Associated Press
STERLING, Virginia -- The candy looked authentic. But police say if you ingested it, you would get a lot more than a sugar high.
Authorities in northern Virginia say they have arrested a New Jersey man carrying $300,000 worth of cocaine disguised as candy.
The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office says the 2 kilograms of cocaine was wrapped in 600 pieces that were disguised as lollipops, chocolates and toffee.
Officials say 34-year-old Miguel Andrade, of Paterson, N.J., was arrested Thursday after picking up a suitcase from Gonzalez Services, a business that among other things, offers members of the Hispanic community a place to ship and receive items from family overseas.
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The suspect remains in the custody of Immigration and Customs Enforcement because he is not this country legally.
Posted by tyne at February 9, 2008