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Justin King Named DEA Omaha Division Special Agent in Charge

February 04, 2021
… the threats posed by methamphetamine, counterfeit pills, opioids and other dangerous drugs on a daily basis,” King …
February 04, 2021
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Jefferson County doctor convicted of health care fraud violations

November 17, 2020
… by requiring Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries seeking opioid treatment to pay cash for an office visit in excess …
November 17, 2020
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Skagit County business owner sentenced to prison for laundering money for drug cartel that trafficked heroin and fentanyl

January 21, 2020
… laced with fentanyl, a powerful and potentially deadly opioid.  Over the past few months leaders of the …
January 21, 2020
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Three north bay defendants charged in fentanyl overdose death case

December 11, 2019
… these claims are false. The dark reality for many opioid drug users is that their lives are short and …
December 11, 2019
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DEA to accept electronic vaping devices and cartridges as part of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day

October 21, 2019
… Day Initiative continues to remove ever-higher amounts of opioids and other medicines from the nation’s homes, where …
October 21, 2019
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Stockton counterfeit pill manufacturing ring dismantled

May 16, 2019
… allegedly ordered chemicals, including U-47700, a synthetic opioid, for shipment from China to a residence in Stockton, …
May 16, 2019
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Anchorage woman, inmate sentenced to over three years for distributing fentanyl in prison

December 19, 2018
… on the street as “grey death,” is a powerful synthetic opioid that is up to 50 times more powerful than heroin. At …
December 19, 2018
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Anchorage man sentenced for fentanyl trafficking

November 15, 2018
… known on the street as “Grey Death,” is a powerful opioid that is up to 50 times more powerful than heroin. Law …
November 15, 2018
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Indian Trail Man Sentenced To 20 Years In Prison On Drug Trafficking Charges

May 17, 2018
… Conrad commented on the serious nature of our nation’s opioid epidemic. When imposing a 20-year prison sentence, …
May 17, 2018
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DEA's 15th National Prescription Drug Take-Back Delivers Positive Numbers Throughout South And Central Texas

May 07, 2018
… Take Back Day is an effective tool for addressing the opioid crisis in America.” Medicines that languish in home …
May 07, 2018
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Texas Men Arrested In Shreveport For Transporting 10 Kilograms Of Fentanyl

May 10, 2018
… which was set for May 15, 2018. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid. In recent years it has become more widely available …
May 10, 2018
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Narcotics Task Force Arrests Marijuana Dealer In Pleasantville

March 30, 2018
… Tactical Diversion Squad, Westchester County Heroin and Opioid Task Force, Westchester County Police Narcotics Unit, …
March 30, 2018
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Lakeside Gang Member Indicted In Fentanyl Overdose Death

April 12, 2018
… history.  This epidemic is being driven primarily by opioids - prescription painkillers, heroin, and synthetic …
April 12, 2018
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DEA’S Prescription Drug Take-Back Effort A Big Success In Michigan And Across The United States

October 02, 2015
… More than half of those are from heroin and prescription opioids,” said Acting DEA Administrator Chuck Rosenberg.  …
October 02, 2015
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DEA’s 10th Prescription Drug Take-Back Initiative Successful In Ohio And Across The United States

October 02, 2015
… More than half of those are from heroin and prescription opioids,” said Acting DEA Administrator Chuck Rosenberg.  …
October 02, 2015
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DEA’s Prescription Drug Take-Back Initiative Successful In Kentucky And Across The United States

October 02, 2015
… More than half of those are from heroin and prescription opioids,” said Acting DEA Administrator Chuck Rosenberg.  …
October 02, 2015
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Cleveland Man Charged For Selling Heroin That Led To Two Overdoses In Ohio

March 01, 2017
… to those who want help -- can we turn the tide on the opioid epidemic.” This case was investigated by the DEA, the …
March 01, 2017
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Head Of Ohio Cocaine Trafficking Conspiracy Sentenced To 5+ Years In Federal Prison

April 18, 2017
… Attorney Glassman said.  “Even as we work to combat the opioid epidemic in southern Ohio, we must not lose sight of …
April 18, 2017
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Lubbock Man Involved In Fentanyl Distribution Conspiracy Pleads Guilty In Federal Court

June 14, 2017
… in the individual’s blood. Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid analgesic that is about 30 to 40 times stronger than …
June 14, 2017
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Longmont Police Department And DEA Arrest Doctor For Oxycodone Distribution

August 19, 2015
… drug overdose, and of that over 71% were due to opioid painkillers.”  SAC Roach continued “This joint …
August 19, 2015
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Monmouth County Designated As A HIDTA County

October 18, 2016
… the trafficking of narcotics to include prescription opioids, fentanyl and heroin.   According to data collected …
October 18, 2016
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Manchester Man Sentenced To 210 Months For Heroin And Fentanyl Distribution Conspiracy

November 29, 2016
… from doing so, is a critical priority of my office.”  “Opioid abuse is at epidemic levels in New Hampshire,” said …
November 29, 2016
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Overdose Investigation Results In 30-Month Sentence For Norwich Man

December 14, 2016
… narcotics dealers who distribute heroin, fentanyl or opioids that cause death or serious injury to users. …
December 14, 2016
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Hartford Man Pleads Guilty To Distributing Heroin, Possessing Firearm

December 16, 2016
… narcotics dealers who distribute heroin, fentanyl or opioids that cause death or serious injury to users.  …
December 16, 2016
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New York Man Pleads Guilty To Heroin Charge Stemming From Overdose Death In Greenwich

February 22, 2017
… narcotics dealers who distribute heroin, fentanyl or opioids that cause death or serious injury to users. …
February 22, 2017
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Manchester Man Pleads Guilty To Drug Conspiracy Charge Resulting From Substantial Methamphetamine Seizure

March 16, 2017
… DEA Special Agent in Charge Michael J. Ferguson “Amid the opioid crisis, drug traffickers also continue their efforts …
March 16, 2017
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Norwich Man Pleads Guilty To Federal Heroin Distribution Charge

May 02, 2016
… narcotics dealers who distribute heroin, fentanyl or opioids that cause death or serious injury to users. …
May 02, 2016
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Newmarket Man Pleads Guilty To Drug Distribution Causing Death

June 09, 2016
… Office for their work on this case.  Fighting the opioid epidemic is a multi-pronged, team effort.  One facet …
June 09, 2016
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Two Brothers Charged With Distributing Heroin Involved In Overdoses

June 22, 2016
… narcotics dealers who distribute heroin, fentanyl or opioids that cause death or serious injury to users. Erick …
June 22, 2016
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Rochester Man And Massachusetts Woman Plead Guilty To Drug Distribution Causing Death

July 19, 2016
… Administration for their work on this case.  Fighting the opioid epidemic is a multi-pronged, team effort.  One facet …
July 19, 2016