A Florida fisherman reels in more than just fish—he finds 55 pounds of cocaine stamped with a scorpion, worth millions. 🌐 #News #BrevardCountyFL #Florida #Crime
BREVARD COUNTY, FL – A Florida fisherman recently stumbled upon an unusual and unexpected catch off the coast of Titusville—55 pounds of cocaine sealed in watertight plastic, branded with a scorpion. The discovery, which could have easily been the plot of a crime thriller, has left local authorities both puzzled and amused.
Cocaine Haul Discovered by Fisherman
The fisherman, who has not been publicly identified, made the shocking find while out on the water. He contacted the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office to report the discovery, doing what he felt was the right thing by turning the drugs in. The cocaine, wrapped tightly in waterproof packaging, was found in large bricks, each stamped with a distinctive scorpion logo.
Authorities quickly responded to the call, confirming that the drugs—about 25 kilograms, or 55 pounds—were in pristine condition and sealed for safe transport. The scorpion branding, according to officials, is a hallmark of a particular cartel, used for marketing and easy identification of their product.
Sheriff’s Office Shares Details With Humor
Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey made light of the situation, posting about the find on social media…