RICHMOND, Va. — From September 10 through September 16, 2025, the Virginia State Police (VSP), working alongside federal and local partners, carried out an intensive criminal interdiction effort across the Commonwealth.
The multi-agency operation led to the recovery of firearms, significant narcotics seizures, the confiscation of explosive devices, the initiation of a homicide investigation, and multiple other criminal investigations.
Firearms
A total of 21 firearms were recovered, valued at $10,500.
Narcotics
Total seized: 105.3 pounds of drugs and 5,000 controlled substance pills
Estimated denied revenue: $1,462,702
Breakdown:
Cocaine: 7.8 pounds
Crack cocaine: 3.1 ounces
Heroin: 3.0 ounces
Psilocybin: 3.6 ounces
Methamphetamine: 9.3 pounds
Marijuana: 82.1 pounds
Fentanyl: 5.5 pounds
Fentanyl pills: 5,000
THC vapes: 10
THC gummies: 10.74 pounds
U.S. currency seized: $149,850
Explosives
Three explosive devices safely seized
Homicide
One homicide investigation initiated
Stolen Property
One stolen vehicle recovered
Gaming enforcement:
11 new tips received (1,860 total to date)
Human Trafficking
14 new tips (1,223 total to date)
221 cases under investigation
3,270 investigative activities conducted
70 victims identified and offered services
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.
