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California police seize staggering 20,000 fentanyl pills in drug bust as county issues public health warning

San Bernardino health officials warned of spike in fentanyl overdose deaths

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Police in Southern California seized 20,000 fentanyl pills during a traffic stop, authorities said Monday, as one county warned the public about a spike in overdose deaths related to the deadly drug.

Narcotics officers busted three individuals after stopping a car for unspecified vehicle code violations, the San Bernardino Police Department said.

Police searched the car and discovered 20,000 fentanyl pills, a half-ounce of cocaine, a loaded gun and over $1,200 in cash.

Officers arrested all three occupants without incident. All three face multiple felony charges. The driver was also found to be on federal probation.

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fentanyl pills, a gun, cocaine and cash

Police searched the car and discovered 20,000 fentanyl pills, a half-ounce of cocaine, a loaded gun and over $1,200 in cash. (San Bernardino Police Department)

The police announcement comes as the San Bernardino County Public Health Department issued a health advisory on Monday, warning residents about an increase in fentanyl-related overdose deaths in the county.

fentanyl pills and a scale

San Bernardino County health officials issued a public health warning following the police department's fentanyl seizure. (San Bernardino Police Department)

Fentanyl overdose deaths spiked to 309 last year, up from 227 in 2020, the county said. There were 74 fentanyl-related deaths in 2019, and 30 deaths in 2018.

bags of fentanyl pills and a gun

All three occupants of the car were arrested and face multiple felony charges. (San Bernardino Police Department)

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County health officials also warned about the emergence of "rainbow" fentanyl, a variation of the drug comes in a variety of bright colors, shapes and sizes that may attract young people.