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Major Drug Bust in Cumberland: $700K Narcotics Confiscated
5 Sep
Summary
- Over $700,000 worth of crack cocaine and fentanyl were seized.
- An investigation led to indictments against three individuals.
- Numerous firearms and U.S. currency were also confiscated during the search.
A significant drug operation has been dismantled in Cumberland following a rigorous three-month investigation. The Allegany County Narcotics Task Force, in collaboration with local and state law enforcement agencies, successfully seized crack cocaine and fentanyl with an estimated street value of $700,000. This extensive operation led to the indictments of Luther Jessup, 35, of Baltimore, and Cumberland residents Jasmond Metheny, 36, and Taylar Lapinski, 34.
Authorities executed a search warrant at a property on Springdale Street, uncovering large quantities of illicit drugs, a substantial amount of U.S. currency, and multiple firearms. All three individuals are currently in custody at the Allegany County Detention Center. The investigation involved a coordinated effort from the Cumberland Police Department, Allegany County Sheriff's Office, and the Maryland State Police Strategic Operations Group, underscoring a strong commitment to combating drug trafficking in the region.
