Lake County drug bust leads to seized firearms, cash and drugs after 6-month investigation

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A six-month investigation into illicit drug dealing in Lake County led to the confiscation of four firearms and a variety of drugs.

The Lake County Sheriff's Department Drug Task Force and Tactical Unit executed a search warrant on Nov. 19 at a home in the 2500 block of Schrage Avenue.

During the search, police seized the following items:

  • 6 pounds of vegetative marijuana
  • 2,096 THC vape cartridges
  • 197.2 Psilocybin mushrooms
  • 1.2 grams fentanyl
  • 4 firearms
  • $5,687 US currency

A 24-year-old man was taken into custody in connection with the confiscated items. Authorities said he could face felony charges.

The investigation is ongoing and further details haven't been released.

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