Thursday, January 08, 2026

A VICTORY IN THE WAR ON DRUGS

U.S. Marshals, DEA, Houston police seize large cocaine haul and firearms in Escobar-style drug bust

 

 
MYTEXASDAILY.COM 
Jan 7, 2026
 
 
 Photo: U.S. Marshals, DEA, Houston police seize large cocaine haul and firearms in Escobar-style drug bust
 

HOUSTON, Texas More than 400 kilograms of cocaine, 13 firearms, and $100,000 were seized following a months-long investigation, according to the Houston Police Department.

The operation involved HPD Narcotics officers, the DEA, and the U.S. Marshals Service.

While officers were attempting to effect an arrest in the case on Monday, police say the man fled. The pursuit ended in the man's arrest at Yale Street and 610.

Police did not release the man's identity or booking information.

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