15 Alleged Drug Dealers Taken Down in Folsom-Led Operation Targeting Fentanyl
Folsom, Calif. — A major law enforcement operation targeting drug trafficking across multiple counties has led to the arrest of 15 individuals accused of dealing drugs in the region.
Spearheaded by the Folsom Police Department and involving several other agencies, the coordinated operation focused on combating the spread of dangerous substances, particularly fentanyl, in Sacramento, Placer, and El Dorado counties.
The operation, conducted on November 1 and 2, resulted in the seizure of approximately 350 grams of fentanyl—an amount officials warn could be fatal for nearly the entire population of Folsom.
Authorities also confiscated other illicit substances, including cocaine and methamphetamine, and seized over $15,000 in cash believed to be linked to drug sales.
The crackdown, labeled “Operation Folsom Blues,” targeted alleged street-level dealers suspected of using social media and other digital platforms to facilitate drug transactions.
Law enforcement officials explained that targeting these individuals is crucial to stemming the distribution of fentanyl, a synthetic opioid considered up to 50 times more potent than heroin.
Just a few milligrams of fentanyl can be deadly,” officials emphasized, pointing to a Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) study that found high levels of contamination in many counterfeit pills. “The threat is real, and the risk to communities continues to grow.
The operation underscores the severity of the fentanyl crisis in Northern California and nationwide. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 100,000 Americans lost their lives to drug overdoses last year, with fentanyl being a major contributor.
The Folsom Police Department has been proactive in its response to the crisis, investigating multiple overdose-related fatalities linked to fentanyl.
Officials warn that those dealing fentanyl may face serious charges, including potential murder charges if linked to fatal overdoses.
The recent arrests highlight the commitment of Northern California law enforcement to address the opioid crisis and protect communities from the devastating effects of fentanyl.