MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis. (CBS 58) -- A traffic stop in Menomonee Falls netted more than 9 ounces of cocaine and $52,000 in cash. 

According to the Waukesha County Sheriff's Department, the drug bust arrest happened in January of 2025 during a Waukesha County Drug Task Force coordinated “Criminal Highway Interdiction Operation” -- an effort that focuses on things like drug trafficking, illegal weapons, stolen cars, or other crimes happening on major roads.

During the operation, a Menomonee Falls police officer conducted a traffic stop for a driver speeding near Appleton Avenue and Ruby Road. 

Authorities searched the vehicle and located more than $52,000 in cash and more than 9 ounces of cocaine -- an estimated $8,000+ street value.

The driver is now facing multiple criminal charges.