video: Eleven Arrested, Detained In Alleged Heroin Trafficking Operation
Monday, May 14, 2012
Following an eight month investigation 11 individuals were arrested on Thursday and Friday on drug and firearms charges. The continuing investigation by the United States Attorney's Office, the FBI and the DEA, along with the Rhode Island State Police and local law enforcement detectives resulted in the seizure of over 3 kilograms of heroin, approximately 200 grams of cocaine, approximately $450,000 in cash, five firearms, and twelve vehicles.
The largest seizure occured on Thursday at a West Warwick residence where four suspects were arrested and $300,000 in cash along with two kilograms of heroin and 1/4 kilogram of cocaine were seized.