Federal Investigation Uncovers ‘Massive’ Cross-country Fentanyl Ring, Dozens Charged

A federal investigation that began with the fatal overdose of a young mother two years ago has led to the bust of a “massive” cross-country fentanyl distribution ring. “Fentanyl is the greatest threat to Americans today,” Drug Enforcement Administrator Anne Milgram told reporters during a news conference on Nov. 20. “It is devastating families across our country and killing Americans from all walks of life,” Ms. Milgram said. “And it is the leading cause of death today in the United States for Americans between the age of 18 and 45.” Most recently, 11 additional suspects were indicted as part of the ongoing investigation into the cross-country drug conspiracy that started in August 2020, authorities said....