Pennsylvania Authorities Seize 143,000 Illegal THC Products and $18.7 Million in Statewide Trafficking Investigation
Pennsylvania authorities have announced the results of a nearly two-year statewide investigation into an illegal THC trafficking operation, leading to the seizure of over 143,000 illegal THC products and more than $18.7 million from bank accounts connected to the alleged operation. Attorney General Dave Sunday revealed that 12 individuals have been charged in connection with the network. The investigation uncovered three warehouses in Plum (Allegheny County), Bensalem (Bucks County), and Pittston (Luzerne County) that served as distribution hubs for storefronts selling the products. An informant and undercover officer conducted controlled buys at the Plum warehouse, purchasing THC gummies, vape cartridges, and pre-rolled marijuana joints, with most of the approximately 20 products testing positive for illegal THC. Investigators also traced money moved through LLC fronts to conceal illegal proceeds, uncovering numerous bank accounts with significant balances. The grand jury heard testimony from a Westmorela...