Traffic Stop for Failing to Signal Nets Meth
Vanderburgh County – Last night at approximately 10:05, Trooper Brent Gramig stopped the driver of a 1994 Dodge van for failing to use a turn signal at Lodge Avenue and Covert Avenue. The driver was identified as Ronald Sloan, 49, of Evansville. Trooper Michael Finney and his K-9, Boomer, responded to assist. While walking around Sloan’s vehicle, Boomer alerted to the presence of narcotics. A search of the vehicle revealed a glass pipe with meth residue and a small plastic bag containing meth. Troopers also found a small bag containing meth when they searched Sloan. He was arrested and taken to the Vanderburgh County Jail where he is currently being held without bond.
Arrested and Charges:
- Ronald Sloan, 49, Evansville, IN
1.Possession of Meth, Class 5 Felony
2.Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Class C Misdemeanor
Arresting Officer: Trooper Brent Gramig, Indiana State Police
Assisting Officer: Trooper Michael Finney and his K-9, Boomer
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