Drug Trafficking News Monitoring

Yakima man arrested on suspicion of drug trafficking

GRANT COUNTY — A Yakima man was arrested on possession of fentanyl and methamphetamines with intent to deliver during a traffic stop April 18.   Santos Tellez Mojica, 44, was arrested in Grant County during a traffic stop along Interstate 90, said Kyle …

Guyana recognised by US for work with int’l partners against drug trafficking

11 defendants sentenced in connection with Ohio drug trafficking organization

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio has announced sentencings in connection with a drug trafficking organization (DTO) that transported suitcases stuffed with illegal drugs from California to Ohio. Eleven defendants were charged …

High-ranking member of Sinaloa Cartel charged in drug trafficking conspiracy

APP. JUST INTO THE NEWSROOM TONIGHT AND HAPPENING NOW. WINSTON-SALEM POLICE ARE IN THE MIDDLE OF AN ARMED ROBBERY INVESTIGATION THAT HAPPENED AT A GAS STATION. IT HAPPENED JUST AFTER 830 TONIGHT AT THE SPEEDWAY ON UNIVERSITY PARKWAY AT COLISEUM DRIVE. …

New Bern man faces drug trafficking charges

A New Bern man was arrested on drug charges following a home search on Tatum Drive. Patrick Kyle Joyce, 42, of New Bern, was arrested and charged with trafficking methamphetamine, two counts of possession with intent to manufacture, sell and deliver a …

Moscow Court Reduces Drug Trafficking Sentence for Jailed U.S. Man

A Moscow court reduced the drug trafficking prison sentence for Russian-born U.S. citizen Robert Woodland by three years, Reuters reported Tuesday, citing his lawyer. Woodland, a dual U.S.-Russian citizen who worked as an English teacher in Moscow, was …

North Jersey woman who led violent drug trafficking gang arrested with 26 associates

TRENTON, NJ — Twenty-six individuals have been charged in connection with a violent open-air drug trafficking organization operating in Newark, state officials announced Tuesday, describing the arrests as a significant blow to a gang accused of using …

2 sentenced in Mobile in separate federal drug trafficking cases

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Two people received federal prison sentences in unrelated drug trafficking cases in U.S. District Court in Mobile. U.S. District Court Judge William H. Steele today handed 54-year-old John Rodney Weeks III of Semmes a 15-year prison …

Traffic stop in Pitt County leads to arrest of Windsor man on drug trafficking charges

Deputies with the Pitt County Sheriff's Office conducted a traffic stop that led to the arrest of Kawan D. Britt, 42, of Windsor on drug trafficking charges. Authorities say that deputies were conducting saturation patrols in support of the Speed a …

DEA: Drug trafficking bust nets 46 arrests, exposes Sinaloa cartel activity in Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. — Portland Police are crediting a multi-agency fentanyl trafficking bust to a huge reduction in overdose calls in the city. The targeted operation busted drug cartel operations in Portland, leading to almost 80 pounds of hard drugs seized, …

Winnipeg drug trafficking investigation leads to 5 arrests

In April 2025, the Winnipeg Police Service’s Guns and Gangs Unit launched an investigation into a drug trafficking operation in the city.Article content During the investigation, officers seized approximately 71 grams of cocaine and 99 grams of crack …

Three arrested for drug trafficking following traffic stop

Late on the night of April 20, 2025, Winnipeg police pulled over a 2019 Dodge Ram that was driving without headlights in the William Whyte neighbourhood. The vehicle, stopped on Selkirk Avenue, was occupied by three men.Article content While speaking with …

Cartel member arrested for alleged drug trafficking, money laundering conspiracy

Published 4:01 pm Tuesday, April 22, 2025 Stanly County Sheriff’s Office assisted with investigation GREENSBORO — A Mexican national and high-ranking member of the Sinaloa Cartel was arrested Tuesday in Nogales, Arizona after being indicted for allegedly …

Somerset County Man Convicted of Drug Trafficking, Possession of Firearms

Trenton By: Najla Alexander NJ authorities announced that a Somerset County man was convicted of drug trafficking, possessing firearms in furtherance of drug trafficking, and illegal possession of firearms. U.S. Attorney Alina Habba stated that Malachi A. …

Two arrested for drug trafficking in D’Iberville

D’Iberville, Miss. (WXXV)- A D’Iberville man and woman are behind bars on drug trafficking charges after sheriff’s officials say they found a litany of drugs at their home, including fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and much more. Kavon Pridgen and …

Harrison County Sheriff Arrests Two Suspects for Drug Trafficking

The Gazebo Gazette GULFPORT (GG) — On Tuesday, April 22, 2025, the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office arrested Kavon Lamont Pridgen and Lakendra Dishay Evans, both of D’Iberville, Mississippi for Aggravated Trafficking of Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, …

Rowan County man sentenced to decades in prison for drug trafficking, attempted murder

Law enforcement training on how to combat drug trafficking

WASHBURN, N.D. (KMOT/KFYR) - Law enforcement agencies across Central North Dakota are gaining special training this week on how to properly search for and seize drugs. The training is this week in Washburn. Two Lane Tactics is owned by Mike Varilek, a …

North Carolina Man ‘Dirty’ Gets Over 23 Years In Federal Prison For Drug Trafficking

Myquan Taquil Houston, also known as “Dirty,” was sentenced today to 283 months (more than 23 years) in federal prison after pleading guilty to multiple drug trafficking charges. The sentence was handed down by U.S. District Judge James C. Dever III in the …

Animal Groups Express Concern Over Aerial Shooting of Hundreds of Koalas in Australia

Center for a Humane Economy, others urge non-lethal alternatives for managing post-fire wildlife challenges in Victoria WASHINGTON, D.C. , DC, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Center for a Humane Economy and other wildlife …

Life for Relief and Development (LIFE) Responds to Earthquake Emergency in Myanmar, Supporting Survivors with Urgent Aid

LIFE Responds to Devastating Earthquake in Myanmar by Providing Essential Aid to Hundreds of Families That Have Lost Everything SOUTHFIELD, MI, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 28th, two devastating earthquakes …

ASAP Roofing & Exteriors Launches 'Roof Rescue Program' to Support Utah Families After Devastating Spring Storms

Local Roofing Company Steps Up with Free Inspections, Insurance Help, and Emergency Repairs for Families in Need SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to one of Utah’s most intense spring storm …

Wildcat Power Gen Becomes OEM of Emergency Standby Gaseous Generators for Commercial and Industrial Markets

Wildcat Power Gen announces its entry into the gaseous emergency standby stationary generator market as an official original equipment manufacturer (OEM). WICHITA, KS, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wildcat Power Gen …

GRAMMY NOMINATED SINGER, ACTRESS, CEO ANTONIQUE SMITH ANNOUNCED AS OFFICIAL AMBASSADOR OF EARTH DAY 2025 BY EARTHDAY.ORG

On April 22nd Antonique Smith To Perform "Love Song To The Earth" at Earth Day 55th Anniversary at Times Square New York Event- Rev. Yearwood a Featured Speaker NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Nashville's Trauma Informed Academy becomes NonProfit

Transition to increase scope and span. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Trauma Informed Academy®, a leader in trauma-responsive education and training, is excited to announce its transition to a nonprofit …

Exclusive Interviews: EIN Presswire Delves Into the Compelling Journeys of Top PR Pros

Q&As reveal the strategies and stories behind their success WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Looking to strengthen your communications strategy or learn how industry trailblazers achieve success? Or perhaps …

Lundy LLP Announced as Title Sponsor for Region 5 Emergency Preparedness Expo

Helping Southwest Louisiana Residents Prepare for Hurricane Season with Critical Resources and Planning Support LAKE CHARLES, LA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lundy LLP is proud to serve as the title sponsor for the Region …

The Costs of Responding to Tropical Storm Helene in North Carolina

HICKORY, N.C. – Debris removal. Restoration of utilities. Emergency repairs to public bridges and water systems. Overtime costs for emergency personnel. Evacuation support. Transportation of supplies for the public. These are some of the costs the state of …

'Beyond Florida' Launches Open-Source State-Wide ‘Development Tracker’ to Monitor Irresponsible Development Projects

Creator Sam Johnson says "it's time we get a handle on what's really going on here". GAINESVILLE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA - April 21, 2025 - Beyond Florida, one of Florida…

Star Forest Launches Earth Day Partnership, Pledging Long-Term Commitment to Sustainability with Evertreen

Star Forest Kicks off Evertreen Partnership by Planting Trees to Honor Select Georgia Youth and Nonprofit Organizations ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Star Forest, a Georgia-based multi-media project blending …

Leading science competition identifies 19 breakthrough solutions with greatest potential to tackle planetary crisis

The Frontiers Planet Prize names 19 National Champions – scientists offering scalable solutions to help keep humanity safely within planetary boundaries. SWITZERLAND, April 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Frontiers Planet Prize has today …

West Virginians have one week left to apply for disaster assistance

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginians have one week left to apply for FEMA assistance for damages from the February storms. Assistance is available to residents of Logan, McDowell, Mercer, Mingo, Raleigh, Wayne and Wyoming counties. The deadline to apply is …

Celebrating 5 Years of Sharing Stories—Storied Stuff Releases Book with Proceeds Helping Those Impacted by LA wildfires

Storied Stuff: Show and Tell for Grownups Volume I (with color photos) includes over 100 brief, moving essays on treasured objects & the memories they inspire WESTPORT, CT, UNITED STATES, April 21, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Connecticut- …

FEMA Extends Individual Assistance Deadline for Homeowners and Renters in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky homeowners and renters who suffered uninsured or underinsured damage to their property from the February Severe Storms, Flooding and Straight-line winds now have a few weeks left to apply for federal disaster assistance. FEMA has …

FEMA to Host Housing Resource Fair April 26 in Burke County

FEMA is hosting a Housing Resource Fair on Saturday, April 26 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Burke County at the following location: Burke County Office Park Auditorium 715 W 6thSt. Waynesboro, GA 30830 The Housing Resource Fair will bring together federal, …

Disaster Recovery Center in Lee County Closing, Help Is Still Available

FRANKFORT, Ky. – The Disaster Recovery Center in Lee County will close temporarily at 7 p.m. on Friday, April 18. Regardless of your county of residence, you can get in-person assistance at any Disaster Recovery Center. To find a center close to you, visit …

Survivors in Tennessee Rebuild After Tropical Storm Helene

In a muddy grove 100 yards from the Nolichucky River, Betty Francis can hear the sounds of progress as her new home takes shape. Francis was forced to rebuild after Tropical Storm Helene upended the life she knew. Her new place is wired for electricity and …

West Virginians should be prepared for a storm anytime

West Virginians should be prepared for a storm anytime CHARLESTON, W.Va. – A storm can impact the residents of West Virginia at any time so it is important to be prepared year-round. Make sure you can receive alerts and warnings quickly through several …

Napa Firewise Expands Wildfire Protection Across Napa County Amid Federal Funding Shifts

Napa Nonprofit treats over 3,500 acres of hazardous fuels through diversified support from CAL FIRE, PG&E, local partners, and private donors NAPA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With federal wildfire funding in flux and …