Village of South Bloomfield Division of Police

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63 Percocet Pills   Seized on USR 23

A traffic stop was made on 07/13/2008 on USR 23 north. During the traffic stop signs of possible criminal activity were observed by officers on scene. The driver was arrested for driving under suspension. During a pat down of the driver a suspected crack pipe was located. During a search/inventory of the vehicle approximatley 63 percocet pills were located in the area of the passenger. The passenger was subsequently arrested for possession of drugs, a felony of the 3rd degree. It should be noted that the passenger was currently on parole and faces a minimum of 3 years in prison on a violation of parole in addition to any time recieved as a result of this arrest. Both subjects were transported to Pickaway County Jail. Product line 1 Product line 2

80 grams of crack cocaine and $2,400 seized (one of the largest crack seizures on USR 23 in Pickaway County) Seized on USR 23

3 suspects were arrested for trafficking and possession of crack cocaine, felonies in the first degree.   1 suspect was also charged with obstruction and identify fraud as he used another persons identity as his own. When officers identified who he actually was, it was learned he had a felony warrant from Franklin County Sheriffs Office.   1 suspect also attempted to use another persons identity as her own. When officers were finally able to identify who she was, it was learned she had a federal warrant for her arrest from the U.S. Marshal's Office in Columbus, Ohio Product line 1 Product line 2

11 dosage units of black tar heroin, hypodermic needle and "choreboy"   1 suspect was arrested for possession and trafficking of heroin which was destined for Huntington, WV and coming from Columbus, Ohio   1 suspect was arrested for recieving stolen property, in which during the traffic stop, a "delayed hit" was recieved advising the license plates on the vehicle had been entered as stolen by Huntington, WV police while officers were investigating the subjects that were stopped Product line 1 Product line 2

	170 grams of marijuana Seized on USR 23
	1 suspect was arrested for possession and trafficking of marijuana and had additional warrants for prior felony possession and trafficking of narcotics Product line 1 Product line 2

	905 grams of marijuana Seized on USR 23
	3 suspects were arrested for trafficking marijuana. 2 of the arrested parties had active warrants for failing to appear on prior unrelated charges. Product line 1 Product line 2

251 grams of powder cocaine Seized on USR 23

Suspect was arrested for trafficking cocaine. In addition to the charges filed by this agency, another law enforcement agency had pending charges for trafficking cocaine as well. The suspect is currently serving a term in prison for trafficking cocaine from charges from both agencies.   It should also be noted the suspect was in the United States on an expired visa.   Product line 1 Product line 2

4 pounds of marijuana Seized on USR 23   Suspect was stopped for following to close during 2 separate occasions. A strong odor of marijuana was detected upon approaching the vehicle. During the search of the vehicle 4 pounds were located in the front and rear of the vehicle.   A few weeks following this arrest, the same suspect was arrested by the Ohio State Highway Patrol following a vehicle pursuit. The suspect was apprehended after a short foot pursuit and not only had a firearm, but was again in possession of marijuana.   The subject is currently incarcerated.

Approximately 1/2 ounce of crack cocaine, packaged for distribution Seized on USR 23   Suspect was arrested for trafficking crack cocaine as well as presenting false information. He had no prior violations and stated he was doing this to help pay his bills.