Millions announced to help Nevada police fight drug trafficking

Lina PortmanMay 31, 2024

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LAS VEGAS, Nev. (KOLO) – More than $3.4 million to help Nevada law enforcement fight overdoses and illegal drug trafficking will be flowing to the Silver State.

The funds will come from the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas Program. which helps federal, state, local and tribal law enforcement seize illicit drugs like fentanyl, reduce drug trafficking crime, improve data sharing and target money laundering organizations .

The announcement of the new funds was made by U.S. Senators Catherine Cortez Masto and Jacky Rosen.

“Drug trafficking and the flow of illicit fentanyl into the United States are fueling an overdose crisis across Nevada,” said Senator Rosen. “That’s why I’m working across the aisle to secure our border, stop the flow of fentanyl, and support law enforcement to keep our communities safe.” I am pleased to announce more than $3.4 million in federal funding that will help Nevada law enforcement improve their operations and combat drug trafficking in our state.

“Too many Nevadans have lost their lives to fatal overdoses,” said Senator Cortez Masto. “This federal funding will support our local HIDTA team in their efforts to combat drug trafficking and keep our families safe. I will continue to work to ensure our law enforcement receives the tools and resources they need to combat this epidemic.