40 Facing Charges in Alleged Drug Bust in Juneau County

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Updated: 8:34 PM Dec 31, 2008 40 Facing Charges in Alleged Drug Bust in Juneau County A three month undercover drug investigation has lead to dozens of people being charged for selling drugs, including cocaine, heroin, and painkillers. Posted: 8:31 PM Dec 31, 2008 Reporter: WSAW Staff

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The Juneau County Sheriff's Department says 40 people are facing drug charges in connection to an alleged drug-dealing ring.

Authorities say all of the suspects are charged with the sale of illicit drugs, including marijuana, cocaine, heroin, and painkillers.

Following a three month undercover investigation, officials say the arrested 18 people across the county stemming from warrants issued during the bust. They've also issued warrants for other subjects they believe are involved who were not arrested at the time.

The defendants are from six different Wisconsin counties.

Authorities are continuing to investigate.

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