Northern California Authorities Seize Thousands of Marijuana Plants, Cash in Raids

On Tuesday, May 21, law enforcement authorities in Northern California carried out a series of search warrants that resulted in the confiscation of a large number of marijuana plants and over $60,000 in cash. The Yuba County Sheriff's Office described the operation as more than just a marijuana bust.

The Yuba County Marijuana Enforcement Team (METYU) conducted four search warrants at different locations within the county, including the 1700 block of Plumas Arboga Road, the 11000 block of Highway 70, the 8200 block of La Porte Road, and Wildwood Trail.

During the search operation, nearly 7,000 illegal marijuana plants and 200 pounds of processed marijuana were found, along with two firearms and over $60,000 in cash. Additionally, one individual was arrested, and four environmental violations were issued as a result of the operation.

Authorities detained 32-year-old Jose Everardo Regalda Mendoza at the Plumas Arboga location. He has been taken into custody at the Yuba County Jail on charges of marijuana possession, cultivation, and conspiracy to commit a crime.