RUSKIN, Fla. (CBS12) — A Florida traffic stop escalated into a major drug bust ending in the seizure of 26 ounces of fentanyl, methamphetamine, and a felon back behind bars.
Deputies with the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office say the incident occurred around 7:15 p.m. on Friday along U.S. Highway 41 in Ruskin.
Deputies attempted to stop a vehicle, but the driver, 35-year-old Deontay Voss, allegedly continued for nearly a mile before pulling into a driveway on Ribbon Grass Loop.
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A subsequent search of the vehicle uncovered around 26 ounces of fentanyl — equivalent to over 300,000 lethal doses— along with more than 58 grams of methamphetamine and assorted drug paraphernalia.
“Thanks to the proactive work of our deputies, these dangerous drugs were taken off the streets before they could do harm,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “Those who choose to profit from this poison will be held accountable. We remain committed to protecting our community and stopping the flow of illegal drugs.”
Court records show Voss was booked into jail for counts of trafficking fentanyl, trafficking in amphetamine, possession of drug paraphernalia, fleeing law enforcement, and three counts of violation of probation for previous burglary and battery charges.