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Denver Police Seize Over 223 lbs Drugs in Operation
16 Oct
Summary
- Over 100 arrests made during Operation Overdose Intercept.
- 223 pounds of illegal drugs including fentanyl seized.
- 23 firearms and $200,000 cash were recovered.
A significant law enforcement operation in Denver, dubbed Operation Overdose Intercept, has concluded with substantial seizures and arrests. The Denver Police Department, in collaboration with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration's Rocky Mountain Division, arrested over 100 individuals. This 10-week enforcement initiative successfully confiscated more than 223 pounds of illegal drugs.
Key substances seized included fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, and MDMA, alongside 23 firearms and about $200,000 in cash. The operation's primary goal was to curb overdose deaths in Denver by apprehending drug dealers and removing dangerous narcotics from circulation.
Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas highlighted the importance of partnerships in protecting vulnerable populations and disrupting drug distribution. The DEA's Rocky Mountain Field Division expressed its commitment to a "Fentanyl Free America" and its appreciation for the collaboration with local law enforcement. The community is encouraged to report drug dealing activities through Metro Denver Crime Stoppers.
