Two Men Arrested in Major Miami Beach Drug Bust

Police seized large quantities of narcotics after months-long investigation

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Two men, Ricardo Ramos and Remigio Romero, have been arrested in connection with a major drug trafficking operation in Miami Beach. The investigation, which began in July 2025 after an anonymous tip, led to undercover drug purchases from Ramos, who was identified as the primary suspect. A search warrant executed at multiple locations resulted in the seizure of a large amount of drugs, including methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl.

Why it matters

This bust represents a significant crackdown on drug dealing near schools and places of worship in the Miami Beach community, which has seen an increase in drug-related crime and public safety concerns in recent years. The arrests and seizure of narcotics aim to disrupt the local drug trade and send a strong message about the consequences of such activities near sensitive locations.

The details

Ramos was found to be moving between residences to avoid law enforcement and using multiple locations to receive drugs and conduct transactions. Detectives made undercover purchases from Ramos, who was selling drugs within 1,000 feet of Temple Menorah and local schools. The search warrant led to the seizure of large quantities of methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl.

  • The investigation began in July 2025 after an anonymous tip.
  • Ramos was identified as the primary suspect and detectives started making undercover drug purchases from him.
  • The search warrant was executed on Tuesday, leading to the arrests of Ramos and Romero.

The players

Ricardo Ramos

A 34-year-old man identified as the primary suspect in the drug trafficking operation, who was moving between residences to avoid law enforcement and using multiple locations to receive drugs and conduct transactions.

Remigio Romero

A 52-year-old man arrested in connection with the drug trafficking bust.

Miami Beach Police Department

The law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation and made the arrests.

Wayne Jones

The Miami Beach Police Chief, who praised the coordinated investigative work and partnerships that led to the bust.

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What they’re saying

“This case reflects months of coordinated investigative work and strong partnerships at the local and federal levels. It underscores our commitment to protecting our residents, children, and families, and to ensuring that those who attempt to distribute dangerous drugs near schools and houses of worship are held accountable.”

— Wayne Jones, Miami Beach Police Chief

What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant bail for Ramos and Romero in the coming days.

The takeaway

This drug bust highlights the ongoing efforts by the Miami Beach Police Department to combat the distribution of dangerous narcotics, especially in close proximity to schools and places of worship, in order to protect the community and hold offenders accountable.