The Mesquite Police Department has made great progress in dismantling an unlawful enterprise by successfully executing multiple search warrants, resulting in several arrests and the confiscation of drugs and firearms.
Earlier in April, a routine stop for a stolen vehicle turned violent when the suspect’s accomplice opened fire on authorities. Although the shooter escaped capture at first, a subsequent investigation by Mesquite officers, in collaboration with the FBI, revealed a larger criminal network.
Law enforcement identified and targeted different Dallas locations suspected of being involved in vehicle theft and narcotics trafficking using techniques such as data analysis, surveillance, and unwavering determination. The joint operation conducted out earlier this week revealed the sophisticated scheme that these guys were pursuing.
According to a social media post by the Mesquite Police Department, officials seized 64 pounds of marijuana, 3 pounds of psilocybin mushrooms, 46 grams of cocaine, several prohibited narcotics and THC products, and 11 guns.
The raid not only reduced the supply of illegal substances, but also removed dangerous weapons and individuals from the neighborhood.
