160 kilograms of cocaine was seized in a joint effort by Hickory Hills and Justice police, authorities said Friday, adding it was worth more than $15 million.On Thursday, more than 100 kilograms of cocaine was found at a residence in the 7800 block of 98th Street in Hickory Hills, police from that community said in a news release. The investigation led authorities to a second location on the 8900 block of 84th Street in Justice, where they found more than 50 kilograms of cocaine.Detectives seized a total of four cars, which "were equipped with hidden compartments used to conceal drugs," the statement said. A stolen .45-caliber handgun also was recovered at the Justice location.Four suspects were taken into custody. Police did not release their identities as charges were pending.
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