Drugs, Stolen E-Bikes Seized In Routine Traffic Stop: NBPD

NEWPORT BEACH, CA — Three people were arrested in Newport Beach after a routine traffic stop led to the discovery of drugs, credit cards, electronic devices and other stolen items, authorities said Tuesday.

The incident was reported after a Newport Beach police officer spotted a Chevrolet Silverado going southbound on Jamboree Road with no license plates, police said.

"An investigation discovered that the occupants were on active parole/probation or had a warrant," a Newport Beach Police Department statement read.

A search of the vehicle turned up methamphetamine, syringes, loose Adderall, drug paraphernalia, credit cards not in their names, laptops, tablets, checks and two e-bikes, police said.

The vehicle was impounded due to suspicious registration. Police said all three occupants were arrested and booked into the Newport Beach Police Department jail.