Tag: fentanyl
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DEA Highlights Forensic Science's Role in Fighting the Synthetic Drug Crisis
DEA marks its 14th Annual National Forensic Science Week, honoring chemists and forensic professionals who identify emerging synthetic drugs and support investigations, with public events and a student poster contest.
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Kanawha County Man Sentenced to Over Eight Years for Federal Drug Crime
Jason Anthony Barrett of South Charleston received eight years and four months for possessing methamphetamine, fentanyl, cocaine and crack with intent to distribute, following a Charleston-area trafficking investigation.
Law EnforcementLegalUSAFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Jason Anthony BarrettSouth CharlestonDrug TraffickingMethamphetamineFentanylOperation Take Back AmericaProduct RecallFBI
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Eastern NC Drug Pipeline Dismantled: 35 Years Federal Prison
Alexander Sandoval, 29, sentenced to 35 years for trafficking fentanyl, meth and cocaine hidden in furniture across Eastern North Carolina, part of Operation Couch Potato.
Law EnforcementLegalUSAFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Alexander SandovalDrug TraffickingFentanylMethamphetamineEastern District of North CarolinaOperation Couch PotatoFayetteville Police DepartmentFBI
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DEA Warns Students About Fentanyl Risks as School Year Begins
As students head back to school, the DEA urges informed choices about fentanyl-laced pills, drink safety at parties, and how to help a friend who may have overdosed.
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Sharon Resident Pleads Guilty to Fentanyl Trafficking and Firearm Charges
Jiemaliahl Cleveland, 27, of Sharon, Pennsylvania, pleaded guilty to fentanyl distribution and a firearm charge; sentencing is set for January 6, 2027, with up to life in prison possible.
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Oklahoma Drug Trafficker Sentenced to 17 Years for Using U.S. Mail
A joint investigation by USPS OIG and DEA led to a drug trafficker's 17-year federal prison sentence in Oklahoma. The individual used the U.S. Mail to ship fentanyl and other narcotics, which were discovered through advanced analytics and a sting…
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DHS Highlights Major Fentanyl Seizures and Arrests on National Awareness Day
The Department of Homeland Security marked National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day by showcasing significant fentanyl seizures and arrests, attributing success to President Trump's leadership in combating drug trafficking.
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ICE Arrests Murderers, Drug Traffickers, and Other Dangerous Criminal Illegal Aliens
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement recently arrested several criminal illegal aliens, including individuals convicted of murder and drug trafficking. These arrests are part of an initiative under President Trump and Secretary Mullin to enhance public safety and remove dangerous individuals…
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DEA Highlights Parental Role on National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day
The DEA marks National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day on August 21, 2026, emphasizing the 'Power of the Parent' in combating the crisis. The agency will host extended museum hours and its 'Faces of Fentanyl' memorial exhibit.
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Fairfax Health District Reports Significant Drop in Opioid Overdose Deaths
Fairfax Health District sees a 22% drop in opioid overdose deaths, the lowest in a decade. The county's Opioid and Substance Use Task Force uses settlement funds for prevention, education, and treatment programs, including youth initiatives.
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Fairfax County Sees Decade-Low Opioid Overdose Deaths Amid Enhanced Prevention Efforts
Fairfax County reports a 22% reduction in opioid overdose deaths, a 10-year low, as its task force utilizes legal settlement funds for new prevention campaigns and expanded youth treatment programs.
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DEA Intensifies Fentanyl Crackdown with Community Support
The DEA is actively combating fentanyl, seizing millions of pills and disrupting drug networks. Community involvement through reporting suspicious activity and safe medication disposal is crucial in protecting neighborhoods from this dangerous opioid.
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DEA Warns of Lethal Counterfeit Pills Flooding U.S. Market
Criminal drug networks are flooding the U.S. with lethal counterfeit pills, often containing fentanyl and sold online. The DEA warns these pills are indistinguishable from real medications and pose a severe public health threat.
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DEA Summit Concludes with Major Fentanyl Seizures and Renewed Commitment
The DEA's inaugural Fentanyl Free America Summit concluded, announcing the seizure of over four million fentanyl pills and 1,158 kilograms of powder. The summit reinforced a unified commitment to combat the fentanyl crisis through partnerships, prevention, and support.
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Rep. Walkinshaw Demands Investigations into Fatal ICE Shootings, Advances Bipartisan Legislation
Rep. James Walkinshaw calls for independent investigations into two fatal ICE shootings, while also announcing House passage of bipartisan bills to combat fentanyl and honor Congressman Gerry Connolly, and addressing federal workforce concerns.
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Buffalo Man Sentenced to 21 Years for Fentanyl and Cocaine Conspiracy
David Washington of Buffalo received a 252-month prison sentence for his role in a fentanyl and cocaine distribution conspiracy. Investigations uncovered significant quantities of drugs and over $1.1 million in cash across multiple residences, highlighting extensive drug trafficking operations.
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Huntington Man Sentenced to 12 Years for Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
Geon Lavell Henderson, 53, of Huntington, received a 12-year prison sentence for his role in a drug trafficking organization distributing methamphetamine and fentanyl in the Huntington area, part of Operation Take Back America.
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Kanawha County Man Pleads Guilty to Federal Fentanyl and Cocaine Charges
Alphonzo Keith Baker, 51, of St. Albans, pleaded guilty to federal fentanyl and cocaine distribution and possession charges in the Charleston area. He faces significant prison time, with sentencing scheduled for October 2026.
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Lehigh County Man Sentenced to Life for Fatal Fentanyl Distribution
Dimitris Smith, Jr. of Whitehall, PA, received a life sentence for distributing fentanyl that caused a 38-year-old woman's death in East Stroudsburg, Monroe County, and for subsequent drug dealing while on supervised release.
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Pittsburgh Felon Sentenced to 46 Months for Firearm and Narcotics Violations
Jamar Perminter, 26, of Pittsburgh, received a 46-month federal prison sentence for firearm and narcotics violations. Law enforcement recovered a loaded pistol, fentanyl/heroin, and $84,000 during a search, with Perminter being a previously convicted felon.
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Eastern District of Texas Sentences Five to Over 900 Months in Federal Prison for Drug Trafficking
Five defendants received a total of 903 months in federal prison in the Eastern District of Texas during June 2026, following Homeland Security Task Force investigations into drug trafficking and other crimes.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesLatin America Homeland Security Task ForceEastern District of TexasDrug TraffickingMethamphetamineCocaineFentanylFederal PrisonFBI
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Randolph Man Pleads Guilty to Drug and Firearm Charges
A Randolph man pleaded guilty to drug trafficking and firearm charges in Boston federal court. Jose Mendes faces sentencing in October 2026 after authorities found fentanyl, cocaine, and modified firearms at his residences.
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California Drug Trafficker Sentenced to Over Seven Years for Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Conspiracy
A California man received an 87-month prison sentence for distributing over 46 pounds of methamphetamine and fentanyl in Hawaii and laundering drug money through shell corporations, following a Homeland Security Task Force investigation.
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House to Consider Key Legislation on Fentanyl, Terrorism, Travel, and Pilot Programs
The House of Representatives will consider four significant bills on July 13, 2026, covering illicit fentanyl trafficking, terror threat assessment for non-NATO allies, improving family travel, and extending a pilot program.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentCongressLegalTransportationSocial Issues House of RepresentativesLegislationFentanylTerrorismTravelPilot ProgramU.S. Library of Congress
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Georgia Inmate, Accomplice Sentenced for International Fentanyl Trafficking from China
A Georgia inmate and an accomplice received lengthy federal prison sentences for orchestrating an international fentanyl and synthetic cannabinoid trafficking operation from China, utilizing contraband phones and cryptocurrency.
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House to Consider 15 Bills, Including Homeland Security and Election Reforms
The House will convene Monday to vote on 15 bills, including measures to designate post offices, enhance homeland security, improve travel for military and families, combat fentanyl trafficking, and reform campaign finance and election administration.
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Rocky Ford Man Sentenced to 20 Years for Drug and Firearms Crimes
Rocky Ford man Mario Rocha, 27, received a 20-year federal prison sentence for drug distribution and firearms crimes. FBI agents seized fentanyl, meth, cocaine, 17 firearms, and a pipe bomb from his residence, making the community safer.
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Horry County Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Fentanyl and Firearm Offenses
Quentin Raymar Price of Longs received 80 months in federal prison for distributing fentanyl and possessing firearms as a felon. The sentence follows an investigation by multiple agencies into drug trafficking and gang activity.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Quentin Raymar PriceHorry CountyFentanylFirearmsFederal PrisonGang MemberSouth CarolinaFBI
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Six Charged in Madison Drug Trafficking Case Linked to Homeland Security Task Force
Six individuals from Madison and Chicago face federal drug trafficking charges involving cocaine base, methamphetamine, and fentanyl, stemming from a Homeland Security Task Force investigation in Wisconsin.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Drug TraffickingMadison, WisconsinFBIHomeland Security Task ForceCocaine BaseMethamphetamineFentanyl
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DEA, Partners Launch "Walk For Lives" Against Fentanyl Crisis
The DEA, United Against Fentanyl, and affected families are hosting "Walk For Lives" events nationwide on July 11, 2026. These walks aim to raise awareness about drug overdoses, the leading cause of death for young Americans, and promote a #FentanylFreeAmerica.
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