Authorities Seize $160K, 100 Pounds of Marijuana in Merced County Traffic Stop
CHP K-9 "Shei" seized 100 pounds of marijuana and $160K in cash during a traffic stop in Merced County, leading to the arrest of Mei Xiancong, 38, of Los Angeles, for possession and transportation of marijuana for sale. (CHP)
Share
|
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready...
|
A California Highway Patrol K-9 officer seized 100 pounds of processed marijuana and $160,000 in cash during a traffic stop on Saturday on I-5 near Santa Nella Road, the CHP said in a statement.
Related Story: Merced Authorities Seek Public’s Help in Finding Missing At-Risk Man
The driver, Mei Xiancong, 38, of Los Angeles, was arrested after K-9 Shei alerted to narcotics during the stop.
Related Story: Public’s Help Sought in 2019 Fresno County Cold Case Slaying
The subsequent search uncovered the drugs and cash.
Related Story: Fresno Police Arrest 9 in Weekend DUI Patrols
Xiancong faces charges of possession and transportation of marijuana for sale, authorities said.
—
Connect with Anthony W. Haddad on social media. Got a tip? Send an email.
RELATED TOPICS:
Categories
Latest
Videos
Local /
16 minutes ago
Fresno County Actor Stars in ‘Malibu Horror Story,’ Now Streaming
Crime /
24 minutes ago
Madera County Pastor Arrested in Sexual Assault of Minor
Fashion /
34 minutes ago
Fashion Designer Bob Mackie Sues JCPenney Over Apparel Line
Crime /
37 minutes ago
