Houston, Texas – On September 16, 2026, agents from the Drug Enforcement Administration’s Houston office, working with local and other federal law‑enforcement partners, confiscated 63 pounds of the synthetic stimulant known as Tusi, commonly referred to as pink cocaine. The haul is valued at close to $500,000.
The operation involved coordinated efforts between the DEA, city police departments, and federal agencies whose joint task force targeted a distribution network believed to be moving the pink‑colored powder across the region. Officials confirmed that the seized material was packaged in multiple containers that had been slated for further shipment.
Tusi, identified by its distinctive pink hue, has been linked to a growing market for designer stimulants. While the substance is not listed under traditional cocaine classifications, it produces similar stimulant effects and has attracted attention from law‑enforcement agencies nationwide. The seizure represents one of the larger single captures of the drug in the Houston area to date.
Investigators have not released details about additional arrests or the ultimate destination of the confiscated product. The DEA indicated that the value of the seized material, estimated at nearly half a million dollars, reflects both wholesale pricing and the high demand for the novel stimulant. The agencies involved emphasized that continued collaboration will remain essential in disrupting the supply chain for Tusi and related substances.
The case underscores the ongoing focus of federal and local authorities on emerging drug threats and their commitment to inter‑agency cooperation in protecting public safety.