United States Drug Enforcement Administration

Amber Dawn Johnson, 26, Hobbs, N.M., and Angel Estrada, 34, Hobbs, N.M., were charged with one count of conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine, one count of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and one count of possession with intent to distribute cocaine. The defendants are alleged to have transported 38 pounds of methamphetamine and 39 pounds of cocaine to Kansas.

According to court records, on July 16, 2020, the Kansas Highway Patrol stopped two vehicles traveling together near milepost 102 in Chase County, Kan. A trooper found the drugs in one of the cars.

If convicted, the defendants could face a penalty of not less than 10 years in federal prison and a fine up to $10 million on each count. The Kansas Highway Patrol and the Drug Enforcement Administration St. Louis Division, Kansas City District Office, investigated.