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52nd Anniversary

As the DEA marks its 52nd anniversary, our mission has never been more critical—protecting America from deadly drugs and criminal empires. With global reach, cutting-edge intelligence, and decades of experience dismantling trafficking organizations, DEA remains the expert on drug cartels—driving results from source countries to American communities.

For 52 years, DEA has adapted, evolved, and delivered, and we're not slowing down.

Fentanyl
* 2 mg of fentanyl equates to a potentially deadly dose

DEA Fentanyl Seizures in 2025

In 2024, DEA seized more than 60 million fentanyl-laced fake pills and nearly 8,000 pounds of fentanyl powder. The 2024 seizures are equivalent to more than 380 million lethal doses of fentanyl.

The 2025 fentanyl seizures represent over 184 million deadly doses. *

updated: June 30, 2025
Millions of Fentanyl Pills Seized
+ 42600000
Pounds of Fentanyl Powder Seized
+ lbs. 4630
* 2 mg of fentanyl equates to a potentially deadly dose
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The job announcement opens July 7—and only the first 2,500 applications will be accepted. Don’t miss your chance to make a difference. Start preparing now! #DEAJobs

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DEA is committed to tackling the nationwide drug overdose and poisoning crisis that is driven by criminal drug networks. This work includes a critical focus on outreach, prevention, engagement, and education with law enforcement partners and communities across the nation.

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Steilacoom, Washington, Couple Sentenced to Prison for Leading Drug Trafficking Ring Tied to Aryan Prison Gangs

July 02, 2025
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Indiana Man Sentenced to 200 Months in Federal Prison for Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses

July 02, 2025
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Tenderloin Drug Dealer Sentenced to Five Years in Federal Prison for Fentanyl Trafficking, Supervised Release Violation

July 02, 2025
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Indianapolis Woman Sentenced to 16 Years for Fentanyl Trafficking

July 02, 2025
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Most Wanted Fugitives

DEA publishes a list of the most wanted fugitives wanted for alleged federal violations of controlled substances laws to help capture and bring them to justice.
NEMESIO OSEGUERA-CERVANTES

Nemesio Oseguera-Cervantes

AKA: El Mencho
Leader of CJNG Cartel
Reward: UP TO $15 MILLION

Yulian Andony Archaga-Carias

Yulian Andony Archaga Carias

AKA: Alexander Mendoza, Porky, Gordo
Reward: $5,000,000

Jesus Alfredo Guzman-Salazar

Jesus Alfredo Guzman-Salazar

AKA: Alfredillo
Reward: UP TO $10 MILLION

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