According to a press release, troopers seized 554 grams of fentanyl, 219 grams of cocaine, 4,862 grams of methamphetamine, 41 grams of heroin, 40 grams of spice, 2,931 fentanyl pills, 50 hydrocodone pills, 64 oxycodone pills, 90 hallucinogens, and 14 firearms.
Following a three-month investigation into suspected drug trafficking rings, Gov. Andy Beshear announced the successful launch of a statewide drug operation by the Kentucky State Police.
All 16 posts participated in Operation Summer Heat and preliminary results indicate 206 arrests and 490 charges issued.
The street value of the illicit drugs seized is approximately $684,953.50.
Additionally, $37,159 in cash, $10,000 in stolen tools, and one stolen vehicle were recovered during the operation.
The operation remains ongoing, and additional arrests will be made.
“This operation is a testament to the hard work of our detectives and post-level personnel, who are dedicated to keeping Kentuckians safe from the dangers of illegal drugs,” saidKSP Commissioner Phillip Burnett Jr in a press release.
“This was an opportunity to remove deadly narcotics from our local communities and the money that drives this criminal activity.”
