Two Arrested in San Francisco Drug Bust

San Francisco police announced the arrest of two individuals following a narcotics investigation in the Tenderloin district. The operation, which took place last Sunday afternoon, resulted in the seizure of rock cocaine, marijuana, and over $5,000 in cash. The arrests were confirmed in a press release from the San Francisco Police Department on Friday. The incident occurred around 3:41 p.m. when plainclothes officers observed a male and female selling suspected narcotics from their vehicle on the 100 block of Eddy Street. The officers, assigned to the Tenderloin station, developed probable cause to detain the suspects, who were later identified as 39-year-old Jason Bell and 46-year-old Ibtihaj Hammond, both residents of San Francisco. Following their arrest, Bell and Hammond were booked into San Francisco County jail. They face multiple charges, including possession of cocaine base for sale, possession of marijuana for sale, and criminal conspiracy. The police department's proactive approach in addressing drug-related activities in the area highlights ongoing efforts to combat narcotics trafficking in San Francisco. This operation underscores the challenges law enforcement faces in the Tenderloin, an area known for its high levels of drug activity. The police continue to encourage community cooperation in reporting suspicious activities to help maintain public safety.