Driver arrested after marijuana spotted in rig during unloading

A truck driver has been arrested after he was found with 150 pounds of marijuana in his trailer earlier this week. 

The incident occurred on Monday, November 8th in Bristol, Virginia. 

According to News 5, officers were called to Thomas Road after someone reportedly spotted marijuana inside of the tractor trailer as the driver was unloading other products. 

Officers responded to the scene and discovered approximately 150 pounds of marijuana inside of the trailer, which was subsequently seized. 

The 56-year-old truck driver, Jesus David Suenz Solis, was placed under arrest and is being charged with intent to distribute marijuana in excess of five pounds. He is being held at the Bristol, Virginia jail without bond.