Texas authorities discovered drugs stuffed inside a stuffed toy of the Lone Star State’s beloved and iconic mascot during a routine traffic check.
The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office announced in a statement that shortly after 1 a.m. on July 31, a deputy discovered marijuana and ecstasy inside a Buc-ee’s Beaver stuffed animal while searching the vehicle.
The driver gave police permission to search the vehicle, officials said.
During the search, the deputy smelled the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle and found a Buc-ee’s stuffed toy in the back seat, officials said.
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A Texas police officer discovered multiple drugs hidden inside a Buc-ee’s Beaver stuffed animal during a recent traffic violation. (Fayette County Sheriff’s Office)
After inspecting the toy, the deputy discovered the package inside and discovered that the stuffed toy had been re-stitched. Officials said the stuffed beavers contained marijuana and ecstasy.
Authorities said the marijuana weighed more than two pounds.
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During a traffic stop in Fayette County, marijuana and ecstasy were found inside some Buc-ee’s stuffed animals. (Fayette County Sheriff’s Office)
In Texas, having between 4 oz. and 5 lbs. Smoking marijuana is a felony punishable by 180 days to 2 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000.
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Texas authorities discovered Bookoy’s stuffed animal stuffed with drugs during a traffic stop in Fayette County. (Fayette County Sheriff’s Office)
After the drugs were discovered, 47-year-old San Antonio driver Lugene Davis Jr. claimed he felt chest pains.
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Emergency medical services were dispatched to the location and Davis was transported to a local hospital for treatment, officials said.
Marijuana and ecstasy were confiscated and a warrant was issued for Davis’ arrest.
