HIGH POINT, N.C. — Authorities suspended the alcohol permits of Washington Quick Mart on Thursday after an investigation uncovered illegal drug activity, violence, and multiple criminal violations at the store located on 200 North Centennial Street.

Agents seized more than 570 grams of cocaine and crack cocaine, one gram of fentanyl, and seven firearms, and suspects connected to the store have been charged with 175 offenses, including 118 felonies.

The investigation, conducted by the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division and the High Point Police Department, remains active. Officials said several individuals are in custody, and additional charges are expected as the probe continues.

Naeem Ahmed Bhatti, the owner and ABC permittee of Washington Quick Mart, faces four counts of

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