Suspect Arrested for Narcotics Sales 

April 17, 2026 – Riverside County Sheriff’s Office officials report that in April 2026, deputies assigned to the Perris Sheriff’s Station Special Enforcement Team began a narcotics investigation within the city of Perris. On April 15, 2026, deputies served a residential search warrant within the 3000 block of Lake View Drive, Perris. During the warrant service, deputies located over 50,000 counterfeit M-30 pills. As a result of the investigation, Ignacio Lares, a 50-year-old resident of Perris, was arrested without incident.

Lares was booked into the Cois Byrd Detention Center for narcotic sales. This is an ongoing investigation, and no further details are available at this time. Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Deputies Warren or Porter at the Perris Sheriff’s Station at (951) 210-1000.

The Perris Station Special Enforcement Team conducts proactive crime enforcement within the city of Perris to ensure the safety of the community. This effort highlights the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office and the city of Perris’ continued commitment to addressing narcotics possession, sales, and use that negatively impacts our local community.

It’s important to note that individuals who commit narcotic-related offenses are subject to arrest and prosecution. Operations like this one are critical in addressing repeat offenders and deterring narcotic use, while also working with the framework of existing laws to promote both accountability and rehabilitation where appropriate.

Reporting Supervisor: Sergeant David Ruiz

File # PE261050072

Source & photo: Riverside County Sheriff’s Office