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Janesville Today
By the People, for the People
Large Drug Bust in Wisconsin Town Leads to Arrest
Over 700 grams of drugs and $40,000 in cash seized in early morning raid
Published on Mar. 10, 2026
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Authorities in Rock County, Wisconsin executed a search warrant early Sunday morning and arrested a 44-year-old Janesville man after seizing over 700 grams of various drugs, nearly $40,000 in cash, three firearms, and body armor from a residence in the Town of Rock.
Why it matters
This significant drug bust highlights the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat the distribution of illegal narcotics in local communities. The large quantity of drugs and cash seized suggests this may have been a major drug operation, raising concerns about the prevalence of such activity in the area.
The details
Deputies responded around 1:30 a.m. to a residence on South Baxter Lane in the Town of Rock. After securing the home, they obtained a search warrant and discovered over 77 grams of cocaine, more than 20 grams of cocaine base, over 617 grams of THC, and more than 30 grams of psilocybin. Authorities also recovered nearly $40,000 in cash, three firearms, and body armor.
- The search warrant was executed around 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, March 10, 2026.
- Benjamin B. Puentes, 44, of Janesville is expected to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday.
The players
Benjamin B. Puentes
A 44-year-old man from Janesville, Wisconsin who was arrested and taken into custody following the drug raid.
Rock County Sheriff's Office
The law enforcement agency that executed the search warrant and made the arrest.
What’s next
Benjamin B. Puentes is expected to make his initial court appearance on Tuesday, where a judge will decide on bail and potential charges.
The takeaway
This drug raid underscores the persistent challenge of illegal drug activity in some communities, and the importance of vigilant law enforcement efforts to disrupt major drug operations and remove dangerous substances from the streets.
