Opinion ID: 196268
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Heading: The white GMC van

Text: 40 Feliciano challenges the search of his white GMC van. Initially, we note that upon searching Feliciano, the Agents found an airline ticket issued under a false name, suggesting his involvement in the drug transaction. Moreover, when Agent Rivera observed the Passenger handling the suspicious packages, he was squatting between Feliciano's van and the gray Mercury Cougar. Agent Rivera also noted that the sliding door of the van was open at this time. After intervention, the agents observed that two suitcases lay in plain view in the vehicle. These facts all suggest more than a random connection between the vehicle and the suspected narcotics trafficking and in light of the circumstances were sufficient to warrant the officers in believing that the vehicle contained contraband. We accordingly find that the search of the van was supported by probable cause.