Suspected cocaine seizure: Canadian man arrested in Fresno County, CHP says

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. ( KSEE/KGPE ) – A 29-year-old man from Canada was arrested with 44 pounds of suspected cocaine after a traffic stop on Interstate 5 in Fresno County, according to the California Highway Patrol.

CHP says the discovery of drugs with an estimated street value of approximately $1.6 million was discovered after a CHP Central Division sergeant made an enforcement stop on a Chrysler Pacifica on Interstate 5 and Shields Avenue.

The sergeant noted several indicators that the driver may be involved in criminal activity and developed probable cause to search the Chrysler, CHP says.

During a search, the sergeant said he found the suspected cocaine, sealed within two totes, located in the rear cargo area of the Chrysler.

“This seizure underscores the dedication of our officers to keeping dangerous drugs out of our communities. The California Highway Patrol remains committed in our mission to protect the public and ensure the safety and security of all Californians” said CHP Central Division Chief Damon Gilmore.

According to the California Highway Patrol, Ga Hyung Choi, 29, of British Columbia, Canada, was arrested and transported to the Fresno County Jail where he was booked on the charges of suspicion of being in possession of cocaine for sale and transportation of cocaine across non-contiguous counties.

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