Virginia State Police Report More Than $2.5 Million in Drug Seizures During Weekly Operations

Virginia State Police say ongoing crime suppression efforts across the Commonwealth led to the recovery of firearms and the seizure of several types of illegal drugs during a one-week period.

According to the agency’s weekly report, the operations took place from April 29 through May 5, 2026, in partnership with federal and local law enforcement agencies. Police said the work resulted in criminal interdictions and investigations in multiple parts of Virginia.

During the week, Virginia State Police recovered five firearms with an estimated value of $2,500. The agency also reported drug seizures with an estimated denied revenue value of $2,521,767.

The drug seizures included 35.1 pounds of cocaine, 2.4 ounces of crack cocaine, 105 pounds of marijuana, 6.1 pounds of fentanyl, and 8.1 pounds of methamphetamine. The totals include seizures by Virginia State Police, State Police task forces, federal task forces, and assists with other agencies.

Law enforcement officials said the operations are part of a continuing effort to disrupt criminal activity and reduce violent crime. The work involves cooperation among local, state, and federal agencies, allowing police to share resources and target larger criminal networks that operate across jurisdictional lines.

Fentanyl remains a major concern for law enforcement and public health officials because even small amounts can be deadly. Methamphetamine, cocaine, and other illegal drugs are also linked to addiction, trafficking, and crimes that can affect neighborhoods far beyond where the drugs are first seized.

Virginia State Police said the agency remains focused on improving public safety and enforcing the law throughout the Commonwealth. Officials also said the work supports the governor’s initiatives on violent crime.

The report reflects one week of activity, but police described the effort as ongoing. State Police said continued coordination with partner agencies is meant to help safeguard communities and interrupt criminal enterprises before more harm is done.