Driver faces fentanyl trafficking charge after Hillsborough County traffic stop, deputies say

admin October 11, 2026 1 minute read

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – Hillsborough County deputies arrested a 35-year-old man Saturday after finding fentanyl and suspected stolen jewelry during a traffic stop, according to the sheriff’s office.

Traffic stop leads to arrest

What we know:

Deputies said they pulled over a vehicle with no license plate at a gas station around 6:27 a.m. Saturday near East Bearss Avenue and North Florida Avenue.

Courtesy: Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office

During the stop, deputies detained the driver, 35-year-old Michael Rosario, after finding more than four grams of fentanyl.

The sheriff’s office said a search of the vehicle uncovered jewelry that investigators believe may be tied to a theft reported in July.

HCSO said Rosario was arrested and charged with trafficking in fentanyl between 4 and 14 grams.

Unanswered questions in investigation

What we don’t know:

Authorities have not released details regarding the specific theft in July. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office noted that additional charges may be filed as the investigation continues.