narcotics
Coverage of narcotics in the Nexus archive.
- Kozhikode City police destroy massive haul of seized narcotics
Kozhikode City police destroyed a large quantity of seized narcotics. The operation involved a significant haul of illegal drugs.
- Islamabad, Beijing agree to boost counterterrorism cooperation as Naqvi meets Chinese counterpart
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with Chinese counterpart Ling Zhifeng and Sri Lankan Minister Ananda Wijepala to enhance cooperation in counterterrorism, border management, narcotics control, and police training. The meetings focused on joint measures to combat terrorism, illegal immigration, and drug trafficking, including potential memorandums and joint working groups.
- 3 arrested, massive amount of narcotics seized in SF bust
Three people were arrested and a large amount of narcotics were seized in San Francisco when police responded to a possible vehicle burglary at Mason and Pine streets.
- Telangana DGP calls for unified department to crack down on food adulteration and narcotics
Telangana's Director General of Police (DGP) has proposed a unified department to address food adulteration and narcotics. The initiative aims to expand on the model of H-FAST, which has uncovered unsafe food handling and seized products in Hyderabad.
- Cyberabad Police incinerates 833 kg of narcotics worth ₹5.02 crore
Cyberabad Police incinerated 833 kg of narcotics valued at ₹5.02 crore. The operation targeted illegal drugs in the region.
- Police K-9 Chase Retires After Nine Years of Narcotics Detection Service
Pasadena Police Department K-9 Chase, a Springer Spaniel, retired after nine years of service. During his career, he helped seize millions in cash, hundreds of firearms, and large quantities of illegal narcotics.
- DOJ to announce charges in ‘major’ Minnesota drug trafficking investigation
Federal and state officials will announce criminal charges against multiple defendants in a major Minnesota drug trafficking investigation. The case involves two Minnesota-based organizations linked to fentanyl trafficking, firearms violations, and violent crimes.
- Bengaluru police seize narcotics worth ₹25.23 crore, arrest 17 including three foreign nationals
Bengaluru police seized narcotics worth ₹25.23 crore and arrested 17 individuals, including three foreign nationals.
- Convicted felon found with loaded Glock, narcotics for sale during traffic stop: LPD
A man was pulled over during a traffic stop in Livermore and found with a loaded firearm and suspected narcotics for sale. The individual, Francisco Perez, was identified as a 35-year-old from Pleasanton.
- Private investigator arrested after drugs allegedly found in jail paperwork twice
A private investigator was arrested after narcotics were allegedly found on documents he brought into a San Bernardino County jail twice. Naum Ware, 67, of Ontario, was arrested on June 23 at the West Valley Detention Center.
- 2 arrested after detective finds drugs in bag labeled ‘definitely not a bag full of drugs,’ sheriff says
Two individuals were arrested in Kentucky after a detective discovered suspected narcotics in a bag labeled 'definitely not a bag full of drugs.' The arrests followed the discovery of a suspicious vehicle in an employee area, where both suspects provided false identification or had outstanding warrants.
- 2 arrested after detective finds drugs in bag labeled ‘definitely not a bag full of drugs,’ sheriff says
Two individuals were arrested in Laurel County, Kentucky, after a detective discovered suspected narcotics in a vehicle. A bag labeled 'definitely not a bag full of drugs' contained additional narcotics, and both suspects provided false identification and had outstanding warrants.
- 2 arrested after detective finds drugs in bag labeled ‘definitely not a bag full of drugs,’ sheriff says
Two individuals were arrested in Kentucky after a detective discovered suspected narcotics in a vehicle. A bag labeled 'definitely not a bag full of drugs' contained additional narcotics, and both suspects had outstanding warrants or provided false identification.
- 4 arrested, $1.4 million worth of narcotics seized in Ventura County drug bust
Four suspects were arrested in Ventura County after authorities seized $1.4 million worth of illicit narcotics. The arrests occurred during a drug bust involving Simi Valley police and the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration in August 2025.
- Bicyclist arrested with loaded concealed firearm, says SJPD
A bicyclist was arrested by the San Jose Police Department after officers found a loaded concealed firearm and narcotics during a pedestrian stop. The male suspect was booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail.
- Miami Gardens robbery victim, girlfriend arrested after search warrant uncovers over $6M in cash and drugs
Anthony Gordon and his girlfriend Danette Young were arrested after a search warrant revealed over $6 million in cash and narcotics. The arrests followed a drug-related armed robbery where a neighbor shot and killed an intruder at their Miami Gardens home.
- Mysuru: Legislature panel seeks stringent action against drug networks
A legislature panel in Mysuru has called for stricter measures against drug networks due to increasing narcotics availability. Members expressed concerns and urged stronger enforcement and convictions.
- Ventura County drug trafficking network dismantled, sheriff says
A months-long investigation into a drug trafficking operation across Ventura and Los Angeles counties led to the arrest of 11 people and the seizure of narcotics, firearms, and drug money, authorities announced.
- Man Sentenced to More Than 26 Years in Prison for Using the Dark Web To Distribute Narcotics
Darren Hughes was sentenced to over 26 years in prison for distributing narcotics via the dark web through his vendor store on Nemesis Market, a major dark web marketplace.
- Justice Department Announces Results of Operation Spring Cleaning
The Department of Justice announced the results of Operation Spring Cleaning, a nationwide FBI initiative targeting gang-related threats and the illegal flow of firearms and narcotics. The operation, which ran from March 1 to May 31, involved coordination with federal, state, and local law enforcement to enhance public safety.
- 2 AR-style pistols, multiple firearms recovered by OPD within one week
The Oakland Police Department recovered two AR-style pistols and multiple firearms in East Oakland over a week in late May, along with suspected narcotics, during several arrests across separate incidents. On May 20, officers responded to ShotSpotter activations on 83rd Avenue as part of these efforts.
- Ventura police K9's discovery leads to major narcotics seizure
A Ventura police K9 assisted in the arrest of a probationer found with narcotics and drug-making equipment following a traffic stop near Marion Cannon Park. Officer Nick Gendreau initiated the stop after observing vehicle code violations.
- Southlake officers stop forgery in progress
Southlake police arrested Keith Gilbert, a 60-year-old man, for attempting to withdraw $8,000 using fraudulent identification. The investigation linked him to over 27 victims, other fraud-related materials, and narcotics. Gilbert faces charges including Fraudulent Use of Identifying Information and Possession of a Controlled Substance, with active warrants in multiple states.
- India orders demolition drive along border as Pakistan tensions simmer
India has ordered a demolition drive along its border with Pakistan amid simmering tensions. The interior minister called for addressing infiltration, narcotics, smuggling, and other trans-border crimes.
- Mexican governor accused by U.S. of drug trafficking temporarily steps down
The U.S. accuses Mexican Sinaloa Gov. Ruben Rocha Moya of collaborating with drug cartels to smuggle large quantities of narcotics into the United States. Rocha Moya has temporarily stepped down amid the allegations.
- Feds bust family-run drug business with links to Mexican cartel, prosecutors say
U.S. federal authorities have dismantled a family-operated drug business linked to a Mexican cartel, charging five men with narcotics and firearms trafficking, including 'ghost guns.'