Hugo Gonzalo Mendoza-Gaytan
FUGITIVE

Hugo Gonzalo Mendoza-Gaytan

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: Narcotics importation
Ricardo Ruiz Velasco
FUGITIVE

Ricardo Ruiz-Velasco

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: Narcotics importation
Julio Cesar Montero-Pinzon
FUGITIVE

Julio Cesar Montero-Pinzon

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: Narcotics importation
Juan Carlos Valencia-Gonzalez
FUGITIVE

Juan Carlos Valencia-Gonzalez

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: Narcotics Importation
PRESS RELEASE

DEA takes additional steps to allow increased production of controlled substances used in COVID-19 care

DEA takes additional steps to allow increased production of controlled substances used in COVID-19 care April 07, 2020 Headquarters Contact Info Contact Us (202) 307-1000 (571) 776-2508 DEA Public Affairs HRA-SAA@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find …
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Seven Involved With Online Pharmacy Based In Florida Indicted For Internet Pharmacy And Money Laundering Conspiracy

… Seven Involved With Online Pharmacy Based In Florida Indicted For Internet … Cedar Park, Texas, set up the websites and servers for the online pharmacy, and attempted to hide the conspiracies …
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DEA’s response to COVID-19

DEA’s response to COVID-19 March 20, 2020 Headquarters Contact Info Contact Us (202) 307-1000 (571) 776-2508 DEA Public Affairs HRA-SAA@dea.gov Talk to a Recruiter /events Find Us Headquarters Quick Links Press Releases Local Fugitives Events Featured …
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Operation Engage Richmond

March 28, 2025
Operation Engage Richmond Richmond Richmond Operation Engage Richmond has moved to the DMV Welcome Letter from Washington Division Special Agent in Charge Jarod A. Forget and Richmond District Office Assistant Special Agent in Charge Christopher C. …
March 28, 2025
Brenda Hernandez
FUGITIVE

Brenda Hernandez

Wanted for the following alleged federal violations: 21 USC 841
PRESS RELEASE

DEA to Temporarily Schedule 7-OH and Related Substances to Protect Public Safety

… semi-synthetic 7-OH.  These products are widely marketed online and sold in gas stations, convenience stores, and …
PRESS RELEASE

DEA’s Inaugural Fentanyl Free America Summit Concludes with Promise to Accelerate the Fight Against Fentanyl

… tools to encourage effective conversations about being safe online. The videos can be watched at home or are …
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Take Back Day

May 08, 2025
… and often tragic. That's why it was great to see thousands of folks from across the country clean out their …
May 08, 2025
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DEA One Pill Can Kill Game Over Tournament

December 31, 2024
DEA One Pill Can Kill Game Over Tournament DEA Announces a Special Esports Event: DEA Announces a Special Esports Event: About the Game Over Campaign America is in the midst of a deadly opioid epidemic. The national rate of teenagers overdosing has …
December 31, 2024
PRESS RELEASE

Online drug dealer sentenced to 15 years for distributing counterfeit pills containing fentanyl that caused overdose death

… Online drug dealer sentenced to 15 years for distributing … resulting in death. In his plea, he admitted that he posted online advertisements for the illegal sale of prescription …
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Forensic Sciences Careers

December 16, 2025
Forensic Sciences Careers Forensic Sciences Careers Forensic Sciences careers at DEA: Forensic Chemists | Fingerprint Specialists | Forensic Computer Specialists provide scientific support to DEA Special Agents and other law enforcement personnel. …
December 16, 2025
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Defendant Sentenced to 78 Months for Sourcing Spokane-Area IPO Blood Criminal Street Gang

… from members of this group. During one of the buys, ATF learned the source of supply for the …
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Recovery Resources

April 28, 2026
Recovery Resources According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention , one in 14 Americans reports experiencing a substance use disorder. Some people may use drugs to cope with stress, trauma, or to help with mental health issues. Some may …
April 28, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION

Partner Toolbox

July 11, 2025
Partner Toolbox The One Pill Can Kill Campaign  offers an opportunity for the media, parents, teachers, educators, and community organizations to raise awareness about counterfeit prescription drugs. DEA has created materials to help you participate in …
July 11, 2025
GENERAL INFORMATION

Adolescents and Marijuana

December 03, 2021
Adolescents and Marijuana MARIJUANA QUICK FACTS Marijuana remains illegal under federal law; however, the national landscape continues to evolve as states enact voter referenda and legislation regarding the possession, use, and cultivation of marijuana …
December 03, 2021
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Foreign Divisions

September 08, 2026
Foreign Divisions Foreign Divisions DEA has 81 Foreign Offices in 61 countries. Content on this website is organized by Region. Please click on the map below for information about each Region. For general DEA information, please go to  Contact Us . Select …
September 08, 2026
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Divisions

September 11, 2026
Divisions Domestic Divisions DEA has 241 Domestic Offices in 26 Divisions throughout the U.S.,  and 81 Foreign Offices in 61 countries. Content on this website is organized by Division. Please click on the map below for information about each Division. …
September 11, 2026
GENERAL INFORMATION

Facts about Fentanyl

April 02, 2025
… depending on a person’s body size, tolerance and past usage.  DEA analysis has found counterfeit pills ranging …
April 02, 2025
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Special Agent FAQs

March 03, 2026
Special Agent FAQs Special Agent FAQs Special Agent FAQs FAQs If you're ready to apply to become a DEA Special Agent there is a lot you should know. To prepare for your conversation with your recruitment coordinator, click on the links below. Eligibility …
March 03, 2026
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Operation Engage Baton Rouge

March 28, 2025
Operation Engage Baton Rouge Baton Rouge Baton Rouge Operation Engage Baton Rouge has moved to New Orleans Welcome Letter from Brad Byerley, Special Agent in Charge of the New Orleans Field Division Greetings, I am Brad Byerley, Special Agent in Charge of …
March 28, 2025
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Operation Engage Wichita

April 29, 2025
… decision-making. The SADD organization is comprised of thousands of Chapters that embrace a "no-use" policy and help …
April 29, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

A Vancouver, Washington, Woman was Sentenced to Federal Prison for Distributing Fentanyl Resulting in the Death of Two Brothers

… case highlights the dangers of fentanyl and the dangers of buying counterfeit drugs of any type,” said acting HSI …
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Operation Engage Michigan

March 28, 2025
Operation Engage Michigan Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Top Local Drug Threats Mexican drug trafficking organizations are the primary source for cocaine, crystal methamphetamine, fentanyl, heroin and low-grade marijuana in the Kalamazoo, Michigan area.  Both …
March 28, 2025
PRESS RELEASE

Brevard County Man Sentenced to More Than 16 Years for Fentanyl Distribution

… the Drug Enforcement Administration. From these controlled buys, Flewellen was responsible for distributing 27.96 grams … community, please submit your anonymous tip through the DEA online Tip Line at Submit a Tip | DEA.gov .  Concerns about …
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Operation Engage Spokane

March 28, 2025
Operation Engage Spokane Spokane Spokane May 10 -- Fentanyl, What You Need to Know! Date:  May 10, 2023 Time:  5:00-6:30pm Where: HYBRID --  Northeast Community Center at 4001 N Cook St, Spokane, WA 99207 and Zoom Join us for a free informational night …
March 28, 2025
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Prospective Vendors

March 28, 2025
Prospective Vendors The Office of Acquisition Management at DEA headquarters in northern Virginia is the central procurement activity for purchasing the products and services that support DEA’s mission. DEA field offices have limited procurement authority …
March 28, 2025