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Join the chilling journey of a two-year investigation into a deadly drug ring that used social media to distribute drugs across the US. Exploring the rise in overdose deaths during the pandemic, the role of social media in the drug trade, and the challenges in intercepting drug shipments.
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- Law enforcement agencies successfully traced a national drug ring by monitoring social media activity, specifically on Instagram.
- The use of social media platforms for illegal drug trade poses challenges for authorities, and encryption in messaging apps further complicates investigations.
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Investigation into Diamond Lynch's Death
Diamond Lynch, a 20-year-old DC resident, died from a lethal dose of fentanyl after consuming a pill she thought was Percocet. The DEA and FBI launched an extensive investigation that uncovered a national drug ring. The investigation led to the arrest of 26 individuals, 23 of whom are in custody. It was revealed that Lynch's activity on Instagram played a significant role in tracing the cross-country drug operation.
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