Traffic stop in McLaughlin nets 80 lbs. of marijuana

  • A minor traffic violation in McLaughlin led to a big discovery last week when an 80-pound stash of marijuana (pictured) along with cash and other drugs were found in the vehicle. A 63-year-old man from Olympia, WA, is currently in custody facing multiple charges.
    A minor traffic violation in McLaughlin led to a big discovery last week when an 80-pound stash of marijuana (pictured) along with cash and other drugs were found in the vehicle. A 63-year-old man from Olympia, WA, is currently in custody facing multiple charges.

    A 63-year-old man from Olympia, WA, is facing a half-dozen charges after he was arrested Dec. 13, in McLaughlin when a traffic stop uncovered 80 pounds of marijuana along with methamphetamine, drug paraphernalia and cash.

    Lawrence Swan is charged with possession of a Schedule II controlled substance, possession of marijuana more than 10 pounds, possession with intent to distribute one pound or more…