Los Angeles County, CA – A late-night traffic stop on a major Southern California freeway escalated into multiple felony arrests after California Highway Patrol officers discovered suspected drugs, a loaded firearm, and cash inside a speeding vehicle.
According to the California Highway Patrol, officers from the West Valley Area stopped a vehicle traveling over 100 miles per hour on State Route 118 eastbound, just west of Interstate 405, during overnight enforcement hours.
During the stop, officers reported observing criminal indicators in plain view, including a large bag of suspected marijuana and multiple suspected THC canisters, prompting a deeper investigation.
CHP said a subsequent search of the vehicle uncovered a loaded firearm, additional controlled substances, evidence of intent to sell, and cash. Authorities noted that the items were consistent with drug sales rather than personal use.
As a result of the investigation, the driver was arrested on felony charges for possession of a controlled substance with intent to sell, according to CHP. The passenger was also arrested on a felony charge for possession of a controlled substance while armed.
The arrests took place in the San Fernando Valley, an area that includes portions of Los Angeles County and serves as a major commuter corridor for drivers traveling between the Valley and West Los Angeles.
CHP officials emphasized that proactive traffic enforcement often leads to larger public safety outcomes, including the removal of illegal drugs and weapons from roadways.
“Enforcement like this keeps our roadways and communities safer, even while most are asleep,” CHP stated.
No injuries were reported, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities did not immediately release the identities of those arrested.
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