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NJ Men Caught With Crack Cocaine, Heroin Brick on I-78 in Lower Saucon, Police Say

Pennsylvania State Police at Bethlehem say two New Jersey men are facing drug-related charges following a 1:30 a.m. April 16 traffic stop on I-78 east in Lower Saucon Township.

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Pennsylvania State Police at Bethlehem say two New Jersey men are facing drug-related charges following a 1:30 a.m. April 16 traffic stop on I-78 east in Lower Saucon Township, in which 41 grams of crack cocaine, a brick of heroin, various prescription pills, 27 grams of cocaine and drug paraphernalia were allegedly found concealed in the trunk of a black 2001 BMW, the Express-Times reported Sunday.

Driver Jose Mota Jr., 30, of Jersey City, and passenger Luis Lourido, 48, of Union City, were arrested and both charged with possession with intent to deliver drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia and drug possession, according to the article.

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Josh Popichak

Josh Popichak is a veteran local journalist with an extensive background in print and digital news. A Bethlehem native, he has a Bachelor’s degree in history and has maintained a lifelong affinity for the subject. He founded Saucon Source to fill a need for independent local journalism, which has thrived with the support of an engaged, enthusiastic readership. He thanks the community, whose continued support makes this site possible.

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