A traffic stop in DeSoto has led to the recovery of drugs and a stolen firearm. During a routine traffic check for expired vehicle registration on a black Chevy Camaro, police detected a strong odor of marijuana on Monday at about 9:10 p.m. The ensuing probable cause search of the car resulted in finding marijuana, a THC vape pen, and a stolen handgun concealed under a blanket in the backseat, according to the DeSoto Police Department.
The driver, identified as a Dallas resident named Julius De Alva, now faces several charges. Upon finding the contraband, the police arrested Julius for Unlawful Carrying of a Firearm, Possession of Marijuana over 2 ounces, and Possession of a Controlled Substance from Penalty Group 2, a state jail felony. Having been put forth, the car was subsequently impounded,
In conjunction with the incident report, the DeSoto Police Department took the opportunity to raise public awareness about the potential hazards of high-potency THC products found in vape pens. In their post, they emphasized that such products might be significantly stronger than traditional marijuana, posing a greater risk of adverse health effects. They also pointed out the largely unregulated nature of the THC vape market, stressing that some products may contain harmful chemicals.
