Illegal Firearms Manufacturing Operation Disrupted
During the investigation of a narcotics distribution operation in the region, the Northern Colorado Drug Task Force learned members of the operation were also illegally manufacturing firearms. On August 18, 2021, search warrants were served in the 2000 block of Huntington Circle in Fort Collins and the 5900 block of North Pecos in Denver. Firearms manufacturing equipment, firearms, and firearms parts were seized including an illegal short shotgun. Suspected methamphetamine, heroin, and ecstasy were seized as well. Stolen property was also recovered.
The investigation is ongoing and future arrests are anticipated.
Many partner agencies have contributed to the success of this investigation thus far:
Fort Collins Police Services
Larimer County Sheriff’s Office
Eighth Judicial District Attorney’s Office
Loveland Police Department
Colorado Adult Parole
Windsor Police Department
Colorado National Guard Counterdrug
Fort Collins Police Services SWAT Team
Larimer County Regional All-Hazards/Crisis Response Team
Fort Collins Police Neighborhood Engagement Team
Fort Collins Code Compliance