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Major Bust in West Palm Beach (33405) : Two Arrested in South Florida Drug Operation – POLICE RAID UNCOVERS FENTANYL STASH

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West Palm Beach (33405) – Tensions flared in a quiet Florida neighborhood Monday morning as law enforcement officers swarmed a home in connection with an ongoing narcotics investigation. Authorities have confirmed that two individuals were arrested in West Palm Beach following a coordinated drug bust that yielded fentanyl, cash, and firearms. The operation was conducted by the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit in conjunction with the DEA and Homeland Security Investigations.

Credit: @WPBAlerts
Credit: @WPBAlerts

Key Facts

  • BREAKING: Two arrested in fentanyl bust near Parker Ave, West Palm Beach

  • IMPACT: Over 300 grams of fentanyl seized; enough for 150,000+ fatal doses

  • OFFICIAL SOURCE: “We got to this before tragedy struck” – Sheriff Ric Bradshaw

  • ACTION: Residents urged to report suspicious activity via county tip line

According to the arrest affidavit, agents executed a search warrant at a residence near Belvedere Road and Parker Avenue, where they recovered more than 300 grams of fentanyl — a deadly synthetic opioid — along with two handguns and over $12,000 in cash. One suspect, 36-year-old Darnell Carter, was identified as a repeat offender currently on probation. The second individual, 29-year-old Latoya Hernandez, faces multiple felony charges including drug trafficking and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

“This operation removed enough fentanyl to potentially kill thousands,” said Sheriff Ric Bradshaw. “We will not let these poisons continue to plague our streets.”

The arrests come amid a surge in opioid-related deaths across Palm Beach County, with local health officials reporting a 28% increase since January. Residents nearby were shaken but praised law enforcement for their swift action.

Hyperlocal Impact

  1. Precise Location:
    West Palm Beach (33405) – Near Belvedere Rd & Parker Ave intersection

  2. Community Connection:
    “I saw all the flashing lights — it felt like a war zone.”
    – Tina Lopez, owner of Parker Avenue Deli

Exclusive Angle

  • WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
    Third major fentanyl seizure in Palm Beach County in less than two weeks.
    Comes as federal opioid grants funnel new enforcement resources into Florida hot spots.

Crisis Response

  • IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
    » Opioid Response Team: (561) 625-6111 / www.pbcdrughelp.org
    » Florida Overdose Prevention Hotline: 1-888-683-5959

  • OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:
    “If you suspect drug activity in your neighborhood, report it anonymously.”
    – Capt. Lila Hampton, PBSO Narcotics Unit

Update Log

  •  7:10 AM: Two suspects taken into custody, fentanyl seized

  •  8:00 AM: Agents confirm residence under federal surveillance since March

  • 1:15 PM: Charges formally filed; suspects held without bond

Kaushiki
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