MT. JULIET, Tenn. (WKRN) -- A DoorDash driver is facing multiple charges after a traffic stop for speeding in Mt. Juliet Saturday night reportedly led to the discovery of drugs, as well as an outstanding warrant.

According to the Mt. Juliet Police Department, an officer spotted a Jeep Renegade "flying down" Interstate 40 West, going 93 mph in a 70 mph zone, on Saturday, June 7. However, after the vehicle was safely stopped, law enforcement realized this wasn't a simple speeding case.

"The driver—a 34-year-old man from Nashville—had just dropped off a DoorDash delivery and was still in a rush, driving recklessly and endangering others on the road," officials said.

The MJPD said the officer discovered the driver had an outstanding warrant out of Nashville for violation of probation, which was tied to a felony aggravated assault conviction. In addition, the man was reportedly driving on a revoked license.

Then, when authorities searched the vehicle, they said they found five chalky blue pills -- suspected to be pressed fentanyl -- hidden in a cigarette pack.

Law enforcement said they arrested the driver, who now faces charges for reckless driving, driving on a revoked license, possession of fentanyl, and the outstanding warrant.

"We are grateful for the vigilance and hard work of our officers, who are always watching out for the safety of MJ," the police department posted on social media.

No additional details were arrested about this incident, including the identity of the man who was taken into custody.

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