Ariana Madix’s Brother Jeremy Charged for Smuggling 100 Pounds of Cannabis

Vanderpump Rules star Ariana Madix’s brother, Jeremy Madix, was arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle over 100 pounds of cannabis onto a flight to Germany.

According to TMZ, the arrest warrant states that the 32-year-old was traveling through Orlando International Airport to Frankfurt with a friend named Jonah Ahad on February 16.

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection agent stopped the pair and claims he searched their three suitcases, which included two large black Tumi suitcases and a black Briggs & Riley suitcase.

Documents reveal that the suitcases contained “a large amount of green leafy substance in vacuum-sealed bags in all of the suitcases,” which tested “presumptive positive” for cannabis.

A detective from the Orlando Police Department confiscated the suitcases and alleged that Jeremy’s bags contained 64 vacuum-sealed bags with approximately 76 pounds of cannabis in them and Ahad’s bags contained 31 bags of cannabis weighing about 37 pounds.

The pair were both charged with trafficking in cannabis of more than 25 pounds or 300 plants. This charge carries a minimum sentence of three years in prison and a fine of $25,000 in Florida.

Although the incident occurred more than six months ago, Jeremy’s attorney says he wasn’t arrested until July 10. He was taken into custody at his home in Oceanside, California, and extradited to Florida.

The court document filed by Jeremy’s attorney on August 14 is requesting a “reasonable bond,” arguing that the bartender is employed and attending school in California, has a “strong family network willing to support him,” and should not be considered a flight risk.

Jeremy’s mother, Tanya Madix, also wrote a letter in support of her son, stating that he “is a wonderful loving son” and a “kind person.”

“Over the past 10 years while living in California he has thrived there,” added Tanya. “He has a good job and is liked by his employer. He shares a home with his lovely fiancée Rachael and their two dogs. Jeremy is proud of his home and puts in much effort in beautifying the property.”

Ariana has not written a letter to the judge. Another document filed on August 14 shows that Jeremy’s bond was set at $80,000, and that he must give up his passport within five days of being released on bond.

Source: TMZ