Narcotics Seizure 

June 1, 2023 - Imperial County Sheriff's Office officials report that on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at approximately 3:04 P.M., Deputies from the Imperial County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle on Highway 86 near the Red Earth Casino in Salton City, CA. The driver was identified as a resident of Coachella, CA. During the traffic stop, a drug detection canine was used, resulting in Deputies locating approximately 6.64 pounds of powdered fentanyl and 2.18 pounds of fentanyl pills. The suspect was arrested for various charges, including the transportation of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance for sale. The suspect was subsequently booked into the Imperial County Jail.

The Imperial County Sheriff’s Office remains committed and dedicated to protecting the residents of our communities by actively investigating the manufacturing, transportation and sales of methamphetamine and fentanyl.

Source & photos: Imperial County Sheriff's Office