methamphetamine

Hickory Grove police seized nearly 25 pounds of suspected cocaine after a buyer discovered packaged drugs inside a storage unit purchased at an auction. During the investigation, officers also seized more than three ounces of suspected methamphetamine and approximately 0.89 ounces of suspected fentanyl. The Mint Hill Police Department assisted in this case.

Authorities arrested three suspects after seizing over 1,300 pounds of methamphetamine. The drug bust took place in Los Angeles County and was valued at an estimated $12.5 million. This operation resulted from a joint investigation between the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) New York Field Division and the DEA Los Angeles High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Group 48.

Robert Weems allegedly threatened and fired a rifle at Decatur County deputies during an attempted arrest on a warrant from Dickson County. He was charged with multiple offenses, including aggravated assault and possession of methamphetamine, and is being held on a $250,000 bond.

A 2025 federal study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration found that marijuana use in the US surpassed cigarette smoking, with 43.8 million users versus 36.1 million. Alcohol remained the most commonly used substance, with 129.1 million monthly users. Marijuana use was highest among adults aged 18-25, while cigarette smoking was more common among older adults.

A child in Daphne, Alabama, was exposed to methamphetamine after picking up a folded dollar bill found at a local business. Police confirmed the white substance as meth, but the child was medically cleared. Authorities warn against touching unknown items in public and advise immediate washing and medical consultation if concerned.

A child in Alabama was exposed to methamphetamine residue after picking up a dollar bill found at a local business. Authorities warn parents to teach children not to handle unknown items in public, as the bill was later confirmed to contain drug residue. The child was medically cleared, and police are investigating but have found no evidence of intentional harm.

A child in Daphne, Alabama, was exposed to methamphetamine after picking up a folded dollar bill found at a local business. Police confirmed the white substance on the bill tested positive for meth, but the child was medically cleared. Authorities warn against handling unknown items in public and advise immediate washing or medical attention if exposed.

Two Illinois men were arrested and charged after Indiana troopers discovered 21 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in their vehicle during a traffic stop in Lake County, Indiana.

A 21-year-old man was arrested in Nashville after detectives intercepted him while relocating narcotics to a new storage facility. Law enforcement found 15.7 lbs. of methamphetamine, 5.1 lbs. of fentanyl, and other drugs in his vehicle, leading to charges of felony drug possession and weapon possession.

Mt. Juliet Police conducted 72 traffic stops in school zones on the first day of classes, resulting in two arrests. One arrest involved a man with a revoked license and outstanding warrant, while the other involved a woman found with methamphetamine. Officers issued 50 warnings and 21 citations, including 15 for cell phone use while driving.

Two individuals in Iredell County were arrested after being found unresponsive or asleep behind the wheel with drugs in their vehicles. Tyler Lewis Reid and Kristin Nicole Blumenstein face felony charges related to drug possession and impaired driving following separate incidents investigated by the Iredell County Sheriff’s Office.

Antonio Oseguera Cervantes, brother of Mexican drug lord 'El Mencho,' pleaded guilty to conspiring to traffic cocaine and methamphetamine into the U.S. He worked for cartels alongside his brother, who was killed by Mexican authorities.

A 37-year-old man in Nashville confessed to sexually assaulting a young girl between the ages of 6 and 8 while under the influence of methamphetamine. Christopher Smoak faces multiple felony charges, including rape of a child and aggravated sexual battery, and has prior violent felony convictions from 2011.

NDLEA intercepted cocaine destined for China and Italy in Lagos and arrested a bandits’ supplier in Zamfara, who was found in possession of cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, swinol, tramadol, and codeine syrup.

A Lyft driver in New York, Larry Keech, unknowingly transported Ayub Guled, a man wanted for murder in Florida. A state trooper, Connor Sutton, pulled Keech over for speeding, discovered drugs and weapons in Guled's luggage, leading to his arrest and eventual life sentence. Keech believes the traffic stop saved his life.

A man whose slain brother led a Mexican cartel pleaded guilty in the U.S. to conspiring to traffic cocaine and methamphetamine. He faces a 15-year minimum sentence and was transferred from Mexico for prosecution. The cartel, CJNG, was designated as a foreign terrorist organization by President Trump's administration.

Two Las Vegas women, Maguadalupe Barajas Sandoval and Cynthia Leslie Hurtado, were arrested for allegedly shipping methamphetamine from Nevada to Miami-Dade County via USPS as part of a drug trafficking ring. Investigators intercepted multiple packages containing methamphetamine, including two shipments totaling approximately 2.38 pounds, during a multi-agency operation involving the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and federal agencies.

Indonesian authorities arrested a Malaysia Airlines pilot for smuggling 26 kilograms of ecstasy and methamphetamine into Jakarta. The pilot, identified as MS, was also accused of being under the influence of narcotics while on duty and had prior drug transportation convictions.

Indonesian authorities arrested a Malaysia Airlines pilot accused of smuggling 26 kilograms of ecstasy and a package of methamphetamine into Jakarta’s Soekarno-Hatta International Airport.

A Fremont County man was arrested after deputies found methamphetamine, a handgun, and ammunition in his car during a traffic stop in downtown Cañon City on July 17. The incident occurred on Royal Gorge Boulevard, and the Fremont County Sheriff's Office confirmed the arrest following the discovery of the items.

A Nashville couple was arrested in Warren County after deputies discovered approximately one pound of methamphetamine, fentanyl, marijuana, and other drugs during a traffic stop. Both women face multiple felony charges, including possession of methamphetamine and fentanyl, and are being held in Warren County Jail on bonds exceeding $100,000 each.

An Austin man with a 34-year criminal history has been arrested on eight new felony charges, including multiple armed robberies, possession of more than 24 grams of methamphetamine, threatening a police officer, and evading arrest.

The Union County Sheriff's Office and ATF seized 101 kilos of methamphetamine that were shipped to Union County. The interception was confirmed by the Union County Sheriff's Office.

Over 222 pounds of methamphetamine were seized in Union County, North Carolina, during a coordinated enforcement operation targeting a Mexican drug trafficking organization. Multiple individuals linked to the cartel were arrested, though names were not released due to an ongoing investigation.

More than 100 kilograms of methamphetamine were seized in Union County following a joint investigation by the Union County Sheriff’s Office and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives. The operation resulted in the arrest of multiple suspects believed to be tied to a Mexican drug trafficking organization.

Richar Mujica was sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for his role in a drug trafficking and kidnapping operation in the Twin Cities. He was part of a group that transported methamphetamine from Mexico and allegedly participated in a kidnapping linked to debt collection.

Undercover police officers in Sunnyvale discovered a methamphetamine 'treasure hunt' used for drug sales at Fair Oaks Park during a two-week investigation. The operation involved collaboration between the Sunnyvale Department of Public Safety Community Crimes Unit and another agency.

The DEA is warning about methamphetamine being disguised as party drugs ahead of Lollapalooza. The presence of the drug is increasing in the Chicago area.

Michelle Hudson, an Iowa woman with prior convictions, was arrested for operating a riding lawn mower under the influence in a convenience store parking lot. She failed field sobriety tests, showed signs of impairment, and refused a urine test. Police suspected drug use despite a breath test below the legal limit, citing her history of OWI and drug-related offenses.

Two suspected narcotics traffickers were arrested, and 70 pounds of methamphetamine valued at $1.5 million were seized during a drug bust in Sonoma County. The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office executed five search warrants after a three-month investigation into the suspects.

Two individuals were arrested in Mt. Juliet with methamphetamine, multiple IDs, and stolen credit cards at the Paddocks shopping center. The 30-year-old man and woman face charges including drug possession, credit card fraud, and identity theft.

The police arrested a youth in possession of 93.63 grams of methamphetamine. The seizure occurred in Shamnu’s possession.

A man from Paris, Tennessee, was arrested and faces drug trafficking charges after deputies discovered approximately 2 ounces of methamphetamine, cash, and weapons during a routine traffic stop.

A substance found in a van after the Houston ICE shooting was confirmed not to be drugs by the DA and U.S. Rep. Sylvia Garcia, despite the FBI suggesting plastic bags in the van contained methamphetamine. The FBI has not yet released official test results.

A five-month Williamson County narcotics investigation led to two arrests and the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, marijuana, firearms, and cash during searches in Elgin and Taylor.

A judge conducted the trial of methamphetamine suspects at a drug laboratory in Ogun. The prosecution claims the facility produced 2,419.48 kilograms of methamphetamine valued at over N480 billion.

A Maine man is charged with operating under the influence of methamphetamine after colliding with a family of four on a sidewalk during a summer festival. The incident left the mother with severe injuries, the father with broken ribs, and the 5-year-old daughter with a liver laceration, while the 3-month-old infant was unharmed.

A 57-year-old man is charged with operating under the influence of methamphetamine and drug-related offenses after allegedly striking a family of four on a sidewalk during a Maine summer festival, causing serious injuries. The victims include a mother with compound fractures and a broken hip, her fiancé with multiple injuries, and their children, one with a liver laceration.

A Maine man faces charges including operating under the influence of methamphetamine after allegedly striking a family of four on a sidewalk during a summer festival. The incident left the mother with severe injuries, including a compound fracture and broken hip, while the father sustained broken ribs and the couple's children suffered minor injuries. The driver, Carl Hartley, has a criminal history dating back to 1987.

Police seized approximately 2,200 pounds of methamphetamine at a home in Anaheim. The bust was confirmed by police in their statement.