Merced Police K9 Uncovers $900K Cocaine Bust During Traffic Stop

Over the past weekend and early October 2025, multiple law enforcement agencies in Bedford and Merced, California, utilized K9 units during routine traffic stops that led to significant drug busts. In Bedford, K9 Rocky detected methamphetamine, crack cocaine, a pistol, and cash in a vehicle, resulting in the arrest of two suspects whose identities were not disclosed. Meanwhile, in Merced County, a California Highway Patrol traffic stop on Highway 99 uncovered approximately 23 kilograms of suspected cocaine valued at over $900,000, leading to the driver's felony arrest. Additionally, the Merced Police Department's Gang Violence Suppression Unit, with the help of K9 Koa, discovered various narcotics including meth, cocaine, fentanyl, fentanyl pills, and concealed compartments during a separate traffic stop, resulting in the arrest of 45-year-old Ishmel Brewer. Authorities emphasized their commitment to combating illegal narcotics through specialized units and encouraged the public to provide any relevant information. These coordinated efforts highlight the important role of K9 units in detecting concealed drugs and aiding in significant narcotics seizures across different jurisdictions.