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"Today it's News, Tomorrow it's History".....a saying used by a local news affiliate here in #Pennsylvania (WPMT Fox43). We couldn't agree more! Below is a great example of why #lawenforcement leaders are choosing CRIMEWATCH® to share all their public safety news and information! #police #sheriff #trooper #pio #publicsafety #socialmedia #iacp #nioa #crimewatch #crimestoppers #crimeprevention #criminalinvestigation

🎧 NEW EPISODE ALERT 🎙️ In today's episode, we dive deep into the shadowy world of drug production and its far-reaching financial tentacles. We're peeling back layers of the global drug trade, estimated at a staggering $2 trillion that is led by some formidable players who have mastered money laundering operations. Listen in as Gary Lawrence draws from his own experiences as a retired #DEA Supervisory Special Agent, current Financial Crimes Advisor, and Veteran, to share how crucial it is that we stop the enemy at America's gates. Gary reveals the secrets behind illegal money laundering and how current government policies could be enabling addiction, as well as encouraging our enemies to keep pursuing drug trafficking. Join us as we discuss: *Gary's background in law enforcement and the DEA *Synergy Between Mexican Cartels and Chinese Companies *The pressing need for strategic policy response to drug trafficking he perceived reduction in legal risk leading to increased drug use in America 👉 Listen to the full episode with Michael W. Brown here: https://hubs.li/Q02v9_zh0 #publichealth #fentanylawareness #opioids #opioidawareness #opioidmatrix #illicitdrugs #drugtrafficking #drugcartels #fentanyl #moneylaundering

BOLO! Great Information on TUSI aka Pink Cocaine. We’ve recently seen this on our travels, and soon you (law enforcement) may see it too. Our MX Device is a good tool to have in your toolbox when you encounter these new emerging drug trends. #police #lawenforcement #drugenforcement #druginterdiction #corrections #DEA #HSI #CBP #USPIS

DEA Releases 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment DEA Administrator Anne Milgram unveiled the 2024 National Drug Threat Assessment (NDTA), offering a comprehensive analysis of the illicit drug threats and trafficking trends in the U.S. Key Highlights: Synthetic Drug Crisis: Shift from plant-based drugs to synthetic ones like fentanyl and methamphetamine has exacerbated the drug crisis. Cartel Influence: Sinaloa and Jalisco cartels are the primary culprits behind synthetic drug trafficking. Staggering Statistics: In 2022, drug-related deaths reached 107,941, with fentanyl responsible for 70% of these fatalities. Record Seizures: Fentanyl seizures in 2023 hit unprecedented levels, with over 79 million pills and 13,176 kilograms of powder seized. Digital Drug Trade: Social media and encrypted apps are revolutionizing how cartels operate, extending their reach globally. International Collaborations: Cartels are partnering with China-based chemical companies and money laundering networks, increasingly using cryptocurrency. This assessment is crucial for law enforcement, policymakers, and the public in combating the ongoing drug crisis. For more details, visit DEA.gov. Do you need a safe way to handle #NonSterile #Hazardous #Drugs like #Fentanyl? #AirCleanSystems has a solution for you! Check out our Type C PowderSafe Powder Enclosure! We utilize #carbon and #HEPAfiltration with our HEPASafe permanent backup #HEPA filter. Contact me for more information. I am happy to help! JanieBarbour@AirCleanSystems.com or 919-754-3730. https://lnkd.in/ekz8gHuD #DEA #NDTA2024 #DrugCrisis #FentanylCrisis #PublicSafety #DrugTrafficking #SyntheticDrugs

Narcotics investigations, coordinated by law enforcement, employ surveillance, undercover operations, and forensic analysis to disrupt illegal drug activities encompassing production, distribution, and consumption. These endeavors are critical in identifying, apprehending, and dismantling the networks perpetuating drug abuse. By targeting the root causes of drug trafficking, these investigations play a crucial role in ensuring public health and safety. https://lnkd.in/eGhk4Zyf

***EXCERPTS*** DEA Press Release re Year in Review: DEA Innovates to Fight Fentanyl "Today, fentanyl is the leading cause of death for Americans between the ages of 18 and 45. In calendar year 2023, DEA seized more than 77 million fentanyl pills and nearly 12,000 pounds of fentanyl powder. This is the most fentanyl seized by DEA in a single year. It amounts to more than 386 million deadly doses of fentanyl—enough to kill every American." "The fentanyl we see today is even deadlier than before. Fentanyl pills today are more potent. DEA laboratory testing in 2023 showed that 7 out of 10 pills tested contain a potentially deadly dose of fentanyl. This is an increase from 4 out of 10 pills in 2021 and 6 out of 10 pills in 2022. A potentially deadly dose is considered just two milligrams of fentanyl, which is approximately the amount that fits on the tip of a pencil." "The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is predicting record numbers of drug poisonings for 2023, with their latest estimate for the 12-month period ending June 2023 at 112,323 American lives lost. Nearly 70% of these drug poisonings are from fentanyl."   "DEA has responded to this unprecedented threat with unprecedented action. DEA’s mission is to save American lives by defeating the two cartels that are responsible for the vast majority of fentanyl that is flooding our country: the Sinaloa Cartel and the Jalisco Cartel. DEA has built a new strategic layer of Counter Threat Teams to focus on each cartel and the illicit finance networks that fund them both. These Counter Threat Teams draw on the intelligence from our 334 offices around the world to map the cartels’ global networks and to identify targets for investigation and prosecution. While the cartels’ operations are based in Mexico, DEA has identified more than 50 additional countries where these criminal networks operate. DEA has also traced the cartels’ global supply chain around the world. The cartels purchase chemicals from companies in China, mass produce the fentanyl in Mexico, and then traffic and distribute finished fentanyl widely throughout the United States." # # # For full press release, go to DEA website: https://lnkd.in/grh5KZtp

🚨 Stay Ahead of Illicit Drug Trends! 🚨 Check out this new blog where Nancy Otto discusses features that are critical for #police and #lawenforcement to have access to when using analytical equipment in the field. #raman #presumptiveid #druganalysis #ramanspectroscopy https://lnkd.in/ga9AxZ7c

Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than heroin and is present in many illegal drugs, yet most kids don’t understand the dangers of fentanyl. This National Fentanyl Awareness Day, learn more about the dangers of fentanyl and how you can help prevent drug overdoses in the US: fentanylawarenessday.org. #NationalFentanylAwarenessDay #JustSayKNOW #NoRandomPills

Risk Alert: Drug Smuggling and Preventative Measures Robust and up to date preventative measures and crew training are imperative to safeguard against unsuspecting involvement in trafficking activities. Read our latest Risk Alert here: https://ow.ly/LZ1l50RvQLl #SteamshipMutual #LossPrevention #MutualVision

Why Traverse Project? We know this industry needs to evolve. Traditional methods are failing to hit the root of the problem, hence making this the fastest-growing global crime next to the drug trade. Data is the biggest force multiplier in the fight to disrupt human trafficking networks. Join the fight! www.traverseproject.org . . . #traverseproject #osint #osintforgood #endhumantrafficking❌ #childtraffickingmuststop #strongenough2saveachild #protectourchildern #humantraffickingawareness #humantraffickingfight #humantraffickingprevention #protectourchildern