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Evansville Woman Arrested during Traffic Stop for Possessing Meth and Synthetic Marijuana

Pike County – At approximately 12:15 Thursday morning, Trooper Manning stopped the driver of a 1986 Dodge on SR 57 at 18^th Street in Petersburg for having expired registration.  The driver was identified as Ashea Autry, 33, of Evansville. During the traffic stop it was determined Autry had a suspended driver’s license.  During a search of the vehicle officers found small amounts of crystal meth, synthetic marijuana and drug paraphernalia.  Autry was arrested and taken to the Pike County Jail where she is currently being held on bond.

Arrested and Charges:

• Ashea Autry, 33, 310 Ramsey Court, Evansville, IN

1. Possession of Methamphetamine
2. Possession of Synthetic Marijuana
3. Possession of Paraphernalia
4. Driving While Suspended

Investigating Officer: Trooper Hunter Manning

Assisting Agencies: Pike County Sheriff’s Office and Petersburg Police

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