Oct 26, 2026

Driver admitted hiding cocaine after Kan. traffic stop arrest

Posted Oct 26, 2026 1:00 AM
Hernandez photo Brown Co.
Hernandez photo Brown Co.

BROWN COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a suspect on drug allegations. 

Just before 10:30p.m. October 22, a Sheriff Deputy initiated a traffic stop on U.S. 75 in rural Brown County due to a traffic infraction, according to Sheriff John Merchant.

Upon interdiction with the driver and sole occupant Gabriel Hernandez 31, Fairmont, Minesota, the odor of marijuana was detected. 

Upon conclusion of the interdiction, THC products, para and other items were located. Hernandez was arrested and upon transport to the Brown County jail, he informed the deputy of drugs consistent with cocaine hidden on his person. Hernandez was booked into the Brown County jail on requested charges of Possession of Cocaine, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Hallucinogenic Drug and Possession  of Drug Paraphernalia.