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Eight East Bay residents charged with crimes related to drug distribution scheme

December 16, 2020
… Control and Prevention, two out of three of the 46,802 opioid overdose deaths in 2018 involved synthetic opioids such as fentanyl.  In addition, the San Francisco …
December 16, 2020
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DEA Aims For Record Removal Of Unused Pills Through Its National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Initiative

April 24, 2018
… Take Back Day is an effective tool for addressing the opioid crisis in America.” This initiative addresses a vital …
April 24, 2018
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Americans Flock To National Drug Take Back Day

October 28, 2016
… Domestic Safe disposal of unused medications addresses opioid epidemic OCT 28 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Six years after …
October 28, 2016
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DEA and NJ law enforcement partners collect more than 16,000 pounds of unwanted medications and vaping products

November 04, 2019
… cabinets, but also in raising awareness of their link to addiction and overdose deaths,” said DEA Acting …
November 04, 2019
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San Diego Man Sentenced to 13 Years in Prison for Fentanyl Overdose Death

November 19, 2021
… an end to these tragic losses.” For those who suffer from addiction, please know there is help. Call the Crisis line …
November 19, 2021
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Third Defendant Sentenced to Almost 19 Years in Fentanyl Overdose Death of Longtime Rugby Player

May 25, 2021
… before his overdose death. For those who suffer from addiction, please know there is help. Call the Crisis line …
May 25, 2021
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San Diego Man Pleads Guilty in Fentanyl Overdose Death

May 19, 2021
… drugs in fatal overdose cases. For those who suffer from addiction, please know there is help. Call the Crisis line …
May 19, 2021
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Lakeside Gang Member Sentenced to 14½ Years in Prison in Fentanyl Overdose Death

October 28, 2020
… drugs in fatal overdose cases. For those who suffer from addiction, please know there is help. Call the Crisis line …
October 28, 2020
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Drug dealer pleads guilty in fentanyl overdose death

March 04, 2020
… drugs in fatal overdose cases. For those who suffer from addiction, please know there is help. Call the Crisis line …
March 04, 2020
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Local trafficker distributing methamphetamine in North San Diego County sentenced to 10 years

December 23, 2019
… we’re seeing is highly pure, highly potent, and highly addictive. As a result, San Diego County had 438 …
December 23, 2019
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Drug dealer pleads guilty in fentanyl overdose death

September 17, 2019
… drugs in fatal overdose cases.   For those who suffer from addiction, please know there is help. Call the crisis line …
September 17, 2019
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Westside Crips gang member pleads guilty to racketeering conspiracy involving drug trafficking

February 05, 2019
… in San Diego County.  “Drugs corrupt. Corruption leads to addiction, greed and violence. Utilizing one of the United …
February 05, 2019
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Former MLB All-Star Pitcher Esteban Loaiza sentenced to three years for cocaine trafficking

March 08, 2019
… the law for profit.  He chose to make a buck off someone’s addiction.  Today, society chose to hold him accountable and …
March 08, 2019
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DEA and partners hold National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on October 27

October 24, 2018
… or loved one, or even ourselves, who has been devastated by addiction, said DEA Special Agent in Charge Karen Flowers. …
October 24, 2018
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Dallas Doctor Pleads Guilty to Prescription Drug Diversion Scheme on Elderly

June 19, 2020
… individuals, especially the elderly, to fuel their drug addiction through fraudulent means.” “Elder abuse by anyone, …
June 19, 2020
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Londonderry Man Sentenced for Using Residence for Drug Distribution

June 10, 2022
… offense, the death of a key witness, and Slade’s own drug addiction and recovery in the time since the tragic …
June 10, 2022
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Revere Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Attempted Purchase of 20 Kilograms of Cocaine

May 20, 2022
… will do everything in our power to keep these highly addictive drugs off the streets.” In February 2020, …
May 20, 2022
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Lowell Man Sentenced In Trafficking Conspiracy Involving Counterfeit Pills Containing Methamphetamine

May 20, 2022
… on the rise, DEA stands committed to keeping this highly addictive drug off the streets,” said DEA Special Agent in …
May 20, 2022
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Drug Dealer Heads to Prison for Selling Fentanyl to Overdose Victim

August 20, 2024
… The victim, who had been struggling with a serious addiction, died of fentanyl poisoning that evening.  After …
August 20, 2024
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Missouri Man Admits to Selling Fentanyl Involved in Death

February 21, 2024
… says. The victim, who had been struggling with a serious addiction, died of a drug overdose that evening. After the …
February 21, 2024
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DEA Announces Take Back Day April 24

April 01, 2021
… prescription drugs is just one way DEA is working to reduce addiction and stem overdose deaths. Learn more about the …
April 01, 2021
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Former Paramedic Sentenced to Three Years in Prison for Stealing Medical-Grade Fentanyl

April 28, 2023
… patients at risk,” said U.S. Attorney Cole Finegan.  “Drug addiction is tragic, but it’s no excuse for harming patients …
April 28, 2023
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San Diego Woman Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison for Possession with Intent to Distribute Heroin-Filled Bibles Addressed to California Prison Inmates

February 19, 2025
… abuse the tools of faith and rehabilitation to perpetuate addiction and despair.” “Multi-convicted felons who possess …
February 19, 2025
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Montana Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Trafficking Fentanyl Through Idaho

May 02, 2024
… two cases are prime examples of its far-reaching effects.  Addiction to fentanyl was a contributing factor behind both …
May 02, 2024
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Savannah Tire Store Owner Convicted of Selling Methamphetamine

July 30, 2021
… well-deserved time in prison.” “Meth is deadly and highly addictive, and its corrosive effects are devastating to our …
July 30, 2021
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DEA Raleigh District Office to Hold 20th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

April 21, 2021
… prescription drugs is just one way DEA is working to reduce addiction and stem overdose deaths.   Learn more about the …
April 21, 2021
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DEA Columbia District Office to Hold 20th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

April 21, 2021
… prescription drugs is just one way DEA is working to reduce addiction and stem overdose deaths.   Learn more about the …
April 21, 2021
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DEA Atlanta Divisional Office to Hold 20th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

April 21, 2021
… prescription drugs is just one way DEA is working to reduce addiction and stem overdose deaths. Learn more about the …
April 21, 2021
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DEA Charlotte District Office to Hold 20th Prescription Drug Take-Back Day

April 21, 2021
… prescription drugs is just one way DEA is working to reduce addiction and stem overdose deaths.   Learn more about the …
April 21, 2021
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Chicago Man Sentenced to 7 Years for Trafficking Heroin, Cocaine in Chicago Area

December 21, 2023
… crisis in Chicago and all that goes with it, including addiction, crime, and violence.  This type of activity …
December 21, 2023