An extensive drug bust unfolded on the Long Island Expressway in Queens this past Wednesday, as authorities intercepted a vehicle laden with illegal substances. Law enforcement officials confirmed that a truck was stopped at 59-20 Borden Avenue in the Maspeth section, a detail reported by ABC7NY. The cargo included an impressive load of 20 pallets of cannabis alongside other illegal drugs, various drug paraphernalia, and vaping products.
In a parallel report by Audacy, it was noted that six individuals – four men and two women – found themselves in custody following the stop. The narrative of the van packed with drugs matches that of the aforementioned truck, suggesting a connection between the incidents on the same stretch of road in Maspeth, Queens.
The bust signals a significant seizure in the ongoing war against drug trafficking in the city. However, as of now, both sources have been scant on details regarding the origins or intended distribution points of the contraband. The New York City Sheriff’s Office is taking point on what promises to be a thorough investigation into these findings…