Editor's Note: The original story erroneously reported that the narcotics investigation took place at the Peter Piper Pizza, 3717 S. 12th Avenue. All other references in the original article, and in the headline, correctly said the investigation took place near the Peter Piper Pizza.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has confirmed it conducted a narcotics investigation at a shopping center on the northeast corner of South 12th Avenue and West Ajo Way, Wednesday. The investigation resulted in multiple detentions, drug seizures, and firearms confiscated earlier this week.
According to DEA officials, agents were conducting the investigation at the center when multiple subjects were detained.
The operation resulted in the seizure of kilogram quantities of narcotics and more than six firearms.
The DEA says the investigation is ongoing and more information may be available in the coming weeks.
Underwood also confirmed the operation did not involve Homeland Security Investigations or U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
The agency further denied rumors that shots were fired during the incident, saying no gunfire occurred.
