The first bust happened around 7:45 p.m. at a Royal Farms in the 2500 block of Mountain Road in Pasadena. WSOC TV facebook feed(Opens a new window), 13-year-old girl killed in crash involving tractor-trailer on I-485 in west Charlotte, police say, Shanquella Robinson case needing high-level diplomatic intervention, attorney says, Man in Charlotte wins $1 million off $25 scratch-off, York County teens hospitalized after pursuit ends in crash, Super-rare Jurassic-era bug discovered during Walmart shopping trip, WSOC - TV Public File Contact / Program Director, WAXN - TV Public File Contact / Program Director. "It's undeniable that we need new transversal responses against organized crime," he said. 2008-2023 - Shore News Media & Marketing Ltd. Co. All rights reserved. Authorities say Anthony Niles allegedly directed and/or supplied local drug distributors operating in Prince George's County and the surrounding area from at least February 2015 to June 3, 2015. Howard said the investigation began in 2019 with tips received by a Maryland State trooper, Howard said. Police: Task force dismantles Eastern Shore drug trafficking organization. Spain, who is being held without bond at the Caroline County Detention Center, faces a list of charges including two counts of being a drug kingpin along with possession and distribution of a large amount of a controlled dangerous substance, among other offenses. New Topgolf facility opens next to Montebello Golf Course, Man stopped at Pa. airport with explosive concealed in checked luggage, Elizabeth Holmes has 2nd child as she tries to avoid prison. In the house, police found "large amounts of suspected Fentanyl, Crack Cocaine, and Heroin". Tiki Harmon, age 42, of Burtonsville, Maryland. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Here's what we are predicting for winter this year. EASTON, Md. "These drugs were not just intended for these three small rural counties," he said. The investigation is ongoing and the next court date is scheduled for Nov. 9. They also found two handguns and an undisclosed large sum of money. REUTERS/Karen Toro. "Synthetic drugs like methamphetamine are highly addictive, dangerous and killing people at alarming rates," said DEA Los Angeles Special Agent in Charge Bill Bodner. (Reporting by Alexandra Valencia; Writing by Oliver Griffin; Editing by Marguerita Choy), Tags: Ecuador, Colombia, Belgium, crime, Europe. San Diego Border Patrol Agents and local law enforcement partners partners arrested three suspects and seized 232 lbs. Greg Milden, age 40, of Cliffside, New Jersey. The indictment charges the following people with conspiring to distribute heroin and cocaine: Niles and Sauda are also charged with possession with intent to distribute heroin and cocaine. Lawsuits claim it wrecked their teeth. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. The Riverside Police Department raided Morales and Ponces home in Perris, California, on Aug. 17, where they found 46.2 pounds of carfentanil, 8.8 pounds of cocaine, and 2.2 pounds of heroin, according to USA Today. LIKE THOSE BEING INDICTED, THEY WILL END UP BEHIND BARS. Police said a more than three-year investigation led to the arrests of nine people so far and the seizure of enough fentanyl and heroin that could kill everyone on the Eastern Shore. The search resulted in the seizure of 66 kilograms of cocaine and 3,552 pounds of meth from numerous boxes found the home's garage, the DEA said. Baltimore, Maryland - A federal grand jury has indicted 19 Baltimore men on federal charges related to an alleged drug distribution conspiracy operating in Northwest Baltimore near the intersection of Liberty Heights Avenue and Garrison Boulevard. Maryland State Police told 11 News this remains a very active investigation and that more charges could be coming as well as more arrests around the country. The operation, which began on June 8, resulted in 22 felony arrests, 109 misdemeanor arrests, and 19 arrests from water theft enforcement teams, officials said. Nearly 375,000 marijuana plants and 33,480 pounds of harvested marijuana were seized, along with 65 vehicles, 180 animals and $28,000. "We are not talking about mom and pop people selling marijuana that they grew in their backyard. The Riverside County Police Department did not immediately respond to the Daily Caller News Foundations request for comment. The Washington County Narcotics Task Force performed the drug raid at a Hagerstown apartment after first obtaining a warrant based on a narcotics investigation of that address. Investigators said they found hundreds of marijuana plants and enough fentanyl to kill. That is what's coming.". Investigators saw someone carry out three boxes from the home and put them in a vehicle, according to authorities. Police said investigators developed evidence from years of surveillance that led to warrants to search homes in Preston, Hurlock, Federalsburg, Lanham and Crofton, where police said they recovered more than 18 kilograms of cocaine, 2.7 kilograms of heroin/fentanyl, 5.9 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, 170 pounds of marijuana, almost 34 guns and money believed to be connected to the drug operation. The Border Patrol made an epic Fentanyl drug bust in Orange County, Orange Countys first Homeless Death Review Committee issues inaugural report, A suspect was arrested in Santa Ana for illegally driving a pocket bike in Tustin, Two suspects were arrested after crashing their cars into Fashion Island to steal high end handbags, An O.C. (WUSA9) -- Eighteen people were charged in a major drug bust following a year long investigation, announced FBI authorities and Montgomery County and Prince George's County police . AFTER GETTING A TIP MORE THAN 3 YEARS AGO AND MORE AFTER INVESTIGATORS FROM A NUMBER OF JURISDICTIONS ON THE EASTERN SHORE AND THOSE ON THE STATE AND FEDERAL LEVEL ARRESTED NINE PEOPLE AND SEIZED 18 KILOGRAMS OF COCAINE, 2.7 KILOGRAMS OF HEROIN/FENTANYL, ALMOS6T KILOGRAMS OF CRYSTAL METH, 170 POUNDS OF MARIJUANA AND APPROXIMATELY 34 FIREARMS ALONG WITH A LOT OF CASH. "According to the (Drug Enforcement Agency), that's enough fentanyl to kill 250,000 people, and when you mix it with the heroine, that's enough fatal doses to kill every individual on the Eastern Shore," Riley said.The following people are all being held without bond after they were indicted on various drug charges.Justin Aaron Spain, 41, of LanhamMichael Anthony Holland, 36, of HurlockGregory Lovern Williams Jr., 39, of FederalsburgMargerette Derosiers, 28, of FederalsburgAndre Luther Woolford, 33, of HurlockJoseph Archie Spain III, 44, of PrestonMichelle Lynn Spain, 48, of PrestonJames Eugene Simms, 36, of Great MillsGeorge Alfred Butler, 56, of FederalsburgMultiple law enforcement agencies ultimately provided assistance with the investigation, state police said. Officials say they believe international cartels are behind the illegal large-scale marijuana farms. WE ARE VERY HOPEFUL WE ARE GOING TO HAVE A COUPLE OF LEADS. Feb. 27, 2023, at 6:01 p.m. Ecuador, Belgium Sign Deal to Fight Crime After Mega Cocaine Bust. All nine suspects are being held without bond, the news release said. SOME OF TSEHO LEADS ARE GOING TO BE OUTSIDE OF MARYLAND WHICH IS WHERE WE ARE WORKING WITH OUR FEDERAL PARTNE.RS >> SUCCESSES LIKE TODAY MAKE IT CLEAR TO CRIMINALS AS LONASG THEY PURSUE A LIFE OF CRIME WE WILL PURSUE THEM. (WJZ) -- Authorities on Tuesday announced the indictments of nine Maryland residents as part of a multi-agency effort to dismantle a. Maryland bust nets $1M in drugs, 9 arrests, 34 guns Authorities said they seized more than $1 million in drugs, including 18 kilograms of cocaine, 2.7 kilograms of heroin and fentanyl, and 170 lbs. "We're talking about the cartels," Lancaster, California, Mayor Rex Parris said at a Wednesday press conference. After a thorough inspection, CBP officers discovered a total of 76 packages concealed within the gas tank. Alex Boesman. of Fentanyl worth over $3 million. Authorities said they seized more than $1 million in drugs, including 18 kilograms of cocaine, 2.7 kilograms of heroin and fentanyl, and 170 lbs. It is not known if that was due to a missed vehicle at a Border Patrol port of entry, or perhaps by being backpacked into the U.S. by drug mules, then transferred to a vehicle. William T. Fergerson, a/k/a "Fats," age 42, of Silver Spring, Maryland. The crackdown netted 18 kilograms of cocaine, 2.7 kilograms of heroin and fentanyl, 5.9 kilograms of methamphetamine, 170 pounds of marijuana and 34 guns, three of them ghost guns, Maryland State Police Lt. Adam Howard told reporters. First published on April 26, 2022 / 6:00 PM. The Border Patrolofficers utilized the ports imaging system to screen the vehicle and observed irregularities in the gas tank. AS FAR AS THOSE IN CUSTODY RIGHT NOW, THEY ARE BEING HELD WITHOUT BOND. Eighteen people were charged in a major drug bust following a year long investigation, announced FBI authorities and Montgomery County and Prince George's County police. EASTON, Md. Police said detectives saw a hand-to-hand drug transaction in the parking lot. 2021 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. REPORTER: POLICE AND TELL US THIS IS AN ACTIVE INVESTIGATION AND MORE CHARGES AND ARRESTS, INCLUDING ARRESTS AROUND THE COUNTRY COULD BE PENDING. An investigation led to the indictments of nine people alleged to be part of a significant drug-trafficking organization on the Eastern Shore, according to Maryland State Police.Police and prosecutors said this is most likely the largest drug bust ever on the Eastern Shore, breaking up a major drug distribution ring that police said had plans to service the entire Mid-Atlantic region. "A half-kilogram of fentanyl was taken in and 2.2 kilograms of heroin were taken in," Caroline County State's Attorney Joseph Riley said. George Gee is accused of leading a crack cocaine and heroin distribution operation from there and the surrounding area from at least June 2014 to June 3, 2015. FILE PHOTO: Workers unload sacks containing cocaine packages from a truck before the incineration of . Blackett, 35, and five others were . Andres Jesus Morales, 30, and Christine Ponce, 27, were charged with four drug-related felonies with the intent to sell a controlled substance, the Riverside . There's a lot of guns. Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs, which means we may get paid commissions on editorially chosen products purchased through our links to retailer sites. The task force includes officers and contributions from several law enforcement agencies, including the Caroline County Sheriffs Department, Maryland State Police, Maryland Natural Resources Police, the Caroline County States Attorneys Office and the Denton Police Department, according to the release. The U.S. Border Patrol reports made an enormous Fentanyl bust after a vehicle was stopped as it proceeded on a highway in San Clemente, in south Orange County. December 18, 2019. Later, he said, the Caroline County Drug Task Force identified Spain as the organization's "main supplier.". (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); While this was a great drug bust it is concerning that the drugs had already entered the U.S. On Monday this week, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers also intercepted the largest seizure in the history of the port with almost $1 million worth of fentanyl and methamphetamine at the Andrade Port of Entry. Get the WBAL-TV app; Sign up for email alerts, Gregory Lovern Williams Jr., 39, of Federalsburg, Margerette Derosiers, 28, of Federalsburg, George Alfred Butler, 56, of Federalsburg. The Maryland Criminal Intelligence Network (MCIN) is a criminal justice strategy, coordinated at the local, state, and federal levels targeting gangs, drug, firearms and human trafficking. Authorities in Southern California have seized more than 16 tons of marijuana worth an estimated $1.19 billion, Los Angeles County Sheriff's . Jermol McCoy and Calvin Sanders are accused of running one of the drug organizations, according to the indictment. This amount of Fentanyl had the potential to kill over 50 million people, according to Border Patrol Chief Raul Ortiz. By Tori B. Powell. / CBS News. The 10-day sting is the largest eradication of illegal marijuana cultivations in the history of the department. "What we want to do is send a clear and loud message to the cartels and anyone doing an illegal operation in the high desert: Your days are over and we're coming for you," said Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva. inmate tried to escape from the Central Men's Jail today, A driver died in an intersection collision in Fountain Valley on Sunday, The City of Santa Ana lost a federal lawsuit against a homeless shelter developer, It is time for change at the Santa Ana Police Officers Association, Former Santa Ana youth pastor sentenced for molesting a little girl repeatedly, Santa Ana man sentenced for killing a man he had a dispute with. Amir Bey-Jones, a/k/a "Meano," age 41, of Silver Spring. The second indictment charges four defendants with drug trafficking operations conducted in the area of a music studio located in the 7900 block of Cryden Way in District Heights, say law enforcement authorities. Andres Jesus Morales, 30, and Christine Ponce, 27, were charged with four drug-related felonies with the intent to sell a controlled substance, the Riverside district attorneys office announced. Nine people were indicted on charges of participating in a drug trafficking organization across two counties on Maryland's Eastern Shore, the Maryland State Police announced Tuesday. A collection of moments during and after Barack Obama's presidency. Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, Florida man arrested for calling 911 to say Biden needs to be in jail, deputies say, Windshield covers and other handy gear you need for, 18 trendy cowboy boots to wear this winter, 18 books youll want to read on Dr. Seuss Day, Rep. 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Detectives found that the average size per cultivation at farms increased to 15 greenhouses, up from eight per farm in the year prior. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. OCEAN CITY, MD Police said they busted a drug deal on the Ocean City boardwalk last Thursday. Police confiscated more than 4 pounds of pure heroin, along with $300,000 cash. "The reality is they were intended for the large metropolitan areas along the Mid-Atlantic.". The drugs were to be exported from Ecuador's coastal city of Guayaquil to Belgium, police said, adding the shipment was valued at about $330 million in Europe. All 18 people face a mandatory minimum sentence of 10 years in prison and a maximum sentence of life in prison for the drug conspiracy. No portions of this website may be reproduced, retransmitted, copied, or republished without expressed written consent from Shore News Media & Marketing, LLC. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. 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Investigators said the searches also uncovered 2.7 kilograms of heroin and fentanyl, 5.9 kilograms of crystal meth and 34 firearms. "This is an issue that is plaguing, and will continue to plague, if we do not make it very uncomfortable and one way to make it uncomfortable is to prosecute," Barger said. In a Tuesday news release, Maryland State Police said the Caroline County Drug Task Force probe focused on a drug-trafficking organization believed to be distributing large amounts of cocaine, opioids, heroin, marijuana and methamphetamines along the Eastern Shore. "According to the DEA, that's enough fentanyl to kill 230,000 people, and when you mix it with the heroin, that's enough fatal doses to kill every individual on the Eastern Shore of Maryland.". After executing 11 search warrants in Preston, Hurlock, Federalsburg, Lanham and Crofton, authorities seized more than $1 million in drugs, including 18 kilograms of cocaine and 170 pounds of marijuana, the release said. The indictment laid out 116 charges against 15 men and one woman accused of . Of the 201 tonnes of drugs seized in Ecuador last year, almost 18% was destined for Belgium, specifically Antwerp, Zapata said. Michelle Ewing, Cox Media Group National Content Desk, Maryland bust nets $1M in drugs, 9 arrests, 34 guns. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. pic.twitter.com/y21yWExTT9. Rayvon Walls, age 25, of Indian Head, Maryland. "Successes like today make it clear to criminals that as long as they pursue a life of crime, we will pursue them, and like those being indicted, they will end up behind bars," said Kunle Adeyemo, executive director of the Governor's Office of Crime Prevention, Youth and Victim Services.Police said investigators developed evidence from years of surveillance that led to warrants to search homes in Preston, Hurlock, Federalsburg, Lanham and Crofton, where police said they recovered more than 18 kilograms of cocaine, 2.7 kilograms of heroin/fentanyl, 5.9 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, 170 pounds of marijuana, almost 34 guns and money believed to be connected to the drug operation. Five people were arrested after 11 pounds of fentanyl, 14 pounds of cocaine and 500 grams of heroin were confiscated. Investigators carried out 11 search warrants at homes throughout Caroline and Dorchester Counties. Ecuador, Belgium Sign Deal to Fight Crime After Mega Cocaine Bust, FILE PHOTO: Workers unload sacks containing cocaine packages from a truck before the incineration of more than nine tons of cocaine which were seized during different operations, according to the Ecuador's Interior Ministry, in a warehouse at an undisclosed location, in Ecuador April 21, 2022. Apr 03, 2013 at 12:42 pm. Thursdays drug bust is believed to be the largest seizure of carfentanil in Riverside County history, according to the district attorneys office. If you use a windshield cover, you can at least forget about scrapping the ice off your windshield to save some time and hassle. "18 kilograms of cocaine, 2.7 kilograms of heroin/fentanyl, 5.9 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, 170 pounds of marijuana and approximately 34 firearms"Picture from police:@wjz pic.twitter.com/a5fTULicBr. A CBP K-9 team screened the vehicle and received a positive alert to the presence of narcotics. According to the news release, an ongoing investigation into the sale of illegal drugs lead them to the 300 block of Columbia Street. Example video title will go here for this video, 'Peak Bloom' for the Cherry Blossoms is expected March 22-25 in DC. Border Patrol officers encountered a 37-year-old woman, who is a United States citizen, driving a 2016 pickup truck, applying for admission into the United States from Mexico at the Andrade Port of Entry. 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Others indicted in the case include: Margerette Derosiers, 28, of Federalsburg; Andre Woolford, 33, of Hurlock; Joseph Spain, 44, and Michelle Spain, 48, both of Preston; James Simms, 36, of Great Mills; and George Butler, 56, of Federalsburg. SOON AFTER SIX MORE PELEOP INCLUDING THOSE ASSOCIATED WITH SUPPLY WERE ARRESTED. 2022 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. A 37-year-old Edgewood man was arrested on gun and drug distribution charges in Ocean City on Tuesday following a two-year investigation by local law enforcement agencies . The drugs have an estimated street value of $33 million. Authorities say the group used the housing complex "as an open-air drug market where traffickers routinely conducted hand-to-hand drug transactions.". The latest breaking updates, delivered straight to your email inbox. The U.S. Border Patrol reports made an enormous Fentanyl bust after a vehicle was stopped as it proceeded on a highway in San Clemente, in south Orange County. A Pasadena drug bust prompted two arrests, police said. ", Release from @MDSP stated the following was recovered as a result of the Eastern Shore drug bust. The indictments and seizures were the products of a years-long investigation into the organization, which is believed to have had ties to Anne Arundel, Caroline, Dorchester and Prince George's counties. GREENBELT, Md. Villanueva said that he will share the district attorney's prosecution decision publicly once it's made available. The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration was first tipped off about the activity in the area in 2018, and began investigating further after 27-year-old Jasper Thomas death, said Baltimore States Attorney Marilyn Mosby and Baltimore police officials during a press conference. The following people were charged with conspiring to distribute cocaine base (crack), five kilograms or more of cocaine, and heroin: Gee, Snowden, Richardson, Salazar and Miles are also charged with possession with intent to distribute controlled substances. Morales and Ponce pleaded not guilty and are being held in prison without bail, according to USA Today. Officers noted that they arrested four Prince George's County residents connected with the deal . The massive amount. If mixed with other drugs, the 21 kilos of carfentanil seized could have been enough to potentially kill more than 50 million people, The district attorneys office said in the statement. Major Joint-Operation underway in the High Desert to take down Illegal Cartel Operated Marijuana Groves impacting farmers, families, and businesses. An investigation led to the indictments of nine people alleged to be part of a significant drug-trafficking organization on the Eastern Shore, according to Maryland State Police. So far in 2023, Ecuador has seized some 39 tonnes of drugs, especially cocaine, according to police data. Please enter valid email address to continue. President Guillermo Lasso, a conservative former banker, has pushed for Ecuador to ramp up efforts to fight gangs that use the country as a transit point for shipping cocaine to the United States and Europe. Maryland drug bust involving fentanyl, cocaine. As the result of eight-month investigation, police spokeswoman Jackie Davis said the department has seized 1.74 kilograms of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid far more potent than heroin, as well as. San Diego Border Patrol Agents and local law enforcement partners partners arrested three suspects and seized 232 lbs. 2023, Hearst Television Inc. on behalf of WBAL-TV. "According to the (Drug Enforcement Agency), that's enough fentanyl to kill 250,000 people, and when you mix it with the heroine, that's enough fatal doses to kill every individual on the Eastern Shore," Riley said. While California legalized therecreational use of marijuana in 2018, illegal grows of the crop have been on the rise in the state. According to court documents, Harmon and Snowden worked at a barber shop on Old Columbia Pike in Burtonsville where they stored drugs and drug proceeds. By clicking submit, you are agreeing to our Terms and Conditions & Privacy Policy. The following people are all being held without bond after they were indicted on various drug charges. Stay informed daily on the latest news and advice on COVID-19 from the editors at U.S. News & World Report. We are very very close to driving down the freeway and seeing bodies hanging from the overpasses. Here's when the cherry blossoms are expected to reach peak bloom in DC, The DC cherry blossoms are officially in stage 2, Stage 2: DC Cherry Blossoms continue to bloom, Bloom Watch: DC cherry blossoms hit stage 2, Snowy and cold or dry and warm? The. There's a lot of networks. The former vice president has become the Democratic front-runner with primary victories across the country. It . The investigation into the drug trafficking organization remains ongoing. George Earl Gee, age 37, of Beltsville, Maryland. 3 Arrested In Drug Bust At Park Plaza Hotel. Ecuadorean police found some 8.78 tons of cocaine hidden in a container with bananas, the organization said on Sunday. Indictment at District Heights music studio. (WUSA9) -- Eighteen people were charged in a major drug bust following a year long investigation, announced FBI authorities and Montgomery County and Prince George's County police on Monday. All of them remain in custody without bond. BALTIMORE (AP) More than a dozen members accused of involvement in a Maryland drug trafficking organizations were indicted on charges ranging from murder to conspiracy to kidnap, prosecutors and law enforcement officials announced on Tuesday. We are very hopeful that we're going to have a couple leads. 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