Nearly 30 pounds of meth seized following drug bust operation in North Las Vegas

NORTH LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — North Las Vegas police say their Narcotics Unit seized about 30 pounds of methamphetamine in a recent operation, preventing the drugs from reaching local neighborhoods and communities.

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Authorities called the seizure the result of proactive police work and teamwork aimed at disrupting the flow of illegal narcotics into the city.

Police also credited investigators and intelligence-gathering efforts for helping identify and hold drug traffickers accountable.

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Officials said removing illegal drugs from the streets can help protect lives, prevent crimes, and improve public safety across North Las Vegas.

No other regarding the location or date of the operation have been provided by the department.

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