Two arrested near York for more than 30 pounds of meth
Two people from California were arrested after more than 30 pounds of meth was found near York.
By News Channel NebraskaYORK, Neb. -- Two people from California were arrested after more than 30 pounds of meth was found near York.
The Nebraska State Patrol said a trooper saw a Kia Sportage on Interstate 80, going east near York, at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Kia was reportedly following too closely to another vehicle and a traffic stop was performed.
According to authorities, the trooper became suspicious of criminal activity and searched the vehicle. A reported 33 pounds of methamphetamine was found in a duffle bag in the back of the Kia, along with a small amount cocaine and marijuana.
Officials said they arrested 29-year-old Uriel Alcala and 30-year-old Christofer Cruz, both of California. They were lodged in the York County Jail for possession of meth and possession with intent to deliver.