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DEA Safely Disposes of 620,000 Pounds of Unused Medications on 28th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

… our streets and out of the hands of those who struggle with addiction.” If you missed National Prescription Drug Take …
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Former Dona Ana County doctor sentenced to 108 months for conviction on unlawful distribution of prescription painkillers and health care fraud charges

… medical justification are directly fueling our nation’s opioid crisis.”   “Doctors take an oath to treat and care … distribution of methamphetamine, heroin and prescription opioids and to establish new programs to provide services to …
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Five Argentine men charged with illegally operating online pharmacies and importing and distributing oxycodone

… in the Eastern District of Wisconsin.     “Combatting the opioid crisis and the illegal flow of prescription drugs … Drug Enforcement Administration is committed to fight the opioid epidemic through aggressive domestic and … the transnational criminal activity which is fueling the opioid crisis.”    “IRS Criminal Investigation is committed …
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Doctor and Office Manager Indicted in Scheme to Defraud Medicare, Manufacture and Distribute Fentanyl

… quantities of fentanyl, prescribing unnecessary oral opioid medications in conjunction with pain-pump medication, … investigation clearly demonstrates that the threat of the opioid crisis extends far beyond street level dealing. The …
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DEA Agents Seize Six Kilos Of Heroin: Two From Toledo Charged

… Traverse City - (571) 362-0443 Putting the brakes on the opioid epidemic is DEA’s top priority TOLEDO, Ohio - Two … of heroin trafficking and putting the brakes on the current opioid epidemic is DEA’s top priority,” said DEA Special … to aggressively prosecute those who traffic the heroin and opioids that have killed so many of our neighbors and …
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Major Illegal Narcotics Ring Dismantled In Elmira, Four Defendants Arrested

… and any overdose deaths in the region.” “These synthetic opioids have potentially deadly consequences for both users … C. Spero. “Given the highly-toxic nature of these synthetic opioids, even a small seizure could potentially save a life. … enforcement partnerships in addressing the trafficking of opioids and other dangerous drugs into our communities,” …
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DEA To Kick Off Annual Red Ribbon Campaign

… fight against the violence of drug crime and the misery of addiction. By gathering together in special events and … the demand for controlled substances would curtail lethal addictions and overdoses; Whereas reducing the demand for …
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DEA Washington Division Commemorates International Overdose Awareness Day

… SAC Forget bids. “And if someone you know suffers from addiction, we implore you to help them seek treatment. … – 1-800-662-HELP (4357) for assistance, referral to addiction treatment services, and linkage to community-based …
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Needham Doctor And Nurse Practitioner Indicted For Drug Distribution Resulting In Deaths

… amounts and frequency that were likely to, and did, cause addiction, deteriorated health, overdose and death in some … drug screening tests; and reports of prior history of drug addiction or the misuse of drugs. According to the … to doctors illegally prescribing dangerous and addictive drugs, as alleged in this case. We pursue all …
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45 Individuals Indicted For Participating In Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy

… in the announcement was Mary K. Daly, Director of Opioid Enforcement and Prevention Efforts in the Justice … unlike ever before and DEA’s top priority is combatting the opioid epidemic,” said DEA Acting Special Agent in Charge …
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Narcotics Dealer Charged In Manhattan Federal Court For Overdose Death

… sell the fatal dose that takes the life of another.” “The opioid abuse epidemic has claimed far too many lives, and … with the DEA and the NYPD, we continue to combat the deadly opioid crisis one alleged drug dealer at a time.” “The … overdoses like this to hold those who sell these deadly opioids criminally responsible.  I want to thank the NYPD …
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Alleged Member of Cartel Enforcement Group Extradited from Mexico

… have inflicted untold suffering through violence and drug addiction,” said Acting U.S. Attorney Andrew Haden. “Our …
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Record settlement reached in University of Michigan hospital drug diversion civil penalty case

… – a nurse and an anesthesiology resident. Both overdosed on opioids, including fentanyl, at a UMHS facility. The nurse’s …
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DEA launches Secure Your Meds campaign, calls on Americans to keep medications safe

… cabinets, but also in raising awareness of their link to addiction and overdose deaths,” said Special Agent in Charge … Field Division Deanne Reuter.  “It is imperative that addictive medications be securely stored pending the next …
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Doctor pleads guilty to unlawful drug distribution and identity theft

… in the Capital Region. He specialized in psychiatry and addiction treatment. In pleading guilty, McMahon admitted …
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McKesson Agrees To Pay Record $150 Million Settlement For Failure To Report Suspicious Orders Of Pharmaceutical Drugs

… frequently misused products that are part of the current opioid epidemic. The government’s investigation developed … Chuck Rosenberg.  "DEA is committed to fighting the opioid epidemic with all of the tools at our disposal." In …
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Maryland U.S. Attorney Recognizes the Contributions of Law Enforcement Partners to Reduce Violent Crime in 2023

… Press Conferences Seizures (Drugs/Property) Synthetic drugs Opioids Synthetic Opioids Fentanyl On On Press Release Image Layout Landscape …
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First DEA Seizure Of Carfentanil In New York Acts As Public Service Announcement

… with conspiracy to distribute carfentanil- a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl 051118img.jpg NEW … streets of New York City. Law enforcement is battling the opioid suppliers on the front lines and this drug has the … partners for their efforts to stem the tide of lethal opioids.” NYPD Commissioner James P. O’Neill said: “Anyone …
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DEA announces launch of Operation Crystal Shield

… methamphetamine has been a leading cause of violence and addiction – a drug threat that has never gone away,” said … By reducing the supply of meth, we reduce the violence, addiction, and death it spreads.” “San Diego is one of the …
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Fresno Man Indicted for Fentanyl Trafficking and Illegal Firearm Possession

… reasonable doubt. This case is part of Operation Synthetic Opioid Surge (S.O.S.) a program designed to reduce the supply of deadly synthetic opioids in high impact areas as well as identifying …
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New York Man Pleads Guilty To Oxycodone Distribution Conspiracy And Failure To Appear In Court

… abuse of opiates; it is the gateway to heroin and fentanyl addiction, and is devastating our communities.  This … stated, “Many individuals begin their journey to opiate addiction through oxycodone use.  While these pills have a … medical use, the illicit distribution of these potentially addictive drugs has been a significant factor in the …
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Nineteen charged in heroin conspiracy

… “Consistent with this administration’s prioritization of opioid enforcement, the U.S. Attorney’s Office will work … and tribal law enforcement to focus on attacking illegal opioids, such as heroin.  The case is being prosecuted by …
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Three Operation Wu Block methamphetamine dealers sentenced

… and remove criminals caught pushing this deadly, highly addictive illegal drug from our communities,” said U.S. …
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Indictment Charges Eight Men in an Interstate Fentanyl and Cocaine Conspiracy

… Seizures (Drugs/Property) Synthetic drugs Fentanyl Cocaine Opioids Synthetic Opioids On On Press Release Image Layout Landscape …
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Admitted Methamphetamine Trafficker Sentenced to Federal Prison

… volatile.  This Ghost Face Gangster can no longer feed the addicts who craved this addictive substance. This case is a great example of how …
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Two Fresno County Residents Indicted for Dealing Fentanyl

… doubt. These cases are part of Operation Synthetic Opioid Surge (S.O.S.) a program designed to reduce the supply of deadly synthetic opioids in high impact areas as well as identifying …
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Lawrence man sentenced to 120 months for participating in fentanyl trafficking conspiracy

… 2, 2018.   “New Hampshire is in the midst of a devastating opioid crisis, as deaths from fentanyl climb,” said Special … to this crisis. DEA’s top priority is combatting the opioid epidemic by working with our local, county, state and … and incarcerate those who distribute fentanyl and other opioids in New Hampshire.”   The case was investigated by …
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Alleged Mexican drug kingpin charged with leading a continuing criminal enterprise and other drug-related charges

… leading a continuing criminal enterprise that fueled drug addiction and drug-related deaths,” said Donovan.  “The … the Juarez Drug Cartel, allegedly funneled vast amounts of addictive drugs into the United States for more than 20 …
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DEA’s National Take Back Day is THIS Saturday!

… Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, opioids such as oxycodone, hydrocodone, codeine, and …
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Fresno Man Charged with Fentanyl Trafficking and Illegal Firearm Possession

… . This case is part of Operation Synthetic Opioid Surge (S.O.S.) a program designed to reduce the supply of deadly synthetic opioids in high impact areas as well as identifying …