Executive Summary
- A multi-agency operation in Washington state resulted in four arrests and the seizure of narcotics valued at approximately $1.3 million.
- Authorities confiscated over 70 pounds of methamphetamine and 16 pounds of fentanyl powder, along with heroin and cocaine.
- The months-long investigation, “Operation Eastbound and Down,” targeted a regional supplier distributing drugs across King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties.
- Search warrants were executed at multiple locations in Bridgeport, Lynnwood, and Kirkland as part of the coordinated bust.
A multi-agency law enforcement operation in Washington state on Monday, November 10, resulted in four arrests and the seizure of illegal narcotics with an estimated street value of $1.3 million. The operation targeted a regional drug supplier operating across several counties.
The Investigation
The months-long investigation, dubbed “Operation Eastbound and Down,” was led by the King County Sheriff’s Office Precinct 4 Special Emphasis Team, with assistance from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office. According to authorities, the investigation focused on a supplier who allegedly received shipments of over 100 pounds of narcotics every few weeks for distribution to local dealers in King, Pierce, and Snohomish counties.
Coordinated Raids and Seizures
Law enforcement officials executed coordinated search warrants at locations in Bridgeport, Lynnwood, and Kirkland. The raids yielded a substantial quantity of illegal substances, including 70.55 pounds of methamphetamine, 16 pounds of fentanyl powder, 6.83 pounds of heroin, and 1.67 pounds of cocaine. In addition to the narcotics, authorities confiscated a handgun, a vehicle, and $83,652 in cash believed to be proceeds from drug sales.
Multi-Agency Collaboration
Officials from the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office highlighted the importance of inter-agency cooperation in addressing regional drug trafficking. Four individuals were arrested in connection with the operation. It is important to note that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.