Grand Forks County (trfnews.i234.me) — Two people face felony drug charges after a traffic stop tied to a rest area along U.S. Highway 2.
What investigators say happened
According to court documents, the incident happened on February 3 at the Larimore rest area. The rest area is west of Grand Forks.
A state trooper reported seeing two people drop an item near a trash can. The documents say Justin Morin then went to the trash can area, got into a vehicle, and drove west.
The trooper also had information that Morin’s driver’s license was canceled. A traffic stop was then made, according to the court filing.
Fentanyl seizure reported
Morin, of Belcourt, was driving the vehicle, according to the documents. Kristen Bruce, of Rolla, was listed as the passenger.
Court documents allege Bruce tried to hide a bag of fentanyl in her bra during the stop. Investigators reported seizing about 20 grams of fentanyl.
Morin told authorities the drugs were for personal use, according to the filing. Investigators allege the amount supported an intent to deliver a charge.
Charges filed
Both Morin and Bruce are charged with felony possession with intent to deliver fentanyl. Bruce also faces a charge of tampering with evidence, according to court records.
Charging documents are allegations. The defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
More information and resources
Readers can learn more about fentanyl risks and prevention through public health and law enforcement resources. See the CDC fentanyl information page and the DEA “One Pill Can Kill” campaign.
For general court system information in North Dakota, visit the North Dakota Courts website.
I’m Chris Harper reporting for TRF News.