BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — The Bexar County Sheriff's Office has arrested four suspects in connection to the seizure of pounds worth of narcotics.
On Nov. 22, BCSO deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the 500 block of Ceralvo before the driver took off, leading officials on a short pursuit.
Authorities said the driver, identified as Angelina Alvarado, crashed into a fence about five blocks from the initial stop and was arrested on the scene. BCSO said her accomplice, identified as Mercedes Martinez, ran from the scene after they say she discarded a blue backpack that allegedly contained 10 ounces worth of methamphetamine.
Deputies continued to saturate the area where the pursuit began and were able to pull over a vehicle associated with the suspects. Authorities discovered the driver, identified as Hernan Castillo, had three active warrants for failure to ID, DWI and possession of a controlled substance.
Officials continued their investigation and were able to obtain a search warrant for the 2400 block of Ruiz Street. During the search, investigators reportedly discovered and seized more than two pounds of methamphetamine and 34 grams of heroin.
Occupants of the home at the time of the search, Juan Ortiz and Joyce Guerra, were also arrested and taken into custody.
The suspects in this case were charged as follows:
- Alvarado: Evading in a Motor Vehicle
- Martinez: Evading Arrest/Detention and Possession With Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance over 200 grams
- Castillo: Three active warrants for failure to ID, DWI and possession of a controlled substance
- Ortiz: Possession With Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance over 400 grams and an active warrant for Possession With Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance under 200 grams
The investigation led to a total seizure of nearly three pounds of crystal meth and 34 grams of heroin, according to BCSO.
