Seward County deputy seizes 350 pounds of marijuana

The marijuana was found during a traffic stop on I-80.

SEWARD COUNTY, Neb. (KLKN) – A Seward County deputy seized 350 pounds of marijuana during a traffic stop on I-80 Sunday.

The deputy became suspicious of the driver during the traffic stop and with the consent of the driver, began to search the vehicle.

The deputy found seven large duffel bags, each containing 50 pounds of marijuana.

A total of 350 pounds of marijuana was seized from the vehicle during the traffic stop.

The value of the items seized was approximated at $350,000.

Eric A. Espinoza, 19, of Kelseyville, Calif. was arrested for possession of marijuana more than one pound, possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, and no drug tax stamp according to the Seward County Sheriff’s Office.