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Comedian Paul Rodriguez Arrested for Drug Possession

3/29/2025

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Comedian Paul Rodriguez, 70, was taken into custody in Burbank, California, for misdemeanor drug possession after police discovered narcotics during a traffic stop. He insists the drugs were his friend's, who was behind the wheel. Rodriguez is contemplating a complaint against an officer for alleged misconduct, all while grappling with the recent loss of a close friend.

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Comedian Paul Rodriguez, 70, was taken into custody in Burbank, California, for misdemeanor drug possession after police discovered narcotics during a traffic stop. He insists the drugs were his friend's, who was behind the wheel. Rodriguez is contemplating a complaint against an officer for alleged misconduct, all while grappling with the recent loss of a close friend.