SALT LAKE CITY — Two individuals were arrested in Layton on Saturday after police found 56 lbs. of methamphetamine in a car in the individual’s possession.

According to the probable cause statement, Arnulfo Ruiz Mendez, 42, and Gabriel Mendez Franco, 23, were arrested outside the Hilton Garden Inn in Layton after meeting with an undercover officer allegedly to sell the officer drugs.

Police worked with a confidential source to confirm the details of the drug deal, and arranged for an undercover officer to meet with the drug courier. Agents with Davis Metro Narcotics Strike Force and the FBI were briefed on the operation.

According to the statement, the two suspects arrived at the hotel and prepared to meet the undercover officer. Officers identified the vehicle that the two suspects d

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