(WDAM) - A man was arrested and a large number of drugs and serval guns were seized during a drug bust on Tuesday morning. VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. - Sixteen people were arrested over a couple of days in a series of drug busts that resulted in fentanyl, heroin, crack cocaine and more being seized by Volusia County deputies. While more than 25 pounds of methamphetamine were actually seized in Arkansas, the investigation revealed that hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine had been trafficked from California for distribution in central Arkansas in the course of this conspiracy. Roughly $10,000 in cash, guns, the truck and motorcycle, along with the drugs were seized. TROY R. LOADHOLT, aka Tricky, 36, Russellville Use of a firearm in relation to a drug-trafficking crime is punishable by not less than 5 years' incarceration, not more than life, in the Bureau of Prisons, consecutive to any other conviction, with a possible fine of up to $250,000, and not more than 3 years supervised release. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. The arrests by federal and state authorities, as well as nine local agencies, happened after a controlled delivery of a package of drugs from Mexico and the discovery of a mushroom and DMT home lab and dispensary, police said. Wednesdays arrest operation included the assistance of DEA, ATF, U.S. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS We have to be good stewards of what we have been gifted, Russellville Mayor Fred Teague said to a crowd of about 200 gathered for the First Friday Breakfast inside the Center for the Arts hosted by the Russellville Area Chamber of Commerce. Miguel Caro, 35, was taken into custody by Yell County Sheriffs Investigators and agents of the 15th Judicial District Drug Task Force during an ongoing investigation into sales of fentanyl in Yell County. All but one of the case's 17 defendants, an accused lower level drug dealer, have been arrested and arraigned, according to prosecutors, and most are being held on significant bail. At about 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 31, deputies conducted a traffic stop in the city of Irvine, which resulted in the discovery of illicit pills stamped as known prescription medication. Both later appeared in a felony bond hearing and during the hearings, their bonds were set. Official websites use .gov People accused of selling prescription drugs, meth and pot were arrested. The investigation was . It soon became apparent that the methamphetamine trafficking in this area went far beyond only NAE members, and the Fifth Judicial District Drug Task Force enlisted the help of the DEA and ATF. $6.95 What to Know. 4 weeks $6.95 13 weeks $20.85 26 weeks $41.70 52 weeks $83.40. Two McMinnville residents are among nine people arrested from a 16-month meth sting that included agents with the TBI and Homeland Security. In February 2021, we began an investigation into Charles Edward White Jr., and were able to utilize confidential sources to purchase 3.5 grams, or an 8-ball, of methamphetamine from him, said Merriman. A search warrant was executed at Murdocks home in Killen, Alabama, where another two pounds of meth, marijuana and several thousands of dollars in cash were found. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. Over the past two days, those individuals have been arrested and booked into area jails. November 20, 2021 7:47 PM ET. Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! KATHRINE R. ROSS, aka Katie, 26, Russellville On June 8, the DeKalb County Grand Jury returned indictments, charging multiple individuals on various drug-related charges. Please use the button below to verify an existing account or to purchase a new subscription. (KAIT) - A multi-agency drug investigation into drug trafficking uncovered a hallucinogenic drug with a street value of $100,000 and led to the arrests of three people, according to Paragould police. Published: Dec. 8, 2021 at 7:55 AM PST. U.S. Attorney's Office, Eastern District of Arkansas, Law Enforcement Coordinating Committee (LECC), Russellville Operations Results In 44 Federal Defendants Charged with Multiple Drug and Gun Crimes (more than 25 pounds of methamphetamine, 69 firearms seized), Little Rock Man Sentenced to 30 Years in Prison for Distributing Fentanyl That Resulted in Death, Jonesboro Man Sentenced to 20 Years in Prison for Methamphetamine Conspiracy, Being a Felon in Possession of a Firearm, Three Federal Operations in Pine Bluff and Little Rock Lead to Dozens of Drug & Firearm Arrests, Russellville Operations Results In 44 Federal Defendants Charged With Multiple Drug and Gun Crimes (more Than 25 Pounds of Methamphetamine, 69 Firearms Seized). Police found LSD, Kratom, marijuana . -- Eleven people face a total of 148 criminal charges following a six-month investigation into a network allegedly linked to fatal and non-fatal drug overdoses in Simcoe County . Juvenile, 17, is charged with sale and delivery of crack cocaine within 1,000 feet of a park. Among the 44 federal defendants are nine people who are avowed white supremacists, including eight members of the New Aryan Empire (NAE) and one member of the White Aryan Resistance (WAR). YELL COUNTY, AR (KNWA) - Multiple police agencies team up and bust dozens of accused drug dealers in Arkansas. Hes charged with two counts of selling more than 300 grams of meth and 25 counts of delivery of meth. 5. The Pharmacy also prepares medicines for dispensation and may oversee over-the-counter drug sales. Daytona Beach police say they made five arrests and seized dangerous drugs during a bust at a home near Tuscawilla Park on Tuesday. 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Distribution of a mixture containing a detectable amount of methamphetamine is punishable by not more than 20 years incarceration in the Bureau of Prisons with a possible fine of up to $1,000,000, and not less than 3 years supervised release. In total, the sheriff's office says they also seized 6.33 pounds of fentanyl, 2.92 pounds of heroin, .76 pounds of meth, and 200 fentanyl pills. Four guns were also taken. These groups are Arkansas white supremacist organizations, which began as prison gangs. Brandon Harris, 35, is accused of sale and delivery of crack cocaine within 1,000 feet of a park, trafficking in oxycodone, and possession of crack cocaine with intent to distribute. Most of the defendants are residents of Pope County (see attachment for complete list of defendants and charges). An official website of the United States government. 2021 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. All rights reserved. You have permission to edit this article. Low 43F. First published on February 25, 2021 / 1:17 PM. -- Heart disease is the No. February 25, 2021 / 1:17 PM Twenty-three defendants, including 11 federal fugitives and 12 state fugitives, remain at large. Postscripts - Nativity Festival spotlights true spirit of season, Morrison students fill up on hearty meal and notes of gratitude, Business Pulse - Nunley strives to be Picture Perfect, Business Pulse - County takes interest in Three Star Mall. Jason Dobson, 36, is charged with two counts sale and delivery of schedule II substance within 1,000 feet of a park. Lock We are glad to be removing illegal drugs from the street especially the fentanyl in this case. We blew up the Beetle Jefferson meth trafficking empire this week," said Bucks County District Attorney Matthew Weintraub. If you need help with the Public File, call 407-291-6000. EL DORADO COUNTY (CBS13) A large drug sales bust in El Dorado County has resulted in five arrests, authorities say. Danville Police along the drug task force and Yell County Sheriff's Office set out with more than 25 warrants Wednesday, for Danville and surrounding areas. McMinnville residents Paige L. Simmons, 31, and Phillip J. Potter, 30, are both charged with two counts of selling more than 300 grams of meth. 10 Notre Dame to reach ACC finals, Bertuzzi sets up goal in Bruins 4-2 win over Rangers, Best athletic wear for kids joining baseball and, How to watch all the Oscar-nominated movies in style, Best smart home devices for older users, according, LRFD battles a pair of Saturday morning house fires, 2 Hot Springs murder-suicide cases happen within, Tom Sizemore, Saving Private Ryan actor, dies at, Driver dead after MD tanker explosion, fire, Residents recover as storms destroy homes in Kirby, Kirby tornado nearly crushed familys home, Embattled UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson resigns, Zelensky: There will be two Victory Days in Ukraine. This almost two-year collaborative effort between ATF, DEA, U.S. The Polk County Sheriff's Office had a huge win with the largest meth seizure in county history. Sunny skies. The operations. BARRIE, ONT. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. According to DeKalb County detective Mason Merriman, the investigation slowly evolved through controlled buys and surveillance. BENSALEM, PA A meth-dealing "empire" that distributed more than $900,000 worth of the drug every week in Bucks County has been taken down, law enforcement officials say. Postal Inspection Service, United States Marshals Service, Arkansas Highway Police, Arkansas National Guard Counter Drug Unit, Arkansas State Police, Arkansas CommunityCorrections, Pope County Sheriffs Office, Yell County Sheriffs Office, Fifth Judicial Drug Task Force, and the Russellville Police Department. Larry P. 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