Two Californians arrested after authorities reportedly find 90 lbs. of marijuana

Two California residents were arrested in Nebraska after authorities found approximately 90 lbs. of marijuana during a traffic stop.

September 21, 2022Updated: September 21, 2022
News Channel NebraskaBy News Channel Nebraska

OMAHA, Neb. - Two California residents were arrested in Nebraska after authorities found approximately 90 lbs. of marijuana during a traffic stop.

According to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office, deputies arrested the two men after reportedly discovering marijuana during a traffic stop Wednesday morning.

Authorities stopped a car for allegedly speeding at about 3 a.m. near I-80 East and 72nd Street, according to a press release issued by the sheriff's office. A K-9 unit sergeant reportedly saw indicators of drug trafficking in the car and on the people in the car, the release stated. 

The car's two occupants, Tadeo Torres-Velasquez and Juan Lopez-Alvarez, were arrested for possession with intent to deliver marijuana.

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