Nashville, Tennessee – A traffic stop in Donelson led to a major methamphetamine seizure, prompting felony charges.
According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department, officers recovered approximately 225 pounds of methamphetamine during a stop involving a Chrysler Pacifica late Sunday night in the Donelson area.
Police said the drugs were packaged in multiple large bundles inside the vehicle. Authorities allege the narcotics were being transported through Nashville and would not reach local streets due to the seizure.
Two suspects, identified by police as brothers Monday Batey and Monterey Batey of Nashville, were taken into custody. Both men are being held on felony drug charges, according to officials.
Investigators have not released additional details about where the drugs originated or their intended destination. The case remains under investigation.
The seizure represents a significant quantity of methamphetamine, which law enforcement officials say could have had widespread impact if distributed. According to police, the operation highlights ongoing efforts to intercept large-scale drug trafficking within Davidson County.
The department did not specify whether additional arrests are expected.
The case may be of interest to students and young workers commuting through Donelson, where the stop occurred.
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