A Barstow police K-9 sniffed out 46 pounds of methamphetamine after officers pulled over a car on the 15 Freeway over the weekend, authorities said.
The bust took place about 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, along the northbound freeway near Fort Irwin Road, according to the Barstow Police Department.
“During the investigation, the Barstow Police Department Narcotics Detection K-9, Bailey, was deployed to conduct a free-air sniff of the vehicle’s exterior,” police said in a written statement. “K-9 Bailey positively alerted on the vehicle.”
Officers searched the car, ultimately finding roughly 46 pounds of methamphetamine hidden in its engine compartment, officials said. A loaded handgun was also found inside the vehicle.
Patrick Lavon Parker, 38, of Hemet was arrested on suspicion of transporting methamphetamine for sales and possession of a controlled substance while armed, county booking records show.
He was released from custody Monday, March 2, pending legal proceedings after posting bail.
Anyone with information was asked to contact the Barstow Police Department at (760) 255-5111. Information may also be provided anonymously the WeTip hotline at (844) 909-3096.
This article originally appeared on Victorville Daily Press: Barstow PD K-9 sniffs out 46 pounds of meth during 15 Fwy. traffic stop
Reporting by Brian Day, Victorville Daily Press / Victorville Daily Press
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