Police Raid Uncovers Crack, Cocaine, and Xanax in Nederland Home

48-year-old Hai Son Dinh arrested on drug manufacturing and possession charges

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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Police in Nederland, Texas executed a search warrant on a home in the 500 block of North 25th Street, seizing 16 grams of crack cocaine, 28 grams of powder cocaine, and 40 grams of Xanax pills. The sole occupant of the home, 48-year-old Hai Son Dinh, was arrested and charged with manufacturing and possession of controlled substances.

Why it matters

This drug bust highlights ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to combat the distribution and production of illicit drugs in the community. The seizure of significant quantities of crack, cocaine, and Xanax indicates the scale of the alleged drug operation and the potential threat to public safety.

The details

Acting on a long-term investigation into suspected narcotic activity at the residence, Nederland police and K-9 units executed a search warrant on the home on North 25th Street. During the search, detectives found 16 grams of crack cocaine, 28 grams of powder cocaine, and 40 grams of tablets believed to be Xanax. Evidence at the scene also suggested that Dinh was manufacturing crack cocaine inside the home.

  • The search warrant was executed on Wednesday, February 24, 2026.
  • Dinh was arrested at the scene and taken to the Jefferson County jail.

The players

Hai Son Dinh

A 48-year-old man who was the sole occupant of the home and was arrested on charges of manufacturing and possession of controlled substances.

Nederland Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the search warrant and drug bust operation.

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What they’re saying

“This drug bust highlights ongoing efforts by local law enforcement to combat the distribution and production of illicit drugs in the community.”

— Rod Carroll, Nederland Police Chief (beaumontenterprise.com)

What’s next

Dinh is expected to appear before a judge in the coming days, where his bail and potential release will be determined.

The takeaway

This case underscores the persistent challenge of drug-related crime in some neighborhoods, and the importance of sustained law enforcement efforts to disrupt the manufacturing and trafficking of dangerous narcotics like crack cocaine, powder cocaine, and Xanax.