This Veterans Day, DEA San Antonio District Office Assistant Special Agent in Charge Ben Post and the DEA San Antonio Division honor all veterans. We recognize and thank #DEAVets for their service and sacrifice – contributions that are vital to our nation and the strength of our communities. We appreciate your ongoing commitment to protecting our country and advancing the DEA mission to keep our neighborhoods safe and drug-free. #VeteransDay
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A Homeland Security Taskforce (HSTF) investigation involving #DEA San Antonio, @FBISanAntonio, @GuadalupeSOTX and @TxDPSCentral led to the seizure of more than 70 lbs. destined for nearby communities during a traffic stop on I-10.
Coordinated law enforcement efforts save lives.
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DEA Laredo Assistant Special Agent in Charge Robert Kennedy joined leadership from U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) during a press conference to discuss Operation Southern Surge—a targeted initiative supported by the Homeland Security Task Force to crack down on drug seizures and protect American communities.
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DEA Laredo Group Supervisor Thomas Mangiamele participated in a Red Ribbon Event at Lara Academy in Laredo, where he discussed the legacy of DEA Special Agent Enrique "Kiki" Camarena and the significance of Red Ribbon Week in promoting drug prevention and honoring his sacrifice.
He also highlighted DEA's Fentanyl Free America initiative and emphasized the importance of informed decisions to protect against the dangers of illicit drugs.
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ICYMI: Brownsville Resident Agent in Charge Steven Ohman spoke on the threat of deadly drugs, like Fentanyl, at a recent awareness summit in Brownsville aimed at educating parents on various drug trends.
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🎉 Today, DEA kicks off the 2026 #RedRibbon Week! Join us in celebrating this vital initiative and spreading awareness about preventing drug misuse. Together, we can unite for a safer, healthier, and drug-free future! 💪🔴
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Laredo man sentenced in a DEA led Homeland Security Task Force investigation involving fatal fentanyl deal. Read full press release: https://t.co/8LLcOm0O3X
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Gather all unneeded, unused or expired medications for #DEATakeBackDay. Safely dispose of them at one of the 4,200 drop-off locations to prevent misuse and protect our communities. #TakeBackDay https://t.co/eNwiDyjuCZ
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#TakeBackDay is a free event for communities nationwide to properly dispose of old and unneeded medications safely and anonymously. On Saturday, October 24, from 10am-2pm bring those old and unneeded medications to a collection site near you: https://t.co/MjGG1a9lMy
SENTENCED: San Antonio felon sentenced to over 16 Years for dealing Fentanyl in Schertz.
During the investigation, the Guadalupe County Sheriff's Office discovered that illicit drugs and counterfeit fentanyl pills were being advertised for sale on social media.
Read full press release: https://t.co/kHQ3uXJcFu
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