FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025
CONTACT: Jordan Robinson, Public Safety PIO 208-846-7360 or [email protected]
Meridian Detectives Arrest Man on Drug Charges Following Multi-Week Investigation
MERIDIAN, ID – Earlier today, July 23, 2025, Detectives from the Meridian Police Department, with assistance from the Garden City Police Department, arrested a 20-year-old male, Dakota HINTON of Meridian on multiple drug-related charges.
HINTON was taken into custody in the 4000 block of S Glenmere Way after a search warrant was executed as part of a multi-week investigation initiated by a tip from a concerned community member. He was booked into the Ada County Jail without further incident. HINTON is facing charges of Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Deliver (Felony) and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor).
Through the investigation, it is believed that Hinton had been selling illegal drugs to juveniles.
During the search, detectives seized:
• Over 600 grams of marijuana
• Over 450 grams of psilocybin mushrooms
• Over 150 THC cartridges
• Additional miscellaneous drug paraphernalia
The Meridian Police Department remains committed to thoroughly investigating and pursuing illegal drug activity in our community. These cases are taken seriously, and we rely on strong community partnerships to help keep Meridian safe.
We want to thank the Garden City Police Department for their valuable support in this case and remind residents that public safety is a shared responsibility. If you see suspicious activity, we encourage you to report it. Together, we can continue to protect the quality of life in Meridian.
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The Meridian Police Department’s mission is to provide the highest quality service in partnership with the community to preserve and protect life and property through education, prevention and enforcement. The department has 151 police officers, and 46 non-sworn staff dedicated to making Meridian a great place to live, work and raise a family.
