Police arrest two after finding over 200 pounds of drugs, nearly $100k in Stanislaus County

(FOX40.COM) - - The Modesto Police Department said it jailed two Stanislaus County men on Wednesday after a traffic stop and search warrant exposed over 200 pounds of methamphetamine, almost 80 pounds of drug, 4 pounds of heroin, and over $90,000.

Police stated that the 2 men, 46 and 23 from Ceres, have each had their bail set at $2 million and deal with a range of possession charges connecting to drugs and guns.

"The amount of narcotics seized in this case will no doubt have an impact in the Central Valley," Modesto PD stated on Facebook.

On Wednesday, Modesto policeman performed a traffic stop that was the result of a narcotics investigation, the agency said.

After the traffic stop, police received a search warrant for a Ceres house connected to both suspects. During that search, officers discovered the various drugs in addition to an unregistered pistol that was loaded with armor-piercing rounds.

"Thank you to our Major Crimes Unit for your relentless drive," Modesto PD said.