WILL CO., Ill. – A suspect is facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop in suburban Will County led to police finding a large amount of cocaine.
The stop resulted in the arrest of Jose Rodarte-Garcia, 48, who was charged with possession with intent to deliver, controlled substance trafficking using a cellular device, and controlled substance trafficking, according to the Will County Sheriff’s Office.
Jose Rodarte-Garcia (Will County Sheriff’s Office)
What we know:
Around 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, sheriff’s deputies stopped a red Ford Econoline van traveling northbound on Interstate 55 near Reed Road.
During the stop, police said, Rodarte-Garcia made “statements that raised suspicions the vehicle might contain illegal narcotics.” The suspect allowed deputies to search his car, along with K9 Edo.
A suspect is facing drug trafficking charges after a traffic stop in suburban Will County led to police finding a large amount of cocaine. (Will County Sheriff’s Office)
The police dog detected drugs inside the car. Deputies searched it and found the 15 kilograms of cocaine hidden in a rear compartment.
Rodarte-Garcia was arrested and taken to the Will County Jail.
The Will County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident.