One person arrested following large fentanyl bust in Alabama

ALABAMA — A major drug investigation spanning both sides of the Chattahoochee River has led to multiple felony charges after authorities say they seized enough fentanyl to potentially kill tens of thousands of people.

According to officials, the investigation was a joint effort between the Russell County Sheriff’s Office and the Muscogee County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities announced the results Thursday during a press conference.

Investigators said they began looking into 44-year-old Eddie Gordy Jr. on March 26 for suspected drug trafficking in the area. The investigation resulted in Gordy being charged with trafficking fentanyl, with an estimated street value of about $8,500…

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