Traffic Stop on I-94 in Fargo Nets $115,000 of Marijuana

Police say it happened on Wednesday when they made a traffic stop eastbound on I-94 in Fargo

FARGO, ND — A traffic violation turned into a drug arrest after police found 70 pounds of marijuana.

Police say it happened on Wednesday when they made a traffic stop eastbound on I-94 in Fargo.

A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of two duffel bags with about $115,000 worth of packaged marijuana.

They arrested Jakeb Ward of Rio Del, California and Christopher Bieniek of Fortuna, California for possession and intent to distribute.

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