A routine traffic stop in Minneapolis escalated into a pair of arrests after officers discovered drug use and an outstanding felony warrant, according to a social media update from the Minneapolis Police Department.
Officers from the 1st Precinct stopped a vehicle near 15th Street and Park Avenue South during a recent patrol. When speaking with the driver, officers noticed signs of impairment, including slurred speech, which raised concerns about possible substance influence.
Inside the vehicle, officers also found various drug paraphernalia. With two passengers seated in the back, police ran background checks on everyone present. According to the department’s Facebook post, one of the passengers had illegal drugs on him and an active felony warrant.
Police took that passenger into custody. The driver also faced additional charges after testing confirmed the presence of drugs in their system, resulting in an arrest on suspicion of driving under the influence.
The Minneapolis Police Department noted in its post that “Even routine traffic stops can help keep our city safe!” highlighting how traffic enforcement often leads to the apprehension of individuals wanted for more serious crimes. The incident serves as a reminder that a simple stop can quickly turn into a significant case in the effort to maintain public safety.
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