HOUSTON — Houston investigators say they uncovered a massive drug operation — including more than 1,000 pounds of livestock feed that tested positive for methamphetamine.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety’s Southeast Texas Region, the two-day operation targeted narcotics trafficking and involved several local, state and federal agencies working together.
What investigators say was seized
According to DPS, investigators recovered a large amount of suspected methamphetamine and related materials:
- 15 gallons of liquid methamphetamine
- 1,140 pounds of livestock feed that tested positive for methamphetamine
- 137 pounds of liquid methamphetamine
- 5 pounds of crystal methamphetamine finished product
- 4 firearms
Authorities also reported five arrests tied to the operation.
Multi-agency effort
DPS said the operation was carried out by its Criminal Investigation Division alongside multiple partners, including:
- 2B3 Major Drug Squad
- Drug Enforcement Administration Strike Force D-45
- Houston Police Department Targeted Narcotics Enforcement Team
- DPS Methamphetamine Initiative Group
- HPD High Hazard Clan Lab
DPS statement
“Following a 2-day operation in Houston, DPS CID – alongside our local and state partners – made a major impact in the fight against dangerous narcotics trafficking,” the agency said in its post.
“This operation is a direct result of outstanding collaboration and together, these partnerships will continue to keep dangerous drugs and weapons off our streets and out of our communities.”…