The Fent Report: DEA Operation Last Mile Disrupts Fentanyl Trafficking

Fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid. In recent days the opioid epidemic continues to ravage communities across the United States. This drug, which is up to 100 times stronger than morphine, has been responsible for an alarming number of overdoses and deaths. From its use in pain management to its illegal distribution on the streets, fentanyl has become a pervasive and deadly force. In this written series, we will explore the latest news and developments surrounding fentanyl, including its impact on public health, law enforcement efforts to combat its use, and the ongoing debates surrounding its regulation and control.

The FENT REPORT:

• Washington bans drugs after ODs, fentanyl deaths (nypost.com)
• More people died of Fentanyl overdoses in 2021 than meth, cocaine or heroin — WSB-TV Channel 2 — Atlanta (wsbtv.com)
• Big Island mother mourns as fentanyl deaths become more common throughout islands | KHON2
• Mexico claims proof of Chinese fentanyl smuggling — BBC News
• Fentanyl: the synthetic opioid devastating the US — BBC Reel
• New drug reportedly stronger than fentanyl spotted in Boulder — CBS Colorado (cbsnews.com)
• Families and friends demonstrate in support of fentanyl awareness | News | kezi.com
• Fentanyl, two ounces of meth found during warrant check in Tusculum | WJHL | Tri-Cities News & Weather
• Virginia man charged with dealing fentanyl mixture, known as ‘Zombie’ drug | WRIC ABC 8News
• DEA: Fentanyl and meth pouring into North Texas at an alarming rate — CBS Texas (cbsnews.com)
• $24K in fentanyl, cocaine seized during Sagadahoc County traffic stop (wabi.tv)
• Family of Stanislaus fentanyl victim, 14, keeps memory alive | Modesto Bee (modbee.com)
• Families and loved ones rally outside the Capitol for fentanyl awareness | State News | komu.com
• DEA Operation Last Mile Disrupts Fentanyl Trafficking Fueled by the Sinaloa and Jalisco Cartels | OPA | Department of Justice
• Largest International Operation Against Darknet Trafficking of Fentanyl and Opioids Results in Record Arrests and Seizures | OPA | Department of Justice

*The series focuses on the previous 7 days of this publication.