HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — A four-month-long prescription drug operation has led to a man being arrested and over $45,000 worth of prescription medication has been recovered.
Huntsville Police said that the extended investigation paid off on Tuesday, when HPD’s Anti-Crime Team ended the operation that was taking place across Huntsville and throughout Madison County.
HPD told News 19 that the following items were recovered:
- Prescription medication valued at $45,000+
- $72,000+ in cash
- Three firearms
As a result, Vernon Hereford, 71, of Huntsville, was arrested and charged with drug trafficking, possession of a controlled substance, ex-felon in possession of a firearm…