CCPD Narcotics & Vice Investigations Division (NVID) Detectives served multiple search warrants on Friday August 4th, concluding a years-long investigation into illegal drug trafficking on the city’s south side. During the operation, Detectives conducted searches of storage units located on the 3200 block of Rodd Field Road and the 6600 block of Yorktown Blvd., along with a residence on the 4000 block of Stadium Drive.

As a result of the searches NVID investigators seized approximately fifteen pounds of hydroponic marijuana, approximately one pound of THC resin, three firearms, and approximately $1,200,000 in cash that Detectives believe are proceeds from drug dealing.

Arrested during the complex and well-coordinated operation were Adam Estes age 27 and Sujie Chang, age 29. Both face felony charges of manufacturing and delivery of a controlled substance, a first-degree felony punishable by from five to ninety-nine years in prison, along with possession of marijuana between five and fifty pounds, a third-degree felony punishable by up to ten years in prison. The money seizure is one of the largest ever in the history of the NVID and is indicative of a large-scale illegal drug distribution operation. Detectives continue to investigate; additional arrests, charges and seizures are possible.