Six arrested in massive drug bust spanning Bronx to Suffolk County with enough fentanyl to kill entire county
Suffolk County, NY – Six individuals have been arrested in connection with a sweeping drug conspiracy that stretched from the Bronx to Suffolk County, law enforcement officials announced Friday.
Suffolk County Police Commissioner Kevin Catalina and District Attorney Ray Tierney detailed the arrests during a joint press conference, revealing the results of a multi-agency investigation that uncovered over 14 kilograms of narcotics — including a deadly amount of fentanyl — and several illegal firearms.
Authorities stated the quantity of fentanyl seized was potent enough to kill every resident of Suffolk County. The seizure also included large quantities of cocaine, with the investigation focused on drug trafficking routes operating across New York City and Long Island.
The operation was the result of a coordinated effort between the Suffolk County Police Department, the District Attorney’s Office, and multiple partner agencies. The arrests are the latest move in the ongoing crackdown on the distribution of lethal drugs across the region.
Officials say the six individuals now face a range of felony charges connected to narcotics trafficking and illegal weapons possession. The names of the suspects and additional case details were not immediately released.
The investigation remains active, and prosecutors are expected to pursue indictments in the coming weeks.
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Key Points
- Six people were arrested in a large-scale drug trafficking bust spanning from the Bronx to Suffolk County
- Over 14 kilograms of narcotics were seized, including lethal quantities of fentanyl and cocaine
- Several illegal firearms were recovered during the multi-agency investigation