Operation Snow Eagle Achieves Significant Criminal Interdictions

RICHMOND – The Virginia State Police, in partnership with supporting federal, state, and local agencies, conducted Operation Snow Eagle, a concerted criminal enforcement effort across the Commonwealth of Virginia, from February 23 through March 1, 2025. The operation achieved significant criminal interdictions, including felony arrests, the recovery of firearms, the seizure of narcotics, and the investigation of multiple crimes.   

Operation Highlights 

Total Arrests: 

• 603 felony arrests and 136 misdemeanor arrests, including 134 fugitives.
• 28 probation/parole absconders

Total Search Warrants: 111
Total Interdiction Operations: 133
Total Fugitive Operations: 42
Total Narcotics Seizures:

• Total seized narcotics amounted to 419.49 pounds, along with 1,202 controlled substance pills.
• Denied revenue from seized narcotics: $11,564,523
• Breakdown (highlights) of narcotics recovered:
  • Fentanyl
    • lethal doses: 685,016
    • powder: 3 lbs
    • pills:  1166
    • pill presses: 1
  • Cocaine:  201.5 lbs
  • Marijuana: 193.4 lbs
  • Methamphetamine: 4.7 lbs
  • Mushrooms:  10.5 lbs
  • Hashish:  5.7 lbs

Total Firearms Recovery:

• A total of 106 firearms were recovered.

Currency and Assets Seized:

• $237,318
• Five vehicles

The Virginia State Police remain steadfast in their mission to enhance public safety and uphold the laws throughout the Commonwealth while supporting the Governor’s initiatives on violent crime. By working in close collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies, law enforcement continues to disrupt criminal enterprises and safeguard communities.