DEA New England Division

05/14/2026

Fentanyl seizure in Providence, Rhode Island thanks to the strong collaboration between federal, state, and local law enforcement. This case is a reminder that partnership and relentless enforcement save lives. Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA

05/14/2026

🚨Drug bust in Providence, Rhode Island! Authorities seized 55,000 counterfeit fentanyl pills allegedly tied to the Sinaloa Cartel. Officials say the operation may have prevented thousands of deadly overdoses.

05/05/2026

Great collaboration! Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Monday, May 4, 2026

Media Contact: Cody Shepard

Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

NORFOLK — Chief James Barrett reports that members of the Norfolk Police Department, working in coordination with federal and regional partners, executed a search warrant on Monday morning following a months-long investigation into suspected narcotics activity.

On May 4, Norfolk Police Detectives, along with agents from the Drug Enforcement Administration New Bedford Resident Office, Federal Task Force Officers from several nearby municipalities, Detectives from the Plainville Police Department, and an Ashland Police K9 Officer, executed multiple court-authorized search warrants in town.

Police recovered a significant quantity of suspected narcotics, rifles and handguns from the home at 70 Mirror Lake Ave.

As a result of the investigation, VANNAKONE KASOMANY and JENNIFER THIBODEAU were arrested. They face charges related to narcotics offenses and items recovered during the warrant ex*****on.

"This was a significant seizure of illegal drugs and fi****ms," said Chief Barrett. "Removing these substances and weapons from the community improves safety for our residents and our officers. Smaller communities are not insulated from this type of activity, which is why our detectives work closely with regional and federal partners to identify and stop it. We appreciate the collaborative effort among all agencies that made this operation possible."

KASOMANY and THIBODEAU will be arraigned Tuesday in Wrentham District Court.

The investigation remains ongoing.

These are allegations. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty.

04/27/2026

Nearly 30-thousand bags of he**in and fentanyl were seized in Holyoke, MA—dangerous drugs that will never make it to the streets. This operation is a powerful reminder of the work being done every day to disrupt trafficking and prevent overdoses. Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA

04/27/2026

Major win for public safety 🚨

DEA agents and local law enforcement in New Hampshire seized fentanyl, m**h, and cocaine—substances that put countless lives at risk. Every seizure helps prevent overdoses, disrupt trafficking, and keep neighborhoods safer. Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA

04/27/2026

From drop-off to destruction 🔥💊

Thanks to our community medications collected on Drug Take Back Day didn’t just leave medicine cabinets, they were destroyed at secure incinerators for safe disposal. That means fewer drugs in the wrong hands 🙌🏻 Thank YOU!

04/27/2026

Framingham, Massachusetts showed up and made a difference! 💊👏

Thanks to our amazing community, this year’s Drug Take Back Day was a huge success — helping remove unused and expired medications from homes and keeping them out of the wrong hands! Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA

04/22/2026

Authorities in New Hampshire seized fentanyl, m**h, weapons and cash aimed at keeping communities in the Granite State safe. This is a stark reminder of the fight against drugs and the impact they have on families and neighborhoods. Concord NH Police Department Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA

04/16/2026

Our Community Outreach Specialist had a great time representing our team at Lowell High School’s job fair! 🎓✨ Connecting with students and inspiring the next generation is what it’s all about. The curiosity and ambition we saw was truly next level! 💼🚀 Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA

04/09/2026

What a fantastic day at the University of Rhode Island College of Pharmacy! 👏

Diversion staff took the stage to present to 75 engaged students, with DI Tiffany Turner, DI Lisa Fernandes, and GS Jennifer Donahue leading the conversation. This marked the first presentation for DI Turner and DI Fernandes—and they absolutely knocked it out of the park! 🔥 The room was filled with curiosity, thoughtful questions, and meaningful dialogue—proof that the next generation of pharmacy professionals is ready to learn, lead, and make an impact.

Great work by the entire team! 💊✨ Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA

04/09/2026

Big win, big message!✨ Ava Tackett, a 6th grader in Connecticut, has won this year’s Red Ribbon Theme Contest proving that leadership has no age limit. 💪🏻 Her powerful message reminds us even the youngest voices can inspire change! Take a look at some photos taken during a ceremony at the Griswold Middle School today! 👏🏻 Special Agent in Charge Jarod Forget and Community Outreach Specialist Brian O’Keefe traveled to the school for the special event! Go Ava! https://www.dea.gov/press-releases/2026/04/09/connecticut-student-wins-national-red-ribbon-theme-contest Drug Enforcement Administration - DEA