Months-Long Investigation Leads to Arrest, Seizure of Over $1.8 Million in Narcotics

Months-Long Investigation Leads to Arrest, Seizure of Over $1.8 Million in Narcotics

April 08, 2026

The Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) has arrested 42-year Chandale Mills following a months-long narcotics investigation that resulted in the seizure of trafficking-level quantities of illegal drugs, multiple firearms, and nearly $30,000 in cash.

Beginning in February, TPD detectives launched an investigation into suspected narcotics activity connected to a residence on Folsom Road. Over the course of several weeks, detectives conducted surveillance, gathered intelligence, and identified patterns consistent with large-scale drug distribution.

As the investigation progressed, detectives determined Mills was making frequent trips out of state to resupply illegal narcotics. Further investigation revealed Mills was operating out of multiple locations, including a residence in the 3100 block of Folsom Road and another in the 1700 block of Cassatt Drive.

After compiling the evidence, detectives obtained search warrants for both locations. Believing Mills had recently returned to Tallahassee from out of state with a new supply of narcotics, Detectives executed the warrants the same day. Mills was taken into custody without incident.

The following items were recovered during the execution of the search warrants:

Total Seizure:

• Approximately 14 kilograms of cocaine
• Approximately 177 pounds of marijuana
• Approximately 11 pounds of suspected MDMA
• Approximately 66 grams of fentanyl
• Approximately 150 grams of synthetic cathinones
• Approximately 8 ounces of methamphetamine
• Six firearms
• More than $30,000 in cash
• Packaging materials consistent with drug distribution

"The amount of narcotics removed from our streets in this case is significant and represents a direct impact on the safety of our community," said Chief Lawrence Revell. "Every time we disrupt an operation like this, we're doing more than making an arrest, we are preventing violence, reducing addiction, and protecting families. This is how we make our community safer, and it's work we will continue every single day."

This case reflects the coordinated approach the Tallahassee Police Department employs each day, with multiple units working together to address serious criminal activity. TPD remains committed to proactively identifying and dismantling illegal drug operations while continuing to protect the safety and well-being of the community.

Anyone who suspects suspicious activity is encouraged to contact the Tallahassee Police Department at 850-891-4200. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers at 850-574-TIPS.