Crookston Stop Uncovers Busch Apple Haul
CROOKSTON, Minn. — (trfnews.i234.me) — A 20-year-old driver was cited after a traffic stop uncovered dozens of beer cases.
The stop happened near Crookston after a Minnesota State Patrol trooper saw the driver using a phone.
The trooper then found many cases of Busch Apple beer inside the vehicle.
The driver received a citation for minor in possession of alcohol. Authorities did not release the driver’s name.
Beer Cases Displayed After Traffic Stop
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety shared a photo on Wednesday.
The image showed the seized alcohol stacked across the hood of a patrol truck.
The agency added a brief message with the photo. It said someone did not make it to the party.
No mugshot was included with the information released by state officials.
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Officials Stress Safe Driving
The traffic stop began with an alleged distracted driving violation.
Minnesota law limits handheld phone use while driving.
State officials urged drivers to stay focused and follow traffic laws.
They also asked motorists to help keep Minnesota roads safe.
More traffic enforcement information is available through the Minnesota State Patrol.
Drivers can also review safety guidance through the state’s main DPS website.
The case involved a citation, not a reported criminal charge.
No crash or injuries were mentioned in the agency’s statement.
The amount of beer was described as dozens of cases. Officials did not provide an exact count.
The incident gained attention online because of the unusual size of the alcohol haul.
The state’s photo showed the cases arranged for display.
I’m Adrian Cole, reporting for TRF News.
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