Couples Arrested for Drug Trafficking, Child Endangerment in Utah, California

In Southern Utah, Brandon and Marjorie Tweed were arrested on multiple felony charges including drug distribution and child endangerment after police conducted controlled buys of methamphetamine from the couple, during which their young children were present. Authorities found meth, drug paraphernalia, and firearms in their home, and discovered that two toddlers, including one non-verbal child with autism, were left alone with access to drugs. Meanwhile, in Riverside, California, Miguel Jacobo and Alma Dominguez face charges of child abuse and drug trafficking after an investigation revealed that their three children were physically abused and exposed to narcotics manufacturing and distribution. Police seized a large quantity of heroin, cocaine, ecstasy, fentanyl pills, cash, and packaging materials from the residence, with the drugs found in areas accessible to the children. Both couples have had their children removed and placed into foster care, and all remain in custody facing serious felony charges. These cases highlight ongoing concerns about child safety in environments where illegal drug activity occurs.