Jackson, OH – A major narcotics seizure in southern Ohio is drawing statewide attention after troopers recovered 46 pounds of suspected cocaine during a traffic stop on U.S. Route 35 this week.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the discovery was made on December 3, 2025, during what began as a routine stop in Jackson County. Troopers reported that the substance—believed to be cocaine—has an estimated street value of $546,000.
OSHP stated that the incident underscores the agency’s ongoing efforts to curb drug trafficking along Ohio’s major highways. The State Patrol noted that U.S. Route 35 is a well-traveled corridor for commuter, commercial, and interstate travel, making it a frequent focus of enforcement activity aimed at intercepting large-scale narcotics movement.
No additional details were released regarding the driver, any passengers, or potential charges, and authorities did not specify whether arrests were made. Troopers say the investigation remains ongoing, and further updates are expected as evidence is processed.
The agency also used the announcement to encourage the public to help maintain roadway safety by reporting impaired or suspicious driving. According to OSHP, drivers can call #677 from a mobile phone to reach the patrol’s dispatch center.
Law enforcement officials across Ohio have frequently highlighted the importance of traffic enforcement in identifying drug-related activity. Large seizures such as this one, they say, are often the result of routine stops that lead to further investigation.
This case remains under review, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
This article was produced by a journalist and may include AI-assisted input. All content is reviewed for accuracy and fairness.
Follow us on Instagram & Facebook for more relevant news stories and SUPPORT LOCAL INDEPENDENT NEWS! Have a tip? Message us!
