TOLEDO, Ohio – A recent drug bust in Toledo has led to the seizure of fentanyl, firearms, and more than $58,000 in cash. The operation, carried out on Tuesday, was the result of a search warrant executed at a residence on Secor Road.
The bust, which was conducted by the Toledo Police, resulted in the discovery of approximately two kilograms of fentanyl stored in a safe at the property, along with digital scales and multiple firearms. Authorities also found 40 marijuana plants growing in an unattached garage on the property.
Court documents reveal that at least three cars were recovered at the scene, all of which had fraudulent Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) in an attempt to conceal their identities. Police confirmed that the vehicles had been stolen.
Moustafa, Mohammed, and Ahmed Zaitouni have all been charged with drug-related crimes in connection with the bust. However, none of the suspects are currently in custody. Moustafa and Mohammed Zaitouni were released on an SOR (Signature of Recognizance) bond, meaning they did not have to pay any money as long as they agree to appear in court. Ahmed Zaitouni was released after posting a $50,000 bond.
Lt. Steve Rogers, head of Lucas County’s Drug Abuse Response Team, emphasized the damaging impact fentanyl continues to have on the local community. “Fentanyl on the streets of our community is destroying lives,” he said. “We work with clients ranging from teenagers to senior citizens, and the death toll caused by the drug trade continues to rise each year.”
Rogers further explained that drug addiction often leads to other crimes, such as theft, committed by those struggling to feed their habits. He expressed hope that the seizure of fentanyl and other illegal substances would make the community safer.
The investigation is ongoing, and the Zaitounis are set to appear in court next week. Authorities continue to urge the public to report any suspicious activity related to drugs and other criminal behaviors.
As Lt. Rogers put it, “The more we get this off the streets, the better our community will be.”