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DEA El Paso Division Announces the Seizure of Over 9 Million Deadly Doses of Fentanyl in 2022

January 04, 2023
… deadliest drug threat facing this country. It is a highly addictive man-made opioid that is 50 times more potent than heroin. Just two …
January 04, 2023
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DEA Reports Nearly 4.7 million Lethal Doses of Fentanyl Seized in Five State Omaha Division

December 30, 2022
… this incredibly potent substance.” Fentanyl is a highly addictive man-made opioid that is 50 times stronger than heroin. Just two …
December 30, 2022
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Drug Enforcement Administration Announces the Seizure of Over 379 Million Deadly Doses of Fentanyl in 2022

December 21, 2022
… deadliest drug threat facing this country. It is a highly addictive man-made opioid that is 50 times more potent than heroin. Just two …
December 21, 2022
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Front Range Task Force Prevents Millions of Potentially Deadly Doses of Fentanyl from Reaching the Streets of Longmont

December 05, 2022
… deadliest drug threat facing this country.  It is a highly addictive synthetic opioid that is 50 times more potent than heroin. Just 2.2 …
December 05, 2022
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Law Enforcement Partnership in Nebraska Takes Stance Against Methamphetamine

January 26, 2022
… the most recent data available. “While fentanyl and opioids dominate the headlines, it’s important that we don’t … Special Agent in Charge Justin C. King said. “This highly addictive substance is destroying families in Nebraska and …
January 26, 2022
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DEA testifies at Senate Committee on Indian Affairs hearing

March 20, 2019
… Dakota where manpower resources are limited.   “Drug abuse, addiction and the violence associated with this illicit … pain killers and heroin comprise the majority of illegal opioid abuse in North Dakota.   North Dakota Governor Doug …
March 20, 2019
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Agents In Ohio Seize 44 Pounds Of Heroin And 142 Pounds Of Methamphetamine From A Mexican Source Of Supply

April 03, 2018
… the misery of our friends and neighbors struggling with addiction. The destruction caused by heroin and fentanyl is … drug traffickers especially those contributing to the opioid epidemic in America.”   Akron Police Chief Kenneth …
April 03, 2018
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Colorado Attorney General Joins Forces With DEA, U.S. Attorney, To Execute Largest Heroin Bust In History Of Rocky Mountain Region

May 20, 2015
… further evidence of the growing problem of heroin use and addiction in Colorado.  Just a few years ago, law … to risk a lifetime in prison to profit from the demand for opioids,” said Attorney General Coffman. “My office is …
May 20, 2015
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Dutchess County Man Pleads Guilty In White Plains Federal Court To Distributing Heroin And Fentanyl That Caused The Deaths Of Three People

April 27, 2015
… scourge of heroin and Sica’s willingness to exploit their addictions for personal gain.  One can hope, however, that … distributed by Sica was laced with fentanyl, a synthetic opioid that is significantly stronger than street heroin. On …
April 27, 2015
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Manhattan U.S. Attorney Announces Conviction Of Doctor And Owner Of Bronx Clinic Involved In Illegal Distribution Of More Than Five Million Oxycodone Pills

May 05, 2015
… medically unnecessary prescriptions for oxycodone, a highly addictive, prescription narcotic-strength opioid used to treat severe and chronic pain conditions.  …
May 05, 2015
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New York Doctor Sentenced To More Than 13 Years In Prison For Unlawfully Dispensing Nearly 1 Million Oxycodone Pills

September 28, 2016
… clear, those who abuse their medical licenses to fuel the opioid epidemic that is devastating so many of our … proceedings and in court filings: Oxycodone is a highly addictive, prescription-strength narcotic used to treat …
September 28, 2016
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Drug Ring Supplying Elmira, NY With Heroin And Fentanyl Shut Down

September 29, 2016
… consecutive to any penalty received on the drug charge. "As opioid overdose rates skyrocket, and law enforcement seize … for supplying our neighborhoods with poison used to feed addiction, enable crime and destroy families." SAC Hunt …
September 29, 2016
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DEA’s National Take Back Day Returns April 26 to Help Prevent Prescription Drug Misuse

April 23, 2025
… have a big impact on the safety of our community by keeping addictive medications away from those who might abuse them.” … Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, opioids such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, and …
April 23, 2025
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Physician Sentenced after Taking Bribes from Drug Manufacturer

September 13, 2022
… the dangerousness of Subsys. Fentanyl is a highly addictive synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times stronger than heroin. It is a …
September 13, 2022
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Three Defendants Arrested for Operating Narcotics Delivery Service Responsible for Three Overdose Deaths from Fentanyl-Laced Cocaine

February 01, 2022
… on-demand delivery service for the distribution of highly addictive and dangerous drugs.  The cocaine distributed by … their delivery service was laced with the deadly synthetic opioid fentanyl, and as alleged, caused the deaths of three …
February 01, 2022
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Two Defendants Arrested for Operating Narcotics Delivery Service

September 16, 2021
… on-demand delivery service for the distribution of highly addictive and dangerous drugs.  The cocaine distributed by … the defendants’ service was laced with the deadly synthetic opioid fentanyl, and as alleged, caused the deaths of three …
September 16, 2021
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More Than 450 Arrests of Illegal Immigrants and Suspected Drug Criminals Across Arkansas

February 27, 2025
… and illegal aliens. Third, the fentanyl crisis and opioid epidemic that are poisoning our communities and have inflicted an unprecedented toll of addiction, suffering, and death. “Because the Justice …
February 27, 2025
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Nine Defendants Charged With Operating Heroin Trafficking Ring In Brooklyn, Queens And Long Island

December 21, 2015
… of overdoses, over 47,000 overdose deaths mostly due to opioid pain relievers and heroin. This case is just one of … the Chaaibi organization, responsible for fueling heroin addiction and overdose deaths." New York State Police …
December 21, 2015
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Pensacola Women Plead Guilty to Illegal Drug Diversion

November 17, 2025
… controlled substances. U.S. Attorney Heekin said: “The opioid epidemic has plagued our communities with addiction and death for years as criminal offenders like …
November 17, 2025
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DEA Hosts the 29th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25th

October 22, 2025
… pill we collect represents one less opportunity for misuse, addiction, or unexpected tragedy. DEA New York remains … Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, opioids such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, and …
October 22, 2025
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DEA and partners hold National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 27

October 23, 2018
… New York and are on the front lines in the battle against opioid abuse plaguing the nation.”  “We know that a majority … to be misused, and fewer people will be at risk for abuse, addiction, overdose, and even death.” The National …
October 23, 2018
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Laurens County Drug Trafficker Sentenced to Nearly 20 Years in Federal Prison

July 17, 2024
… people to drug poisonings – a majority from synthetic opioids such as fentanyl,” said Robert J. Murphy, Special … continue to bring to justice drug traffickers who drive addiction and destroy communities.” “Ricky Rich is a career …
July 17, 2024
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DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Enters 15th Year of Removing Unneeded Medications from Communities

April 26, 2024
… old, unwanted, or expired—some of which can be a gateway to addiction. “Properly disposing of unneeded medications is … Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), opioids, such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, and …
April 26, 2024
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Heroin and Fentanyl Distributor Sentenced to More Than 33 Years in Federal Prison

April 25, 2023
… most of which was laced with fentanyl or another synthetic opioid, to distribute to customers.  Several customers … enhance his ability to make money from the vulnerable and addicted.  Prosecuting dangerous individuals like Dennis …
April 25, 2023
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Ft. Worth Doctors Leave Patients Wasted and Dazed in a Pill Mill Operation; 49 Arrested

September 24, 2020
… initial appearance in court this afternoon. “By funneling addictive opioids onto our streets, these medical …
September 24, 2020
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Sixteen indicted for trafficking large amounts of heroin and methamphetamine in Seattle area

October 23, 2019
… of meth and 14 pounds of heroin. “At the height of the opioid epidemic, the Pacific Northwest is also drowning in … lives on the line to stem those who traffic in violence, addiction and death.” The investigation into this criminal …
October 23, 2019
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DEA 360 Degree Strategy Partnerships Target Violent Drug Traffickers And Gang Members In Wisconsin

May 27, 2016
… and prescription opiates.  Sales of these drugs fuel addiction and violence in Milwaukee and other communities in … safety issue.” Almost all of those caught selling highly-addictive heroin and other opiates will be charged by the … providing opportunities for treatment and recovery for the addicted.” The DEA encourages those seeking help to contact …
May 27, 2016
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Western U.P. Crystal Meth Conspiracy Shut Down

December 17, 2015
… and northern Michigan is no exception.  Meth use and addiction is a threat to every community, and the … on the citizens of the U.P.  Methamphetamine is highly addictive, and drug addiction not only ravages the addict …
December 17, 2015
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Twelve men charged in Syracuse-based heroin/fentanyl trafficking conspiracy

May 17, 2019
… “Today’s arrests are significant because we arrested 12 opioid traffickers allegedly responsible for fueling the … and prosecute those who profit from the tragedy of addiction.”   In connection with this investigation, law …
May 17, 2019
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DEA and FBI offices dismantle drug trafficking organizations in New York and Connecticut

October 11, 2018
… is committed to ridding New York neighborhoods of highly addictive and extremely dangerous drugs," said Manhattan … our communities.” “Despite the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis in our communities, this indictment should …
October 11, 2018