HSI Phoenix, Arizona Department of Public Safety seize over $1M in drugs and arrest 6

PHOENIX — On Jan. 18, Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents and Arizona Department of Public Safety troopers seized approximately 459 pounds of methamphetamine, 148 pounds of fentanyl pills, and 2.55 pounds of cocaine in three separate traffic stops. Authorities arrested six suspects on felony drug-related charges — all within one hour of activity.

The investigation revealed the drugs were being transported from Southern Arizona to Phoenix. The estimated street value of the drugs seized is approximately $1.285 million.

To report suspicious drug-related activity, call 877-4-HSI-TIP (877-447-4847).

HSI is the principal investigative arm of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), responsible for investigating transnational crime and threats, specifically those criminal organizations that exploit the global infrastructure through which international trade, travel and finance move. HSI’s workforce of more than 8,700 employees consists of more than 7,100 special agents assigned to 237 cities throughout the United States, and 93 overseas locations in 56 countries. HSI’s international presence represents DHS’ largest investigative law enforcement presence abroad and one of the largest international footprints in U.S. law enforcement.