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37 arrested in statewide drug investigation

BERLIN, Wis. (AP) - Thirty-seven people have been arrested in Berlin following a lengthy undercover drug investigation. Police say they're searching for 12 others.

Berlin Police Chief Dennis Plantz says the 18-month investigation ranged from Manitowoc to Eau Claire and involved law enforcement departments from throughout the state.

Police say officers seized a substantial amount of drugs including cocaine, marijuana, heroin, ecstasy, and prescription drugs.

Plantz says over 200 felony charges will referred to the Green Lake County district attorney for prosecution.

 

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