Merry Christmeth: 55 Pounds of Methamphetamine Found Neatly Giftwrapped
Kentucky police discovered 55 pounds of methamphetamine disguised as gift-wrapped Christmas presents in Jacob Talamantes' car. A festive bust that went viral.
A would-be Santa in Kentucky ended up on the naughty list after his holiday 'presents' turned out to be 55 pounds of drugs. The festive disguise wasn't enough to fool a sharp-nosed police dog during a routine patrol.
How 55 Pounds of Methamphetamine Were Giftwrapped and Found
According to Boing Boing, Jacob Talamantes was apprehended at a shopping center on Bluegrass Parkway in Jeffersontown, Kentucky. His vehicle was loaded with what appeared to be a generous heap of Christmas gifts. However, the facade crumbled when a police K9 alerted officers to the vehicle's contents.
Upon inspection, the hand(s) of the law unwrapped the boxes to find approximately 55 pounds of methamphetamine inside. The sheer volume of the haul makes it one of the more significant local busts during the holiday season.
Holiday Smuggling Tactics
Law enforcement officials noted that smugglers often use high-traffic areas like shopping centers and park(s) to blend in during the festive rush. In this case, the suspect's attempt to use seasonal cheer as a cover backfired spectacularly.
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