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CHP Seizes $1.7M Worth of Fentanyl, 120,000 Pills Hidden in Raw Beef on I-5

Oct 8, 2024, 08:26 PM

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) recently seized 11 pounds of fentanyl valued at $1.7 million during traffic stops on I-5 in the Central Valley, including Fresno County. The operation also led to the discovery of 120,000 fentanyl-laced pills. The drugs were hidden inside packages of raw beef, including carne asada, and a cooler. Three out-of-state suspects were arrested in connection with the smuggling attempt. This seizure underscores California's commitment to keeping communities safe.