August 22, 2025 THE BRONX, NY — It's a tale of high-stakes crime and a brazen return to the scene. In a massive operation that feels more like a Hollywood script than a local news story, authorities have once again shut down a multi-million-dollar illegal marijuana business operating right out of a residential home in the Bronx. This isn't their first rodeo with this crew, and it seems the illegal cannabis kingpins weren't shy about coming back for more.
The dramatic raid on Thursday led to the arrests of 11 people and the seizure of an astonishing 2,000 pounds of cannabis products, valued at more than $5 million. Authorities also recovered $20,000 in cash and an illegal firearm. The location? A seemingly ordinary home at 522 Timpson Place, which had been transformed into what one neighbor described as "Grand Central Station" for pot.
A Familiar Face and a Dangerous Operation
What makes this bust so noteworthy is the history behind it. Just last month, on July 21, officials targeted the very same address, seizing $2 million in illegal products. Yet, like a bad weed that keeps growing back, this operation was up and running again.
"They came back," said NYC Sheriff Anthony Miranda, who noted that the investigation into who owns the property and allows these activities is ongoing. This isn't just about a simple drug deal; officials believe this group was a well-oiled e-commerce machine, moving around the city before finally returning to their condemned lair.
More Than Just Weed: Health Risks and Prior Crimes
NYC Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Kaz Daughtry didn't mince words, calling these unlicensed cannabis operations a significant public health risk. With no oversight, the products sold can be untested, leading to potential illnesses or overdoses.
