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On March 3, 2014, an investigation into cocaine trafficking led Long Beach Police to a residence in the 9300 block of Telegraph Road in Downey. At that location, Carlos Mendoza Osuna, 34 years, of Downey, and Mario Coadras Chavez, 31 years, of Downey, were arrested for possession of cocaine for sale. Both are currently being held at Los Angeles County Jail. Approximately 32 kilos (70.4 pounds) of cocaine and approximately $14,000 cash were recovered.
Further investigation, led detectives to the 200 block of W. Del Amo, Long Beach, where a search warrant was served on March 4, 2014. Approximately 22 kilos (48.4 pounds) of cocaine, $80,000 cash, a rifle, and a handgun were recovered. No one was arrested and the investigation continues.
Anyone with information regarding narcotics activity is urged to contact the Long Beach Police Department Drug Investigations Section at (562) 570-7221. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous may call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or text TIPLA plus your tip to 274637 (CRIMES), or visit www.LACrimeStoppers.org.