There is no typical demographic of a drug trafficker. Albers had his drug traffic organization, he was arrested, he continued from inside the jail to direct that organization to distribute pills, Stucker said. VIOLATION OF PROBATION - OUT OF COUNTY, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Brandon, a UCF grad, joined the ClickOrlando team in November 2021. (Orange County Sheriff's Office / Twitter). ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. A raid of eight central Florida homes turned up a group believed to be involved in trafficking drugs and a number of other crimes. The Orange County Sheriff's Office made 13 arrests as part of dismantling a drug trafficking organization. Authorities. "This is a perfect example of see something, say something," Demings said. The raid, part of a nearly two-year investigation called Operation Glass House, turned up semi-automatic rifles, high-powered handguns, drugs and much more, according to investigators. OUT-OF-COUNTY WARRANT-, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: In place of warehouses, more people known as "mules" would secrete the drugs in body cavities, investigators said, carrying them across the border from Mexico. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. - Deputies with the Orange County Sheriff's Office responding to a call about suspected animal cruelty and ended up making a major drug bust. 4.5 million fentanyl pills, 3,000 pounds of meth seized during joint drug bust Cedar Rapids Police identify 16-year-old shooting victim Waterloo mother charged after 1-year-old ingests Drano cleaner FAIL TO RETURN HIRED/LEASED/PERS.PROP>=300, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: (MDMA/ECSTASY), Charges/Reason/Suspicion: ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Orange County sheriff's deputies and the Drug Enforcement Administration announced Friday that a major drug investigation led to more than 30 arrests. Our neighborhood has been very watchful. DUI PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: DUI - DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE, NO VALID DRIVER LICENSE (NVDL), Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Before joining News 6, Brandon worked at WDBO. While doing a sweep of the apartment to check on the dog, deputies said they ended up finding something else: drugs and $125,000 in cash. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AP) A 19-year-old Florida man is now facing three first-degree-murder charges related to a shooting last week that killed a television news reporter, a 9-year-old girl . "As of today, that [1-800] number had been discontinued, and the service is out of business," Johnson said. CASE, ASSAULT (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE), CHILD ABUSE, AGGRAVATED BATTERY ON A PREGNANT PERSON, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. COCAINE W/INTENT SELL/DEL. One of those involved is accused of trying to kill an Orange County deputy during an arrest. People Love Patrick Mahomes. Copyright 2023 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. Deputies said that 58 warrants were issued and almost 40 people were arrested. Ten drug traffickers were arrested in a major drug bust, the Orange County Sheriff's Office said Monday. Agents said they have been watching Steven Sylvester and Wilfredo Vargas the alleged ringleaders since June 2013. A drug bust in Florida led to the seizure of enough fentanyl to kill at least 500,000 people, according to the Brevard County Sheriff's Office. "We believe the evidence compiled against them will show an organization that used violence and intimidation in our community," said Jeff Walsh, with the Drug Enforcement Administration. Whenever we see suspicious activity we let the sheriffs department know, said Long. Authorities said the suspects began operating the heroin ring in March 2017. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla.- Nearly $1 million in illegal drugs were seized during a recent Orlando drug bust, according to the police department. BuzzFeed News. FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. - The Flagler County Sheriff's Office has closed down a drug house that they say contained enough fentanyl to kill 481,000 people. The homes are west of John Young Parkway and north of Church Street. After an extensive, more than yearlong investigation, members of the Volusia County Sheriff's Office and Volusia Bureau of Investigation dismantled a drug trafficking organization on May 16 responsible for distributing heroin, fentanyl and cocaine on the streets of Volusia County and beyond. Video: 10 drug traffickers arrested, 1 at large in 'Last of the Mojicas' bust, officials say. GOSHEN - An Orange County grand jury has indicted 17 people on drug trafficking charges following investigations by police agencies, the sheriff's and district attorney's offices. March 27, 2015 at 4:42 pm EDT. JACKSONVILLE, Fla. Jacksonville Sheriff Mike Williams said a long-term drug investigation took down a major drug distribution ring in Jacksonville consisting of 27 arrests. 2023 FOX Television Stations, from FRI 12:00 PM EST until FRI 7:00 PM EST, Coastal Volusia County, Inland Volusia County, Northern Lake County, Southern Lake County, Seminole County, Orange County, Osceola County, from THU 4:49 AM EST until THU 9:00 AM EST, Sumter County, from THU 4:19 AM EST until SAT 4:00 AM EST, Coastal Volusia County, Families of murdered Orlando journalist, 9-year-old girl to speak publicly for the first time, FBI: Explosive found in bag at Pennsylvania airport, man arrested, Watch again: NASA's SpaceX Crew-6 lifts off from Florida, now bound for space station, Heat dominates Central Florida before cooler air moves in this weekend, Look outside! TRESPASS ON PROPERTY AFTER WARNING, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Drug agents said the suspects were selling prescription drugs and heroin. (Orange County Sheriff's Office) ORLANDO, Fla. - Thirteen people were arrested as suspects of a drug-trafficking organization that distributes fentanyl and cocaine, according to the Orange. DUI - DRIVING WHILE UNDER THE INFLUENCE, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Once we began to investigate, we discovered the fentanyl operation which was being distributed throughout Central Florida. Investigators also said they believe the group had ties to prostitution and home invasions. Deputies said they began the investigation after repeated complaints from neighbors and businesses. Though the majority of the investigation was completed last year, with much of the suspects arrested before the 2021 holidays, some are still currently at large. July 23, 2013, 8:37 PM. The defendants in custody pleaded not guilty at arraignment and were scheduled for trial Sept. 7. Theyre going to the street to get that supply now, they think theyre buying oxycodone but instead someone is selling them a substance thats 100 times more potent than that, Stucker said. A multi-agency drug bust led to the arrests of 10 people in Central Florida, authorities said. Deputies said four of the 10people arrested were siblings. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Throughout its. BATTERY (DATING VIOLENCE), Charges/Reason/Suspicion: will further investigate, treating the case as a multi-state operation. Klicken Sie auf Einstellungen verwalten um weitere Informationen zu erhalten und Ihre Einstellungen zu verwalten. Officers said on May 11 warrants were served at the homes. Winter Springs police seized 20 guns, more than $51,000 and large quantities of opioids during a drug bust Monday. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody announced the arrest of a massive violent gang operation in Florida linked to a Mexican drug cartel. Operation Icarus" identified a group responsible for trafficking cocaine and thousands of fentanyl pills throughout Central Florida. Officials said the operation was connected to the Mexican cartel, and they were bringing 10 kilos of heroin a month into the United States. A poster board presented at a news conference to discuss the results of a multi-agency drug trafficking investigation on April 6, 2022. Ten drug traffickers were arrested in a major drug bust, the??? "The call takers would send the runners to deliver heroin to the caller in exchange for cash.". 20 arrested in Orange County drug bust Investigators took 20 suspects into custody in the Taft area, accusing them of drug trafficking. Fentanyl, methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin, marijuana and more were seized in what detectives are calling the largest fentanyl bust in Lake County history. POSS. Investigators also said they believe the group had ties to prostitution and home invasions. According to a statement from the Orange County Sheriff's Department, the drugs seized included 40,000 counterfeit Adderall . Demings said the investigation started when investigators received a call from someone living near Sylvester, who reported seeing something suspicious. VIOL. Federal officials seized four homes and several bank accounts they say were used to launder the money in the heroin operation. BATTERY (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE), Charges/Reason/Suspicion: The suspects two of whom are brothers, others who are cousins face between 20 years and life in prison. Dies geschieht in Ihren Datenschutzeinstellungen. One of those involved is accused of trying to kill an Orange County deputy during an arrest. This station is part of Cox Media Group Television. ?s Office said Monday.???? As you can see by the photo thats presented for you today, these individuals involved were of many different age groups, ethnicities, gender and backgrounds.. The Orange County Sheriff's Office busted the group on charges of trafficking. This house in Hemet is one of many seized in the FBI and Orange County drug bust operation that indicted 19 people for selling heroin. Acting Assistant Special Agent in Charge Rodney Blount. GOSHEN - Orange County District Attorney David Hoovler announced Thursday that 17 defendants are facing charges related to the trafficking of cocaine, heroin, fentanyl and prescription medications . Fr nhere Informationen zur Nutzung Ihrer Daten lesen Sie bitte unsere Datenschutzerklrung und Cookie-Richtlinie. CRIMINAL MISCHIEF (>=$1000), Charges/Reason/Suspicion: They were not bringing fentanyl into the Orange County Jail. RESISTING OFFICER WITHOUT VIOLENCE, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Orange County Busts - Welcome To Our Website! A man who Flagler deputies pulled over early Wednesday morning was arrested after he was found to have an active warrant for drug trafficking, according to his charging affidavit. Postal Inspection Service and Orange County Corrections, found that the defendants group was responsible for trafficking cocaine and thousands of fentanyl pills throughout Central Florida. He also described the intricacies of the ring itself and its relation to Steven Robert John Albers, 28, a documented gang member kept at the Orange County Jail who reportedly managed to smuggle drugs into the facility and even helped operate drug trafficking measures throughout Central Florida while behind bars. Prosecutors say its the largest drug bust in Orange County in 16 years JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - On the heels of a nationwide warning from the Drug Enforcement Administration about. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Leaders in local law enforcement attended a news conference Wednesday at the Ninth Judicial State Attorneys Office in Orlando to announce the arrest, prosecution and/or search for 16 people who investigators say are members of a drug trafficking organization. They were not attempting to do that in the jail. All rights reserved. Recommended Stories. OBSTRUCTING JUSTICE-TAMPER WITNESS WITHHOL, POSS 3,4-METHYLEN.-METHAMP. After a nearly two-year drug and gang investigation in east Orange County, deputies and federal agents arrested 24 people Wednesday and seized 230 pounds of marijuana, 200 grams of heroin, 49 . Hey, you have to fight for your neighborhood. The conspiracy allegedly involved couriers to sneak the drug from Mexico to Orange County. ON DOM. BURGLARY OF CONVEYANCE, GRAND THEFT 3RD DEGREE (>$10,000, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Sep 17, 2018 at 1:05 pm. BATTERY ON LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER, RESISTING OFFICER WITHOUT VIOLENCE, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: TO ELUDE POLICE OFFICER >7/04, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Investigators said the number of heroin and fentanyl-related deaths are drastically increasing in Central Florida. OF CANNABIS W/INTENT TO SELL/DELIVER, VIOLATION OF PROBATION - OUT OF COUNTY. Dave Grohl Hauls Big BBQ Smoker to LA Shelter to Feed People Amid Storm. All Rights Reserved. Several other defendants were involved in delivering the narcotic to buyers and collecting money in exchange for a cut of the profits or heroin, the indictment alleged. "There have been 24 arrests, 15 search warrants, a seizure of $160,000 in cash, a seizure of 49 guns, long guns with thousands of rounds of ammunition, two bulletproof vests, $250,000 in assets, including five vehicles, jewelry," Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings said. VOLUSIA. POSSESSION OF FIREARM BY A CONVICTED DELIN, CARRYING A CONCEALED FIREARM, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: GRAND THEFT 3RD DEGREE-MOTOR VEHICLE, POSSESSION OF OXYCODONE (PERCOCET). 2023 Cox Media Group. "The drugs that are now off the street, and the guns that are no longer in the hands of criminals, make this area an even better place to live, work and raise our families," Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings said. The suspects knew each other, but werent working together. ", "For example a taco or an enchilada would be used for the type of order," Johnson said. Monique Worrell, state attorney for Floridas Ninth Judicial Circuit of Orange and Osceola counties, launched the circuits first-ever Adult Civil Citation Program on Friday. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Orange County sheriff's deputies and the Drug Enforcement Administration announced Friday that a major drug investigation led to more than 30 arrests. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Download: WFTVfree mobile apps, LAST OF THE MOJICAS: 10 arrests and 1 person still on the run in a MAJOR drug operation bust. (Video from Fox 35 Orlando) (Dan Wine) A multi-agency . FALSE IMPRISONMENT (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE), BURGLARY OF DWELLING W/ASSAULT OR BATTERY, ASSAULT (DOMESTIC VIOLENCE), Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Martinez Ramos was already in custody after officers found 13 grams of crack cocaine and two firearms in his vehicle during a traffic stop, reports show. [TRENDING: Video shows man trying to kidnap Fla. girl | Deputy guilty of planting drugs in cars | Hangry gator chases Wendys customers]. Worrell said fentanyl was listed as the cause of death in 91% of drug overdose deaths in Florida in 2020, and a report by the U.S. Attorneys Office for the Middle District of Florida concluded that there were almost twice as many fentanyl-related deaths in Florida in 2019 than deaths caused by gun violence. Deputies seized more than three kilograms or 6.6 pounds of fentanyl, three firearms and about $198,000 in assets, reports show. Learn about careers at Cox Media Group. Nineteen suspects were indicted, and investigators are searching for seven more. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Nearly $1 million in illegal drugs were seized during a recent Orlando drug bust, according to the police department. Police said people in the Orlando community called Crimeline about the traffic and sale of narcotics in two homes on the 3300 block of Fitzgerald Drive. Photos & Records From Orange County, Fla. By using this website, you agree to our Terms Of Service, Privacy Policy, and Legal Disclaimer. CONTEMPT OF COURT (CIVIL), Charges/Reason/Suspicion: FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. -- A traffic stop involving. Twelve people were arrested for their alleged involvement in a ring that used two Orange County-based call centers to distribute at least $2 million in heroin, authorities said. They estimate the group took in $2 million, and used million more to buy homes for family members, laundering the drug proceeds and then transferring the money among bank accounts. Charges/Reason/Suspicion: ?Orange County Sheriff? LAKE COUNTY, Fla. - Deputies said they uncovered a nearly $300,000 drug trafficking operation and booked 27 people on drug-related charges, which reportedly makes this the largest fentanyl bust in . Charges faced by members of the group include racketeering, trafficking of fentanyl and cocaine and introduction of contraband into a county facility, among others. Investigators said the drugs came from Mexico and were driven to Central Florida. RETURN PER COURT ORDER. The operation worked like a 1-800 phone number service for heroin, but there was no physical call center and no warehouse to store the drugs, said Kristi Johnson of the FBI during a news conference Tuesday. Due to the operation, Stucker said more than 11,000 fentanyl pills were halted from reaching the streets. PETIT THEFT, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: SANTA ANA, Calif. (KABC) -- Two alleged drug dealers were behind bars Wednesday after what Orange County authorities described as the largest drug bust in the past 16 years. The sheriff's office said they . Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine, according to the CDC. Hoovler and Orange County Sheriff Carl DuBois said the bail reforms have meant fewer people being screened for substance abuse issues at the Orange County Jail, which had been a center for. FAILURE OF DEFENDANT TO APPEAR, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: The raid, part of a nearly two-year investigation called Operation Glass House, turned up semi-automatic rifles, high-powered handguns, drugs and much more, according to investigators. The call takers would then send a 'runner' to a parking lot in Orange County to deliver the heroin to the caller in exchange for cash," said Kristi Johnson, FBI assistant director in charge. Demings said the investigation started when investigators received a call from someone living near Sylvester, who reported seeing something suspicious. REMOVING CHILD CONTRARY TO COURT ORDER, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: "There have been 24 arrests, 15 search warrants, a seizure of $160,000 in cash, a seizure of 49 guns, long guns with thousands of rounds of ammunition, two bulletproof vests, $250,000 in assets, including five vehicles, jewelry," Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings said. Postal Inspection Service and Orange County. OF CANNABIS W/OUT CONSIDERATION, POSSESSION OF CANNABIS > 20 GRAMS, TRAFFICKING IN CANNABIS >25 LBS/300 PLANTS, DRUG EQUIP-POSSESS-USE POSS MFGR PARAPHERNALIA TO, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: The Orange County Sheriff's Office busted the group on charges of trafficking heroin, fentanyl and methamphetamine into Central Florida. )], The increase of fentanyl overdose deaths in our circuit is alarming, and as state attorney I will continue to utilize my resources to incapacitate the drug trafficking organizations that continue to bring fentanyl into our communities, Worrell said. "The way you sting is to dismantle the entire operation from the head down that takes them completely out of play," said Orange County Sheriff Don Barnes. As far as how Albers was able to smuggle drugs into the Orange County jail, however, Stucker said that he couldnt specifically discuss jail security procedures. SANTA ANA, Calif. (KABC) -- Twelve people were arrested Tuesday for their alleged involvement in a ring that used two Orange County-based call centers to distribute at least $2 million in heroin, authorities said. Agents with the Orange County Sheriff's Office and the Drug Enforcement Administration conducted the raids. Ashley joined ClickOrlando.com in June 2022. Orlando Sentinel. The FBI served more that 12 search warrants early Tuesday morning as part of Operation Horse Caller, a large . AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A FIREARM, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Investigators also said many of the deals went down in parking lots near Bristol and McFadden, car to car, in plain view. "For example, a taco or an enchilada would be used for the type of order. The U.S. Navys Mideast-based 5th Fleet is starting to offer rewards for information that could help sailors intercept weapons, drugs and other illicit shipments across the region. Deputies also arrested Martinez Ramos wife, Jeismarie Bermudez Caraballo, in their apartment after executing a search warrant in May, reports show. The crimes. They also found that an individual incarcerated at the Orange County Jail played an integral role in the drug ring, and that those arrested will be prosecuted by the office of Orange-Osceola State Attorney Monique Worrell. The other seven defendants charged in the federal grand jury indictment are fugitives, with four believed to be in Mexico, officials said. Images and Files Released In & Around Orange County Fla. (Click the headshot to see the complete record) JAY HENRY MILLER Date: 02-24-2023 Charges/Reason/Suspicion: DUI-UNLAW BLD ALCH-DUI INFLUENCE OF ALCOHO KENNETH DANIEL BLACK Date: 02-24-2023 Charges/Reason/Suspicion: BATTERY DERRICK DERON JR PAUL POSSESSION OF CANNABIS < 20 GRAMS, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: OF FIREARM IN COMMISSION OF FELONY, TRAFFIC 10G 3,4-METHYLE.-METHAM (MDMA)/WEA, FLEE/ELUDE POLICE-FLEE ELUDE LEO WITH LIGH, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Unlike gun violence, fentanyl is a silent killer that doesnt draw the attention that it deserves, Worrell said. SECOND DEGREE MURDER WITH A FIREARM, UNLAWFUL DISCHARGE OF FIREARM, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Nearly $1,000,000 worth of illegal drugs were seized in an Orlando drug bust, according to the police department. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. pic.twitter.com/v3W2NXNU8F. The sheriff's office said they received a call on Tuesday about a possible case of animal cruelty after someone reported hearing sounds of a dog being hurt. Ten drug traffickers were arrested in a major drug bust, theOrange County Sheriffs Office said Monday. Video: 10 drug traffickers arrested, 1 at large in 'Last of the Mojicas' bust, officials say Ten drug traffickers were arrested in a major drug bust, the??? POSSESSION OF COCAINE, RESISTING OFFICER WITHOUT VIOLENCE. One person remains at large. Sheriff John Mina said that the operation saved thousands of lives. Man, woman arrested after shooting at police during pursuit with toddler in car, police say, Sheriff: Man arrested in connection with death of 4, including child, at Brevard County home, WATCH: NASA, SpaceX successfully launches 4 astronauts to ISS as part of Crew-6 mission, Florida personal injury attorney accused of stealing more than $840K from clients, Man arrested for attempting to get explosive device on plane heading to Sanford. Authorities. . She said in the last couple years, the drug problem has gotten out of control. The siblings and believed ringleaders were identified as Hector Enrique Mojica-Phipps, Yajaira Mojica-Phipps, Luis Enrique Mojica-Phipps and Dilcia Mojica-Phipps, authorities said. (Copyright 2022 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved. The suspect reportedly told deputies that the dog was with family. Check out The Morning News to get the latest news, weather and traffic in Central Florida. AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A FIREARM, ATT. FLEE/ELUDE POLICE-FLEE ELUDE LEO WITH LIGH, FLEE/ELUDE POLICE-FLEE ELUDE LEO WITH LIGH, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: Members of the MBI board of directors were at the event, as was MBI Director Ron Stucker. Copyright 2023 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. They also found about three kilograms of presumptive positive fentanyl in the bedroom closet and about $70,000, reports show. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. Authorities called the investigation Operation Old Cheney because of the target area near Old Cheney Highway and Semoran Boulevard. What Albers and these other inmates were trying to do was trying to smuggle whats called Suboxone, or Xanax, into the jail for use inside the jail, and so they were trying to get that in. Due to how at least one suspect is believed to be out-of-state Marshawn Barnes, 28, who Stucker said shipped the fentanyl pills via multiple carriers from Arizona to Albers supplier in Orlando the D.E.A. ORLANDO, Fla. Thirteen people were arrested as suspects of a drug-trafficking organization that distributes fentanyl and cocaine, according to the Orange County Sheriffs Office. Neighbors said they had continually made complaints as the drug problem got increasingly worse. Copyright 2021 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved. If you do an overlay on this area you can see the heroin problem on Semoran has never died down, but its more centralized in that area now, which is what caused us to enter it, said Lt. Mike Rosier, of the Orange County Sheriffs Office. Investigators said it wasnt an organized drug ring. POSS. Copyright 2023 KABC Television, LLC. Authorities said buyers of the drug would use coded language referencing Mexican food when placing orders with the call center. City News Service contributed to this report. Julio Cesar Martinez of Riverside, 43, and his brother Victor Martinez of Hemet, 44, are the alleged owners and operators of a heroin distribution organization in Orange County that continued through April, according to the federal indictment returned May 26. "This is a perfect example of see something, say something," Demings said. 24 arrested in major central Florida drug bust. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, OPEN CONTAINERS, POSS 3,4-METHYLEN.-METHAMP. Man, woman arrested after shooting at police during pursuit with toddler in car, police say, Sheriff: Man arrested in connection with death of 4, including child, at Brevard County home, WATCH: NASA, SpaceX successfully launches 4 astronauts to ISS as part of Crew-6 mission, Florida personal injury attorney accused of stealing more than $840K from clients, Man arrested for attempting to get explosive device on plane heading to Sanford. Worrell was joined at the conference by Orange County Sheriff John Mina, Orange County Corrections Chief Louis Quinones Jr., Orlando Police Chief Orlando Roln and A.J. Charges/Reason/Suspicion: (MDMA/ECSTASY), Charges/Reason/Suspicion: The district attorney says this is Orange County's largest drug bust in 16 years. The FBI served more that 12 search warrants early Tuesday morning as part of Operation Horse Caller, a large drug and money laundering bust that took place in Orange County. FAILURE OF DEFENDANT TO APPEAR, FAILURE OF DEFENDANT TO APPEAR, FAILURE OF DEFENDANT TO APPEAR, FAILURE OF DEFENDANT TO APPEAR, Charges/Reason/Suspicion: A raid of eight central Florida homes turned up a group believed to be involved in trafficking drugs and a number of other crimes. So its the same shape, the same color, the same size, and they will mark it with the same markings as if its oxycodone. Fentanyl is a synthetic opioid that is a major contributor to fatal and nonfatal overdoes in the United States. If you need help with the Public File, call 407-291-6000. 16 tons of marijuana, worth nearly $1.2 billion, seized in largest Los Angeles County bust. Copyright 2023 ClickOrlando.com is managed by Graham Digital and published by Graham Media Group, a division of Graham Holdings. By using this website, you accept the terms of our Visitor Agreement and Privacy Policy, and understand your options regarding Ad Choices. ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. Some Orange County residents were on high alert after a drug raid took place at an apartment complex Wednesday evening. Deputies arrested nearly a dozen people at a complex . Police said people in the Orlando community called. 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