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Investigation: THC products valued at $932K seized at Virginia vape shops

Crystal Graham
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A nine-month investigation into vape shops in Front Royal resulted in a large seizure of narcotics, according to Virginia State Police.

On Jan. 15, officers executed multiple search warrants at businesses and residences in the Town of Front Royal and Warren County along with a business in Prince William County.

As a result of the operation, the Northwest Virginia Regional Drug Gang Task Force seized 19,032 products containing THC with a street value of $932,602.

In addition, three firearms and $16,033 in U.S. currency were also recovered.

Charges are pending.

The case remains active and ongoing.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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