Crime & Safety

3 Arrested After 200 Fentanyl-Laced Pills Found During Willmar Traffic Stop

Law enforcement arrested the suspects during a traffic stop in Willmar. They also found close to a half ounce of powdered fentanyl and cash.

(WCCO)

January 4, 2023

Three people in central Minnesota were arrested on Monday, after police found they were carrying 200 pills that tested positive for fentanyl.

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Law enforcement arrested the suspects during a traffic stop in Willmar. They also found close to a half ounce of powdered fentanyl, along with cash.

One of the suspects had a warrant out for his arrest for theft. He also was out on bail for a second-degree assault charge and controlled substance charge.

Find out what's happening in Across Minnesotafor free with the latest updates from Patch.


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