Racine traffic stop leads to discovery of alleged drugs
Alleged drugs found during the traffic stop in Racine. Racine Marshal photo.
Racine traffic stop leads to discovery of alleged drugs
RACINE, Ohio – A traffic stop in Racine has led to the discovery of alleged drugs.
According to a statement from the Racine Marshal’s Office, last night Marshal Hupp conducted a traffic stop on a white Chevy pickup truck for a marked lanes violation. During the traffic stop Marshal Hupp requested assistance from Pomeroy Police Department Officer Morris and K9 Maximus. K9 Maximus was used for a free air search around the vehicle and gave a positive indication to the presence of a narcotic odor on the drivers side door area of the truck. Officers conducted an inside search of the truck and located several items of drug paraphernalia, illegal drugs and a firearm.
This case is still under investigation. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Further information was not released by the Racine Marshal’s Office.
