LECANTO, Fla. (WFLA) — The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office released the results of a weeks-long covert operation dubbed “Summer in the Slammer.”
The effort between CCSO and the U.S. Marshal’s Service targeted drug dealers and habitual drug abusers throughout the Citrus County community. In all, the operation ended with 64 individuals destined to spend at least part of their summer behind bars.
Deputies said over 200 grams of illicit fentanyl, 636 grams of methamphetamine, and 1,024 grams of other various narcotics were seized.
“I am appalled to see so Florida many individuals trafficking illicit fentanyl, methamphetamine, and other deadly drugs in Citrus County,” Sheriff Mike Prendergast said. “These criminals have no concern for others’ lives and put our community in danger.”
“Unfortunately, these aren’t the last drug dealers and habitual drug abusers we will stop – but we will remain steadfast in our mission to put an end to illicit drug activity.”
If you know of anyone who may be dealing in illegal narcotics or know of someone struggling with addiction, call CCSO’s non-emergency line at 352-249-2790 to file a report, or to speak with the Behavioral Health Unit for assistance.
