Drugs — Pinellas County, FL — reported 2026-07-15

SUMMARY

A months-long narcotics investigation resulted in 19 arrests.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Drugs
  • Location: Pinellas County, FL
  • Date reported: 2026-07-15
  • Suspect: not stated

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The investigation began in August 2024.
  • Undercover detectives initiated controlled purchases of illegal narcotics from suspected drug dealers.
  • More than two kilograms of cocaine, approximately six ounces of fentanyl, and about one and a half pounds of methamphetamine were recovered.
  • A pill press believed to be used in the production of counterfeit pills was seized.
  • Multiple firearms, including an AK style rifle, seven handguns, and over 1,000 rounds of ammunition were recovered.