DEA Seizes Record 2,585 Pounds of Meth in Atlanta
DEA Seizes Record 2,585 Pounds of Meth in Atlanta
DEA Seizes Record 2,585 Pounds of Meth in Atlanta
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Federal authorities made a record-breaking seizure of 2,585 pounds of crystal methamphetamine valued at $3.2 million at the Atlanta State Farmers Market, hidden in boxes of celery. The DEA arrested Jesus Martinez, identified as a member of a Mexican cartel, in connection with the bust. This seizure is the largest ever in Atlanta and the third largest nationwide this year. The operation highlights the significant reach and confidence of cartels like Sinaloa and Jalisco, responsible for most of the meth and fentanyl entering the U.S. The celery was destroyed to prevent any potential contamination. Separately, the St. Pete Police Department announced the results of 'Operation Cookie Dough,' a nine-month investigation into a major fentanyl trafficker, marking one of the largest drug busts in the city's history.

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