Operation One Star: 53 arrested in major Gwinnett County drug bust
Drugs and guns seized during Operation One Star. (Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office)
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. - Dozens of people are facing charges after a major recent drug bust in Gwinnett County.
Officials say five of the people arrested in "Operation One Star" are suspected gang members.
What we know:
Officials say the operation involved Gwinnett County deputies as well as local and federal agencies and was designed to target violent crime and gang activity in the county.
According to authorities, deputies seized 13 firearms, 9 kilograms of fentanyl, 193 grams of cocaine, 12 kilograms of methamphetamine, 561 grams of marijuana,148.5 grams of prescription pills, and 2,000 grams of liquid narcotics.
The operation also led to the seizure of more than $47,000.
Drugs and guns seized during Operation One Star. (Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office)
Those arrested face charges that include trafficking in methamphetamine, fentanyl, and cocaine, as well as multiple felony and weapons violations.
What we don't know:
Investigators have not released details about the operation or the names of those who are facing charges.
What they're saying:
"The Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office prioritizes public safety by addressing violent crimes while upholding our mission to serve and protect through dedication, professionalism, active cooperation with the community, and respect for human dignity," the agency said in a statement.
What's next:
Officials say multiple investigations connected with the operation remain ongoing.
The Source: Information for this story came from a report by the Gwinnett County Sheriff's Office.