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Traffic enforcement detail in Yuma results in several busts

YUMA, Ariz. (KYMA, KECY) - A traffic enforcement detail by the Yuma Police Department (YPD) resulted in multiple arrests and several seizures of illegal narcotics and ammunition.

According to a post on Facebook, YPD performed 12 traffic stops, eight individual contacts, and three arrests on the night of August 7.

Courtesy: Yuma Police Department
Courtesy: Yuma Police Department

YPD says officers seized nearly 1.5 pounds of methamphetamine, approximately three ounces of cocaine, nearly two grams of crystalized fentanyl, drug paraphernalia, a firearm and over 300 rounds of ammunition, including rounds designed for a machine gun.

YPD applauds their graveyard crew for their vigilance and dedication to Yuma's safety.

Courtesy: Yuma Police Department

Article Topic Follows: Crime

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