Drugs — Madera, CA — reported 2026-07-13

SUMMARY

A narcotics supplier accused of providing drugs to be smuggled into California State Prison, Solano, was arrested.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Drugs
  • Location: Madera, CA
  • Date reported: 2026-07-13
  • Suspect: not stated
  • Status: arrest

REPORTED DETAILS

  • The arrest stems from a joint investigation launched in March 2025 by the California Department of Justice (DOJ) and the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
  • On July 6, 2026, DOJ, with assistance from CDCR, executed a search warrant at a Madera residence.
  • 775 grams of heroin, 453 grams of concentrated cannabis and $2,000 in cash were seized.
  • The suspect was arrested and booked into the Merced County Jail.
  • The Merced County District Attorney's Office will be prosecuting the case.