Teens Found with Drugs in Vehicle

Below is a press release from the Cedar Falls Police:

On December 2, 2022 at approximately 1:32 AM a Cedar Falls Police Officer stopped a vehicle for speeding in the area of University Ave and Main St.  The vehicle was occupied by three juveniles, all 14 years of age.  Upon making contact, officers detected the odor of marijuana from the vehicle.  The subsequent investigation led to several drug related violations and seizure of drugs and paraphernalia.  The registered owner of the vehicle was contacted.  He was unaware the vehicle had been taken and reports the suspects were operating the vehicle without his consent.

The investigation resulted one 14-year-old male being charged with Possession of Marijuana, one 14-year-old female being charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.  Charges are pending against a 14-year-old female for Operating a Motor Vehicle without Owner’s Consent.  All charges were referred to Juvenile Court Services.