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Thursday, September 18, 2025 at 7:34 AM

Cocaine bust generates 7 kilos

ENGLE — Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reported on Aug. 29 around 11:17 a.m.

Drug Interdiction Investigator David Smith conducted a traffic stop on a 2018 Honda van on Interstate 10 east bound near Engle for a traffic violation.

Upon contact with the driver, Smith observed him with con- flicting travel patterns and a con sent to search was denied.

Schulenburg Police Depart- ment canine Officer Bryon Powe and his canine “Semper“ were called to assist at the scene.

Located in the vehicle was 7 kilos of cocaine with a street val- ue of $245,000.

Arrested was 29 year old, Daniel Lugo of Houston, was transported to the Dan R. Beck Justice Center in La Grange and charged with possession of a controlled substance.


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