Akron, OH – A major law enforcement operation in Summit County has led to the arrest of 34 suspects and the seizure of dozens of firearms and large quantities of illegal drugs, authorities announced Tuesday.
According to the Summit County Sheriff’s Office, the multi-jurisdictional crackdown included local, state, and federal partners. Investigators recovered 32 pistols, one revolver, six rifles, two suppressors, and a machine gun conversion device. The operation also resulted in the seizure of 417 grams of powdered cocaine, 376 grams of crack cocaine, 94 grams of heroin, 134 grams of fentanyl, 4663 grams of methamphetamine, and 443 grams of marijuana.
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio confirmed that more than 30 individuals are facing charges tied to drug trafficking and illegal firearm possession. Officials said the case reflects an ongoing effort to combat violent crime and narcotics distribution in the Akron area.
