The fake pills were intended for retail distribution and have an estimated street value of $15 million to $20 million dollars.
The search was the result of an investigation into a Los Angeles-area drug trafficking organization believed to be linked to the Sinaloa Cartel, according to the DEA. Agents identified Southern California narcotic couriers and stash house managers who were responsible for distributing narcotics to other drug distributors in the area.
The DEA says the Los Angeles area is a major hub for illegal drugs coming from the southwest border. The drugs are stored in warehouses, storage units, and residential properties. The bulk shipments of drugs usually are broken down into smaller quantities and transported to other states or distributed to local dealers. The DEA says the Los Angeles area has many airports, freeways, and bus and train lines that make it easy for shipments to be smuggled to other destinations.
The fake pills are designed to look like real prescription pills and include stamping that resemble real prescription opioids, such as Adderall, authorities say. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission.
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