PISMO BEACH – On December 27, 2024 Pismo Beach Police officers contacted an individual sleeping in his vehicle in the pier parking lot after closure hours. According to the Pismo Beach Police Department, when the subject opened his door, a large amount of marijuana was visible which prompted a vehicle search. A State Parks ranger K9 unit assisted with the search in which more than five pounds of marijuana and 2.5 ounces of methamphetamine were located along with items indicative of drug sales. The subject was booked at the San Luis Obispo County Jail for various drug charges, including possession for sales.

“State Parks rangers and their K9 partners can be, and are, a great assistance to local law enforcement officers when called upon to help,” said California Statewide Law Enforcement Association (CSLEA) President Alan Barcelona.  “We appreciate the work of law enforcement officers as they work to protect us in our communities, and in and around our state parks.”