AUBURNDALE, FL — A suspicious package prompted a law enforcement response at a local UPS Store after employees reported a strong odor consistent with cannabis, leading detectives with the Auburndale Police Department to open an investigation.
On April 29, 2026, officers responded to the UPS Store located at 855 Highway 559 after employees reported a strong cannabis odor coming from a package. The package was turned over to law enforcement for further investigation.
According to detectives, an inspection of the package revealed nine individually wrapped bundles containing a green leafy substance. Field testing indicated the substance was cannabis. Each bundle weighed approximately 500 grams, with a total combined weight of 10.08 pounds.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Auburndale Police Department at 863-965-5555.
