On Friday, October 31, 2014, at approximately 10pm, a Nolan County deputy initiated a traffic stop in the 2000 block of Lamar Street for a minor traffic infraction. Upon contact with the driver, a Sweetwater man who was accompanied by passenger, Lisa Cantu, of Sweetwater, the deputy immediately detected a strong odor of marijuana, justifying a “probable cause” search. Both individuals were requested to exit the vehicle where an investigation could be conducted.
A search of the vehicle was then conducted which lead to nothing illegal being discovered. The deputy then notified a female deputy that was in the area for assistance, and after her arrival, a pat down of Cantu was conducted which lead to the discovery of a small plastic baggy with suspected marijuana, and paraphernalia used in its consumption, both concealed in her bra.
Cantu was arrested and transported to the Nolan County jail where she was charged with the misdemeanor offense of possession of marijuana. The case will be filed with the Nolan County Attorney for prosecution.