On Interstate 70 in Putnam County, Indiana, what began as a routine traffic stop uncovered a major drug shipment.
During a compliance check around 1:30 p.m., a K-9 unit alerted officers to the presence of narcotics, leading to the discovery of approximately 309 pounds of cocaine hidden in the truck’s sleeper compartment, with an estimated street value of $7 million. Two men, Gurpreet Singh (25) of Fresno, CA and Jasveer Singh (30) of Santa Clara, CA, were arrested and charged with Level 2 felony dealing in narcotics, and ICE has placed detainers on both suspects.
Authorities emphasized that the stop was conducted by a trooper with the Drug Enforcement Section, highlighting how targeted enforcement can intercept major shipments before they reach communities. The investigation is ongoing, and the defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Conclusion
This incident demonstrates how large-scale criminal operations can hide in plain sight, blending into everyday activity. It underscores the importance of vigilant, routine law enforcement in disrupting drug trafficking networks and preventing potentially devastating consequences for communities.