Man Pushing Stroller Near Capitol Arrested; Trooper Finds Drugs, Cash, and Guns

Troopers Seize Drugs / Photo Credit: AZDPS

Staff Reporter | iSkyNews.com (ISC News)

Published December 4th, 2025

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Troopers Seize Drugs, Weapons, and Cash After Arresting Wanted Man Near Arizona Capitol

PHOENIX — A routine patrol near the Arizona State Capitol turned into a major drug and weapons bust on November 28, 2025, after an Arizona Highway Patrol Trooper stopped a man for crossing the street outside of a designated crosswalk.

According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (AZDPS), the Trooper approached the man—who was pushing a stroller across the roadway without a crosswalk—and conducted a standard records check. The man presented an out-of-state driver’s license, and the check quickly revealed he had an active warrant from another state.

The man was taken into custody for the outstanding warrant. During a search incident to arrest, the Trooper uncovered a staggering haul of illegal drugs, weapons, and cash. Items seized include:

• 10 ounces of methamphetamine
• 1.5 ounces of fentanyl powder
• 1 ounce of fentanyl pills
• Large amounts of currency
• Two pistols
• Two digital scales
• Packaging materials
• Multiple cell phones
• Unused glass smoking devices and needles

Troopers Seize Drugs / Photo Credit: AZDPS

The man now faces multiple felony charges related to narcotics possession, drug sales, and weapons violations, in addition to the original out-of-state warrant. He was later booked and transferred to a Maricopa County facility.

AZDPS shared photos of the seized evidence, highlighting the ongoing efforts of Troopers to protect the Capitol District and surrounding communities.

🚓 Drugs + illegal weapons + warrant = JAIL
#AZDPS #CourteousVigilance #AZTroopers #DrugFreeAZ

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