SEWARD COUNTY, NE. —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on drug charges after a traffic stop.&nbsp;

At approximately 11:30 a.m. Oct. 1, a trooper observed a Mercedes GLA250 drive on the shoulder of Interstate 80 just east of Goehner, according to a media release. The trooper became suspicious of criminal activity.

A search of the vehicle revealed 17 pounds of suspected cocaine and dozens of unknown pills. The substances were located in a hidden compartment in the vehicle's rear.

The driver, Jennilee Velez, 20, and passenger, Mia Williams, 20, both of Chicago, were arrested for possession of controlled substances and possession with intent to deliver. Both are being held in Seward County Jail.

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 </figure>SEWARD COUNTY, NE. —Law enforcement authorities are investigating two suspects on drug charges after a traffic stop.&nbsp;At approximately 11:30 a.m. Oct. 1, a trooper observed a Mercedes GLA250 drive on the shoulder of Interstate 80 just east of Goehner, according to a media release. The trooper became suspicious of criminal activity.A search of the vehicle revealed 17 pounds of suspected cocaine and dozens of unknown pills. The substances were located in a hidden compartment in the vehicle's rear.The driver, Jennilee Velez, 20, and passenger, Mia Williams, 20, both of Chicago, were arrested for possession of controlled substances and possession with intent to deliver. Both are being held in Seward County Jail.

Troopers catch 2 women transporting 17 pounds of cocaine