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Here are the latest news and updates from the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA):

Recent Press Releases:

  1. DEA Announces Results of National Prescription Drug Take Back Day: The DEA announced that its 19th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day collected a record-breaking 912,305 pounds of unwanted or expired prescription drugs from 4,116 locations across the country. (April 2022)
  2. DEA Seizes Record Amount of Fentanyl in 2021: The DEA reported that it seized a record 1,100 kilograms (2,425 pounds) of fentanyl in 2021, a significant increase from the previous year. (March 2022)
  3. DEA Warns of Increased Threat from Synthetic Opioids: The DEA issued a warning about the increasing threat posed by synthetic opioids, such as fentanyl and carfentanil, which are often mixed with other drugs and can be deadly in small quantities. (February 2022)

Recent Investigations and Arrests:

  1. DEA Arrests 15 in Connection with International Drug Trafficking Ring: The DEA announced the arrest of 15 individuals in connection with an international drug trafficking ring that smuggled large quantities of cocaine and heroin into the United States. (May 2022)
  2. DEA Seizes $1.5 Million in Cash and Drugs in California: The DEA seized $1.5 million in cash and drugs, including methamphetamine and fentanyl, in a raid on a California residence. (April 2022)
  3. DEA Arrests 10 in Connection with Drug Trafficking Ring in New York: The DEA announced the arrest of 10 individuals in connection with a drug trafficking ring that distributed large quantities of heroin and cocaine in New York City. (March 2022)

Other News and Updates:

  1. DEA Launches New Campaign to Combat Opioid Crisis: The DEA launched a new campaign to combat the opioid crisis, which includes public service announcements, social media outreach, and community events. (February 2022)
  2. DEA Partners with Pharmaceutical Companies to Combat Opioid Abuse: The DEA announced partnerships with several pharmaceutical companies to combat opioid abuse and reduce the number of opioids prescribed in the United States. (January 2022)
  3. DEA Releases 2021 Drug Threat Assessment: The DEA released its 2021 Drug Threat Assessment, which highlights the growing threat posed by synthetic opioids, methamphetamine, and other drugs. (December 2021)

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