DEA Let Fentanyl Reach New Mexico Streets to Build Bigger Cases
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Updated · NPR · Jun 25
DEA Let Fentanyl Reach New Mexico Streets to Build Bigger Cases
3 articles · Updated · NPR · Jun 25
Summary
AP reported that federal drug agents allowed large quantities of fentanyl onto New Mexico streets during an investigation rather than seizing it immediately.
DEA agents did so to pursue bigger cases, according to the investigation discussed by NPR with AP reporter Jim Mustian.
The finding centers on investigative tactics that let a highly lethal drug circulate in the community while agents sought higher-value targets.