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11 pounds of fentanyl found at BNA

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Posted at 2:48 PM, Feb 28, 2023
and last updated 2023-02-28 15:48:10-05

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — One man has been arrested after 11 pounds of fentanyl were seized at BNA on Monday, February 27.

Officials report that Michael Chandler, 22, of Alabama was taken into custody after detectives with the Nashville International Aiport Police Department discovered the drugs.

Michael Chandler

Chandler cooperated with detectives as they searched his luggage. A K-9 detective inspected the piece of luggage and discovered 11 pounds of blue M30 pills that were actually fentanyl.

During the search, Chandler told police that he didn't pack the luggage and that he had grabbed the wrong bag. Further investigation shows that Mr. Chandler did not fly into BNA at all on Monday.

Chandler is facing charges of possession with the intent to distribute fentanyl.


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