Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Arrest in Hernando County

A routine traffic stop in Hernando County led to the arrest of a man on multiple drug charges, authorities said.

On March 1, deputies pulled over a white Ford Expedition after the driver failed to stop at a red light.

The driver, identified as Troy Schuerger, admitted to not having a valid driver’s license and told deputies he had THC gummies in the center console, according to the sheriff’s office.

During a search of the vehicle, deputies found methamphetamine, crack cocaine and two glass smoking pipes.

Schuerger was arrested and charged with possession of methamphetamine, possession of crack cocaine, possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia and driving with a suspended or revoked license.