Tennessee Drug Enforcement Administration Newswire

2 illegal aliens from Mexico sentenced to decades in federal prison for drug trafficking in West Tennessee  

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -– Brothers, Julio Cesar Garcia, 45, and Juan Carlos Garcia, 41, both of Chiapas, Mexico, were sentenced following their 2023 trial conviction. In 2021, these individuals were indicted for conspiracy to possess with intent to distribute …

Federal Authorities Suspend License of Tennessee Independent Pharmacy Owner Accused of Trading Prescription Drugs for ...

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on Monday announced that it issued an Immediate Suspension Order (ISO) to A+ Pharmacy, an independently owned pharmacy in Chattanooga, Tennessee, as its owner was accused of trading prescription drugs for sex …

DEA suspends Chattanooga pharmacy’s license

The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration issued an immediate suspension order Monday to a Chattanooga pharmacy. A+ Pharmacy will no longer have the ability to handle controlled substances, according to a DEA press release. The suspension is the result of …

Highway 58 Pharmacist Was Trading Drugs For Sex Acts, Feds Say; Drug Store Shut Down

Authorities say a drug store on Highway 58 was shut down on Monday after learning that the pharmacist was trading drugs for sex acts. Nader Rahbe was arrested on charges of selling legend drugs without a prescription. Authorities said they seized video …

DEA Makes "Disturbing" Findings At Pharmacy On Highway 58; Revokes Ability To Handle Controlled Substances

Authorities say a drug store on Highway 58 was shut down on Monday after learning that the pharmacist was trading drugs for sex acts. Nader Rahbe was arrested on charges of selling legend drugs without a prescription. Authorities said they seized video …

DEA: Chattanooga pharmacist accused of exchanging drugs for sex at Highway 58 pharmacy

UPDATE: A newly released affidavit says a Chattanooga pharmacist had sexual encounters with roughly 20 to 30 women in exchange for prescriptions or controlled substances, describing the activity as part of his “sexual fantasies.” According to the affidavit …

U.S. Marshals Service locate fugitive in Mexico; extradition process begins to return defendant to West Tennessee

“The U.S. Marshals Service’s reach is far and wide. For those who think they are safe from capture, it’s just a matter of time before you will face the consequences in a court of law.” – U.S. Marshal Tyreece L. Miller.   Memphis, TN – Today, D. Michael …

Operation TriStar Hammer targets drug trafficking

Leading to 61 arrests in West Tennessee, with more arrests anticipated   District Attorney General, Jody Pickens, announced alongside members of the 26th Judicial District Drug Task Force, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and local law enforcement …

North Dakota AG joins 42 others urging Congress to crack down on drug additive making fentanyl deadlier

FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - North Dakota Attorney General Drew Wrigley is among 43 state attorneys general calling on Congress to take federal action against a dangerous veterinary sedative that is making fentanyl even more deadly. In a letter dated …

In ONE day’s time – Memphis Safe Task Force officers made 51 arrests, recovered 7 illegal guns, Thursday

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Safe Task Force on Thursday executed 51 criminal arrests and recovered seven illegal firearms.   Of note:   Demario Anderson, 35, was arrested in St. Louis, Missouri, on a collateral lead for a homicide in Shelby County. On …

Trump’s Justice Department Dropped 23,000 Criminal Investigations To Focus On Deportations

from the criminal-masterminds dept This story was originally published by ProPublica. Republished under a CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 license. In the first days after Pam Bondi was appointed attorney general last year, the Department of Justice began shutting down …

Tennessee kratom ban legislation advances

Legislation that would ban kratom, an opioid-like substance used recreationally and for pain relief, is advancing toward a floor vote in the Tennessee legislature. Tennessee law already criminalizes synthetic forms of the substance, but the latest bill, …

Attorney General Jeff Jackson Calls on Congress to Pass Bipartisan Legislation That Would Regulate Deadly Drug Xylazine

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, March 31, 2026 Contact: comms@ncdoj.gov 919-538-2809 RALEIGH – Attorney General Jeff Jackson today joined a bipartisan group of attorneys general urging Congress to pass the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act (S. 545/ H.R. …

West Tennessee man sentenced to 20 years in prison for federal methamphetamine offense

JACKSON, Tenn. – Jonathan Ray Forrest, 43, has been sentenced to 20 years in federal prison for possessing over 50 grams of actual methamphetamine with intent to distribute.  D. Michael Dunavant, United States Attorney for the Western District of Tennessee …

PADD shares legislative updates

On Monday, Governor Lee released his budget amendment, taking into consideration a lot of the legislation that has either passed or is getting worked through now. In other words, budget season is upon us. Because of this, last week we saw a significant …

Bipartisan Attorneys General Urge Congress to Crack Down on Xylazine Abuse

By Ginika Igboke  A bipartisan coalition of 41 state and territorial attorneys general is calling on Congress to pass legislation aimed at curbing the growing abuse of xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer increasingly found mixed with illicit drugs such as …

New lethal drug statewide

The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) is warning the public about a newly identified deadly synthetic opioid, cychlorphine, which is 10 times stronger than fentanyl and is now associated with more than 1,633 fatal overdoses in Tennessee. Fentanyl is …

Multi-county drug bust in Middle Tenn. nets meth, fentanyl, guns, cash

Law enforcement agencies across Middle Tennessee seized large amounts of drugs, weapons and cash during a coordinated multi-county operation, officials said. The effort spanned Davidson, Rutherford and Sumner counties and involved multiple agencies working …

Trenton man sentenced to 20 years for federal firearms offense

PRESS RELEASE FROM THE UNITED STATES ATTORNEY'S OFFICE (WDTN): JACKSON, Tenn. — Cameron Treon Banks, 30, of Trenton, Tennessee, has been sentenced to 240 months in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. D. Michael …

The National Space Society Welcomes the Crew of Artemis 2 Home

Now we must focus on continued forward-looking goals EXPLORATION PARK, FL, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the evening of April 10, the Artemis 2 mission concluded with a flawless reentry and splashdown off the coast of …

TGTE Responds to Sri Lanka Denial of U.S. Aircraft, Calls 'Neutrality' a Strategic Cover

TGTE says Sri Lanka’s neutrality masks geopolitical alignments and urges shift toward Trincomalee for Indian Ocean security. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Transnational Government of Tamil Eelam (TGTE) …

April 10, 2026 Traffic Advisory

Events happening in the City of Boston will bring some parking restrictions and street closures.  People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on …

Standing Up for Food Access and Frontline Workers

Access to food is a basic need – and the Council is taking a stand to help protect it. During this week’s Council meeting, Councilors Louijeune and Santana offered a resolution calling for the protection and strengthening of the Supplemental Nutrition …

Honoring a Legacy of Peace and Civic Action

A life rooted in purpose and community continues to inspire Boston, as the Council has adopted a resolution recognizing April 13th as Louis D. Brown Day of Civic Engagement. Offered by Councilors FitzGerald and Worrell, the resolution honors Louis D. Brown …

Council Recognizes Autism Acceptance Month

With a focus on understanding, inclusion, and community, the Council has officially adopted a resolution recognizing April as Autism Acceptance Month. Offered by Councilors Durkan, Breadon, and Pepén, the resolution highlights the importance of moving …

$4M in Funding Included in House Ways and Means Proposed Budget to Support Efforts to Address Safety, Health and Quality ...

 Mayor Michelle Wu today joined House Ways and Means Chairman Aaron Michlewitz and State Representative John Moran to announce $4 million in new funding that will be included in the House Ways & Means proposed budget in support of ongoing initiatives …

Boston Emergency Medical Services Celebrate New EMTS and Recent Promotions

Ceremony honors 26 graduating recruits and 8 promotions to enhance emergency medical services in the City of Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, Boston Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and the Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) celebrated the graduation of 26 …

Jack Brewer, Founder and Chairman of the Jack Brewer Foundation, Joins Florida Leaders to Advance Child Abuse Prevention

Jack Brewer Foundation joins Florida leaders to advance child abuse prevention, strengthening families, supporting fatherhood, and serving at-risk youth. TALLAHASSEE, FL, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Jack Brewer Foundation ( …

Margie Barilla Foundation Donates Prom Dresses to Support Local Youth in Collin County

The Margie Barilla Foundation partnered with the Boys & Girls Club of Collin County on March 28, 2026, to donate prom dresses to young women in the community. COLLIN COUNTY, TX, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Margie Barilla …

Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners' Association (NSWCA) Elects New 2026 Board

Massapequa Water District Commissioner Michael E. Mazzola Named Board President CARLE PLACE, NY, UNITED STATES, April 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Nassau Suffolk Water Commissioners’ Association (NSWCA) announced the election of its 2026 …

Winthrop Man Charged with Receiving Stolen Government Money and Social Security Fraud

BOSTON – A Winthrop man was arrested today for Social Security fraud over a period of more than four years.

Philadelphia Man Convicted of His Second Firearms Offense in Less Than Two Weeks

Chelsea Man Sentenced for His Role in a Mail Theft and Check Fraud Scheme

BOSTON – A Chelsea man was sentenced today in federal court in Boston for fraudulently depositing checks stolen from the mail.

Retired Massachusetts State Police Sergeant Agrees to Plead Guilty to PPP Fraud

BOSTON – A retired Sergeant for the Massachusetts State Police has been charged and has agreed to plead guilty to allegedly fraudulently obtaining a Paycheck Protection Program loan, which was later forgiven.

Wagoner Resident Sentenced For Felony Assault And Illegally Possessing Ammunition

Justice Department Files Lawsuit Against Washtenaw County, Michigan for Interfering with Federal Immigration Laws

Yesterday, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against the County of Washtenaw, the Washtenaw County Board of Commissioners, Washtenaw County Sheriff Alyshia M. Dyer, the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office, Washtenaw County Prosecuting Attorney Eli …

IBM Pays $17 Million to Resolve Allegations of Discrimination Through Illegal DEI Practices

Today, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche announced the first False Claims Act resolution secured under the Civil Rights Fraud Initiative, which he launched in May 2025.  International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has agreed to pay the United …

Thomasville Man with Violent Criminal Past Pleads Guilty to Gun Charge

ALBANY, Ga. – A South Georgia man with a prior conviction for rape and kidnapping who was wanted for a north Florida bank robbery and captured in Georgia after attempting to run from deputies while carrying a firearm is facing a maximum of 15 years in …

Asian Boyz Gang Member and Second Gang Associate from Lowell Plead Guilty to Methamphetamine Pill Trafficking Conspiracy

BOSTON – Two Lowell men with allegiances to the Asian Boyz gang have pleaded guilty to distributing and conspiring to distribute thousands of counterfeit Adderall pills containing methamphetamine.