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Supplier in Juvenile Fentanyl Overdoses Case Charged with Drug Conspiracy

February 15, 2023
… by age, race, gender, or socio-economic status. Its addictive properties cannot be compared to anything else on …
February 15, 2023
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DEA Dallas Seizes 1,447 Pounds of Drugs, 49 Firearms, and Over $6.6M in Drug-Related Assets

November 04, 2020
… lifestyle brought on the backs of those struggling with addiction, these operations send a clear message that the …
November 04, 2020
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Spanaway, Washington Man Sentenced to Eight Years in Prison for Key Role in Drug Distribution Ring

December 13, 2022
… the leader of this drug distribution ring – and fed the addiction of countless people struggling in our community,” …
December 13, 2022
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Two Walton County Men Convicted on Drug Trafficking Charges

August 23, 2022
… law enforcement partners, who work tirelessly to remove addictive and deadly controlled substances from our …
August 23, 2022
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Codefendants Sentenced to Ten Years Federal Prison

June 21, 2022
… place their lives in danger each day to remove firearms and addictive drugs from our streets. We remain vigilant to hold …
June 21, 2022
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Defendants Face Charges in High School Drug Advertising and Distribution Cases

May 09, 2022
… student reported that “numerous students” are using and addicted to “percocets,” and that “lulu” is known as a …
May 09, 2022
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U.S. Attorney's Office, DEA, Harford County Sheriff's Office and Anne Arundel County Police to Hold Press Conference About Efforts to Prevent the Spread of Methamphetamine

November 28, 2006
… the dangers related to the production and use of the highly addictive drug methamphetamine. "The drug known as 'meth'  …
November 28, 2006
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Kalamazzo, Michigan methamphetamine trafficker sentenced to over nineteen years

September 26, 2018
… for our citizens." "Crystal methamphetamine is a highly addictive drug that causes ruin to its users and users’ …
September 26, 2018
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Former member of Venezuelan National Assembly charged with narco-terrorism, drug trafficking and weapons offenses

May 27, 2020
… States with cocaine and inflict the drug’s harmful and addictive effects on users in the United States.  The Cártel …
May 27, 2020
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Nine defendants charged in international drug trafficking conspiracy

August 07, 2019
… while keeping in mind we need to help those suffering from addiction. Our message is simple: We will continue to do our …
August 07, 2019
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Eddy County Resident Sentenced To 168 Months For Federal Methamphetamine Trafficking Conviction

January 21, 2016
… and prosecuting those who sell these dangerous and addictive drugs in our local communities,” said DEA Special …
January 21, 2016
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20 Individuals Charged With Trafficking Heroin And Fentanyl

December 13, 2016
… of heroin and Fentanyl, not retail sales to users or addicts.  Victoria and his associates distributed drugs …
December 13, 2016
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Panhandle Residents Arrested In Law Enforcement Operation

September 24, 2013
… dismantle drug cartels determined to profit on the backs of addictions.”        “The cooperation and coordination …
September 24, 2013
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Grand Jury Indicts New Defendants And Brings Additional Charges Against L.A.-Based OxyContin Ring That Allegedly Bilked Medicare

October 16, 2012
… were fraudulently billed for more than $8.9 million for the addictive painkiller and unneeded medical services LOS …
October 16, 2012
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Palm Beach, Broward And Martin County Pill Mills And Pharmacies Are Shut Down

September 02, 2011
… injected, to get an immediate high.  This abuse can lead to addiction, overdose, and sometimes death. DEA Special Agent …
September 02, 2011
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Task Force Investigation Into PCP Trafficking Leads To Federal Charges Against Producers And Distributors Of The Dangerous Drug

February 12, 2014
… of PCP contains approximately 76,800 doses of the highly addictive narcotic. “PCP producers and suppliers deal a …
February 12, 2014
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Mexican Cartel Leaders Edgar Valdez-Villarreal, A.k.a. “La Barbie,” And Carlos Montemayor Gonzalez, Extradited To The U.S.

September 30, 2015
… organization’s intent of making a living on the backs of addiction.” “Valdez and Montemayor are charged with leading …
September 30, 2015
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Eleven Individuals Charged With Trafficking Heroin And Other Illegal Narcotics

December 16, 2015
… to aggressively attacking criminals who target the weak and addicted with their parasitic drug-trafficking methods. As …
December 16, 2015
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14 Members Of Bronx Drug Trafficking Organization Charged In Manhattan Federal Court With Narcotics And Firearms Offenses

August 22, 2017
… Northeast, they made a profit by feeding on others’ drug addiction.”  Acting U.S. Attorney Joon H. Kim said:  “Today, …
August 22, 2017
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DEA Phoenix Participates In U.S. Marshals “Operation Justice V”

April 21, 2013
… of methamphetamine and other so-called “dangerous drugs.” Addicts, dealers, and producers of “dangerous drugs” commit …
April 21, 2013
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U.K. Defendant Sentenced For Illegal Chemical Distribution Via Internet

May 16, 2013
… a controlled (methamphetamine). “Methamphetamine addiction destroys those who use it and devastates those …
May 16, 2013
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International Drug Trafficking Ring Used "Front" Companies To Transport Drugs Across America

August 09, 2016
… for fentanyl/heroin trafficking in NY state; fueling drug addiction, overdoses and violent crime. Through an …
August 09, 2016
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Gramercy Medical Center Pumped More Than $10 Million In Narcotic Pills Onto Interstate Black Market

March 28, 2013
… with widespread illegal trafficking in  oxycodone, a highly addictive narcotic painkiller, in New York, New Jersey and …
March 28, 2013
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Twenty-five Members And Associates Of The ‘Hooly Gang’ In The Bronx Charged With Narcotics Trafficking

February 07, 2018
… gang wars into the surrounding communities and enabled drug addiction. This unique law enforcement partnership, …
February 07, 2018
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Car Repair Shop Owner And His Son Sentenced For Drug Trafficking And Commercial Burglaries

March 10, 2015
… Baltimore area is a growing problem and has led to heroin addiction in the area.  DEA, along with our federal, state …
March 10, 2015
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Hagerstown Pharmacist Pleads Guilty To Health Care Fraud For Improperly Billing Medicare And Medicaid

June 14, 2013
… because of the severe side effects and potential for addiction and abuse.                              Further, …
June 14, 2013
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Hagerstown Pharmacist Pleads Guilty To Health Care Fraud For Improperly Billing Medicare And Medicaid

June 17, 2013
… because of the severe side effects and potential for addiction and abuse.                              Further, …
June 17, 2013
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Feds Share $8.9 Million With Local Law Enforcement Agencies Forfeited Assets From 2009 DEA Investigation Distributed To 33 Law Enforcement Agencies

September 08, 2014
… in the Albany area contributing to drug abuse and drug addiction.  Due to law enforcement’s cooperation, those …
September 08, 2014
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Wide Ranging Drug Trafficking Conspiracy Dismantled

March 15, 2013
… organizations have one priority: financial wealth through addiction,” said DEA Special Agent in Charge Matthew G. …
March 15, 2013
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New York State Corrections Officer And 11 Additional Members And Associates Of A Queens-Based Sect Of The Bloods Gang Arrested On Narcotics Conspiracy Charges

July 08, 2015
… which ultimately opens the door to increased heroin abuse, addiction, crime, and violence.” “This investigation is an …
July 08, 2015