AMARILLO, Texas — In a major law enforcement action, U.S. Attorney Sarah R. Saldaña, Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Acting Special Agent in Charge Dan R. Salter, and FBI Dallas Division Special Agent in Charge Diego Rodriguez will host a press conference today, September 24, 2013, at 2:00 p.m. to announce the results of a recent investigation.
The press conference, which will be held on the front steps of the J. Marvin Jones Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse at 205 East Fifth Street in Amarillo, is expected to shed light on a major law enforcement action in the city. The event will be attended by several dignitaries, including U.S. Attorney Sarah R. Saldaña, First Assistant U.S. Attorney John Parker, DEA Acting Special Agent in Charge Dan R. Salter, FBI Dallas Division Special Agent in Charge Diego Rodriguez, and local law enforcement officials.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office, DEA, and FBI have been working together to take down a major drug trafficking operation in Amarillo. While details of the investigation are scarce, sources close to the matter have indicated that the operation has been ongoing for several months and has resulted in numerous arrests and seizures of narcotics.
The press conference is expected to provide more information on the investigation and the individuals involved. It is unclear at this time whether any charges have been filed or if any arrests have been made.
According to sources, the investigation is still ongoing, and further action is expected in the coming days and weeks. The U.S. Attorney’s Office, DEA, and FBI have declined to comment on the matter, citing the ongoing nature of the investigation.
Those interested in attending the press conference should note that in case of inclement weather, the event will be held at the Randall County Sheriff’s Office located at 9100 S. Georgia St. in Amarillo. For more information or to inquire about logistics, please contact Kathy Colvin at 214-659-8600 or kathy.colvin@usdoj.gov.
The investigation is a significant blow to the drug trafficking operation in Amarillo, and it is expected to send a strong message to those involved in the illicit trade. The U.S. Attorney’s Office, DEA, and FBI are committed to taking down these types of operations and bringing those responsible to justice.
The results of the investigation will be made public during the press conference today. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
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Key Facts
- State: Texas
- Category: Drug Trafficking|Violent Crime|Organized Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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