More than 50 people now arrested in drug, gun case

LITTLE ROCK — Police and federal officials say more than 50 people have been arrested in a central Arkansas drug and weapons investigation that began 18 months ago.

Acting U.S. Attorney Patrick Harris, the FBI and Little Rock and North Little police say 25 people were arrested Wednesday, in addition to 27 who were already in custody as a result of several drug trafficking investigations that was centered in Little Rock.

Another nine suspects remain at large.

Authorities say the suspects face various conspiracy charges, including to possess or distribute cocaine, crack cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine and the prescription pain medication fentanyl. Several also face weapons charges.

Authorities say the drugs, 25 guns and approximately $241,000 of drug proceeds were seized during the investigation that began in 2015.