September 7, 2010

Inside the DEA

With exclusive access, National Geographic goes inside a major international DEA drug bust taking place this fall in four countries simultaneously. It’s the final blow to a multi-million dollar heroin smuggling ring with tentacles spreading from the poppy fields of Colombia to the streets of New York and San Diego.

Follow four agents—hidden from the public eye— working around the country and across the globe identifying, investigating and dismantling major international drug trafficking organizations. Then, enter the agency’s unique operational and intelligence capabilities on the frontlines of one of the longest running wars in the world today.

Bonus Program: Narco State: It's a raging drug war that has turned Phoenix, Arizona into the second kidnapping capital of the world. National Geographic correspondent Lisa Ling embeds with the Phoenix Police Department as they investigate the latest drug-related kidnapping, uncover a cache of $3 million worth of marijuana and ambush suspects at a ransom drop-off. Then, cross the border and ride along with a photojournalist on his crime beat in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico – the deadliest city in North America.

Hear voices from both sides of the battle, including a former cartel hit man, federal agents and victims who have survived horrific acts of violence.




September 7, 2010 Inside the DEA With exclusive access, National Geographic goes inside a major international DEA drug bust taking place this fall in four countries simultaneously. It’s the final blow to a multi-million dollar heroin smuggling ring with tentacles spreading from the poppy fields of Colombia to the streets of New York and San Diego. Follow four agents—hidden from the public eye— working around the country and across the globe identifying, investigating and dismantling major international drug trafficking organizations. Then, enter the agency’s unique operational and intelligence capabilities on the frontlines of one of the longest running wars in the world today. Bonus Program: Narco State: It's a raging drug war that has turned Phoenix, Arizona into the second kidnapping capital of the world. National Geographic correspondent Lisa Ling embeds with the Phoenix Police Department as they investigate the latest drug-related kidnapping, uncover a cache of $3 million worth of marijuana and ambush suspects at a ransom drop-off. Then, cross the border and ride along with a photojournalist on his crime beat in Ciudad Juárez, Mexico – the deadliest city in North America. Hear voices from both sides of the battle, including a former cartel hit man, federal agents and victims who have survived horrific acts of violence.