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VSP Ongoing Crime Suppression Operations, Recovering Firearms, and Narcotics

 
Richmond, VA (March 13, 2026) - From March 4, 2026, through March 10, 2026, the Virginia State Police, in partnership with supporting federal and local agencies, achieved significant criminal interdictions. Their ongoing efforts led to the recovery of firearms, the seizure of narcotics, the seizure of U.S. currency, and the investigation of multiple crimes throughout the Commonwealth.

Operation Highlights

Firearms Recovery:

Virginia State Police recovered a total of six firearms, valued at $3,000.

Narcotics Seizures:

Narcotics seized by the Virginia State Police and VSP state task force partners amounted to 56.8 pounds.

Narcotics seized by federal task forces that Virginia State Police is a member of or with other law enforcement partners amounted to 41.2 pounds.

Denied revenue from seized narcotics: $669,680.

Breakdown of total narcotics recovered:

Cocaine: 3 grams

Crack Cocaine: 13 grams

Marijuana: 34.1 pounds

Methamphetamine: 13.9 pounds

Fentanyl: 3.8 ounces

THC Consumables: 8.6 pounds

Psilocybin (psychedelic mushrooms): 0

MDMA: 0

Designer Drugs: 0

U.S Currency: $400,000

The Virginia State Police remain steadfast in their mission to enhance public safety and uphold the laws throughout the Commonwealth while supporting the Governor’s initiatives on violent crime. By working in close collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies, law enforcement continues to disrupt criminal enterprises and safeguard communities. 
 
 
 

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