Comedian Paul Rodriguez arrested in Burbank for drug possession
Paul Rodriguez, a longtime comedian known for movies like "Tortilla Soup" and "Rat Race," was arrested on Friday for alleged possession of narcotics, according to police.
He was arrested at around 7:30 p.m. when officers conducted a traffic stop of a car near Victory Boulevard and Lamer Street, according to the Burbank Police Department. They say that Rodriguez was a passenger of the car.
"During the investigation, narcotics were located," said a statement from BPD. "Mr. Rodriguez was arrested and booked at Burbank Police Jail for possession of narcotics."
He was released with a citation and ordered to appear in court on April 25, police said.
Rodriguez, 70, is best known for his stand-up comedy and acting career. He has starred in a number of comedy movies like "A Million to Juan," "Born in East L.A.," and "Beverly Hills Chihuahua." He is also a part-owner of the Laugh Factory in Hollywood, where he is well-regarded for his charity work that includes
serving holiday meals
to people in need.
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