Police K-9 Uncovers 32 Kilos of Cocaine in Semi-Truck Batteries

Selma officers made the major drug bust during a traffic stop on I-35.

Mar. 11, 2026 at 9:19am

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A Selma police K-9 helped officers uncover over 32 kilograms of cocaine hidden inside the batteries of a semi-truck during a traffic stop on Interstate 35. The 38-year-old driver was arrested and charged with drug trafficking after admitting he knew the drugs were in the vehicle.

Why it matters

This bust highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to combat the flow of illegal drugs through major transportation corridors like I-35. K-9 units play a critical role in detecting hidden narcotics, leading to the seizure of a significant quantity of cocaine before it could be distributed.

The details

During the early morning traffic stop, the driver began acting nervous and giving conflicting information, prompting officers to call in the K-9 unit. The dog alerted to the presence of drugs, leading to a search that uncovered four hollowed-out tractor batteries packed with over 32 kilograms of cocaine wrapped in black trash bags.

  • The traffic stop occurred on Thursday, March 10, 2026 in the early morning hours.
  • The driver was arrested and charged on the same day as the incident.

The players

Selma Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and drug bust.

K-9 Maverick

The police dog that alerted officers to the presence of narcotics, leading to the discovery of the cocaine.

38-year-old driver

The individual arrested and charged with drug trafficking after admitting to knowing about the cocaine hidden in the semi-truck.

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What’s next

The driver will remain in custody as the case proceeds through the criminal justice system.

The takeaway

The successful interdiction of this large cocaine shipment demonstrates the critical role of K-9 units and vigilant traffic enforcement in disrupting drug trafficking operations along major highways.