Montana Highway Patrol troopers conducted a drug interdiction operation in Superior from December 2 to 6, targeting illicit drugs, firearms tied to trafficking, and fugitives. The operation is part of an ongoing statewide effort to combat the rising tide of drugs and crime in Montana, including a worsening fentanyl crisis that is devastating communities.
During the operation, troopers seized over 1,000 fentanyl pills, 14 grams of fentanyl powder, 35 grams of methamphetamine, and three illegal firearms. They also arrested five fugitives, issued 19 drug citations, and made 167 traffic stops.
“Our mission at the Montana Highway Patrol is to keep Montanans safe,” said MHP Colonel Kurt Sager. “I’m proud of the work our troopers did in Superior to get illegal drugs and criminals off the streets in order to keep our communities safe.”…