How much methamphetamine was seized in Gwinnett County?

Federal agents discovered nearly 200 pounds of methamphetamine in Gwinnett County.

Who was arrested in connection with the Gwinnett County meth bust?

Alberto Ortiz-Osornio and Marco Antonio Solano-Posadas were arrested and face federal charges.

What connection did the U.S. Attorney make regarding the Gwinnett County meth seizure?

U.S. Attorney Theodore Hertzberg linked the seizure to foreign drug cartels operating within Georgia communities.

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200 Pounds of Meth Found After Suspect Cooperates

16 Apr

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Summary

Federal agents discovered nearly 200 pounds of methamphetamine.
A suspect cooperated with authorities, leading them to the drugs.
Two individuals face federal charges for drug conspiracy and distribution.

200 Pounds of Meth Found After Suspect Cooperates

Federal agents in Gwinnett County made a significant bust, seizing nearly 200 pounds of methamphetamine. The breakthrough came when a suspect, Alberto Ortiz-Osornio, allegedly informed investigators about the location of the drugs.

DEA Atlanta investigators were monitoring Ortiz-Osornio on April 3 when Gwinnett County Sheriff's deputies conducted a separate traffic stop. A drug dog alerted deputies to a pickup truck, where they discovered approximately 66 pounds of meth hidden in black totes.