Metro ABC Director Addresses Alleged Drug Trafficking at Russell Liquor Store

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) — Louisville’s Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control is taking action against Mr. Silks Party Store on West Muhammad Ali Boulevard, saying officers have spent months investigating alleged drug trafficking at the location.

Director Brad Silveria told WAVE his office received a tip over the summer and has worked on the case since then.

A city ordinance that took effect in late 2023 gives Louisville Metro ABC authority to issue an emergency suspension order. Silveria said that power allows officers to move quickly, which they did last Thursday at Mr. Silks Party Store…

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