'Largest meth seizure': DEA seizes over one ton of meth hidden in a celery shipment
Record-Breaking Meth Seizure in Atlanta: $3 Million Worth of Narcotics Taken Off the Streets
In a significant victory for law enforcement, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Atlanta office has announced the largest methamphetamine seizure in its history, with a total of 2,300 pounds of the drug being taken off the streets. This massive haul is also the third largest seizure of methamphetamine nationwide.
Joint Effort Yields Major Results
The seizure was the result of a joint effort between the DEA and other law enforcement agencies, who received information that led them to a tractor-trailer attempting to cross the Mexican border. The truck was stopped and searched, revealing a shipment of celery that contained the massive amount of methamphetamine.
Agricultural Terminal Used as a Front
The truck was driven from Mexico to the Atlanta Farmers Market in Clayton County, which serves as the produce terminal for the Southeastern United States. Officials are concerned that the use of an agricultural terminal as a front for drug trafficking poses a risk of food contamination, highlighting the importance of keeping consumers safe.
Entire Load of Celery Destroyed
As a result of the seizure, the entire load of celery that the methamphetamine was packed in was destroyed to prevent any potential contamination. The successful operation is a major blow to drug traffickers and sends a strong message to those involved in the illegal drug trade.
Warning to Cartels
Agricultural officials are warning drug cartels that they will be caught and prosecuted if they attempt to use agriculture as a means to an end and a cover for criminal activity. "You will be caught, you will be prosecuted, and you will go to prison," they emphasized.
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