Richmond, VA – Virginia State Police announced significant results this week from ongoing crime suppression operations conducted across the Commonwealth, including the recovery of firearms, large-scale narcotics seizures, and expanded human trafficking investigations.
According to Virginia State Police, the coordinated enforcement effort took place from December 3 through December 9, 2025, involving partnerships with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. Officials say the initiative focused on violent crime reduction, drug trafficking interdiction, and victim identification.
During the reporting period, troopers and investigators recovered 13 firearms, valued at approximately $6,500, along with 20 controlled substance pills. Authorities also seized $12,205 in U.S. currency linked to criminal activity.
Narcotics enforcement accounted for the majority of the operation’s impact. Police reported a total of 85.8 pounds of illegal drugs seized, representing an estimated $1.68 million in denied revenue to criminal organizations. The breakdown included 75.7 pounds of methamphetamine, 8.9 pounds of marijuana, 7 ounces of cocaine, 5 ounces of crack cocaine, and 6.8 ounces of fentanyl.
Human trafficking investigations also expanded during the week. State police received 22 new trafficking-related tips, bringing the total to 1,394 tips statewide. Investigators reported 210 cases currently under investigation, 3,672 individual investigative activities, and 77 victims identified and offered services.
Gaming enforcement efforts generated seven new tips, with nearly 2,000 tips received statewide to date.
Virginia State Police said the operations are part of an ongoing strategy to disrupt criminal enterprises, enhance public safety, and support statewide violent crime reduction initiatives.
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