Posted: Nov 28, 2012 12:17 PM by Monica Chavarria
Updated: Nov 28, 2012 6:44 PM
KINGSVILLE - Nearly $200,000.00 was seized during a traffic stop in Kingsville Monday.
Twenty six bundles of cash totaling $189,000.00 was found inside a hidden compartment in the car.
Officials say Narcotics Task Force Agents stopped the white Toyota on Highway 77 at County Road 2230.
During a search of the vehicle, agents noticed fresh bondo in the area of the right front passenger wheel well.
After a closer look, bundles of the money wrapped in foil was discovered.
The 30 year old driver was arrested and charged with money laundering.
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