of the law.”  “DEA stands committed to keeping highly addictive … investigation demonstrates the strength of collaborative law enforcement efforts and our strong partnership with the …
October 08, 2024
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Charlotte Car Dealership Owner and Sales Manager Plead Guilty to Money Laundering Conspiracy

August 16, 2024
… drug trafficking source of supply in California. After law enforcement seized the money from J.M., J.M. – at G.D.’s … penalty of perjury falsely representing that J.M. was the lawful owner of the money and that he legally obtained the …
August 16, 2024
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Methamphetamine Trafficker is Sentenced to 15+ Years for Drug and Gun Charges

August 19, 2024
… issued and executed on the hotel room. During the search, law enforcement recovered multiple bags of methamphetamine, … and an additional firearm. During the investigation, law enforcement determined that Otuel was responsible for …
August 19, 2024
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Former peace officer imprisoned for trafficking drugs and cartel money across state lines

August 09, 2024
… financial gain. This was an important statement to corrupt law enforcement that you will be prosecuted if you go outside the bounds of the law and abuse your position of trust.” Kassem is a former …
August 09, 2024