APD: Man arrested after police seizes 9 pounds of fentanyl, several other drugs

AUSTIN (KXAN) — A 31-year-old man who was accused of selling fentanyl in the Del Valle area was taken into custody, the Austin Police Department said in a Tuesday press release

Brett Garza was arrested on Aug. 14 after police found a large quantity of fentanyl, cocaine and U.S. currency in his vehicle, APD said. Garza’s arrest comes after a tip led to a six-month investigation.

Brett Garza (Mugshot provided by Austin Police Department)

Charges for Garza are pending at this time, according to APD.

In the release, police said Garza was stopped after leaving a residence. APD then executed a search warrant. The following is a combined seizure from his vehicle and residence, according to Austin police.

  • 4 kilograms/ 9 pounds of fentanyl
  • 623 grams / 1.4 pounds of heroin
  • 115 grams of cocaine
  • 2 firearms
  • $9,752 US currency

If anyone has information about individuals selling illicit drugs in the community, contact the APD Narcotics Tipline at 512-974-8609 or by email at NarcoticsTipline@austintexas.gov

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