Oregon Driver Nabbed With 185 lbs Marijuana, Invalid CDL in Alabama Bust

Key Details An Alabama Law Enforcement Agency trooper arrested a commercial vehicle driver on March 31, 2026, after discovering 185 pounds of marijuana during a routine inspection on I-20 near mile marker 143 in St. Clair County. The driver, identified as Dajun Sun, 57, from Oregon City, Oregon, presented an invalid Commercial Driver's License to the MCSU trooper. Why It Matters This case highlights how roadside inspections catch serious violations beyond typical safety concerns. Authorities determined Sun was present in the U.S. illegally, compounding the legal violations discovered during the commercial vehicle inspection. What's Next Sun faces charges for Drug Trafficking and Operating a CMV without a valid CDL. He was booked into St. Clair County Jail with a $1,500,000 bond. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities pursue additional details related to the case.