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$1.4 Million Worth of Marijuana Seized During Traffic Stop in Wise County

411 lbs of Marijuana

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Roberto Miguel Santos

Wise County Sheriff’s Office Specialized Enforcement Division - Interdiction Unit made a significant drug seizure during a traffic stop on Highway 287 near Decatur, Texas, on Wednesday, January 15th. Deputies confiscated 411 pounds of marijuana, valued at $1.4 million, during the operation.

The arrest stemmed from a routine traffic stop, which showcased the keen investigative skills of the unit. Notably, the seizure was conducted without the use of a K9, emphasizing the vigilance and expertise of the deputies involved.

Roberto Miguel Santos, of Salem, Oregon, has been charged in the 271st Judicial District Court with Possession of Marijuana between 50 and 2,000 pounds.  No bond has been set yet.

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