Introduction to the Undercover Operation
A pair of suspected drug traffickers were arrested and more than a dozen guns were seized during an undercover operation in Miami, authorities said.
Miami Police said the arrests happened during an all-day "narcotics buy-bust operation" on Thursday involving the DEA, Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office.
The Suspects and Charges
The suspects, Jose Benjamin Corujo, 31, and Jose Andre Reyes, 26, were arrested on charges including cocaine trafficking, possession of cocaine with the purpose of trafficking, and attempted sale of cocaine within 1,000 feet of a church or convenience store, arrest reports said.
Miami-Dade Corrections
Jose Benjamin Corujo and Jose Andre Reyes
Location of the Arrests and Search Warrant
Police said the arrests happened in a shopping center parking lot near Northwest 57th Avenue and 7th Street.
Authorities later executed a search warrant at a home in the 2300 block of Northwest 31st Street where they seized guns, drugs and other contraband, police said.
Seized Items
Among the items seized were 10 rifles including an AK-47, three revolvers, ammunition and magazines, over 180 grams of cocaine, about 485 grams of marijuana, 6.5 grams of oxycodone, a little under one gram each of Adderall and Xanax, $782 in cash, police said.
Miami Police
The drugs and guns seized during an undercover operation in Miami on April 17, 2025.
Background of the Suspects
Both men were found to be in violation of probation, with Reyes previously charged with attempted murder and Corujo charged with battery on a law enforcement officer.
The two men were booked into jail and were expected to appear in bond court Friday.
Conclusion
The successful undercover operation in Miami highlights the collaborative efforts of law enforcement agencies to combat drug trafficking and reduce the availability of illicit substances and firearms in the community. The arrest of the suspects and the seizure of a significant amount of drugs and guns demonstrate the effectiveness of such operations in maintaining public safety.
FAQs
Q: Who were the suspects arrested in the undercover operation?
A: Jose Benjamin Corujo, 31, and Jose Andre Reyes, 26.
Q: What were the suspects charged with?
A: Cocaine trafficking, possession of cocaine with the purpose of trafficking, and attempted sale of cocaine within 1,000 feet of a church or convenience store.
Q: What items were seized during the search warrant?
A: 10 rifles, three revolvers, ammunition, magazines, cocaine, marijuana, oxycodone, Adderall, Xanax, and $782 in cash.
Q: Were the suspects found to have any prior charges?
A: Yes, Reyes was previously charged with attempted murder and Corujo was charged with battery on a law enforcement officer.
