Oklahoma Troopers Seize 10 Kilos of Fentanyl in Traffic Stops

Authorities say the drug seizures removed a potentially deadly supply from the streets.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Two Oklahoma Highway Patrol troopers seized a total of 10 kilos of fentanyl in two separate traffic stops last week, removing what authorities described as a potentially deadly supply of the powerful opioid from the streets.

Why it matters

Fentanyl overdoses have become a major public health crisis in Oklahoma and across the United States, with the synthetic opioid contributing to thousands of deaths annually. These seizures represent a significant disruption to the local drug trade and could help save lives in the Tulsa area.

The details

The first traffic stop occurred on February 10th, when a trooper pulled over a vehicle on Interstate 44 near Tulsa and discovered 5 kilos of fentanyl. A second stop on February 12th led to the seizure of an additional 5 kilos of the drug. Authorities have not released the identities of the individuals arrested in connection with the incidents.

  • The first traffic stop occurred on February 10th.
  • The second traffic stop occurred on February 12th.

The players

Oklahoma Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency responsible for the drug seizures.

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What’s next

Authorities have not indicated if the two traffic stops are connected or part of a larger investigation. The individuals arrested could face serious federal drug trafficking charges.

The takeaway

The large fentanyl seizures highlight the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis in Oklahoma, where overdose deaths have surged in recent years. These interdictions demonstrate law enforcement's efforts to disrupt the supply of this deadly drug and protect public safety.