150 Pounds Of Methamphetamine, Over $700,000 Cash Seized In Florida Drug Bust

DEA agents recovered over $700,000 in cashduring the execution of a federal search warrant. Credit DOJ

ORLANDO, Florida – DEA agents recovered over $700,000 in cash and 150 pounds of methamphetamine during the execution of a federal search warrant at two homes located in Orlando and Ocoee, Florida.

DEA agents seized approximately 150 pounds of methamphetamine  over 100,000 pressed pills. Credit DOJ

United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced the filing of a criminal complaint charging George Andrew Pherai-Bogeajis (35, Orlando) with possession with intent to distribute 500 grams or more of methamphetamine and the seizure of numerous kilograms of methamphetamine, suspected fentanyl and cocaine, pressed pills, firearms, and drug proceeds. 

If convicted on all counts, Pherai-Bogeajis faces a maximum penalty of life in federal prison.   

According to court documents, a federal search warrant was executed on April 9, 2024, at two residences – one in Orlando and one in Ocoee – allegedly used by Pherai-Bogeajis. 

At the Orlando residence, DEA agents located approximately 150 pounds of methamphetamine and over 100,000 pressed pills in the garage.

In Pherai-Bogeajis’ bedroom, agents recovered 3 kilograms of cocaine. They also found four firearms and over $700,000 in drug proceeds.

At the residence in Ocoee, agents found several thousand pressed pills, 10 kilograms of marijuana, and two vehicles with hidden compartments commonly used for concealing narcotics. 

Pherai-Bogeajis was not present at either premises but was later apprehended and is now in federal custody.

USA Handberg & law enforcement partners announce arrest of Orlando man on drug trafficking charges, seizure of 150# of meth, multiple kilos of other drugs & $700k. @DEAMIAMIDiv @OrangeCoSheriff @HSITampa https://t.co/LTRcv71yDc pic.twitter.com/frQ0yzus5R

— USAO Middle Florida (@USAO_MDFL) April 26, 2024