Rockford Police Seize Drugs, Weapons in Major Bust on 22nd Street

One man is in custody after a major drug bust by the Rockord Police led to the seizure of drugs, loaded weapons, and cash.

Major Drug Bust Unfolds in Southeast Rockford

According to a press release from the Rockford Police Department, the Narcotics Unit executed a targeted search warrant on Tuesday (June 3) in the 2200 block of 22nd Street.

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During the search, officers recovered a massive amount of drugs, firearms, and other contraband:

• Two loaded handguns
• Drug paraphernalia
• Various ammunition
• Cash
• Over 83 gross grams of cocaine
• Multiple pills of Ecstasy

Rockford Man Facing Multiple Felony Charges

After the case was reviewed by the Winnebago County State's Attorney's Office, 21-year-old Steven Brown of Rockford was arrested and charged with several offenses following the bust on 22nd Street:

• Possession with Intent to Deliver Cocaine
• Possession of Ecstasy
• Unlawful Use of a Weapon (2 counts)

These charges are accusations, and he is considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law, according to the Rockford PD press release.

Public Urged to Share Information

Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Rockford Police Department at 815-966-2900 or submit tips anonymously through Rockford Area Crime Stoppers at 815-963-7867.

This story is continuing to develop and will be updated as more information becomes available.