Your Arkansas State Police - Interstate Criminal Patrol Unit

Your Arkansas State Police Interstate Criminal Patrol (ICP) is recognized both regionally and nationally for their work to seize illegal drugs and weapons from the state’s highways. Because of Interstates 40 and 30, Arkansas is a hub for trafficking activity. ASP is intentional and aggressive about going after criminals who use our roadways to move their product.

In 2023 alone, ASP ICP collectively seized illegal drugs with a total street value of $27.7 million, including over 10,386 pounds of marijuana, 353 pounds of cocaine, 56 pounds of methamphetamine and 46 pounds of fentanyl. The specialized unit also seized 21 illegal weapons, 45 vehicles, and $1.26 million in currency.

All ICP seized drugs are sent to the Arkansas State Crime Lab for analysis and then stored during prosecution. After cases are adjudicated, the drugs are transported to an incinerator for disposal. Seized weapons are destroyed, later used by law enforcement, or sold at public auction. Seized cash that is determined to be forfeited goes to prosecuting attorney in the jurisdiction where it was initially seized. Prosecuting attorneys decide how the money is distributed.