VICTORVILLE, Calif. (VVNG.com) — A 19-year-old Victorville resident was arrested Friday afternoon following an investigation into the illegal sale and transportation of marijuana and THC products, authorities said.
According to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, deputies assigned to the Adelanto Multiple Enforcement Team (MET) began investigating reports of illicit mobile THC sales in the Victorville area. The investigation was conducted in collaboration with Victor Valley Transit investigators.
Through investigative efforts, deputies identified the suspect and confirmed an associated residence in the 13000 block of Winewood Street in Victorville.
On Friday, January 9, 2026, at approximately 2:02 p.m., deputies detained the suspect during a traffic stop as he was leaving the residence. He was arrested without incident.
The suspect was identified as Carlos Rubio, 19, a resident of Victorville.
Following the arrest, investigators served a search warrant at the residence, where they recovered a substantial quantity of high-grade marijuana and THC products, along with approximately $18,000 in U.S. currency. Authorities also reported locating additional contraband throughout the home consistent with narcotics-related activity.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is urged to contact the Victor Valley Sheriff’s Station at (760) 552-6800 or Sheriff’s Dispatch at (760) 956-5001. Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous may contact We-Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463) or submit information online at wetip.com.
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