ANNISTON, AL — Three people were arrested and suspected marijuana and MDMA were seized during the execution of a search warrant at an Anniston residence, according to the Anniston Police Department.
APD said investigators, working alongside the 7th Judicial Major Crimes Unit, developed probable cause to obtain a search warrant for a residence in the 1600 block of Pine Avenue.
On Tuesday, Sept. 8, members of the Anniston Police Department Special Response Team, along with officers and investigators from APD and the 7th Judicial Major Crimes Unit, executed the warrant.
According to police, three individuals were arrested during the operation. Investigators reported recovering approximately five ounces of suspected marijuana and one ounce of suspected MDMA.
Authorities did not release the names of those arrested or information regarding specific charges.
In announcing the arrests, APD said the department intends to continue working with other law enforcement agencies to investigate suspected drug trafficking and distribution within the city.
Police also encouraged members of the public with information about suspected drug trafficking or illegal drug distribution in Anniston to contact law enforcement, saying information from the community can assist investigators in developing cases.
The investigation remains active and ongoing. APD said no additional information is being released at this time.
