Sheriff’s Office Seizes Suspected Narcotics After Traffic Stop Near Dillon

DILLON, Mont. — A traffic stop on Interstate 15 last week led to the arrest of two individuals and the seizure of multiple suspected illegal narcotics, according to the Beaverhead County Sheriff’s Office.

On March 28, 2026, deputies with the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Interdiction Team initiated a stop after observing a vehicle with a malfunctioning taillight. The vehicle exited the interstate and was pulled over near the intersection of Atlantic Street and Southside Boulevard.

During the stop, deputies reported observing behavior consistent with criminal activity, prompting further investigation.

K9 Riker, handled by Deputy Dairy, was deployed at the scene and alerted to the presence of illegal narcotics within the vehicle. Deputies then detained both occupants and obtained a search warrant.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, one of the individuals initially provided false identification but was later positively identified using law enforcement databases.

A search of the vehicle led to the discovery of multiple items of drug paraphernalia and suspected controlled substances, including heroin, methamphetamine, fentanyl, and marijuana. Additional suspected narcotics were reportedly recovered during the booking process at the Beaverhead County Detention Center.

Both individuals were taken into custody and transported to the Beaverhead County Detention Center, where they face multiple charges, including possession of dangerous drugs, possession of drug paraphernalia, and obstruction.

Authorities noted that all suspected substances have been submitted to the Montana State Crime Lab for testing, and charges may be amended pending the results.

The Beaverhead County Sheriff’s Office also issued a public safety reminder regarding fentanyl, noting that even small amounts of the drug can be deadly. Officials urge the public to avoid handling unknown substances and to report suspected drug activity to law enforcement.

The Sheriff’s Office said it will continue proactive criminal interdiction efforts aimed at keeping dangerous drugs out of the community.