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Caldwell County Officers Make Large Fentanyl Seizure

February 5, 2026 By Richard C. Gilbert

A joint narcotics investigation between the Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office I.C.E Unit and the Granite Falls Police Department seized over ¾ pound of Fentanyl.

The 365 grams of Fentanyl seized is equal to approximately 10,500 individual doses. The Fentanyl seized in the investigation has a street value of $73,000 according to North Carolina State Drug Guidelines.

No arrests have been made and the investigation is active.

“This drug destroys lives and tears families apart. This seizure is a real difference maker. The investigation is still open and charges are expected.” – Sheriff Kevin Bean

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