Over $1.9 million in illegal drugs seized across Virginia in just one week: VSP
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RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) -- More than $1.9 million in illegal narcotics were seized by Virginia State Police (VSP) in just one week as part of ongoing crime suppression operations.
Through a partnership with federal and local agencies, between Jan. 28 and Feb. 3, state troopers seized over 157 pounds of illegal narcotics across the Commonwealth.
This included nearly 92 pounds of marijuana, 60 pounds of methamphetamine, 4.3 pounds of fentanyl, 11.4 ounces of cocaine, 6.5 ounces of crack cocaine and 3.1 ounces of psilocybin, as well as 200 fentanyl pills, 40 ecstasy pills, 9 adderall pills and 175 THC vapes.
VSP said these illegal drugs would have generated $1,943,970 if sold.
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Additionally, state troopers seized $711,860 in U.S. currency and $691,000 in cryptocurrency.
Seven firearms were also recovered, with these weapons reportedly valued at an estimated $3,500.
"The Virginia State Police remain steadfast in their mission to enhance public safety and uphold the laws throughout the Commonwealth while supporting the Governor’s initiatives on violent crime," a VSP spokesperson said in a Feb. 6 press release. "By working in close collaboration with local, state and federal agencies, law enforcement continues to disrupt criminal enterprises and safeguard communities. "
