California Seizes 14 Million Lethal Doses of Fentanyl in LA Bust

California Attorney General Rob Bonta announced a significant fentanyl bust in Los Angeles, resulting in the arrest of three traffickers and the seizure of nearly $55 million worth of fentanyl, equivalent to 14 million lethal doses. The collaboration between the California Department of Justice and the Downey Police Department led to the capture of 20 kilograms of fentanyl powder, along with heroin, methamphetamine, cocaine, and firearm suppressors. Bonta emphasized the ongoing opioid crisis, stating that fentanyl is a leading cause of drug overdoses in Los Angeles County. The traffickers, identified as Carlos Manuel Mariscal and siblings Priscilla and Gustavo Gomez, face multiple charges related to drug trafficking and possession of illegal firearms. This operation highlights the persistent efforts of law enforcement to combat the fentanyl epidemic in California, which continues to affect communities statewide. The investigation is part of the broader Fentanyl Enforcement Program initiated by the California DOJ in 2023.