RUSSELLVILLE, Ark. — As Russellville police officers were conducting a traffic stop in Russellville there were circumstances that led them to believe an investigation was necessary.
According to reports, the investigation concluded in the seizure of over four pounds, equaling approximately 19,500 pills of Fentanyl with a "street value" of over $585,000.
Officers stated that they don't believe there was intent to traffic the drugs to other states, but rather that it would have been sold in the Pope County area.
This is an ongoing investigation and we will update with more information as soon as it becomes available.
