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Florida man arrested with 2,000 pounds of marijuana in modified RV

22.06.2026 04:15 2 min 4 sources
Villages-News.com ISL + 3 more
Florida man arrested with 2,000 pounds of marijuana in modified RV
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Florida Highway Patrol arrested a 55-year-old man after a K9 alerted to over 2,000 pounds of marijuana inside a modified RV during a traffic stop in Sumter County on April 16, 2026.

On April 16, 2026, Florida Highway Patrol officers conducting a traffic stop in Sumter County discovered more than 2,000 pounds (approximately 900 kg) of marijuana inside a modified RV. A K9 unit alerted to the presence of drugs in the vehicle.

During the search, officers seized about 50 vacuum-sealed bags of marijuana packed in suitcases. The trailer's windows were tinted to conceal the contents. The 55-year-old driver was arrested and charged with drug trafficking.

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