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Puerto Morelos man arrested for selling pot brownies on Facebook

Puerto Morelos, Q.R. — Elements of the Quintana Roo Police in Puerto Morelos have arrested 30-year-old Pedro L.P. after he was denounced for selling pot brownies online.

Pedro L.P., a resident of the Villas Morelos II subdivision, offered his products via social networks with home delivery service. He was arrested by police for the alleged crime of selling brownies prepared with marijuana derivatives. His service was brought to the attention of police after citizen complaints.

Officers attended the home of Pedro L.P. on Mangle Street, intercepting him during a delivery. According to data collected, the brownies are made with CBD, which is a cannabinoids derived from the hemp plant. He was arrested and held for the FGE on drug distribution charges.