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Drug bust nets cocaine, mushrooms, marijuana, $17K cash in Allentown raid

ALLENTOWN, PA — A 31-year-old woman was arrested Friday afternoon after police seized a large quantity of illegal drugs and cash during a search of an Allentown apartment, officials said. Members of the Vice and Intelligence Unit executed a drug-related …

Imo govt organises seminar for patent medicine dealers to fight illicit drug abuse

  Imo State government has intensified efforts in awareness campaign against drug abuse with sole aim of reducing its prevalence in the State. This was disclosed at a seminar organised for patent medicine dealers in Imo State by the Special Adviser to …

Arrest as police seize suspected illegal drugs following pursuit in North Yorkshire

Officers saw the vehicle travelling towards the York area at about 6.20pm yesterday (Friday, April 25). But its driver failed to stop for officers, leading to the car being pursued to Easingwold, North Yorkshire Police said. A force spokesperson added: “ …

Drug Dealer Apologises For Poor-Quality Heroin and Crack Cocaine, Offers Freebies to Customers

Quick Take Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. Christopher Duckworth operated a drug supply line called Ducky. He was caught selling heroin and crack cocaine in St Helens. Duckworth offered free samples after customers complained about quality. …

Food delivery rider arrested after being found with various illicit drugs worth thousands

The Divisional Drugs Unit in Dublin South Central were conducting a routine checkpoint in the South Inner City on Thursday, April 24, when they spotted a food delivery rider on an electric bike cycling off away from them. Making the gardaí suspicious, when …

Illegal drug de-addiction centre busted in Jalandhar

An unauthorised drug de-addiction centre operating in Jalandhar’s Samrai village was sealed and at least 103 youngsters, who were illegally detained there under the guise of treatment, were rescued, officials said on Friday. Jalandhar DC Aggarwal said the …

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Why is cocaine flooding Germany?

Earlier this week, the President of the Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA), Holger Münch, warned of a "cocaine surge." The drug is spreading very rapidly in Germany, because the market in North America is saturated and the drug trade is now …

Keta: Police destroy 24 bags of suspected cannabis 

Evans Worlanyo Ameamu, GNA  Keta (VR), April 26, GNA – The Keta Divisional Police Command, in the Volta Region have destroyed some 24 maxim bags of suspected cannabis at Adzido in the Municipality.  The suspected weed was intercepted on December 29, 2023, …

Men used crates of watermelons to smuggle £1.5m cannabis into UK

Two men who tried to smuggle up to £1.5 million of cannabis hidden inside crates of watermelons into the UK have been locked up. Scott McSeveney, masterminded the plan to smuggle the class B drugs from Spain to Scotland. The 37-year-old enlisted the help …

Traffic stop yields $200,000 worth of cocaine in Southeast

CARMEL – One of Putnam’s largest drug busts in recent memory was made thanks to the efforts of the Sheriff’s Department’s Narcotics Enforcement Unit. Sheriff Kevin McConville reported Friday that members of the undercover task force were on patrol when …

WCSO seizes over 50 pounds of illegal drugs

WICHITA COUNTY, Texas (KAUZ) - The Wichita County Sheriff’s Office has removed over 50 pounds of cocaine from the community according to a Facebook post from the agency. The seizure occurred on Thursday, April 24, when county units stopped a truck and …

Four arrested after officers bust illegal drug operation in North Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. - Four suspects are behind bars after officers busted an illegal drug operation inside a North Tampa home on Wednesday, police said.  What we know: The Tampa Police Department said they executed a search warrant at the home, which is located in …

State police find nearly $2 million worth of cocaine hidden in vehicle during traffic stop

GREENSVILLE COUNTY, Va. (WWBT/Gray News) - Authorities in Virginia say two Florida men are facing charges after police found kilos of cocaine in their vehicle. According to the Virginia State Police, the drug bust occurred after a vehicle was stopped …

Halifax County Man Sentenced to 11 Years in Prison for Distributing Narcotics in Halifax County

RALEIGH, N.C. – Troy Covington, age 54, was sentenced Tuesday to 11 years in prison for distributing methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine. Covington pleaded guilty to the charges on January 23, 2025. According to court records and evidence presented at …

Man sentenced to 10-year RI for smuggling 124 kg of ganja

The Special Court for Essential Commodities and Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act Cases in Madurai has sentenced D. Raju alias Mahendra Banoth to 10-year rigorous imprisonment for smuggling 124 kg ganja in Madurai in 2018. According to a press …

Man wanted for hiding cannabis-filled Easter eggs in parks

Five cannabis eggs were found in parks and behind a motel (Picture: Lufkin Police Department) Police in the US are searching for a man accused of hiding plastic eggs filled with cannabis in parks as part of an Easter scavenger hunt. Avante Nicholson …

NACOC assures public of integrity in handling seized narcotics

The Deputy Director General of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), Twum Barima, has assured Ghanaians that the Commission's current leadership has the integrity and competence to properly handle intercepted narcotics, including cocaine. On …

Officers discover fentanyl laced marijuana in teen's car during routine stop

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (CBS12) — A West Palm Beach teen is behind bars after a traffic stop led to the discovery of an ounce of marijuana laced with fentanyl. Just before 1 p.m. on Wednesday, officers with the Palm Beach Gardens Police Department (PBGPD) …

GUIDE TO ROTH CONVERSIONS

GET A ROTH ANALYSIS FIRST MCKINNEY, TX, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For individuals contemplating whether to convert their traditional IRAs, 401(k)s, and other tax-qualified retirement plans to a Roth IRA, Retirement Tax …

CTW Inc. Announces Anime Collaboration for 'So I'm a Spider, So What?'

CTW Inc. Announces Collaboration Between "So I'm a Spider, So What? Ruler of the Labyrinth" and "That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime" MINATO-KU, TOKYO, JAPAN, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CTW Inc. has …

PJ’s Soaps & Bombs Sets New Standard in Natural Skincare With Eco-Conscious Packaging and Artisan Ingredients

Handmade bath and body brand champions sustainability and sensory-rich products in 2025 ELK GROVE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PJ’s Soaps & Bombs, the handcrafted bath and body company known for its small-batch production …

Changing Life & Destiny Conference 2025 Kicks Off in Dallas, Uniting Leaders in Functional Health and Longevity

DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The highly anticipated Changing Life & Destiny (CLD) Conference officially opens today at the Hilton Granite Park Hotel in Dallas/Plano. Recognized as the nation’s premier event in …

DFW Party Rental Announces Stress-Free Event Planning with Full-Service Party Equipment Rentals in Pilot Point, TX

PILOT POINT, TX, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Planning an unforgettable event just got easier! DFW Party Rental is proud to offer full-service party equipment rentals in Pilot Point, Texas, providing everything needed to …

PARKS MADNESS 2025 Celebrates America's Treasured Spaces with Parks Channel and EarthX

Online Voting Open Now at theparkschannel.com to Declare the Park of the Year BETHESDA, MD, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public lands are in the spotlight like never before. Recent administration efforts to slash personnel …

Stanton Optical Expands to Open First Store in Florence, SC

Full-Service Eye Care, Offering Hi-tech Eye Exams, Eye Health Solutions and Affordable Eyewear FLORENCE, SC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stanton Optical, a pioneer in accessible and affordable eye care, proudly announces the …

Former Gamecock standout named IRONWOMAN by Global Eco Adventures

WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson says she is “blessed” to be “in such elite company” COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A’Ja Wilson, the all-time leading scorer in South Carolina Women’s Basketball history and the WNBA’s …

Mexican & Turkish Men’s Soccer National Teams to Play in Chapel Hill, NC June 10, 2025

MexTour 2025 Features First-Ever Visit to Chapel Hill CHAPEL HILL, NC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International soccer returns to Chapel Hill for the third consecutive year as the Mexican National Team will play the …

Hideout Fitness Introduces Educational Series on Body Transformation Principles

Irvine Fitness Studio Challenges Common Misconceptions About Arm and Leg Toning Through New Educational Series IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Irvine-based Hideout Fitness has developed an educational series …

Australian Teens Embrace Reusable Period Care: New Guide Highlights First-Time Use of Menstrual Discs

Australian Teens Embrace Reusable Period Care: New Guide Highlights First-Time Use of Menstrual Discs VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new guide released this month explores how Australian teenagers are leading a shift …

Chinese Playwright Shao Yong Liu Receives Creative Award at First Global Micro-Short Drama Screenplay Competition

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Playwright Shao Yong Liu has been awarded the Creative Award for his screenplay "Swimming to the Other Shore" at the inaugural Global Micro-Short Drama Screenplay …

Zafir Rashid prepares Teramir Group for vertical construction as pre-permitting milestones near completion

Zafir Rashid leads Teramir Group into final pre-construction phase for $1.5B global projects, with permits expected within 30 days. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zafir Rashid, Head of Development at Teramir …

Berg Injury Lawyers Supports Inclusive Play With $3,000 Donation to The Awesome Spot Playground

Berg Injury Lawyers is proud to announce a $3,000 donation to The Awesome Spot Playground, an inclusive playground project being developed in Modesto, CA. MODESTO, CA, UNITED STATES, April 23, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Berg Injury Lawyers, a …

JAWS - 50th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION FESTIVITIES

CELEBRATE 50th ANNIVERSARY OF UNIVERSAL PICTURES AND STEVEN SPIELBERG’S JAWS ON MARTHA’S VINEYARD WITH NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC, DISCOVERY CHANNEL & ALAMO DRAFTHOUSE MARTHA'S VINEYARD, MA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

Diamond Dreams Academy Launches Initiative to Transform Indian Baseball: From Playground to Professional League

"Building Champions, One Coach at a Time." NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Diamond Dreams Academy (DDA) continues its mission to elevate baseball in India by addressing the challenges faced by Indian …

Temecula Salt Cave and Holistic Center Invites Community to Ribbon Cutting and Soft Opening

Mother-Daughter Founders Bring Salt Therapy and Holistic Healing to the Temecula Community TEMECULA, CA, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Temecula Salt Cave and Holistic Center, a rejuvenating gathering space for health, healing, and …

Treetops Resort Takes Top Honor at the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association’s Stars of the Industry Awards

– Michigan’s most spectacular resort -Treetops Resort known for its award-winning golf nationally and year-round outdoor fun. GAYLORD, MI, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Michigan’s most spectacular resort -Treetops Resort …

OnlinePilatesClasses.com announces Spring Training 2025: Empower a Fitness Journey

A transformative week-long Pilates challenge designed for those ready to unlock their strength and confidence LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OnlinePilatesClasses.com (OPC) proudly announces the launch of Spring …

Award-Winning Ink Couture Tattoos Opens New Location in Northwest San Antonio

Headed by Playboy Playmate Kandy Kouture, Ink Couture Tattoos opens a new location in NW San Antonio becoming the fastest growing, female-owned tattoo chain. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, April 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ink Couture …