51 arrested in massive drug, theft bust in Southern California
Fifty-one suspects were arrested during a multi-million dollar drug and theft bust in Southern California.
The operation, which spanned three counties, was conducted by the San Bernardino Police Department’s Auto Theft Task Force along with other local agencies.
Authorities searched multiple locations where 51 suspects were arrested in total.
During the crackdown, a stockpile of illegal and stolen goods was discovered including:
$8 million of stolen cargo
$325,000 in cash
425 pounds of methamphetamine
48 gallons of liquid meth
20 stolen vehicles
20 rifles and handguns
1 working meth lab
Fifty-one suspects were arrested and $8 million worth of stolen cargo was discovered during a San Bernardino County bust operation. (San Bernardino Police Department) Fifty-one suspects were arrested and $8 million worth of stolen cargo was discovered during a San Bernardino County bust operation. (San Bernardino Police Department) Fifty-one suspects were arrested and $8 million worth of stolen cargo was discovered during a San Bernardino County bust operation. (San Bernardino Police Department)
Photos of the bust show the stolen cargo was stored in a warehouse and, along with the seized firearms, officers found a significant amount of ammunition as well.
The 51 suspects who were arrested were booked on numerous charges including felonies related to train burglaries, VIN-switched stolen vehicles, operating a meth lab, possession of meth for sale, child endangerment, possession of assault weapons, conspiracy and more.
The suspects’ identities were not released.
Anyone with information on the case can contact San Bernardino police at 909-384-5742.
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