Narcotics seized, over two dozen people arrested in multi-agency crime suppression detail
In an effort to combat criminal activity within the city, the Columbus Police Department conducted a multi-agency crime suppression detail on the first Saturday of this month.
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The effort was carried out by CPD’s Special Operations Unit and Bureau of Patrol Services, in partnership with the Muscogee County School District Police Department and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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Twenty-six individuals were arrested and a total of fifty-two charges were filed. Officers cleared 12 outstanding warrants and seized four firearms—two of which were confirmed to be stolen.
Additional enforcement activity included:
222 traffic stops
326 total contacts
111 citations issued
During the detail, the following narcotics were recovered:
25.4 grams of Fentanyl (approximate street value: $2,540)
135.3 grams of Marijuana ($1,353)
86 pills/12.6 grams of Ecstasy ($430)
1.4 grams of Cocaine ($140)
0.3 grams of Methamphetamine ($20)
One vehicle was seized, along with $673 in currency.
“The Columbus Police Department remains committed to addressing violent crime and drug activity through proactive enforcement and strong partnerships with local and federal agencies,” the department said.
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