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In Fiji, international crime networks use the archipelago as a meth transit hub, with weekly drop-offs in a squatter settlement where dealers package white crystals for about $22 a dose; the drug trade exacerbates a growing HIV epidemic among people who inject drugs, highlighted by community safe spaces such as Survival Advocacy Network that offer HIV testing and support.
Two individuals have been charged in connection to a house fire that resulted in the death of Lexington Fire Captain Ronnie Metcalf. Brandon Alan Hoskins and Stacie Blair Stegall were arrested for breaking and entering into the home that burned, and were also charged with illegal drug possession. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Lexington Police Department.
A two-year-old Florida girl died after her parents left her in a hot car for more than 14 hours. The parents, who were charged with child neglect and drug possession, reportedly left the child to sleep in the car after returning home late at night but did not find her until after 3pm the next day. The child's temperature was 107 degrees when found. The couple's home was searched and methamphetamine, marijuana, CBD gummies, and drug paraphernalia were found. The four-year-old sibling has been placed in the custody of the Department of Children and Families.
The DEA has announced the results of a year-long national operation targeting operatives, associates, and distributors affiliated with two Mexican drug cartels smuggling fentanyl and methamphetamines into the U.S. More than 3,300 people were arrested and nearly 44 million fentanyl pills were seized as part of Operation Last Mile. Additionally, 6,500 pounds of fentanyl powder, 91,000 pounds of meth, 8,400 firearms, and $100 million were recovered. The St. Louis District DEA netted 72 arrests, 1.3 million fentanyl pills, 100 pounds of fentanyl powder, more than 200 pounds of meth, 405 firearms, and almost $500,000 in assets.
Two people have been arrested in Portland after police seized 137 grams of fentanyl, which officials say is enough to kill the entire population of the city. The seizure was made during a traffic stop, and also included methamphetamines, cocaine, Xanax pills, and cash. Two individuals have been charged with drug trafficking and possession, while a third person was charged with drug possession and violating conditions of release.
Coolio's manager confirmed that the rapper died due to fentanyl, with traces of heroin and methamphetamines also found in his system. Coolio was best known for his hit song "Gangsta's Paradise" and was also an actor, TV personality, and cookbook author. His cause of death was initially unknown but was later believed to be a heart attack. Coolio passed away on September 28 at the age of 59.