Police discover over 28 grams of fentanyl during Coral Springs traffic stop involving Fort Lauderdale man
Coral Springs, Florida – A Fort Lauderdale man is facing serious drug trafficking charges after police discovered a significant amount of fentanyl during a traffic stop in Coral Springs last week. Authorities say the incident began as a routine check but quickly escalated into a major drug bust.
According to a police report, officers arrested 42-year-old Ryan Eugene Cohee on September 25 after finding more than 28 grams of fentanyl inside his vehicle. Cohee now faces multiple charges, including trafficking fentanyl, possession of marijuana, and possession of synthetic cannabinoids.
The report states that an officer initially noticed Cohee’s vehicle parked at a local gas station. After running the license plate, the officer discovered that Cohee’s driver’s license had been suspended. Once Cohee left the gas station, the officer initiated a traffic stop.
During the stop, officers said they detected suspicious behavior and decided to search the vehicle. That search led to the discovery of the fentanyl, along with smaller quantities of marijuana and synthetic cannabinoids. Authorities say the amount of fentanyl found—more than 28 grams—was large enough to qualify for a trafficking charge, which carries severe penalties under Florida law.
Police have not released additional details about where exactly the drugs were found in the vehicle or whether they believe Cohee was involved in larger distribution activities. However, the amount seized is considered significant, given that even a few milligrams of fentanyl can be deadly.
Cohee was transported to Broward County Jail, where he was booked on the drug-related charges. According to court records, he was later released on bond while awaiting further court proceedings.
The Coral Springs Police Department has not issued further comments but continues to stress its commitment to curbing the flow of fentanyl and other illegal substances in the community.
Fentanyl remains one of the most dangerous synthetic opioids circulating in Florida and across the country. Law enforcement officials say the highly potent drug has been linked to a rising number of overdoses in recent years, prompting local agencies to intensify their efforts to intercept trafficking operations before they reach neighborhoods.
