FBI Pittsburgh executes search warrants, makes arrests in violent drug trafficking investigation

Raquel CiampiPITTSBURGH —

The FBI is executing search warrants and making arrests across Pittsburgh as part of an investigation into violent drug trafficking.

FBI Pittsburgh announced Thursday that the bureau is working alongside federal, state, and local partners to conduct the operation.

Authorities say there is no threat to the public.

FBI Pittsburgh will discuss the results of the operation and investigation at a press conference Thursday afternoon.

You will be able to view that press conference in the video player above when it begins around 3 p.m.