NewsNBC 7 San Diego — Local NewsAugust 12, 2026San Diego
San Diego Police arrest seven suspects following investigation into online drug and gun sales
San Diego Police arrested seven suspects and seized illegal drugs and firearms following an 11-month investigation into sales conducted via social media platforms. The operation, which focused on the College Area, involved the execution of 15 search warrants.
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The investigation highlights the use of social media platforms for the illicit sale of drugs and firearms in the San Diego area, specifically targeting younger demographics.
Key Facts
- Seven suspects were arrested during the operation.
- The investigation lasted 11 months, beginning in December.
- Police served 15 search warrants.
- Seized items included 2 pounds of cocaine, 8 gallon-sized bags of marijuana, and 5 gallon-sized bags of psychedelic mushrooms.
- Police confiscated 630 Xanax pills and an unspecified amount of Percocet.
- 16 firearms were recovered, including rifles with illegal modifications, high-capacity magazines, and firearm build kits.
- One suspect allegedly posted a social media threat targeting migrants.
- The investigation involved the Mid-City Division’s Narcotics Task Force, the SDPD Criminal Intelligence Unit, and the Central Division Downtown Response Team.
Who's Mentioned
personHedil Aslan“San Diego State University student commenting on social media risks”organizationSan Diego Police Department“Lead agency conducting the investigation”locationCollege Area“Primary location of the alleged illegal sales”other15“Number of search warrants served”organizationMid-City Division“Division leading the Narcotics Task Force”personTyler Doherty“Mid-City Lt. providing details on the investigation”other16“Number of firearms recovered”other630“Number of Xanax pills seized”