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Historic Fentanyl Bust: 16 Arrested, 11.5 Kg Seized

5/7/2025

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In a groundbreaking operation, federal authorities dismantled a fentanyl trafficking ring in New Mexico tied to the notorious Sinaloa Cartel. Sixteen arrests were made, alongside a staggering 11.5 kilograms of fentanyl, firearms, and cash seized—marking the largest fentanyl bust in U.S. history. Attorney General Pam Bondi underscored the commitment to collaborate with Mexico for extraditing cartel members.

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In a groundbreaking operation, federal authorities dismantled a fentanyl trafficking ring in New Mexico tied to the notorious Sinaloa Cartel. Sixteen arrests were made, alongside a staggering 11.5 kilograms of fentanyl, firearms, and cash seized—marking the largest fentanyl bust in U.S. history. Attorney General Pam Bondi underscored the commitment to collaborate with Mexico for extraditing cartel members.