Texas Law Enforcement Seizes $4.8M, Vehicles & Firearms in Smoke Shop Investigation
Date: April 24, 2025
In a major joint law enforcement operation spanning Kaufman and Dallas Counties, authorities have seized approximately $4.8 million in cash, vehicles, firearms, and jewelry. The raid, which took place on Monday, followed a long-term investigation into alleged illegal drug distribution connected to businesses identified as Sky Rise and ZRD Smoke Shops .
The operation was spearheaded by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and included key support from multiple agencies such as the Kaufman County Street Crimes Unit , Forney Police Department , Terrell Police Department , and the Kaufman County Sheriff’s Office …