113 Pounds of Marijuana Reportedly Discovered During Traffic Stop in Louisiana, Driver Arrested
Published January 25, 2023
113 Pounds of Marijuana Reportedly Discovered During Traffic Stop in Louisiana, Driver Arrested
Monroe, Louisiana - Police in Louisiana reportedly discovered 113 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop, leading to the arrest of the driver on charges of possession with intent to distribute and improper lane usage.
The Ouachita Parish Sheriff's Office (OPSO) reported on January 23, 2023, that on January 22, SCAT Deputies conducted a traffic stop on Interstate 20 east of Monroe, Louisiana.
Fernando Millian, the vehicle's driver, was discovered to allegdly be in possession of approximately 113 pounds of marijuana. The driver was taken into custody and booked into the Ouachita Correctional Center on one count of Possession with Intent to Distribute CDS Schedule I (Marijuana) and Improper Lane Usage.
An arrest is an indication that probable cause exists to believe the subject was involved in the offense alleged. A person is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
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