Seattle police arrested 10 individuals and seized substantial quantities of illicit substances, a firearm, and cash during a targeted narcotics operation in the Belltown and Little Saigon neighborhoods on March 10.
The operation, conducted by officers from the West Precinct and detectives with the Narcotics Unit, focused on high-activity areas along Third Avenue and Bell Street. Law enforcement recovered fentanyl, crack cocaine, and a significant amount of cash during the raids. In a notable incident, while officers were making an arrest, a suspect approached one of the officers and attempted to exchange crack cocaine for a cigarette. This individual was also taken into custody.