PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Two Honduran nationals accused of running fentanyl trafficking operations in Oregon have been extradited to the United States, where they now face federal charges in the District of Oregon.
Extradition and Court Appearance
Teodoro Rodas Dubon, 32, and Erick Yojan Lopez Miralda, 38, appeared in federal court in Portland on Sept. 16 after being extradited from Honduras. Both men entered not guilty pleas to conspiracy charges related to fentanyl distribution.
A federal judge ordered the men to remain in custody pending their jury trials, which are scheduled to begin in November.
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Federal authorities highlighted the extraditions as part of a broader effort to combat fentanyl trafficking, which has devastated communities across Oregon and the nation.
“Rodas Dubon and Lopez Miralda’s extraditions to the District of Oregon send a critical message: the United States will relentlessly pursue and hold accountable those involved in trafficking fentanyl,” said Scott Bradford, U.S. Attorney for the District of Oregon. “These cases reinforce our commitment to holding all individuals involved in illicit drug operations accountable for the devastating impact they’ve had in Oregon.”
Alleged Trafficking Operations in Portland
According to prosecutors, both men played leading roles in separate but related fentanyl trafficking operations.
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Rodas Dubon is accused of directing and controlling the distribution of bulk quantities of fentanyl across the Portland area beginning in 2022. Authorities said his organization supplied large amounts of the powerful synthetic opioid before law enforcement disrupted the network. Following enforcement actions, Rodas Dubon returned to Honduras.
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Lopez Miralda allegedly ran a fentanyl distribution cell in Portland in 2023. Prosecutors said multiple kilograms of fentanyl were seized as part of investigations into his operation. Like Rodas Dubon, Lopez Miralda fled to Honduras after law enforcement dismantled parts of the network.
Both men were arrested by Honduran police in January 2025 and remained in custody until their Sept. 15 extradition to the U.S.
Federal Agencies Respond
Law enforcement leaders underscored the international cooperation behind the extraditions, calling them vital to the fight against fentanyl trafficking.
“The DEA and our partners will aggressively pursue threats like these no matter where they come from,” said David Reames, DEA Special Agent in Charge. “Our mission is to protect our communities from the dangers of fentanyl, and this case shows that borders will not shield traffickers from accountability.”
The Fentanyl Crisis in Oregon
Oregon, like much of the U.S., has grappled with a sharp rise in fentanyl-related overdoses and deaths. The drug, often mixed with other substances, is significantly more potent than heroin or morphine, making even small doses potentially lethal.
Local and federal authorities have stepped up efforts to intercept fentanyl shipments, dismantle trafficking organizations, and raise public awareness about the dangers of counterfeit pills containing the drug.
The arrests and extraditions of Rodas Dubon and Lopez Miralda mark a significant step in those enforcement efforts, though officials warn that the fight against fentanyl trafficking is ongoing.
Next Steps
Both men remain in federal custody in Oregon. Their jury trials are slated for November, where they will face conspiracy charges that carry significant prison sentences if convicted.
Authorities emphasized that the outcome of these cases will not only hold the accused accountable but also send a warning to other traffickers who may attempt to operate in Oregon.
