LOS ANGELES –Marking a powerful start to 2026, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration dealt a significant blow to drug trafficking networks during Phase II of Operation Fentanyl Free America. Between January 12 and February 10, 2026, DEA seized more than 4.7 million fentanyl pills and nearly 2,396 pounds of fentanyl...

LOS ANGELES – The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s Los Angeles Field Division has new leadership. DEA Administrator Terrance C. Cole has appointed Anthony Chrysanthis as the Special Agent in Charge (SAC), covering Southern California, Nevada, Hawaii and the U.S. Territories of Guam and Saipan. Special Agent in Charge Chrysanthis draws...

LOS ANGELES – Drug Enforcement Administration Administrator Terrance C. Cole has appointed DEA San Diego Field Division Special Agent in Charge Brian M. Clark as the new Special Agent in Charge of the DEA Los Angeles Field Division. Special Agent in Charge (SAC) Clark brings with him a wealth of...