The latest Dayton Ohio News, as well for many other cities who are sharing this story, shows that after a year-long investigation, there has been criminal charges filed against 72 suspects who participated in what was called one of the biggest regional drug networks the county has ever dealt with. The Dayton Ohio News outlets revealed that the investigation centered in Wilmington and spread all the way to Dayton, OH. Authorities have reported to be holding 40 of the 72 charged suspects, but are still searching for more than 30 of the rest of them. There were tons and tons of illicit contraband that was seized in the bust, including: heroin, methamphetamine, marijuana, fentanyl, weapons, and unspecified amounts of money (most likely from the illicit drug trafficking).

Dayton Ohio News Reports Found Head Of Drug Ring

It has been reported that a Fairborn man was head of the “Marlena Park Gang”: Phillip Davis, 32. Not only was Davis the head of the meth and heroin trafficking, but as well as welfare fraud. The investigation reports that food stamps were sold for fifty cents on the dollar just to buy drugs. The Marlena Park Gang’s name originated from a park located in Wilmington, which is where David grew up, called Southeast Park. Local authorities took action and called for extra assistance once word caught on about the increase of heroin use, and after experiencing a 632% increase in drug overdose related calls and tragedies in the past 18 months. What’s alarming is, which was reported by Dayton Ohio News, that the targets and suspects whom were charged in the investigation allegedly “bragged” about the quality of their heroin, and told their customers that it admittedly killed people. There will be more charges in the future according to court officials in Clinton County; this is only just the start of a major drug trafficking take down for the state of Ohio.

Making A Difference

While the authorities are working on finding more of their suspects, we as a community can still continue to spread awareness on the drug abuse issue as a whole. People’s loved ones throughout our communities are losing their battles against drug addiction, but it can all be prevented with one single phone call. Recovery Society is here to be your Ohio Addiction Resource, providing information and knowledge not only about addiction, but by getting you the proper treatment and care. If you or someone you know is struggling with drug addiction issues, don’t wait to call for help; one call can save a life. Call Recovery Society at (866) 323-6590 and get your life back today!