“These operations work to protect the public, consumers, and licensed cannabis cultivators in California.  Serving search warrants at locations suspected of growing cannabis illegally can be very dangerous for law enforcement.  We are grateful that no one was hurt during these operations targeting illegal cultivation.”

CSLEA President Alan Barcelona

SOLANO COUNTY – On November 15, 2024, the Department of Cannabis Control (DCC), along with local law enforcement partners, seized more than $5.2 million worth of unlicensed cannabis products and five assault rifles during operations targeting illegal indoor cultivation sites in Solano County.

On November 5 and 6, DCC’s Law Enforcement Division (LED), working with Fairfield Police Department, Fairfield Code Enforcement, Suisun City Police, Suisun Code Enforcement and Solano County District Attorney’s Office, served six search warrants across Fairfield and Suisun City.

These operations led to:

• The seizure of 5,452 illegal cannabis plants and 472.94 pounds of cannabis flower.
• A total confiscation of 3,198.94 pounds of illegal cannabis, five assault rifles, three additional firearms and $1,337 in cash.
• Three arrests for illegal cultivation, possession for sale of cannabis, conspiracy, and child endangerment.

During one of the operations, officers found a 3-year-old child within arms’ reach of firearms, hazardous chemicals and illegal cannabis. The child was placed in the care of Child Protective Services. Several sites were also red tagged for dangerous conditions, including mold and toxic chemicals, prompting immediate ventilation and power shutoffs by local code enforcement.

“California will not tolerate illegal cannabis activity, especially that which endangers public safety and undermines our legal market. These operations demonstrate our unwavering commitment to safeguarding our communities and protecting consumers.” said DCC Director Nicole Elliott.

“These enforcement actions reflect our officers and partner agencies relentless pursuit of and commitment to eliminating the illegal cannabis market,” said Bill Jones, Chief of DCC’s Law Enforcement Division.