Baltimore Police Seize Kilo Fentanyl, Guns, Cash Arrest Six

Baltimore police conducted a month-long investigation targeting drug trafficking in the Carrollton Ridge neighborhood, resulting in the arrest of six individuals and the seizure of a kilogram of fentanyl, suspected fentanyl capsules, guns including a rifle and a Polymer80 ghost gun, over $16,000 in cash, and packaging materials. The raids took place at two residential locations on West Lombard Street and Dalton Avenue. Police Commissioner Richard Worley highlighted the significant impact of the seized fentanyl, noting it could potentially kill around 500,000 people, and praised the dedication of officers in disrupting drug trafficking organizations responsible for neighborhood violence. Community members expressed relief at the bust but voiced concerns about ongoing issues such as mental health, poverty, lack of jobs, and the potential for similar operations to emerge again. In response, the Baltimore Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement is mobilizing services from city, state, and federal partners to address the community’s needs. Authorities remain committed to making Baltimore safer through continued enforcement and support initiatives.