Two Arrested After Traffic Stop Allegedly Yields Large Amount of Drugs; Ammo

Credit: Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department

By Pete Serzant, WLIP News

KENOSHA, WI (WLIP)–Two people were arrested after a traffic stop yielded a large amount of drugs and ammo.

It happened late Wednesday night just after 11:30 PM.

The Kenosha County Sheriff’s Department reports that a deputy spotted a traffic violation by a vehicle near the intersection of Green Bay and Washington Roads.

The deputy approached the vehicle and reported smelling a strong odor of marijuana coming from inside.

The vehicle was then searched. Inside investigators allegedly found more than a pound of marijuana, various narcotic pills, drug paraphernalia, and open alcohol containers.

They also recovered a .45 caliber Glock pistol, and an extended magazine concealed in a backpack.

The driver and passenger were arrested and are expected to face a slew of drug and weapons charges.