Overview
- Authorities say three alleged trafficking groups operated around Cumberland and North Carey streets, North Calhoun Street, and Brunt Street.
- Searches on Aug. 1 and Nov. 12 recovered hundreds of grams of suspected fentanyl or fentanyl/heroin, about 1,300 capsules, cutting agents, cash, and multiple firearms.
- Indictments cite street-branded products, including fentanyl and heroin marketed as “550” and fentanyl marketed as “Six-Nine.”
- Investigators report dealers shifted sales from West North and Pennsylvania avenues to nearby blocks after the first July overdose cluster.
- Health officials continue outreach in the area, distributing Narcan and test strips as the broader investigation remains active.