Traffic stop turns into drug seizure

A traffic stop turned into a drug and dangerous weapon seizure yesterday. Police arrested three men during a traffic stop on the 1400 block of Central Avenue around 1:30 p.m.

During the search of the vehicle, police found a large machete, a can of bear spray, 31.8 grams of methamphetamine, 15.7 grams of cocaine, over $7,000 in case and several cellphones.

The three suspects are 27, 29 and 30 years’ old. All face possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking charges, possession of the proceeds of crime, and possession of a dangerous weapon.

All three appeared in court this morning.