Centerville, Ohio – A major drug bust in Centerville resulted in the seizure of over 1,000 grams of methamphetamine, along with significant amounts of suspected cocaine and fentanyl, a loaded firearm, and a large sum of cash believed to be drug profits, authorities confirmed.
Arrest and Charges
A 42-year-old man was arrested following a long-term investigation by the Tactical Crime Suppression Unit (TCSU). He faces multiple charges, including:
- Narcotics trafficking
- Weapons-related offenses
The arrest came after officers executed a warrant at a home on the 800 block of Revere Village Court in Centerville, according to the reports by WDTN.
Details of the Seizure
Officials say the seized cash is believed to be proceeds from illegal narcotics sales. The operation involved careful planning and coordination, with officers successfully removing dangerous drugs and weapons from the community.
Centerville Police Chief Matt Brown emphasized the impact of the bust:
“These types of seizures have a direct impact on public safety and quality of life within our community. Our continued success depends on collaboration among our local law enforcement partners to disrupt and dismantle criminal organizations operating in Montgomery County.”
Tactical Crime Suppression Unit Efforts
The TCSU collaborates with multiple counties across the Miami Valley, including Centerville, Germantown, Kettering, Miamisburg, Moraine, Oakwood, Springboro, and West Carrollton, to target and dismantle organized criminal networks.
Authorities highlight that operations like this not only remove dangerous substances from neighborhoods but also prevent potential overdoses and criminal activity linked to drug trafficking.
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