A police operation carried out in a southwest Miami neighborhood culminated in the arrest of two Cuban-American brothers, Ronel Amores (49 years old) and Julio Amores (56).
Both face multiple serious charges, including drug trafficking, illegal possession of weapons and the operation of a “chop shop” specialized in dismantling and distributing stolen vehicles.
The Miami-Dade Police Department began an investigation at the property located at 12995 SW 197th Avenue after receiving complaints about illegal activities, specifically the sale of drugs.
For several months, undercover agents conducted controlled purchases of illicit substances, confirming criminal activity on the property.
This evidence allowed the authorities to obtain a search warrant that was executed on January 8 and which ended in the arrest of those involved.
Discoveries during the operation
The raid, led by tactical teams and specialized detectives, revealed a large-scale criminal operation that combined drug trafficking, illegal weapons possession and stolen vehicle activities.
Drugs:
247,661 grams of marijuana distributed in four trailers transformed into greenhouses were seized.
Also confiscated were 1,855.1 grams of Methamphetamine stored in various areas of the property and 5.1 grams of Fentanyl, a potentially lethal amount capable of causing thousands of overdoses.
They also found other substances: minor amounts of MDMA, cocaine, ecstasy and GHB, found in different rooms of the property.
Firearms:
More than 20 firearms were found at Ronel Amores’ home, including high-caliber rifles and sawed-off shotguns.
In addition, authorities found pistols equipped with silencers.
The weapons were accompanied by a large quantity of illegal ammunition and accessories.
Ronel, who already has a criminal record, will face aggravated charges for the possession of this arsenal.
Stolen vehicles and “chop shop” operation
28 vehicles were found on the property, of which seven had been reported stolen.
Among them are a Ford F-350 and a Yale forklift that had vehicle identification numbers (VINs) removed, confirming their use in the illegal dismantling and sale of parts.
In addition to the drugs, weapons and almost thirty vehicles, more than $7,000 in cash were confiscated, as well as forged documents and fraudulent identifications.
The Amores brothers face an extensive list of charges. The operation has been described by authorities as “high impact.” The Amores brothers remain detained.
Frequently asked questions about the dismantling of the criminal network in Miami led by Cuban brothers
Who was arrested during the police operation in Miami?
During the police operation in Miami, Cuban-American brothers Ronel Amores and Julio Amores were arrested. Both face multiple serious charges, including drug trafficking, illegal weapons possession and operating a chop shop.
What quantities of drugs were seized in the operation?
In the operation, 247,661 grams of marijuana, 1,855.1 grams of methamphetamine and 5.1 grams of fentanyl were seized. Minor amounts of other substances such as MDMA, cocaine, ecstasy and GHB were also found.
What type of weapons were found on Ronel Amores’ property?
More than 20 firearms were found on Ronel Amores’ property, including high-caliber rifles and sawed-off shotguns. The weapons were accompanied by a large quantity of illegal ammunition and accessories, such as pistols equipped with silencers.
What relationship could this criminal network have with other crimes in Miami?
The dismantled criminal network could be linked to other crimes, such as vehicle theft, due to the discovery of 28 vehicles, seven of them reported stolen, and the operation of a “chop shop.” These types of criminal activities are part of a pattern of robberies and drug trafficking that has affected Miami in recent months. Authorities continue to investigate possible connections to other incidents reported in the city.
