Chief Owen said, "The organization was highly structured and was growing at an alarming rate until their arrests on May 3. Currently, twenty defendants have been arrested with additional arrests expected in the near future."

These arrests have also resulted in the seizure of large amounts of cocaine, ecstasy, marijuana, and multiple firearms. Five drug houses in the city of Knoxville have also been shut down. Additionally, the process to seize assets including real property out of state and in the Knoxville area continues.

DEA Special Agent Bethel Poston said, "Without the involvement of Officer Maupin in this case, it would not have been the success that it was."

Chief Owen said, "We commend Officer Maupin for his commitment to help keep Knoxville a safe place for all residents. Through his work in this investigation, this drug trafficking organization will no longer be able to victimize our citizens."

Officer Maupin will receive a signed certificate from the mayor and chief along with a free dinner from the Olive Garden.