Arkansas State Police Nabs 900 Pounds of Drugs in 10-Days
The I-40 Corridor between Little Rock and Memphis is plagued with illegal drugs running as always, just as is I-30, I-20, I-10, and so on. Most recently, it seems as though the Arkansas State Police have been winning the battle, seizing almost 900 pounds of illegal drugs in a recent 10-day period.
The Arkansas State Police's Interstate Criminal Patrol has been on a roll of late, intercepting a significant amount of illegal narcotics and firearms during a series of traffic stops on Interstate 40. During a recent 10-day period, the ICP seized a combined 886 pounds of illegal drugs and a handgun from six separate incidents.
This success is part of a larger effort by ASP's ICP team, which has already confiscated over 4,000 pounds of illegal marijuana since the beginning of the year. Colonel Mike Hagar of the ASP praised the team's dedication to ensuring highway safety and preventing the flow of illegal substances into communities across the state.
April 25, 2024: Car Hauler Tractor-Trailer Bust
On Thursday, April 25, 2024, at approximately 7:15 PM, ICP officers made a significant bust when they stopped a car hauler tractor-trailer on I-40 eastbound in Lonoke County. The search uncovered 75 pounds of illegal marijuana stashed in three large duffle bags, with an additional 68 pounds found hidden in the vehicle itself. The driver, who was transporting the vehicle from Oklahoma City to Atlanta, was apprehended.
April 29, 2024: White Lincoln Aviator Stop
Four days later, on Monday, April 29, 2024, at around 3 PM, ICP officers pulled over a white Lincoln Aviator on I-40 eastbound in Lonoke County for a traffic violation. The search of the vehicle yielded six duffle bags filled with vacuum-sealed packages of illegal marijuana, totaling 120 pounds. Additionally, a 9mm handgun was found in the vehicle. Both the driver and passenger, traveling from Oklahoma City to Memphis, were arrested and charged.
April 30, 2024: Kia Sportage Marijuana Discovery
The following day, on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, around 7 AM, another traffic stop on I-40 eastbound in Lonoke County led to the discovery of 31 pounds of illegal marijuana hidden in a Kia Sportage. The driver, hailing from Louisville, Kentucky, was promptly arrested and charged.
May 1, 2024: Toyota Corolla Concealment
On Wednesday, May 1, 2024, troopers stopped a Toyota Corolla in Conway County for a traffic violation. A search of the vehicle uncovered 70 pounds of illegal marijuana concealed in trash bags in the trunk. The driver, charged with multiple offenses including possession with intent to deliver, was taken into custody.
May 2, 2024: Nissan Van Drug Haul
The following day, at approximately 1:15 AM, troopers pulled over a Nissan van on I-40 East in Lonoke County for a traffic violation. A search revealed boxes and suitcases containing approximately 222 pounds of marijuana. The driver was arrested and charged accordingly.
May 3, 2024: Sprinter Van Seizure
Finally, on Friday, May 3, 2024, around 2 AM, the ICP team made yet another bust when they stopped a Sprinter Van on I-40 East in Lonoke County. A search of the van uncovered 300 pounds of vacuum-sealed bags of illegal marijuana. The driver, claiming to be traveling from Los Angeles to East Point, Georgia, was apprehended.
The relentless efforts of the ASP's ICP team continue to be instrumental in combating the illegal drug trade and ensuring the safety of Arkansas highways.
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