Operation Terminus
In today's world, Operation Terminus has become a topic of great relevance and interest to a wide sector of society. Whether due to its impact on the economy, its influence on popular culture, or its role in history, Operation Terminus has become a topic of constant discussion in different areas. Over the years, Operation Terminus has sparked mixed opinions, heated debates, and has been the subject of numerous studies and investigations. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the role of Operation Terminus today and discuss its importance in different contexts.
| Date | 2012–2013 |
|---|---|
| Location | Arizona, California, Indiana |
| Outcome | Successful operation, 77 arrests, $7.5 million and hundreds of pounds of narcotics seized. |
Operation Terminus[1] was a 30-month investigation into a Sinaloa Cartel drug smuggling ring in Arizona, California and Indiana. Beginning sometime in 2012, Operation Terminus investigators seized $7.5 million in cash, 485 pounds of methamphetamine, 50 Kilograms of cocaine, 4.5 pounds of heroin and 37 guns, including assault rifles, sniper rifles, and various other small arms. 77 suspects were indicted, and an "extensive drug trafficking network" stretching from Sinaloa, to Phoenix, Arizona, Los Angeles, and Indianapolis, was uncovered. Police officials have also reported that as result of the legalization of marijuana in some U.S. states, Mexican cartels are turning to more dangerous illegals drugs to make up for lost profits. A police spokesman in Tempe, Arizona, Lieutenant Mike Pooley commented on the situation: "They are plowing marijuana fields and planting opiates. It's killing our youths. It's an epidemic."[1][2]
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References
- ^ a b Jim Walsh and Allison Gargaro (2015-03-06). "Police: Meth bust shows legal pot forces cartels to change tactics". The Republican. Retrieved 2016-03-18.
- ^ Kathie Ritchie (2015-03-05). "Authorities Take Down Drug Organization With Ties To Sinaloa Cartel". Retrieved 2016-03-18.