Texas Driver Arrested With 32kg Cocaine Hidden in Truck Batteries

A truck driver was arrested on Interstate 35 in Selma, Texas after police discovered 32 kilograms of cocaine concealed inside hollowed-out truck batteries. The arrest occurred on March 10th during a routine traffic stop. Key Details Officers initially stopped the semi truck in the 16000 block of I-35. The driver's nervous demeanor and inconsistent statements prompted officers to request a K9 unit for inspection. Police dog Maverick alerted to narcotics, leading officers to search the trailer thoroughly. What They Found Four black trash bags were recovered, each containing a hollowed-out truck battery packed with wrapped cocaine bundles. The driver later admitted knowledge of the contraband and its location in the vehicle. Why It Matters The driver now faces serious federal charges including manufacture or delivery of a controlled substance in Penalty Group 1, over 400 grams. He was taken to Guadalupe County Jail. This case serves as a reminder that law enforcement's attention to driver behavior and K9 units remain effective tools in combating drug trafficking through commercial transportation networks.